FACILITATOR TRAINING IMMERSION & RETREAT
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13-27 January 2026
DANCEmandala Facilitator Training intensive program
HOURS of Body wisdom, Emotion in motion and Heart connection Dance and Dance Facilitator Training
HOURS of magical 'Nourishing Now Nature Retreat' in the beautiful Chiang Mai. All inclusive 2 nights/3days
HOURS of On-demand DANCEmandala guided sessions and music playlist by Areeradh until December 2026
HOURS of Dance festival to celebrate your completion where you'll lead your 1st DANCEmandala open session
PAGES of Concise guide to how to create and hold an Ecstatic Dance journey with presence by Areeradh completely free!
If you’re curious about energy work and love moving your body—whether through dance, meditative movement, contact improvisation, yoga, tai chi, or qi-gong—this Dance Facilitator Training is for you! Step into a journey of deep exploration, connection, and embodied wisdom. You are warmly invited to join us!
DANCEmandala empowers you to step into your vision, lead with presence, and create deep, meaningful connections. Our immersive programs, trainings, and retreats offer a transformative space for personal growth, self-discovery, and embodied leadership. Rooted in a community-driven vision, we honor the Earth, celebrate your unique essence, and support you in moving through life with authenticity and joy.
Application is open. Are you to take the next step. The time is now, and always now. Get in touch for an application interview with Areeradh.
Course Outline
Pre-Course Engagement (Online)
This pre-course will start 4 weeks before the in-person training. You will get the access to the complehensive online course materials and activites plus 3 live online group meetings witth Areeradh and the teaching team. This part of the training aims to prepare you for the immersion in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
- December 12th, 2024 – Access DANCEmandala Level 1 online course
- December 16th, 30th, 2024 and January 7th, 2026 – Live online meetings
Training Immersion (In-person, intensive, full day training)
This is full-time intensive training where you will be learning to facilitate DANCEmandala while exploring and immersing in this practice for yourself. The course includes the principles and philosophies of DANCEmandala, body pathway maps of practice, basic anatomy, moving meditation facilitation skills, space holder awareness, music selection strategies, writing and planning a session, practicum, and graduation festival.
- January 13th-19th Intentive Training
- January 20th-22nd Immersion and Nature Retreat
- January 24th-26th Graduation Festival
Training timetable
We start each day with a self-inquiry session on somatic movement and end with optional eventing community sharing and events. The timetable will be confirmed at the beginning of the training to allow space for flexibility and adjustment to meet the group energy and any needs of each participant. However, an example of a detailed schedule can be provided. Please get in touch.
Accommodation and Meals
You’ll stay in a comfortable twin room with a comfortable bed. If you prefer a private space, you can upgrade your accommodation for an additional cost—just let us know! All meals are included, with delicious and nourishing options of healthy, flexible Thai vegetarian and Thai vegan cuisine.
Nature Retreat
Two nights and three days retreat is included, inclusive of transport, shared room and 3 meals/day.
Investment (flights are not included)
63,800 Thai Baht (£1480) tuition fee plus shared room accommodation and all meals. Full payment is to be paid 8 weeks before the start of the training. Local rates for Thai national and residents of Chiang Mai are available.
10% Discount for earlybird enrolment. This offer ends 1st of May 2025
* Flights not included.
* Deposit can be made at 15000 baht. The deposit is non-refundable.
Payment plan, local rate, and work exchange
A monthly payment plan is available. (to be completed by December 2025). Please get in touch asap if you wish to benefit from this offer. There is no extra cost.
Cost for local. Tuition fees only can be offered to residents of Chiang Mai. Please get in touch as there will be only a few spaces for this option.
Registration and Payment
Please arrange a consultation meeting with Areeradh via Zoom before you pay and enroll in the training. Click here to send an email.
Certification, Insurance, Accreditation
Upon successfully completing the program, you will receive a certification from the DANCEmandala School for Movement Meditation. This certification allows you to apply for Public Liability Insurance coverage from Global Westminster Insurance, (https://uk.westminster.global/?Introducer=50067) supporting you as you step into your role as a facilitator with confidence.
DANCEmandala Facilitation Trainings, led by Areeradh (Areerat Kaewkla), meet the professional standards of a Yoga Alliance training school, ensuring quality, depth, and credibility in your journey as a facilitator.
Ready to go? The time is Now. Get in touch. I look forward to meet you in the DANCEmandala. With love, Areeradh
“There is a vitality, a life force, an energy, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and will be lost.”