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PRIME-TIME Summer Workshop JULY 3rd to JULY 13th in three Modules

THE CONCEPT

This year, we take a look at aging, whilst acknowledging and grieving the things that aging may strip us of. We also want to explore the idea that:
  • We can find a flow of continual improvement throughout life.
  • The final stages of life might be the most fulfilling.
  • Aging can bring freedom from society’s expectations. 
  • Our later years may hold fewer  financial and time constraints.
  • We can let go of our own self-limiting ideas.
  • We can dream for ourselves, a fulfilling and abundant old age. 
  • We can become confident in the resources we have amassed over decades and their value to our communities.
A MODULAR RETREAT
Over 11 consecutive days we will be offering three modules, which can be combined or taken as one-off workshops. 
As in previous years we will be curating a clothing optional space, blending practices and experiences taken from :
  • Tantra tradition
  • Modern somatic and conscious sexuality traditions
  • Radical Faerie Culture
  • Personal growth
  • Queer intentional communities 
  • Sacred Intimacy
  • And many other traditions. 

We will create a temporary, nourishing, heart-centered community, rooted in embodiment, authenticity, and shared experience. A space where we can share touch, intimacy, and whatever we need to support each other in our personal growth and expansion. 

THE MODULES

 

  Module One:  
Friday 3rd July – Monday 6th July
MEET YOURSELF WHERE YOU ARE – GENTLY EXPAND TO BECOME EVEN MORE 

A beginner-friendly weekend combining mindfulness, somatic awareness, conscious touch, yoga, meditation, and tantric practices. Also suitable for experienced participants.

  Module Two:  

Monday 6th July – Wednesday 8th July
MEET YOUR RESOURCES – NATURE, FRIENDS, TOUCH AND SIMPLY JUST BEING
A relaxed, self-created mini-retreat, for those curious about community in the Radical Faerie culture.
Take time out to relax, unwind and connect.

These will be un-programmed ‘hanging-out’ days, focused on community living. With shared cooking, cuddling and chilling, maybe optional taster workshops, and opportunities to explore the land and beautiful surrounding areas together.

  Module Three:  

Wednesday 8th July – Monday 13th July
MEET YOUR FUTURE SELF – IMAGINE THE MOST MATURE AND COMPLETE EXPRESSION OF YOURSELF 
A reflective, in-depth exploration of aging as gay and queer men* — embracing slowing down, compassion, and life beyond society’s pressure to stay young.

There will be chances to mourn what’s lost but also to dream into being what could be.

 

*All modules are aimed primarily at exploring the experience of those who identify on a spectrum of masculinity. You will know whether this is you or not. All bodies are welcome and if you are unsure whether this workshop will suit you, please send me a message, so that we can explore that together.

 

 

HOW TO BOOK
All 3 Modules // 3-13 July
We encourage participants to book all 3 modules for the full experience. Your arrival day would be 3rd July and departure day 13th July.

Price // 1,170 GBP

Module 1 + 2 // 3-8 July

Price // 530 GBP

Module 2 + 3 // 8-13 July
Price // 830 GBP
 Module 1 // 3-6 July

Price // 450 GBP

Module 3 // 8-13 July

Price // 750 GBP

It’s not possible to come just for Module 2. This module serves as a relaxed community time for those completing Module 1 or preparing for Module 3.

These prices include all teaching and workshops, 3 catered meals per day, plus one extra day’s fee to cover arrival and departure days.

 

ACCOMMODATION
 Accommodation is extra with a range of options.
You are welcome to camp or sleep in a vehicle for 5 GBP per night.
And we have a selection of indoor rooms ranging from a bed in a shared dorm for 20 GBP per night to private en suite rooms available for 45 GBP per night.
See below for full details.

  • Own tent or live-in vehicle £5 per night, total £40
  • Single bed in shared room w shared bathroom £20 per night, total £160
  • Double bed in shared room w shared bathroom £25 per night, total £200
  • Single bed in private room w shared bathroom £35 per night, total £280
  • Double bed in private room w private en-suite £45 per night, total £360

Queercus Community

Queercus is an old sheep farm located on the border of the Dordogne and the Charente. It is currently home to six radical faeries, as well as hosting events. Participants of Prime-Time will stay in the main farmhouse or in one of the converted farm buildings and will have full access to the pool, the garden and the 50 acres of semi-wooded grounds.
You can find the Queercus Homepage here.
For a page of links related to all things Radical Faerie, click here.

Directions

Arriving by car : Let us know if that is your preference and we will send you the address of the venue by email. If you don’t have your own car it is normally possible to find a ride on the car share app. BlaBlaCar.com.

Arriving by train : The nearest train station is about 40 minutes by car at Angoulême and has regular, fast, train connections to Paris throughout the day. Normally the journey is around two hours and if buying a ticket well in advance on a Ouigo train there are often options under €20. We can arrange to pick you up at the station.

Arriving by plane : Our closest airport is Bordeaux however, depending on what time of day you arrive it can often be as easy or easiest to make the onward journey to the venue by flying into Orly and taking the TGV from Gare de Montparnase or Charles de Gaulle from where there are a certain number of direct trains to Angoulême.

Accommodation will be allocated on a first come first served basis with the widest choice going to the first bookings. All bedding will be provided and it is possible to have a single bed in a private room, a double bed in a private room with en-suite, or a bed in a shared room with up to two other participants.