People everywhere seek meaningful connection, 
insightful learning, and community that can work together 
in response to the challenges and dreams of our times. 

So many of us need a format and practice to interrupt stuck patterns,
and to respond with consciousness in chaos. 

So many of us seek process for deliberate
kindness, consciousness, and flow with life itself.

Circle gives us a light, yet reliable structure 
to invite that together, with people everywhere.


Join us for this first ever Advancing Practice, The Circle Way in Australia.
YOUR STEPS TO PARTICIPATE

1. Explore the description and purpose below (to get plenty curious).
2. Fill in the Application Form
(to start your thinking and to share some of your circle experience).
3. Upon receipt of your Application,
one of us will reach you to arrange a call
​(to get to know you a bit better and respond to your questions).
4. Register (to confirm your details).
5. Pay (to confirm your registration).
6. Show up in September (to be in deep learning and some mischief).
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Our deepest belief has been that careful dialogue,
with a question or intention in the center,
agreements for speaking and listening at the rim,
and a light social structure for leadership
can change how people work, live, and govern themselves. 
~ Christina Baldwin and Ann Linnea
​The Circle Way​
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The Circle Way Advancing Practice
is a learning retreat that expands on the teachings and practices
found in the book The Circle Way: A Leader In Every Chair. 

This retreat further nuances circle
as a way of being and as a discipline of engagement.

It is designed to apply to all layers of system
​— self, team, organization, and community.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Teaching — Exploring further and in more depth teachings that Penny and Tenneson bring forward as current insights, challenges, and potentials from applied circle practice. 

Co-Learning — Engaging with all participants having requisite background and substantial applied hosting practice. Expect learning with peers based on the questions and circumstances you bring.

Paradigm Grounding — Uncovering further underlaying individual and communal stances so needed to strengthen circle practice in amplified and intensified contexts.

Beautiful Surrounding — The Big House, nestled in the serene Noosa Hinterland on the Sunshine Coast has expansive deck with stunning rural views encouraging relaxation, rest and contemplation.
I arrived at the Circle Way practicum a curious learner with what I felt was some solid experiences in hosting circle in a variety of spaces.
I left the practicum even more curious and ready to practice circle in new and deeper ways. I had some delightful and deeply personal reflections and the light was certainly shone onto at least two of my blind spots. 
​I would love the opportunity to attend again as you can never stop learning and deepening your practice.
~ Michelle Crozier, Co-founder and Core Team, Campfire Coop

WHO IS INVITED
The Circle Way Advanced Practicum is for practitioners who are:
  • Already steeped in circle practice (The Circle Way or other circle traditions), experienced enough to share stories of transformation and shakiness;
  • In big projects or initiatives and want help to operationalize circle in both organizations and communities;
  • Carrying complex and current questions best encountered together and to be faced with courage;
  • Learning to stand grounded while many around us lose footing.

​The Circle Way Advancing Practice is deliberately designed for intimacy and integration. We will cap participants at 14 to encourage depth of teaching, engagement, and harvest. 

​Previous participation in an in-person The Circle Way practicum or online class isn't a pre-requisite for the Advanced Practicum, as we know that everyone's path as a practitioner is different.
The Circle Way practicum was an opportunity to deepen and focus my practice
of using Circle in my professional and personal life. 
The experience was nourishing and challenging, and the teaching and hosting beautiful, clear and generous.
We were offered space and gentle, thoughtful support to work through whatever came up.
There was a great sense of acceptance and strong hosting of the dynamics that arose.
It was an unforgettable experience that has been of great benefit to me and the people I live and work with.
If your work or your life offers opportunities for working in deep exploration and co-creation with others...
​ I recommend this practicum to you. 
Jane Geltch, Purpose Partners

LOCATION
This is a residential retreat hosted at Welcome to the BIG House, Accommodation is shared. 

Here is some information on getting to the BIG House. 

​Nourishing food is either grown onsite in their vegetable garden or sourced from local growers to ensure fresh seasonal produce. 

Also, massage therapists will be available for massage in the free time during the gathering. Sessions are self-pay. More information is here.
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​With thanks to "Welcome to the BIG House" for many of the beautiful photos we've used on this website.
I knew this work was closely linked to how I envisage working - and now I know why!
I really appreciate being able to experience this work in such a beautiful space.
Also, the value of meeting like-minded others was extraordinarily in this environment. I was really struck by how aligned our values were, under-pinning the choices we make in our lives.
​In the connections I have made during this experience, I feel I've made valuable friendships and a support network which will only enhance collaboration and value adding. 
​Carolyn Ball

SCHEDULE

10 September: We begin with dinner at 5:00pm and our opening evening council.

11 to 13 September: Full day programs with spacious breaks and some evening programming

14 September: A morning session with our closing circle concluding by 11:00. 

The number of days is deliberately chosen to encourage retreat, deep learning,
​and a lasting integration of circle applied to your respective work.
Inspired from hearing our stories of practice,
together we will create a map of topics to guide our attention 
that may include:
  • Teaching through story / inviting learning through story.
  • Cultivating perpetual curiosity and translating experience to inviting questions.
  • Invoking wise-action choices informed by center.
  • Activating circle in a moment’s notice.
  • Discovering practices that can support our circles in disrupting patterns of privilege and oppression, and contribute to more equitable spaces.
  • Working with our stressful thoughts and limiting beliefs to host difficult situations with greater awareness and skill.​
  • Using circle as container for clarity to clear miscommunications.​
  • How the concept of “brave space” shift or strengthen our circle practice.
  • Introducing circle into resistant yet reeling systems.
  • Navigating contexts of tension, conflict, sabotage, and trauma.
  • Invoking non-appropriative ceremony or contemporary ritual to create deeper layer shift.
  • Working with energetics and the unseen.
  • Sharpening our circle practice to improve awareness of power differences and help equalize power.
The Circle Way Practicum was one of those life-changing experiences I didn't know I needed!
It was a profound, impactful and delicious five days.
Jan Ungerer, Facilitator, Coach, Presenter

COST

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​$1,500 Early Bird Team (through 15 June 2020)
$1,800 Regular Team (after 15 June 2020)
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$1,650 Early Bird Individual (through 15 June 2020)
$1,950 Regular Individual (after 15 June 2020)
Some grants are available, with priority for self-identified Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people
and young people (under 30) ... 

Please contact us.
Cancellation policy: If you cancel more than 30 days before the practicum begins,
we will return your payment minus a $100 administrative charge.
If you cancel within 30 days of the practicum start date,
​any refund is contingent upon your arranging a replacement registration, or, a full registration roster.  
​The Circle Way Practicum was a deeply enriching experience
from both a professional and personal point of view.
The multi-day journey, away from life's distractions, created the somewhat rare context
for deep learning and true engagement in the practice.
I want to thank Amanda, Tenneson and Penny for providing the space for the support and space for growth during this Practicum. ​
Steph Fowler, PwC's The Difference
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