Latihan: Trust & Surrender: Moving Into The Mystery

Schedule

Fri Nov 07 2025 at 07:30 pm to 10:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Esther Myers Yoga Studio | Toronto, ON

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Latihan is a blindfolded moving meditation that connects you to your body, other, and the universal energy that flows through everything.
About this Event

In a world that often prioritizes control and logic, Latihan offers a profound opportunity to step into the unknown with trust and curiosity.

This is a blindfolded, moving meditation that guides you to surrender the ego, quiet the mind, and reconnect with the universal life force that pulses through all things.



What is Latihan?

Rooted in the Subud tradition from Indonesia, Latihan is an ancient spiritual exercise of surrender. Traditionally practiced in segregated genders, this modern approach (influenced by Osho) strips away labels, titles, and separation. Here, we connect as humans—beyond gender or identity, allowing universal energy to move us.

Through spontaneous movement, Latihan reconnects you to the intelligence and impulses of your body—the instinctual animal within, your life force energy.

It is a practice of authentic expression, releasing the barriers of intimacy, and navigating chaos and uncertainty with more resilience and trust.

This is about surrendering the ego, stepping into the present moment, and embracing the unknown. Through the lens of Tantric ritual, we cultivate deeper joy, authenticity, and connection through this practice.



The Benefits of Latihan
  • Reconnect with Your Body: Awaken the intelligence of your body and its natural impulses, unlocking a sense of truth, wholeness, and wellness.
  • Experience Authentic Movement: Let go of control and allow your body to move intuitively, guided beyond your mind
  • Release Emotional Blocks: Dissolve fear, anger, and jealousy, creating space for healing and renewal.
  • Navigate Uncertainty with Grace: Build resilience and trust as you embrace the mystery of life.
  • Euphoria and Bliss: The practice can lead to ecstatic or psychedelic-like experiences of joy and presence.
  • Deepen Intimacy: Break down the barriers that keep you from connecting fully with yourself and others.
  • Be Fully Present: Drop the stories, labels, and mental chatter, and immerse yourself in the pure experience of being alive.



Who Is This For?

This is for individuals ready to embrace trust and surrender in a supportive space. It’s designed for those seeking to:

  • Deepen their connection to their body, intuition, and life force.
  • Navigate uncertainty with confidence and presence.
  • Explore spontaneous, authentic movement and expression.
  • Open to joy, intimacy, and connection in a safe environment.
  • Experience touch/connection without attachment.
  • Experience life through a Tantric lens that celebrates being in the moment.



Who This Is Not For?

If you are currently in a heightened state of distress or have experienced serious trauma that has not yet been addressed, this practice may not be suitable. The ritual can evoke intense emotions and sensations that require grounding and stability. Please prioritize your healing journey and seek professional support before joining this space.



What to Expect?
  • Opening Circle: Set agreements for consent, intentions, ground yourself, and join the group in creating a safe and supportive container.
  • Embodied warm up to get out of your head.
  • Latihan Ritual: A blindfolded experience of spontaneous movement, guided by spirit, where you’ll release ego, trust your body, and surrender to the unknown.
  • Integration and Rest: Conclude with stillness and allowing your body/mind/spirit to absorb and integrate the experience.
  • Closing circle: To Reflect and share about your experience within the community.



Why Latihan Is A Powerful Practice?

In a world increasingly disconnected from touch, intuition, and authenticity, Move into the Mystery offers a rare opportunity to return to the body and the present moment.

This ritual is about stepping into your truth, embracing your wholeness, and finding joy in surrender.

Are you ready to trust the mystery and let it move you?

Join us for this transformative journey.



What to Bring:
  • A blindfold
  • Light, comfortable clothing - no zippers/buckles/straps,buttons
  • A yoga mat, meditation cushion or blanket
  • Water bottle



Tickets:

Past Participants $55 + Fees & HST - DM us for promo code

Early Bird $65+ Fees & HST (until October 15th)

General admission $75 + Fees & HST (until November 5th)

Last Call $85 + Fees & HST




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About the Facilitators:

Jaime Verk :
Jaime, affectionately known as JLove, is a Trauma-Informed Somatic Energy Healer, Relationship & Intimacy Coach, and International Retreat Leader. Blending the wisdom of Yoga, Tantra, and Reiki with somatics and emotional healing, she guides individuals to overcome blocks to intimacy, embrace vulnerability, and cultivate deeper connections. Jaime is known for creating inclusive, safe spaces where participants can surrender to the unknown, explore their edges, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Her events uniquely weave joy, adult play, and empowerment into transformational experiences, fostering trust, self-discovery, and profound personal growth.

Instagram: @madewith_jlove
Website: https://jaimeverk.com/


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Sacha Bryce

Sacha, born and raised in Toronto, is an EFT Tapping practitioner and trainer who guides women into confident leadership beyond their fears. Growing up in a religious environment as a sensitive Scorpio, she learned to hide parts of her identity to fit in. Through years of healing, Sacha developed a deep understanding of self-love and acceptance. She now uses tools like yoga therapy, EFT tapping, and somatic therapy to help others expand their consciousness. Passionate about women’s empowerment, Sacha envisions a world where women connect, heal, and shine authentically in their gifts.

Instagram: @SACHABRYCE.EFT

Website: www.coresoulwork.com


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Esther Myers Yoga Studio, 390 Dupont Street, Toronto, Canada

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