50 hours Traditional Tantra & The Mahavidyas Training for Women – with Lorraine Taylor
19. June 2025 14:00
25. June 2025 14:00
- Discover the transformative power of Traditional Tantra through an intimate exploration of the Mahavidyas or Tantric Wisdom Goddesses.
- This immersive 6-day training is exclusively for women, offering a sacred space to connect with the divine feminine through ritual, yoga, movement, song and deep spiritual inquiry.
- Registered with Yoga Alliance, this course combines ancient wisdom with practical techniques to guide you into a profound relationship with yourself and the Mahavidyas.
Join us in this adventure for a Tantric Training and get in contact with us now
Course Overview
Dive deeply into the energies of five powerful Goddesses—Kali, Tara, Bhairavi, Dhumavati, and Matangi. Each day will be dedicated to one Goddess, allowing us to embody her essence fully. Through carefully designed practices and teachings, we will honor their unique qualities, uncover their relevance in our lives, and awaken their transformative power within us.
The Mahavidyas: Origins and Importance
The Mahavidyas, also known as the Ten Wisdom Goddesses, originate from the esoteric traditions of Tantra, specifically the Shakta tradition, which celebrates the divine feminine as the ultimate reality. This lineage dates back over 1,500 years and is rooted in ancient Indian scriptures. For women, the Mahavidyas offer a profound mirror to our inner landscape. They invite us to embrace our complexity—the light and the shadow—and to reclaim the full spectrum of our being. Each Goddess embodies a unique facet of feminine wisdom, empowering us to navigate life with authenticity and greater clarity of who we are. In exploring these archetypes, we reconnect with the sacred feminine and uncover tools for personal growth and spiritual alignment.
Transforming Daily Life Through Embodiment
This training is not just about acquiring esoteric or intellectual knowledge; it’s about embodying the wisdom of the Mahavidyas in a way that transforms how you live each day. By engaging with these practices, you will cultivate a deeper sense of presence, resilience, and empowerment. The practices and teachings are designed to help you integrate the qualities of the Goddesses into your everyday life—whether it’s finding strength during challenging times, nurturing compassion in relationships, or expressing your creativity and truth with confidence.
As you embody the energies of Kali, Tara, Bhairavi, Dhumavati and Matangi, you’ll notice shifts in how you approach both inner and outer challenges. This journey offers tools to connect with your intuition, honor your emotions, and create a life aligned with your authentic self.
Daily Schedule
- 7:00-9:30 AM — Asana, Pranayama, Meditation & Ritual Start your day with tantric practices designed to open your body, mind, and spirit to the divine energies of the Mahavidyas. Each session incorporates ritual elements to prepare for the Goddess of the day.
- 10:00-11:30 AM — Brunch Nourish yourself with wholesome, delicious meals, shared in the company of like-minded women.
- 12:00-2:00 PM — Philosophical Talk & Sharing Delve into the mythology, symbolism, and teachings of each Goddess. Through storytelling, chanting, and discussion, we’ll explore their timeless wisdom and how they apply to our modern lives.
- Break Take time to rest, reflect, and integrate the morning’s teachings.
- 5:00-7:00 PM — Feminine Sadhana: Dance, Art, Nidra, Kirtan & Ritual
Embrace the afternoon with a range of embodied practices. Experience the joy of kirtan, the freedom of intuitive movement, and the intimacy of rituals and sharing circles designed to deepen your connection with the energy of the Goddess as well as the lovely women in your group. - Dinner Enjoy a nourishing evening meal to close the day.
Meet the Goddesses
Kali — The fierce mother of transformation and liberation. Kali guides us to release what no longer serves us and step into our authentic power.
Tara — The compassionate saviouress. Tara’s wisdom illuminates the path through challenges, offering protection and guiding us to inner peace.
Bhairavi — The fiery Goddess of fierce love and inner strength. Bhairavi teaches us to confront fear and obstacles with unwavering determination, embodying courage and devotion
Dhumavati — The Grandmother Goddess and Old Crone. She teaches us to embrace the shadow and find deep wisdom in times of loss and difficulty.
Matangi — The wild, untamed expression of divine creativity. Matangi inspires us to own our voice and fully be ourselves. She calls out the rebel within and helps us to express who we are in the world through poetry, song, dance, art and creative writing. She is everyone’s favourite goddess.
Why join this Training?
- Gain a deep understanding of Traditional Tantra and the Mahavidyas.
- Cultivate practices to enhance your personal spiritual journey and embody their wisdom in your daily life.
- Connect with a supportive community of women.
- Earn Yoga Alliance credits as part of this 50-hour Yoga Teacher Training Module.
This training is perfect for women ready to deepen their spiritual practice, explore their divine feminine essence, and embody the wisdom of the Mahavidyas in a wonderfully nurturing, environment.
Join Us
Spaces are limited to 10 participants to ensure an intimate and supportive experience.
Reserve your spot today and embark on this sacred journey into the heart of the divine feminine.
This training takes place at the Weltenhof Retreat Center in Südburgenland, Austria.
Your Investment
Early bird: €1.150 until March 19th, 2025
Regular: €1.300