These are not gentle times. The world can feel forceful, fast-moving, and overwhelming, and many of us are carrying more than we can easily hold. Rage, fear, grief, and urgency — energies that do not readily soften or settle — can leave hope feeling stretched thin.
This workshop invites you to move with what is large, unruly, and fully alive. Rather than shutting down, pushing through, or collapsing beneath intensity, we will explore how to meet it and channel it through the body with guidance and care.
We will align with magnitude — the scale and force of lived experience. We will dance with mayhem — disruption, chaos, and the loss of control. We will open to monstrosity — the hidden, inconvenient, feral, or frightening parts of ourselves that can also feel deeply enlivening.
Through guided movement, music, and art-making, we will practice transforming big energies into motion and form, so intensity can become expressive and creative instead of overwhelming or destructive.
The space is clearly facilitated and well-contained, grounded in choice, gradation, and consent. All movement is invitational and adaptable. You decide how close to go, what pace to take, and how much to share, and in what form. Time will also be set aside for grounding and integration.
Expect uncertainty, transformation, and good company.
Andrea Juhan is a licensed psychotherapist with a PhD in Dance/Movement Therapy. She is drawn to the process of becoming an attuned, skillful inhabitant of a human body. Her embodiment approach is expressed through bodywork, yoga, dance, psychotherapy, meditation, professional trainings, academic programs, and ongoing dedicated practice.
Vic Cooper is an Open Floor teacher and co-founder of Open Floor International. For more than 30 years, he has supported movement work around the world, bringing playful presence, deep musical intelligence, and embodied inquiry to the dance floor.
Designed for shared stays, this room type accommodates four to six guests in a welcoming, gender-inclusive setting, with a maximum stay of seven consecutive days. It’s a practical choice for retreat participants who value comfort, simplicity, and a sense of community during their time away.
Each bunk room includes twin-size bunk beds and a private bathroom with a shower, offering the privacy and convenience guests need throughout their stay. Fresh towels, bath soap, and bed linens are provided, so you can settle in with ease and focus on your experience rather than the details.
With its straightforward layout and thoughtfully provided essentials, this accommodation supports a restful and uncomplicated stay, making it well suited for those looking to share space while still enjoying comfort and functionality.
Ideal for guests who want a more social stay without the atmosphere of a dorm, this cozy shared room offers a comfortable and practical setup for up to three people of the same gender. The space is arranged with three beds: two on the main floor and one tucked into a sleeping loft, creating a simple, welcoming environment that still feels private and restful.
Each room includes an in-room bathroom with a shower, making daily routines easy and convenient. To help you settle in with ease, towels, bath soap, and bed linens are all provided. Whether you are traveling for a retreat, a wellness stay, or a peaceful getaway with others, this room offers a warm balance of connection, comfort, and simplicity.
Designed for guests seeking a little extra privacy, this inviting room offers a peaceful place to unwind within the charming, Big Sur-inspired motel atmosphere of the property. Thoughtfully located for convenience, it overlooks the main campus and garden, giving you a calming view to return to throughout your stay.
Inside, you’ll find a private bathroom and a comfortable setting that supports rest, simplicity, and easy access to the wider retreat experience. It’s an ideal choice for solo travelers or couples looking for a quiet, well-situated space to recharge between wellness activities, meals, and moments of relaxation.
If you’d like to share the room, one additional guest may join for an extra $250 per night.
Settle into a relaxed stay surrounded by the charming motel-inspired atmosphere of Big Sur. This Standard Two Double Beds room offers a comfortable, unfussy space designed for easy rest and shared travel. With two double beds and a private bathroom, it is a practical choice for friends, couples, or family members looking to enjoy time together while still having room to unwind.
The room’s simple, welcoming feel makes it easy to slow down after a day of exploring, reconnecting, or simply enjoying a peaceful break. Whether you are traveling for a quiet getaway or a shared adventure, this space provides the comfort and privacy you need for a restful stay.
Designed for a serene Central Coast escape, this room invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and settle into a truly restful stay. A luxurious queen bed creates a comforting place to unwind after a day of exploring, offering the kind of refuge that feels both elevated and easy. The atmosphere is warm and relaxing, with thoughtful details that help guests feel instantly at ease.
Depending on the room, you may enjoy one or more of the following features:
Whether you are here for a peaceful getaway or simply looking for a more refined place to rest, this room offers a welcoming balance of comfort, charm, and natural beauty.
Andrea Juhan is a licensed psychotherapist with a PhD in Dance/Movement Therapy, bringing a deeply informed perspective to embodied healing and personal growth. Her work centers on the journey of becoming a more attuned, skillful inhabitant of the human body, with an approach shaped by years of study and practice across multiple disciplines. She weaves together bodywork, yoga, dance, psychotherapy, meditation,...
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As an Open Floor teacher and co-founder of Open Floor International, Vic Cooper has spent more than 30 years supporting movement work around the world. His teaching is known for its playful energy, deep musical intelligence, and grounded approach to embodied inquiry, creating space for people to explore movement with curiosity and ease. In his sessions, participants are invited onto the...
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Mon, Aug 10 – Fri, Aug 14