The Embodied Compass: Resilience Through Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness and 5Rhythms®

With Lucia Horan and David Treleaven

September 18 - 20, 2026

Workshop Schedule

Friday
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm*How to Drop into Esalen*
7:15 pm – 9:30 pm
Saturday
9:30 am – 12:45 pm
3:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Sunday
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

See general schedule information including arrival, departure and meal times.

  • Sleeping Bag Space – $660.00
  • Bunk Bed Space – $840.00
  • Standard Shared Space – $1,030.00
  • Standard Queen Room – $1,330.00
  • Standard Room Two Beds – $2,050.00
  • Premium Queen Room – $1,900.00
  • Premium King Room – $2,032.00
  • Premium Plus King Room – $2,284.00
  • Premium Wooden Yurt – $2,284.00
  • Premium Wooden Yurt Two Beds – $2,284.00
  • Price House Suite – $3,050.00
  • Rolf Suite – $4,276.00
  • Point House – $4,276.00
  • Fritz Point House – $4,276.00
  • South Point House – $5,100.00

This retreat invites you into a rich, integrative journey of embodiment, where movement and mindfulness come together to deepen emotional resilience and self-awareness. Embodiment is not just a conceptual idea but a lived practice — an ongoing conversation between the body, emotions, and mind. By blending the dynamic, fluid language of 5Rhythms® with the grounded, compassionate presence of trauma-sensitive mindfulness, we will create a safe space for deep exploration and growth.

Trauma often disconnects us from our bodies, narrowing our capacity to feel safe and present. Through embodied, trauma-sensitive mindfulness practices, participants will learn to reestablish safety and attunement within their bodies. Practices will include grounding techniques, working with external anchors, and cultivating a sense of agency and consent. 

Embodiment is only as valuable as its translation into our lived experience. Together, we will explore how mindfulness can serve as a bridge to integrate the transformative insights of movement into daily life. From practices for emotional regulation to techniques for self-compassion, participants will leave with practical resources to sustain their growth beyond the retreat.

This retreat will be co-facilitated by leaders in the fields of movement and trauma-sensitive mindfulness. Together, they will guide participants to access creativity, emotional depth, and authentic expression while also bringing a grounded and relational approach to embodiment. A transformative space to explore the interplay of movement and mindfulness, offering a powerful framework for healing, connection, and growth.

Recommended Reading: Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness by David Treleaven, Dancing with The Dharma edited by Harrison Blum and Sweat Your Prayers by Gabrielle Roth.

This workshop includes an additional $100 in faculty tuition. 

About the Leaders

Lucia Horan

Lucia Horan was born and raised in the Esalen community. She is a leader, wife, and mother. She has been teaching since 1998. Lucia received lifelong direct training with Gabrielle Roth in the 5Rhythms® method. She is formally empowered to teach Buddhist mindfulness in all capacities. She is a certified Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness teacher.   www.luciahoran.com

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