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Energy In Motion - An Ecstatic Dance & Cacao Journey.
Energy In Motion: An Ecstatic Dance & Cacao Journey
Welcome to "Energy In Motion," a transformational event where ecstatic dance, cacao and emotional release converge to create an unforgettable experience. This is more than an event; it's a journey of self-discovery and expression, offering a blend of personal growth, community connection, and joyous celebration.
Emotion is energy in motion and this event is designed to facilitate emotional processing with an undercurrent of bliss. It's about inner exploration and embodied expression, all wrapped up in a lively, party-like atmosphere. Personal development can be fun, and we're here to prove it.
JANUARY THEME: LIGHT
We are all made of light.
Light, energy, spirit…. there are many ways that we can interpret the light.
While there is polarity and duality in everything (and this is something we’ll be exploring in our Spiritual Compass series) let us spend this evening exploring the light within us and around us all.
Meeting in the softness, the airey, subtle realms. Journeying with presence and awareness. Letting yourself be bathed in light and love as we transform through movement, play and the pleasure of being fully present in your body.
SPIRITUAL COMPASS
This event is the first of a 4-part series exploring polarities, which includes the themes light, dark, feminine and masculine.
Life is full of polarities, where we play on a spectrum between the two extremes.
Let us explore each end of the spectrum, some of the core energies that permeate through our existence here on earth. Let us bathe in light and explore the darkness. Get acquainted with the masculine and feminine energies that reside within all.
Dance and transform through the energies of these polarities. Using our Spiritual Compass as a transformational tool.
Save the dates:
18th January: Light
15th February: Dark
15th March: Feminine
19th April: Masculine
You can grab a 4-event pass at the special price of $120 (plus booking fees) at checkout.
Experience Highlights:
Ecstatic Dance: A liberating space for self-expression. Shed your inhibitions and let the rhythm guide your movements. No previous dance experience is needed—just a heart open to the journey.
Cacao Ceremony: Connect with this heart-opening plant magic, historically revered as 'food of the Gods'. Our cacao ceremony helps deepen your emotional awareness and connection to yourself while fueling your desire to dance and connect.
Guided Embodiment Activities: Curated to each month’s theme, join us and our guest facilitators as we take you on a journey to embody and integrate the essence and qualities of your star energy.
Community Guidelines:
Be Present: No phones on the dance floor
Be Clear: No intoxicants
Be Embodied: No talking during the dance
Be Respectful of Others: Consensual contact only
Join us at Energy In Motion for a transformative experience where you'll dance, connect, and evolve, surrounded by a community of kindred spirits.
Together, let's celebrate the full spectrum of the human experience, transforming through the beauty and power of dance and communal energy.
About your hosts:
Co-Host: Patty McDonald - @ pattymac.truth
Patty is passionate about helping people open their hearts and find bliss in the full spectrum of the human experience. Chakaruna means "Bridge Person" in the Quechua language - this journey is here to provide a bridge for you into new ways of connecting with your self, with each other and with the world around you.
An experienced leader and coach, he recently doubled down on music as an even purer vehicle to deliver transformation, and spent a few weeks in Guatemala dancing with and learning from some of the world's best organic music producers such as Mose, Scott Nice, ATYYA and Melbourne's own Temple Step Project. He also was humbled to learn about Cacao plant magic whilst in Guatemala and is honoured to be holding a space for Cacao and Ecstatic Dance to be shared with our community.
Host: Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
It was love at first dance, when Shahna stepped onto an ecstatic dance dance-floor. She saw the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression, coming home to hear body and her self and feeling the liberation that comes from allowing the energy to move through her. Since that time, she has interwoven these lessons and practices into what she does personally, but also professionally.
Now, as a Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and other healing tools and modalities to help people step into their era of freedom, fullest self expression and radiance.
Guest DJ: Julie Jones - @juliejones_dj
Julie Jones is a rising Italian-Eritrean artist whose music fuses percussion and deep beats with ancestral and ethnic soundscapes. She quickly garnered attention by showcasing her skills at notable events like Esoteric Festival and various venues across Melbourne and other states. Her dedication to music drives her to constantly seek out the perfect tracks for her sets, aiming to transmit beautiful, unique energy and create a fulfilling experience on the dance floor.
Over the years, Julie has refined and evolved her sound into something distinct, honoring her Eritrean roots while incorporating rich, groovy bass lines and powerful tribal loops. Julie's ultimate aspiration is to take her audience on a mystical journey to her homeland in Africa, inviting them to experience the essence of her cultural roots through her music’s immersive power.
Guest Facilitators: Quintessence
Quintessence connects a constellation of three unique channels that together serve the collective remembering of sound as a conduit for deep alignment, on a bodily and planetary level. Their songs are intended to be shared and carried by those that resonate with them and offered as medicine for the times.
Powerful trio, Vicki (@lala_witika), Angela (@andjeladjakovic) & Anna-Maria (@coyote.sparkle), will be sharing the magic and medicine of song, vocal activation and sound.
Things to note:
Ticket cost is $50.00 if purchasing at the door on the night of event.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal and an eye mask is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets:
$36.00 early bird
$42.00 general exchange
$50.00 on the door
$120.00 - 4 event series ALL ACCESS pass
Summer Sangha for the Soul - 4 Day Immersion of Yoga & Tantric Philosophy.
THEME: "THE NEXT PHASE"
Birthing something new or moving in a new direction can often be unnerving, especially if we are used to comfort, stability and safety. Some resist change, but as most know, "Change is the one certain constant in Life”.
New terrain can feel uncertain and taking new steps into unfamiliar territory demands a level of courage, action, surrender and trust.
Andrew is travelling from Byron Bay to host this four-day immersive journey.
Having lived over 5 decades and almost half of that time in the Yoga World, Andrew’s life has taught him that each stage of life is different. Each phase comes with its gifts as well as challenges, and a restlessness can arise when we feel intuitively that a change is coming. Even the way we practice Yoga changes and evolves as WE do.
Something calls us and sometimes we don’t know why…but regardless we can choose to either refuse or accept the call.
Here is Andrew’s invitation:
Ask Yourself -
Is your life moving in a new direction?
Are you feeling a call towards something new?
How do you feel and what's your experience in taking those early steps towards the next phase and accepting the call, even when a lot is uncertain and unknown.
What if every stage in your life has been training you towards the NEXT PHASE…and those to follow.
The journey we often take is rarely linear and learning ways to navigate the new terrain is sometimes difficult on our own.
Therefore Andrew has created and carefully curated this 4 day morning yoga immersion, to create the space and time to explore, inquire and perhaps receive some insight into what the next phase is for YOU…
Andrew knows that he is not alone in this experience, and so his offering to all of us, is to be curious, take time out for ourselves and allow the various aspects of our yoga practice (not just asana) to reveal and unveil the next steps into THE NEXT PHASE of your life.
If this resonates with you and you feel the call, REGISTER NOW…that in itself is a step towards your highest truth…a universal call.
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DAY 1 : THE CALL - Monday 20 Jan, 6:45am - 8:15am
How do you experience a call and how do you respond to it?
Yoga practice can refine our intuition to know when to accept the call or not. Our inner guidance system becomes more aligned with what is meant for us. Timing is everything but Andrew has learned that everything has its "right time" and opportunities when taken from a place of trust and courage, always leads us to a truer, more authentic place.
Andrew will send out some personal enquiry questions to consider in the days leading up to the immersion.
Be ready to set your intentions and start from a solid foundation.
Focus: Grounding and standing poses, 6 orientations of spine in asana practice, laterals, twists, mantra, meditation and your Madhyama.
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DAY 2 :THE UNKNOWN - Tuesday 21 Jan, 6:45am - 8:15am
One of Andrew’s favourite times…in fact, he spent an entire year becoming comfortable in the “ not knowing”. Through that year, he learned SO much!!! He is thrilled and so excited to share his experiences with you and offer tools that may support your own personal journey.
Focus: Semi inversions, balances, preparatory or full inversions,
*trusting the "not knowing” (A note from Andrew; “I am keeping a portion of the class Sacred/Secret)*
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DAY 3: THE INSPIRATION AND COLLABORATION - Wednesday 22 Jan, 6:45am - 8:15am
What inspires you and lights you up?
Through sharing and exchanging, we may learn ways on how NOT to have to do it all alone.
Partnering up and observation.
(Please Note: Andrew will provide alternatives and modifications on this morning, for those who do not wish to engage in partner work).
Focus: Partner work, Pranayamas, Mudras and exchanging in pairs and groups. How conscious awareness and our relationships can inspire and enhance our Asana practice, and many other aspects of our lives.
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DAY 4: THE EMERGENCE - Thursday 23 Jan, 6:45am - 8:15am
Emerging into the “Next Phase” may be arduous or effortless depending on how we view the emergence phase. The lens Andrew will be offering may not be what you expect but he is hopeful that something will emerge and transport you into the NEXT PHASE of your life!
Focus: Laterals, twists, backbends, inversions, deep rest , meditation, take homes.
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4 Days Vs Individual
Each day can be a stand alone practice, but as many of you may know, especially those of you who have practiced with Andrew before, this is a journey and you will receive the greatest benefits if you commit and can make space for the whole 4 days. Bring a journal, a pen, an open heart, curious mind and trust...in the process.
All else will be revealed…the answers and emerging into the next phase of your life are within YOU!
This immersive journey is scheduled to conclude at 8:15am each morning, however, there may be days in which the container runs until 8:30am. We understand work commitments so please feel free to honour those.
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What you will receive from the 4 day Yoga Immersion:
• Yogic and Tantric Philosophy
• Asana and self inquiry
• Journalling and self reflection
• Take home questions
• Quotes of inspiration
• Meditations, pranayamas and mantra
• Storytelling
• Ancient classical Yoga teachings transposed into present day living
• New insights that Andrew has learned over the past 2 years of practicing yoga in a “different” way.
Open to all levels of practice and experience and everyone is encouraged to practice at their own pace…Andrew is merely a guide to your experience.
Andrew also LOVES to make things fun, playful and interactive :)
So be prepared to find some joy and curiosity in our collective adventure together.
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Investment into self and next phase
Full 4 days: $200
3 days : $165
2 Days: $120
1 Day: $65
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About your Yoga Instructor and Facilitator: - Andrew Mournehis - @divinegraceyoga
Andrew graduated from the Phoenix Institute of Australia in 2001 with a very clear vision that his gifts and passions were best directed in the power of group, ritual, archetype, mythology and the potent healing energy that is exchanged in each others stories, both personal and universal.
Being an already established yoga teacher, he spent the next 23 years facilitating many healing groups, yoga workshops, intensives and retreats both nationally and internationally working with the healing potential of both Yoga and Transpersonal work.
Having practiced Tantra Yoga for over 26 years, Andrew unites his diverse background and experience with Yoga, Transpersonal work, Mythology, Astrology, Dance and Yogic Philosophy to bring a rich and exciting view and perspective on this liberating art form and spiritual practice of Yoga.
Andrew invites you to join him for this wonderful 4 Morning Immersion and the gifts that will be revealed through his guidance.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal and an eye mask is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:30am - 6:45am. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 7:00am. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time. This immersive journey is scheduled to conclude at 8:15am each morning, however, there may be days in which the container runs until 8:30am. We understand work commitments so please feel free to honour those.
Driving: Park direct on Chapel St or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You.
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets:
$200 - 4 days,
$165 - 3 days,
$120 - 2 days,
$65 - 1 day.
Shake It Off - Your Weekly Dose of Physical & Emotional Fitness.
A unique combination of emotional processing, free flow dance and somatic exercises, this event is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release stuck emotions and cultivate a sense of relaxation.
Emotion = energy in motion. Yet, as a society, we have grown accustomed to suppressing our emotions. Because of this, our emotions remain stuck and stagnant within the body, waiting to be liberated through movement, awareness and presence.
Shake it off gives us an opportunity to safely release stress and stored emotions through movement and emotional processing techniques (that we share with you on the evening). It allows us to reconnect with ourselves through our body. All while building our emotional and physical fitness.
Event Inclusions:
Emotional processing techniques: We start the evening by going through some of our favourite tools and techniques for experiencing and releasing our emotions.
Dance and movement: Moving has never been so fun, a DJ set invites us to dance, and tune into the way that our body desires to move. No dance experience required for this free-flow session.
Somatic exercises: Ending the evening with deep relaxation, be guided through some gentle, rhythmic exercises that are scientifically designed to regulate your nervous system.
Dance, release and express at this somatic event designed to help you drop out of your head and into your body, de-stress, and regulate your nervous system. Leave feeling lighter, freer and ready to go out and live your best life.
About your host:
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
A Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and mindset tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant.
Having seen the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression from personal experience, Shahna now guides people home to their most empowered themselves, through the body.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $25.00 early bird, $30.00 full bird.
9D Breathwork - A Transformative Journey of Healing Through Breath & Sound.
9D Breathwork is an innovative and transformative practice that combines advanced breathwork techniques with a multi-sensory sound experience. Utilizing conscious connected breathing, participants enter a heightened state of awareness, allowing them to connect deeply with their inner selves and facilitate profound healing and transformation. This experience is enhanced by the integration of binaural beats, isochronic tones, solfeggio frequencies, and bioacoustic sound effects, all designed to support your journey into deeper states of consciousness.
Through this immersive approach, participants are invited to explore their subconscious mind, awaken their inner healer, and release emotional blockages. The specially curated soundscapes create an environment that promotes relaxation, emotional release, and personal insight, enabling profound shifts in perspective and energy.
This 9D Breathwork Journey theme:
Releasing & Healing the 5 Primary Trauma Imprints
In this transformative session, participants may embark on a profound journey to identify, release, and heal the five primary trauma imprints that often affect our lives and well-being. These imprints—rooted in our personal experiences and often manifesting as emotional, physical, or behavioral patterns—can impact our relationships, self-worth, and overall sense of peace.
What to Expect:
During each 9D Breathwork session, you can anticipate a dynamic and enriching experience that combines active breathing, guided visualization, and immersive soundscapes. Participants are encouraged to engage with their feelings, express themselves authentically, and embrace the transformative power of the breath. Expect to uncover deeper insights, heal emotional wounds, and tap into your inherent wisdom.
Possible experiences during your inward journey may include:
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Connecting with your inner child and rediscovering joy and creativity
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Engaging in a dialogue with your fears, leading to personal empowerment
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Experiencing a sense of lightness and freedom as you let go of limiting beliefs
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Receiving intuitive insights or messages from your higher self or spirit guides
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Experiencing physical sensations of release as energy and emotions flow through you
Important Information:
9D Breathwork is a powerful practice that may evoke intense emotions and physical sensations. Participants are encouraged to embrace the experience fully, trusting in their ability to navigate whatever arises. You are always in control of your journey, and you can adjust your breathing pattern to manage the intensity of the experience.
Contraindications:
While 9D Breathwork can be transformative, it may not be suitable for everyone. If you have a history of seizure disorders, cardiovascular issues, or severe mental health challenges, please consult with a healthcare professional before participating. This workshop is not recommended for individuals under the age of 16 or pregnant women without prior discussion.
Trigger Warning:
The nature of this practice encourages authentic expression, which may manifest as vocalizations, movement, or emotional release. Participants are invited to honor their own process while respecting the journeys of others. If you feel overwhelmed or triggered, you can signal for support. For those seeking a gentler approach, private sessions are available.
Join us in this transformative series of 9D Breathwork journeys, where you will have the opportunity to explore, heal, and grow in a supportive and nurturing environment. Experience the power of breath and sound in facilitating personal transformation and reconnecting with your true self.
About you facilitator - Lee @ajourneytosacred
Lee is a passionate and dedicated Breathwork Facilitator, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the transformative practice of 9D Breathwork. As a Certified 9D Facilitator, Certified Wim Hof Instructor, and an International Breathwork Foundation Member, Lee combines various modalities to create a safe and nurturing space for participants to explore their inner landscapes. His qualifications as a Reiki Master, NLP Life Coach, Trauma-Informed Coach, Sound Healer, and Human Forest & Men’s Circle Facilitator further enrich his approach, allowing him to connect deeply with individuals on their unique healing journeys.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Something to cover your eyes, if you wish to do so (eg. eye mask, scarf). A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:45pm - 7:00pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 7:15pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $60.00 early bird, $70.00 general exchange.
What happens when we... - An exploration of Authentic Relating.
Ever wondered what happens when we create a space to experiment with how we relate to ourselves and others?
This event invites you to step out of your default modes of interaction, drop the masks, and explore authentic relating. Together, we'll play with communication and discovering new ways of being through experiential games.
What to Expect:
- A playful atmosphere to experiment with authentic connection.
- Activities that bring out hidden parts of yourself.
- Communicate differently, with exercises like using only two words to express yourself.
- Reflect on your experiences to deepen self-awareness and connection with self and others.
Why Join?
If you’re ready to play, connect, and explore what it means to be truly present with yourself and others, this is for you. You’ll discover new insights, build meaningful connections, and surprise yourself with what emerges.
About your facilitator: Matthew - @matthews.labs
Matthew has had an interest in self and relational exploration. Curious about how play can be harnessed to find more integrity he has used the experiences of overcoming his struggles as fuel to be in service to others. In the mid 2010s he became a certified massage therapist and yoga teacher. Over the past few years he has deepened and embodied a more expressive relationship with himself and others through exploring workshops and trainings such as Ecstatic Dance, Authentic Relating, ISTA, Breathwork, Process work and the Human Forest, a consensual touch group experience.
His struggle with social anxiety has been deeply supported by Authentic Relating more than he ever could have imagined. Matthew values creating and holding spaces that are kind, clear, expressive, and exploratory. He brings his own unique flavour of play and exploration to his facilitation. He loves holding spaces where people feel safe enough to show up as the beautifully messy humans that we all are. He believes strongly in meeting everyone at their level and that finding coherence as a group involves everyone’s input.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $35.00 early bird, $45.00 general exchange.
Shake It Off - Your Weekly Dose of Physical & Emotional Fitness.
A unique combination of emotional processing, free flow dance and somatic exercises, this event is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release stuck emotions and cultivate a sense of relaxation.
Emotion = energy in motion. Yet, as a society, we have grown accustomed to suppressing our emotions. Because of this, our emotions remain stuck and stagnant within the body, waiting to be liberated through movement, awareness and presence.
Shake it off gives us an opportunity to safely release stress and stored emotions through movement and emotional processing techniques (that we share with you on the evening). It allows us to reconnect with ourselves through our body. All while building our emotional and physical fitness.
Event Inclusions:
Emotional processing techniques: We start the evening by going through some of our favourite tools and techniques for experiencing and releasing our emotions.
Dance and movement: Moving has never been so fun, a DJ set invites us to dance, and tune into the way that our body desires to move. No dance experience required for this free-flow session.
Somatic exercises: Ending the evening with deep relaxation, be guided through some gentle, rhythmic exercises that are scientifically designed to regulate your nervous system.
Dance, release and express at this somatic event designed to help you drop out of your head and into your body, de-stress, and regulate your nervous system. Leave feeling lighter, freer and ready to go out and live your best life.
About your host:
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
A Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and mindset tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant.
Having seen the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression from personal experience, Shahna now guides people home to their most empowered themselves, through the body.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $25.00 early bird, $30.00 full bird.
9D Breathwork - A Transformative Journey of Healing Through Breath & Sound.
9D Breathwork is an innovative and transformative practice that combines advanced breathwork techniques with a multi-sensory sound experience. Utilizing conscious connected breathing, participants enter a heightened state of awareness, allowing them to connect deeply with their inner selves and facilitate profound healing and transformation. This experience is enhanced by the integration of binaural beats, isochronic tones, solfeggio frequencies, and bioacoustic sound effects, all designed to support your journey into deeper states of consciousness.
Through this immersive approach, participants are invited to explore their subconscious mind, awaken their inner healer, and release emotional blockages. The specially curated soundscapes create an environment that promotes relaxation, emotional release, and personal insight, enabling profound shifts in perspective and energy.
This 9D Breathwork Journey theme:
Letting Go
This session invites participants to release attachments, old patterns, and limiting beliefs that no longer serve them. By surrendering to the process, you can experience a deep sense of freedom and lightness. This journey encourages acceptance and forgiveness, allowing you to step into a new chapter of your life with clarity and purpose.
What to Expect:
During each 9D Breathwork session, you can anticipate a dynamic and enriching experience that combines active breathing, guided visualization, and immersive soundscapes. Participants are encouraged to engage with their feelings, express themselves authentically, and embrace the transformative power of the breath. Expect to uncover deeper insights, heal emotional wounds, and tap into your inherent wisdom.
Possible experiences during your inward journey may include:
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Connecting with your inner child and rediscovering joy and creativity
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Engaging in a dialogue with your fears, leading to personal empowerment
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Experiencing a sense of lightness and freedom as you let go of limiting beliefs
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Receiving intuitive insights or messages from your higher self or spirit guides
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Experiencing physical sensations of release as energy and emotions flow through you
Important Information:
9D Breathwork is a powerful practice that may evoke intense emotions and physical sensations. Participants are encouraged to embrace the experience fully, trusting in their ability to navigate whatever arises. You are always in control of your journey, and you can adjust your breathing pattern to manage the intensity of the experience.
Contraindications:
While 9D Breathwork can be transformative, it may not be suitable for everyone. If you have a history of seizure disorders, cardiovascular issues, or severe mental health challenges, please consult with a healthcare professional before participating. This workshop is not recommended for individuals under the age of 16 or pregnant women without prior discussion.
Trigger Warning:
The nature of this practice encourages authentic expression, which may manifest as vocalizations, movement, or emotional release. Participants are invited to honor their own process while respecting the journeys of others. If you feel overwhelmed or triggered, you can signal for support. For those seeking a gentler approach, private sessions are available.
Join us in this transformative series of 9D Breathwork journeys, where you will have the opportunity to explore, heal, and grow in a supportive and nurturing environment. Experience the power of breath and sound in facilitating personal transformation and reconnecting with your true self.
About you facilitator - Lee @ajourneytosacred
Lee is a passionate and dedicated Breathwork Facilitator, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the transformative practice of 9D Breathwork. As a Certified 9D Facilitator, Certified Wim Hof Instructor, and an International Breathwork Foundation Member, Lee combines various modalities to create a safe and nurturing space for participants to explore their inner landscapes. His qualifications as a Reiki Master, NLP Life Coach, Trauma-Informed Coach, Sound Healer, and Human Forest & Men’s Circle Facilitator further enrich his approach, allowing him to connect deeply with individuals on their unique healing journeys.
About you facilitator - Lee @ajourneytosacred
Lee is a passionate and dedicated Breathwork Facilitator, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the transformative practice of 9D Breathwork. As a Certified 9D Facilitator, Certified Wim Hof Instructor, and an International Breathwork Foundation Member, Lee combines various modalities to create a safe and nurturing space for participants to explore their inner landscapes. His qualifications as a Reiki Master, NLP Life Coach, Trauma-Informed Coach, Sound Healer, and Human Forest & Men’s Circle Facilitator further enrich his approach, allowing him to connect deeply with individuals on their unique healing journeys.
Tickets: $60.00 early bird, $70.00 general exchange.
O'gasmic Cacao Ecstatic Dance. A Tantalizing Journey of Liberation & Bliss.
You're invited to indulge your senses upon this tantalizing dance journey of bliss.
Aligned with Neo-Tantric practices like somatic shaking and ecstatic dance, O’gasmic Cacao Dance includes the energy of eros, the releasing of the mind and celebration of our pure being.
While s.xual energy is welcome in this space it is welcome to run vertically - meaning you are experiencing your pleasure individually for YOU - you are not horizontally putting your energy ONTO others. That way we can safely enjoy our own experience.
What exactly does this look like?
You are invited to allow the music to move your body in ways that evoke pleasure and connection to self. This can look like exploring varying movement paces. i.e. moving sensually and slowly then passionately and erratically. This can look like incorporating sounding into your dance as different emotions and feelings meet you. This can look like removing items of clothing - all humans are welcome in this dance to experiment with the removal and addition of clothing (lower underwear remains on).
While your facilitator, Chloe Adriana does run events where shared s.xual energy is welcome, O’gasmic Cacao Dance is not that event. If your own s.exual energy ignites within this dance journey, be present with it, move with it, explore it. This event is an inner-experience... no-one will know what your dance entails unless you choose to share about it later.
O'gasmic Cacao Dance is for all genders, it is LGBTQI+ - BIPOC friendly.
What to expect:
O'gasmic Cacao Dance begins as a circle of humans who share a warm, nurturing cup of cacao together while naming what's alive for them (commonly valid trepidation, uncertainty, curiosity, excitement) before setting personal intentions. A live guest ecstatic dance DJ then guides a free-movement dance set inviting consistent, embodied, exploratory connection with self before optionally sharing personal inner experiences back in community circle to close.
Testimonials:
"That was liberating beyond words. The container you created for me to unleash, let go and just be with myself was amazing. The energy in the room, the music, the guidance, the permission... incredible."
"Thank-you for holding/hosting this space to enable everyone to fully express themself, particularly witnessing and experiencing a space where women can be topless among men and feel respected and not sexualised. To also witness different body types in a non-sexual context."
O'gasmic Cacao Dance is a MOVEMENT!
There are no photos taken or permitted to be taken at this event.
About your facilitator: Chloe Adriana @queenchloeadriana
Chloe (she / her) - The Pussy Queen, is a Radical Radiance Coach and Captivating facilitator. She works across the globe to empower, liberate and awaken vulva-bodied people into their full radiance. After experiencing the bliss of a O'gasmic Cacao Dance event in Nicaragua, she knew with her whole being that she needed to bring this experience to Australia.
Chloe loves working with vulva-bodied people who know there is something more within them that is ready to be unlocked. She believes that Radiance is interpretable, but that one thing is for sure, we were all born with it, and we can all find our way back when it seems lost.
Your journey will be guided by a guest Ecstatic Dance DJ - To Be Announced.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal and an eye mask is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $35.00 early bird, $45.00 general exchange.
Nervous System Rewire - An Exploration of Grounding Regulation Practices.
Is life keeping you stuck in overdrive? No matter how much self-care you do, do you still end up feeling on edge or exhausted—almost like you're just wired that way?
The truth is, this is a natural response to the demands of modern life and the state of the world right now. Many of our nervous systems are working overtime in response to constant stimuli, screens, and stressors…
The good news is that it is possible to rewire this programming and gently build your capacity to feel grounded and resilient amidst the chaos.
Based on the teachings of Polyvagal Theory, this Nervous System Rewire class will teach you simple and empowering self-regulation tools to retrain your brain and rebuild a robust nervous system, so you no longer feel stuck and can confidently handle stress.
When you rewire your nervous system, you reclaim your vitality, regulate your emotions, and rebuild your ability to be present and connected with loved ones—and with yourself.
This class is open to anyone; no prior experience is necessary. The practices are useful both as a preventative measure and to ease the impact of acute or chronic stress.
What to Expect
Expect a kind and inviting space where you can show up just as you are as we gently explore a series of:
✨ Vagal toning exercises that work directly with your vagus nerve to stimulate rest, digestion, and repair.
✨ Trauma-sensitive yoga and gentle movement to enliven the felt sense and improve interoception.
✨ Gentle breathwork to quiet the mind and create space for your true self to emerge.
✨ Stress-release practices to discharge incomplete stress energy and complete the stress cycle.
✨ Journaling and reflection exercises to help integrate the teachings and shifts.
✨ Co-regulation and the inherent benefits of being in shared space with community.
About you facilitator - Sally @sallypriestley
Sally is a yoga teacher and embodiment mentor passionate about bringing spirituality and science together in sacred spaces with a focus on nervous system support and mind-body-spirit connection.
Previously, Sally worked as a commercial lawyer, struggling with anxiety, chronic pain and a deep longing for a sense of wholeness and connection that felt elusive.
Through her own journey Sally came to realise the importance of working with the nervous system to access the body's innate healing intelligence and rewire subconscious behaviours that keep us stuck in survival patterns which inhibit optimal health, mental clarity and whole self connection.
Today, Sally draws on over 18 years of devoted practice and specialist study in nervous system health and trauma sensitive yoga to guide others back to their bodies and gently unravel the stresses of modern life.
Sally teaches in a nurturing and invitational style with modifications to meet you exactly where you’re at in every practice.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Something to cover your eyes, if you wish to do so (eg. eye mask, scarf). A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $30.00 early bird, $35.00 general exchange.
Kindred Singles (20s - 40s) - A Speed Dating Event for Conscious Relating.
Are you willing and open for a conscious relationship?
A conscious relationship is one in which both partners feel committed to a sense of purpose, and that purpose is growth. Individual growth. Shared growth as a couple. Collective growth that makes the world a better place.
AND do you ALSO love laughing, playing, meeting kindred people, or having conversations that delve deeper than “How's the weather?”.
Maybe you've also been wondering where on earth you can actually meet epic humans that aren’t posting their best blue steel on online dating apps?
Well it's here kindred friends! It’s speed dating with real life kindred folk who are open to conscious relationship AND deep and meaningful, AND also playful, human connection!
INTENTION and FLOW
While you might meet the love of your life, we don’t want you too fixated on the outcome!
Soooooo…. Cast the intention to meet who it is you are desiring to meet and then…
**LET IT GO and LET FLOW!**
You can now relax into the opportunity for an evening of soulful, nourishing connection meeting some incredible people who are on a similar journey to you.
Let’s play some games, meet some humans, see where the night takes us!
Know that regardless of the outcome of this event, the structured games, the agreements, the sweetness of the outline of the evening will aim to ensure that this is an enjoyable evening for all.
WHO
This is a heterosexually focused event. We plan to have even numbers of men and women and you will be paired to connect with every person of the opposite gender.
(Please note we are running two separate events differentiated by age brackets)
THIS LISTING is for the age bracket of 20's - 40's!
DETAILS of the EVENING
6:15pm onwards - Arrival with Tea
6:30pm - Opening with Agreements
PAIRINGS: You will play a structured game with each person of the opposite gender.
Games will be in alignment with cultivating conscious relating. They will be simple yet meaningful, and include things like answering prompted questions, sentence stems, structured curiosity games, drawing games, and Authentic Relating exercises.
There will be breaks to prevent date fatigue :)
10pm Informal social connection at the end with tea provided. You may choose to skip this part if you'd rather head home upon event close.
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TESTIMONIALS
“I’ve never felt so open and safe and held before. The room and the energy was so divine... there was an equalness between us all. It was phenomenal. I came away from this experience with so much more than I thought.”
“I had such a beautiful time. It was so healing and so hope-evoking just to experience that kind of connection and interact with conscious men. It was reaffirming that my standards for intimate connection are not too high after all and that gentle, present, receptive masculinity is out there (I'd only seen it on Instagram 😂).”
“Omg!! What an epic evening. Thank you so much!!”
“So much fun!! I feel invigorated!”
“Super edgy for me, but the facilitators made it really comfortable to be there. I enjoyed the structured games to get to know people on a deeper level.”
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PLEASE NOTE: we understand the sensitivity and vulnerability of attending an event like this. We endeavour to make everyone feel as comfortable as possible and to create an atmosphere where you feel safe and encouraged to express yourself as who you really are.
While the intention of this event is to create opportunities for romantic connection, all connection starts as two humans meeting each other for the first time and finding common ground. We suggest you see this event as an opportunity to connect to the common ground of all people participating rather than only the ones you feel an “attraction” to. This creates more safety for all those involved and also enables YOU to have a really enjoyable experience with all your pairings!
Please contact us if you are unsure about anything about this event or would like more details. We would be really happy to talk to you.
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HOW TO BOOK!
++ Men - pledge your commitment quickly. There are literally women waiting to meet you! ++
Women’s tickets are being released as each man says YES. Women, we suggest you pop your name on the waitlist now so we can easefully release a spot to you.
A note about the waitlist... the waitlist is super essential to this event as there are almost always changes and we call names off of it, even on the day. Trust that if you're meant to be here, an opportunity for you to join will arise. Cupid is clever like that.
Please note there are no refunds for this event. When you book in we ask that you follow through with attending. We of course understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur but PLEASE let us know with as much notice as possible if you won't be joining us. Equal numbers are essential for this event and last minute cancellations are really challenging for us. *No transfers on your ticket. No tranfers to future events.* We ask that you please respect our policy.
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Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing, light movement and sitting upon the floor with ease. Chairs are available. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded.
Arrival: Doors open at 6:15pm, for a 6.30pm start. Endeavour to arrive at 6:15pm to allow time to visit the bathroom and settle in. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: Please note there are no refunds for this event. When you book in we ask that you follow through with attending. We of course understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur but PLEASE let us know with as much notice as possible if you won't be joining us. Equal numbers are essential for this event and last minute cancellations are really challenging for us. *No transfers on your ticket. No tranfers to future events.* We ask that you please respect our policy.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
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** If this event resonates for you or someone you know, please be an agent of love and spread the word.**
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YOUR CUPID
Grace Elizabeth is the visionary at the helm of Centre of You (www.centreofyou.com.au), a multi-modal centre for inner exploration in Chapel St, Prahran. Centre of You is a place for the purposeful facilitation of self-understanding, personal-discovery, integration, play, learning, unlearning, relearning, movement, release, restoration... a place to be and become among kindred community.
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QUESTIONS AND CONTACT
Any questions, please contact event facilitator Grace (Centre of You): grace@centreofyou.com.au or IG DM @centreofyou_chapelst
I can't wait to see you there!
Grace xx
Tickets: $65.00
Human Forest - The Call to Oneness. A Regenerative Touch Experience.
Step into a sacred gathering where the boundaries between self and other gently dissolve, revealing the profound truth of our interconnectedness. Welcome to Human Forest - a spiritually rooted, consensual, non-sexual touch experience that invites you to embody the essence of oneness.
The Call to Oneness.
At the heart of this event lies the ancient understanding that we are all threads in the same divine tapestry. As individual beings, we may appear separate, yet at a deeper level, we are part of a unified whole. Human Forest is an invitation to experience this truth—not as a concept, but as a living, breathing reality—through the power of intentional touch and shared presence.
What Awaits You:
In the Human Forest, participants will come together to co-create a space of spiritual connection, mirroring the harmony of nature itself. Like trees rooted in the same earth and reaching toward the same sky, we will join hands, hearts, and energies to awaken a sense of unity and divine flow.
WHAT IS A HUMAN FOREST?
For those of you that don't know, a Human Forest Experience is a human ecosystem connected by consensual touch.
Half of the room will be trees who will be blindfolded and receive loving, devotional touch from the other half of the room (the critters). You will have the opportunity to experience being both a tree and a critter.
These events can be powerful, healing opportunities for participants to experience intimacy and joy. Our priority to supporting participants to leave our events feeling opened, cared for and loved.
Come be part of a movement awakening people to the joy filled, healing and restorative power of touch.
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IMPORTANT:
In this event we focus on devotional, loving and non-sexually oriented touch. Note: there is no genitalia touch at this event.
All our events have been remarkably healing and opening for many participants, as seen in the testimonials above.
That being said, this is a touch focused event. If you have any history of trauma related to receiving or giving touch, please be in touch with us directly to seriously consider whether this event is right for you.
Participants are required to be on time to ensure they understand how to communicate their boundaries with clarity and respect via the consent and boundaries section at the commencement of the event.
About your facilitators:
Ali - @alicia.c.jade
With touch as her primary love language, Alicia (Ali) has been a long-standing ‘Tree’ at Human Forest events in Melbourne, having first experienced the event at Burning Man in 2017. She is now a facilitator, trained by the Human Forest Project.
As a somatic trauma therapist, Ali’s wisdom, intuition, and sensitivity guide her work. These gifts have been further refined through over 10 years of spiritual practice, including 5 years of teaching yoga, meditation, and coordinating silent retreats at a respected yoga school in Oaxaca, Mexico. Passionate about helping others, Alicia has worked professionally in mental health and holds qualifications including a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Psychophysiology, a Diploma of Mindfulness Therapy, and Triple Vagal Method certification. Ali creates loving, compassionate, and non-judgmental spaces, with a deep love for nature that she eagerly shares with others.
Melvin @melvinsjerps
Melvin is a Men’s Coach & Mentor and is devoted to helping men who have been people-pleasing, lone-wolfing and lacking purpose, to reclaim their POWER, take responsibility and step into the 2.0 version of themselves. He is the founder of Cold Water Vikings and a co-facilitator at The Gathering Of Men.
Melvin has been on his own personal development journey for the last 5+ years and is very passionate about partswork, boundaries and coaching men in living a life of purpose.
Things to note:
Bring:
- Comfortable clothing
- Some nibbles and/or drinks to share with others at the end
- An open mind
- Any friends that might be interested! ;)
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:30pm - 6:45pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 7:00pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $45.00 early bird, $60.00 general exchange (within 48 hours of event).
Sacred Rage - An Unapologetic Embodied Workshop for Men.
Brother your rage is sacred. Your power is infinite. Your Wildman is a gift to a world that has lost its way.
A personal message from Jacob O'Neill
For so many years, I sat idle as life passed me by. I was indecisive and unable to commit to the greater vision I had for my life. I took the easy road and it crushed my soul. I was more of a robot than I was a man. Everything in my life was mediocre. The work I was doing, the sex I was having, the food I was eating. Nothing was exciting me so I stopped caring. The worst part though was I suppressed my emotions pretty well most of the time except for every now and then when they would surface and I would lose control, usually hurting the people I cared about the most.
It was after a few major blowouts I eventually decided to take a look in the mirror and ask myself...Jacob, what do you actually fucking want from this life? Because what you are doing ain't working. Once I had the answer, it was my responsibility to clear out all the old emotions, limiting beliefs, and bullshit stories that were holding me down and preventing me from creating the life I truly desired. One of the most profound experiences I have had on my journey is reclaiming my sacred rage. This is where I released years of suppressed emotions and cracked open my heart like never before. And that is what I am offering you the chance to experience in this workshop.
So brother, if you are ready to reclaim your sacred rage and be able to passionately pursue the life of your dreams no matter what challenge lies ahead, this is the space to do so.
What to expect:
This workshop is for you if you…
Struggle to express how you feel and when emotions do surface you can't control them.
Have always held back and played it safe in life. Aka - taking the easy option.
Were told being angry was wrong or bad. Aka - men are dangerous/violent.
Claim you aren't an angry person. Aka - just going with the flow.
Know there is more to life but are struggling to make decisions.
Have anxious or avoidant tendencies in relationship. Aka - insecure or can't commit.
Are always in your head dreaming up the perfect life but never take action towards it.
Struggle to care about anything and have a recurring feeling of "what's the point?"
This is an initiation experience that will awaken the warrior .
What we will cover in this workshop:
Trauma
The 3 aspects of trauma
How trauma is generated.
Why it is your responsibility
The Nervous System
Nervous System Responses
Why your nervous system is activated?
Increasing your Nervous System Capacity.
Emotional Waterfall
Surface level emotions
The safety loop
Shifting from External to Internal
The Initiation Cycle
The 3-step initiation process.
4 stages of Manhood
Death as our greatest teacher.
Sacred Rage Embodiment Practice
Opening the heart
Full Bodied Expression
Channeling the force of creation.
This Workshop will allow you to…
Listen to the body,
Land in the body,
Live from the body,
UNAPOLOGETICALLY.
This means you will…
Release unfelt emotions from the past
Activate your power by connecting with your heart.
Remember who you truly are beyond the labels, rules, and conditions.
Cultivate the courage to live life unapologetically and in your full expression.
Feel a deep sense of peace that allows you to accept & forgive those who hurt you.
It is one thing to think about your emotions, it's nice to speak them out loud. It's even better to shake it out or scream into a pillow. However, there is something about being held in your chaos and witnessed in your process that is unlike anything you can create on your own.
Workshop overview:
Introduction & Sharing Circle.
Understanding Trauma and how it is held in the body.
The emotional spectrum and how it works.
The Nervous System.
The 3-stages of initiation.
Sacred rage - A 3 step embodiment journey.
Grounding Meditation.
Fire Circle + Men's Council.
About your facilitator: Jacob O'Neill @thejacoboneill
Jacob is a Men's coach and mentor who has helped hundreds of men to live more fulfilling and meaningful lives through his coaching, workshops and retreats. As the founder of one of Australia's largest men’s retreats “The Gathering of Men”, He is devoted to serving the resurgence of healthy masculine culture in Australia. He is passionate about helping men connect to their hearts, their intuition, and their inner power. He believes all men are here to live freely love deeply & serve humbly.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 8:45am - 9:00am. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 9:15am. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Centre of You is located upon Chapel Street and while you may get lucky with an untimed spot, particularly on a Sunday (try High Street) predominantly 1 and 2 hour parking is available. So you can fully settle into the practice, we suggest you avoid the need to move your car or risk a fine and park at one of the paid parking options. CARe multilevel carpark (8-14 King Street Prahran), a 140-metre walk from COY will cost $16.00 to cover the timings of this event. Alternatively, weekend early bird (in before 10am, out after 3pm) parking at CARe Park Prahran Square, 30-40 Izett St, Prahran (Coles/Safeway), a 500m walk from COY, will come in at a flat rate of $12.00.
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. We kindly ask that you respect our policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $222.00
What happens when we... - An exploration of Authentic Relating.
Ever wondered what happens when we create a space to experiment with how we relate to ourselves and others?
This event invites you to step out of your default modes of interaction, drop the masks, and explore authentic relating. Together, we'll play with communication and discovering new ways of being through experiential games.
What to Expect:
- A playful atmosphere to experiment with authentic connection.
- Activities that bring out hidden parts of yourself.
- Communicate differently, with exercises like using only two words to express yourself.
- Reflect on your experiences to deepen self-awareness and connection with self and others.
Why Join?
If you’re ready to play, connect, and explore what it means to be truly present with yourself and others, this is for you. You’ll discover new insights, build meaningful connections, and surprise yourself with what emerges.
About your facilitator: Matthew - @matthews.labs
Matthew has had an interest in self and relational exploration. Curious about how play can be harnessed to find more integrity he has used the experiences of overcoming his struggles as fuel to be in service to others. In the mid 2010s he became a certified massage therapist and yoga teacher. Over the past few years he has deepened and embodied a more expressive relationship with himself and others through exploring workshops and trainings such as Ecstatic Dance, Authentic Relating, ISTA, Breathwork, Process work and the Human Forest, a consensual touch group experience.
His struggle with social anxiety has been deeply supported by Authentic Relating more than he ever could have imagined. Matthew values creating and holding spaces that are kind, clear, expressive, and exploratory. He brings his own unique flavour of play and exploration to his facilitation. He loves holding spaces where people feel safe enough to show up as the beautifully messy humans that we all are. He believes strongly in meeting everyone at their level and that finding coherence as a group involves everyone’s input.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $35.00 early bird, $45.00 general exchange.
O'gasmic Cacao Ecstatic Dance. A Tantalizing Journey of Liberation & Bliss.
You're invited to indulge your senses upon this tantalizing dance journey of bliss.
Aligned with Neo-Tantric practices like somatic shaking and ecstatic dance, O’gasmic Cacao Dance includes the energy of eros, the releasing of the mind and celebration of our pure being.
While s.xual energy is welcome in this space it is welcome to run vertically - meaning you are experiencing your pleasure individually for YOU - you are not horizontally putting your energy ONTO others. That way we can safely enjoy our own experience.
What exactly does this look like?
You are invited to allow the music to move your body in ways that evoke pleasure and connection to self. This can look like exploring varying movement paces. i.e. moving sensually and slowly then passionately and erratically. This can look like incorporating sounding into your dance as different emotions and feelings meet you. This can look like removing items of clothing - all humans are welcome in this dance to experiment with the removal and addition of clothing (lower underwear remains on).
While your facilitator, Chloe Adriana does run events where shared s.xual energy is welcome, O’gasmic Cacao Dance is not that event. If your own s.exual energy ignites within this dance journey, be present with it, move with it, explore it. This event is an inner-experience... no-one will know what your dance entails unless you choose to share about it later.
O'gasmic Cacao Dance is for all genders, it is LGBTQI+ - BIPOC friendly.
What to expect:
O'gasmic Cacao Dance begins as a circle of humans who share a warm, nurturing cup of cacao together while naming what's alive for them (commonly valid trepidation, uncertainty, curiosity, excitement) before setting personal intentions. A live guest ecstatic dance DJ then guides a free-movement dance set inviting consistent, embodied, exploratory connection with self before optionally sharing personal inner experiences back in community circle to close.
Testimonials:
"That was liberating beyond words. The container you created for me to unleash, let go and just be with myself was amazing. The energy in the room, the music, the guidance, the permission... incredible."
"Thank-you for holding/hosting this space to enable everyone to fully express themself, particularly witnessing and experiencing a space where women can be topless among men and feel respected and not sexualised. To also witness different body types in a non-sexual context."
O'gasmic Cacao Dance is a MOVEMENT!
There are no photos taken or permitted to be taken at this event.
About your facilitator: Chloe Adriana @queenchloeadriana
Chloe (she / her) - The Pussy Queen, is a Radical Radiance Coach and Captivating facilitator. She works across the globe to empower, liberate and awaken vulva-bodied people into their full radiance. After experiencing the bliss of a O'gasmic Cacao Dance event in Nicaragua, she knew with her whole being that she needed to bring this experience to Australia.
Chloe loves working with vulva-bodied people who know there is something more within them that is ready to be unlocked. She believes that Radiance is interpretable, but that one thing is for sure, we were all born with it, and we can all find our way back when it seems lost.
Your journey will be guided by a guest Ecstatic Dance DJ - To Be Announced.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal and an eye mask is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You:
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $35.00 early bird, $45.00 general exchange.
Kindred Singles (20s - 40s) - A Speed Dating Event for Conscious Relating.
Are you willing and open for a conscious relationship?
A conscious relationship is one in which both partners feel committed to a sense of purpose, and that purpose is growth. Individual growth. Shared growth as a couple. Collective growth that makes the world a better place.
AND do you ALSO love laughing, playing, meeting kindred people, or having conversations that delve deeper than “How's the weather?”.
Maybe you've also been wondering where on earth you can actually meet epic humans that aren’t posting their best blue steel on online dating apps?
Well it's here kindred friends! It’s speed dating with real life kindred folk who are open to conscious relationship AND deep and meaningful, AND also playful, human connection!
INTENTION and FLOW
While you might meet the love of your life, we don’t want you too fixated on the outcome!
Soooooo…. Cast the intention to meet who it is you are desiring to meet and then…
**LET IT GO and LET FLOW!**
You can now relax into the opportunity for an evening of soulful, nourishing connection meeting some incredible people who are on a similar journey to you.
Let’s play some games, meet some humans, see where the night takes us!
Know that regardless of the outcome of this event, the structured games, the agreements, the sweetness of the outline of the evening will aim to ensure that this is an enjoyable evening for all.
WHO
This is a heterosexually focused event. We plan to have even numbers of men and women and you will be paired to connect with every person of the opposite gender.
(Please note we are running two separate events differentiated by age brackets)
THIS LISTING is for the age bracket of 20's - 40's!
DETAILS of the EVENING
6:15pm onwards - Arrival with Tea
6:30pm - Opening with Agreements
PAIRINGS: You will play a structured game with each person of the opposite gender.
Games will be in alignment with cultivating conscious relating. They will be simple yet meaningful, and include things like answering prompted questions, sentence stems, structured curiosity games, drawing games, and Authentic Relating exercises.
There will be breaks to prevent date fatigue :)
10pm Informal social connection at the end with tea provided. You may choose to skip this part if you'd rather head home upon event close.
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TESTIMONIALS
“I’ve never felt so open and safe and held before. The room and the energy was so divine... there was an equalness between us all. It was phenomenal. I came away from this experience with so much more than I thought.”
“I had such a beautiful time. It was so healing and so hope-evoking just to experience that kind of connection and interact with conscious men. It was reaffirming that my standards for intimate connection are not too high after all and that gentle, present, receptive masculinity is out there (I'd only seen it on Instagram 😂).”
“Omg!! What an epic evening. Thank you so much!!”
“So much fun!! I feel invigorated!”
“Super edgy for me, but the facilitators made it really comfortable to be there. I enjoyed the structured games to get to know people on a deeper level.”
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PLEASE NOTE: we understand the sensitivity and vulnerability of attending an event like this. We endeavour to make everyone feel as comfortable as possible and to create an atmosphere where you feel safe and encouraged to express yourself as who you really are.
While the intention of this event is to create opportunities for romantic connection, all connection starts as two humans meeting each other for the first time and finding common ground. We suggest you see this event as an opportunity to connect to the common ground of all people participating rather than only the ones you feel an “attraction” to. This creates more safety for all those involved and also enables YOU to have a really enjoyable experience with all your pairings!
Please contact us if you are unsure about anything about this event or would like more details. We would be really happy to talk to you.
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HOW TO BOOK!
++ Men - pledge your commitment quickly. There are literally women waiting to meet you! ++
Women’s tickets are being released as each man says YES. Women, we suggest you pop your name on the waitlist now so we can easefully release a spot to you.
A note about the waitlist... the waitlist is super essential to this event as there are almost always changes and we call names off of it, even on the day. Trust that if you're meant to be here, an opportunity for you to join will arise. Cupid is clever like that.
Please note there are no refunds for this event. When you book in we ask that you follow through with attending. We of course understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur but PLEASE let us know with as much notice as possible if you won't be joining us. Equal numbers are essential for this event and last minute cancellations are really challenging for us. *No transfers on your ticket. No tranfers to future events.* We ask that you please respect our policy.
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Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing, light movement and sitting upon the floor with ease. Chairs are available. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded.
Arrival: Doors open at 6:15pm, for a 6.30pm start. Endeavour to arrive at 6:15pm to allow time to visit the bathroom and settle in. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: Please note there are no refunds for this event. When you book in we ask that you follow through with attending. We of course understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur but PLEASE let us know with as much notice as possible if you won't be joining us. Equal numbers are essential for this event and last minute cancellations are really challenging for us. *No transfers on your ticket. No tranfers to future events.* We ask that you please respect our policy.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
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** If this event resonates for you or someone you know, please be an agent of love and spread the word.**
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YOUR CUPID
Grace Elizabeth is the visionary at the helm of Centre of You (www.centreofyou.com.au), a multi-modal centre for inner exploration in Chapel St, Prahran. Centre of You is a place for the purposeful facilitation of self-understanding, personal-discovery, integration, play, learning, unlearning, relearning, movement, release, restoration... a place to be and become among kindred community.
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QUESTIONS AND CONTACT
Any questions, please contact event facilitator Grace (Centre of You): grace@centreofyou.com.au or IG DM @centreofyou_chapelst
I can't wait to see you there!
Grace xx
Tickets: $65.00
What happens when we... - An exploration of Authentic Relating.
Ever wondered what happens when we create a space to experiment with how we relate to ourselves and others?
This event invites you to step out of your default modes of interaction, drop the masks, and explore authentic relating. Together, we'll play with communication and discovering new ways of being through experiential games.
What to Expect:
- A playful atmosphere to experiment with authentic connection.
- Activities that bring out hidden parts of yourself.
- Communicate differently, with exercises like using only two words to express yourself.
- Reflect on your experiences to deepen self-awareness and connection with self and others.
Why Join?
If you’re ready to play, connect, and explore what it means to be truly present with yourself and others, this is for you. You’ll discover new insights, build meaningful connections, and surprise yourself with what emerges.
About your facilitator: Matthew - @matthews.labs
Matthew has had an interest in self and relational exploration. Curious about how play can be harnessed to find more integrity he has used the experiences of overcoming his struggles as fuel to be in service to others. In the mid 2010s he became a certified massage therapist and yoga teacher. Over the past few years he has deepened and embodied a more expressive relationship with himself and others through exploring workshops and trainings such as Ecstatic Dance, Authentic Relating, ISTA, Breathwork, Process work and the Human Forest, a consensual touch group experience.
His struggle with social anxiety has been deeply supported by Authentic Relating more than he ever could have imagined. Matthew values creating and holding spaces that are kind, clear, expressive, and exploratory. He brings his own unique flavour of play and exploration to his facilitation. He loves holding spaces where people feel safe enough to show up as the beautifully messy humans that we all are. He believes strongly in meeting everyone at their level and that finding coherence as a group involves everyone’s input.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $35.00 early bird, $45.00 general exchange.
Kindred Singles (20s - 40s) - A Speed Dating Event for Conscious Relating.
Are you willing and open for a conscious relationship?
A conscious relationship is one in which both partners feel committed to a sense of purpose, and that purpose is growth. Individual growth. Shared growth as a couple. Collective growth that makes the world a better place.
AND do you ALSO love laughing, playing, meeting kindred people, or having conversations that delve deeper than “How's the weather?”.
Maybe you've also been wondering where on earth you can actually meet epic humans that aren’t posting their best blue steel on online dating apps?
Well it's here kindred friends! It’s speed dating with real life kindred folk who are open to conscious relationship AND deep and meaningful, AND also playful, human connection!
INTENTION and FLOW
While you might meet the love of your life, we don’t want you too fixated on the outcome!
Soooooo…. Cast the intention to meet who it is you are desiring to meet and then…
**LET IT GO and LET FLOW!**
You can now relax into the opportunity for an evening of soulful, nourishing connection meeting some incredible people who are on a similar journey to you.
Let’s play some games, meet some humans, see where the night takes us!
Know that regardless of the outcome of this event, the structured games, the agreements, the sweetness of the outline of the evening will aim to ensure that this is an enjoyable evening for all.
WHO
This is a heterosexually focused event. We plan to have even numbers of men and women and you will be paired to connect with every person of the opposite gender.
(Please note we are running two separate events differentiated by age brackets)
THIS LISTING is for the age bracket of 20's - 40's!
DETAILS of the EVENING
6:15pm onwards - Arrival with Tea
6:30pm - Opening with Agreements
PAIRINGS: You will play a structured game with each person of the opposite gender.
Games will be in alignment with cultivating conscious relating. They will be simple yet meaningful, and include things like answering prompted questions, sentence stems, structured curiosity games, drawing games, and Authentic Relating exercises.
There will be breaks to prevent date fatigue :)
10pm Informal social connection at the end with tea provided. You may choose to skip this part if you'd rather head home upon event close.
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TESTIMONIALS
“I’ve never felt so open and safe and held before. The room and the energy was so divine... there was an equalness between us all. It was phenomenal. I came away from this experience with so much more than I thought.”
“I had such a beautiful time. It was so healing and so hope-evoking just to experience that kind of connection and interact with conscious men. It was reaffirming that my standards for intimate connection are not too high after all and that gentle, present, receptive masculinity is out there (I'd only seen it on Instagram 😂).”
“Omg!! What an epic evening. Thank you so much!!”
“So much fun!! I feel invigorated!”
“Super edgy for me, but the facilitators made it really comfortable to be there. I enjoyed the structured games to get to know people on a deeper level.”
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PLEASE NOTE: we understand the sensitivity and vulnerability of attending an event like this. We endeavour to make everyone feel as comfortable as possible and to create an atmosphere where you feel safe and encouraged to express yourself as who you really are.
While the intention of this event is to create opportunities for romantic connection, all connection starts as two humans meeting each other for the first time and finding common ground. We suggest you see this event as an opportunity to connect to the common ground of all people participating rather than only the ones you feel an “attraction” to. This creates more safety for all those involved and also enables YOU to have a really enjoyable experience with all your pairings!
Please contact us if you are unsure about anything about this event or would like more details. We would be really happy to talk to you.
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HOW TO BOOK!
++ Men - pledge your commitment quickly. There are literally women waiting to meet you! ++
Women’s tickets are being released as each man says YES. Women, we suggest you pop your name on the waitlist now so we can easefully release a spot to you.
A note about the waitlist... the waitlist is super essential to this event as there are almost always changes and we call names off of it, even on the day. Trust that if you're meant to be here, an opportunity for you to join will arise. Cupid is clever like that.
Please note there are no refunds for this event. When you book in we ask that you follow through with attending. We of course understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur but PLEASE let us know with as much notice as possible if you won't be joining us. Equal numbers are essential for this event and last minute cancellations are really challenging for us. *No transfers on your ticket. No tranfers to future events.* We ask that you please respect our policy.
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Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing, light movement and sitting upon the floor with ease. Chairs are available. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded.
Arrival: Doors open at 6:15pm, for a 6.30pm start. Endeavour to arrive at 6:15pm to allow time to visit the bathroom and settle in. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: Please note there are no refunds for this event. When you book in we ask that you follow through with attending. We of course understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur but PLEASE let us know with as much notice as possible if you won't be joining us. Equal numbers are essential for this event and last minute cancellations are really challenging for us. *No transfers on your ticket. No tranfers to future events.* We ask that you please respect our policy.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
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** If this event resonates for you or someone you know, please be an agent of love and spread the word.**
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YOUR CUPID
Grace Elizabeth is the visionary at the helm of Centre of You (www.centreofyou.com.au), a multi-modal centre for inner exploration in Chapel St, Prahran. Centre of You is a place for the purposeful facilitation of self-understanding, personal-discovery, integration, play, learning, unlearning, relearning, movement, release, restoration... a place to be and become among kindred community.
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QUESTIONS AND CONTACT
Any questions, please contact event facilitator Grace (Centre of You): grace@centreofyou.com.au or IG DM @centreofyou_chapelst
I can't wait to see you there!
Grace xx
Tickets: $65.00
9D Breathwork - A Transformative Journey of Healing Through Breath & Sound.
9D Breathwork is an innovative and transformative practice that combines advanced breathwork techniques with a multi-sensory sound experience. Utilizing conscious connected breathing, participants enter a heightened state of awareness, allowing them to connect deeply with their inner selves and facilitate profound healing and transformation. This experience is enhanced by the integration of binaural beats, isochronic tones, solfeggio frequencies, and bioacoustic sound effects, all designed to support your journey into deeper states of consciousness.
Through this immersive approach, participants are invited to explore their subconscious mind, awaken their inner healer, and release emotional blockages. The specially curated soundscapes create an environment that promotes relaxation, emotional release, and personal insight, enabling profound shifts in perspective and energy.
This 9D Breathwork Journey theme:
Transcending Fear
This journey focuses on identifying and transforming the fears that hold you back from fully experiencing life. Through deep breathing and the supportive sound environment, participants may confront their fears in a safe and nurturing space. By transcending these limitations, you can cultivate courage, confidence, and a sense of empowerment, opening the door to new possibilities and personal growth.
What to Expect:
During each 9D Breathwork session, you can anticipate a dynamic and enriching experience that combines active breathing, guided visualization, and immersive soundscapes. Participants are encouraged to engage with their feelings, express themselves authentically, and embrace the transformative power of the breath. Expect to uncover deeper insights, heal emotional wounds, and tap into your inherent wisdom.
Possible experiences during your inward journey may include:
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Connecting with your inner child and rediscovering joy and creativity
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Engaging in a dialogue with your fears, leading to personal empowerment
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Experiencing a sense of lightness and freedom as you let go of limiting beliefs
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Receiving intuitive insights or messages from your higher self or spirit guides
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Experiencing physical sensations of release as energy and emotions flow through you
Important Information:
9D Breathwork is a powerful practice that may evoke intense emotions and physical sensations. Participants are encouraged to embrace the experience fully, trusting in their ability to navigate whatever arises. You are always in control of your journey, and you can adjust your breathing pattern to manage the intensity of the experience.
Contraindications:
While 9D Breathwork can be transformative, it may not be suitable for everyone. If you have a history of seizure disorders, cardiovascular issues, or severe mental health challenges, please consult with a healthcare professional before participating. This workshop is not recommended for individuals under the age of 16 or pregnant women without prior discussion.
Trigger Warning:
The nature of this practice encourages authentic expression, which may manifest as vocalizations, movement, or emotional release. Participants are invited to honor their own process while respecting the journeys of others. If you feel overwhelmed or triggered, you can signal for support. For those seeking a gentler approach, private sessions are available.
Join us in this transformative series of 9D Breathwork journeys, where you will have the opportunity to explore, heal, and grow in a supportive and nurturing environment. Experience the power of breath and sound in facilitating personal transformation and reconnecting with your true self.
About you facilitator - Lee @ajourneytosacred
Lee is a passionate and dedicated Breathwork Facilitator, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the transformative practice of 9D Breathwork. As a Certified 9D Facilitator, Certified Wim Hof Instructor, and an International Breathwork Foundation Member, Lee combines various modalities to create a safe and nurturing space for participants to explore their inner landscapes. His qualifications as a Reiki Master, NLP Life Coach, Trauma-Informed Coach, Sound Healer, and Human Forest & Men’s Circle Facilitator further enrich his approach, allowing him to connect deeply with individuals on their unique healing journeys.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Something to cover your eyes, if you wish to do so (eg. eye mask, scarf). A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:45pm - 7:00pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 7:15pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $60.00 early bird, $70.00 general exchange.
Shake It Off - Your Weekly Dose of Physical & Emotional Fitness.
A unique combination of emotional processing, free flow dance and somatic exercises, this event is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release stuck emotions and cultivate a sense of relaxation.
Emotion = energy in motion. Yet, as a society, we have grown accustomed to suppressing our emotions. Because of this, our emotions remain stuck and stagnant within the body, waiting to be liberated through movement, awareness and presence.
Shake it off gives us an opportunity to safely release stress and stored emotions through movement and emotional processing techniques (that we share with you on the evening). It allows us to reconnect with ourselves through our body. All while building our emotional and physical fitness.
Event Inclusions:
Emotional processing techniques: We start the evening by going through some of our favourite tools and techniques for experiencing and releasing our emotions.
Dance and movement: Moving has never been so fun, a DJ set invites us to dance, and tune into the way that our body desires to move. No dance experience required for this free-flow session.
Somatic exercises: Ending the evening with deep relaxation, be guided through some gentle, rhythmic exercises that are scientifically designed to regulate your nervous system.
Dance, release and express at this somatic event designed to help you drop out of your head and into your body, de-stress, and regulate your nervous system. Leave feeling lighter, freer and ready to go out and live your best life.
About your host:
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
A Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and mindset tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant.
Having seen the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression from personal experience, Shahna now guides people home to their most empowered themselves, through the body.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $25.00 early bird, $30.00 full bird.
9D Breathwork - A Transformative Journey of Healing Through Breath & Sound.
9D Breathwork is an innovative and transformative practice that combines advanced breathwork techniques with a multi-sensory sound experience. Utilizing conscious connected breathing, participants enter a heightened state of awareness, allowing them to connect deeply with their inner selves and facilitate profound healing and transformation. This experience is enhanced by the integration of binaural beats, isochronic tones, solfeggio frequencies, and bioacoustic sound effects, all designed to support your journey into deeper states of consciousness.
Through this immersive approach, participants are invited to explore their subconscious mind, awaken their inner healer, and release emotional blockages. The specially curated soundscapes create an environment that promotes relaxation, emotional release, and personal insight, enabling profound shifts in perspective and energy.
This 9D Breathwork Journey theme:
Reconnecting with Your Inner Child
In this session, participants will embark on a journey to reconnect with their inner child, inviting feelings of joy, playfulness, and wonder back into their lives. By accessing memories and emotions associated with childhood, you can heal past wounds, reclaim lost aspects of yourself, and foster a sense of innocence and creativity. This experience is designed to nurture self-compassion and acceptance, allowing you to embrace your authentic self.
What to Expect:
During each 9D Breathwork session, you can anticipate a dynamic and enriching experience that combines active breathing, guided visualization, and immersive soundscapes. Participants are encouraged to engage with their feelings, express themselves authentically, and embrace the transformative power of the breath. Expect to uncover deeper insights, heal emotional wounds, and tap into your inherent wisdom.
Possible experiences during your inward journey may include:
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Connecting with your inner child and rediscovering joy and creativity
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Engaging in a dialogue with your fears, leading to personal empowerment
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Experiencing a sense of lightness and freedom as you let go of limiting beliefs
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Receiving intuitive insights or messages from your higher self or spirit guides
✨ Accessing memories from your past and reframing them with compassion Experiencing physical sensations of release as energy and emotions flow through you
Important Information:
9D Breathwork is a powerful practice that may evoke intense emotions and physical sensations. Participants are encouraged to embrace the experience fully, trusting in their ability to navigate whatever arises. You are always in control of your journey, and you can adjust your breathing pattern to manage the intensity of the experience.
Contraindications:
While 9D Breathwork can be transformative, it may not be suitable for everyone. If you have a history of seizure disorders, cardiovascular issues, or severe mental health challenges, please consult with a healthcare professional before participating. This workshop is not recommended for individuals under the age of 16 or pregnant women without prior discussion.
Trigger Warning:
The nature of this practice encourages authentic expression, which may manifest as vocalizations, movement, or emotional release. Participants are invited to honor their own process while respecting the journeys of others. If you feel overwhelmed or triggered, you can signal for support. For those seeking a gentler approach, private sessions are available.
Join us in this transformative series of 9D Breathwork journeys, where you will have the opportunity to explore, heal, and grow in a supportive and nurturing environment. Experience the power of breath and sound in facilitating personal transformation and reconnecting with your true self.
About you facilitator - Lee @ajourneytosacred
Lee is a passionate and dedicated Breathwork Facilitator, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the transformative practice of 9D Breathwork. As a Certified 9D Facilitator, Certified Wim Hof Instructor, and an International Breathwork Foundation Member, Lee combines various modalities to create a safe and nurturing space for participants to explore their inner landscapes. His qualifications as a Reiki Master, NLP Life Coach, Trauma-Informed Coach, Sound Healer, and Human Forest & Men’s Circle Facilitator further enrich his approach, allowing him to connect deeply with individuals on their unique healing journeys.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Something to cover your eyes, if you wish to do so (eg. eye mask, scarf). A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:45pm - 7:00pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 7:15pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $60.00 early bird, $70.00 general exchange.
Shake It Off - Your Weekly Dose of Physical & Emotional Fitness.
A unique combination of emotional processing, free flow dance and somatic exercises, this event is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release stuck emotions and cultivate a sense of relaxation.
Emotion = energy in motion. Yet, as a society, we have grown accustomed to suppressing our emotions. Because of this, our emotions remain stuck and stagnant within the body, waiting to be liberated through movement, awareness and presence.
Shake it off gives us an opportunity to safely release stress and stored emotions through movement and emotional processing techniques (that we share with you on the evening). It allows us to reconnect with ourselves through our body. All while building our emotional and physical fitness.
Event Inclusions:
Emotional processing techniques: We start the evening by going through some of our favourite tools and techniques for experiencing and releasing our emotions.
Dance and movement: Moving has never been so fun, a DJ set invites us to dance, and tune into the way that our body desires to move. No dance experience required for this free-flow session.
Somatic exercises: Ending the evening with deep relaxation, be guided through some gentle, rhythmic exercises that are scientifically designed to regulate your nervous system.
Dance, release and express at this somatic event designed to help you drop out of your head and into your body, de-stress, and regulate your nervous system. Leave feeling lighter, freer and ready to go out and live your best life.
About your host:
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
A Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and mindset tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant.
Having seen the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression from personal experience, Shahna now guides people home to their most empowered themselves, through the body.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $25.00 early bird, $30.00 full bird.
New Year's Day Manifestation Workshop - Cacao, Vision Board, Dreaming BIG.
Eagerly step into 2025 with an expansive day of ritual and creation in this intentionally carved-out space for envisioning. Set yourself up for success by defining and declaring that 2025 is the year that you leap boldly and courageously into living a heart-led life by design and Let Your Dream Life Appear.
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Our dreams are immeasurably powerful and have not dropped into our awareness by accident. They have done so seeking to be claimed and realised.
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About the experience:
Each and every new year offers us the opportunity of recalibration, reset and realignment. Prioritising time and space for presence with your desires early in any new year cycle is a demonstrative act of self-love.
Cacao ceremony, activating meditation, drumming & future-self journaling practice:
Before defining and declaring our dream life, we first listen to its uninhibited calling from our innermost essence. Cacao is a heart-opening medicine and acts as an aid in amplifying the whispers of our heart.
We will delve inwards to check-in with the path we're currently traversing. Are we travelling in the passenger seat, governed by external drivers or are we navigating life in alignment with our truest authenticity? We will explore our inner landscape with compassion and have revealed to us whether we continue as we are or whether we need to reclaim the wheel of our becoming and recalibrate, realign and readjust. Knowledge is power!
We will connect in with our future-self through a journalling practice where we intentionally make ourselves available as a vessel to receive through us words, ideas, guidance, messages and inspiration. The objective here being to reveal what life looks and feels like when lived on our terms and in our highest alignment so we can take conscious and willing action steps towards its realisation.
“But inspiration is still sitting there right beside me, and it is trying. Inspiration is trying to send me messages in every form it can—through dreams, through portents, through clues, through coincidences, through déjà vu, through kismet, through surprising waves of attraction and reaction, through the chills that run up my arms, through the hair that stands up on the back of my neck, through the pleasure of something new and surprising, through stubborn ideas that keep me awake all night long . . . whatever works. Inspiration is always trying to work with me.”
- Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear
Alchemising in our vision board:
We will create. Slowly. Intentionally. Introspectively. There is no rush. Our vision board will take shape and become a take-home tangible representation of our envisioning ritual to be placed somewhere frequently visible. The imagery alchemised upon it will aid in accessing through our sense of sight, a cue to anchor us into experiencing the feeling tone of what we are calling in prior to its actual manifestation.
Speaking our vision into existence:
We will share. We will speak our vision, hear it through the sense of sound, be witnessed in the spelling out of it as we send it as our order to the universe. We will demonstrate to the universe our commitment and availability to receive our dream life by defining inspired action steps we will take in moving us towards it with universal support.
"It's your work to dream it and let it happen." - Abraham Hicks
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What to bring:
All crafternoon materials will be provided: A3 brown kraft card, magazines, books, glue, sharpies, stickers, tape, scissors.
You may wish to bring specific magazines, images, photos or elements for inclusion upon your board from home or gathered elsewhere.
About your facilitator:
Grace Elizabeth is the lion-hearted visionary, founder, director and leader of Centre of You, her greatest intentional manifestation and legacy in the making. Centre of You is a multi-modality centre for inner-exploration, self-understanding and empowerment amongst kindred community. Modalities and events on offer include shamanic breathwork, sound healings, kirtan and cacao ceremonies, ecstatic dance, workshops, immersions, circles and conscious speed dating. Grace has a particular passion in empowering hearts to reclaim and ignite their intrinsic co-creational power as mistress/master of their own destiny.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: P lease make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 1:45pm - 2:00pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 2:15pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. As this event is running on a public holiday some Chapel St spots (those with a day of the week detailed upon it) become untimed. We recommend jumping into Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You which will be unmetered for NYD.
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $65.00 general exchange and $120.00 Me + a Mate (discounted tix).
New Year's Eve Kirtan & Cacao Ceremony Celebration w Sun Hyland.
AN ALTERNATE WAY TO SPEND NEW YEAR'S EVE DOWN CHAPS!
Ceremonial space meets celebratory chanting & integrative community hangouts over mantra-infused supper!
This evening is centred around INTENTION, CELEBRATION and boldly, courageously stepping into 2025 in heart-led alignment with life deliberately created.
>> FIRST UP... Cacao Ceremony:
We will anchor in, ground and connect with the nurturing aid of cacao via a heart-centred intention setting ceremony brimming with intent facilitated by Grace Elizabeth.
>> AND THEN... WE CHANT:
With ceremonial cacao now nestled within your being, be led by Sun Hyland into experiencing the blissful, rejuvenating power of the yogic practice of Kirtan: mantra and music. Kirtan, or call and response devotional chanting, is a meditative practice to move you into the heart space. Connect to your breath, give the mind a break and immerse yourself in soul-nourishing, uplifting, high vibrational sound.
Sun’s uplifting vocal melodies and beautiful musicianship create the ideal soundscape for this simple, magical, joyous practice.
It is our intrinsic birth right to gather in community and sing. No experience needed. Come as you are - all welcome.
>> ANNNNNDDD THEN... MANTRA-INFUSED SUPPER!
At this point you may wish to take yourself off to onward NYE plans (which may just be to take yourself home) or stay a while and marinate in the connective bliss of kindred community over supper prepared by Sun.
About your musicians:
Sun Hyland - @sun_hyland
Sun is a Kirtanist, songwriter & music teacher based in Australia. His heartfelt devotion to yogic practice combined with many years of experience sharing and teaching music makes him the ideal person to guide you on your kirtan journey. For the last 15 years Sun has been leading soulful and uplifting musical mantra & meditation sessions at festivals and yoga centres around Australia & beyond.
*Supporting musicians to be announced.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 7:15pm - 7:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 7:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $65.00 (supporter tier), $55.00 (sustainer tier), $45.00 (community tier, reduced rate) and $25.00 (ages 15 and below).
COY is FOUR! A Merry Birthday Lovebubble Celebration in Sweet Community.
Dance, play, connect, celebrate, express and be merry in kindred community on summer solstice in celebration of Centre of You turning FOUR.
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Sweet Centre of You (COY) is turning FOUR.
A MILESTONE AND MIRACLE
This gathering is in service to:
Celebration
Community
Connections new & existing
.... to the opportunity to experience LIFE
It's a night to PARTY. To have FUN.
We will take photos and laugh and be boisterous and talk with friends new and old. We'll dance barefoot on the ecstatic dancefloor curated and weaved by DJ Nectar (Madhu Honey). We'll throw biodegradable glitter around so it remains smooshed and seen in the carpet for a long time to come. We'll throw our arms up in sheer joy under falling confetti and celebrate life lived alongside one another thanks to COY's existence.
What to wear...
You do you boo. And also.... COY loves sparkles. And socks. And shades of golden browns. And COY loves to dress up once in a while. COY mama Grace is going to be DRESSING UP from the COY norm being socks, slides and slothwear and invites you to dress up too.
It's a night to REMEMBER. To reminisce. As a village.
We will hear about the COY journey so far. We'll sing to COY in CELEBRATION and APPRECIATION of COY's resilience and SHEER SURVIVAL after a year of two near deaths. We will share our dreams and visions for COY and wish COY's sweet spirit well, setting intentions for its THRIVING continued becoming.
It's a night to be SNAP HAPPY.
There will be many photos and videos taken throughout the night. COY understands that this is not to everyone's liking and generally COY is very accommodating to such boundaries / preferences. This night for COY however is akin to a birthday, a wedding, a momentous celebration - moments freely captured will be encouraged.
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Upload any personal photos you love that have been taken at COY into this shared community photo folder. Ensure that you only drop pics / videos in that you are comfortable and consenting of being seen within the event and online. DROP PICTURES IN HERE.
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The meaningful date on which we gather - Saturday 21 December
How synchronistic that COY's merry birthday lovebubble celebration lands upon the summer solstice. This gathering heralds the start of a fresh new chapter in COY's life. A chapter of greater reciprocity, celebration, abundance and realisation of it's infinite potential.
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IF YOU FEEL TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE UNFOLDING OF THIS EVENT FINANCIALLY, EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICALLY, SPIRITUALLY, BE IN CONTACT WITH COY-MAMA GRACE - i.e. offers of acoustic live music, a speech or gift of some sort presented to COY, audio-visual installation support (incl. light production), financial support for branded merchandise, event photography/videography, live sound recording capture of a community song, etc.
**COY has a dedicated team of legendary support SQUADDIES so no on-site support offers are required** BUT if you are a HANDYPERSON and could support with on-day / day-before installations be in contact.
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About the ticket tiers:
This gathering is centred around reciprocity for COY's contribution to community. The ticket tiers follow a 'pay what you feel / donation' model. All funds graciously received will be allocated to COY's growing needs. There is an opportunity to donate to COY's continued evolution even if you are unable to tangibly make it to the party.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with during speeches. While we invite you to dress up, it is recommended to wear clothes comfortable enough to sit/lay upon the floor with ease, and of course dance throughout the night.
Centre of You is not a licensed venue: We will be CELEBRATING LIFE on this Saturday night down Chaps alcohol-free by getting high off our own supply. BYO Kombucha or other refreshing drinks if you like.
Children of COY: Children of COY community including babies in arms are most welcome. It will be loud however during the dance set towards the later part of the evening.
Arrival: Please arrive during the window of 7:00pm - 7:30pm. This event is due to finish at 11pm, however you are welcome to leave at any time during the event. This event will not be facilitated, however there will be components that invite whole group attention such as speeches and certain performances so we ask that you avoid leaving during those times.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
If you can no longer make it: Please communicate this to Grace out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram so your place in the room can be opened up to somebody else.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: Reserve your spot via a donation in support of COY’s future.
Shamanic Breathwork Journey: AIR - Elemental Cycle Five-Part Series.
About this experience:
Shamanic Breathwork is a dynamic, somatic, feeling-focused modality of transformation. A conscious-connected circular breathing technique is drawn upon which aids in dissolving the Ego's masks and defenses to make way for a natural, altered state of consciousness akin to a dreamlike state. Facilitating access to the subconscious mind serves to awaken the inner-healer within, or inner-shaman - the part of your 'self' that with compassionate, curious witnessing, attention and care can move towards integrating any content illuminated for the next stage of your personal evolution. Specifically curated chakra-attunded music supports this sensory experience.
The AIR shamanic consciousness cycle:
The final element of AIR, we embrace spaciousness, allowing us to take a deep breath and integrate all the elements we have traversed through. In this moment, everything begins to align, and we start to embody the changes we have long sought. This cycle is marked by gratitude, vision, clarity, bringing a profound sense of freedom from limitations. We gain a clearer perspective on the bigger picture of life, leading to feelings of celebration, peace, and enthusiasm.
However, challenges may arise, such as aloofness and disconnection from the heart of humanity, as one may become overly intellectual and detached. As you transition into this new reality, it is important to allow yourself time to adjust and integrate these changes.
You are in the completion stage of an orbit—a time of rebirth and celebration, reflecting a greater understanding of life and a new layer of yourself. As the journey of life is constantly orbiting and moving through the elements, you will use the wisdom you have cultivated to prepare you for the next spiral of change.
A note about this series:
This is a 5-part series journeying through each elemental shamanic consciousness cycle. You may attend in full via the relevant ticket tier within the WATER listing (non-refundable), or attend intermittently for greater flexibility. While this listing pertains only to the AIR elemental cycle, full dates for those in consideration of attending other cycles in the series are:
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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1 - WATER
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14 - EARTH
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 27 - FIRE
THURSDAY DECEMBER 12 - SPIRIT
THURSDAY DECEMBER 19 - AIR - THIS LISTING
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What to expect:
This is an active session of feeling, movement and authentic expression where you may receive powerful insights and wisdom, tap into your essence where your truth resides and connect deeply with yourself. This process can uncover long-held energetic and/or behavioural patterns of limitation offering greater self-understanding and self-healing.
All that's asked of you is to commit to the process, surrender to the experience and breathe until you're surprised!
Possible experiences from your inward journey can include:
Traveling time and space (past or future timelines)
Journeying with beings from non-ordinary realms (spirit guides, ancestors, future children)
Shapeshifting into a spirit-animal
Visiting memories from experiences lived
Rendezvousing with your future-self
Receiving messages from higher realms of consciousness
From a physical perspective, you may experience a release of stagnant, stuck or repressed energy and/or emotion. This may unfurl peacefully or dynamically via movement and catharsis.
True healing is found through one's embodied and integrated direct experience and for this reason, an integrative artwork process and opportunity to share is weaved into the container.
Important: Shamanic Breathwork requires a commitment to a cyclical breathing pattern and has the potential to bring about intense feelings which may result in strong physical and/or emotional release. This practice involves the voluntary hyper-oxygenation of your bloodstream, paving the way for reaching an altered state of consciousness where you may experience possibilities that are not grounded in this reality - you can control the intensity of the experience by adjusting your breathing pattern. You are always in control.
Contraindications (considerations for your safety): If you have Epilepsy, cardiovascular or blood pressure issues you may wish to consider carefully if joining a dynamic breathwork process is appropriate for you. This workshop is not suitable for people under the age of 16. This type of breathwork is not recommended for pregnant women, although if you are pregnant and wish to join, please alert us and you will be offered a more gentle breathing pattern. If you are living with a mental health condition or challenges, please check-in with your current capacity to join. Should you be currently experiencing active episodes of psychosis, please do not join at this time. You are always most welcome to initiate a conversation to discuss your particular needs via grace@centreofyou.com.au. It's best that you attend on a relatively empty stomach and eat a grounding meal following the practice.
Trigger/activation warning: This practice encourages the authentic and uninhibited expression of all that arises in real-time. This could appear as screaming, crying, laughter or other forms of vocal sounding. You may hear participants around you. This modality invites you to remain centred within your own process and interpret other people's authentic expressions as their journey without attaching to it. If you feel triggered in response to another’s experience or if you require any attention 1-on-1, you can simply put your hand up for support. If you feel being in such an environment could place you outside of your window-of-tolerance, then a private session with either El or Grace may be more suited to your needs at this time.
About your facilitator - Grace @centreofyou_chapelst
Grace Elizabeth, Centre of You Founder & Director, geeks out on modalities and processes that turns conscious awareness inwards. She believes that only good comes of knowing oneself intimately and is in admiration of anyone that dives deeply within with willingness and commitment.
Grace met Shamanic Breathwork in 2018 in Ubud, Bali upon her personal self-discovery quest where the power of the process took her by surprise. She deeply resonates with the ceremonial, elemental and mystical interweavings of Shamanic Breathwork and finds meaning in guiding others to explore what these realms can offer them. Each Shamanic Breathwork journey lives on within Grace as an embodied memory, memories that continue to provide her with insight. As such, Grace believes the integrative component of any journey within holds greater weight than the journey itself. She therefore places relevant focus in her guidership upon translating the cosmic nature of altered consciousness journeying into embodied memory.
About your facilitator - El @_eluminate
El has traversed through numerous adversities from childhood through her teenage years. Without any education or awareness of how traumatic events impact emotional wellbeing and everyday life, she went on to University to study Outdoor Education and eventually achieved a managerial position in Outdoor Education, where she reached a pivotal moment necessitating change.
Whilst she was making an impact working with students and teachers, her experiences included emotional outbursts, uncontrollable anger and frustration in stressful situations, alongside avoidance tendencies and numbing emotions with substances. Despite career success, she felt unfulfilled and sensed a deeper calling in life. Facing nervous breakdowns, panic attacks and toxic relationships, El embarked on a healing journey that led her to discover the transformative power of breathwork and somatic therapy.
Now, El is dedicated to creating healing spaces using somatic approaches—breath, movement, sound, and touch. She offers compassionate, intuitive guidance through a blend of these elements, along with emotions and meditation tools, to release physical blockages, regulate the nervous system and connect people back into the wisdom of the body to foster holistic wellbeing.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc). Bring an eyemask.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. We kindly ask that you respect our policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $75.00 - early bird, $85.00 - general exchange.
Shake It Off - Your Weekly Dose of Physical & Emotional Fitness.
A unique combination of emotional processing, free flow dance and somatic exercises, this event is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release stuck emotions and cultivate a sense of relaxation.
Emotion = energy in motion. Yet, as a society, we have grown accustomed to suppressing our emotions. Because of this, our emotions remain stuck and stagnant within the body, waiting to be liberated through movement, awareness and presence.
Shake it off gives us an opportunity to safely release stress and stored emotions through movement and emotional processing techniques (that we share with you on the evening). It allows us to reconnect with ourselves through our body. All while building our emotional and physical fitness.
Event Inclusions:
Emotional processing techniques: We start the evening by going through some of our favourite tools and techniques for experiencing and releasing our emotions.
Dance and movement: Moving has never been so fun, a DJ set invites us to dance, and tune into the way that our body desires to move. No dance experience required for this free-flow session.
Somatic exercises: Ending the evening with deep relaxation, be guided through some gentle, rhythmic exercises that are scientifically designed to regulate your nervous system.
Dance, release and express at this somatic event designed to help you drop out of your head and into your body, de-stress, and regulate your nervous system. Leave feeling lighter, freer and ready to go out and live your best life.
About your host:
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
A Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and mindset tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant.
Having seen the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression from personal experience, Shahna now guides people home to their most empowered themselves, through the body.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $25.00 early bird, $30.00 full bird.
Sound Spheres - Guided Meditation, Binaural Beats & Somatic Sensing.
Come join Sound Spheres, a collaboration between Ben Last (Temple Step) and Madhu Honey, for a unique and immersive event that will take you on an inner pilgrimage of sound and self-discovery. Incorporating Sound Healing, Guided Meditation, and Somatic Sensing. Expect this experience to be a beautifully woven journey through the elements and beyond.
What to expect:
With the use of Binaural Beats sound technology, including Brain Waves, Theta, and Alpha frequencies, you will be guided into a deep and relaxing flow state. Ben Last will work his sonic wizardry using Ableton Live, Effects, and Midi controller keyboards to create a multi-layered sound bed that infuses a cinematic soundtrack with elemental soundscape. Each element - Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Ether - will be correlated to chakra-tuned root notes, facilitating deep integration, transformation, and renewal within you.
Madhu Honey will add her multilayered voice, guiding you through with meditation and percussion, adding another layer to this rich and immersive experience. Together, Ben Last and Madhu Honey will create a synergistic fusion of sound and energy that will leave you feeling rejuvenated, refreshed, and deeply connected to yourself and the world around you.
Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a sensory journey unlike any other. Join Sound Spheres as they create a space for you to explore the depths of sound and consciousness, and emerge with a renewed sense of self and inner harmony. Come prepared to embark on an inner pilgrimage of sound and embark on a transformative experience that will leave you feeling uplifted, centered, and inspired.
-= Evening Flow =-
6.00pm - Arrive to a complimentary tea and settle in.
6:30pm - Sound Spheres Experience.
7.45pm - Integration, closure & tea.
* Alternatively you may want to slip away home in introspection.
About your facilitators:
Ben Temple Step - @temple.step.project
Combining 25 years experience in Sound healing, Music production, Live performance, a Diploma in Psyco/ Spiritual Healing, and musicianship. Temple Step has offered solo and collaborative sound healing experiences within many workshops, festivals, and retreats, across the globe over a few decades now, including Beloved Festival (USA), Sonic Bloom (USA), Unify (USA), Rainbow Serpent (AUS), Earth Frequency (AUS), Woodford(AUS), Byron Bay Spirit Festival (AUS), Earthdance (AUS) and many more.
Temple Step has also released tracks through Desert Trax, Gravitas and High Vibe Records, and is the co-founder of Motiv Music.
Madhu Honey - @madhu_honey_artist
Combines over 20 years experience in the performance and healing arts field.
Embodying the roles of Ceremonialist, Workshop Facilitator, Artistic Director, Creative Embodied therapist, and Vocalist. Madhu's Studies have seen her through the modalities of Dance Therapy, Contemporary Dance, Physical Theatre, Butoh, Body Weather, BMC, Yoga Counselling/Coaching, Energy Healing, Body~Work and Vocal Embodiment.
Her diverse experiences have included being a part of Dance Theatre Productions, Corporate gigs, Arts Festivals, Workshops, Retreats, Ceremonies & Dance /Theatre companies. Madhu brings a colourful presence of the sacred through her passions, prayers and performance, delivering an alchemy of inspired depths, heart felt wisdom and a touch of liberation every time. Ultimately guiding you home to the heart of your essence.
Together Ben & Madhu create a deeply transformational and rejuvenating Sound Immersive Experience.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Chairs are available. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: P lease make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 5:45pm - 6:00pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:15pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $55.00
HEAL: Alchemising Trauma Through Deep Forgiveness Work.
Could forgiveness work be the key to unlocking the next layer on your healing journey?
Forgiveness work is a crucial step in supporting the healing process. Firstly, we know that a trauma is a stored memory telling us we’re unsafe. We have a web of these memories constantly firing in an attempt to protect us. Unresolved traumas, have us become guarded and closed off to love and life.
True forgiveness signals we’ve moved past this trauma...
True forgiveness means the person who hurt us, no longer activates us…
The problem is that most people haven’t reached this point…
Most people prematurely forgive and cause more harm than good.
Think about a scared child being encouraged to say sorry to the person who hurt them. They won’t feel more safe, they will feel LESS SAFE! Forgiveness can liberate us into deep trust of ourselves and of life. But it has to be navigated thoroughly and it has to be guided gently. This is why we’ll be journeying for several hours through a uniquely curated process of healing:
What to expect:
• Advanced education
• Interactive, connection-based, healing activities
• Emotional and somatic processing activities
• Guided healing processes
• Heart-opening cacao ceremony
• Sound healing
If you are feeling aligned to deepen your healing journey, grab a ticket and your facilitators will be honoured to support you to embrace forgiveness and crack open your precious heart that little bit more!
About the HEAL Event Series:
HEAL is a monthly experience, where we deep dive into different themes and give you tools to navigate your healing journey.
This journey may be for you if:
• You’ve been on this healing journey for a while now
• You are fully committed to deeply alchemising your trauma
• You’ve tried a bunch of different modalities to support yourself to grow (breathwork, therapy, somatics, meditation, maybe even plant medicine)
But, there’s STILL resistance between you and the life and love you desire.
Trauma involves such a complex web of wounding that is completely unique to our own backgrounds and stories. The intention in creating this event series is to teach the more specific and detailed aspects of the healing journey. Thoroughly exploring topics like; the father-wound, money trauma, shame, co-dependent patterns etc.
Complementary to each month’s unique learning deep dive, a safe, nourishing and transformational space for integrated healing will be created.
About you facilitators
Ryan Magic - @theryanmagic
Ryan is an international speaker that specialises on the topics of courage, purpose and fulfilment. Through difficult childhood circumstances, Ryan grew up extremely shy and battled severe anxiety and depression in his teens. After discovering PD at age 16, he learnt to leverage courage to build a multi-million dollar business in his early 20's. After growing too fast from a place of deep insecurity, Ryan experienced a huge business breakdown that involved large employee-theft and business debt. After rapidly turning the business around, Ryan chose to abruptly shut the business down to go on a deep spiritual journey.
After 5 years of deep healing, meditation and therapy, Ryan became a meditation teacher, breathwork facilitator and founded several healing modalities of his own. Ryan now lives his life dedicated to supporting people to unlock their purpose, power and fulfilment using his proprietary methodology called; 'The COR Method'. The COR Method is a unique way of integrating the spiritual, emotional and practical aspects of the growth industry to support people to live their best life.
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
Shahna is an Alchemist, passionate about helping you transform your mess into your magic, pain into power and wounds into wisdom. With a special interest in somatics, nervous system regulation and mindset, Shahna combines extensive knowledge and experience in the healing, personal development and health space to help you become your most empowered self.
Shanah and Ryan's individual backgrounds have seen them explore a wide range of different modalities and they will be utilising the full range of their experiences in each month’s agenda. They will be curating a specific flow of activities to take you as deeply as possible, always blending the logical, emotional, energetic, somatic, connective and spiritual layers of healing.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Something to cover your eyes, if you wish to do so (eg. eye mask, scarf). A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 7:45am - 8:00am. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 8:15am. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Centre of You is located upon Chapel Street and while you may get lucky with an untimed spot, (try High Street) predominantly 1 and 2 hour parking is available (unmetered from 5pm). So you can fully settle into the practice, we suggest you avoid the need to move your car or risk a fine and park at the CARe multilevel carpark (8-14 King Street Prahran), a 140-metre walk from COY. 4+ hours (max daily) parking will be charged at $16.00.
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $66.00 early bird, $77.00 general exchange.
What happens when we... - An exploration of Authentic Relating.
Ever wondered what happens when we create a space to experiment with how we relate to ourselves and others?
This event invites you to step out of your default modes of interaction, drop the masks, and explore authentic relating. Together, we'll play with communication and discovering new ways of being through experiential games.
What to Expect:
- A playful atmosphere to experiment with authentic connection.
- Activities that bring out hidden parts of yourself.
- Communicate differently, with exercises like using only two words to express yourself.
- Reflect on your experiences to deepen self-awareness and connection with self and others.
Why Join?
If you’re ready to play, connect, and explore what it means to be truly present with yourself and others, this is for you. You’ll discover new insights, build meaningful connections, and surprise yourself with what emerges.
About your facilitator: Matthew - @matthews.labs
Matthew has had an interest in self and relational exploration. Curious about how play can be harnessed to find more integrity he has used the experiences of overcoming his struggles as fuel to be in service to others. In the mid 2010s he became a certified massage therapist and yoga teacher. Over the past few years he has deepened and embodied a more expressive relationship with himself and others through exploring workshops and trainings such as Ecstatic Dance, Authentic Relating, ISTA, Breathwork, Process work and the Human Forest, a consensual touch group experience.
His struggle with social anxiety has been deeply supported by Authentic Relating more than he ever could have imagined. Matthew values creating and holding spaces that are kind, clear, expressive, and exploratory. He brings his own unique flavour of play and exploration to his facilitation. He loves holding spaces where people feel safe enough to show up as the beautifully messy humans that we all are. He believes strongly in meeting everyone at their level and that finding coherence as a group involves everyone’s input.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $35.00 early bird, $45.00 general exchange.
Kindred Singles (20s-40s) Festive Edition - A Speed Dating Event for Conscious Relating.
Are you willing and open for a conscious relationship?
A conscious relationship is one in which both partners feel committed to a sense of purpose, and that purpose is growth. Individual growth. Shared growth as a couple. Collective growth that makes the world a better place.
AND do you ALSO love laughing, playing, meeting kindred people, or having conversations that delve deeper than “How's the weather?”.
Maybe you've also been wondering where on earth you can actually meet epic humans that aren’t posting their best blue steel on online dating apps?
Well it's here kindred friends! It’s speed dating with real life kindred folk who are open to conscious relationship AND deep and meaningful, AND also playful, human connection!
INTENTION and FLOW
While you might meet the love of your life, we don’t want you too fixated on the outcome!
Soooooo…. Cast the intention to meet who it is you are desiring to meet and then…
**LET IT GO and LET FLOW!**
You can now relax into the opportunity for an evening of soulful, nourishing connection meeting some incredible people who are on a similar journey to you.
Let’s play some games, meet some humans, see where the night takes us!
Know that regardless of the outcome of this event, the structured games, the agreements, the sweetness of the outline of the evening will aim to ensure that this is an enjoyable evening for all.
WHO
This is a heterosexually focused event. We plan to have even numbers of men and women and you will be paired to connect with every person of the opposite gender.
(Please note we are running two separate events differentiated by age brackets)
THIS LISTING is for the age bracket of 20's - 40's!
DETAILS of the EVENING
6:15pm onwards - Arrival with Tea
6:30pm - Opening with Agreements
PAIRINGS: You will play a structured game with each person of the opposite gender.
Games will be in alignment with cultivating conscious relating. They will be simple yet meaningful, and include things like answering prompted questions, sentence stems, structured curiosity games, drawing games, and Authentic Relating exercises.
There will be breaks to prevent date fatigue :)
10pm Informal social connection at the end with tea provided. You may choose to skip this part if you'd rather head home upon event close.
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TESTIMONIALS
“I’ve never felt so open and safe and held before. The room and the energy was so divine... there was an equalness between us all. It was phenomenal. I came away from this experience with so much more than I thought.”
“I had such a beautiful time. It was so healing and so hope-evoking just to experience that kind of connection and interact with conscious men. It was reaffirming that my standards for intimate connection are not too high after all and that gentle, present, receptive masculinity is out there (I'd only seen it on Instagram 😂).”
“Omg!! What an epic evening. Thank you so much!!”
“So much fun!! I feel invigorated!”
“Super edgy for me, but the facilitators made it really comfortable to be there. I enjoyed the structured games to get to know people on a deeper level.”
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PLEASE NOTE: we understand the sensitivity and vulnerability of attending an event like this. We endeavour to make everyone feel as comfortable as possible and to create an atmosphere where you feel safe and encouraged to express yourself as who you really are.
While the intention of this event is to create opportunities for romantic connection, all connection starts as two humans meeting each other for the first time and finding common ground. We suggest you see this event as an opportunity to connect to the common ground of all people participating rather than only the ones you feel an “attraction” to. This creates more safety for all those involved and also enables YOU to have a really enjoyable experience with all your pairings!
Please contact us if you are unsure about anything about this event or would like more details. We would be really happy to talk to you.
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HOW TO BOOK!
++ Men - pledge your commitment quickly. There are literally women waiting to meet you! ++
Women’s tickets are being released as each man says YES. Women, we suggest you pop your name on the waitlist now so we can easefully release a spot to you.
A note about the waitlist... the waitlist is super essential to this event as there are almost always changes and we call names off of it, even on the day. Trust that if you're meant to be here, an opportunity for you to join will arise. Cupid is clever like that.
Please note there are no refunds for this event. When you book in we ask that you follow through with attending. We of course understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur but PLEASE let us know with as much notice as possible if you won't be joining us. Equal numbers are essential for this event and last minute cancellations are really challenging for us. *No transfers on your ticket. No tranfers to future events.* We ask that you please respect our policy.
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Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing, light movement and sitting upon the floor with ease. Chairs are available. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded.
Arrival: Doors open at 6:15pm, for a 6.30pm start. Endeavour to arrive at 6:15pm to allow time to visit the bathroom and settle in. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: Please note there are no refunds for this event. When you book in we ask that you follow through with attending. We of course understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur but PLEASE let us know with as much notice as possible if you won't be joining us. Equal numbers are essential for this event and last minute cancellations are really challenging for us. *No transfers on your ticket. No tranfers to future events.* We ask that you please respect our policy.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
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** If this event resonates for you or someone you know, please be an agent of love and spread the word.**
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YOUR CUPID
Grace Elizabeth is the visionary at the helm of Centre of You (www.centreofyou.com.au), a multi-modal centre for inner exploration in Chapel St, Prahran. Centre of You is a place for the purposeful facilitation of self-understanding, personal-discovery, integration, play, learning, unlearning, relearning, movement, release, restoration... a place to be and become among kindred community.
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QUESTIONS AND CONTACT
Any questions, please contact event facilitator Grace (Centre of You): grace@centreofyou.com.au or IG DM @centreofyou_chapelst
I can't wait to see you there!
Grace xx
Shamanic Breathwork Journey: SPIRIT - Elemental Cycle Five-Part Series.
About this experience:
Shamanic Breathwork is a dynamic, somatic, feeling-focused modality of transformation. A conscious-connected circular breathing technique is drawn upon which aids in dissolving the Ego's masks and defenses to make way for a natural, altered state of consciousness akin to a dreamlike state. Facilitating access to the subconscious mind serves to awaken the inner-healer within, or inner-shaman - the part of your 'self' that with compassionate, curious witnessing, attention and care can move towards integrating any content illuminated for the next stage of your personal evolution. Specifically curated chakra-attunded music supports this sensory experience.
The SPIRIT shamanic consciousness cycle:
The elemental consciousness cycle we will explore is SPIRIT, which emerges after the fire cycle, characterised by an intense drive to push forward. Upon entering the SPIRIT cycle, we engage in a process of letting go and surrendering the struggle. Here, we embrace virtues of trust and faith, transcending the ego’s controlling tendencies. We open ourselves to a higher consciousness, allowing it to support us in ways we cannot achieve alone.
This cycle invites us to surrender completely, without attachment to self-determined outcomes. The egoic shadow within this cycle manifests as feelings of humiliation and deflation—essentially, the fear of giving up. However, the essence of the SPIRIT cycle lies in allowing ourselves to be energetically supported. Surrender is an active process; it requires will and intention. Thus, the SPIRIT cycle calls for the courageous act of letting go and trusting in divine orchestration, believing that everything will unfold as it should, leading us back to inner peace.
Within the SPIRIT cycle, we prepare for what once seemed insurmountable, paving the way for a new reality where we can draw upon the energetic imprint of the next cycle: air.
A note about this series:
This is a 5-part series journeying through each elemental shamanic consciousness cycle. You may attend in full via the relevant ticket tier within the WATER listing (non-refundable), or attend intermittently for greater flexibility. While this listing pertains only to the SPIRIT elemental cycle, full dates for those in consideration of attending other cycles in the series are:
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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1 - WATER
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14 - EARTH
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 27 - FIRE
THURSDAY DECEMBER 12 - SPIRIT - THIS LISTING
THURSDAY DECEMBER 19 - AIR
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What to expect:
This is an active session of feeling, movement and authentic expression where you may receive powerful insights and wisdom, tap into your essence where your truth resides and connect deeply with yourself. This process can uncover long-held energetic and/or behavioural patterns of limitation offering greater self-understanding and self-healing.
All that's asked of you is to commit to the process, surrender to the experience and breathe until you're surprised!
Possible experiences from your inward journey can include:
Traveling time and space (past or future timelines)
Journeying with beings from non-ordinary realms (spirit guides, ancestors, future children)
Shapeshifting into a spirit-animal
Visiting memories from experiences lived
Rendezvousing with your future-self
Receiving messages from higher realms of consciousness
From a physical perspective, you may experience a release of stagnant, stuck or repressed energy and/or emotion. This may unfurl peacefully or dynamically via movement and catharsis.
True healing is found through one's embodied and integrated direct experience and for this reason, an integrative artwork process and opportunity to share is weaved into the container.
Important: Shamanic Breathwork requires a commitment to a cyclical breathing pattern and has the potential to bring about intense feelings which may result in strong physical and/or emotional release. This practice involves the voluntary hyper-oxygenation of your bloodstream, paving the way for reaching an altered state of consciousness where you may experience possibilities that are not grounded in this reality - you can control the intensity of the experience by adjusting your breathing pattern. You are always in control.
Contraindications (considerations for your safety): If you have Epilepsy, cardiovascular or blood pressure issues you may wish to consider carefully if joining a dynamic breathwork process is appropriate for you. This workshop is not suitable for people under the age of 16. This type of breathwork is not recommended for pregnant women, although if you are pregnant and wish to join, please alert us and you will be offered a more gentle breathing pattern. If you are living with a mental health condition or challenges, please check-in with your current capacity to join. Should you be currently experiencing active episodes of psychosis, please do not join at this time. You are always most welcome to initiate a conversation to discuss your particular needs via grace@centreofyou.com.au. It's best that you attend on a relatively empty stomach and eat a grounding meal following the practice.
Trigger/activation warning: This practice encourages the authentic and uninhibited expression of all that arises in real-time. This could appear as screaming, crying, laughter or other forms of vocal sounding. You may hear participants around you. This modality invites you to remain centred within your own process and interpret other people's authentic expressions as their journey without attaching to it. If you feel triggered in response to another’s experience or if you require any attention 1-on-1, you can simply put your hand up for support. If you feel being in such an environment could place you outside of your window-of-tolerance, then a private session with either El or Grace may be more suited to your needs at this time.
About your facilitator - Grace @centreofyou_chapelst
Grace Elizabeth, Centre of You Founder & Director, geeks out on modalities and processes that turns conscious awareness inwards. She believes that only good comes of knowing oneself intimately and is in admiration of anyone that dives deeply within with willingness and commitment.
Grace met Shamanic Breathwork in 2018 in Ubud, Bali upon her personal self-discovery quest where the power of the process took her by surprise. She deeply resonates with the ceremonial, elemental and mystical interweavings of Shamanic Breathwork and finds meaning in guiding others to explore what these realms can offer them. Each Shamanic Breathwork journey lives on within Grace as an embodied memory, memories that continue to provide her with insight. As such, Grace believes the integrative component of any journey within holds greater weight than the journey itself. She therefore places relevant focus in her guidership upon translating the cosmic nature of altered consciousness journeying into embodied memory.
About your facilitator - El @_eluminate
El has traversed through numerous adversities from childhood through her teenage years. Without any education or awareness of how traumatic events impact emotional wellbeing and everyday life, she went on to University to study Outdoor Education and eventually achieved a managerial position in Outdoor Education, where she reached a pivotal moment necessitating change.
Whilst she was making an impact working with students and teachers, her experiences included emotional outbursts, uncontrollable anger and frustration in stressful situations, alongside avoidance tendencies and numbing emotions with substances. Despite career success, she felt unfulfilled and sensed a deeper calling in life. Facing nervous breakdowns, panic attacks and toxic relationships, El embarked on a healing journey that led her to discover the transformative power of breathwork and somatic therapy.
Now, El is dedicated to creating healing spaces using somatic approaches—breath, movement, sound, and touch. She offers compassionate, intuitive guidance through a blend of these elements, along with emotions and meditation tools, to release physical blockages, regulate the nervous system and connect people back into the wisdom of the body to foster holistic wellbeing.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc). Bring an eyemask.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. We kindly ask that you respect our policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $75.00 - early bird, $85.00 - general exchange.
Shake It Off - Your Weekly Dose of Physical & Emotional Fitness.
A unique combination of emotional processing, free flow dance and somatic exercises, this event is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release stuck emotions and cultivate a sense of relaxation.
Emotion = energy in motion. Yet, as a society, we have grown accustomed to suppressing our emotions. Because of this, our emotions remain stuck and stagnant within the body, waiting to be liberated through movement, awareness and presence.
Shake it off gives us an opportunity to safely release stress and stored emotions through movement and emotional processing techniques (that we share with you on the evening). It allows us to reconnect with ourselves through our body. All while building our emotional and physical fitness.
Event Inclusions:
Emotional processing techniques: We start the evening by going through some of our favourite tools and techniques for experiencing and releasing our emotions.
Dance and movement: Moving has never been so fun, a DJ set invites us to dance, and tune into the way that our body desires to move. No dance experience required for this free-flow session.
Somatic exercises: Ending the evening with deep relaxation, be guided through some gentle, rhythmic exercises that are scientifically designed to regulate your nervous system.
Dance, release and express at this somatic event designed to help you drop out of your head and into your body, de-stress, and regulate your nervous system. Leave feeling lighter, freer and ready to go out and live your best life.
About your host:
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
A Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and mindset tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant.
Having seen the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression from personal experience, Shahna now guides people home to their most empowered themselves, through the body.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $25.00 early bird, $30.00 full bird.
Kirtan Fest 2024 - A Whole Day of Mantra, Chanting, Community & Love.
KIRTAN FEELS GOOD!!
Join us for a blissful day filled with mantra chanting and community lovebubble vibes! Dive deep into the world of kirtan as we unite through devotional music, mindfulness and embodiment practices, storytelling and chanting.
It is our birthright to sing! Let's raise our voices together and co-create frequencies of peace and positivity that with the power of our intention we can transmit across the planet.
What to expect:
This will be an immersive day of all that is authentic for you from introspection through to connection.
Prepare yourself for an enriching day exchanged with kindred community.
Geek out on our legend contributors:
Heidi Trigar - @heiditrigar - www.heiditrigar.com
Sun Hyland - @sun_hyland - www.sunhyland.com
Katie Underwood - @katie_underwood_music - www.underwoodhealing.com
Ohad Rein - @bhaktiparty - www.bhaktiparty.com
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WHAT DO I BRING?
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with though feel free to bring any personal items that may afford you a sense of greater comfort and familiarity. Bring a water bottle and journal - there'll be plenty of opportunity to capture insights.
WHAT DO I WEAR?
You will be invited to sit/lay upon the floor so loose clothing that enables easeful, light movement and deep breathing will serve you most supportively.
CAN I SIT ON A CHAIR?
Of course! There are plenty of chairs available should you need or desire one.
WILL THERE BE ANY FESTIVAL STALLS?
There will be a sweet metaphysical stall offering curated adornments and spiritual practice aids. There too will be a selection of catered food on offer alongside delicious chai for sustenance and nourishment.
HOW DO I GET TO CENTRE OF YOU - TRAM
Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
HOW DO I GET TO CENTRE OF YOU - TRAIN
Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
DO I NEED TO ATTEND FOR THE WHOLE DAY?
You are recommended to attend for the whole day to immerse in the full experience on offer, yet like any festival, if you wish to attend components that is more than welcome.
HOW DO I FIND CENTRE OF YOU?
Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs. Nearest crossroad is High St/Chapel St.
IS THERE LIFT ACCESSIBILITY?
Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au.
WHAT ARE MY DRIVING PARKING OPTIONS?
You might get lucky and snag an all-day free spot (try High Street). So you can fully settle into the day, we suggest you avoid the need to move your car or risk a fine and park at the CARe multilevel carpark (8-14 King Street Prahran), a 140-metre walk from COY.
FINANCIAL ACCESSIBILITY
We aim to ensure our gatherings are inclusive and accessible while too upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out.
TICKETING T&Cs
We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. We ask that our policy is respected.
I CAN NO LONGER ATTEND - CAN I PAY MY TICKET FORWARD?
Absolutely! Random acts of kindness are a joy to give and receive. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
NOTICE OF VIDEOGRAPHY & PHOTOGRAPHY
Moments from Kirtan Fest will be captured for use in future marketing materials. If you purchase a ticket, please be aware that you may appear in this content. Your comfort is important to us, so if you have concerns or need to speak through accommodations, please reach out before booking.
CAN I PAY VIA DIRECT DEPOSIT TO AVOID BOOKING FEES?
Yes, if it would support you to reallocate booking fee costs elsewhere (to paid parking for example) reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au to arrange.
Tickets: 1st release $140.00, 2nd release $150.00 and final release $165.00.
Energy In Motion - An Ecstatic Dance & Cacao Journey.
Welcome to "Energy In Motion”, a transformational event where ecstatic dance, cacao and emotional release converge to create an unforgettable experience. This is more than an event; it's a journey of self-discovery and expression, offering a blend of personal growth, community connection, and joyous celebration.
Emotion is energy in motion and this event is designed to facilitate emotional processing with an undercurrent of bliss. It's about inner exploration and embodied expression, all wrapped up in a lively, party-like atmosphere. Personal development can be fun, and we're here to prove it.
UNLEASH: Celebrate and let loose
As 2024 comes to a close, let us take this opportunity to celebrate and integrate. To really feel what this year has meant for us, the lessons, the highlights, the challenges and everything in between, letting them land in our body so we can take what serves us into 2025 and leave behind what doesn’t.
Together we will move, feel and express our way to greater levels of embodiment, clarity and strength. Creating a clear and powerful vessel to call in whatever our heart desires in the new year.
Join us for a night to let loose and celebrate another year in all of its highs and lows. To feel into the gratitude for this human experience and celebrate the gift of being alive!
This event is an opportunity to dance AND an invitation to transform through movement, play, and the pleasure of being fully present in your body.
Experience Highlights:
Ecstatic Dance: A liberating space for self-expression. Shed your inhibitions and let the rhythm guide your movements. No previous dance experience is needed—just a heart open to the journey.
Cacao Ceremony: Connect with this heart-opening plant magic, historically revered as 'food of the Gods'. Our cacao ceremony helps deepen your emotional awareness and connection to yourself while fueling your desire to dance and connect.
Guided Embodiment Activities: Curated to each month’s theme, join us and our guest facilitators as we take you on a journey to embody and integrate deeper layers of yourself.
Community Guidelines:
- Be Present: No phones on the dance floor
- Be Clear: No intoxicants
- Be Embodied: No talking during the dance
- Be Respectful of Others: Consensual contact only
Join us at Energy In Motion for a transformative experience where you'll dance, connect, and evolve, surrounded by a community of kindred spirits.
Together, let's celebrate the full spectrum of the human experience, transforming through the beauty and power of dance, presence and communal energy.
About your hosts:
Co-Host: Patty McDonald (aka DJ Chakaruna) - @ pattymac.truth
Patty is passionate about helping people open their hearts and find bliss in the full spectrum of the human experience. Chakaruna means "Bridge Person" in the Quechua language - this journey is here to provide a bridge for you into new ways of connecting with your self, with each other and with the world around you.
An experienced leader and coach, he recently doubled down on music as an even purer vehicle to deliver transformation, and spent a few weeks in Guatemala dancing with and learning from some of the world's best organic music producers such as Mose, Scott Nice, ATYYA and Melbourne's own Temple Step Project. He also was humbled to learn about Cacao plant magic whilst in Guatemala and is honoured to be holding a space for Cacao and Ecstatic Dance to be shared with our community.
Co-Host: Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
It was love at first dance, when Shahna stepped onto an ecstatic dance dance-floor. She saw the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression, coming home to hear body and her self and feeling the liberation that comes from allowing the energy to move through her. Since that time, she has interwoven these lessons and practices into what she does personally, but also professionally.
Shahna has a special interest in empowering people. With her background in Nutrition, Shahna combines healthy habits, mindset support, embodiment practices and somatic healing tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant. Guiding to cultivate a deep sense of self love and self belief, so that they can make all of their dreams become a reality.
Guest DJ: Mickey Space - @mickey.space
"Salutations to the extraterrestrial architects who anointed Mickey Space as the harbinger of sonic wonder!” Emanating from the depths of interstellar realms, Mickey Space embodies the essence of celestial groove. Dubbed the Oceanic Jack Sparrow of beats, Mickey fearlessly thrives on adventure and embraces the unknown. With a daring spirit, he's propelled his eclectic career into the cosmos. From soulful rhythms to electronic enchantment, Mickey has serenaded the most discerning dance floors across the galaxy! While rooted in Melbourne, Mickey's odyssey began amidst the sun-kissed shores of a Thai island, launching his diverse musical journey over two decades ago! A stalwart of Australia's festival circuit, he's graced the stages of countless gatherings, leaving an indelible mark on a spectrum of dance cultures, from house to glitch and beyond. In recent years, Mickey's sonic explorations have intertwined with his spiritual pilgrimage, weaving elements of the sacred and shamanic into his sets, guiding dancers on mystical journeys of the soul.
Guest Facilitator: Victor Jay - @victorismyname
Victor Jay is a musical magician who can open hearts and co-creates intentional soundscapes with his audience. He facilitates journeys that hold the prayers of the people. Victor uses his looper with recordings from his band and plays along with cello, guitar, vocals and sometimes didgeridoo, with respect to the aboriginal custodians, to create transformational musical and performative experiences.
Things to note:
Ticket cost is $50.00 if purchasing at the door on the night of event.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal and an eye mask is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $36.00 early bird, $42.00 general exchange, $50.00 on the door.
Breathwork Journey Within - Release, Recharge & Rediscover Yourself.
Are you ready to explore what’s possible when you connect deeply with your breath?
Join us for Breathwork Journey Within, an enriching blend of conscious connected breathing and immersive sound designed to open a pathway to healing and transformation.
This event invites you to tap into your power to release, renew, and reconnect. Through conscious connected breathing, you will gently release stored tension and deep-seated emotional blockages, soothing your nervous system into a balanced state. Imagine approaching life with greater resilience, feeling grounded emotionally, physically, and mentally, while carrying more energy and joy into each day.
Throughout this journey, you may find yourself shedding old patterns and limiting beliefs that no longer serve you, breaking free from stories that hold you back. As you breathe, you’ll open the doors to deeper self-connection, feeling more in tune with your body, heart, and the world around you.
In this session, we’ll guide you through conscious connected breathing—a gentle, non-forceful practice that encourages you to listen to your breath and your body’s rhythm. This isn’t hyperventilation or pushing limits; rather, it’s a supportive space to relax and allow your breath to reveal and release what it needs. Your breath knows the way and when you surrender and trust the process, the breath will guide you toward profound transformation.
To enhance your experience, we’ll conclude the session with a soothing sound immersion. Let the calming vibrations of koshi chimes, shamanic drums, resonant tree bells, and crystal singing bowls envelop you, guiding you into a state of blissful relaxation.
You’ll also acquire practical tools that you can easily integrate into your daily life for lasting benefits. This workshop offers a supportive and nurturing environment to explore breath as a powerful tool for healing, self-discovery, and personal growth.
Whether you’re new to breathwork or have prior experience, this is a welcoming space for anyone ready to explore, release, and grow. All you need to bring is an open mind and a willingness to explore. Let’s breathe, reconnect, and unleash the potential that lies within you—join us on this exciting adventure!
Contraindications: If you experience any of the following: cardiovascular issues, high or abnormal blood pressure, bipolar, schizophrenia or psychosis, epilepsy, recent surgery or physical injury, glaucoma or retinal detachment, personal or family history of aneurisms, early or delicate pregnancy, please do speak with your facilitator prior to the event, to consider if this practice is right for you.
Persons with asthma should bring their inhaler and consult with their primary care physician prior to the session.
Please note this workshop is not suitable for people under the age of 16.
About your facilitator: Kasia - @inner_essence_breathwork
Kasia is the founder of Inner Essence Breathwork. With extensive training across Europe, Bali, and Australia, she holds Level 1, 2, & 3 certificates in Biodynamic Breathwork and Trauma Release System. Additionally, she's completed Dan Brule’s Breath Mastery Rebirthing breathwork practitioner training intensive. She has completed over 400 hours in person breathwork trainings led by some of the world-renowned mentors.
She approaches her healing work from a heart-centered place, and she feels incredibly passionate about guiding and supporting individuals on their unique paths to wellness. Having personally experienced the profound benefits of breathwork and witnessed its transformative impact on others, Kasia is driven to share its remarkable healing potential with the world.
Kasia facilitates groups and 1-1 sessions. For more information and offerings follow @inner_essence_breathwork on Instagram or go to https://www.facebook.com/inneressencebreathwork
Things to note:
Bring a water bottle and journal. An eye mask is recommended to help you surrender further into the practice. We recommend you wear comfortable, unrestrictive clothing as we will be sitting, moving and laying on the floor.
There are plenty of mats, bolsters, blankets and cushions to get cosy with though feel free to bring your own for a felt sense of additional familiarity and groundedness. We recommend not eating anything within at least 1.5 hours prior to session. It's best to avoid caffeine on the day. Think about an intention for your session, what is holding you back in life? Then be ready to let it go.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 10:45am - 11:00am. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 11:15am. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Centre of You is located upon Chapel Street and while you may get lucky with an untimed spot, (try High Street) predominantly 1 and 2 hour parking is available (unmetered from 5pm). So you can fully settle into the practice, we suggest you avoid the need to move your car or risk a fine and park at the CARe multilevel carpark (8-14 King Street Prahran), a 140-metre walk from COY. 2 - 3 Hours parking will be charged at $7.50.
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please join by donating what you can.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $65.00
Human Forest - Old Growth. A Regenerative Touch Experience.
Our end of year gift to the Human Forest Community
We are so excited to invite you to a special gathering for The Human Forest community, where we’ll explore the next level of connection, intimacy, and presence. This event is a beautiful opportunity for those who have journeyed with us in past events to deepen their experience and share the wisdom we've cultivated together.
To attend this event you must have attended at least three events by The Human Forest Project or The Human Forest Collective at COY or Moss studios (facilitated by Ali, Matthew, Shlomit, Patty or Jehan). If you have not attended three of these prior events, you will not be permitted to participate in this event.*
What to Expect
Where our standard forests are in part an introduction to new participants, this Forest honours the wisdom and experience of participants that have attended at least 3 of our Forests.
There will be far less talk, and far more touch! You will have more time in the Forest experience and in the connection exercises. We’re aiming at four 30 - 40min rounds of the forest.
* Names will be checked against our ticket lists for previous events to ensure that only experienced trees and critters are in attendance. If you haven’t attended at least 3 of our forests but you have attended more than 3 of Patrick and Anatolia’s forests and/or have lots of experience in workshops or modalities adjacent to Human Forests, please hold off on buying a ticket and email us directly to chat - thehumanforestcollective@gmail.com
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IMPORTANT:
In this event we focus on devotional, loving and non-sexually oriented touch. Note: there is no genitalia touch at this event and underwear remains on at all times.
There is no kissing or fluid exchange at any time.
Participants who know each other, especially those in romantic relationships, are asked to follow the same agreements, rules and etiquette of the space as others while the event is running (eg. no kissing your lover in the forest). This is to avoid confusion about what is and isn’t appropriate for everyone and maintain a strong container.
If you buy a ticket but haven’t attended at least 3 of our forests or received written approval from The Human Forest Collective, we will refund your ticket.
About your facilitators:
Matthew - @matthews.labs
Matthew has always had an interest in self and relational exploration. Curious about how play can be harnessed to find more integrity he has used the experiences of overcoming his struggles as fuel to be in service to others. In the mid 2010s he became a certified massage therapist and yoga teacher. Over the past few years he has deepened and embodied a more expressive relationship with himself and others through exploring workshops and trainings such as Ecstatic Dance, Authentic Relating, ISTA, Breathwork, Process work and The Human Forest. His struggle with social anxiety has been deeply supported by Authentic Relating and The Human Forest more than he ever could have imagined. Matthew values creating and holding spaces that are kind, clear, expressive, and exploratory. He brings his own unique flavour of play and exploration to his facilitation. He loves holding spaces where people feel safe enough to show up as the beautifully messy humans that we all are. He believes strongly in meeting everyone at their level and that finding coherence as a group involves everyone’s input.
Ali - @alicia.c.jade
With touch being her primary love language, Alicia (Ali) has been a long standing ‘Tree’ of the Human Forest events in Melbourne and experienced her first Human Forest at Burning man in 2017. Today, she is a facilitator of the Human Forest Experience, trained by the Human Forest Project. As a somatic trauma therapist, her innate wisdom, intuition and sensitivity are her guiding light. These gifts of awareness have been further refined through a dedicated spiritual practice of more than 10 years which included 5 years spent teaching yoga, and meditation, coordinating silent meditation retreats and various workshops at a well-respected yoga school in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Called to help and support others, Alicia has worked professionally in mental health with people from all walks of life. Academically, Ali has completed a Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology, Bachelor of Science Psychology/ Psychophysiology, Diploma of Mindfulness Therapy, and Triple Vagal Method practitioner certification. With all this experience, Ali holds loving, compassionate, and non-judgmental spaces and has a profound love for nature that she can’t wait to share with you.
Things to note:
Bring:
- Comfortable clothing
- Some nibbles and/or drinks to share with others at the end
- An open mind
- Any friends that might be interested! ;)
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:30pm - 6:45pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 7:00pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $45.00 early bird (up to 48 hours before the event), $60.00 general exchange.
Shake It Off - Your Weekly Dose of Physical & Emotional Fitness.
A unique combination of emotional processing, free flow dance and somatic exercises, this event is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release stuck emotions and cultivate a sense of relaxation.
Emotion = energy in motion. Yet, as a society, we have grown accustomed to suppressing our emotions. Because of this, our emotions remain stuck and stagnant within the body, waiting to be liberated through movement, awareness and presence.
Shake it off gives us an opportunity to safely release stress and stored emotions through movement and emotional processing techniques (that we share with you on the evening). It allows us to reconnect with ourselves through our body. All while building our emotional and physical fitness.
Event Inclusions:
Emotional processing techniques: We start the evening by going through some of our favourite tools and techniques for experiencing and releasing our emotions.
Dance and movement: Moving has never been so fun, a DJ set invites us to dance, and tune into the way that our body desires to move. No dance experience required for this free-flow session.
Somatic exercises: Ending the evening with deep relaxation, be guided through some gentle, rhythmic exercises that are scientifically designed to regulate your nervous system.
Dance, release and express at this somatic event designed to help you drop out of your head and into your body, de-stress, and regulate your nervous system. Leave feeling lighter, freer and ready to go out and live your best life.
About your host:
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
A Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and mindset tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant.
Having seen the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression from personal experience, Shahna now guides people home to their most empowered themselves, through the body.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $25.00 early bird, $30.00 full bird.
O'gasmic Cacao Ecstatic Dance - Royal Edition. A Tantalizing Journey of Liberation & Bliss.
You're invited to indulge your senses upon this tantalizing dance journey of bliss.
Aligned with Neo-Tantric practices like somatic shaking and ecstatic dance, O’gasmic Cacao Dance includes the energy of eros, the releasing of the mind and celebration of our pure being.
While s.xual energy is welcome in this space it is welcome to run vertically - meaning you are experiencing your pleasure individually for YOU - you are not horizontally putting your energy ONTO others. That way we can safely enjoy our own experience.
While your facilitator, Chloe Adriana does run events where shared s.xual energy is welcome, Or’gasmic Cacao Dance is not that event.
O'gasmic Cacao Dance is for all genders, it is LGBTQI+ - BIPOC friendly.
What to expect:
An offering of cacao will preceed an ecstatic dance DJ dance set. You're invited to embark on a sensorial adventure as you explore the dance floor, guided by the beats that sync with your cacao expanded heartbeat.
About your facilitator: Chloe Adriana @queenchloeadriana
Chloe (she / her) - The Pussy Queen, is a Radical Radiance Coach and Captivating facilitator. She works across the globe to empower, liberate and awaken vulva-bodied people into their full radiance. After experiencing the bliss of a O'gasmic Cacao Dance event in Nicaragua, she knew with her whole being that she needed to bring this experience to Australia.
Chloe loves working with vulva-bodied people who know there is something more within them that is ready to be unlocked. She believes that Radiance is interpretable, but that one thing is for sure, we were all born with it, and we can all find our way back when it seems lost.
Things to note:
Ticket cost is $45.00 if purchasing at the door on the night of event.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal and an eye mask is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $35.00 general exchange, $45.00 at the door tix.
Embodying the Queen Within - A Two-Day Urban Retreat of Royal Reclamation.
Activate your inner Queen and claim the full, glorious spectrum of your personal power.
It’s time to rise, reclaim, and embody your royal essence.
Our world has conditioned us to be Good Girls and silent Princesses, waiting to be saved. But Queens don’t wait. Queens rise. They claim. They activate. They create.
This two-day immersion is an invitation to unravel societal conditioning, release inherited beliefs that dim your power, and awaken the inner Queen (or royal being) that has been waiting to be crowned. The time is now to embody your confidence, magnetism, and sovereignty.
Embodying the Queen Within is for you if...
- You’re ready to deconstruct the layers of generational oppression and awaken your feminine or Yin power.
- You long to fall in love with your body, emotions, spirit, and self on a deep level.
- You crave abundance, magnetism, and pleasure and are tired of playing small.
- You want to step into your bigness and live life without apology.
- You’re ready to honour the dark emotions, heal sister wounds, and stand united with others in your journey.
- You desire clear boundaries, high standards, and a life governed by embodied self-love and sovereignty.
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This Immersion is NOT for you if...
You’re uncomfortable with expressed emotions or energetic processes in others.
You prefer to avoid deep transformational work
Naked expression makes you uncomfortable - you will never have to be naked but others may be
What You’ll Receive
During the two-day immersion, you will dive deep into processes and practices designed to reconnect you with your royalty, regality, and embodied magnetism.
Unlock Your Inner Crown
Discover and embody your personal flavour of royalty—whether bold, quiet, sensual or a combination. Activate your unique inner archetype of Queen / Royal Being.
Release Old Stories of Unworthiness
Break free from societal stories that told you to play small and plant seeds of worthiness and deservingness at a somatic level. Begin to experience your true worth in body, mind, and soul.
Heal Sister Wounds and Create New Connections
Engage in deep healing to release past hurts from women, sisters, or siblings. Find empowerment through supportive connection with others as you each put your own crown own with celebration NOT comparison.
Embodied Self-Love and Boundary-Setting
Learn practical tools for creating high standards and unshakable boundaries—not from fear, but from a place of self-love and sovereignty.
Somatic Practices to Anchor Your Power
Integrate the learnings through movement, bodywork, self-pleasure as self care and embodiment exercises. Unlock your pussy wisdom and learn how to channel it into everyday life.
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Snacks, tea, and treats provided. BYO lunch or explore nearby options.
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This is your chance to step into an intimate container of transformation, growth, and embodied empowerment. Are you ready to put on your crown?
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Your Inner Queen Awaits...
It’s time to stop waiting for permission and embody the Queen you were always meant to be. Will you answer the call?
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This immersive experience will leave you feeling magnetic, radiant, and unapologetically confident. Your inner royalty is ready to be unlocked—come claim your crown.
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Please avoid making any plans for the two evenings of this immersion as it is important to keep your energy contained throughout the process.
LIMITED SPOTS - as this is a LIVE immersion the event will be capped at 20 people to maintain the transformational experience and potency of an intimate container.
Bonus Experience: O’gasmic Cacao Dance - Queen Edition
As a guest of honour, you’ll have the opportunity to celebrate your rise in an ecstatic, embodied dance ceremony (included in your retreat ticket). Invite friends to witness you in your radiance as you dance your crown into being via this ticket link - O'gasmic Cacao Dance.
About your facilitator: Chloe Adriana @queenchloeadriana – Somatic Sexologist, Self-Love Coach, and Ceremonial Facilitator.
Chloe (she / her) - Known as The Pussy Queen, Chloe’s work weaves together Neo-Tantra, Taoism, somatic processing, Celtic wisdom, and modern psychology. Her journey from unworthiness to deep self-love has transformed her life—she now dates people who naturally worship her as a Queen, reflecting the inner radiance she embodies.
Chloe’s immersive workshops empower others to rewrite their inner narratives, step into their power, and claim their birth right to love, abundance, and sovereignty.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal and an eye mask is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 8:45am - 9:00am on both Saturday 30 Nov and Sunday 1 December.
Driving: Centre of You is located upon Chapel Street and while you may get lucky with an untimed spot, (try High Street) predominantly 1 and 2 hour parking is available (unmetered from 5pm). So you can fully settle into the practice, we suggest you avoid the need to move your car or risk a fine and park at the CARe multilevel carpark (8-14 King Street Prahran), a 140-metre walk from COY. 4+ hours (max daily) parking will be charged at $16.00. Alternatively, weekend early bird (in before 10am, out after 3pm) parking at CARe Park Prahran Square, 30-40 Izett St, Prahran (Coles/Safeway), a 500m walk from COY, will come in at a flat rate of $12.00.
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.Over
Tickets: $550.00 early bird, $650.00 general exchange.
Sacred Cacao + Blue Lotus Ceremony - Meditation, Sound & Energy Healing.
Come back to intuitive flow. Unlock the Ancient Healer within.
Sacred Cacao + Blue Lotus Ceremony.
The evening will commence with a mystical ceremony, calling in guidance from the Spirits of Cacao + Blue Lotus.
Blue Lotus is a sacred flower revered in Ancient Egypt for its euphoric, relaxation, visionary and lucid dreaming effects. You will attune to the Ancient Egyptian alchemy of sacred Blue Lotus medicine infused into deeply grounding Sacred Cacao, to awaken and access your own natural rhythms of healing, higher understanding and divination insight.
Simone will begin with a heart-opening Cacao Ceremony, honouring the land where we gather, our ancestors and the native land of Cacao Medicina. With Cacao in your body vessel, you will be guided with sound and spoken words before a sharing circle connects us on a deeper level.
Cacao is a potent plant medicine which opens the heart space and allows the unveiling of the heart’s shadows. Bliss, joy, love, peace, sadness or a deep sense of stillness may be experienced. Remember that any arising emotion is serving you perfectly, so the invitation is to allow yourself to surrender, and to feel fully without any judgements for your personal purpose of growth, healing and expansion into unconditional Love.
Channeled Meditation + Energy Healing Ritual
“Remember your unique gifts. Reclaim your divine birth right.”
You will be led by Jasmine into plant spirit attunement with Blue Lotus through channeled messages and vibrational oil anointing to welcome her mystical energy healing into your body.
She will guide you through live channeled transmission, allowing you to soothe and discharge your nervous system, cleanse and release blocked energy and nurture you back into intuitive ease, flow and deep restoration. You will begin your vision quest accessing the Akashic Records to reclaim your lost past-life gifts and powers, as the cosmic intuitive healer. You will be left here, where Jasmine will invite connection between you and your spirit guides called in to protect, inspire and communicate higher guidance to you. This will be an opportunity to gain insight on what has been holding you back from reclaiming full entitlement of your inner light.
Sound + Energy Healing
The group container will be charged with healing energy to help you release all of your self-sabotaging cycles and fears which are blocking you from releasing your true birth right to evolve, self-heal and transcend the pain from the past to become true + embodied wisdom.
Be lovingly held, physically, emotionally and energetically, through the vibrational healing frequencies of Crystal and Tibetan Singing Bowls, Shamanic Medicine Drums, Koshi Wind Chimes and other Earth grounding instruments to help you align with the Heart of Mother Earth and your Higher Self.
You will be invited to receive Universal Reiki frequencies and Blue Lotus healing touch. Vibrational mists and herbal incense + smokes may be also used during the journey.
About your facilitators:
SIMONE (he/his) | IG: elementalslovealoha | Facebook | Website
Simone upholds a special relationship with the Elements and Mother Earth. This relationship stems from many lifetimes of exploring rituals and undertaking sacred plant medicine ceremonies, following shamanic ancient traditions + the rites of passage and honoring his plants and human teachers.
He came into his body in the Northern Hemisphere of the planet, in a little town surrounded by mountains, rivers, forest and wildlife. Simone has been moving around since a young age looking for a place to call home, when he finally realised that this place is within him, in the heart centre, Anahata.
Simone is a space holder, ceremonialist and Reiki Master, who draws upon different tools in his offerings, in reverence of the lineage that he has been initiated in as: reiki energy healing, guided meditations, Kundalini kriyas, Pranayama activation, sound and sacred Cacao Ceremonies. The connection between Simone and Cacao medicina is profound, full of respect and reverent.
JASMINE (she/her) | IG: solflowerseeds | Facebook | Website
Jasmine is a Meditation Energetics + Vibrational Flower Medicine teacher for Sensitive Souls and Empaths. In her sacred Tea Ceremonies, Flower Essence Divination workshops, courses and private healings, she facilitates the ‘flowering’ of your consciousness for your soul’s unique dharma.
Seeing ‘Sensitivity as Divinity’, Jasmine works with you to reawaken the Energy Healer within and reclaim your intuitive wisdom and empathic power as a Sensitive. Her offerings empower you with your own set of Meditation Energetics practices and Vibrational herbal tools to live life in ceremonial embodiment and oneness with Spirit + Earth. In ceremony, Jasmine live-channels from the unseen, connecting the dots to facilitate vibrational shifts for your energetic realignment and communion with your higher self.
Jasmine, after her namesake, has a distinct affinity with flowers and their plant spirits. She discovered that after many years of studying the subtle energy fields, the Art of Zen Buddhist Vipassana, and her life experience with high sensitivity, she had developed the enhanced skill to hear and communicate with spirit guides, including flower devas.
After years of initiation, Jasmine was invited by her 3 Master Plant ‘Tea’-chers to serve them in sacred Tea Ceremony: Blue Lotus (Intuitive Divination + Nervous System Regulation), Rose (Self-Love + Heart Medicine), and Mugwort (Ancestral Womb Healing + Plant Spirit Communication).
Her space holding is steeped in her devoted studies in Shamanism, Earth + Plant Spirit Wisdom, Flower Essences, Integral Energetics, Taoism, her training in a Mahayana Zen Buddhist Monastery, and her 2-year Mindfulness Teaching Certification with Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. It is Jasmine's heartfeft wish that you may find safe, compassionate shadow integration in her spaces to emotionally transform old wounding patterns back into wholeness - 'Re-Mothering your Inner Child'.
“ We honour the traditional custodians of the land, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, all the Indigenous and Aboriginal, the First Nation People and all the Elders past, present and emerging.”
Contraindications:
This event is not suitable for those pregnant or breastfeeding due to contraindications with Blue Lotus.
It is highly recommended to refrain from ingesting caffeine after your morning breakfast as Cacao contains Theobromine, a stimulant similar to caffeine, and together, may over-stimulate your body-system.
It is recommended is to have a large lunch and light dinner no later than 2.5 hours before the ceremony, so your time spent journeying is on a relatively empty stomach.
If you are on heart or diabetic medication, or MAOI or SSRI based anti-depressants, please let us know so we can check in with you.
We are ready to safely and lovingly helping you in your own healing journey and to come back to your inner peace and balance within.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Chairs are available. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
This is a drug and alcohol free event and open to those aged 18+ only.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $60.00 early bird, $77.00 general exchange.
Claim Your POWER - Men's Circle.
This is your time.
You know it's your time.
You have been putting it off for too long.
You have been putting yourself, your dreams and your desires off for as long as you know it.
You have been people pleasing your way through life until now.
You have been embodying the identity of 'Mr Nice Guy' and you are feeling frustrated with where you are at in life.
If you're in romantic relationship, your partner yearns for you to step up, to be the masculine leader within the relationship, to step into your POWER. There's an underlying craving and need for the real and authentic you to come forward (not the people pleaser and nice guy).
Your dreams, desires and goals are calling you. This is your time to express what you want out of life and announce what is no longer aligned anymore.
Your partner / potential partner, your (future) children, the world, they all need you, the REAL you.
Everything you ever desired is waiting for you, though you need to finally and unapologetically CLAIM IT! You need to get clear on what you stand for, what you'll fight for, what direction you're moving towards.
How much longer will you allow the parts of you that are scared and fearful to get in the way of what your true and authentic self. How much longer will you be ok with foregoing what you REALLY want out of life?
You are worthy. Be the man you were born to be.
This is the time to claim your power. Are you in?
What to expect:
Join a group of like-minded men for a night of stepping up as authentic powerhouses. A safe, masculine container for you to show up unapologetically authentic will be created where all of your parts are welcome. This includes any or all of your emotions that are present including sadness, frustration, anger, joy, excitement, nervousness, etc. Together all your parts will be witnessed and held in the brotherhood of a non-judgemental safe container.
On offer to walk away with…
~ Clarity on what is or isn’t aligned
~ Confidence to fully and authentically express yourself
~ Action steps for the next month ahead
~ A deep sense that your voice is worthy of being heard
~ A community of like-minded men who have your back
~ Feeling f*cking powerful as a man
About your facilitator - Melvin @melvinsjerps
Melvin is a Men’s Coach & Mentor and is devoted to helping men who have been people pleasing, lone-wolfing it and lacking purpose, to reclaim their POWER, take responsibility and step into the 2.0 version of themselves. He is the founder of Cold Water Vikings and he is a facilitator at The Gathering Of Men.
Testimonials:
"I attended the men's circle to connect with other men and challenge myself to be vulnerable and self aware. Melvin creates a safe space where he leads by example, slowing down, speaking his truth, and being present and respectful. The exercises were useful in identifying what I want and don't want in my life. Listening to others speak, and also sharing my own thoughts, made me feel more connected to the other participants, and less isolated in my problems. Would recommend to anyone who is currently trying to deal with the challenges of being a man in todays world on their own." - Thomas
"I attended this Men's Circle with an open mind and I'm glad I did. I found Melvin to be an excellent facilitator. He made every man in the room feel comfortable with his calm, yet strong demeanour and clear expertise in understanding the challenges many men face. The session was well balanced between some teachings and some interactions. By the end of it, the energy in the room was powerful and I certainly took a lot from the experience. Most importantly, I know I am not alone in my journey, and now feel part of a brotherhood!" - Gerard
"I attended the workshop for a new challenge and to get clarity about what I do and don’t want in my life. Since attending the workshop I’ve noticed that I have greater access to my emotional body, in particular anger. I can access this part of me which I typically shut down. Melvin has helped me with many things. In particular I always leave our interactions with greater levels of clarity about the direction of my life. He has a knack for getting me to commit to the actions in my life which I know I need to do but keep putting off. If you’re on the fence about attending a workshop that Melvins running I’d say 100% give it go. It’s important to show up and give it everything you’ve got so you can get the most out of the experience. " - Sam
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $45.00 early bird (up to 72 hours prior to event), $54.00 general exchange.
Shamanic Breathwork Journey: FIRE - Elemental Cycle Five-Part Series.
About this experience:
Shamanic Breathwork is a dynamic, somatic, feeling-focused modality of transformation. A conscious-connected circular breathing technique is drawn upon which aids in dissolving the Ego's masks and defenses to make way for a natural, altered state of consciousness akin to a dreamlike state. Facilitating access to the subconscious mind serves to awaken the inner-healer within, or inner-shaman - the part of your 'self' that with compassionate, curious witnessing, attention and care can move towards integrating any content illuminated for the next stage of your personal evolution. Specifically curated chakra-attunded music supports this sensory experience.
The FIRE shamanic consciousness cycle:
The elemental consciousness cycle we will be exploring here is FIRE, where shadow issues rise to the surface to be alchemized, creating an urgent call for change. This powerful phase ignites creativity and passion, urging action as stored energy seeks release. Emotions like anxiety, anger, and impatience may come up to the surface, which can be confronting for some of us, but rather than suppressing them, it is essential to express these feelings in a safe and accepting space. By doing so, the energy is freed and redirected toward productive and creative endeavors.
The intensity of the fire element can bring chaos as the shadow parts of us arise to be seen, heard and felt. It is also a catalyst for growth, demanding that we release certain aspects of ourselves in order to manifest what we truly desire. This process often involves confronting past, present, and future possibilities, pushing us to make decisions we have long procrastinated on. Moving through the element of fire, helps us prepare for the next element of spirit, where we start to move into deeper, easeful surrender and trust in ourselves and the world around us.
A note about this series:
This is a 5-part series journeying through each elemental shamanic consciousness cycle. You may attend in full via the relevant ticket tier within the WATER listing (non-refundable), or attend intermittently for greater flexibility. While this listing pertains only the the FIRE elemental cycle, full dates for those in consideration of attending other cycles in the series are:
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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1 - WATER
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14 - EARTH
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 27 - FIRE - THIS LISTING
THURSDAY DECEMBER 12 - SPIRIT
THURSDAY DECEMBER 19 - AIR
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What to expect:
This is an active session of feeling, movement and authentic expression where you may receive powerful insights and wisdom, tap into your essence where your truth resides and connect deeply with yourself. This process can uncover long-held energetic and/or behavioural patterns of limitation offering greater self-understanding and self-healing.
All that's asked of you is to commit to the process, surrender to the experience and breathe until you're surprised!
Possible experiences from your inward journey can include:
Traveling time and space (past or future timelines)
Journeying with beings from non-ordinary realms (spirit guides, ancestors, future children)
Shapeshifting into a spirit-animal
Visiting memories from experiences lived
Rendezvousing with your future-self
Receiving messages from higher realms of consciousness
From a physical perspective, you may experience a release of stagnant, stuck or repressed energy and/or emotion. This may unfurl peacefully or dynamically via movement and catharsis.
True healing is found through one's embodied and integrated direct experience and for this reason, an integrative artwork process and opportunity to share is weaved into the container.
Important: Shamanic Breathwork requires a commitment to a cyclical breathing pattern and has the potential to bring about intense feelings which may result in strong physical and/or emotional release. This practice involves the voluntary hyper-oxygenation of your bloodstream, paving the way for reaching an altered state of consciousness where you may experience possibilities that are not grounded in this reality - you can control the intensity of the experience by adjusting your breathing pattern. You are always in control.
Contraindications (considerations for your safety): If you have Epilepsy, cardiovascular or blood pressure issues you may wish to consider carefully if joining a dynamic breathwork process is appropriate for you. This workshop is not suitable for people under the age of 16. This type of breathwork is not recommended for pregnant women, although if you are pregnant and wish to join, please alert us and you will be offered a more gentle breathing pattern. If you are living with a mental health condition or challenges, please check-in with your current capacity to join. Should you be currently experiencing active episodes of psychosis, please do not join at this time. You are always most welcome to initiate a conversation to discuss your particular needs via grace@centreofyou.com.au. It's best that you attend on a relatively empty stomach and eat a grounding meal following the practice.
Trigger/activation warning: This practice encourages the authentic and uninhibited expression of all that arises in real-time. This could appear as screaming, crying, laughter or other forms of vocal sounding. You may hear participants around you. This modality invites you to remain centred within your own process and interpret other people's authentic expressions as their journey without attaching to it. If you feel triggered in response to another’s experience or if you require any attention 1-on-1, you can simply put your hand up for support. If you feel being in such an environment could place you outside of your window-of-tolerance, then a private session with either El or Grace may be more suited to your needs at this time.
About your facilitator - Grace @centreofyou_chapelst
Grace Elizabeth, Centre of You Founder & Director, geeks out on modalities and processes that turns conscious awareness inwards. She believes that only good comes of knowing oneself intimately and is in admiration of anyone that dives deeply within with willingness and commitment.
Grace met Shamanic Breathwork in 2018 in Ubud, Bali upon her personal self-discovery quest where the power of the process took her by surprise. She deeply resonates with the ceremonial, elemental and mystical interweavings of Shamanic Breathwork and finds meaning in guiding others to explore what these realms can offer them. Each Shamanic Breathwork journey lives on within Grace as an embodied memory, memories that continue to provide her with insight. As such, Grace believes the integrative component of any journey within holds greater weight than the journey itself. She therefore places relevant focus in her guidership upon translating the cosmic nature of altered consciousness journeying into embodied memory.
About your facilitator - El @_eluminate
El has traversed through numerous adversities from childhood through her teenage years. Without any education or awareness of how traumatic events impact emotional wellbeing and everyday life, she went on to University to study Outdoor Education and eventually achieved a managerial position in Outdoor Education, where she reached a pivotal moment necessitating change.
Whilst she was making an impact working with students and teachers, her experiences included emotional outbursts, uncontrollable anger and frustration in stressful situations, alongside avoidance tendencies and numbing emotions with substances. Despite career success, she felt unfulfilled and sensed a deeper calling in life. Facing nervous breakdowns, panic attacks and toxic relationships, El embarked on a healing journey that led her to discover the transformative power of breathwork and somatic therapy.
Now, El is dedicated to creating healing spaces using somatic approaches—breath, movement, sound, and touch. She offers compassionate, intuitive guidance through a blend of these elements, along with emotions and meditation tools, to release physical blockages, regulate the nervous system and connect people back into the wisdom of the body to foster holistic wellbeing.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc). Bring an eyemask.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. We kindly ask that you respect our policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $75.00 - early bird, $85.00 - general exchange.
The Heart’s Prayer - A Daily Ritual of the Heart.
About the experience:
The motivation for this practice came off the backend of struggling to answer age old question;
“What is the purpose of life?”
There are so many beautiful pursuits in life, but we can struggle to concretise what really matters:
Purpose
Peace
Confidence
Fun
Health
Freedom
Success
Love
As we obtain one of these things, others can slip. This is where we can integrate 'The Power of the Heart'.
‘The Heart’s Prayer’ is a practice that ties all of the wisdom and understanding of how to leverage the Heart together in one meaningful practice. It can allow us to approach life through a new, more empowered lens.
What to expect:
The Heart’s Prayer is a daily practice that can be quickly and easily integrated into existing lifestyles.
The practice awakens the power of the Heart in the context of all important pursuits of life.
The Heart’s Prayer will:
Connect you to your vision/purpose
Activate a deep sense of self-worth
Support you in times of challenge
Expand your sense of what’s possible
Connect you instantly to gratitude
Deepen your connection to God/Universe
Clarify what action to take in life
Awaken courage to navigate fear
Connect you to presence
Support your highest fulfillment
How will the night work?
The evening will compromise of 3 components:
1. Learning - you’ll be learning the theory behind the Heart’s Prayer
2. Practice - you’ll do a series of activities to practice the Heart's Prayer
3. Integration - you’ll be given a free item and lesson on integrating the Heart's Prayer into your lifestyle
Why is the event free?
Ryan, with the support of Centre of You, has invested his time and money in this event to give back to the community. Ryan believes that by empowering people to connect with their own heart, we can all rise together in our own aligned sovereignty and make the world a better place.
About your facilitator:
Ryan Magic - @theryanmagic
Ryan is an international speaker that specialises on the topics of courage, purpose and fulfilment. Through difficult childhood circumstances, Ryan grew up extremely shy and battled severe anxiety and depression in his teens. After discovering PD at age 16, he learnt to leverage courage to build a multi-million dollar business in his early 20's. After growing too fast from a place of deep insecurity, Ryan experienced a huge business breakdown that involved large employee-theft and business debt. After rapidly turning the business around, Ryan chose to abruptly shut the business down to go on a deep spiritual journey.
After 5 years of deep healing, meditation and therapy, Ryan became a meditation teacher, breathwork facilitator and founded several healing modalities of his own. Ryan now lives his life dedicated to supporting people to unlock their purpose, power and fulfilment using his proprietary methodology called; 'The COR Method'. The COR Method is a unique way of integrating the spiritual, emotional and practical aspects of the growth industry to support people to live their best life.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Chairs are available. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Notice of photography/videography: This event will be captured for the purpose of future marketing material. If you do not wish to have your identity captured, yet still wish to join, please let yourself be known at the door so that your choice can be noted and honoured.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT - Secure your spot!
Breathing into Wholeness - A Journey of Inner Child Healing & Reconnection through Breathwork.
Are you ready to reconnect with the most authentic version of yourself?
Join us for a transformative breathwork journey dedicated to healing and nurturing your inner child. Our inner child holds the essence of our purest emotions—joy, creativity, innocence, and even the unhealed wounds that shape how we respond to life today. Through the power of intentional breathwork, we’ll journey inward to access this part of ourselves, fostering deep healing and self-compassion.
The inner child represents not only our youthful, playful selves but also the parts of us that were neglected, hurt, or suppressed. Over time, these unaddressed emotions and experiences can create patterns of behaviour that no longer serve us, manifesting in our relationships, self-worth, and mental well-being. Breathwork allows us to bypass the conscious mind, opening a direct pathway to the subconscious where the inner child resides. Through deep, rhythmic breathing, we can unlock the layers of suppressed emotions, release old traumas, and begin to restore a sense of wholeness.
This event will create a safe, supportive space to explore and nurture the inner child. With gentle guidance, you’ll be encouraged to embrace vulnerability, let go of defences, and allow the breath to work its magic. As you connect with the core of your being, you may uncover old memories, feel a wave of emotions, or experience a powerful release. These moments of reconnection can lead to profound shifts, helping you heal emotional wounds, overcome limiting beliefs, and access a deeper sense of self-love.
Throughout the session, we will also incorporate guided meditations, reflective exercises, and integrative practices to help you fully process and integrate your experience. You will leave feeling lighter, more connected, and empowered to continue your journey of self-discovery and healing.
What to expect:
Drop-in and meditation
Intention setting and group exercise
The WHY & HOW behind Breathwork
Movement practice
60-70-minute Breathwork Journey
Sharing circle (optional: for those who feel called)
Extra time for connection and community: At the end of the event, there will be some additional time provided for you to stick around and connect with other like-minded people.
About breathwork:
Breath is a powerful healing modality, which can help the release of stress and tension, repressed emotions, bring mental clarity and can support the mind to enter into an altered state of consciousness. Breathwork is an experiential practice and self-healing modality that uses conscious, connected breathing to access expanded states of consciousness while simultaneously unlocking repressed emotions and clearing stagnant energy from the mind, body and spirit. Through an intentional, safe and artful increase of oxygen levels, different areas of the brain can activate to create new neural pathways for deeper insights and heightened clarity, while meeting the sacred root of unresolved emotional imprints. It can be powerful, life-changing work and is only for those ready and willing to venture deep into the most intimate spaces of themselves — especially into one’s emotional and pain body to gracefully connect with repressed or fragmented textures of their being yearning for awareness. The journey of breath is a journey of self-intimacy, unconditional love, profound compassion and multifaceted awareness.
About your facilitator: Katharina - @seeds.of.prana
Katharina is a certified Sacred Breath Academy breathwork facilitator, a Yogalap breathwork coach and holds certifications in Reiki Level 1+2. Her method is a unique blend of breathwork, intuitive movement practices, sound and guided meditation. By offering and applying the knowledge and teachings that have served her along her own transformational journey, and through creating a safe space for everyone, Katharina helps people improve their physical, mental and emotional well-being.
She has been holding breathwork sessions since 2021 and focuses on a holistic Yin approach to breathwork - with nose-inhales for the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, a safe space/container that allows permission to surrender and express your emotions fully as they arise, trauma-informed touch, longer breathwork sessions, and more time for integration and savasana.
How to prepare yourself?
No experience required
Empty belly: Try and avoid eating anything within at least 1.5h prior to the session
Avoid coffee or other stimulating drinks (Cacao would be okay though)
Read carefully through the CONTRAINDICATIONS* (below)
On the 'work':
The majority of breathers first experience deep (and at times, intense) emotional release or catharsis. It is possible to feel anything from grief/pain/discomfort to ecstasy/joy/bliss and anything in between. Again, these are parts of self that are not being met in waking life (even ecstasy and bliss can be energies that are being unconsciously repressed) and thus want the freedom to be completely and uninhibitedly expressed in a safe container of exploration, as we will create. However, not everyone is ready for this kind of transformative dive, especially if they are new to inner work and self-awareness. And, as always, we honor where each person is on their path of healing and awakening. That said, *please have a self-check in and make sure you are fully ready for a deep and powerful journey into your being. This also includes a willingness to meet any discomfort, hurt, grief, pain or wounding that you are unknowingly holding onto.
*CONTRAINDICATIONS:
If you are on the contraindication list, you are *not* a candidate for the full breathwork technique, however Katharina will happily discuss modified, gentle breathwork with you for a later date. Please do not continue to book the session if you have any of the contraindications listed below. You may email Katharina at hello@seedsofprana.com to discuss a more gentle alternative. By purchasing a ticket you confirm that you have none of the following contraindications:
Pregnancy (at any stage), severe PTSD or trauma, psychosomatic disorders, actively using recreational drugs, taking any medication that alters brain chemistry like anti-anxiety, anti-depressant, ADD, OCD medications, etc., ocular issues: (detached retina/glaucoma), kidney disease, unmedicated High Blood pressure, cardiovascular disease (incl. angina, previous heart attack or stroke), aneurysms, osteoporosis, uncontrolled thyroid conditions, diabetes (any type), severe Asthma (for mild to moderate asthma, please bring your inhaler to the session), epilepsy or history of seizures, prior diagnosis of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or previous psychiatric condition, recent surgery, stitches or injury, hospitalisation for any psychiatric condition or emotional crisis within the last 10 years, any other medical, psychiatric or physical conditions which would impair or affect ability to engage in any activities that involve deep physical and/or emotional release, COVID vaccination (please wait for a minimum of 60 days and only engage in Breathwork if there are NO side effects).
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Something to cover your eyes, if you wish to do so (eg. eye mask, scarf). A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $55.00 early bird, $60.00 general exchange, $50.00 me + a friend (save $5-10 each).
Shake It Off - Your Weekly Dose of Physical & Emotional Fitness.
A unique combination of emotional processing, free flow dance and somatic exercises, this event is designed to help you regulate your nervous system, release stuck emotions and cultivate a sense of relaxation.
Emotion = energy in motion. Yet, as a society, we have grown accustomed to suppressing our emotions. Because of this, our emotions remain stuck and stagnant within the body, waiting to be liberated through movement, awareness and presence.
Shake it off gives us an opportunity to safely release stress and stored emotions through movement and emotional processing techniques (that we share with you on the evening). It allows us to reconnect with ourselves through our body. All while building our emotional and physical fitness.
Event Inclusions:
Emotional processing techniques: We start the evening by going through some of our favourite tools and techniques for experiencing and releasing our emotions.
Dance and movement: Moving has never been so fun, a DJ set invites us to dance, and tune into the way that our body desires to move. No dance experience required for this free-flow session.
Somatic exercises: Ending the evening with deep relaxation, be guided through some gentle, rhythmic exercises that are scientifically designed to regulate your nervous system.
Dance, release and express at this somatic event designed to help you drop out of your head and into your body, de-stress, and regulate your nervous system. Leave feeling lighter, freer and ready to go out and live your best life.
About your host:
Shahna Sarpi - @shahnasarpi
A Somatic Healing Expert, Shahna uses embodiment practices, somatic exercises and mindset tools to take people from stressed and burnt out, to healthy, thriving and radiant.
Having seen the immense power in embodied movement and authentic expression from personal experience, Shahna now guides people home to their most empowered themselves, through the body.
Guest DJ: Patty MacDonald, a.k.a. DJ Chakaruna - @ pattymac.truth
Patty is passionate about helping people open their hearts and find bliss in the full spectrum of the human experience. Chakaruna means "Bridge Person" in the Quechua language - this journey is here to provide a bridge for you into new ways of connecting with your self, with each other and with the world around you.
An experienced leader and coach, he recently doubled down on music as an even purer vehicle to deliver transformation, and spent a few weeks in Guatemala dancing with and learning from some of the world's best organic music producers such as Mose, Scott Nice, ATYYA and Melbourne's own Temple Step Project.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease.
Personal responsibility: Please make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $25.00 early bird, $30.00 full bird.
Harp & Song Immersion - A Playful and Intimate Voice and Music Workshop.
This is your invitation to dive deep into your musical heart.
Join us for the this evening workshop where we will explore sound, song and rhythm together to weave a rich tapestry of music!
Bring your curiosity as we connect and meet our innate singing voice and find our natural rhythm. We will learn some simple songs on the harp and discover the magic of this vibrational instrument.
No musical experience or reading music necessary. This is time to PLAY!
If you've always wanted to play the harp but didn't think it was possible or easy, this opportunity is for you.
Bring your harp if you have one or you can borrow one of ours.
Limited to 10 people so everyone can spend a little time on the harp. Book your tickets early and bring a friend to share the experience.
About your facilitator: Kate B - @katebmusic
A singer for as long as she can remember, Kate has done everything musical short of playing in an orchestra! From blues to folk, festival stages, retreats and community choirs, she creates music that touches the soul and uplifts the heart, always with the invitation to join in. With Celtic harp, guitar and ukulele, you find words of peace, love and joy that float in melodious contemplation, songs to uplift the heart, to be still amongst and songs to slow dance. Seek rest for your soul no more, it is here.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. A journal and an eye mask is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and partnering facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please be in contact via grace@centreofyou.com.au. Together we will find a way.
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $66.00 early bird, $77.00 general exchange.
Cymatic Harmony Breath & Live Looping Sound Journey.
Join Dan Byrne for a transformative 90-minute sound healing journey infused with both acoustic and live-looping elements.
We will begin with grounding breathwork to create synergy between mind, body, and spirit, followed by a sonic exploration of the Shamanic, Higher Earth, and Celestial Realms. This sacred space is designed for inner-inquiry, insight and transformation.
What to expect:
After the gentle breathing session, we’ll transition into an immersive sound journey characterised by shamanic, ethereal, and grounding tones. Dan will use a variety of instruments, including handpans, gongs, flutes, shamanic tools, crystal bowls, and harp, weaving together powerful vibrations and frequencies.
You can look forward to a peaceful, meditative atmosphere that encourages relaxation and emotional release, allowing you to let go of anything you may be holding on to. This unique experience is designed to cleanse, restore, and elevate your mind, body, and spirit, leaving you feeling refreshed and renewed, whether you are new to sound healing or a seasoned devotee.
About your facilitator: Dan Byrne from Cymatic Harmony @cymatic_harmony
Dan Byrne is the owner and founder of Cymatic Harmony, which emerged from the depths of addiction, where amidst the shadows of despair, invaluable lessons in courage, discovery, resilience, and growth were unearthed. During the tumult of rehabilitation, a pivotal moment unfolded when Dan encountered the Handpan—an instrument that became his conduit to meditation, mindfulness, and profound self-connection.
Today, Cymatic Harmony stands as a beacon of holistic wellness, offering a myriad of services ranging from breathwork to transformative sound healing experiences and adventurous retreats.
Dan’s journey has taken him to diverse corners of the globe, where he has lent his talents and held sacred space at wellness retreats, music festivals, fringe events, weddings, corporate gatherings, and fashion showcases. Additionally, Cymatic Harmony fosters community through an array of workshops and gatherings, including free communal events, family mindfulness sessions, serene forest and beach retreats, and captivating handpan concerts.
Dan’s philosophy is quite simple.
“We are all made up of energy and vibrations. Connect people and you connect the planet.”
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Chairs are available. A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out to grace@centreofyou.com.au
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
Tickets: $65.00 early bird, $85.00 general exchange.