Next Up at
Oak Grove Retreat
This summer we invite you to join us for meditative art, drumming, breathwork, Reiki, sound ceremonies and more. Descriptions and booking info below!
Weekly Movements classes with resident Artist Caroleeena!!
Yin Yoga for Splits
Mondays- Yin Yoga for Splits
6:30-7:30 pm
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Don't be scared of this name. This is a stretching and strengthening class that will open up your walking and help you feel refreshed at the end of it. This class opens with some strengthening moves but most of the practice is sitting or lying and doing bends to open up the front of the pelvis and inside of the thighs to keep our legs moving freely so we can move better in our everyday lives. These practices have measurable benefits for your balance as well as your central nervous system. They help you feel calmer, more confident, and able to handle pain better. To be still, to breathe, and to explore inwardly, inside our bodies, to learn ourselves from the inside out, that's our goal. Come explore.
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RSVP's Appreciated!
A Profound Sunday Event
November 9th at 2-4pm
Greenville NC inhabitants- Justin Borer and Nathan Maxwell, together, merge the lines of sound and exploration.
Playing with hammer dulcimers, gongs, harmoniums, violin, bells, singing bowls, cymbals, chimes, and other sources of tone and texture, Brief Being explore the overlapping realms of free improvisation, minimalism, acoustic drone, and sound healing. Cultivating an experience of vibration as a feeling of expansion, open space, meditation, grounding, and nourishment.
“Brief Being” could potentially refer to the transient nature of existence or the brevity of life. It might imply an understanding or contemplation of the limited time we have as conscious beings in this world. This concept could encourage individuals to value and make the most of their time, fostering a sense of mindfulness, presence, and appreciation for each moment. It could also encompass reflections on impermanence and the idea that life is a fleeting experience that should be embraced and lived to its fullest extent.
Brief Being is a celebration of sound, depth, and mystery. An inclusive, embodied, participatory learning process. A remembering of connection, and a joyful gesture toward the sublime majesty of the moment.
Bring a chair, yoga mat, blanket, and/or whatever else you desire, to nestle in and enjoy the free flow style that is Brief Being.
Thank You for being a part of this journey with Us.
A Profound Sunday Event
November 30th at 2-4pm
Holiday
Watercolor Workshop
With Kelly Rye
Tis the season for watercolor FUN!​
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​Come join us for a simple, relaxing watercolor workshop, where we will be painting a festive glowing Christmas tree and more. The perfect way to slow down, find your calm, and start your creative holiday journey. Whether you’re a total beginner or someone rediscovering your creativity, this challenge is made for you. In this workshop, you’ll learn to paint Christmas illustrations, from trees and snowflakes to berries and decorations, all while building confidence and peace through watercolor.
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This class does not require any artistic skill or experience – only a desire to create, have fun, and go with the flow. This class will help you to integrate your own individual style and flare, as you’re being guided throughout this fun and playful watercolor class. All experience levels welcome!
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This workshop is a judgment free zone. No experience needed. Just bring yourself, a smile, and some clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy in.
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All supplies will be provided: quality watercolor paper, watercolor palette paints, paint markers, brushes, music and good vibes. If you have your own supplies, feel free to bring as well!
December 6th & 7th
SoundPoint Bodywork
with Deborah Steddom
SoundPoint bodywork offers a unique approach to energy work. It utilizes a combination of pressure points and sound to release blockages and restore balance. Deborah interprets the energy during the session, providing her clients with the clarity and support necessary for lasting change.
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Deborah Steddom is an intuitive teacher and author of the workbook Owner's Manual for the Soul. She has spent over 50 years exploring the practical application of spiritual concepts. She continues to develop simple techniques that empower us all on our inner journeys, combined with the education to implement them into daily life.
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All of our answers lie within. A private session with Deb is a supported journey into the truth of who we are. Beyond our experiences, feelings and emotions lies an innate core of wisdom and wholeness. The one hour sessions are interactive and affirming, providing powerful tools to enhance your personal growth experience. For more information and to schedule your session, email Deborah at:
Text: (719) 685-0780
Testimonials:
"Deb has a wonderful way of putting you at ease just by being herself. By the end of our time together I found that my fears were no longer in charge. The relief and freedom I felt was amazing!" - A. Sunseri
"My first reading with Deb was one I will never forget. It was as if she saw into my soul and spoke so freely and kindly to it. Deb is truly a gifted medium, teacher and friend! - C. Deihl
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Deborah will be offering individual sessions on December 6th and 7th. Please contact her directly to schedule your private session.
A Profound Sunday Event
December 7th at 2-4pm
Join us as we express ourselves on the drum and discuss things that are on our minds about ourselves and the world around us.
No drumming experience is needed, just an openness to expressing yourself in new ways. Loaner drums are available along with other percussion instruments.
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The history of drumming is long and varied, with drums appearing in many ancient cultures and serving a variety of purposes:
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Spiritual ceremonies: Drums were used in rituals to connect with the divine and infuse spiritual energy.
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Communal gatherings: Drums were used to foster a sense of belonging and solidarity among tribe members.
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Communication: Drums were used to convey messages and coordinate activities within and between communities.
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All of these are needed today as much as they were needed in the past.
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Supporting Members are free.
Others $10 at the door.
Additional donations are accepted to help cover costs
A Profound Sunday Event
December 14th at 2-4pm
What better way to prepare for the holiday season, get energized and charged with the healing light that is Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key) in a loving community circle.
Join us here at Oak Grove Retreat for a very special Reiki Share/Circle led by Third Degree Reiki (Usui) Master Kelly Gene Rye. Together we will learn the wonders and benefits of Reiki and how it can be a powerful healing modality for ourselves, loved ones, and community. This will also be a great opportunity to experience Reiki first hand, in a community circle of like minded individuals who ultimately strive for the same goal, peace and love for all.
Healing isn’t just for times of great pain or strife. It is something that can be done to create feelings of peace, relaxation, and well-being every day. And, more importantly, everyone possesses the power to be their own healer. They only need to learn how to align with their higher self and tune into their energy to unlock their abilities. Reiki, a renowned ancient wellness practice with roots in Japan, uses soothing vibrations, usually generated from the hands, to release emotional blockages and relax the body. This proven and honored technique is a natural way to strengthen your immune system, lower stress levels, and relieve physical and emotional pain (and so much more). With expert guidance, anyone can tap into their inner healer and cultivate a Reiki practice that rejuvenates their mind, body, soul, spirit and beyond...
What is Reiki?
If you’re new to this, at its core, Reiki is a healing practice that involves channeling energy through the hands to promote relaxation, balance, and overall well being. This ancient healing modality can help balance one's energy on a physical, mental, and emotional level. Helping to bring peace, calm, and tranquility to all of your vital energy centers in and around the body. Reiki sessions involve a practitioner using little to lite (or no touch), to channel reiki energy (universal life force, chi, prana, mana, etc.) into the participant. Essentially bringing a sense of ease and rejuvenation, through the channel of Light and Love.
What is a Reiki Share?
Reiki shares are gatherings where Reiki practitioners come together to share their skills and offer healing to one another. These circles offer numerous benefits to practitioners, including: a deeper sense of community, enhanced skills, and a more profound understanding of the power of Reiki. Reiki exchange circles provide practitioners with a space to practice and deepen their skills, while receiving healing themselves. The best of both worlds if you ask me!
If you decide to join this amazing Reiki share, you can expect to experience a supportive, nurturing atmosphere where you can give and receive Reiki, connect with other practitioners, and deepen your understanding of this powerful healing modality. Whether you are new to Reiki or an experienced practitioner, a Reiki share can be an enriching and illuminating experience that helps to foster personal growth and community.
