Julian says, "The Haven is beautifully set on the waterfront on Gabriola Island. I wasn't sure what to expect at this workshop. I was hoping I would find more confidence in using my voice as I have been confident in speaking in public but deathly afraid of singing in public! What I found was a very safe space to explore making all kinds of sound from humming and babble to overtone chanting and yes." See more
Odette says, "The Podcast from Hear was an audio storytelling program at Hollyhock. How much honesty and strength a circle of women can have, multiplied by the setting. We shared and grew, our group of diverse identities and experiences." See more
Thomas says, "I acknowledged a deeper connection to "just being" in this human body and experiencing my senses without so many thoughts and opinions in my head about it. After the sensing exercises and meditation I noticed a clearer presence and more energy afterward." See more
Natasha says, "My ten-year-old just loved this program and can't wait to go to the next one! Program leaders are outstanding!" See more
Debra says, "Life altering experience. Most authentic person I've met to date." See more
Valerie says, "Beautiful location, professional teachers with years of extensive training and experiential experience to draw from. Great balance between structure and class flow." See more
Sandra says, "This was my first time to attend one of the annual Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre's Mahamudra Retreats. It was a truly amazing experience in every way, from the depth of the teachings to the teachers, staff and participants." See more
Katka says, "Super fun a amazing workshop, I learn fast because Sarah explained everything very good 🤩🥳 thank you" See more
Ashley says, "This immersive experience provided a gentle introduction to new tools and techniques that I can now carry with me on my journey. The experiential approach made it easier to grasp new ways of understanding ourselves and the world around us." See more