Human Forest - Old Growth Forest. An Experience of Regenerative Touch.

Old Growth Forest of the Endor Moon - A Star Wars Themed Forest!
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, beings remembered the restorative power of touch.
Using the Force of ether and the elements they wielded the power to give each other the essence of love and devotion.
In no place was this Force of nature more felt and harnessed than on the Forest planet of Endor. Trees and creatures of the Forest were in utter harmony.

But where there is light, there is also darkness looming. The forces of the Emperor would seek to take what they wished from this peace loving planet. As they descend and begin their invasion, the creatures and Rebel Forces of Endor must battle to maintain their own boundaries while still receiving the life-giving sustenance of touch.
By wonder of a tear in the time space continuum, this forested planet is set to appear at the sacred temple of Centre of You in South Yarra on the auspicious day - May the 4th (be with you!)
So come embrace your inner Eewok, your inner Wookie, be the Jedi you always wanted to be or find your darkness as a Sith.

Assume the identity of any character you wish to embody and enter the Old Growth Forest on the planet of Endor.

WHAT IS AN OLD GROWTH HUMAN FOREST?

Where our standard forests are an introduction to new participants, this Forest honours the wisdom and experience of participants that have attended at least 3 of our Forests.
Names will be checked against our ticket lists for previous events to ensure that only experienced trees and critters are in attendance.
There will be far less talk, and far more touch! You will have more time in the Forest experience and in the connection exercises.

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WHERE ARE THE PROFITS GOING?

This year a portion of our profits are going towards the EPOCH GROVE Reforestation Project. This project has been planting trees on Taungurung land near Heathcote, VIC.

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IMPORTANT:

• In this event we focus on devotional, loving and non-sexually oriented touch. Note: there is no genitalia touch at this event but breast and bum touch will be allowed (with the consent of the tree of course.
• All our events have been remarkably healing and opening for many participants, as seen in the testimonials above.
• This event will explore more of the giving and taking energies of touch.

About your facilitators:

Shlomit -

As a truth seeker, dancer, rebel and purveyor of pleasure, Shlomit developed a deep connection to her rich internal world from an early age. For the past 8 years, somatic practices inducing flow states and travel to 49 countries has been Shlomit's strongest medicine and companion in cultivating internal safety, self love and trust. Open hearted, open minded, Shlomit brings an embodied sensual playfulness that gives others permission to soften and let their full expression be welcomed and seen. Shlomit is passionate about curating spaces where people can access their inner world, safely explore their edges and honour their boundaries as a means of deepening self trust and internal safety, expanding their capacity to receive the fullness of love that is their natural state of being. Shlomit offers 1:1 devotional body work to restore, worship and provide loving touch and presence to your body and soul.

Patrick Blooming

Patrick is one of the co-founders of the Human Forest Project and has been holding Human Forests for over 3 years now. From its humble beginnings in a warehouse apartment in Melbourne, Victoria, the Forests have now been running internationally from Lisbon to London.

His emphasis is on holding and recognising the balance between being playful and serious to create spaces that make you feel completely at ease but courageous enough to explore your edges. He believes in collaboratively building 'Brave Spaces', encouraging active self-responsibility while supporting participants every step of the way to recognise their own needs and be as authentic as they possibly can be.

Things to note:

Bring:

• Your costume! Let’s have fun with this- lightsabers are welcome!
• An indoor plant to contribute to the Forest and create a jungle to frolic within
• Props - in this forest you will have more toys to play with to enhance the experience of touch
• Some nibbles and/or drinks to share with others at the end
• An open mind
• Any friends that might be interested! ;)

Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 7:30pm - 7:45pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 8:00pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.

Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).

Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).

Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.

Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via [email protected] or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.

Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via [email protected] or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram

Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.

If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via [email protected] or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.

Questions? Email [email protected] or reach out via Instagram DM.

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