Soul of Continuum Apprenticeship
“When you want to know something, you become like it in every way” - Emilie Conrad
“Your soul knows the geography of your destiny. Your soul alone has the map of your future, therefore you can trust this indirect, oblique side of yourself. If you do, it will take you where you need to go, but more important it will teach you a kindness of rhythm in your journey.” ~ John O’Donohue
The 2023 Apprenticeship is now full!*
State tuned for the registration opening of
Apprenticeship 2025 in
summer of 2024
Description
The organism is context created and context related. Placing ourselves in the context of apprenticeship, we can begin to let the mystery, the sorcery, if you will, of the biological, fluid reality of our inherent capacity as living systems become the true teacher and the authentic path to follow.
It is in this tradition I am offering, along with long-time Continuum Guides, Marcella Bottero and Marilyn Montgomery, an in-depth apprenticeship for those wanting to deepen the work in their own bodies and lives with a desire to be of service to the world and assist in changing the human landscape towards a more fluid and inclusive way of moving and being.
In times gone by apprenticeship was the common path to mastery in a given profession. In Yoga we have used the word Devotee or Disciple. Both imply the process of becoming. The root of the words being love and discipline.
In 1977, when I met Baba Hari Dass and poured myself into the path of Yoga and the creation of Mt Madonna Center, a spiritual calling led me to study. The inquiry and answers to the questions on that path were and are revealed in the way I live my life, day by day, moment by moment. There was no money exchanged or big material sacrifice. A life of service was the path – Karma Yoga. Studying Sutras, 8 limbs and practices of Raj Yoga as well as Asana honed my understanding of Yoga on every level: Yoga means union - the seeker and the sought becoming one thing.
Apprenticeship in the way of the ancient traditions allowed me to fine tune and immerse myself in the fluid medium of Continuum. The essence of apprenticeship was summed up in Emilie’s instruction: “When you want to know something, you become like it in every way” to such an extent that the alchemical process of turning a lump of clay into a transmitting substance was refined again and again. After 8 years of intensive fluid movement immersion, Emilie asked me to begin teaching in 1986 – long before teacher training programs were all the rage - no modules, no counting hours, no certifications.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Our journey consists of:
An initial online gathering with all three guides prior to the first phase with Beth (price not included in the tuition).
Monthly meetings ONLINE for 18 months.
Deepening of basic principles, philosophy and vision of Continuum.
Focusing on developing an intimacy with the ways Continuum approaches breath, sound and movement.
Guidelines to develop your personal inquiry, following sensation as a guide and as an entry point to the fluid dynamics of life itself.
Each month will include a deep exploration of the material presented.
Developing the ability to language your experience when sharing and expressing your discoveries.
Course Prerequisite
Establishing a regular Continuum practice is vital for understanding the work itself prior to apprenticing. To assist you in this endeavor, you will need to complete A Moving Inquiry: The Art of Personal Practice first. Contact beth@themovingwell if you have questions.
($100 tuition credit will be applied for Apprentices.)
Before you Apply
In the tradition of apprenticing, a substantial immersion in the work is recommended. When each of us apprenticed with Emilie, it was never a measurement of hours compiled, but rather, a mutually understood readiness for the student to enter into a transformational process in community. This is only possible with personal transmissions from person to person.
You are welcome to email us at any time to arrange additional support via phone or online via zoom.
A Note on Scope of Practice
This is not a therapeutic environment, although healing is bound to occur in this context.
If you have specific issues related to your well-being you would like to have addressed, we can schedule an individual Continuum session and establish a protocol to approach the issue through the lens of a biologically based movement practice.
Cost:
This is a 4-part program designed to offer a range of teaching styles and applications:
Initiatory Gathering: Online weekend w/ Beth, Marcella & Marilyn -
January 10 & 11, 2025: 10 am - 1 pm (Pacific Time) - Fee included in the Program
Phase 1: 6 monthly meetings w/Beth - $900 ($800 after pre-requisite has been completed).
begins Sunday, January 26th 9:30 AM - Noon (PT)
Phase 2: 6 monthly meetings w/ Marcella - $900
Phase 3: 6 monthly meetings w/Marilyn - $900
Each segment to be paid separately. At the end of the 18 months we will hold a graduation celebration and you will receive a certificate of completion.
Going Further…
As in the modern world stamps of approval are sometimes necessary, if you are interested in certifications, accumulating hours and becoming part of the Continuum Teachers Association, a world-wide collective of teachers who have apprenticed with Emilie Conrad, we can support you in that process.
If you simply would like to go deeper into the well of your own personal practice and refine your understanding and live in a moment-to moment fluid Continuum – let’s spend time together.
registration: Apprenticeship Phase 1: $900
Please wait to make a payment until you have been notified of acceptance to the program.
course requirements
A live Soul of Continuum retreat is required to successfully complete the Apprenticeship Program. The next Hybrid Retreat (live and online) will take place on the Northern California Coast in the town of Arcata or Zoom.
Dates April 14 - 16, 2023
Visit www.soulofcontinuum.com for more information
Questions?
General inquiries: us@soulofcontinuum.com
Contact any of the teachers via email:
beth@thesoulofcontinuum.com
marcella@thesoulofcontinuum.com
marilyn@thesoulofcontinuum.com
testimonials
“The Soul of Continuum Apprenticeship was a nurturing, safe and intimate space to explore somatic and fluid movement. It was refreshing to share time monthly with other apprentices with similar interests... to drop into a different language and practice than what’s required of us in our day-to-day lives. The guidance was illuminating, grounding and encouraging. The richness of knowledge that comes from learning different sounds, movements and anatomies is invaluable, and the opportunity to spread this work to others is an important form of activism. I highly recommend this apprenticeship to anyone looking to dive deeper into themselves, to explore their own fluidity, and to develop the resilience needed to tap into these parts of ourselves when we’re under the pressure and demands of everyday life. ”
“I can’t tell you how grateful I am to have found you and Continuum. These past 6 months through the mentorship with you have been such a fluid blessing in so many
ways. A time filled with love, exploration, inspiration, gracious guidance and support and wisdom of the teachings of Continuum and the guidance to help me share this beautiful fluid practice. Thank you for all your love and support during my “time of awakening”. So grateful to have your guidance on assisting my body through the process.”
“This apprenticeship program has opened a door I have longed for for many years. By joining you and the others I’ve devoted myself to a practice I only dreamt of up until now. It took you, and my dedication to the program, to shift me from longing into belonging. I am now one of the many Continuum practitioner around the world living this dream. ”
“I am learning to see. I don’t know why it is, but everything enters me more deeply and doesn’t stop where it once used to.”