mycelial motions retreat

Dates and Times:

4-8 June 2025

LOCATION:

Bedgelert, Wales, UK

About

Welcome to our Mycelial Motions retreat.

This retreat is about exploring our innate connection and resonance to all things around us. Mycelium is a great teacher for this, showing us there is room and space for connection with everything. We will discover opportunities and moments for deep connection with the other and our own hearts.

Through the right embodied practices we can feel this connection. We can use our senses to get in contact with the earth, soil, and flora. In hopes there are lessons in these spaces to teach us about the meaningfulness of engaging with the world. 

If you’ve been hungry for the feeling of connection and entwinement with land, humans, water and trees, we open our arms wide to you with a brave smile, and look forward to seeing you in the mountains.

What will we be exploring?

  • Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku)  

       An immersive, meditative experience in the forest, designed to connect deeply with nature through all the senses, promoting relaxation and well-being.  

    Exploring Nature and Ecology 

       An exploration of the local ecology and tree phenology, alongside discussions about access rights and local regenerative practices.

    Ecosomatic Research   

     The study of how our bodies interact with nature, blending ecological awareness with body awareness. It encourages movement, exploration, and mindfulness in natural settings, fostering a deeper connection to the environment and enhancing overall well-being.

    Human and Landscape Art

       Integration of the human form into the landscape through art.

    Mindfulness and Meditation

       Inner reflective practices that include mindfulness and meditation.

    Somatic Exploration

       An exploration of the human body, diving into our inner somatic layers and worlds.

    Contact Improvisation

    We will explore this spontaneous form of movement that emphasises physical interaction between dancers. It involves exploring balance, weight-sharing, and momentum through touch, fostering a deep connection and communication between partners. The practice encourages creativity, responsiveness, and a focus on the present moment.

    Tuning into Listening  

       Attuning ourselves to listen to the trees, the land, and each other.

    Effortless Movement

       Researching how to move with minimal energy while maximizing joy and expression.

    Communication Skills

       Enhancing verbal communication skills to help navigate adversity and conflict.

    Live Music and Campfire Time

      Sharing time with friends by the fire, eating, playing games and listening to live music by various different artists.

  • Natural Parkour  

       Exploring the elements, skills, and principles of natural parkour.

    Gorge Scrambling and Waterfall Jumping

       A thrilling adventures that involve climbing through rocky river gorges and leaping into natural pools beneath waterfalls. These activities offer an exciting way to connect with nature, challenge your limits, and feel an exhilarating rush of freedom and joy. Perfect for anyone seeking adventure and fun in the wild!

    Underwater Exploration

       Engaging with the underwater world and how our bodies interact with these spaces.

    Tree Movement

       Learning movement patterns, skills, and techniques to navigate the dynamic landscapes of the tree world.

    Martial Arts and Physical Contact

       A journey into physical contact through martial arts, cultivating strong hearts, deeper human connections, and boundary setting.

    Fireside Ecstatic Dance  

       Dancing ecstatically by the fireside in the wilds of the woods.

    Climbing and Exploring Heights

       Testing our limits in the heights of trees and cliffs.

early-bird Pricing

Additional information

    • Camping in big bell tents in the forest (options to also bring your own tent) 

    • You will need to bring a Sleeping bag/ Mat and Pillow.

    • There will be 3 meals per day cooked by our fantastic chef Anna Parkinson. 

    • Anna will create a breakfast of, breads, jams, fruits, oats etc 

    • As well as a hot lunch and dinner eaten outside by the fire in the forest. 

    • All meals will be plant based.

    • We will be staying on the side of a mountain on a mossy covered forest floor, outside of an old miners cottage in Beddgelert North Wales. (Precise location will be sent upon booking confirmation) 

    • The surrounding area has an fantastic array of geological features from massive ravines to huge waterfalls and cliffs. The ecology and wildlife is incredibly diverse and a spectacular visual spectacle. 

    • IMPORTANT - there is no mobile signal at the location. 

    • Closest airports are either Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Or Manchester Airport 

    • The nearest Train Station is 7 miles away in Porthmadog, North Wales

    • The Bus S4 will take you from Porthmadog to Bedgelert. 

    • From Bedgelert it's either a half an hour walk to the location or you can organise lift shares with the other participants. 

    • (You will be added to a group chat upon booking where this can be discussed easier) 

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