Self Care and Healing Day Retreat for black women and women of colour
London
27th October 11.30 to 4.30pm
Experience community, connection, relaxation, learning and fun.
A nourishing and supportive day.
The aim of the day is to,
Each person's contribution and uniqueness will be valued and respected.
The retreat will include gentle yoga, meditation, a self care workshop and a women's circle for womb health.
This retreat is open to Black, Mixed race, Asian and women of colour or however you may identify.
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 likeminded 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.
Each person's contribution and uniqueness will be valued and respected.
The retreat will include gentle yoga, meditation, a self care workshop and a women's circle for womb health.
This retreat is open to Black, Mixed race, Asian and women of colour or however you may identify.
"Attending the retreat was the start of my healing journey and helped me to focus on my mental and physical wellbeing goals.
It was a very safe space to learn and grow with likeminded people.
The day retreat was culturally specific and I learned more about my African Caribbean heritage.
You have created something very special." Annishia Buss
Price and booking
The Early bird price is £65, until the 24th October, full price is £80 until the start of the retreat.
The price of the retreat includes 1 yoga and meditation session, 1 women's circle, 1 self care workshop.
Herbal teas will be provided
This day retreat is non refundable.
This day retreat is open to all levels, including complete beginners and all body shapes and sizes welcome.
Location
North London buddhist centre, 72 Holloway road, London, N78JG
The Early bird price is £65, until the 24th October, full price is £80 until the start of the retreat.
The price of the retreat includes 1 yoga and meditation session, 1 women's circle, 1 self care workshop.
Herbal teas will be provided
This day retreat is non refundable.
This day retreat is open to all levels, including complete beginners and all body shapes and sizes welcome.
Location
North London buddhist centre, 72 Holloway road, London, N78JG
Day Retreat London 27th October
You will be welcomed to the retreat with herbal teas to support relaxation and wellness.
You will settle into the quiet, calming space, roll out your yoga mat and be led through a gentle and restoring yoga class to help you feel grounded and calm.
The yoga class will be taught by Emma Kelly, the founder of Healing Space BIPOC and yoga teacher of 10 years.
We will then have a women's circle, a safe space for us to come together, to support each other.
A space to be seen, heard and valued just as they are. A safe space to connect with like-minded women, recharge your batteries, and tap into your soul’s wisdom.
This will be facilitated by Phiona Ormesher who specialises in womb and women's wellness.
As black women and women of colour it’s important to have a safe spaces to discuss and heal menstrual and hormonal challenges.
Menstrual problems such as painful periods, fibroids, PCOS and endometriosis affect black women significantly more than white women.
Also, Asian women are effected by these condition at higher rates than white women.
This women's circle is led by you the individual and you can share as much as you like or listen and does not have to be related to womb health, we will listen and support.
We will then stop for a lunch break to give you free time to connect and chat with like minded people, or you may like to take this time for a pause and quiet time.
You will settle into the quiet, calming space, roll out your yoga mat and be led through a gentle and restoring yoga class to help you feel grounded and calm.
The yoga class will be taught by Emma Kelly, the founder of Healing Space BIPOC and yoga teacher of 10 years.
We will then have a women's circle, a safe space for us to come together, to support each other.
A space to be seen, heard and valued just as they are. A safe space to connect with like-minded women, recharge your batteries, and tap into your soul’s wisdom.
This will be facilitated by Phiona Ormesher who specialises in womb and women's wellness.
As black women and women of colour it’s important to have a safe spaces to discuss and heal menstrual and hormonal challenges.
Menstrual problems such as painful periods, fibroids, PCOS and endometriosis affect black women significantly more than white women.
Also, Asian women are effected by these condition at higher rates than white women.
This women's circle is led by you the individual and you can share as much as you like or listen and does not have to be related to womb health, we will listen and support.
We will then stop for a lunch break to give you free time to connect and chat with like minded people, or you may like to take this time for a pause and quiet time.
The final session of the day will focus on self care and creating actionable steps to implement our wellness goals, whilst acknowledging our personal and collective challenges of doing so.
The day retreat will be run by Emma Kelly, a White British and African Caribbean woman.
Emma is an African spiritual researcher/practitioner, mentor, yoga teacher, international retreat host and trained social worker.
Emma teaches yoga classes, workshops and retreats since 2014, having studied my yoga teacher training in India and running retreats in Goa, with one in January 2025, details here, www.yogawithemmakelly.com/goa-yoga-retreat-january-2025.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.
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!
The day retreat will be run by Emma Kelly, a White British and African Caribbean woman.
Emma is an African spiritual researcher/practitioner, mentor, yoga teacher, international retreat host and trained social worker.
Emma teaches yoga classes, workshops and retreats since 2014, having studied my yoga teacher training in India and running retreats in Goa, with one in January 2025, details here, www.yogawithemmakelly.com/goa-yoga-retreat-january-2025.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.
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!
Day Retreat London 27th October
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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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"Being a part of the day retreat was such a wonderful experience. Practicing yoga, meditation and learning together in this supportive and healing space with likeminded folk left me feeling energised and inspired. What a joyful way to practice care for ourselves." Noemie Djossou |
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"Thank you for such an empowering session, I woke up the next day on a high!!!!
The space you held for us all was absolutely beautiful and the thing I kept saying last night was...Finally some one who understands me... You have given me the tools to diminish those fears about not feeling guilty about speaking up and saying it exactly how it is. You understand the struggles and the ones our ancestors faced. We are both healing and uplifting each other. Aisha Amira Kankiya |
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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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"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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