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Workshops & Talks

A full list of the 2008 programme will be published in August.

Below is the 2007 line up

SATURDAY 8 DECEMBER

1100 – 1200

Flawed Heroes/Heroines - how to Create Unforgettable Characters

Nicholas McInerny

At the heart of every great character lies the desire for healing, for oneness, for authenticity.

This workshop will take this crucial aspect of writing - characterisation - and through a simple exercise explore how we can begin to create complex characters and plot their journey to self discovery. Drawing on his twenty years experience writing for stage, radio and TV, Nicholas will also reveal some tips and devices which he has found useful.  As one producer once said to him, 'Let's go through the complexity to the simplicity beyond!'   Nicholas McInerny has had plays produced by the Soho Theatre, the ICA and Red Shift Theatre Company, written numerous radio plays and over thirty episodes of TV series including The Bill and A&E.

Free with donations to Dartmouth Caring

1215 – 1250

Introduction to Spiritual Healing                     David Butcher

What is Spiritual Healing and could it help me with mental, physical, emotional or spiritual problems? Is it compatible with conventional medicine and could I become a healer? These questions and more will all be answered by David Butcher, the founder of The Community Healing Project, a local healing organisation.

DAVID BUTCHER has been practising as a healer for over 20 years teaching people to develop their healing skills with The National Federation of Spiritual Healers and The Community Healing Project which he founded in 1998. He teaches Spiritual Healing to medical students at The Peninsula Medical School and has trained as a therapeutic counsellor, masseur and rebirther.

Free with donation to Dartmouth Caring

REF: K2

1300 – 1430
                            
An Introduction to Tantra: ‘Stepping into Energy’                     Robin Baldock

A taste of Diamond Light Tantra for complete beginners, as well as for those who would like a gentle "refresher".   Touch in on a way to bring awareness and aliveness to yourself and your relationships. Expand the possibilities for both.

Robin facilitates meditation, healing and Zen based enlightenment techniques at the Helios Centre in London.  Originally a musician, he developed his own form of music healing (www.thesillofthedoor.co.uk), based on sufi and shamanic practice. He sings, and plays the sitar and African drum to profound effect. He trained in Tantra with Leora Lightwoman and contributes his own dimension to her work as a co- facilitator, men's group leader and mentor for workshop assistants. He brings a compassionate and determined focus to the creative freedom of that is our essence. www.diamondlighttantra.com

Cost: £15

REF: W9

1445 – 1545

T’ai Chi                                               Fiona Howard

Learn the secrets of self-healing using gentle T’ai Chi exercises and connect with your own vital force or chi energy.  Find out how you can be even healthier and happier in your daily life.

Fiona Howard is a fully qualified and experienced teacher of Rainbow Tai Chi and Chi Kung.  This is a healing form of Tai Chi and Fiona healed herself of a major illness through this practice.  She is now passionately committed to teaching and sharing these skills with others. 

For further information about Fiona and her classes: taichifi@gmail.com

1600 – 1700

Pelvic Floor Awareness                   Nikhila Ludlow

The Pelvic Floor is a complex network of muscles which have many functions – elimination and sexuality being just two. It also provides a base of support for our internal organs and provides a strong connectivity to our sense of self and our ability to be centred.

This workshop, using the tools of the Feldenkrais Method®, offers a gentle dip into the world of possibility that opens up when we explore movement gently and with attentiveness. 

Students will work individually, lying down and with clothes on.

Nikhila is a registered practitioner of the Feldenkrais Method and has additionally spent many years studying the meditation techniques of Osho, including Tantra, dance and martial arts.  She  has taught Yoga, has a diploma in Business Studies, was a professional cook,  horse rider and sailor – bringing a wealth of life experience to her work.

For further information about Nikhila and her classes: nikhila2mary@yahoo.co.uk

REF: K3

SUNDAY 9 DECEMBER

1000 – 1100

Qigong                                                           Greg Cutler

Qigong = energy skill. Discover, develop and deepen these skills through simple but effective movement and breathing exercises for health, fitness, inspiration, healing and of course fun.

Greg has 25 years international experience, study and training as an inspirational and naturally gifted complementary health practitioner and teacher specialising in Shiatsu, Tai Chi, massage and holistic personal fitness training. His ethos is educational, long term, balanced, safe and effective health and fitness for body, mind, spirit, emotion and ecology. Instruction Manuals written by Greg for the 18 Stance Qigong form featured in the workshop will be available for order on the day at £12 each.

For further information about Greg and his classes: mx3@mail2greg.com   &  http://Presence.mysite.orange.co.uk

REF: K4

1115 - 1215
Tantra Forum

Dartmouth Festival is running a series of Tantra Workshops.  The forum will give people the opportunity to learn more about Tantra from the most influential practitioners in their field.  Attendance is free for those attending a Tantra workshop but places must be reserved by contacting the festival office (e-mail: post@dartmouthfestival.com or Tel: 01803 832524).

REF: K5

1230 - 1345
Healing the Heart of Humanity                 Amoda Maa Jeevan

This talk and meditation is an invitation to each and every one of us to awaken to our true divine nature and empower ourselves to transform our personal reality from suffering to joy and our collective reality from terror to peace. By having the courage to choose love over fear in every moment and in every circumstance – however difficult or challenging – we can heal the separation that divides us from our true essence, from each other, from the world, and from Spirit/God/Source.

Amoda will be joined at the end of the talk by her partner, Kavi Jezzie Hockaday, in a Heart Meditation with live music.

Amoda Maa Jeevan is a spiritual teacher with 10 years experience of leading personal transformation groups. Her new book “How to Find God in Everything” is available from February 2008 and is a call to join the revolution in consciousness that has the power to change our world. For further information about Amoda: amoda@amodamaajeevan.com & www.AmodaMaaJeevan.com

REF: K6

1400 – 1515

Yoga                                                               Lorraine Chamberlain

The workshop will follow the principles of Hatha yoga, a gentle practice of held postures and movement with an emphasis on the breath.

Lorraine has studied yoga in the UK and the US and completed her teacher training with the Devon School of Yoga. She teaches yoga in a variety of settings in the South West and is currently a yoga tutor on the yoga teacher training program for the Kevala Centre.  In addition Lorraine holds an adult teaching certificate, has a diploma in massage and aromatherapy and is a trained RGN nurse.

REF: K7

1600 – 1700

Listen to the Voice                            Gavin Frank

Are you interested in exploring the full range, resonance and depth of your own voice? Do you lack confidence in self-expression? This workshop is aimed at people wishing to empower themselves through the medium of the voice, whether beginner or professional.                                                                             

We will explore simple techniques such as chant, mantra, movement, improvisation and breathing exercises, which enable us to accept and trust the wisdom of the singing body, engaging ourselves more directly with life.                                                                             

Gavin has been involved in music all his life, from choirboy to B.A. Hons (Music) graduate.  He is a student of Chloe Goodchild  and has been studying with the Naked Voice for nearly seven years, completing the “Voice” and “Facilitator” training and has recently been accredited as a Naked Voice Introductory Teacher. He has been teaching this innovative practice for seven years. As ‘Madrum’, he performs his own compositions with Lawrence Kelson. They released their debut  album  “Soma” in June and will be performing at the festival.

For further information about Gavin: gavin_frank@yahoo.co.uk & www.listentothevoice.co.uk

REF:K8