Becoming A Woman
Upcoming 2-Day Workshops
16th & 17th February
Friday 7:00 - 9:30 pm & Saturday 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Northern Beaches, Sydney
$175 /mother & daughter pair
21st &22nd June
Friday 7:00 - 9:30 pm & Saturday 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Northern Beaches, Sydney
$175 per mother & daughter pair
15th & 16th November
Friday 7:00 - 9:30 pm & Saturday 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Alma Yoga Studio, Mosman
$175 per mother & daughter pair
A gathering for girls, pre-menarche (onset of menstruation) or just ‘started’, with their mothers, to demystify the menstrual cycle and to learn about the physical and spiritual opportunities offered each month by this miraculous process. Together we will honour the feminine experience of the menstrual cycle, celebrate being a woman and heal the ‘wounded feminine’ of our times.
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“The room at the Becoming A Woman Workshop was so beautiful and safe. All the women and girls seemed relaxed and able to share and learn thanks to Martina's ability to set up and hold such a nourishing space. I have so much joy knowing that this is my daughter's experience and the positive effect the circle creates as we all go out into the world.”
— Natalie Choo
“This was life-changing for me. I didn’t know what to expect but I certainly didn’t think it would be so transformative. There’s so many decisions I have made as a result of this workshop and so much more to come. I had no idea what it would mean for myself or my daughter and I really can’t thank you enough!!!”
— Chantal Harrison
The Blessings
The girls will have the opportunity to hear their mothers’ wisdom and stories, feel part of a “special sisterhood” ready to support and embrace them in the delicate and important Rite of Passage that is Menarche. Ideas will be shared on how to celebrate this event according to our Maidens preference, to help them live this transformative and crucial moment in a positive and empowering way.
The Journey
The gathering is conducted in a circle format over two sessions:
First session for the mothers only (Friday session 7:00 - 9:30 pm).
Second session for mums and daughters together (Saturday session 12:00 - 3:30 pm).
The mums are invited to share some of their experiences and the basics of the cycle will be explained, linking it to the cycles of the moon and earth seasons. Martina will conduct a meditation in the form of a shamanic drum journey to meet with the Circle of the Grandmothers and our own Inner Goddess. We’ll then draw and share on our experiences.
“The value we place on menstruation has a direct correlation with the value we place on ourselves as women”
— Lara Owen
The Gifts
The Maidens get the opportunity to share a special connection with their mothers and other women, in a safe and loving space. All women will gain a deeper understanding of the spiritual aspects of the menstrual cycle and learn practical tools to work with its energy in their every day life.
Together we will become more conscious of how menstrual shame and the patriarchal culture have impacted women’s lives on a subliminal level, and we will reclaim our power and divine nature, for ourselves and our daughters.
A variety of eco-friendly menstrual products of different brands will be displayed for perusal, including menstrual cups, reusable pads and period undies.
Each Maiden receives a copy of “Becoming – a Woman, a guide for girls approaching menstruation”, and print outs of the workshop contents.