Ananda news

Back at the Sanctuary

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:30:00 GMT

Hello everyone,

I am now back at the Sanctuary seeing clients again after very intense surgery in the Gold Coast.

So it's time to share with you about my surgery and journey with "Lippy" Lipoedema.

Far back from when I can remember being in my 20's, I always thought there was something wrong with my body when I received any type of massage. The first thing was the pain! especially on my arms and legs so the therapists would use a 'firmer pressure' because I had little pea like structures under my skin and so I believed that with constant massage the pain and 'peas' would go away but they never did so in the end I avoided being massaged or touched firmly at all because the pain was too intense.

I spoke to doctors about the pain and searched down many avenues for answers. In my late 20's I had my first child and after he was born 'these painful bits' became worse. I also noticed that although I was still really slim, my hips and thighs were much bigger now in proportion to the rest of my body so I had the tiny waist with the bigger legs and I also bruised really easily.

Over the years this grew worse and I went down many rabbit holes of researching multiple healing modalities to no avail.

Then just before my bladder mesh was removed in 2019 a dear friend and former student 'Brooke' told me one day about Lipoedema and I thought 'Oh my Gosh! that is exactly my symptoms' so I sought a Doctor who specialised in Lipoedema and as it turned out I had a positive diagnoses.

The first thing I did was 'try' to wear compression garments. I say try because believe me, they are the last thing you want to be in especially on a hot summer's day.

So I was on and off with the garments. I had MLD (manual lymph drainage) which helped but the symptoms always came back by the end of the day. I tried compression suits, saunas, anything that I thought might help. Then in 2020 I had my bladder mesh removed and from there on in I started to gain weight, become tired, my legs were always swollen and wearing a blood pressure cuff was absolutely excruciating! Little did I know, I was in the final (stage 4) of Lipoedema in my arms and tummy and stage 3 in my legs.

Lipoedema is a chronic condition that some women and extremely rarely men are born with and the stages lay dormant until activated by big life events like puberty, child birth, surgery, trauma and menopause which leads experts to believe that the condition may occur due to changes in hormones.

Lipoedema is a painful and abnormal accumulation of fat cells in the hips, thighs, buttocks legs and sometimes arms and tummy. This fat continues to worsen and the "fat cannot be exercised or dieted away" no matter how well a person may eat or exercise.

It is estimated that 1 in 10 women suffer with Lipoedema and the condition is poorly understood and often misdiagnosed as obesity, lymphedema and even Fibromyalgia. Having Lipoedema can affect a persons self esteem, self-worth and cause psychological damage from not being diagnosed properly not to mention the physical pain and limitation on the body as the fat cells grow.

There are conservative treatments, however for myself I chose surgery and have had the Lipoedema removed from my arms and stomach. By surgically removing the Lipoedema, it means that the diseased tissue will not return, there will be more mobility and no more painful inflammation.

It's early days for me but already I can see the results and are absolutely thrilled. So much diseased fat has been removed and I already feel lighter, brighter and freer.

I have so many people to thank who have supported me on this journey, yourselves for one, my family especially Brad and my father who funded this for me. My teacher and mentor A, my dear friends, Collette who looked after my dogs, Brooke and my amazing Paul and Dr Chris Lekich Lipoedema Surgical Solution - Dr Chris Lekich my surgeon at Miami Private Hospital on the Gold Coast.

Dr Lekich and his staff went above and beyond to look after me with so much compassion that I was blown away by the level of professionalism they showed. With such a highly skilled surgeon with so much experience and so much compassion you can't go wrong.

So if anyone thinks they may have Lipoedema please reach out to Dr Lekich here Lipoedema Surgical Solution - Dr Chris Lekich or visit their website lipoedemasurgicalsolution.com

In the meantime, thank you for reading my story and please share the word because little is known about this disease out in the community.

With much love,

I have something to share

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 09:05:00 GMT

Hello everyone,

I wanted to let you all know that from now until the end of September I will not be able to offer any more one on one sessions.

My plate is really full and here is why.

I have a Reiki Masters Shinpiden Training on the 18th August. On the 24th August I will be in Sydney teaching a Module 3 Tantra Practitioner Training and then I head to the Gold Coast with my love for surgery.

As I have mentioned once before in a previous face book post, my surgery is going to be filmed and aired because what I have affects one in seven women and not much is known about this disease in the community.

I will be in a vulnerable space, however I once learnt from a Master “vulnerability is your greatest power” therefore I have sat in meditation for many months asking for the answer to share this and of course its a big yes!!!!

My wish, hope and service to humanity is to bring more awareness which will then ripple out to healing for hundreds of thousands of women plus its a great platform for men to learn too and hold loving space for their partner not to mention a deep understanding of what she is going through.

Its not a walk in the park surgery……it is super intense! However I have endured much pain in my life but also I have achieved a lot of success, love and friendships as well for everything is duality and for that I am so grateful.

Some say “its your Karma” yet we are all working on our karma, all of us at some point in time. Ours, our families, our friends, our community and our country. We all share in karma and its not a punishment, karma is simply a balance of energies.

This condition has been hugely amplified by my journey with “mesh” which lawyers are still fighting in courts.

But besides all that I want to show women (and men) that in the face of adversity you can still be beautiful, amazing, powerful and successful!

I look forward to sharing this big journey with you all soon.

With love

Newsletter June 2024

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 03:22:00 GMT

Hello everyone,

I have been a little slow sending out newsletters of late, however, I finally have had some time to send you our latest news.

Recently, I had the pleasure of teaching 15 amazing couples at the recent couples retreat at Rothwood Wedding and Events Venue.

I would like to thank all of the couples who attended and stepped deeply into their sacred love. There was lots of learning, growing, sharing and connection and for some, letting go of tears and healing the past. I am so proud of you all.

Paul Marwood thank you so much for being a rock for all of us this weekend and for helping me facilitate this amazing event. You held such a powerful space for the men to share as well looking after the technical stuff that I am hopeless at.

To my dear friend Rita, for working non stop to ensure this weekend flowed for all. Thank you for your infectious laughs, your humour and your kind and loving heart. We all appreciated you.

Thank you Rina, my amazing Chef who also worked tirelessly to cook our yummy meals for the weekend and dinner around the open fire was the best!

To Rothwood for allowing us to host our 31st Couples Retreat at your breath taking venue. Thank you Kevin, Swan and Noelene.

I will be holding another Couples Retreat on the 15th and 16th February 2025 at the beautiful Pullman Bunker Bay Retreat in Dunsborough Perth. Details coming soon.

In love and service

Catherine xx

In other news we have some awesome events coming up soon!

1. COUPLES SENSUAL MASSAGE WORKSHOP - 7th July and 10th August Click Online

2. INTERNATIONALLY CERTIFIED TANTRA TRAINING PERTH - 13th, 14th and 15th July Click Online LAST IN PERSON TRAINING

3. INTERNATIONALLY CERTIFIED TEACHER TRAINING MEDITATION ONLINE - 23rd July Click Online

4. CERTIFIED REIKI 1 SHODEN TRAINING PERTH - 28th July Click Online

5. INTERNATIONALLY CERTIFIED TANTRA PRACTITIONER TRAINING MODULE 3 SYDNEY - 24th, 25th, 26th and 27th August Click Online

www.sanctuaryofananda.com.au

Couples Winter Retreat

Wed, 08 May 2024 07:56:00 GMT

Your relationship is one of the most important gifts in your life, so when was the last time you and your partner really took time out to connect, communicate, share sacred moments and become mesmerised in each other's touch?

Whether you want to re-ignite the passion back into your relationship, spend quality time together, learn techniques to enhance closer intimacy and connection then this Retreat is definitely for you!

Please join us for for a magical weekend embracing the journey of Sacred Love at one of Western Australia's premier venues ROTHWOOD RECEPTION CENTRE (multiple times winner of the Brides Choice Awards).

"These amazing life changing Retreats were created by the Sanctuary for Couples to Celebrate their Sacred Love

and to learn tools and techniques to embrace the teachings of Tantra as a holistic approach to life counselling"

Intimacy starts with knowing self first, then getting to know your partner integrating a beautiful, harmonious relationship that connects two people emotionally, physically and spiritually.

Your relationship with your partner is and should be one of the most important and cherished priorities in your life and when honoured with dedication and commitment, everything flourishes with abundant growth, harmony, contentment and love which then creates prosperity into every area of your life.

By making the conscious and committed time and effort together to sit and just BE in each other’s company, energy and sacred space will definitely help enhance more passion, love and joy into your Unity and let’s face it, that is something every single person who is in a relationship is looking for. The focus is not about the body, it’s about connection and intimacy or in other words we could look at it like emotional connection. When we learn skills and techniques that embody emotional connection the domino effect is passionate and exhilarating physical intimacy. So to enjoy the icing you first have to make the cake which is what this Retreat is all about.

Intimacy, like anything in life has to be learned and what an exciting discovery to behold. After many years of studying and teaching in the field of Tantra that I teach, there are two major ingredients to the act of 'beautiful intimacy' known in Tantric terminology as “Sacred Union” and that is emotional connection and physical connection.

When we concentrate and focus on the exploration of emotional connection first, we integrate all of the principles of friendship, trust, communication, joy, safety and love into our scared union, this builds the core foundation for intimacy. There is no greater liberation than allowing ourselves the freedom to surrender to the deepest abyss of the oceans of our emotions, from our light to our dark. To feel vulnerable present and safe with our beloved, allows our hearts to open and connect deeper into the heart of love.

The practice of Tantra teaches us to become the witness, the observer of the play of life and the roles of the masculine/feminine at play. A woman embodied in her heart, her Shakti will know instinctively how to honour and appreciate her lover. For him, her femininity feeds him nourishment and love and becomes an insatiable thirst to let her go. A man embodied in his Shiva essence, the powerful wise and strong yet gentle and aware masculine will understand how to cherish his woman and saturate her with his love, he will know how to touch her, where to touch her, what to say, when to say it and when to walk away. This is one of the reasons throughout time men were known as “gentlemen”. They knew how to treat and respect a lady. It is only through his Shiva presence that a woman will feel safe, safe to surrender to the power of the flame and passion; she will know in that moment that she represents every woman in the Universe to her beloved.

When couples connection is celebrated in this joyous harmonious dance, we experience the union of duality, spirituality and love through the soul, physical ecstasy through the body and the senses and the spirit comes alive, fully conscious of the unconscious.

As you experience higher stages of bliss and love, all boundaries dissolve, allowing you to merge with your higher self and spirit as well as the entire Universe as one. These states are indescribable. It is like an endless wave, there is no beginning, no end, a beautiful ocean of eternal bliss, the journey of Tantra.

DATES: 15th and 16th JUNE 2024

TIME: Saturday 9am to 5pm - Sunday 9.30am to 4pm

VENUE: Rothwood Wattle Grove Perth Voted the 'Brides Choice Awards' multiple times

COST: $897 (incl GST) per couple (**Please see inclusions and exclusions below**) $797 for returning couples

Your Celebrating Sacred Love Retreat Includes:

Two full days of Relationship Seminars - The History, Philosophy and Practices of Tantra for Couples
Morning Tea and Lunch
Tantric Gift Pack

Excludes:

Accommodation and Breakfast

Accomodation is available at the Retreat Centre at $200 per night

For enquires please email: info@sanctuaryofananda.com.au or Phone: 08 6311 2804

Includes:

The 5 Love Languages
Personality Dispositions
Breathing techniques for relaxation and to stabilise emotions and thoughts
Grounding techniques to create stillness and become present in the 'moment'
Meditation for deeper focus, clarity and energy known as "Santi" (to experience inner peace)
Stimulation and activation of the 5 senses through taste, touch, sound, sight and smell
Creating couples space together
The "roles" of the masculine/feminine - the polar opposites of duality to unity
Communication - the art of listening and speaking with clarity
The healing power of touch
Tantra Asanas - Understanding how sexual energy moves, flows, cultivates and more importantly why?
The Art of Making Love
What makes women and men tick? - Journey into the deepest ocean of the heart of the feminine and masculine and learn to really see, feel, pleasure and understand each other on every level - emotionally, physically and spirituality

Our latest awards!

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:44:00 GMT

Hello everyone,

It has been a while since I have sent out a newsletter so I wanted to share with those that are not on socials or have missed my face book posts about the Sanctuary's latest awards for 2024!

I am so happy to humbly receive these awards.

After so many years of dedication, passion and hard work, being recognised for this is such a joy to my heart and I thank everyone who has been part of the Sanctuary's journey.

Without you, this could not be possible.

Until next time, sending much love,

Cathy xx

Australian Enterprise Awards 2024

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 09:35:00 GMT

A wonderful start to the New Year with feeling so honoured to receive this latest award for the Sanctuary.

Thank you to the people that nominated me and to APAC for recognising 21 years of sheer hard work, dedication, commitment but most of all my love and passion to help humanity.

I am looking forward to another amazing year and I hope to see or hear from you soon :-)

EVENTS COMING UP

Meditation Teacher Training - Begins on the 23rd February 6pm WST for five consecutive weeks

Click here to find out more

Internationally Certified Tantra Training Modules 1 and 2 - Begins on the 10th February for three consecutive days and in Sydney on the 23rd March

Click here to find out more

Internationally Certified Tantra Training Module 3 - Begins on the 17th February for five consecutive days and the next intake will be on the 4th May

Click here to find out more

Internationally Certified Tantra Training Module 4 - Begins on the 2nd March for four consecutive days

Click here to find out more

Certified Reiki Shoden Training Level 1 - 10th March

Click here to find out more

Couples Sensual Massage Workshop - 17th March

Click here to find out more

Couples Retreat Celebrating Sacred Love - Begins on the 16th May and finishes on the 19th

Click here to find out more

www.sanctuaryofananda.com.au

info@sanctuaryofananda.com.au

Last Newsletter for 2023

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:42:00 GMT

Hello everyone,

Welcome to our last newsletter for 2023!

And what a huge year it has been for the Sanctuary on so many levels.

From teaching in NZ and Greece, to visiting my son in London and a short stop in Mauritius was a personal highlight for me in 2023 as well as winning so many global awards.

Next year will also be another big one with my last year of teaching the in person group Tantra trainings. I am looking forward to visiting over East and teaching as well.

I would like to thank you for your continual support and interest in the Sanctuary and watching my journey and a special thank you to the following people; Jodi, Anthony, Janelle, Rishi, Bec and Paul for all of your help during 2023.

Now once again, it is onwards and upwards!

Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas and Joyous 2024 with lots of growth, wisdom and soul.

With love,

Cathy x

EVENTS COMING UP IN 2024

SHANTI

Certified Meditation Teacher Training

Commencing Tuesday the 23rd January 2024 - 6pm to 7pm WST

'If you are ready to let go of what you think you know and if you are ready to experience something different, then we warmly welcome you to journey with us into Shanti'

Shanti means peace, which is brought about by the inner study of oneself and is a reflection of our true nature, the soul. Through the process of becoming more aware of not only who we are as a duality, both on the physical and spiritual plains but also connecting into all things universal exactly as they are is the aim of this training.

By practicing daily meditation, we seek to help cultivate a stillness in oneself that will not only rejuvenate you from the stresses and worries in your daily life but will enable you to withstand the tides of the lower nature (the personality) and therefore live a life in soul awareness with more understanding, wisdom and peace.

Every Tuesday:

Week 1 - Awareness Yoga (Meditation Asana’s and Body Scans)

Week 2 - Journey into the Soul through stillness

Week 3 - Astral and Mental Focus

Week 4 - Sound Healing/ Mantras

Week 5 - Overview and Exams

Meditation based on awareness calms the mind and encourages one to seek an alternative world. This “alternative” world is said by many Spiritual Leaders to actually be the “real world”.

There are no pre-requisites to register for this training except a desire to learn meditation and for those who are interested in eventually teaching meditation to others.

Book Online

Internationally Certified Tantra in person Training

Module 1 and 2 - 10th to the 12th February PERTH

Module 1 and 2 - 23rd, 24th and 25th March SYDNEY

Book Online

Module 3 - 17th - 21st February PERTH

Module 3 - 24th - 28th August SYDNEY

Book Online

Module 4 - 2nd - 5th March PERTH

Book Online

(Further dates will be posted throughout the year)

Couples Retreats

Book Online

The Sexuality Online Summit

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 01:11:00 GMT

Super excited to be a Guest Speaker at this huge online Sexuality Summit.

Please click on the link to register and listen to myself and Paul speak on Tantric Sacred Love and there are also so many speakers below in different fields related to this topic.

I hope to see you there xx

https://soul-intimacy-the-summit-2311.eventraptor.com/?fbclid=IwAR17KbVaNtyKM-8rtahUK7NaZn21Zd68h5z2ClfEORg_9fAm_BP9vsiqSBc&erclid=d777446c-335c-4a2b-8f84-c0e5b89e7b47&affiliate=paulmarwoodcatherinewood&ref=paulmarwoodcatherinewood

Last Training for 2023

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:10:00 GMT

INTERNATIONALLY CERTIFIED TANTRA TRAINING - Modules 1 -2

Perth 28th - 30th October 2023 LAST TRAINING IN PERTH AND ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT!

Tantra is the journey to 'know thyself'

Module 1 is the journey of ‘know thyself’ which dives deeply into Tantra and Esoteric Philosophy and practices. This module helps you to learn and discern what is your higher self and what is your triad, 'the personality' and how to train the personality to walk and unite with the soul back into UNITY. There are many practices and meditations as well as reading material and videos for homework.

Module 2 teaches the Chakra System in the Esoteric Philosophy, how sexuall energy is cultivated and the different ways to cultivate and harness this precious life force energy, plus a full demonstration of the beautiful healing and energizing Tantric An Mo Massage for you to practice on your friends, family and partner.

Payment plans are available - maximum 10 people

We are celebrating

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 07:36:25 GMT

We have 20 couples attending our amazing retreat and have space for only 2 more couples.

Will one of those be yours?

Click here to book online

The Sanctuary is a winner!

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 03:49:00 GMT

So happy to anounce the Sanctuary has won this wonderful award for Western Australia at the Health, Beauty and Wellness Awards in the UK

Click here to read page 16

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:52:00 GMT

Introducing our spectacular 30th Couples Retreat!

Couples who have previously attended one of our Retreats prior will receive a discounted price of $897.

Click here to book

MERRY CHRISTMAS 2022

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 22:49:09 GMT

Christmas Bargains

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 08:47:00 GMT

Absolutely EVERYTHING in our Ananda Shop is now 20% off the total order for Christmas when you use code 3S4JDYMCPJ74 at check out.

We have some gorgeous new Kama Sutra products including the Oil of Love and Honey Dust Body Powder. Just perfect for kissing your partner all over.

Also includes trainings, workshops and private sessions.

20% off code 3S4JDYMCPJ74

https://theanandashop.com.au/discount/3S4JDYMCPJ74

GHP AWARD

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 05:46:00 GMT

I am so excited to share the Sanctuary’s latest achievement.

We were nominated for the world wide Global Health & Pharmaceutical Awards and it was a huge surprise to learn that we had won an award!

This award is not just in recognition of the Sanctuary’s long standing success in the community but also to those that have helped me along the way achieve this. There are way too many names to mention but you know who you are and I can’t thank you enough. I also wanted to thank my students who have studied through the Sanctuary and I hope this award gives you the recognition you deserve too.

And last but not least thank you to Global Heath & Pharma for all the good work that you do.

A little bit about the Global Heath & Pharma Awards.

Since 2015 Global Health & Pharma (GHP) has become a hub of medical and healthcare information, accessible to industry professionals, companies, and scholars. The website, online magazine, newsletter, and social media platforms offer a wide variety of in-depth articles and news features.

With the goal of showcasing the latest developments, most promising innovations, and leading companies across the medical, health, and pharmaceutical sectors, GHP works hard to keep our readers as up to date as possible. This is our core mission, and we endeavour to continue to offer an unbiased lens on what is happening for all companies across the industries.

GHP also aims to recognise and highlight the innovative and hardworking companies and individuals in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors by running award programmes throughout the year.

Exiting Times

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:09:00 GMT

Hello everyone,

I trust you are all going well.

I wanted to share some exciting news with you regarding what's happening at the Sanctuary of Ananda in 2023.

If all goes to plan (and since Covid I have learnt anything can happen) I will be going to the UK in early 2023 to live with my eldest son who has recently moved to London. I also want to visit where I was born in Derbyshire as my parents brought me back to Australia at just 6 weeks young.

I will still be available for zoom session for my clients and students and I look forward to holding workshops and my Certified Tantra Training in the UK and Greece as this year has manifested so many students from over there.

Below are the dates for our last upcoming Events before I leave.

If you have any queries please don’t hesitate to ask me anytime.

With much love,

Catherine x

https://www.sanctuaryofananda.com.au/ananda/events

COUPLES RETREAT - CELEBRATING SACRED LOVE

10th and 11th September 2022 @ Pullman Bunker Bay Resort Dunsborough W.A. BOOK HERE

This exceptional Retreat was created by the Sanctuary of Ananda in which we will be celebrating our 29th Couples Retreat teaching in the field of sacred love, connection and intimacy for couples. The experience will take you on a deeper inner journey of self-discovery and an understanding of the foundation practices and philosophy of Sacred Love which will enhance and enrich every area of your life.

TESTIMONY

Hi Cathy,

Stewart and I would like to extend our deepest gratitude to you for your wisdom and teachings.

It has indeed taken our relationship to a whole different depth and level... so has my love for him.

I couldn't be any happier & grateful to have shared this journey with Stewart and him experiencing it for the first time in such a safe and sacred environment.

Your classes were held so beautifully and restored my faith in the essence of tantra.

NEW Module 1 Tantra Training

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:03:00 GMT

Hi everyone,

I have had so many requests from people asking me if the Internationally Certified Tantra Training Module 1 can be studied on its own without Module 2. Previously, to study these Modules, they were taught combined.

So for those that are interested, today I am happy to announce that the IICT Approved Module 1 Tantra and Esotericism Philosophy is available ONLINE for a short time at just $297AUD as an introduction price.

FORM~CONSCIOUSNESS~SOUL

Module 1 is the journey of ‘know thyself’ which dives deeply into the Tantra and Esoteric Philosophy and also includes the sexual and sensuality practices. This Module will help you to learn and discern what is your higher self is and what your triad, the personality and how to train the personality to walk willingly with the soul. There are also practices and meditations as well as reading material and videos. It is important to remember that every single person will walk their spiritual journey in their own unique way. For some, that means ritual and rhythm making sure they have practices to follow each day. For others they may follow the path of learning to be at a much slower pace.

If you are searching for authentic spiritual wisdom, to gain a deeper insight into self, to add and utilize skills for a new or existing holistic business and to share your unique 'quality' with the world, then this life changing training is for you.

What you will learn:

The philosophy and a general overview of Eastern and Western Tantra brief description of the meaning of Esoteric Teachings (Mystery teachings of the East)
What is soul consciousness and what is the personality nature?
The quality of your soul
What is glamour on the spiritual path?
How to achieve stillness and live a life of Shanti (spiritual peace)
Masculine YANG Shiva and Feminine YIN Shakti - meanings, concepts and energy
Ritual – Mantra – Mudra
The Stages of Psychic Growth
Pranayama – Concentration and Meditation
What is Sexual Energy and how to cultivate to higher consciousness
A brief summary of the Sanskrit Chakra System and their role in Tantra and Healing
Communication skills to assist and empower you in every area of your life
Yoni and Lingam Sensual Massage Demonstrations on props
Tantra Exercises for Men
Tantra Exercises for Women

Includes: Pre-recorded webinars, 20 exercise videos and an extensive training Manual.

STUDY ONLINE AT YOUR OWN PACE with lifetime access.

There are four modules in total and you are under no obligation to study them all.

To register please click here

And I wish you so much love and joy on your journey.

Catherine x

2022 Calendar Events

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 08:30:00 GMT

CERTIFIED REIKI SHODEN - LEVEL 1

Saturday the 18^th June 9am to 5pm $230

‘Traditional Japanese Teachings’

Reiki is a Japanese word translated as 'spiritual energy'. The rei meaning 'spiritual' and ki meaning 'energy'.

It is perceived that energy of the conscious mind permeates the entire Universe; therefore Reiki is simply a healing tool for balancing and healing the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual body.

Reiki is a technique for activating, restoring and balancing of natural energy from within, A self-help technique for personal growth and transformation, A non-intrusive technique, Simple, easy, safe and harmless, Energizes your body and mind.

In this Certified Training you will learn:

The 5 Reiki Precepts
The History and Lineages of Reiki
Receiving Attunements
Self-Treatment
Treating Others
An understanding of the Hara Centres
Seishin Toitsu – Meditations
Nentatsu Ho - Affirmations
Shuchu Reiki – Concentrated Spiritual Energy
Kenyoku Ho – To purify the body, heart and spirit
Joshin Kokyu Ho – Breathing Exercises for greater energy

Click here to register

COUPLES SENSUAL MASSAGE WORKSHOP

Sunday the 26^th June 10am to 5pm $497 per couple (all inclusive)

When was the last time you and your partner really connected, communicated, shared sacred space and became mesmerized in each other's touch and presence?

This beautiful Workshop was created for all couples to embrace the Gift of Love through Sacred Touch.

Tantric An Mo Massage is an erotic, sensual experience creating the most intense pleasure, intimacy and heart connection.

Massage and touch is a wonderful tool to bring more pleasure, depth and intimacy into love-making, to be used as part of foreplay or simply as a time-out experience with no expectations other than to be indulged, nurtured and loved unconditionally. When we learn to surrender to pleasure, we also heal and energize to reach new heights of sensitivity to orgasmic energy. Sensual touch is one of the most beautiful experiences of love we can give to our beloved.

This workshop will also focus on the foundation practices of Tantra through breathing practices - to circulate sexual energy through the body and grounding to become centred in the moment and strong in your core energy, heart connection - to connect physically, emotionally and spiritually in other words to really MAKE LOVE.

Your day of bliss together will teach you:

The basic foundation and philosophy of Tantra in a professional setting
Breathing techniques for vitality, relaxation and cultivation (circulating) sexual energy
Creating Sacred Space - Learn how to connect through your heart centres turning sex into making love
Foreplay techniques including Love Shiatsu
How to give each other a sensual An Mo tantric massage

Click here to register

Men’s Workshop

Saturday the 9^th July 10am to 5pm $197

Do you know what women really want?

As seen on Channel 9 - Do you know what women want?

Every woman has a longing, a deep desire to be truly loved, understood and sexually satisfied by her lover. It is the nature of Yin (the feminine energy) to feel, so this workshop has been designed for you to learn, enjoy, have fun and explore what women really want both on an emotional and sensual level.

Topics covered in this workshop:

How Tantra can change your life
Learn-Reclaim-Embody your Masculinity
Re-defining your purpose and mission as a conscious man
Men's sexual health
Breathing and grounding techniques for relaxation and control of thought (Raja Yoga)
The art of extended lovemaking
The roles of feminine and masculine "energies"
Full body cosmic orgasmic pleasure - cultivation of sexual energy
Women's orgasms, ambrosia (female ejaculation) and women's anatomy - everything you need to know ♥
The gift of the feminine - how to love a woman, spiritually, physically, emotionally and sexually creating healthy balanced and loving relationships

FACILITATED BY Anthony

Click here to register

Certified Reiki Okuden – Level 2

Sunday the 10^th July 9am to 5pm $350

Click here to register

Certified Reiki Shinpiden Level 3 (Master Level)

Saturday the 30^th July 9am to 5pm $497

Click here to register

Couples Retreat – Celebrating Sacred Love

10^th and 11^th September $997 per couple

You are invited to join us for a magical breath taking weekend embracing the journey of Sacred Love at one of Western Australia's premier Resorts, Pullman Bunker Bay Dunsborough W.A.

Your partner is your ‘mirror’, a mirror to show you more of who you are from your highest best self to your lowest. Authentic intimacy begins with being able to see both these dualities in each other and sharing with loving gentle kindness "the blind spots" that hold you bound to old patterns of behaviour and imprints which can continue to sabotage intimacy and connection. To merge together deeper requires a surrender and willingness to shed away what holds you back from being your true and authentic Self.

So whether you want to re-ignite the passion in your relationship, spend quality time together, and learn techniques to enhance closer intimacy, communication and connection then this Retreat is definitely for you!

We look forward to seeing you there.

Love Catherine, Jodi and Anthony

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Couple's Retreat W.A.

Wed, 25 May 2022 05:03:00 GMT

"Celebrating Sacred Love"

The worldwide pandemic of the last few years has taken its toll on most people in lots of different ways especially within relationships.

If you feel your relationship and mental and emotional wellbeing could do with a tune up, then our Couples Retreat is the perfect place to be.

This will be our 29th Retreat held over many years and we have the tools, techniques, knowledge and particularly the experience in the field of Sacred Love to help you and your partner re-connect, find deeper intimacy and take some much needed time out from the chaotic world.

Please click on the link for further info and to book your place today! We only have 6 places remaining.

We look forward to seeing you there.

With love, Catherine, Anthony and Jodi xox

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Exciting News

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 08:52:08 GMT

Hello everyone,

I HAVE SOME VERY EXCITING NEWS!!!

I am thrilled to announce that I will be representing Australia as a Guest Speaker at the FREE Online World Wide TANTRA Festival: From Zero To Tantric Hero, which will run from the 11th to the 13th of March and I will be sharing my knowledge on Sacred Love for Couples and Esoteric Tantra, Sunday the 13th March 6am to 7.30am WST.

From Zero To Tantric Hero is created for the tantric community to unite and expand – to connect across the Globe. As the name implies, From Zero To Tantric Hero, is not only for experienced tantric practitioners, but an entry-level-friendly festival, designed to give newcomers an easy access to information about tantra and its many facets. Classical tantra, neo-tantra, and tantra yoga, the art of penetration, do and don'ts when performing a yoni massage - these are just a few of the subjects that will be worked with during the festival. I know you would like to know more about these subjects, and if you have someone in your life, who would like to be introduced to tantra. This is the place.

NEW OFFERING

Introducing: Certified Meditation Teacher Training ONLINE

“Finding Joy in your Heart and Love in your Soul”

MODULE 1 - AWARENESS YOGA

In this Module 1 training the focus is on meditating to cultivate awareness which is sometimes difficult to achieve in such a fast paced stressful and busy world.

Meditation based on awareness is essential for positive mental health.

Meditation based on awareness calms the mind and encourages one to seek an alternative world. This “alternative” world is said by many Spiritual Leaders to actually be the “real world”.

When we are able to practice awareness any time and in any place, we become the observer of our lower nature which some call “the monkey mind” or “the unreal world” noticing how quickly it moves from one thought to another which affects both the breath and the body and can therefore cause symptoms of anxiety and stress.

The intent of this module is to first learn awareness as the pathway to calming the monkey mind and becoming more centered in the peace of the Soul.

In this first Module you will learn:

What is awareness yoga
Learn the four primary keys to recognizing awareness
Meditation Posture
Body scan and relaxation meditations
The benefits of meditation in your daily life

There are no pre-requisites to register for this training except a desire to learn meditation and for those who are interested in eventually teaching meditation to others.

There are four modules in the total training commencing with Module 1. You can register for each module as they are released and there are no criteria to finish all four modules.

Module 1 - $97.00 AUD

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OTHER OFFERINGS

Reiki Master Shinpiden Training - click here to register

Saturday the 26th March

Couples Sensual Massage Workshop - click here to register

Saturday the 2nd April

Certified Tantra Practitioner/Coach Training

Discounted Price for all 3 Modules www.theanandashop.com.au

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