Birmingham self care and healing day retreat
13th September 1 to 5pm
Welcome to Healing Space BIPOC a unique, wellness space run by and for black women and women of colour.
Centring our lived experiences and making holistic practices accessible.
A day to rest, reconnect and remember the wisdom within you.
More than a self care day, this is an opportunity to reconnect with your body, your intuition and the healing wisdom of our ancestors in a welcoming space surrounded by Black women and women of colour.
For one afternoon, you can simply breathe, slow down and receive.
Imagine leaving feeling...
What makes this retreat different?
Combining South Asian yoga traditions with African healing wisdom, this retreat supports your physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing while celebrating cultural knowledge passed down through generations.
Your afternoon includes gentle yoga and mindfulness suitable for complete beginners, this calming practice will help regulate your nervous system, reduce stress and bring greater clarity and peace.
Traditional African Medicine Workshop by Love Hannington, whose presentations on traditional African medicine have attracted sold out audiences at the Royal Maritime Museum.
Discover how African healing traditions use herbal knowledge, spirituality and community to support holistic wellbeing.
Ancestral Meditation and African goddess Oracle cards close the day with a guided ancestral meditation and oracle card practice, helping you connect with the wisdom, resilience and strength within your lineage.
You'll leave with...
If you're ready to prioritise your wellbeing and reconnect with yourself through rest, community and ancestral healing, we'd love to welcome you.
This day retreat is open to Black, Mixed Race, Asian, SWANA, indigenous women of colour or however you may identify.
13th September 1 to 5pm
Welcome to Healing Space BIPOC a unique, wellness space run by and for black women and women of colour.
Centring our lived experiences and making holistic practices accessible.
A day to rest, reconnect and remember the wisdom within you.
More than a self care day, this is an opportunity to reconnect with your body, your intuition and the healing wisdom of our ancestors in a welcoming space surrounded by Black women and women of colour.
For one afternoon, you can simply breathe, slow down and receive.
Imagine leaving feeling...
- Calm, grounded and restored.
- More connected to your body with compassion.
- Inspired by the wisdom of your ancestors.
- More confident in yourself and your cultural heritage.
- Supported by a community of like minded women.
What makes this retreat different?
Combining South Asian yoga traditions with African healing wisdom, this retreat supports your physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing while celebrating cultural knowledge passed down through generations.
Your afternoon includes gentle yoga and mindfulness suitable for complete beginners, this calming practice will help regulate your nervous system, reduce stress and bring greater clarity and peace.
Traditional African Medicine Workshop by Love Hannington, whose presentations on traditional African medicine have attracted sold out audiences at the Royal Maritime Museum.
Discover how African healing traditions use herbal knowledge, spirituality and community to support holistic wellbeing.
Ancestral Meditation and African goddess Oracle cards close the day with a guided ancestral meditation and oracle card practice, helping you connect with the wisdom, resilience and strength within your lineage.
You'll leave with...
- Practical tools to manage stress.
- Gentle practices to support your wellbeing.
- A deeper understanding of African healing traditions.
- Greater trust in your intuition.
- A renewed sense of pride in your ancestral heritage.
- Meaningful connection with other women.
If you're ready to prioritise your wellbeing and reconnect with yourself through rest, community and ancestral healing, we'd love to welcome you.
This day retreat is open to Black, Mixed Race, Asian, SWANA, indigenous women of colour or however you may identify.
Birmingham day retreat, 13th September
The aim of the day is to,
- Centre black women and women of colours healing and wellbeing.
- Improve confidence and connection to the body.
- Reduce the negative impact of racism and sexism.
- Learn healing practices from our ancestors.
- Be in a safe space, with like minded people to heal and grow.
- Experience relaxation, rest and joy.
- Improve self esteem to focus on what is important in your life.
- Increase self confidence, intuition, authenticity and trust in self.
- Respect practices from other cultures and traditions.
Birmingham day retreat, 13th September
Price
£65 Early bird price until the 5th September Then £80 up to the start of the event.
The retreat is non refundable.
Location, Birmingham Buddhist centre, 11 Park Rd, Birmingham B13 8AB.
£65 Early bird price until the 5th September Then £80 up to the start of the event.
The retreat is non refundable.
Location, Birmingham Buddhist centre, 11 Park Rd, Birmingham B13 8AB.
The day retreat will be run by Emma Kelly, a White British and African Caribbean woman.
Emma is a yoga teacher, international retreat host, African spiritual researcher/practitioner, mentor, and qualified social worker.
Emma teaches yoga classes, workshops and retreats since 2014, having studied my yoga teacher training in India and running retreats in India, Morocco and Bali, with one in September 2026, details here, www.yogawithemmakelly.com/bali-retreat.html
Join this weekend of self-care, empowerment, and wellness, healing, connection, and fun.
Book your spot now and get ready to experience the ultimate blend of relaxation, sisterhood, and learning!
Emma is a yoga teacher, international retreat host, African spiritual researcher/practitioner, mentor, and qualified social worker.
Emma teaches yoga classes, workshops and retreats since 2014, having studied my yoga teacher training in India and running retreats in India, Morocco and Bali, with one in September 2026, details here, www.yogawithemmakelly.com/bali-retreat.html
Join this weekend of self-care, empowerment, and wellness, healing, connection, and fun.
Book your spot now and get ready to experience the ultimate blend of relaxation, sisterhood, and learning!
Birmingham day retreat, 13th September
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"It was really nice to feel so safe and so joyful when engaging with yoga around others. That doesn’t happen too often for me. It just felt like real sisterhood, and I’m grateful to you those who attended too. I left on a real high. And I learnt so much too." Wemmy Ogunyankin |
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”The retreat allowed me to reconnect with myself in a way that I hadn’t in such a very long time.
I was able to take time to pause, breathe and listen to my body and mind. It was wonderful being surrounded by women that looked and sounded like me that had a similar mindset. I hope to attend a future session.” Monique |
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"I left the retreat feeling rejuvenated and inspired.
The retreat was thoughtfully organised to create a welcoming atmosphere where connections flourished. The African Spirituality workshop was particularly enriching, connecting us to our shared ancestry. I Highly recommend this retreat for anyone seeking rest, reflection and community amongst black women. " Rianna Raymond-Williams |
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“It felt safe… like family.
The retreat spiritually energised me. I walked in feeling flat and tired, and left feeling so much happier, calmer, more understood, and like I was part of something bigger. In a white-majority society, it felt so heartening to be in a place with only BIPOC Women.” Shabnam Kwofie |
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"The retreat was such a wonderful safe and healing experience.
I felt my nervous system and soul truly relax. I had such a peaceful nights sleep. I would recommend the retreat to anyone looking for self care with like minded people that feel your soul." Amma Acheampong |
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"All parts of the day were stimulating, validating and rejuvenating to the mind, body and spirit in ways I have not experienced in other 'holistic' settings - but have been always seeking.
What a lovely experience. I've been talking about it all week. I've been wanting to experience the BIPOC retreat for some time, and was so glad I could make this one! The intention they've poured in is apparent and appreciated. Thank you both." Destinee Desiree |
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"The retreat was such an incredible, powerful, and healing day.
I gained so much and I left feeling such a kinship with everyone. The space is safe, communal, supportive and allows you to really lean into your emotions and sense of self. I highly recommend Emma's retreats and workshops for your self care and healing journey. Emma led us through a yoga session that was inclusive for all levels and body types and helped us relax into the day in such a calm, nurturing manner. We then had an incredible healing circle session with a holistic therapist, which was so empowering, supportive, and emotional. The session focused on womb health and all of our collective health/fertility experiences as black and brown women. Knowing we aren't alone in what we have experienced, and being surrounded by such compassionate and supportive women was immensely healing and freeing." Natasha Dsouza |
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"After the retreat the transformation was so amazing honestly, I was focused, I felt so confident, calm and strong. I regained my energy and I will credit your retreat as a reminder that I needed to come back home to me." AK |
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