TaKeTiNa is a fun and challenging transformational experience, as well as a rhythm workshop, as well as a healthy way to experience your connection to the innate rhythms of your body as it relaxes into the flow of nature and the earth. All of this takes place in a circle of safe and supportive community as it is created by all participating.

 

        During the weekend you will undertake three or four rhythm journeys each day. You will not play any musical instruments, except occasionally a simple basket shaker. Your voice, your feet, and your clapping hands will be your instruments. Each journey begins with the group standing in a circle, softly chanting simple drum syllables like "ga, ma, la." Footsteps are added at essential places in the chant, and finally handclaps in other places. As you are able to allow it, the resonant energy field of the group carries you into a deeper state of being. From this place, you can explore the ways you are familiar with learning with your mind; find the origins of internal pressures to show the group you are competent, and heal them; rediscover your natural playfulness; and risk a new type of surrender and openness to learning with your body and your being. The choice is always there to try to get it right, or simply stay connected to yourself and allow the movement to come to you. It's a profound, gentle process of awareness that can bring great insight, challenge and release, and powerful creativity in all areas of your life.

 

 

 

 

 

A brochure with registration form, directions, and all other information will be mailed to you once we receive your deposit.