The Temple of the Avalon Priestesses
"Ancient prophesies have spoken of the return of the Priestesses...The purpose of these Priestesses returning to Earth is to re-establish the primacy of Goddess consciousness.
It is to bring back the treasures of the divine feminine soul, through working in the role of Priestess. It is to join again with a soul family or group who have known each other in previous incarnations."
- excerpt from Chapter 1, Avalon Priestess Training Practitioner Handbook by Sophie Bashford
Being drawn to return to The Avalon Priestess Temple is a deep calling. It's a message from your feminine soul asking you to take a guided, sincere step into becoming a light for the world.
The Nine Priestesses of Avalon are leading you back to their temple of intuitive power, sacred silence and divine initiation.In the circle of nine, they vibrate with universal feminine symbolism and mythos, calling through the ages the songs of the oracles, the seers, the visionaries and the prophetesses.
This immersive in-person training will guide you along an initiatory path. You'll move through spiritually symbolic gateways that awaken and anchor your intuitive feminine skills.
In The Avalon Priestess Training you'll learn how to:
On completion of the training you'll be prepared to give uplifting intuitive healing and oracle card sessions for others in a professional manner. You'll be fully initiated in the Chalice Well Energy Healing modality and instructed on how to safely give beautiful energy healing sessions. You'll also be prepared to hold devotional healing circles and small groups and channel divine feminine Avalon light.
You'll receive close instruction and support from Sophie, an internationally-renowned intuitive practitioner with over 15 years experience working intensively in the intuitive healing arts.
The Avalon Priestess Training is for you if you:
Read this handy guide to the three different levels of working with Sophie through The Moon Temple Journey and beyond. The guide explains how the Avalon Priestess Training fits into the three levels.
Your Training
Join Sophie and her trusted retreat team on an exclusive week-long training in the idyllic Welsh countryside.
Wales holds powerful links to the spirit of Avalon. Ancient Welsh lore speaks of Merlin, King Arthur, the Holy Grail and of course, the Nine Priestesses of Avalon.
The energy of Celtic goddesses vibrates through the valleys and flows along the sparkling rivers and streams.
To prepare for your immersive seven-day training, you'll attend at least one of the two online welcome workshops held by Sophie in March and April.
Welcome Workshop One
8th March 2024 5.00-6.30pm GMT ON ZOOM
Welcome Workshop Two
8th April 2024 5.00-6.30pm GMT ON ZOOM
The Avalon Priestess Retreat
Thursday 2nd May - Wednesday 8th May 2024 RESIDENTIAL IN WALES, UK
Inside the you'll receive:
Feel confident and prepared to share your inner gifts
On successful completion of the Training, you'll feel confident to conduct intuitive healing and guidance sessions for others in a professional manner.
You'll be inspired to give transformative oracle card readings that go beyond the written information on the cards, opening the doors to deeper insights and intuitive observations.
You'll be able to offer Chalice Well Healing Light, a unique energy healing modality that flows directly from the Avalon Priestess lineage and divine feminine source.
You'll be prepared to hold devotional circles and groups guided and protected by the Avalon Priestesses, in which sacred feminine Avalon light can be offered as a healing gift.
By entering the Temple of the Avalon Priestesses and for this training, you'll feel the enormous benefit of this ancient healing wisdom for yourself and for others. It will give you the solid foundation from which to share this precious awakening tool for the sacred feminine soul.
The Retreat Week
At Garth Barns in rural Wales
We start the week with a beautiful Opening Ceremony to open the spiritual gateway of our retreat. The programme unfolds gently so you can make the transition from the outside world to the mystical inner realms of the Avalon Priestess with ease.
Through guided morning and afternoon sessions in the warm, spacious yoga shala (our Avalon Temple) you'll experience a blend of spiritual, meditative and energy-based work balanced with group sharing, enjoyable practical exercises and informative talks.
Some of our sessions will include deep spiritual initiations by the Avalon Priestesses. You'll have plenty of time for integration and relaxation.
Sophie will be accompanied in every session by Karen Godfrey, a master Reiki practitioner and divine feminine healer. You'll be sure to benefit from Karen's considerable experience supporting Sophie's retreat groups, as her intuitive-led, caring and attentive approach is second to none.
Sample Daily Programme
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Thursday 2nd May
Arrive from 4.00pm and settle in
7.30pm Welcome dinner
Social & relaxation time
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Friday
8.30am Breakfast
10.00am Opening Ceremony
11.00am Tea & coffee break
11.30am-1.00pm Morning session
1.00pm Lunch
2.30pm-4.30pm Afternoon Session
Rest and integration time
7.00pm Dinner
Social & relaxation time
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Saturday/Sunday/Monday/Tuesday
8.15am Optional morning meditation
8.45am Breakfast
10.00am-1.00pm Morning session (with tea & coffee break)
1.00pm Lunch
2.30pm-5.00pm Afternoon session
5.00-7.00pm Integration time/optional evening meditation
7.00pm Dinner
Social & relaxation time
Wednesday 8th May
Check out at 10am
About the retreat venue
Garth Barns retreat venue is set on 200 acres of farmland with extensive views and plenty of walks in the hills and valleys right from the doorstep.
There's a small private lake for swimming during warmer weather. Owls, woodpeckers, buzzards, nuthatches, woodcock and redstarts are resident and red kites, ducks and swans are regular visitors.
The barns surround the old farmyard, now a lovely landscaped space with gardens, a stream and a campfire area with log seating.
Underfloor heating and log burners ensure the barns and house are always super-cosy. Heating is from renewable biomass and drinking water is from the farm's own pure spring water source.
The farmhouse kitchen is a warm, inviting hub where delicious homemade meals are eaten together. There's also a comfortable lounge for relaxing in the evening.
Accommodation
The beautiful barn conversions and farmhouse are finished to a high standard with single, double, twin and triple-sharing rooms all with ensuite facilities.
Food
Our hosts are experienced caterers for holistic events, and the food is lovingly home-cooked, healthy and balanced, locally sourced & seasonal.
A freshly-prepared vegetarian lunch and dinner is provided each day with plenty of vegetables, salads, soups and a large healthy breakfast with a choice of fresh fruit, yogurt, muesli, eggs, porridge, pancakes and so on. Homemade cakes are served in the afternoon and tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit are freely available throughout the day.
Location
Garth Barns Y Fan, Llanidloes, Powys, Wales, SY18 6NN, UK
Travel
- Fly into Manchester, Birmingham (closest to venue) or London airports
- Take the train with Transport For Wales to Caersws, the local rail station, just 10 mins from Garth Barns
- Be picked up by taxi at Caersws and transferred to the venue
- If you're driving, we can give you directions.
You'll get more detailed information on travel once your place is confirmed.
Check in is from 4pm on Thursday 2nd May and check out is 10am Wednesday 8th May 2024.
FAQ
All-Inclusive Prices
Prices include all online sessions and a residential 6-night retreat. At Garth Barns, all meals, snacks & soft drinks are included.
Pay in full by 1st March 2024
Pay in instalments by 1st March 2024
- Non-refundable or transferable deposit of £350 to be paid on booking (deducted from Training balance)
Pay in full or by a part payment plan by 1st March 2024. If you would like to pay by 3-part payment plan, we will confirm your payment schedule via email based on your date of registration.
Group numbers are strictly limited. Attendance for the entire retreat and at least one of the preparatory online sessions is required.
Prices don't include travel costs and insurance, taxi transfers from Caersws station or extras such as excursions, massage treatments and alcoholic drinks.
Taxi transfer prices (short journey from Caersws station)
1-4 persons sharing - £15 each way, divided by number of passengers
4-6 persons sharing - £20 each way, divided by number of passengers
Cancellation terms and training guidelines apply as set out in the documents you'll receive before your place is confirmed.
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