I partner with Daniel for workshops because he
is an exceptional yoga teacher with a compassionate and wise style. This
workshop is two full days (Monday and Tuesday) plus a Sunday evening and
Wednesday morning session. Each two-three hour block will start and end
with gentle yoga and breath to open and then integrate the transformational work
we'll do each day. Daniel will guide the group through yoga and breath exercises...
I'll use a variety of fun transformational and experiential exercises...
together we will provide a nurturing and safe space for anyone wanting to take
on their edge and "move beyond" with strength, compassion and
confidence! And of course, all this happens against a lovely Berkshires
backdrop, with great Kripalu food and more yoga and dance each morning, noontime
and evening!
Each year I lead experiential workshops
on an array of topics. Recent sessions have included "How to Coach
Your Team to Success" for financial services execs at a
corporate leadership retreat and "Moving Beyond Where you Usually
Stop" at Kripalu Yoga Center in Lenox MA. I enjoy supporting
diverse groups to find new possibilities. Please don't hesitate to
contact me if you would like to discuss a custom powerful experiential workshop
for your group or team!
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Below is a sample of one of the many other workshops I make available
as a one-day retreat:
The Creativity Spa
A
one-day workshop to release the creative best of any team
The
creativity spa is designed to nurture and nourish creativity. Through a
series of exercises, participants discover that they can release deep
creative thought through surrender, rather than trying to force big
ideas. Participants learn to challenge their entire paradigm of
creativity in a fun and relaxing retreat atmosphere.
Each
spa includes a series of unique exercises designed to reveal new
creative resources in the body. Spas usually begin with yoga, followed
by martial arts and then drumming.
Through
yoga postures and breathing, the body is opened such that creative
energy can flow forth. Chanting is used to vibrate and passively release
energy stored in the body. In the martial arts portion of the day, a
karate master leads yelling, punching, kicking and breathing exercises,
to further dislodge emotions that may be blocking the creative flow. The
day is completed with a series of drumming exercises, to challenge
participants to find their own rhythm. Teams work together to create a
unique song.
Each
portion of the spa is designed to facilitate a breakthrough for the
participant. Through gentle challenges and exercises that require
complete presence of mind, issues that block creativity fall away, and a
new creative self is reborn.
Each
portion of the workshop is wrapped around a powerful discussion and
inquiry into the questions, “what thwarts creativity?” and “what
supports you to be your creative best?” and “who do you know
yourself to be in terms of creativity?”
David
Silberkleit, Master Certified Coach, facilitates the workshop. He is
joined by a group of master trainers who have years of experience
supporting people in a nurturing and powerful way.
The creativity spa can be customized to meet the needs of any
organization. The program can also be delivered at conferences anywhere
in the world. Other activities that can be included in the spa are
indoor or outdoor rock climbing, mountain biking, skiing, singing and
dance. The program is usually one full day and lunch is included. The
creativity spa can also be expanded into a weekend retreat.
Benefits
as reported by spa participants:
“This
event helped to break down some of the walls that can thwart
creativity.”
“We
sent a signal with this event that we endorse thinking outside the
box.”
“Everyone
enjoyed a freedom to express themselves in their own unique way.”
“Everyone
felt a tremendous sense of accomplishment.”
“The
energy level of our company is higher after the event.”
“Yesterday
was a great day and went far to extend the commitment this company has
to growing the creative spirit from within. Everyone seemed to have fun
and mentioned the "bonding" experience that was a major plus.
The message of creativity was heard loud and clear.Thanks to you and everyone who contributed to yesterday--it
exceeded everyone's expectations to the positive.”
-Bill
Tucker, CEO, The Tucker Partnership
Enjoyed
the session very much. The workshop worked because everyone came
together as a group and were enthusiastic. I thought it was a very
worthwhile experience not only to try some new things, but also to get
to know my associates better, as we don't spend time together out of the
office. The most valuable "takeaway" was confirmation that
risk taking is an essential element of the creative process and a
re-affirmation that my work-a-day approach in on target. Thanks again
for a great time.
-Duane
Mertz, Partner, The Tucker Partnership
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The Advocate
Connecticut Post
Feb. 17, 2000
April 6, 2000
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