I AM THE PROCESS
a deep somatic dive into our natural self
with Helen Noakes and Susana Walter
8th - 15th May 2027 - Southern Greece
We are the process - life wants to fizz and bubble inside us.
Our being yearns to blossom at all times. We need a fundamental practice in withholding our old structures, plans and wishes to give us space for change and movement. We can enjoy being a beginner in every moment, fully experiencing the present. We will focus on exploring our possibilities and align with the courage to step into the unknown.
This seminar is an invitation to move beyond our mental and physical limitations. So how can we evolve from restrictions and tension in our physical and energetic body? We will be learning tools from a wide variety of origins:
to root ourselves;
to regulate our nervous system;
to create spaciousness for silence and deep listening;
to be moved by guided sequences to encourage mobility, freedom and strength.
With a lot of love and grace, we can learn to listen closely to our inner whisper, our body language and follow our own subtle impulses guiding the way towards more joy and humour, more inner confidence and peace, using an intentional focus alongside healthy breathing and bodywork.
The techniques we will be offering:
Watsu wild water sessions in the Aegean Sea.
Pendulation inspired by Peter Levine, Somatic Experiencing.
Physical exercises to enhance your energy levels, such as Isometrics.
Reflecting questions through journaling and sharing our insights
Yoga practice inspired by the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli.
Vagus nerve Exercises by Stanley Rosenberg
TRE – Trauma Release Exercises
A guided Breathing Meditation alongside the Buteyko method
This can be a wonderful step towards more liberty, releasing repetitive patterns trapped in our reactions within our bodymind. Unblocking is a transformative tool, doing less, instead of adding more. AND - the understanding of neurophysiological pathways is a key to our potential .
Are you ready?
We are happy to welcome you in 2027.
Accommodation
The private apartments at Cavo Kortia in the small village of Kiparissi, Peloponnese, Greece, offer understated luxury with super comfortable beds, sea views, and traditional charm. Each apartment has ensuite facilities as well as a kitchen. There are plenty of outdoor terraces to soak up the sun and also a beautiful on-site restaurant with excellent food and amazing views. Cavo Kortia is a few metres from 2 gorgeous beaches.
Studio Single Occupancy Euros 1225
Double Occupancy Euros 1025 pp (suitable for couples)
1-Bedroom Apartment
Twin or Double Occupancy Euros 1095 pp
Single Occupancy Euros 1,575
Price includes accommodation, Welcome dinner and 5 days of 5 hr teaching sessions.
This does not include flights, travel or other meals.
Delicious home cooked food can be purchased at the on-site restaurant for reasonable prices.
Daily Schedule
8.30 to 10.00 morning session - invigorating and enhancing led practice such as isometrics exercises and yoga.
11.00 to 13.00 explorative session - reflective journalling, breathing meditation and exercises incorporating the vagus nerve.
17.00 to 18.30 evening session - TRE, relaxing and restorative led practice such as clinical somatics.
Reserve Your Space
Meet Your Facilitators
Helen Noakes
My first taste of yoga was in 1993 in Melbourne, Australia where I was introduced to the teachings of Iyengar.
My whole being was catapulted into a new world when I had the good fortune to train with Gary Carter in 2002. Discovering Yoga in the spirit of Vanda Scaravelli offered me firm grounding and gave me the courage to guide others. This changed everything along with the experience of live dissection with Julian Baker and Gary at Functional Anatomy.
I have also been privileged to study with my teacher and mentor Elizabeth Pauntz, and attended seminars with great souls such as Sandra Sabatini, Diane Long, John Stirk, Monica Voss, Sophie Hoare, Joanne Avison and for the past few years have enjoyed retreats with Angela Farmer and Victor. Malcom Manning and his teachings in Feldenkrais have also given me huge inspiration.
This has helped me get closer to the direct teaching of Vanda Scaravelli and guided me into the magic of my own physiology. I am also directly inspired by Gabrielle Roth’s 5Rhythms dance, Jo Cobbett, and Elena Tonetti’s Birth Into Being.
Susana Walter
Susana Walter is a Body-, Psycho- and Traumatherapist since 2004, working in her own practise www.soulbody.de in Berlin, Germany and Basel, Switzerland.
She takes physical and mental evidence of a crisis, stress, overload or pain as an important sign to guide your way towards a healthy inner balance, creating an upright and energetic focus illuminating your path. Her approach is lead by deep listening, reading hidden signs and finding sustainable little steps in patience and empathy, looking for more inner peace and warmth in ourselves and our world.
She is a Naturopath for Psychotherapy, a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, a Watsu® Practitioner, holding a certification as a pediatric nurse, HRV Trainer and HEG-Neurofeedback Trainer, is a Music- and Dancetherapist, has several Bodywork and Massage skills and is trained in accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve.