Shamanic Kink
A deep journey of personal and interpersonal transformation, healing and fun explorations in the magical nature of upstate New York, on Mohican land.
Join Francesca & Terra for a 7-Day deep dive into BDSM's tools, toys, and techniques for healing, ritual and therapeutic use amidst the beauty of the North-Eastern midsummer forests.
Read all about the training below or join our Teaser Call on May 28th at 8:30pm Eastern time!
Maybe you’ve found your way into the realms of BDSM, or hovered around the edges of it. Maybe you’ve found it exciting, enticing, felt drawn and then didn’t find the right time and place to step in… Maybe you’ve gone deep and desire to expand and explore even deeper.
If you’ve felt some of the juiciness and power available to you in this realm, and you’d like to truly get to the core of how to use it in a powerful, transformative and shamanic way, join Terra and Francesca for a profound immersion into the essence of conscious BDSM.
During this 7-day in-person immersion, we will dive deep in how to use the tools, toys, and techniques of BDSM for healing, ritual and transformation.
THE ARCHETYPAL PLAY BETWEEN DOMINANT AND SUBMISSIVE, when framed and played consciously, masterfully and consensually, can open doorways to a deeply inspiring, fulfilling and purposeful place. At the Shamanic Kink Immersion, Terra and Francesca will share with you their own lived experience, tools and transmissions on how to journey masterfully into this profoundly transformational space.
THIS COURSE WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH all that you will need to know to work with the energy of the power exchange dynamic for healing, transformation, release of shame, and empowerment.
You will get a wide and empowering framework for the Dominant and/or submissive archetypes inside of you to freely and generously express themselves. Through the experiences provided in this course you may find a deeper understanding of who you are in relation to all that is, and how you want to express yourself in the world powerfully.
The Training provides you with opportunities to engage in powerfully negotiated and intentional scenes, in order to expand your BDSM play, D/s Relationship, or Professional Kink practice. We will also teach you techniques and share templates to support you in building Shamanic Kink scenes.
IT CAN BE DEEPLY HEALING FOR INDIVIDUALS to experience a Kinky Erotic Container that has an intention of slowing down, being present, and experiencing the flow of energy and transformation. When we become the trained guides of this type of BDSM journeywork, we not only delight our play partners,
we change their lives.
THE IMMERSION DRAWS ITS TEACHINGS FROM:
~ Shamanism ~ Tantra ~ Psychology ~ Neurobiology ~ Sexology ~ Taoism ~ Somatics ~ Recovery from Trauma ~ Contemporary Kink/BDSM
** DAILY SHAMANIC KINK UNIVERSITY: CUTTING EDGE SCIENCE ON THE NEUROBIOLOGY OF TRAUMA, TRANSFORMATION & BDSM
** DAILY SHAMANIC KINK DOJO: PRACTICUM IN CONSCIOUS & SHAMANIC SCENES - ENERGETICS - SESSIONS - CEREMONIES
** SECRET PRACTICES REVEALED THROUGH THE LINEAGE OF THE TEMPLE OF SHADOWS & THE WIZARDS WAY OF RITUAL SCENE PLAY
** CEREMONIAL CACAO RITUALS:
You will also get the chance to connect with ceremonial Cacao in a few of our initiatory rituals, supporting the sensitive and empowered expression of Eros & Kink.
** THREE CEREMONIAL ZOOMS: A foundational and preparation ceremonial zoom call & two follow-up Zoom Ceremonies of integration. All of these calls will be guided by Terra and Francesca and offer valuable extra content to this training in a 90-minute ritual framework.
AS WELL AS...
YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO SAFELY AND POWERFULLY ENGAGE IN:
YOU WILL BE TRAINED IN:
WE WILL ALSO BE COVERING HOW Tantra, Psychology, Somatics, and Sexology can be combined with a knowledge of Kink/BDSM to:
This intensive uses BDSM's tools, toys and techniques to engage in healing, expansive and transformational work/play, in an interpersonal setting. The immersion is designed for those who already have some experience in Kink/BDSM, who ideally have integrated a basic foundation in the fields of:
The training also welcomes those who have solid experience in one or two of these fields, and a strong interest but less experience in the other. We go over some basic conscious kink principles, which is the foundational framework of the Shamanic Kink practice, yet for people who have very little experience in this field we would recommend taking some preparatory workshops (online or in person) if those are available to you.
THIS TRAINING IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
QUESTIONS & INQUIRIES:
If you have any questions about the immersion, please contact us here:
Francesca: relationshipdiva@gmail.com
Terra: terra.she@protonmail.com
If you have any questions about the venue, travel logistics, rooming or meals, please contact our organizer Javi Martinez (she/her) at jms815@outlook.com
Francesca Gentille
Francesca Gentille is a Certified Clinical Sexolgist, Relationship Counselor, Radio Host, award winning author, and expert in the use of BDSM and Tantra as therapeutic modalities. Priestess Francesca has been leading group ritual in Temples of Love, Sacred Eros, Sensual Healing, Divine Connection, Ritual Theatre, Tantric Kink, the Sacred Primal, the Hidden Self, and Healing for over 30 years. Her 12 moon Certification is called The Tantric Shamanic Somatic Healer Training.
Francesca began Priestess training in 1985, the same year that she entered the Church of All Worlds community meeting Oberon and Morning Glory at the sacred land of Annwfn. In addition to being ordained through the Church of All Worlds, she is an ordained Isian Priestess, initiated daughter of Yemanja, initiated Mystoi of the Eleusinian Mysteries, 3rd Degree Priestess of Love & Eros, initiated Ishtarian Priestess, an initiated Priestess of Persephone, and certified in the One Spirit Cacao Lineage.
In San Francisco, she co-leads The Temple of Shadows; Sacred BDSM Temple. She is the founder of The Sacred Courtesan School of Mystery and Power. Contributing author to "Pop Goes the Witch", "The Marriage of Sex & Spirit" and "Creating Circles and Ceremonies", as well as quoted expert in "Rites of Pleasure."
Find out more about Francesca at www.francescagentille.com
Francesca Gentille
Francesca Gentille is a Certified Clinical Sexolgist, Relationship Counselor, Radio Host, award winning author, and expert in the use of BDSM and Tantra as therapeutic modalities. Priestess Francesca has been leading group ritual in Temples of Love, Sacred Eros, Sensual Healing, Divine Connection, Ritual Theatre, Tantric Kink, the Sacred Primal, the Hidden Self, and Healing for over 30 years. Her 12 moon Certification is called The Tantric Shamanic Somatic Healer Training.
Francesca began Priestess training in 1985, the same year that she entered the Church of All Worlds community meeting Oberon and Morning Glory at the sacred land of Annwfn. In addition to being ordained through the Church of All Worlds, she is an ordained Isian Priestess, initiated daughter of Yemanja, initiated Mystoi of the Eleusinian Mysteries, 3rd Degree Priestess of Love & Eros, initiated Ishtarian Priestess, an initiated Priestess of Persephone, and certified in the One Spirit Cacao Lineage.
In San Francisco, she co-leads The Temple of Shadows; Sacred BDSM Temple. She is the founder of The Sacred Courtesan School of Mystery and Power. Contributing author to "Pop Goes the Witch", "The Marriage of Sex & Spirit" and "Creating Circles and Ceremonies", as well as quoted expert in "Rites of Pleasure."
Find out more about Francesca at www.francescagentille.com
Shadi Terra
Shadi Terra is a Shamanic Kink teacher and practitioner, sex & relationship educator, and an inspired transformational ritual facilitator. They support humans of all gender identities, ethnicities and sexual orientations to stand in their power, and own the unique gifts they have.
Terra has explored and trained extensively in the fields of shamanism, sacred sexuality, conscious kink, nonviolent communication and ritual over the past ten years. They have also worked with ceremonial Cacao as an ally for spiritual and emotional processing for the past 8 years, taught by Keith Wilson. Terra has been a student at the International School of Temple Arts since 2016 and organizes for ISTA since 2022. They have studied Mayan cosmology extensively with Tzutujil elder Francisco Puac, and they are a devotional song and shamanic voice channel.
Shadi identifies as genderqueer, and their sexual expression is mostly dominant and ecosexual. They are deep into conscious, shamanic and therapeutic BDSM as an erotic and healing art form, and feel passionate about supporting others to experience the transformation and pleasure available in these realms.
Find out more about Terra at
www.terraviva.love
"This was among the best trainings I’ve ever taken.
High integrity container, evocative and concretely applicable methods - I walked away with new internal discoveries, tools that empower my service to others, and a new piece of purpose.
This one I don’t hesitate one bit to recommend to anyone who feels intrigued."
"This training felt like it brought about a cellular level transformation. After spending so many years searching and trying to understand why I could not fit into the muggle work world, I now feel confident about my life calling, for the first time in my life. It gave me tools, framework, and a sense of integration that are needed for stepping forward as a sacred healer."
- Jay, USA
"This was a phenomenal training that held so much depth and beauty every step of the way. I was nervous to try something new, but Francesca and Terra created a safe container for me to feel competent and courageous enough to participate fully, which was confidence building and transformational to say the least. The group of people that attended this training was immaculate and the space in which we were held was encouraging, curious and loving. I have such a better and embodied understanding of therapeutic kink and its potential for healing and I am in awe at my own healing experience. Thank you so much!"
"My experience at the Shamanic Kink Immersion was a wild and enlightening ride, providing me with the opportunity to expand my understanding of kink and BDSM in regards to collaborative healing applications. The facilitation and format of the rituals allowed me to build experience and skill with every element of a good scene. Through our work exploring topics such as role play, sensation, and power exchange, I was able to deepen my understanding of the D/s dynamic and engage in incredibly powerful practice sessions. The container was safe, inclusive, and welcoming, offering sensitivity and non-judgment, which allowed me to tap into deeply vulnerable aspects of myself and craft ways to delve into my core wounds, knowing that I would have support when I needed it. The facilitation prompted us with just the right balance between playfulness and exploration as well as great discipline and structure. All the teachings were information-rich and insightful, and I appreciated the flow back and forth between learning and experiencing through the application of newly acquired knowledge. The closeness of the container naturally led to an ongoing support network to continue my journey. I came out of this experience with a notebook filled with some truly brilliant nuggets that each stand as portals for future explorations, and I am nothing but excited for where the immersion may lead me!"
This powerful workshop takes place at the beautiful Easton Mountain Retreat Center in Upstate New York, on Mohican land. The center sits on over 175 acres of wild woods with hiking trails, streams and ponds. The main lodge boasts our gorgeous group room, large indoor hot tub and cozy sunroom lounge. Embraced by the magical forest, the outside area offers gorgeous views, an outdoor pool, and a big wood-fired sauna with natural swimming pond.
Easton Mountain carries a potent history as it was created as a sanctuary by and for gay men in 1999, offering community and support in the wake of the AIDS epidemic. In recent years, the Easton Mountain stewards group have opened up their doors for a select handful of transformational space holders, extending the center's heritage of compassion and collective empowerment.
We feel very blessed to be able to offer this potent work on the Mohican land of Easton Mountain, supported by a precious community of queer humans.
INVESTMENT: $2445 USD
Sign up by paying a $500 deposit
Available discounts:
Early Bird: $2045 (sold out)
Repeater Rate: $1945 (4 left)
Assistant Rate: $1295
Shamanic Kink graduates can apply to assist here
Prices include:
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About Pricing:
The price includes all tuition, accommodation and meals but excludes travel to the venue. Spaces are limited on this retreat and registration will close once we have reached maximum capacity to ensure a supportive participant/facilitator ratio.
Payment & Cancellation Policy:
Sign up by paying a $500 deposit through Square using the payment button on this page. You will be redirected to the checkout page, and will receive email communications confirming your registration from us within 24 hours after completing the payment.
Final payment is due 30 days before the training start date, May 23rd, 2024.
Cancellations:
- Further than 30 days of training start date: $150 cancellation fee.
- 30-15 days before training start date: loss of $500 deposit, or move your registration to another Shamanic Kink Immersion with a $150 admin fee.
- Within the last two weeks before training start date: loss of $500 deposit.
QUESTIONS & INQUIRIES:
If you have any questions about the immersion, please contact us here:
Francesca: relationshipdiva@gmail.com
Terra: terra.she@protonmail.com
If you have any questions about the venue, travel logistics, rooming or meals, please contact our organizer Javi Martinez (she/her) at jms815@outlook.com
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