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Fundamentals of Embodied Facilitation

Ripening the Fruit, Sharpening the Blade

Bodhi Khaya, South Africa

23 - 30 April 2025
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Cultivate the art of true Embodied Facilitation

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This retreat is designed for facilitators, educators, practitioners, bodyworkers, therapists, and individuals seeking personal and professional growth. The retreat focuses on embodied facilitation training, and aims to empower participants in their personal and professional lives.

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The naked truth of our human experience, felt inside the body, heart and mind in each moment, is what our work is based on. Your embodied experience of the now is what becomes your ground and guide as a facilitator – through storms, choppy water and difficult terrain as well as rainbows, clear skies and calm waters.

Our Beautiful Venue

At the foot of the Witkrans Mountain in the Overberg region, on the Southern tip of Africa, Bodhi Khaya Nature Retreat is in one of the most diverse biospheres in the world – one of only seven floral kingdoms on the planet. Surrounded by indigenous Fynbos and ancient Milkwood forests it is a special place to reconnect to the ancient wisdom and healing power of nature. 

Bodhi Khaya provides a safe and nourishing environment for personal transformation. You’re invited to explore the library, indulge in a massage, take a forest walk, enjoy the sauna and take a refreshing dip in the spring-fed lily ponds…

Bodhi Kaya’s kitchen has a reputation for delicious, nurturing & nourishing country food using organic, seasonal produce fresh from the garden and other locally sourced fresh ingredients, combined with the cook’s spontaneous creativity! Vegan diets are easily catered for.

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“What really qualifies us to work with others is not the certificates on our walls but the wisdom and maturity that we develop through immersing ourselves in life’s rich experience with clarity, awareness and an ever-expanding heart…”

- Shakti Malan

Facilitation Team

Marcia Baczynski, aka Marcia B, (she/her) is an internationally-recognized coach, writer and presenter on sexual communication, boundaries, consent and desire. She is the Lead Facilitator on this course.

Marcia Baczynski

LEAD FACILITATOR

Marcia Baczynski is a skilled facilitator, educator and coach with over 20 years of experience leading groups through transformative experiences. Her primary mission is to help adults who want more connection and intimacy to overcome shame and get in touch with what they truly want – romantically, sexually and relationally – even if it’s off the beaten path. Bringing wisdom, humor, and creativity to all aspects of her work, and a fresh perspective on love, sex and relationships, Marcia shares her expertise in boundaries, communication, consent, open relationships, LGBTQ+ experiences and sex positivity.

In 2004, Marcia co-created Cuddle Party, a non-sexual workshop and social event centered around boundaries, communication and touch, and in 2006 created its facilitator training program, which now has over 200 facilitators around the world. She is faculty at the School of Consent, teaching both Wheel of Consent workshops and the Like a Pro training for practitioners. Marcia is the co-author of Creating Consent Culture: A Handbook for Educators, which guides teachers and community builders on how to facilitate consent-based interactions in their classrooms and communities.

Over the course of her career, Marcia has facilitated and taught over 1000 in-person events and online experiences, and worked with tens of thousands of clients and students. 

Learn more about Marcia at www.askingforwhatyouwant.com

Claire Rumore is a certified Erotic Blueprint™ coach, an Urban Tantra™ trained sex educator, and a skilled facilitator & coach for the past 20 years. She is the support facilitator on this course

Claire Rumore

SUPPORT FACILITATOR

Claire Rumore is a certified Erotic Blueprint™ coach, an Urban Tantra™ trained sex educator, and a skilled facilitator & coach for the past 20 years.

She became a student of Shakti Malan, founder of the Shakti Shiva Academy, in 2010 and was one of her first North American students.  She worked alongside Shakti from 2011 until Shakti’s death in 2017, helping to produce events, trainings, and curriculum, including the original Totality Therapy training curriculum.

In addition to her work in sexuality, Claire has also worked in tech & innovation consulting since 2014 where she learned, amongst other things, how to facilitate ethnographic research and innovation design sprints at large companies globally. She also worked for an organisational development firm in San Francisco, Ca that specialised in facilitated participatory group work. She helped revise their ground-breaking book “Facilitator’s Guide to Participatory Decision Making.” She also became a graphic facilitator in 2015.

Claire has been involved in facilitation work in large and small ways, ranging from groups, conferences, workshops, extended courses and online classes to couples work, private gatherings and 1:1 sessions. 

Claire brings ❤️HEART❤️and 🌈PLAY🌈 to her facilitation style as well as a wealth of experience, resources, and insight.

Learn more about Claire at www.ClaireRumore.com

Rhianne van der Linde

BREATHWORK FACILITATOR & ORGANISER

An avid alchemist and a dedicated dreamer with a depth of knowledge and experience of transforming the mundane into the magical, my personal explorations have led me into working with dreams, as a companion to those busy with their journey of dying, exploring the breath as a thread connecting us directly to source. & processing and ritual with groups in wild nature.

Truth as emptiness and Truth as embodiment – as consciousness expressing in form, in beautiful breathing bodies of love – it is this language of the heart, this feminine language of embodiment & feeling that she is most interested in learning and sharing.

Rhianne walked alongside Shakti managing all of her in-person workshops and retreats from 2010 until her death in 2017.

Being in Shakti’s flight path has been one of the greatest gifts in my life and as principal and senior faculty at the Shakti Shiva Academy, I remain totally in-service to the co-creation of intimate online and retreat spaces for vulnerable & embodied sharing.

An avid alchemist and a dedicated dreamer with a depth of knowledge and experience of transforming the mundane into the magical, my personal explorations have led me into working with dreams, as a companion to those busy with their journey of dying, exploring the breath as a thread connecting us directly to source & processing and ritual with groups in wild nature.

Truth as emptiness and Truth as embodiment – as consciousness expressing in form, in beautiful breathing bodies of love…it is this language of the heart, this feminine language of embodiment & feeling that I am most interested in learning and sharing.

Specialities: Breathwork, Dreamwork, Shadow Exploration & Integration, Sexual Awakening for Women, Embodiment and Somatic practices, Body De-armouring.

To enquire about booking a one-on-one personal session you can email Rhianne: rhianne@shaktishiva.academy

Stephen Tredrea

BLISSDANCE FACILITATOR

A perfectly orchestrated quarter-life ensemble, leading from the turn of the century, introduced Steph to Shakti’s tantric teachings, working with her to become a practitioner and BlissDance facilitator. As an invitation into the fullness of embodiment and present moment awareness, conscious movement forms an essential aspect of his personal journey and offering.

“When I first danced BlissDance with Shakti I was able to face the discomfort of the stigma I had created. It was a safe container in which to do that and doing so dissolved the stigma.

I stepped through fears and limiting self beliefs to express myself in ways I had never previously imagined. Through the guidance of BlissDance I became more present and my self confidence blossomed.”

Read more about Stephen here

What students are saying...

about Marcia, Claire, Rhianne and Steph:

"Claire Rumore provided me with a safe, clean, and open container to explore challenging topics. With her help, I was able to challenge beliefs that were no longer serving me, with vulnerability, openess, and strength. I highly recommend her coaching, and her facilitation to anyone who is ready to go to their next level."
William Calvin Hamilton (Eye Medicine Professional)
William Calvin Hamilton (Eye Medicine Professional)California, USA
"I am so grateful for Marcia's uncanny ability to articulate big ideas (as if rattling off what she had for dinner), her taking a stand for "Hey, people, this stuff is messy!" and her good company (and sage advice) along the path."
Stella Orange (Copywriter)
Stella Orange (Copywriter)New York, USA
"I was blown away by Claire's ability to hold space for the group. Her presence and grounded energy quickly made everyone feel at ease, in a context which can be uncomfortable for some. Her knowledge of the subject matter is evident, you can tell she walks her talk! Her delivery of the information has supported me in awakening clarity and deep insights which surpassed my expectations. I would highly recommend any course that Claire facilitates to anyone interested in this subject matter."
Marc Peridis (Orgasmic Shaman, Tantra & Somatic Movement Facilitator)
Marc Peridis (Orgasmic Shaman, Tantra & Somatic Movement Facilitator)Barcelona, Spain
"Last night I said to Marcia: 'I think you're a relationship coach, because you work with people on the most important relationship they'll ever have: the one with themselves.' Marcia's really kickin' at helping with every other relationship in your life, too: I work with her 1:1, and I have a really high bar for who I'll hire as a coach."
Marcy Swenson (Executive Coach)
Marcy Swenson (Executive Coach)San Francisco, USA
"I know Marcia Baczynski as a personal friend and I have also worked with her in a teaching role and I can say firsthand that she is absolutely fantastic, full of enthusiasm, wisdom and creative ideas...you will get your money's worth and more!!"
Joanna Burgess (Bodyworker)
Joanna Burgess (Bodyworker)California, USA
"I highly recommend anything Marcia Baczynski offers; she's one of the smartest women I know and her workshops are life-changing."
Dixie De La Tour (Professional Storyteller)
Dixie De La Tour (Professional Storyteller)San Francisco, USA
"Working with Claire through the Shakti Shiva Academy and also counseling one on one with her has altered the course of my life. She has gracefully created opportunities for me to trust in a deep shadow process by pointing to the places that were wanting to be seen within myself. Skillful, deeply caring and makes room for all of myself without bias. I’m touched and grateful for having Claire alongside me on this journey where she’s helped to open the door to exploring this profound and challenging work without interfering with my natural evolution. Amazing blessing!"
Rachel Schafer (Intuitive Wellness Coach)
Rachel Schafer (Intuitive Wellness Coach)Montana, USA
"Marcia Baczynski is a brilliant teacher. The way she breaks down complicated social constructs, and what could be daunting internal web into simple, useable ideas and tools, feels like a freaking miracle to me! And you know that's my jam. I don't say that lightly."
Mindy Lym (Voice Teacher)
Mindy Lym (Voice Teacher)San Francisco, USA
"I so love Claire's sense of humor, exquisite playfulness and outside of the box thinking. She is so easy to work with and a joy to be around; nonetheless, she carries so much innate wisdom and her insights are spot on. Claire embodies so beautifully both the masculine and the feminine energy, and the exercises that we've done together have brought so much clarity and softness in my life! She is definitely an extraordinary coach who I highly recommend anyone to work with and have in their life!!"
Andra Ionita (Body Image Coach)
Andra Ionita (Body Image Coach)California, USA
"Claire is an amazing coach and facilitator. I took several workshops and sessions with her and am always stunned by her warm and friendly personality and her professional skills. Claire has a deep understanding of the human heart and soul – and combines it with her unique way of openness, kindness, empathy, respect – and finally her way of always bringing joy and ease into the world, even when talking about very deep and touching topics. I can strongly recommend working with Claire!"
Markos Arnold (Project Manager)
Markos Arnold (Project Manager)Münster, Germany
"I have experienced intense healing and insight from my sessions working with Claire. She has facilitated the work with the highest levels of care, respect, and commitment. Claire is a wise, intuitive mentor and each session with her has felt like a small journey into a larger one. She is an amazing woman with a rich range of knowledge, and working with her has been a healing and empowering experience that has helped me change old patterns and remember my way home. Thank you so much Claire for holding me with so much compassion during our sessions. It`s really been transformative!"
Andreea Bucsa (Counselor)
Andreea Bucsa (Counselor)California, USA
“I realise how deeply moved, touched I have been by you Rhianne and the field you create. I receive your gentle presence, brave awareness, stillness in motion, motion in stillness, sensual flow between earth and sky, life and death so fully with my heart, my body, my breath.”
Richard Pakleppa (Documentary Film-maker)
Richard Pakleppa (Documentary Film-maker)Cape Town, South Africa
“Rhianne, I’m loving your deep space grounded meditations you take us on in the course...I can really feel the space and peace you have created in your inner being and it's so powerful to experience your embodiment.”
Kali van der Merwe (artist filmmaker photographer taxidermist designer)
Kali van der Merwe (artist filmmaker photographer taxidermist designer)Baardskeedersbos, South Africa

Investment

Prices include all accommodation, meals & facilitation
Prices are per person (sharing or single)

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Facilitation is different from teaching or coaching. Fundamentally, it is about developing the capacity to be in the flow of what is happening in the room and learning how to both steer and guide people through an experience, while also giving them a lot of space to have their own unique experience…

F.A.Q

Who is this retreat for?

This Fundamentals of Embodied Facilitation Retreat is designed for open-hearted-and-minded, curious lovers of truth, and lovers of love, for whom music and movement is medicine.  It provides an opportunity to deep dive into what it is to be a fully-realised, multi-dimensional, consciously embodied human being, in intimate, authentic relationship with Self, others and the planet.

We explore our true essence, devoid of trauma, social conditioning and unconscious habits of focus, and we become the compassionate space within which every aspect of self is welcomed back home.   We learn to work with the nervous system and egoic mind, and we gently de-armour our physical, emotional and spiritual barriers to following our true desire and purpose.

This retreat is particularly valuable to practitioners of somatic modalities such as conscious dance, yoga, body work, family constellations, sexual awakening for men and women, midwifery, breath work, and so on.  It provides a rich array of embodied practices, tools and exercises to support clients to harness their erotic consciousness to heal, grow, transform and expand.

  • No, the retreat is open to all persons interested in deepening their facilitation skills
  • This retreat is a requirement for all students who wish to become a certified Shiva Academy facilitator in any one of our three learning paths: Sexual Shadow Work Certified Facilitator, Sexual Awakening for Women Certified Facilitator and BlissDance Certified Facilitator

This retreat is designed as a solo experience alongside and together with others.  You will have the opportunity to deepen in intimacy with yourself and with others.

Regardless of gender identification, sexual orientation or relationship status, you are welcome.  All of you is welcome.

Yes, please take your time to complete the participant application & consent form as it is of great support in enabling us to co-create a powerful and rich experience for all of us.  We hugely appreciate your care & consideration with this. 

Complete the participation form HERE

  • Travel from home country to South Africa
  • Gratuities
  • Gifts, curio’s & personal items
  • Travel to and from Bodhi Khaya Nature Retreat
  • Fully facilitated Fundamentals of Facilitation Retreat programme with Marcia, Claire, Rhianne and Steph; including guided and spontaneous movement meditations and practices, awakened breath work and ceremony
  • Accommodation of your choice
  • All meals (vegetarian)
  • The closest airport to fly into is Cape Town International.  
  • We advise arriving a minimum of 1 day early and overnighting in Cape Town, fresh and ready for transfer to Bodhi Khaya on Wednesday 23 April.
  • Cape Town is a modern, cosmopolitan city surrounded by nature. Lying between Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean, its one of the most sought-after holiday destinations around the globe. 
  • Cape Town is a wonderful city to spend at the very least a few days in as a tourist. Please connect with Rhianne should you require any assistance with planning your itinerary. 
  • Bodhi Khaya is approximately 150 mins by car from Cape Town. We will connect participants together for lift sharing purposes. We encourage our locally based participants to offer a ride to our international participants & travelers.
  • Shakti Shiva Academy will arrange transport with a shuttle bus to Bodhi Khaya return. Please note this cost will be additional to the retreat cost and is entirely dependent on how many participants require this service.
  • A non-refundable deposit of R5,000 is required to reserved your place
  • * Cancellation up to and inc. 31 January 2025: All payments (less your non-refundable deposit) will be refunded to you
  • * Cancellation up to and inc. 28 February 2025: 75% of your payments (less your non-refundable deposit) will be refunded to you
  • * Cancellation up to and inc. 31 March 2025: 50% of your payments (less your non-refundable deposit) will be refunded to you
  • * Should you cancel after 31 March 2025: no refund will be due to you and you will forfeit any and all payments made

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