Cacao Ceremony and 3 Worlds Flow with Anja & Mercia

Cacao Ceremony and 3 Worlds Flow with Anja & Mercia

Join Anja and Mercia for a profound exploration of the 3 worlds, blending Cacao Ceremony with a ritualistic yoga flow.

Embark on a transformative journey through the mystical realms of the 3 worlds. A heart-opening Cacao Ceremony followed by a slow Yoga flow through the 3 worlds. Rooted in the ancient wisdom of the Andes, this slow vinyasa-based sequence, seamlessly intertwines yoga and ceremony to offer a profound exploration of the lower, middle, and upper worlds. Inviting you to explore the depths of your inner shadows in the lower world. Transitioning to the middle world to ground in the earthly realm; connecting with nature. Finally, ascending to the upper world, basking in the light and energy of the heavens, navigating your personal journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Why Ceremonial Cacao?

An ancient medicine, first utilized by Aztecs and Mayans in Central and South America, the word “cacao” comes from the Mayan words “Ka’kau” meaning “heart blood,” and “Chokola’j” meaning “to drink together.” The Mayan's believed that their gods bled into cacao pods, and gifted them to their people. Cacao was considered one of the ingredients used to create humanity, and a key component in returning the planet to a state of harmony, opening the hearts of humanity.

This pure cacao bean paste is packed full of health restoring and consciousness altering properties! Cacao is jam packed full of dopamine, serotonin, theobromine, zinc, magnesium, iron, manganese and potassium as well as healthy fats that support our body in a plethora of ways.

Cacao supports heart-opening and a uniquely expansive, peaceful and open physical and mental state. This facilitates time to go inwards, drop into the present moment and connect with self. Cacao plays a beautiful role in energetic healing and gaining clarity in areas of love, intuition, personal growth, and purpose and is a fantastic sensory anchor when going inwards and tapping into our intuitive energy.

Meet Anja

Anja is a 500+ RYT dedicated yoga practitioner and teacher with a passion for holistic and therapeutic yoga. Anja's teachings are infused with her unique approach, aiming to inspire and nurture individuals on their journey of self-discovery and well-being. She creates an environment for the integration of movement and mindfulness, inviting students to explore the depths of their practice with curiosity and authenticity.

Anja's yoga journey began in Austria with a focus on elemental Hatha Vinyasa. She continued her studies in Guatemala with a 300-hour Earth Medicine program, merging yoga with shamanism in sacred ceremonies and rituals. In Bali, she deepened her practice in Zen Thai Flow. Now, she integrates all these teachings into her holistic approach to yoga.

“My journey with cacao has taken me to its homeland, where I've participated in profound ceremonies and received the teachings of the three worlds flow from my mentors in Guatemala. I'm grateful to share this unique offering with the community on the Sunshine Coast, providing a safe space to explore sacred ritual.”

Meet Mercia

Movement has always been a large part of Mercia’s life. An athlete all through her young years, her yoga practice began at age 13, growing and changing with her as she moved through life. With a BSc in Physiology and Nutrition, she is fascinated and inspired by the mechanics of the body and the systems that support us. Through yoga, Mercia found a way to fully integrate connection of the body, mind and spirit in one powerful practice.

Passionate about a holistic approach to health, Mercia has been facilitating Women’s Circles, Cacao Ceremonies and community events for years, encouraging connection to self and to the local community. Mercia holds 450 YTT hours in the Ashtanga- Vinyasa system working on supporting ancient tradition with modern Science and Anatomy knowledge. She advocates for yoga as a life path, spiritual practice, and tool for sharpening the mind and body.