Sensual Initiation
July 20-27th, 2023
An initiative journey and retreat in the mountains of Costa Rica
Dearest sister...
welcome to your divine initiation...
we invite you into the temple space
to leave behind the shackles of shame and fear placed on by generations of societal programming
we invite you to reclaim your true essence, your sovereignty, and embrace yourself as a sensually embodied being
drop deep into your womb and activate the feminine frequencies inherently stored in this powerful portal
the innocence of eroticism and the power in stillness
together we unlayer the wounds in the sisterhood field and grow stronger together, crack our hearts open deeper together
these are the initiations lost in our society, from maiden to womanhood
In many cultures and ancient Priestess Lineages, women would come together in sacred ritual to learn from each other how to open their sensuality, attune their energies and cultivate their sexual energy.
Over time, modern day religion distorted many of these sacred teachings around sexuality, and as a result our society has lost these initiations.
If you are here reading this, you likely feel the deep call within you tor reclaim what's been lost and unwind back to your original blueprint
she’s been whispering within you for some time now… that something within you is awakening.
Sensual Initiation brings back these sacred feminine rituals, allowing you to feel embodied and fully embracing your divinely feminine nature. The wildness, the tenderness, the soft, the beauty, the raw, the loud, the gentle... embracing it all together.
June 2022 is the second Sensual Initiation, and words simply cannot explain the magnitude of what we all experienced at the last one. And we anticipate the potency to grow each and every time as Stephanie and Kendall continue to deepen in their own arts, process, and trainings. There's a reason that over half of the women are coming back from the last one!
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Accommodations in a luxury cabin the 20-27th
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3 healthy, organic meals per day made with ingredients from the local Farmer's market (except arrival and departure days - dinner on arrival and breakfast on departure)
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Tea and coffee service all day
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All circles, workshops, and classes during the immersion (we go deep!)
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Shuttle from the airport and to the airport (only if leaving in the morning on the final day)
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Group call before the retreat start date
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Group integration call after the retreat ends
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Access to all facilities at Finca Mia (the yoga deck, the saltwater pool, the river, the juice bar etc.)
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Photos from photoshoot or any taken during the week from our professional photographer/videographer
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Access to discounts on yoni eggs and wands and continuing education
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Possibility to attend a future immersion as an assistant (our assistants at this one were past attendees)
What's included...
Who is this for?
we truly believe that all women would benefit from diving deep into these realms AND we run on pure alignment and resonance here (which is why we have an application so we can all feel each other).
There are a lot of people who teach similar things, but no one does it like Stephanie and I (Kendall) we bring a fun and lightness and play, yet depth and stillness. There's a down-to-earth feeling to the spirituality we bring in. There's a purity in the sensual arts here and trauma awareness. Yet this is very deeply play and expansion! We are not for everyone. If you're here, though, there's likely a resonance with us and this space.
People come to this immersion for various reasons... some just feel a yes and don't know why, some want to feel more confident or heal sexual trauma, some want to improve their relationships and sex life, some are here to heal their sisterhood wounds, and some are just deeply devoted to this path of living a ritualistic and sensually awakened life. Women from all walks of life come, from a wide variety of ages and backgrounds.
The retreat center: Finca Mia
Finca Mia sits at the base of Mount Chirripo, the highest peak in Costa Rica and a popular hiking destination.
The farm is tucked in a rural mountain valley where lush jungle foliage climbs steep, green hillsides. Tropical birds sing at dawn & coyote calls echo across the valley at sunset.
Removed from touristy beaches, guests experience a slice of authentic Costa Rican village life in our magical, relaxing corner of the world.
Facilities include: yoga shala, maloca temple space, juice bar (open for ordering throughout the week), hot tub, saltwater swimming pool, beautiful river with swimming holes, fire pit, cozy living room space, hot showers, spring water for drinking water, massages available for booking throughout the week
The rooms...
Luxury lodges- shared accommodations available and just one solo luxury cabin still available.
*solo luxury cabin sold out
Eco Cabin - there is just one solo eco cabin available, it is more rustic, but a beautiful way to attune to the earth and have your own space for integration and rest.
The Facilitators
Tao Tantric Teacher, Yoga Teacher, Facilitator
Stephanie is passionate in empowering women to step into their full sovereignty specifically through reclaiming their sensual + sexual nature, as this is the source of a woman’s power. She believes that pleasure is our birthright, and is on a mission to empower women to expand their soul and liberate the wild within.
@iamstephanieberk on IG
Stephanie Berk
Kendall Nichole Frey
Womb Worker, Birth Doula, Energy Intuitive, Earth Witch, and initiate in the Rose lineage
Kendall’s personal mission is to support a collective Re-membering. To specifically support women in remembering their innate power and wisdom. To guide people to remember the interconnection we have with the Earth and with Magick. To guide women to unlayer somatic trauma from their womb and awaken their connection to intimacy
@iamkendallnichole on IG
The Flow of the Week
*general flow, we are still in ceremony with the process and listening to Spirit, so some will be a mystery and not revealed until you are there in it ;) and this is subject to change, yet here is a general flow for your body to relax into
Arrival Day
Arrival and syncing into the land
Opening Ceremony
Day 2: Clearing & Attuning
Morning practices
Temezcal (sweat lodge) to clear, release, and attune to the land
Uncovering the roots - rooting into our perineum and the roots of our sensuality story
Day 3: Dark Goddess & Alchemical Release
Releasing old stories, woundings, or traumas associated with the embodiment of our sensuality
Reclaiming our power and the fire within
Exploring self victimization and shame
Rewiring father/mother wounds
Exploring the dark goddess archetype (our wild within) to reclaim our power
Day 4: The Womb & Our Erotic Nature
Womb rituals
Open the heart, open her ~ awakening the chambers of your heart from past hurt or bitterness
Reclaiming our womb connection to Gaia
Erotic Dance Temple
Sensorium (a sensual exploration night with our sisters)
Day 5: Integration and Play
Rest and integration
Empowerment Photoshoot
Relaxation time
(option to sign up for womb massage, energy work, bodywork, etc)
Day 6: Creatrix - Abundance and Cultivation of Sensual Energy
Practices in being witnessed by your
sisters, rewiring sisterhood wounds
Jade Egg practices
Connection exercises
Yoni Puja
Celebrations of abundance
Day 7: Crowning Day
Cervical Magick and birth healing
Yoni wand practices, dearmouring
Yoni Milking Practice
Crowning Ceremony
Departure day
Breakfast and final goodbyes
Other daily experiences may include:
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Daily tea ceremony for energetic attunement
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Kundalini practices
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Qi Gong practices
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Belly dance class
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Rapeh Tobbaco Medicine ceremony
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Land communion
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Fire ceremony and song circle
Current early bird price is $2,997
Final investment will be $3,666 for the all inclusive, full immersion.
You can pay in full, or pay in multiple payments up until the retreat date (if a custom payment plan is needed or money is the only thing holding you back, we invite you to still apply and let's see what we can work out.) Typically, though, the sooner you register, the longer the payment plan can be.
If you have questions, or just want to chat to feel into if this is right for you and talk through what's coming up for you, we can set up a short 15-min call to answer any questions and explore any resistances without pressure or obligation. Please go ahead and fill out the application and I will reach out with a call link. This helps us to have more of a feel for you and where you're at :)
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The Investment
FAQ's
Is this only for women?
This is for womb-carriers/women identified people. If you do not have a physical womb, and are woman identifying and want to come you are absolutely more than welcome and something to be aware of is we will be doing some internal yoni practices. We are absolutely here to support space holding and happy to hop on the phone and chat if you want to feel if it would be a good fit.
What are the travel requirements for Costa Rica?
Currently, you do not need a vaccination or COVID test to get into Costa Rica AND you no longer need to purchase the travel insurance to get in.
Are flights included?
Flights are not included in the investment, but your shuttle from the airport and all accommodations on-site are.
Are there any local discounts?
Those who live in Chirripo/Diamante Valley area can receive a 10% discount off the retreat package.
Ticos (local Costa Ricans) can receive a 20% discount off the retreat package.
For those who live in/very close to the Los Angeles de Rivas neighborhood, if you prefer not to sleep on site there is an option for you to stay at your own home. Please inquire with us what this would look like (only for those who live here). We still highly recommend staying on site if possible.
What if I've never done anything like this before? Is this for me?
Wonderful! If you feel a pull and feel resonance you are welcome. To us it doesn't matter if you've done this, have trained in these arts, have worked with coaches etc. it's more of frequency based resonance for us and what we look for in women coming to this immersion is a high level of self-awareness, agility to take personal responsibility, and some level of being able to self-regulate the nervous system (and we are also there to support this). And excitement! If this is a yes for us all.
Will you be doing one in the future?
The intention is to host this at least once a year if not twice. The next one is tentatively set for June 2023 in Costa Rica. We always encourage if possible to come to the most up and coming because typically something is resonating deep within us now for a reason and we're being called by something. If you feel you really are more in alignment with 2023, you can get on the waitlist by sending through an application below (just note somewhere in the application you are interested in 2023) - you'll be the first to know about release dates, early bird pricing, and payment plans (potential for extended 12 payment plan if you reserve ahead of time to break down the investment more easily).
Do you do any partial scholarships?
We have two partial scholarships this time that are open - go ahead and fill pout an application and then send us an email, as well, letting us know you are intending to apply for the partial scholarship, let us know your current situation and how this might support you. These are intended for those who would other wise not make it, so tune in if that is truly you or if this is an edge you can expand into.