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Events for
Thursday 07 August 2025
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  • Find Your Way Back To Nature For Self-Healing: Breath Work, Forest Bathing, Energy Healing And Mbira Music

    Teacher: Bernard Chatikobo and Chris Rooke
    Cost: 2 days accommodation + R350 surcharge
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    bernard charikobochris rookeEscape to the tranquil and nurturing environment of the BRC for a transformative and personal healing experience with Reiki Master, Bernard Chatikobo and explore the benefits of water, food, exercise and breath in talks infused with the live mbira music. This unique two-day healing retreat is tailored for individuals to take away seven daily breathing exercises, conscious basking in the ambience of forests as tools for self-healing and a one-on-one energy healing session for improved relaxation and well-being. Fill your 'spritual cup' by creating 'spirit cards' to capture the mood and essence of each day. Chris Rooke will be offering qigong daily. Make every step count when you greet the sunrise  and find inner serenity to feel "I AM."

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    Bernard Chatikobo is a Reiki Master and the founder of "Back2NatureSA". He is devoted to guiding transformative healing journeys, specialising in soul-healing walks, energy healing, and harmonising the core of mind, body and spirit. A voice for nature and a part-time ranger in the Hawaan Forest in Durban, he takes people on guided walks, introducing 'forest bathing' and traditional mbira music for healing and harmony. His passion is trees and birds and encouraging one to immerse oneself in nature to find inner serenity and well-being.

    Chris Rooke began his journey into complementary health in London in the 1980's studying Zen Shiatsu, Macrobiotics, Taichi and Qigong. In 1992 he emigrated to South Africa and presently practises Iridology and the Trauma Release Process. He also teaches a number of qigong forms in the Upper Highway area such as White Crane, Zhan Zhaung, Chi Lel and Five Yin Organ qigong.