Ark of Joan

		Workshops and Courses 2011

		We have an amazing program of courses and workshops that will inspire you, challenge you to expand your knowledge of the esoteric and get you in touch with your personal and spiritual growth. These are opportunities to grow beyond your comfort zones to learn and explore new ways of relating to each other, you are invited to learn new modalities that will expand your current life skills, expand your emotional freedom, develop your intuition. Live a more rewarding loving life with Spirit Now!. Workshops and Courses • Psychic & Spiritual Development • Tarot • The H-Factor • Learning Love Seminar: Recognizing Co-Dependency • Magickal Healing Techniques • Food as Medicine • Circle for Women Coming Workshops and Courses • Crystal Enlightenment Classes • Art of Using a Pendulum • Astrology • Health and Well-being with Louise Plant • Celebrate the Goddess Within - A Day of Pampering for Women • Natural Contraception Talk with Samantha Warner Serpentine Spiritual Share Retreat 4,5 & 6 November This retreat is all about like-minded individuals coming together for the weekend with the objective of sharing their gifts and receiving from others. The concept is simple! Each person attending will offer their talents to others for 2 hours. They will then be free to receive from others and to enjoy interaction through group activities. Each person attending can contribute in one of the following ways: Big Ticket Speakers - These people will elect to donate 2 hours of their time to facilitating a performance/workshop/demonstration on a large scale. Their contribution will be seen by all attendees. Mini Workshop Facilitators - these people will donate 2 hours of their time to conduct a mini workshop of their choice. Guests will elect to attend. Healers, Psychic & Therapists - these people will donate 2 hours of their time to conduct private individual healing sessions,readings, spirit art, massage etc. Each session will be for 20 minutes. Guests will elect to attend. Yoga, Tai Chi or Chakradance Facilitators - these people will donate their time to taking a morning class of any of the above activities. Their contribution will be seen by all attendees. Hands on Helpers - these people will donate 2 hours of their time to making sure that meals dinin areas are ready for meal service. Hands on helpers will also be needed to set up areas for workshops and general help on the weekend. This will be done on a roster system. $295.00 per person includes: Welcome gift pack, Accommodation, Sumptous Meals, Morning, Afternoon Teas & Super daily, All Linen, All group activities including meditation by the Serpentine Falls, Big Ticket Events, Workshops and electives such as readings, healings etc. Venue: Serpentine Retreat Centre 48 Lewis Street, Serpentine Spaces are limited. Bookings are essential. Contact us today to book in!

		Psychic & Spiritual Development Course Psychic strengths, listening to your body, Clairsentience, Clairvoyance, Clairaudience, Manifesting, Meditation, How to connect, Channelling, Auras & Colours, Face reading, Psychic drawing, Tools of divination, Angels, Crystals, Chakras, Psychometry. Topics being covered: Meditation, tuning into your own wisdom, Psychic protection. Developing trust, working with spirit/higher power. Exploring Tarot. Photo reading. Psychometry (Jewellery reading). Group sharing participation-bring photo, crystals. Group sharing participation-bring photo, crystals. Participation tools to go away with. Duration: Conducted over 8 weeks Commencing: 11 August - 29 September Cost: $100 deposit Balance $300 *Payment options available

		Tarot Course 2011 Term 1 – Introduction to Tarot "Learn how to read Tarot intuitively" Introduction to Tarot will be a practical hands approach to Tarot so that by the end of the course you will have worked with all the cards, Major and Minor. As well each week there will be a half hour devoted to working practically with the cards to enable you to gain confidence and discover more about yourself. You will be able to do three, four cards, five card spreads as well as The Celtic Cross and be able to confidently begin readings for your friends and others. No previous knowledge is required, and any current knowledge is an opportunity to expand on. We work as a team in a group in a friendly environment where everyone's viewpoints are valid and meaningful. The aim is fun and achievement. Duration: Conducted over 8 weeks Commencing: 20th October - 8th December Thursday evenings from 7pm-9:30pm COST: $100 Deposit Balance $300

		H Factor Happy Today - Happier Tomorrow This is an enjoyable interactive workshop that will: Show you the way to a fulfilling and happy lifestyle today. Help you to identify your own unique personal strengths. Encourage you to explore your dreams, define your goals and take simple steps towards achieving them- for a happier tomorrow! Use Edward de Bono’s “Six Thinking Hats” to help you come up with creative win-win solutions to problems.Find out about “Transactional Analysis” and how it helps you to understand more about yourself- and what makes other people “tick”. Cecily, the presenter, believes that you can lead a more fulfilling life through gaining awareness and insight and through learning and practising new skills. The course is an educational course promoting awareness and not a counselling course. Cecily is a student in the final year of the Masters in Counselling course at Notre Dame University. She also works in the real estate industry with her husband Peter. Cecily previously worked as a teacher and enjoyed working with young people. This course will be conducted over two evenings Date: Saturday 12 November 7:00 pm to 9:00pm. Cost: $120

		LEARNING LOVE The journey of relating from the heart to creating mature love. Recognizing Co-Dependency There are dysfunctional ways of relating and communicating in our lives that we use every day with our loved ones family and friends. we are so accustomed to these habits and we don’t realize the self-destructive and damaging affects it has on the way we relate on our trust our intimacy, our anger all emotional states with others but more to ourselves we go on functioning like this without even being aware that this is happening. The worst part is thinking that this behaviour is good, To relate and treat ourselves and others in this way, therefore living un-filled and un-happy lives. Well it all starts here at this basic level of understanding these dysfunctional patterns that all of us have learned. The good news is that we can change it, we can learn new ways of relating. We can learn to love in the right way. And start healing our life and the way we relate for a better healthier life. What you will learn: How to recognize co dependency and how it affects our relating with our spouses, family and friends. Learn new tools to relate and understand in a healthier way. Give yourself more freedom to love and express yourself. International Facilitator Deva Ekant. Next date to be advised Cost $250 Book with a friend and pay only $200 each

		You are invited to Circle How might your life have been different if there had been a place for you? A place for you to go…. A place of women, to help you learn the ways of woman… a place where you were nurtured from an ancient flow sustaining you and steadying you as you sought to become yourself. A place of woman to help you find yourself. A place of women to help you find and trust the ancient flow already there within yourself… Waiting to be released… A place of women... How might your life be different? Would you like to be surrounded by women like this? Because women like this would love to be around you! Please join us on The First Saturday of every month Bring a cushion some small nibbles to share and a bottle of water A place of women... How might your life be different? Time 7pm Cost Free Please call Ark of Joan for more details.

		MAGICKAL HEALING TECHNIQUES An introduction into the art of healing used by practitioners of magick beginning at the self then moving to the earth energies and finally an introduction into planetary healing techniques. •Week 1: Will focus on the self moving from the aura, personal protections and energy raising techniques.. •Week 2: will focus on earth based healing from sympathetic magick through to spell workings. •Week 3: An introduction of planetary magick including the making of talismans which will include actual rituals which have been designed for previous healings. This is an introduction into an area of magick that is vibrant and required to work in the alternative medical sector. The course lecturer has been a practitioner of magick for over 25 years and worked within the coven structure of Wicca and magick. Date: Saturday 15 October 10.30am - 4.30pm Cost $90 Deposit $30 on booking – blessed be.

		Food As Medicine What we put in our mouths every meal can be killing us or healing us. Would you like to make food your medicine? Join Sam Warner ND for a special food as medicine course designed to clearly demonstrate and explain the creation of therapeutic foods that taste fantastic and are a pleasure to produce. Bringing an appreciation for organic raw, local superfoods and sprouts, blending it with ten years practice as a naturopath and cooking that together with 7 years teaching natural medicine, the end result is an educational, inspirational and therapeutic experience you can really sink your teeth into. Topics covered: Food Philosophy and Quality, Organic in season, Local, slow food, Raw food, Food combining Blood sugar balancing. Demonstration: Super smoothie, Granola cookies, Raw chocolate Topic Superfoods, legumes and sprouts, nuts and seeds, alternative grains. Demonstration: Dehydrator crackers, Bliss balls, Preparing sprouts, Sprouted hummus Topic Superfoods, Fruits and Vegetables, Exotic superfoods, Stocking a medicinal kitchen. Demonstration: Green smoothie, Guacamole with spirulina and super vege sticks and crackers, Choc mousse Covers the leading super foods, their nutrients, phytochemicals and applications to health conditions and prevention. Practical advice on how to use them in daily life, with lots of food preparation demonstrations and tastings. Many recipes provided to easily create delicious, healthy food at home. Samantha Warner, naturopath. Date: Saturday 10th September Bookings: Numbers limited to 12 Time – 10:00am-5:00pm Cost - $130.00 includes lunch, snacks and manual

	Coming	Workshops & Courses

		Crystal Enlightenment Classes Everything in this Universe is made up of the same materials and therefore the same Universal energy. Crystals can heal us just by sharing their energy/frequency with us, encouraging the body's natural healing ability. They are calming and energising, balancing and grounding. Crystals help us release and accept situations in our lives for what they are. When we can do this, we find we are in the flow of Universal energy and life is a less of a struggle. They can also help bring people, experiences and lessons that help us accept and then change our lives for the better. Crystals for Beginners Workshop Come join us as we find out about the five most common crystals and how to choose your crystals, cleanse and program then. Includes a short gonging meditation to tune into a crystal of your choice. Crystals for Chakras this is a seven week course where we journey through the main chakras and discover different types of crystals that resonate with each chakra. Each class also includes information of colour therapy, healing crystal layouts and a short gonging meditation. Quartz Formations Workshop Discover what an Isis crystal looks like, or a Phantom, or what an Abundance cluster is. This very informative class will leave you looking at crystals in a way you never have before. Includes a short gonging meditation. For more information contact Ark of Joan. Register your interest in a Children's Course.

		The Art of Using a Pendulum - 1 day workshop Join in a day of fun and mastery into the mysteries and magic of pendulums Please enquire about dates Cost: $140 (non refundable) $50 deposit required Morning and afternoon tea provided, Please supply your own lunch (cafes nearby) Please bring your own Pendulum Course includes: Programming your pendulum: so that it knows exactly what you mean when you use a certain word or phrase * for basic yes/no commands * communication to be with your higher self/angels/spirit guides How to clear: Noxious energies * Non beneficial energies * Anger/disharmony in home or people * Food allergies/intolerances * Fear and other negative emotions You will learn how to: Raise the love level in yourselves/home/others * To programme meetings to be more co-operative * To bring in a prosperity energy * Change beliefs Colleen is a well known and much sought after Psychic with many years experience behind her. She is renowned for her gentleness, insightfulness, her integrity and being completely down to earth. Colleen provides clients with clarity and the ability to make conscious choice for a better quality of life, encouraging passion and joy. She is a teacher of Remote Viewing, Self-Esteem using EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), by Connecting to your Angels and the Art of Using a Pendulum.

		Astrology presented by Michael Tcherne This course offers you the to chance to learn how to interpret an Astrology chart for yourself and others. This 30 hr course is a journey of self-discovery. Full of insights as you uncover the psychological, spiritual, symbolic meaning of the signs, sun, moon, planets, aspects and houses. Duration of course: 6 weeks, Saturday 30th July, 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th August, 3rd September Times: 9am - 2.30pm Cost: $85.00 per week

		Health and Wellbeing with Louise Plant Have you the courage to invest $49 in your own Health and Well-being? That is the challenge thrown out by renowned herbalist Louise Plant. In her popular and well attended seminars she will inspire you to look at your life and well-being from another perspective and then lead you into gradually changing your life for the better. Her message is not that you must make large sweeping changes, rather the opposite. She shows you how small adjustments in direction in different areas of your life can all add up to greater welbeing. Her audiences come away inspired and excited when they realise that the changes to be made are small but the benefits are very great. You will come to understand as the seminar progresses that having started this very gentle and easy process the improvements your life changes are not only achievable but one builds on the other. It is not long before your friends start asking why you now seem so much happier and livelier than before. Louise's seminars are always very popular and seating is definitely limited so book early! Call her on 9628 7042 or email planter@wn.com.au (for couples, double tickets are only $80)

		Celebrate The Goddess Within ...A Day of Pampering for Women Experience a pampering day for women with a difference. Allow the magic of the Goddess to dance within and around you. Bring along your favourite silk scarf, come dressed in Goddess feeling clothes and be prepared for a day dedicated to YOU! Be Nurtured Be Nourished Be at Peace Be You! On this day we celebrate not only the Mother Aspect, we celebrate the inner workings of the Goddess. Tap into the fire of Kali; the gentleness of our Mother & the magic of Isis. Come in true celebration of Mother, Woman, Goddess. This will be a day filled with magical potions, spell binding candles, delightful stories, dance and massage. Beginning at 10am with a sumptuous morning tea and concluding with more deliciousness for afternoon tea, what lies within this time frame can only be described as a delight to the senses and complete nourishment for the soul. Bring a plate to share in a goddess luncheon, dress however your heart desires and be prepared for a day dedicated to woman. See you there! Date: to be confirmed Investment: $120; includes morning & afternoon tea Deposit: $30 limited places, book now to claim your special gift

		Natural Hormonal Contraception Talk Looking for an alternative to the pill? Ever wondered about the negative affects of synthetic hormones in oral/injected/implanted contraceptives? Get educated and empowered to take responsibility with natural contraception methods. Natural contraception entails recording symptoms of the menstrual cycle for a minimum of three consecutive cycles. The analysis of this information will allow you to interpret the signs of fertility and when they occur each month. Intercourse can then be protected during fertile times to prevent pregnancy. The information will also allow for diagnosis of hormonal imbalances that when corrected will increase the effectiveness of natural contraception methods and your wellbeing. This session will: •Explain clearly what artificial hormones can do to your health and fertility •Educate you how to minimize these effects •Introduce you to safe, side effect free, natural contraceptive methods and how they work •Present you with what you need to get started practicing natural contraception Join naturopathic reproductive health specialist Samantha Warner Date: To be advised Register your interest NOW! Cost $50 per person or 2 for $80 for mothers and daughters, sisters, girlfriends etc.
		Usui Shiki Ryoho - Reiki What is Reiki? Reiki is a hands on healing modality that is well recognised as a stress reduction/relaxation technique that produces profound effects. In western reiki, there are 3 levels to undertake in your training. We will be running regular courses on each level: Reiki Level 1 - you are trained to be a reiki healer Reiki Level 2 - you are certified as a Reiki Practitioner Reiki Level 3 - you are certified as a Reiki Master/Teacher During these courses you will learn: Level 1 - is all about Self - mastery. You are learning to heal yourself and others. You will learn the history, principals and techniques involved in reiki. Level 2 - you are learning to operate as a Reiki Practitioner. You will undertake training and attunement to the sacred symbols used in Usui Reiki. Level 3 - you are given more sacred symbols to empower the use of the Usui Reiki. You undertake training and attunement to the Master/teacher level. Each of these courses are conducted in a personalised manner. Each level includes theory and practical exercises. Enquire today. Reiki 1 Course: Date: Saturday 24 September / Saturday 8 October Time: 10:30am - 4:30pm Cost: $150 Reiki 2 Course: Date: Saturday 22 October / Saturday 3 December Time: 10:30am - 4:30pm Cost $150
		Meditation Courses There are so many benefits of meditation, not least toward maintaining good health and overall well-being. Used by athletes, models and movie stars to improve and enhance performance levels, by providing effective guidance to the physical body by strengthening the mind. Learn how to meditate and gain access to all these wonderful benefits and more at our regular meditation courses. Date: Beginning Friday 29 September, and each Friday thereafter Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Cost: $15 casual, or 10 session block for just $120 (that's two sessions free!)