Women's Circle: Shedding the Snake

"Shedding the Snake" draws on ancient wisdom about transformation - like the snake releases old skin, we're releasing old beliefs that no longer fit. This metaphor honours the closing Year of the Snake (Chinese astrology) and bridges into the Fire Horse year of passion and freedom. (And yes - no actual snakes involved!)

What old skin around your sensuality are you ready to shed?

The shame you inherited? The performance you learned? The numbness that kept you safe?

As we close the Year of the Snake, this circle offers a somatic ritual for releasing what no longer fits – and feeling what's already underneath, waiting to emerge.

THE BRIDGE BETWEEN TWO YEARS

As 2025 – the Year of the Snake – closes, we honour the snake's ancient wisdom: transformation comes through shedding old skins.

In Chinese astrology, the Snake represents wisdom gained through release, transformation through letting go, and going inward to discover what's ready to emerge.

The Fire Horse arrives in February 2026 – bringing passion, movement, and wild energy that won't be reined in. But you can't ride fire energy in a skin that's too tight.

This circle creates the space for what's coming. We shed first. Then we ignite.

IS THIS CIRCLE FOR YOU?

This work is for women who've been carrying beliefs about their sexuality that feel too small now. For women tired of performing desire rather than feeling it. For women with parts of their sensuality that have been shut down or hidden. For women ready to shed the "good girl" and discover who's underneath. For women who want to start the year from their body, not their head.

Cacao ceremony – Heart-opening raw chocolate to settle and connect with yourself and the group.

Body scan meditation – Gently exploring where your sensual skin has become too tight, where aliveness wants to return.

Sharing circle – A safe space to speak your truth and be witnessed without judgment. What old skin around your sensuality are you ready to shed?

Sensual movement practice – Gentle spine undulation, shaking, shedding through the body. All movement is fully clothed and at your own pace. Can be done standing, seated, or lying down.

Guided inquiry – What's underneath? What's already waiting to emerge when you make space?

Creative integration – Painting, drawing, or writing what you're releasing and what's coming through. You'll create two pieces - one for shedding, one for emerging. All materials provided - you don't need to be artistic, this is about letting the body speak.

Ritual release – Taking the piece you created about shedding, we'll ceremonially tear and dissolve it in water, making space for the new.

WHAT YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH

A felt sense of what you're ready to release. Connection to the sensual self that's been waiting for space. Simple practices to continue shedding at home. Sisterhood with other women on a similar journey. And most importantly – space in your body for the year ahead.

ABOUT THIS CIRCLE

This monthly gathering is a sanctuary where women explore sensuality, embodiment, and authentic expression in a shame-free space. Maximum 8 women ensures intimacy and deep connection.

Everything offered is invitation, nothing is required. You choose your level of participation at every step. All activities are fully clothed. There is no partnered work and no sexual content.

Whether you're new to this work or have been on the path for years, you're welcome exactly as you are.

ABOUT YOUR FACILITATOR

Melanie Knight is a Certified Sexological Bodyworker and Somatic Sex Educator with over 15 years' coaching experience. Former Secretary of the Association of Certified Sexological Bodyworkers (ACSB), she creates spaces where women can safely explore their relationship with their bodies, without pressure or agenda.

Her approach is trauma-informed, consent-based, and always honours where you are right now. She integrates Tantra, Clean Language facilitation, and somatic practices to support women in reconnecting with their authentic sensual selves.

WHAT OTHERS SAY

"Melanie makes the women's group an amazing relaxed and often fun space. It's a place of sharing within a safe container of like-minded women. Within the group we recognise we are all on our own unique journey of discovery. I have learnt much about boundaries. Through the many topics covered I am becoming more authentic and empowered." – Jane

PRACTICAL DETAILS

When: Sunday 25th January 2026, 10:30am – 1:00pm (2.5 hours)

Where: Intimate home setting in North London (N11 area). Full address sent on booking. Free parking available. Good public transport links.

What to wear: Comfortable clothing you can move in. Layers recommended.

What's included: Cacao ceremony (raw cacao made with oat milk and dates), herbal teas, plant-based snacks. Please let me know about allergies when booking.

Investment: £35 per person

Group size: Maximum 8 women for intimate, deep connection.

Who this is for: Women and non-binary people 18+, of all backgrounds, body types, sexual orientations, and experience levels welcome. LGBTQ+-affirming space.

COMING NEXT

This circle is the bridge between the Year of the Snake and the Year of the Fire Horse.

In February, we begin Igniting Your Senses – the first of our Fire Horse circles, awakening passion through the senses.

All 2026 Women's Circles follow the theme "Riding the Fire Horse: A Year of Embodied Freedom" – monthly gatherings supporting women to harness fierce energy in their bodies, so they can ride the fire rather than being consumed by it.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations made 7+ days before the event: Full refund

Cancellations made 3-6 days before the event: 50% refund

Cancellations made less than 3 days before the event: No refund (ticket may be transferred to another woman with notice)

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Info: Arrive, settle into the space, meet other women. Herbal tea and light refreshments available.

Info: We open the circle together with intention-setting and heart-opening cacao ceremony.

Info: Guided body scan meditation exploring where you're holding old patterns. Circle sharing - what old skin around your sensuality are you ready to shed? A safe space to speak and be witnessed.

Info: Sensual movement practice - spine work, shaking, shedding through the body. All fully clothed, at your own pace.

Info: Using paints, drawing, writing, or reflection to express what you're releasing and what's emerging. Create two pieces - one for what you're shedding, one for what's coming. All materials provided - you don't need to be artistic.

Info: Using paints, drawing, writing, or reflection to express what you're releasing and what's emerging. Create two pieces - one for what you're shedding, one for what's coming. All materials provided - you don't need to be artistic.

Info: Integration, grounding, and gentle close to honour the work we've done together.

Info: Space to linger briefly if you wish, or leave when ready.

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N11, Friern Barnet, London, United Kingdom

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