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1–4 April 2027 — LIBIDO FUNDAMENTALS
Exploring libido as a source of aliveness, creativity, vitality and presence
An embodied journey towards authentic being and living into your potential
Libido Fundamentals is the first of four modules that together form the Libido Love of Life 2027 year-long journey. You are very welcome to attend this retreat as a standalone workshop, or join one or more of the other modules.
Our creative sexual energy is an essential part of the body’s natural expression and movement potential. Libido Fundamentals touches the universal elements that invite us to sense, move with and increase our capacity to fully embody this life force in all areas of our lives.
From the first cells that evolve us into being to the deep surrender of our last exhale, a lifespan is infused with libido. There is something mysterious, magical and deeply alive about this force within us.
Dance can awaken this potent energy in ways that can be electrifying, joyful, overwhelming, frightening, mystifying — and everything in between. We can access this vital energy of eros in a multitude of ways: in moments of deep play or quiet meditation, a tender touch, a provocative piece of art, a sexy song, a mature gaze, the soothing voice of a poet, the sacred words of a mystic. When this energy is acknowledged, supported and expressed authentically, its potential for healing can be immense and empowering. We honour the whole self.
Through Open Floor conscious dance, we create a safe, positive environment to engage with this complex, mysterious and in-depth territory with curiosity, mindfulness and compassion.
We explore how sexuality is shaped by culture, narratives and social conditioning, and discover ways to liberate ourselves as we move towards erotic wholeness. Because sexuality is so often underground, ignored or unconsciously acted out, exploring this territory can be intense, liberating, intimate and powerful. The potential pleasure and beauty of this journey is well worth the challenges and the risks.
WHAT HAPPENS IN A WORKSHOP?
* We explore this lively, sometimes latent energy of libido with curiosity and mindfulness, using the Open Floor Core Movement Resources.
* We open up the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual terrain of sexuality, vitality and aliveness.
* We combine movement with embodied practices, teachings, group process and open verbal inquiry.
* We explore the ways conditioning and personal stories shape our relationship with sexuality, desire and pleasure.
* We practise sensing, moving with and expressing life force with greater awareness, freedom and choice.
* There is also spaciousness to rest, integrate and simply be together — enjoying the lightness, tranquillity and beauty of continuous dancing, moving, experiencing and relaxing in a closed group surrounded by nature.
* There is no explicit sexual content or sexual exercise.
WHO IS IT FOR?
This workshop is open to adults of all genders, sexual orientations and relationship statuses. We strive to co-create an environment that is inclusive, positive, curious and expansive, and that honours the experiences each person brings into the room.
This workshop is for people who:
* are looking to cultivate erotic intelligence and expand their capacity to love life;
* are interested in an embodied and healthy exploration of eros, sensuality, desire and pleasure;
* want to explore the multilayered dynamics of attraction, longing and connection, as well as the cultural and social conditioning that shapes our personal and collective stories;
* want to connect more consciously through movement with the source of their desires and experience greater freedom and fulfilment in relationships of all kinds;
* want to harness the energy of libido for creativity, vitality and authentic expression.
Some prior experience with conscious movement practices such as Open Floor, 5Rhythms, Movement Medicine, Biodanza or similar is recommended, so that you can fully engage with and deepen the embodied explorations.
This workshop is not about dance technique or performance. You are invited to participate at your own pace, honouring your own boundaries, capacity and sense of choice throughout the retreat.
Libido workshops count as a prerequisite for the Open Floor Teacher Training.
This first module of the year-long journey, Libido Fundamentals, will be taught bilingually in English and Dutch as a trial.
YOUR TEACHER - MONIKA KÖRSCHNER
Monika Körschner is an accredited 5Rhythms®, OpenFloor and Libido teacher, trained in the Wheel of Consent. For more than 20 years she has taught conscious dance and movement in the Netherlands and internationally, specialising in Embodied & Conscious Sexuality.
Since 2018, she has been a working member of Open Floor International, contributing as mentor, supervisor, teacher and co-creator of international training programs.
Her ongoing studies include the Centre of Tantra, the Diamond Approach and the Wheel of Consent, alongside extensive self-directed study through books, research and other sources.
Monika loves creating a non-judgmental, open space where people can show up again and again, feeling welcomed to move with whatever is present — and a safe, creative, loving and playful environment for in-depth inquiry with compassion and curiosity.
ASSISTING TEAM
Hester Hudig - OpenFloor teacher, Therapy in Motion practioner, Therapist (psychosynthese), Ecstatic DJ
Further to be announced.
"A strong life force can be seen in physical vitality,
courage, competent judgment, self-mastery, sexual vigor,
and the realization of each person's unique talents and purpose in life.
To maintain a powerful life force,
forget yourself, forget about living and dying,
and bring your full attention into this moment."
- H. E Davey -
DATES & TIMES
1-4 April 2027
Thursday 10 am till Sunday 5pm
Payment in Instalments
It is possible to pay in instalments while retaining the Early Bird rate, provided registration is completed before the Early Bird deadline.
We aim to keep our pricing transparent, moderate and fair for everyone. The Early Bird rate and instalment options are our primary ways of making the program accessible. If finances are the only reason preventing you from joining, please reach out. In a limited number of cases, we may be able to explore a scholarship or alternative arrangement together for participants with genuine financial limitations.
ACCOMMODATION & MEALS
The group will consist of approximately 16–21 participants.
We stay in cozy shared rooms. During the warmer months, there is also a spacious bell tent with beds available for two participants who enjoy sleeping outdoors.
If it is important for you to have a room to yourself, this may be arranged in exceptional circumstances. You are also welcome to bring your own tent, with a maximum of 2–3 personal tents per module.
The investment is the same regardless of the type of accommodation chosen.
All meals are vegetarian, nourishing, and partly organic. Dietary requirements can be accommodated when medically necessary and communicated well in advance.
MORE INFORMATION & REGISTRATION
For more information about investment, registration and practical details, as well as the complete Libido Love of Life 2027 journey — including the other modules, Reviews and experiences, the Vimeo film and acknowledgements — please visit the main programme page and scroll down.
DISCOVER LIBIDO LOVE OF LIFE 2027
https://embodieddance.nl/news/39/72/Libido-Love-of-Life-Year-group.html
April 1-4, 2027 Libido Fundamentals
https://embodieddance.nl/news/34/72/Part-1-Libido-Fundamentals.html
July 1-4, 2027 Sense & Consent
https://embodieddance.nl/news/65/72/Part-2-Libido-Sense-Consent.html
September 2-5, 2027 Shame & Belong
https://embodieddance.nl/news/66/72/Part-3-Libido-Shame-Belong.html
November 18-21, 2027 Intimacy & Desire
https://embodieddance.nl/news/67/72/Part-4-Libido-IntimacyDesire.html
Gesproken taal
Engels, Nederlands
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