Deeper Waters
“When you want to know something, you become like it in every way” - Emilie Conrad
Program Description
The organism is context created and context related. Placing ourselves in the context of Deeper Waters we can begin to let the mystery, the sorcery, if you will, of the biological, fluid reality of our inherent capacity as living systems become the true teacher and the authentic path to follow.
It is in this tradition I am offering an in-depth study for those wanting to deepen the work in their own bodies and lives with a desire to be of service to the world and assist in changing the human landscape towards a more fluid and inclusive way of moving and being.
In 1977, when I met Baba Hari Dass and poured myself into the path of Yoga and the creation of Mt Madonna Center, a spiritual calling led me to in-depth study. The inquiry and answers to the questions on that path were and are revealed in the way I live my life, day by day, moment by moment. There was no money exchanged or big material sacrifice. A life of service was the path – Karma Yoga. Studying Sutras, 8 limbs and practices of Raj Yoga as well as Asana honed my understanding of Yoga on every level: Yoga means union - the seeker and the sought becoming one thing.
Deepening in the way of the ancient traditions allowed me to fine tune and immerse myself in the fluid medium of Continuum. The essence of this was summed up in Emilie’s instruction: “When you want to know something, you become like it in every way” to such an extent that the alchemical process of turning a lump of clay into a transmitting substance was refined again and again. After 8 years of intensive fluid movement immersion, Emilie asked me to begin teaching in 1986 – long before teacher training programs were all the rage - no modules, no counting hours, no certifications.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The journey consists of:
Pre-requisite: 6-week self-Guided course followng A Moving Inquiry the Art of Personal Practice: (Price not included in full tuition fee).
An initial online gathering prior to the first phase.
Monthly meetings ONLINE for 6 months.
A 3-day integration retreat to complete.
Deepening of basic principles, philosophy and vision of Continuum.
Focusing on developing an intimacy with the ways Continuum approaches breath, sound and movement.
Guidelines to develop your personal inquiry, following sensation as a guide and as an entry point to the fluid dynamics of life itself.
Each month will include a deep exploration of the material presented.
Developing the ability to language your experience when sharing and expressing your discoveries.
program Prerequisite
Establishing a regular Continuum practice is vital for understanding the work itself prior to apprenticing. To assist you in this endeavor, you will need to complete A Moving Inquiry: The Art of Personal Practice first. Contact beth@themovingwell if you have questions.
($100 tuition credit will be applied for Apprentices.)
Before you Apply
A substantial immersion into the work is recommended. When I studied with Emilie, her requirement was never a measurement of hours compiled, but rather, a mutually understood readiness for the student to enter into a transformational process in community. This is only possible with personal transmissions from person to person.
You are welcome to email me at any time to arrange additional support via phone or online via zoom.
A Note on Scope of Practice
This is not a therapeutic environment, although healing is bound to occur in this context.
If you have specific issues related to your well-being you would like to have addressed, I can schedule an individual Continuum session and establish a protocol to approach the issue through the lens of a biologically based movement practice.
Cost & DEtails
Pre-requisite: A Moving Inquiry Self-guided Book Course: $250 (paid separately)
Initiatory Gathering: Online weekend
Dates TBD : Saturday & Sunday, 10 am - 1 pm (Pacific Time) - Fee included in the Program
6 Monthly Meetings: Sundays, 9:30 AM - Noon (PT)
2 Individual Sessions during the program
3-day online Integration Retreat
At the completion of the online retreat you will receive a certificate of completion.
Full Program tuition: $950 (excludes the pre-requisite cost)
Going Further…
As in the modern world stamps of approval are sometimes necessary, if you are interested in certifications, accumulating hours and becoming part of the Continuum Teachers Association, a world-wide collective of teachers who have apprenticed with Emilie Conrad, we can support you in that process.
If you simply would like to go deeper into the well of your own personal practice and refine your understanding and live in a moment-to moment fluid Continuum – let’s spend time together.
testimonials
“The Course was a nurturing, safe and intimate space to explore somatic and fluid movement. It was refreshing to share time monthly with other apprentices with similar interests... to drop into a different language and practice than what’s required of us in our day-to-day lives. The guidance was illuminating, grounding and encouraging. The richness of knowledge that comes from learning different sounds, movements and anatomies is invaluable, and the opportunity to spread this work to others is an important form of activism. I highly recommend this apprenticeship to anyone looking to dive deeper into themselves, to explore their own fluidity, and to develop the resilience needed to tap into these parts of ourselves when we’re under the pressure and demands of everyday life. ”
“I can’t tell you how grateful I am to have found you and Continuum. These past 6 months through the mentorship with you have been such a fluid blessing in so many
ways. A time filled with love, exploration, inspiration, gracious guidance and support and wisdom of the teachings of Continuum and the guidance to help me share this beautiful fluid practice. Thank you for all your love and support during my “time of awakening”. So grateful to have your guidance on assisting my body through the process.”
“Deeper Waters has opened a door I have longed for for many years. By joining you and the others I’ve devoted myself to a practice I only dreamt of up until now. It took you, and my dedication to the program, to shift me from longing into belonging. I am now one of the many Continuum practitioner around the world living this dream. ”
“I am learning to see. I don’t know why it is, but everything enters me more deeply and doesn’t stop where it once used to.”