About this Event
There is a natural pull within us to slow down as the days get shorter, to turn inward, and rest more.
And yet, as winter approaches, the world seems to ask us to do the opposite.
The festive season is approaching. Calendars fill up and expectations grow. There is shopping, socialising, deadlines, work, family commitments, and the familiar pressure to keep going, pushing beyond our true capacity and the natural energy of winter.
How would you like to discover a new way of navigating this time of year that honours your natural rhythm?
Welcome to The Winter Restoration.
This is an afternoon for you to step out of the pace and pressure of everyday life and come back to yourself.
We will guide you to release, restore and reconnect through three powerful and complementary practices:
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique): Amanda will guide you with this simple yet powerful tool that helps us to identify and release emotions, thoughts and patterns that may be keeping us stuck.
Somatic Dance: Carli will lead this invitation to tune into your body and explore movement as a way of listening, feeling, expressing and releasing, rather than performing.
Breathwork: Carson will guide this breathwork experience, using conscious connected breathing, to support deeper release, restoration and connection with yourself.
Music: Our resident DJ, Kismet will guide us with a carefully curated music journey throughout the day.
Refreshments: There will also be hot drinks, and hand-made snacks to enjoy, with time to pause and connect along the way.
The journey
12:30pm - Arrive, settle, and opening ceremony
Take a breath, leave the outside world at the door and make yourself comfortable with a hot drink and a snack, as we set our intentions and begin the journey.
1:00pm - EFT-Tapping with Amanda
We'll begin by noticing and exploring what we're carrying and what we're ready to release as we move towards winter.
2:20pm - Somatic Dance with Carli
An embodied journey inviting you to listen to your body, soften what you're holding and reconnect with your own natural rhythm.
3.20pm - Breathwork with Carson
A guided breathwork journey creating space for deeper release, restoration and connection.
4.30pm - Closing circle, and reflections
A gentle close to the afternoon before heading back into the world.
5pm close
*Times are estimated and may vary depending on the flow of the day.
Our wish is that this journey gives you the space to listen deeply and reconnect with the unique wisdom and rhythm of your own body, and that what you discover here can stay with you, guiding how you move through your everyday life.
What to bring
We invite you to be as comfortable as possible for the time we have together, so please bring everything you need to create your cosy afternoon nest. Here are some suggestions:
- Yoga/exercise mat
- Cushion(s)
- Blankets
- Warm layers
- Your journal and pen(s)
- Bolster, eye mask, meditation cushion
*For the comfort of attendees and practitioners, a gentle request to please avoid wearing any synthetic perfumes or aftershaves.
*If sitting or laying on the floor is not accessible or comfortable for you, there are chairs available at the venue.
What we’ll supply
We’ll bring our open hearts and hugs for those that want them.
On a more practical note, we will have water, hot drinks, and some tasty hand-made snacks to keep you energised. These will be gluten free, nut free and vegan.
Meet your practitioners
This is a first-time collaboration by your hosts Amanda, Carli, Carson and Andy who are excited to bring you this unique and powerful combination of holistic practices and music journey.
Find out more about your hosts in the line-up section below.
Creating a safe and welcoming space
We want The Winter Restoration to feel like a safe and welcoming space to simply be yourself.
We’ll create an environment that is supportive, compassionate and free from judgement, where you can choose what feels right for you and honour your own boundaries throughout the afternoon.
There is no expectation to share, perform or do anything that doesn’t feel comfortable and we also ask that we respect each other's privacy, keeping anything personal shared on the day confidential.
You are invited to listen to yourself and take part in whatever way feels supportive for you.
Photography & Videography
Note that photography and videos will be taken on the day for promotional purposes. However, this will be done sensitively and discreetly so as not to interrupt your experience. Please be assured, we will not capture anyone in process or emotional release.
Spaces are limited to only 30 people.
Introductory ticket price: £60
The Winter Restoration — Participant Disclaimer & Health Declaration
We want The Winter Restoration to be a safe, supportive and welcoming space for everyone. Please read the following information carefully before attending.
Your health and wellbeing
By booking and attending The Winter Restoration, you acknowledge that the afternoon will include EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), somatic movement, breathwork and music. These practices may involve physical movement, focused breathing, emotional exploration and experiences that can feel physically or emotionally intense.
You confirm that you have considered your own health and wellbeing and, if you have a medical condition, injury, disability or other health concern that could be affected by any of these activities, you have sought appropriate advice from a qualified healthcare professional before participating and followed their recommendations. You understand that it is your responsibility to make informed decisions about your participation and to let the practitioners know about any relevant concerns or changes to your health.
Participation is voluntary, and you are encouraged to work within your own comfort levels, honour your boundaries and pause or stop any activity that causes discomfort or distress. Please let a practitioner know if you need support at any point.
Breathwork contraindications
Breathwork can have significant physical and emotional effects and may not be suitable for everyone. Please contact the breathwork practitioner in advance if any of the following apply to you:
- High blood pressure, particularly if uncontrolled
- Cardiovascular disease, including angina or a previous heart attack
- Aneurysm or previous stroke
- A diagnosis of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or another significant psychiatric condition
- Uncontrolled diabetes or thyroid conditions
- Major surgery within the last six months
- Glaucoma or a detached retina
- Pregnancy
- Epilepsy
This list is not exhaustive. If you have any health concerns, please seek advice from an appropriate healthcare professional and discuss your circumstances with the breathwork practitioner before attending. Please do not assume that you can safely participate without checking first. Depending on your circumstances, an alternative approach or sitting out of the breathwork session may be appropriate.
Accessibility and adaptations
We welcome people with different needs, abilities and levels of mobility. If you have a disability, impairment, sensory need or other requirement that would help you feel more comfortable or enable you to participate, please contact us before the event. We will do our best to accommodate reasonable adjustments wherever possible. You are also welcome to speak with us privately on arrival.
Your responsibility and our commitment
You acknowledge that participation in these activities carries some risk of physical or emotional discomfort and, in some circumstances, injury. You agree to take responsibility for your own participation, communicate relevant health concerns and follow the practitioners' safety guidance.
Our practitioners will offer guidance and support within their respective areas of training and expertise. The activities offered are intended to support personal wellbeing and self-exploration; they are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and the practitioners are not acting as your medical professionals.
We are committed to creating a compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental environment where you can participate at your own pace, honour your boundaries and make choices that feel right for you.
By attending The Winter Restoration, you confirm that you have read and understood this information and agree to participate with due consideration for your own health, safety and wellbeing.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Barn at Kingston, 25 The Street, Kingston, United Kingdom
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