The Local Co-Op

Integration Series to process previous psychedelic medicine experiences - weekly group begins Wednesday April 10th.
This series draws from the work of Bill Plotkin's Nature and the Human Soul. Using Plotkin's soulcentric model of development we explore the four seasons, the four directions, and their associated archetypes.
Experience a life cycle over a 6 week span, in the safe container of a facilitated group which incorporates many of the common elements of integration:
• Community engagement
• Psychoanalytical process
• Motion / Somatic practice
• Meditation (guided, breath, silent)
• Creative exploration (journaling, art, music)
• Multi-sensory practices (engaging sight, touch, sound)
Be nurtured by a framework providing a rich environment to explore, make meaning out of medicine experiences, and further integrate the lessons humbly received through non-ordinary states of consciousness.
Individuals who are seeking to prepare for a first time medicine experience or who are processing transformational happenings related to altered states of consciousness such as breathwork, near death experiences or other intense or transitional events are also welcome.
Session Dates: 6:30 - 9 PM April 10, 17, May 1, 8, 15, 22. Closing social May 29 (no class April 24).
Led by Sunné East and Christian Snuffer. Held at The Local Co-Op.
With a focus on integrating transformational life events and medicine related experiences, it's a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded people, further self discovery and clarify one's purpose.
Tiered Pricing Available $525 | $305
Use code ASSIST at checkout for discounted rate.
Sign up: https://tlcregister.as.me/MedicineIntegration
For more information visit www.thelocalcoopslc.com/groups or email [email protected]

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TRE Training Salt Lake City 2024/25
The Local Co-Op will be hosting a Global TRE Provider Certification Training beginning this summer. The program consists of three in-person weekends, supervised personal/individual/group sessions, peer swaps, and ongoing virtual support led by senior trainer Maria Alfaro.
TRE® (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) is a stress reducing practice based around exercises that tone the body to allow for a release of muscular patterns of tension by inducing a gentle state of physical vibration.
Many who engage TRE report an experience of higher levels of resilience, vitality, peace, and connection with self.
The first module (June 29 & 30) introduces the anatomy, neurology, physiology and psychology of stress and trauma as it relates to TRE and the tremoring process. Participants learn about the latest research on the nervous system and also containment, grounding and self-regulating strategies. This is an experiential training with a strong focus on the trainee's personal tremoring experience.
Module 2 (Sept 28 & 29) is only open to those who are enrolled in the TRE certification program to become TRE Providers. In the second module participants deepen their knowledge and experience of TRE and their facilitation skills, they learn about modifications, transference and countertransference and about the role of fascia in the TRE process. They also begin to facilitate the TRE process for each other under supervision. This is an experiential training with a strong focus on how to share TRE with an individual client.
In the third module (Jan 25 & 26) trainees broaden their understanding of the nervous system in relationship to TRE, they practice self and no-touch interventions and they learn about individual and group dynamics. They also begin to facilitate TRE for each other in small groups under supervision. This is an experiential training with a strong focus on how to share TRE in a group setting.
Massage therapists and bodyworkers who complete the program receive 30 EUs nationally. LMFTs, LPCCs and/or LEPs in California receive 55 CEUs.
Visit thelocalcoopslc.com and click on the banner at the top of the page to learn more.

TRE Training SLC 2024 - The Local Co-op Note: Module 1 is open to the public and it can be taken as a personal exploration by anyone who is interested in a deeper immersion in the tremor mechanism.

FALL MEDICINE INTEGRATION SERIES
7 week Psychedelic Medicine Integration Group Series - Reflection, friendship and community through group process.

When: Wednesdays 6:30-9pm September 13th - October 25th

Cost: $525, sliding scale $305
Location: The Local Co-Op Sugar House
SIGN UP: thelocalcoopslc.com/groups

Series includes: Psychoanalytical process, Motion/Somatic practice, Meditation (guided, breath, silent), & Creative exploration practices.

This series draws from the work of Bill Plotkin and his book Nature and the Human Soul. Using Plotkin’s soulcentric model of development we explore the four seasons, the four directions, and their associated archetypes. This framework provides an enriching environment to explore and make meaning out of our medicine experiences, further integrating the lessons we humbly receive through non-ordinary states of consciousness.

This program is for anyone who has used psychedelic medicine whether in a therapeutic, ceremonial or other setting, or is preparing for such an experience.

Focused on integrating medicine experiences, it's a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded people, foster meaningful connections and build local community.

Program intents: To build character, increase resilience, clarify purpose and further self discovery.

Led by Christian Snuffer and Sunné East
Inquiry: [email protected]
Sliding scale coupon code: Assist

Nikko will be leading RE-BIRTH tomorrow evening from 7-9 pm.
RE-BIRTH is a cleansing, meditative practice that brings together the benefits of conscious breathing and raw, medicinal cacao.
Come harmonize body and spirit in a comfortable community centered environment.
Join us in this energy amplifying practice led by cycles of intentional breathing accompanied by a curated music playlist. Supports emotional centering, stress relief, and bringing clarity to the mind.
Cost: $22 Register: https://tlcregister.as.me/Re-Birth
Learn more about The Local Co-Op offerings at thelocalcoopslc.com/offerings

Men's Connection Series - "Strengthening The Container" begins January 11th. The intent of this series is to provide space to explore meaningful and relevant topics, and offer new tools for powerful living. Find ways to embody what you desire and envision through "strengthening the container" of your being and presence. Sessions will include focus on fortifying the nervous system, somatic practice, partner/group work and journaling. 6 Weeks, held Wednesday evenings from 6:30-9pm Jan 11-Feb 15. Cost: $315. Held in SLC at The Local Co-Op Sugarhouse Alley. Register at thelocalcoopslc.com/workshops

Truth Ritual Cacao & Yoga is tonight at 6:30! In this evening’s gathering, Nikko will be teaching a bit about yoga philosophy and different pranayama techniques. Truth Ritual often includes an amalgamation of different yogic practices, particularly awareness of breath and mindfulness-to enhance connection of body/mind/spirit. To sign up for Truth Ritual and learn more about offerings at The Local Co-Op, visit

www.thelocalcoopslc.com/offerings

Offerings — The Local Co-op The Local Co-Op is a space for safe expression of self through a variety of healing arts. Here you may explore the options for becoming a member.

W I T H I N | Y I N & N I D R A

Held by Akasha Kirti ~
Yoga Teacher and Advanced Meditation Guide

This class incorporates 60 minutes of Yin Yoga followed by 30 minutes of Yoga Nidra

Yin Yoga is a slow, deep yoga practice where poses are held from 3-10 minutes each. It is typically done in a dark room with poses on the floor and with many props

Yin postures target connective tissue and are powerful in adding flexibility and softness to the body, providing an opportunity to sit in stillness, silence, and reflection

Yoga Nidra is similar to a guided meditation. Lying in savasana, the instructor's voice guides participants with powerful imagery through the layers of self and into a place of deep relaxation and self-healing

Every Monday Night 6:30-8 pm at The Local Co-Op

P R I S M ~ Kundalini & Gong

Led by Paul Benedict
Kundalini Yoga Teacher and Reiki Master

Kundalini Yoga is a vibrant and transformative practice that utilizes movement, breathwork, mantra and gong relaxation

This yoga practice combines several distinct modalities into a comprehensive and empowering experience. Kundalini Yoga allows its practitioners to tap into deeper states of awareness, healing and renewal

Prism is held Sundays at 2:30pm

Ganesha ~ Seen as the Remover of Obstacles and also meaning “Lord of the People”. Ganesha is a round-bellied elephant, often depicted riding a mouse which he maneuvers with great skill. The mouse symbolizes the need to control ego. This moving beyond the ego’s reign increases Ganesha’s ability to overcome anything to fulfill his desires.

Temper the ego and reinforce your desires by engaging consistent inward practices. Check out our website for upcoming offerings at TLC: Within | Yin & Nidra, Truth Ritual, Reverie and Prism.

Original Ganesha painting at Sugarhouse Alley by Krista Huff.

T R U T H R I T U A L

The experience of truth can take many forms: truthful speech, truthful movement, truthful expression of self

Gathering to a safe space in which we can embody whatever is inherently true for us on this day, we journey through breathwork, meditation, movement, and sound bath to a place of deep inner nourishment

As sovereign beings walking on the warrior path, we get to hold all aspects of ourselves - the light and the dark, the gifts and the shadows, the conscious and the unconscious - in love, in community, and in truth

Held by Rocky ~
Musician, Death Doula, Yoga & Reiki Guide

With shifting & seasonal themes, our journeys may include cacao ceremony, vocalization, EFT, aromatherapy, or shamanic drumming

Truth Ritual is held on Tuesday nights at 6:30pm

•Vital•

••• Life sustaining practices

Vitality ••• Full of spirit; remarkable energy; liveliness; life force •••

Ground, connect, celebrate and affirm life through some of our weekly offerings ~ Prism, Earthing, Truth Ritual, Reverie. Visit thelocalcoopslc.com to enroll

Settling The Anxious Mind & Body ~
Our Upcoming Yoga Workshop Series with John Cottrell, Ph.D, RYT 500, and Certified Yoga Therapist

Looking for an alternative to traditional talk therapy? Have you ever thought of Yoga Therapy?

Use the art of conversation and active listening combined with the discipline and practice of yoga to resolve some of your life issues.

You will have an opportunity to talk about and process your yoga experience then use these tools as ways to further develop and improve challenging areas of your life.

4-Weeks: Oct 27, Nov 3, Nov 10, Nov 17 from 6:30pm-8:30pm Cost: $200

Register at thelocalcoopslc.com/workshops-events

R e - C r e a t e Y o u r s e l f

Re-create yourself; “With movement comes identity”
~From Goodbye Song by Karl Kristian Flores (2021 Poetry: Anthologies American Fiction Award)

Movement opportunities at TLC this month: Truth Ritual, Qoya, Reverie and Prism.
Coming next month:
Within | Yin & Nidra
guided by Akashi Kirti

Visit thelocalcoopslc.com to enroll

{Earthing} One of our beloved weekly offerings held by Meg ~ massage therapist/reflexologist, tea & herbal student, + absolute delight

Rooting you to your intimate nature through the wisdom of life’s cycles

Earth medicine through deep presence with seasonal plant guides & meditation. This weekly offering creates a space to drop in to your connection with Mother Earth while building intimacy with your true nature

Sessions may include meditation, tea ceremony, herbal plant rituals, & guided self reflexology to deepen your connection to your roots

Mondays at 6:30pm To register for weekly offerings go to thelocalcoopslc.com

Welcome to the The Local Co-Op, a healing cooperative located in Salt Lake City Utah. We are a vibrant community hub, hosting a powerful program of offerings led by a dynamic circle of healers, teachers, and spaceholders.

Check out our website for weekly offerings, link in bio. For more info, sign up for our monthly newsletter.
Located at 1991 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City.

Slowly but surely we get off our feet. Things take time to grow, but we continue to water this budding flower. We are so very grateful for everyone who has been a part of this wonderful community. I know for a fact that I (Michael) have been unbelievably needing a community like this. So thank you for being there with us!

As the community grows, we're getting more and more things official. For instance, we are now on google maps! Look us up! With google maps comes the opportunity for reviews.

Want to write us a review? Here's the link.
https://g.page/r/CRARKlvzL26rEAg/review

We look forward to all the growth that is coming and to seeing all your faces again.

A handful of amazing community oriented movement-based offerings are beginning anew at Sugarhouse Alley.

This Friday April 2 : R E V E R I E | Of Body Experience
Rsvp to [email protected]

See more info to come on offerings hosted by The Local Co-Op on the Local-Co-Op page

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