To celebrate the expansion of Space Yoga Byron Bay, you are officially invited for a beautiful evening of connection, movement, creation, surrender and release ..... and of course lots of Cacao.

Hosted by Dunja Vairaktaris from @divinelighttherapy and Courtney Krulis from @rise_ecstatic_dance, this beautiful Cacao Ceremony is in conjunction with the New Moon and Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius bringing forth;

*New vision and awareness

*Resets and fresh starts

*Creativity and research

*Excitement and desire for change

*More profound effects on humanity

Since eclipses tend to shake things up, the less we have to rid ourselves of, the better. We can all aid the process by engaging in a deep cleanse and release together in Ceremony, before the Solar Eclipse on the 14th of December.

So what is a Cacao Ceremony and what to expect.

Cacao ceremonies are a type of shamanic healing, which is one of the oldest holistic healing practices used by indigenous cultures all over the world. It is a gathering of souls in sacred circle, honouring this sacred plant and honouring each other. These types of healing ceremonies work with rebalancing energies in the body to realign, release, connect and so much more. Unlike other plant medicine experiences, drinking cacao will not make you hallucinate or give you a psychedelic experience. Cacao instead, is used to expand and open your heart, and to be your guide into your own inner journey.

Expect to move your body, connect to beautiful souls, be creative, release what no longer serves you and open your heart.

A little about this divine plant;

"Cacao has been used by the Mayans and other ancient cultures for thousands of years, to help open the heart and connect with their true self and others.

This is because chocolate in its raw form contains a natural substance called Theobromine, which activates the heart, along with being an antioxidant and detoxifying. Originating in Central and South America it is traditionally served as a drink with chilli, which complements the effects of Cacao by helping to open cells so the medicine can go deeper into the bloodstream.

Cacao starts as a small dark beans, which range from light brown to deep purple and black. The beans grow inside a soft white fleshy pod-shaped fruit which sprouts straight from the trunk of a tree" -School of Breath Medicine

What are the benefits of drinking Cacao;

- Breaks down and decalcifies the pineal glad

- Creates and opening within cells

- High in Magnesium, Iron, Vitamin B6 and Antioxidants

- Helps relax the Nervous System

- Pushes Toxins out of the liver

- Connection to the divine

- Heart opening

How to prepare;

- Best not to eat 2-4 hours before ceremony

- If you must eat, only eat a very light meal

- Avoid coffee and other stimulants the day of ceremony as they can lessen or confuse the effects of Cacao

- Wear light and comfortable clothing, that are easy to move in

- Bring an open mind and a loving heart

About your Facilitator;

Dunja Vairaktaris : With a passion for creativity and an appreciation of ancient wisdom, Dunja fell in love with the philosophy of yoga about 14 years ago. Over the years her love of alternate practices gave her the inspiration to swap her office job for an alternate lifestyle and become a Holistic Therapist, specialising in Meditation, Holistic Counselling and Shamanic Healing. She is also a Reiki Master in Usui Reiki and has studied Past Life Regression. It was only much later that she took a leap of faith and moved to the beautiful coastal town of Byron Bay, where she is now the proud owner of Space Yoga Byron Bay. Her Shamanic background and inquisitive personality grew her fascination for Cacao and the ritual behind the ceremonial practice. Wanting to deepen her understanding of the plant and its benefits she trained under the guidance of Daisy Kaye and Stephanie Anja and became a Cacao Ceremony Facilitator. The Croatian born wife and mother of two has taken her passion and developed a teaching style to complement her gentle and healing approach to life. You can expect a gentle and yet empowering practice with mediation, sound, movement and energy healing. Forever a student, Dunja is dedicated to expanding her knowledge from ancient wisdom and life experience. her practice is an invitation for others to join her on this journey and connect to their divine selves and others.

Courtney Krulis: Courtney Krulis is passionate about holistic wellness, having experienced severe stress and burn out whilst working for fast-paced corporates across Melbourne, London and New York City. She has a passion for dance and the benefits associated with moving energy through the body, encouraging her clients to move in unique ways to allow their authentic expression to emerge. Courtney’s practice is an invitation to move beyond the mind and connect with your spirit through breath, sound and movement. She is determined to help individuals find what brings them joy and let their heart lead the way. Courtney has a degree in Education and is trained in various healing modalities, including Neuro Linguistic Programming, Theta Healing & Cacao Ceremony Facilitation.

Things to consider;

Ceremonial doses of Cacao are not recommended for somebody who is taking antidepressants (Cacao contains MAO inhibitors), has a serious heart condition, has very high blood pressure or suffers epilepsy. Please speak to your doctor if you consider taking ceremonial doses of Cacao in any of these cases. Raw Cacao contains Histamine. Pregnant women should take smaller amounts. Please contact us directly if this applies to you.

Last but not least;

Bookings are essential so please book in early so you don't miss out. Tickets can be purchased through www.spaceyoga.com.au or by following this link