Birmingham self care and healing day retreat
25th May 2-6,30 pm
Experience relaxation, community, learning and fun.
This day is dedicated to your total relaxation, rest and renewal.
As black women and women of colour we are often juggling busy work lives and supporting family and community, with little time left for our relaxation and joy.
The day retreat will include a gentle, nourishing, holistic yoga class to help you feel ease and calm in the body and mind.
The yoga is body positive and rooted in the traditional South Asian yogic system.
The mindful yoga will ease out all tension and stress from the body and mind, leaving you feeling calm and refreshed.
There will be a guided relaxation technique called yoga nidra which helps the body and mind reach a deep state of relaxation, known to improve mood, creativity, memory and sleep.
During the retreat there will be a reflexology class where you will learn how to do this practice on yourself to incorporate it into your self care routine at home.
Reflexology is a complementary therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet.
Reflex points on the feet correspond with organs and systems of the body. When stimulated the body’s own healing mechanism is activated returning the body to a state of balance and well being and improves overall health.
Think calm, cosy, chilled day, with likeminded people interested in wellness and learning.
As black women and women of colour rest and self care is even more important to overcome the harmful messages and stereotypes around laziness, having to be strong and servitude to others at the expense of ourselves.
25th May 2-6,30 pm
Experience relaxation, community, learning and fun.
This day is dedicated to your total relaxation, rest and renewal.
As black women and women of colour we are often juggling busy work lives and supporting family and community, with little time left for our relaxation and joy.
The day retreat will include a gentle, nourishing, holistic yoga class to help you feel ease and calm in the body and mind.
The yoga is body positive and rooted in the traditional South Asian yogic system.
The mindful yoga will ease out all tension and stress from the body and mind, leaving you feeling calm and refreshed.
There will be a guided relaxation technique called yoga nidra which helps the body and mind reach a deep state of relaxation, known to improve mood, creativity, memory and sleep.
During the retreat there will be a reflexology class where you will learn how to do this practice on yourself to incorporate it into your self care routine at home.
Reflexology is a complementary therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet.
Reflex points on the feet correspond with organs and systems of the body. When stimulated the body’s own healing mechanism is activated returning the body to a state of balance and well being and improves overall health.
Think calm, cosy, chilled day, with likeminded people interested in wellness and learning.
As black women and women of colour rest and self care is even more important to overcome the harmful messages and stereotypes around laziness, having to be strong and servitude to others at the expense of ourselves.
Birmingham day retreat 25th May
Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit in a supportive and empowering environment?
Experience community, connection, relaxation, learning and fun.
A nourishing and supportive day.
The aim of the day is to,
Experience community, connection, relaxation, learning and fun.
A nourishing and supportive day.
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.
Price
£65 Early bird price until the 18th May. Then £80 up to the start of the event.
Location, Birmingham Buddhist centre, 11 Park Rd, Birmingham B13 8AB.
£65 Early bird price until the 18th May. Then £80 up to the start of the event.
Location, Birmingham Buddhist centre, 11 Park Rd, Birmingham B13 8AB.
Birmingham day retreat 25th May
This retreat is open to Black, Mixed race, Asian and women of colour or however you may identify.
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 Bali, with one in September 2025, details here, www.yogawithemmakelly.com/bali-retreat.html
She is passionate about collective care and healing within the black and racialised communities, to counter the negative effects of the daily challenges of racism and sexism. retreat is open to all levels including beginners and all body shapes and sizes welcome.
Phiona Ormesher will be facilitating the reflexology class , she is of Jamaican heritage, a qualified counsellor , holistic therapist, reflexologist, aromatherapist, mizan therapist and women's circle facilitator.
At Healing Space BIPOC we understand how culture, race and heritage impacts wellness.
Spiritual practices are respected across cultures and a attitude of learning and growth.
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!
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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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"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. We ended the day learning about African spirituality with Emma, who guided us through a wonderful Goddess exercise which was empowering and allowed us to receive messages of hope, compassion and resilience." Natasha Dsouza |
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