RISE | Reigniting Individual Sovereignty and Ecstasy

RISE is a series of four monthly tantric embodiment experiences to put into practice your tantric tools, presence, pleasure and power.

Designed for you to RISE to your next level.

Are you ready to explore the depths of intimacy and connect with yourself and others on a deeper level? Join us for RISE | Reigniting Individual Sovereignty and Ecstasy starting on Wednesday September 24, 2025 from 7:30 -10:30 PM and recurring monthly (dates below) Wednesdays at Temple in the Trees in Leesburg, VA.

This four month series is experiential, extraordinarily beautiful and explores our intimacy on a highly connective level as well as spirituality and alchemically emphasizing physicality through energetics, breathwork and touch based dynamics. We will follow the four key pillars of tantric embodiment: Breath, Sound, Movement and Imagination.

This is next level.

Are you feeling called? Now is your opportunity to join and get perks for the full 4 month journey:

• Private Facebook group for deeper engagement with instructors and participants
• End of journey Temple Party exclusively for class participants ($111)
• 20% discount on select other classes and retreats

COST: $469

Drop ins not available.

Space limited to 12 individuals in this small group individualized study.

Lara & Michael Blackin, tantric educators, teach simple and profound tools for navigating your pleasure, presence & power.

All who have previously attended our classes are welcome.

What will I discover?

• How we can create our own reality.
• Shamanic breathwork.
• Create sxxuality that is truly sacred.
• Develop radical self love.
• Resolve relationship conflicts and issues.
• Align your tantric practices with your daily and personal life.
• Enable massive amounts of life force to flow through your body.
• Regulate your nervous system with somatic practices and badass boundaries.
• Connect to pleasure, aliveness and authenticity.
• New ways your body can experience sensation.
• Tantric soul level connection.
• The depths of pleasure in moving energy and sharing it with others.
• Expansion and more expansion.

When are these classes?

Each class will be from 7:30-10:30pm

• Sept 24 - Breath
• Oct 29 - Sound
• Nov 25 - Movement
• Dec 17 - Imagination
• Exclusive invite-only end of journey Temple Party

Doors open at 7 pm.

Starts promptly at 7:30pm

Workshop ends at 10:30pm

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is this for Singles or Partners? The RISE series of workshops is intended for both individuals and couples.

Parking at Temple in the Trees: This is a residential neighborhood. To maintain a good relationship with our neighbors, we require parking only at a nearby public lot. It's a short walk to the Temple and we will provide shuttle services to and from your car if desired. Details will be provided in a welcome email closer to the event.

Will people be disrobed? This a personal preference at your discretion. Agreements will be discussed at opening.

Will there be confidentiality? Yes, and all agreements will be discussed at opening circle of each class.

What should I bring? Bring your curiosity, comfy clothes, maybe a notebook, a closed top water bottle, and an open heart and mind.

What should I wear? Dress in comfortable clothing that allows movement and engagement. We welcome sexy fun clothing that makes you feel good.

Will this class be available for drop ins? No. These classes sell out quickly and we will fill up on full journey participants.

When do I need to arrive? Please arrive early so we can close the doors promptly at 7:30pm ET. Doors open at 7:00pm ET.

Light snacks are provided.

WHERE:

The Temple in the Trees, Leesburg Virginia is our home.

We welcome you here as a space for you too to come home to yourself in.

An oasis of tantric learning tucked in the woods of Northern Virginia, we are 30 minutes from DC & Frederick MD, an hour from Baltimore and 15 minutes from Dulles Airport.

Surrounded by wineries, nature, magnificent mountain view’s and historic rivers, we are a destination of peace and prosperity.

WHO:

~ Your Guides ~

Lara & Michael Blackin

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Lara Blackin

Lara is a Tantric Educator, Sacred Intimacy Practitioner and Visual Artist specializing in therapeutic, sensual & energetic touch bringing aliveness to the art of living + loving. A creative leader & guide who brings multidimensional vision to her offerings, she facilitates the ignition of personal transformation in others & community.

Lara is a leader in the field of sacred embodiment with over 25 years of professional experience as a 1000 e-ryt Kundalini Yoga Educator & Sacred Sexual Somatic Arts Practitioner.

A visual artist, Lara has a BA in Theatre Arts and creates artistry with ritual, theatric event design, and is know for creating alchemic spaces for authentic self expression. Weaving art, tantra and mindfulness practices, teaching individuals and partners the art of intimacy is Lara’s greatest mission in life.

As co-proprietor of Temple in the Trees, a sacred space for community tucked away in the forests of Northern Virginia, Lara facilitates tantric learning experiences where all beings can express themselves in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. Learn more about Lara and Temple in the Trees at https://ourtempleinthetrees.com• • •

Michael Blackin

Michael is a Tantric educator who is passionate about supporting people on their journey to greater presence, intimacy and pleasure. He is dedicated to helping others reach their highest good, creating community, pursuing bliss and enriching all comers.

As co-proprietor of Temple in the Trees, a sacred space for community tucked away in the forests of Northern Virginia, Michael facilitates tantric learning, monthly men’s circle gatherings, movement classes, meditation, events and play to enable people to connect with others and express themselves in a safe, nonjudgmental environment

We are Lara & Michael. Welcome to Temple in the Trees. Learn more about our classes, events, circles and retreats at ourtempleinthetrees.com

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