Sacred Sensuality: The art of presence, pleasure, + play

6 week series of transformation through burlesque

 
 
“There is no way to repress pleasure and expect liberation, satisfaction, or joy. ”
— Adrienne Maree Brown
 

Photo by The Obsessive Eye

 

Description

what is the series?

In this 6 week workshop series, we explore sensuality in a brave, intimate, + non-judgmental environment. Inspired by the transformative powers of the erotic, we will traverse through ritual, creativity, + embodiment.

Each week we will set the tone with a different theme, connect to ourselves within the container of community, + explore through various forms of dance/movement including; burlesque, bellydance, flow arts, + modern dance. Some themes to be explored are presence, mystery, authenticity, flow, celebration, + empowerment.

Who is this for?

For those who are looking to inhabit their bodies with more ease, confidence, + freedom.

Although femme powered, this series is for all gender expressions + queer affirming. No prior movement experience is necessary; all are welcome!

Just bring a desire to connect to your body, flow, + expression. Limited to 8-10 participants. 

why is this important?

Because historically this aspect (the erotic, femme bodied sensuality / sexuality) has been wildly oppressed, abused, vilified in western society. Because by acknowledging this is to directly challenge the dominantly male world that keep women + vulva owners around to maintain inferior + distant positions but to still enjoy their life giving substance.

What are the benefits?

Because the living, breathing embodiment of the Erotic as Power allows us to access:  

More depth of feeling

More empowerment

More self-love + acceptance

More artistic expression

More sense of worthiness 

More clear boundaries

More inspiration

More joy capacity

More financial abundance

More fulfillment + satisfaction

More turn on for life

More ease + flow

More creative-life-force-sustaining energy

…

Sounds yummy, right?

Teacher Bio

Presented by Frann Fatale…

Frann Fatale (she/they) is an alchemical seductress that will transform your life into gold. Her burlesque debut was in 2021, after participating in Gaea Lady’s Pvssy Magic transformation through burlesque program. Before that, she was shaking a wing for a good thing with The Fly Honey Show — femme powered, queer punk, communal striptease— since 2013. She also brings 25+ years of dance/movement performance, 10+ years of healing arts facilitation, + 6+ years of community organizing the table. Exploring the tantalizing intersections of burlesque, flow arts, + kink, her work now finds the soulful embodiment of intimate alchemy. She traverses the paradoxes between sacred + profane, shadow + light, desire + fulfillment. Currently based in Chicago, she has performed at The Newport Theater, Elastic Arts, Epiphany Center for the Arts, Eco Collective, The Art of Balance, The Ace Hotel, + Between the Trees Festival. 

Location & Schedule

Ritual Rhythms Creative Studio

6970 N Sheridan Rd Suite D, Chicago, IL 60626

Tuesdays, May 6th - June 10th from 7-9 PM

week one

Authenticity & Confidence

week two

Unknown / Deep Mystery

week three

Life Force / Flow

week four

3 P’s : Presence, Pleasure, + Play

week five

Erotic as Power (Empowerment)

week six

Celebration & Witness

Cost (Tiered Pricing)

Full Series* 

$120 ~  I nourish myself 

$180 ~ I move with curiosity

$240 ~ I move with warmth

$300 ~ I move with abundance 

Per Drop-In 

$10-20 ~ I nourish myself 

$25-35 ~ I move with curiosity

$40-50 ~ I move with warmth

$55-65 ~ I move with abundance

*Full series enrollment is highly encouraged but each class can be a separate drop-in class.

Looking forward to dancing with you!

XOXO, Frann

learn testimony
Jenn Gaudreau

I have experienced two Sacred Sensuality workshops with Julie, one in person and one online. I had some nervousness arise with both of them around a sense of awkwardness I’m moving through. But those feelings dissipated as Julie welcomed each of us into the sacred and playful space she held. She gave just enough guidance and repetition with the cues to feel supported, and she left just enough space for me to go inward and practice finding intuitive embodiment in each movement. There were moments of deep inner connection, playful co-creation with the other attendees, and badass personal empowerment! Even in the online space, where it can sometimes be harder to really connect, Julie guided us so thoughtfully, so intentionally, so joyfully, so artistically. Her confidence and graceful embodiment gave me courage to step into my own. It was really empowering to tune more deeply into my sensuality and to find expression in that while being witnessed by others. Her work is such a gift, and I’m truly grateful for how it opened me up.

Tara Link

Participating in Julie's course was such a meaningful and transformative experience. This course provided a safe and supportive environment where I could explore the depths of my inner world using a unique combination of movement, sharing, and the elements of nature—fire, water, air, and earth. Julie holds such a beautiful container and is naturally gifted at attuning to her clients and their needs. It's obvious how passionate she is about this work. 

The integration of movement was particularly powerful. She guided us through different practices and I learned a lot about how my body holds onto emotions and stories. Moving with intention helped me connect with parts of myself I have ignored and allowed me to process emotions in a real somatic way that felt grounded and embodied. 

I loved the balance of homework she provided to help us go deeper outside of the class and how we had opportunities to share and connect with other participants. Listening to others and sharing my own experiences helped me see the universality of struggles we all have and how connected we all are.

The incorporation of the elements—fire, water, air, and earth—added a unique, mystical, and grounding dimension to the course.

By the end of the course, I felt more inspired, empowered, and connected to my true self. I highly recommend HAVEN to anyone seeking a meaningful and transformative experience. The creative use of movement, community sharing, and the elements creates a powerful framework for healing and self-discovery. It’s a journey I will cherish forever!