Early Bird Bookings Until February 28th, 2025
Module 1 - May 5-11, 2025
Module 2 - May 13-19, 2025
Norway
The class will be held in a special nature shala built into a huge rock at the foot of Melkevoll glacier. Accommodation will be in beautifully designed high standard wood cabins. Each with a kitchen and bathroom, and 3 bedrooms. You can choose between shared or single room within a shared cabin.
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The cabins have fully equipped kitchens and living rooms, with shower and toilet, fireplace and outdoor terrace with stunning mountain views over the glaciers and valley. There is easy access to many mountain trekking paths from the camp site, which also has a sauna and a cold river for the courageous ones.
The retreat include one nurturing homemade lunch prepared by chef Frank or/and other local chefs. One healthy vegetarian lunch per day will be served during the 7-day class. 6 nights of accommodation are included, with 2 half days and 5 full days of training. Please note that breakfast and dinner is not included but can be cooked at your cabin. A time for groceries shopping will be available upon arriving.
what is it ?
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Biodynamic Touch is a blend of Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, pure biodynamic work and Symbolic Language - a form of symbolic/archetypal psychology.
“Biodynamic” stands for listening and allowing the natural intelligence of the body to arise. “Touch” represents a conscious meeting of two awareness. Yours and another. Yours and the intelligence of nature. A meeting in the unknown. Touch starts with awareness of someone, listening to the right boundary, then an invitation for contact, communication and non-invasive touch.
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These classes are an immersion and commitment to listen to the forever evolving intelligence of the field of consciousness in and through our bodies and the field uniting us all. It is an exploration of the intelligence within, with the intention to develop our awareness of our sacred space, our fluid body and our physiology. It increases our depth of presence and it serves as an exploration of our relational dynamics between each of us and within ourselves.
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It is a retreat or a training, depending on how you intend to use and apply this wisdom we will gain together. Either way, what makes a good therapist isn't what we think we know but the safety and depth of listening we can hold and this is often a reflection of what our personal journey has taught us.
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We first learn about ourselves. Then we hold a space for others to become who they are.
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There are 3 levels available and you can see them as 3 exploration upon our Body-Consciousness
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Level 1 - Sacred Space: Awareness of space
I believe the foundation behind any therapies is the relationship between two people. Trust is foundational. Safety is essential. Acceptance is profound. This non-invasive approach is where we meet someone's true boundary.
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At the core of this level 1 is the refinement of our awareness of space and of our listening posture towards another person. We will learn to listen to the unknown, to adopt a posture of listening to nature, to dialogue with the unknown. We will study and observe the beginning of the development of our embryo and its impact on the present. A body is a sacred space of a soul. By recreating conditions as close to the womb as possible, we give a space where the intelligence of the field can arise and unfold.
Listening starts with healthy boundaries and the integrity of someone's space. We will learn to develop subtle perception of someone's space and the power of finding and respecting our true boundaries. Then we will learn some perceptual and relational skills, anchoring our awareness in the biodynamic approach and learning about healing dynamics or our energetic anatomy.
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Level 2 - Inner Space: Awareness of Fluids
We enter the inner fluid space, a world where embryonic forces have shaped our body and our relationship to space, others and expectations of who we should become. The inner fluid is where our impression of the world has been shaped by our immediate environment, experiences, and the memories of those who came before us. We will observe how our body has adapted and where we became who we think we are in response to the expectations of this external world. Who would have I become if free to unfold according to my inner dream ?
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Module 2 brings us on a journey through physiology, integrating within ourselves our own inner space through the ventricular space in the brain and the cerebrospinal fluid. We will learn to apply touch and listen to the fluid of the body, through the mid-tide and long-tide. We will cover the foundational principles of Craniosacral therapy.
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Level 3 - As above so below: Awareness of structures
In Module 3, the focus is on integration. How do we hold ourselves and stand in our own verticality as a choice of being who we are. We will explore the body's diaphragms & membranes from our feet to the cranium.
Integration is at the heart of this module. How to carry inner changes into our everyday lives?
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We develop awareness of structures and the language of the body, living anatomy and its symbolism.
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Each 7-day class begins with meditations to grounding our awareness, with the intention of creating a sacred space for us to explore the intelligence of our body, in order to deepen our quality of presence, listening, and stillness.
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All this in a balance of theoretical presentations, practical experiences, group sharing, demonstration sessions, and question and answer periods.
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* Graduates of module I and beyond can take part of our online student community called "Symbiosis"
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is it for me ?
If you have a body, this course is for you. We can only be who we are and that is the only prerequisite - even if you don’t understand any of what is written here.
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It is about deepening listening, whether you are a therapist, a yogi, or a mother, a lover, a friend, if you work with children, in healthcare, education, social service, wellness or in politics, we can all benefit from more listening to the humans around us, and our eco-system.
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These classes are meant to be a space where we learn together about the impact of our lives, our memories, our trauma on our bodies and soul. Where we listen to our symptoms as guides towards our destiny.
The intimate field created within the group is of primary importance. Creating a microcosm of the world within a small group of 8-12 people and each workshop journey is unique and cannot be repeated.
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Level I is a requirement for further levels and is an excellent starting point for anyone looking for self-healing as well as for advanced practitioners and those wanting to add skills to their practice. You will benefit from doing this module over and over again, there is nothing like observing the principles of nature with a fresh new outlook !
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Our own healing is key in order to facilitate for others.
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Feel into your heart if this is the class for you.
“All works are being done by the energy and power of nature, but due to the delusion of ego, people assume themselves to be the doer”
— Expressed by the Bhagavad Gita.
Norway
Module 1 - May 5 to 11, 2025
Module 2 - May 13 to 19, 2025
we will cover
Perceptual skills
The field is highly complex. We will learn to perceive the body on multiple levels of organization -- physical, fluids and energetic. In turn, these skills will become foundationsfor therapeutic use. We will familiarize ourselves with mid-tide, fulcrums, primal orientation, embryological forces and living anatomy.
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Contact skills
To facilitate a session, we position ourselves in relationto a patient. This position, although neutral, is enhanced by the ability to be present and is applied through perceptual skills andthrough touch. In order to listen to subtle motions and information contain within the body mind, we need to develop presence and body awareness. Knowledge of physiology and anatomy will enhance your awareness. Learning how to listen with your hands while creating a safe touch enhancesthe relationship with physiology.
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Relational field
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This work is relational in essence and therefore developing the presence we bring into the treatment space is of the utmost importance. We will learn the steps required todeepenour presence, hold space, to listen and to be. 99% of the work happens through the unseen and the unknown. Yourability to remain present while in the unknown is the essence of this work.
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Therapeutic skills
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Being a compassionate skilled listener is something we can all develop. We will explorehow to respond to the variety of situations arising in aclinical setting, from relational issues betweentherapistandpatient to handling trauma release.
Schedule
6 days class
Level 1
May 5th | Arrival - check in 2 pm
Introduction Class 3-7 pm
May 6 to 10th | Class 10am-7pm
May 11th | Class 9am to 12pm
Check out 12pm
Level 2
May 13th | Arrival - check in 2 pm
Introduction Class 3-7 pm
May 14 to 18th | Class 10am-7pm
May 19th | Class 9am to 12pm
Check out 12pm
Level 3
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Johanne & Frank
This collaboration is born out of an idea, a simple dream we expressed while traveling together in Mallorca, Spain.
We planted a seed in 2014. We saw a space, an opening created by nature where sharing wisdom in communion with the surrounding nature is offered in integrity. A space where we can offer the values we hold dear to our hearts. Values found within the ways we relate to each other, the integrity of being, where business principles are no different than the principles our friendship is based on.
To hold a physical space where people can experience a reconnection to their essence, while receiving quality immersion into the discovery of sacred wisdom and feeling nourished by hearty cooked meals. The classes we created have touched me deeply, the mountains offer such a magnificent surroundings feels like waking up in a painting everyday !
These two humans, and their little daughter Alva (and my goddaughter) are hosting us, protecting a space, built by the hands of Alva's grand father.
Who can attend ?
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Level I is an excellent starting point for anyone looking for self-healing as well as those wanting to add skills to their practice or deepen their understanding of the healing field (energy therapist, massage & movement therapist, CS therapist, yoga teachers and meditators). Our own healing is key in order to facilitate for others.
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Level I is a requirement for further levels. If you are an experienced practitioner, you will benefit from doing this module over and over again, there is nothing like observing the principles of nature with a fresh new outlook !
The intimate field created within the group is of primary importance.
Spaces are limited to 8-14 students and the group field will be shaped by each of us. Feel into your heart if this is the class for you.
What a day look like
Class starts on the morning of the first day at 10am and end around 6-7pm. A typical day will see a lecture on different topics, practical exercises, demonstration sessions, exchange practice, sharing and questions & answer.
The retreat also includes one home cooked vegetarian meal. Also included is the use of the sauna.
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*** Breakfast and dinner is at the discretion of each of you, usually people sharing cabins cook together. On arrival, you can stop at a groceries store 30 min drive from the retreat or bring with you what you require before the retreat.
Venue and accommodation
The venue
The class will be held in a brand new nature shala built at the foot of Melkevoll glacier. There is easy access to many mountain trekking paths from the camp site, which also has a sauna and a cold river for the courageous one.
To make a reservation
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​​​BOTH MODULES (15 days / 14 nights)
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REGULAR PRICE is 2900 EUR / 2 Modules with a private room in a shared large cabin
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EARLY BIRD PRICE is ​​​​2750 EUR if you make a deposit before Feb 28, 2025
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Please note that it includes 2 additional nights in between the modules.
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* You can save an additional 200 euros for a double occupancy shared room (limited - please contact me) and 270 euros if you stay in a tent or in your camper.
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ONE MODULE (7 days / 6 nights)
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REGULAR PRICE is 1450 EUR / Module with a private room in a shared large cabin
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EARLY BIRD PRICE is ​​​​1350 EUR if you make a deposit before Feb 28, 2025
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* You can save an additional 100 euros for a double occupancy shared room (limited - please contact me) and 270 euros if you stay in a tent or in your camper.
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PRICE INCLUDES tuition, accommodation, sauna and one vegetarian meal !
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*if you wish to stay a few days earlier or after, please contact asap Blue Mountain for reservations​​​​​​​
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​A deposit of EUR 500 can be made to reserve your place and hold your early bird price until full payment due on feb 28th, 2025.
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Deposit is non-refundable.
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Please be aware that we need to charge the full amount for the retreat for any cancellation less than one month before the retreat starts.
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DEPOSIT
To make a deposit, click on the link below or send by bank transfer (bank details below)
Payment details
By BANK
EURO
Account holder
Jean Manuel NADEAU
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IBAN
BE79 9670 2087 1433
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Bank code (SWIFT/BIC)
TRWIBEB1XXX
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Address
Wise Europe SA
Rue du Trône 100, 3rd floor Brussels
1050
Belgium
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By Credit card (surcharge of 2,5%) please note that the payment will be made in CAD $ (currency exchange may vary)
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Deposit of 500 EUROS by credit card
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Get access to a pre-recorded Q&A introduction to my classes
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How to get to us !
Google map: Melkevoll Bretun
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BY CAR !
The easiest way is to come here by car.
GPS coordinates: 61.66473º N, 6.81649º Ø
Sharing car option may be organized.
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BY BUS !
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You can book your bus through:
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From:
Gardermoen (Oslo Airport)
To:
Stryn (Stryn rutebilstasjon)
Gardermoen (Oslo Airport) to Stryn (Stryn rutebilstasjon)
Stryn (Stryn rutebilstasjon) to Gardermoen (Oslo Airport)
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If you arrive at Stryn Rutebilstasjon at 6pm on the day of check in, we have a paid shuttle to transfer you to the accommodation site.
Nettbuss are comfortable and even have wifi for your journey 7 hour journey.