Sharing Circles
Both men and women have been gathering independently in circles for thousands of years to share their experiences, stories, thoughts, ideas and prayers.
Women's Circles and Men’s circles offer a safe and gentle space for women and men of all ages and backgrounds to come together, to share, to hold space for each other and to listen.
Shava Yoga holds (individually) both men’s circles and women’s circles for those who wish to find a moment to pause, to listen, to reflect, and to learn from each other and to find a richer connection with our personal purpose and path.
These circles are an initiative to empower and support our community, offering sincere and nourishing connections and the rediscovery of compassion and personal strength.
These events are 100% Not For Profit.
Pay by donation (your chosen amount) to “LocalKind”.
“LocalKind” are a community-based organisation supporting vulnerable and at-risk people with a range of services for domestic & family violence, homelessness, refugees and families, youth and children within Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
LocalKind Northern Beaches (formerly Community Northern Beaches) offers vital drop-in support to vulnerable individuals, addressing homelessness, domestic violence, and refugee settlement challenges through tailored, trauma-informed assistance. Their early intervention programs empower families, youth, and children, fostering resilience and future well-being. They also provide people with material aid and connect them to other supportive community services.
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Date: 1st Thursday of every month
Location: Modern Movement Studio Mona Vale.
Men’s and Women’s Circles are held every month, while the Men’s and Women’s circles will alternate bi-monlthy.
Thursday, 6th March – Women’s Circle with Philli
Thursday, 10th April – Men’s Circle with Jesse
Thursday, 8th May – Women’s Circle with Philli
Upcoming dates (2025):
MONA VALE STUDIO:
Level 2/9 Waratah St, Mona Vale, NSW, 2103. Located on the cnr of Waratah St and Bungan Lane.
(02) 8924 4592
Book your spot to sit in circle with us.
Booking is essential as space is limited to 20 people each circle.
Your facilitators
Phillida Bartik
Facilitating the Women’s Circles
Jesse Alexander
Facilitating the Men’s Circles
Local Support Resource List
If you require further support beyond sitting in circle with us, please see our attached resource list to find directories and descriptions of local support organisations including shelters, hotlines, groups etc.