Women’s Circles in Paddington
A warm, real space for women to gather, slow down, and come back to themselves, whatever season of life they're in.
Come as you are, leave feeling more connected to yourself.
Why Women’s Circles?
Women have always gathered. It's not complicated.
There's something that happens when women are in a room together without an agenda, without performance, without anyone telling them how to feel.
Our circles are a space to slow down and just be. To connect with the rhythm of the seasons, with each other, and with whatever is alive for you right now. You can share and you can listen. Both are equally spacious..
No fixing. No facilitating your feelings. Just women, together, in a space that's genuinely safe
What to Expect
Each circle follows a gentle rhythm, but no two are the same.
We begin together, settling in, lighting a candle, setting an intention for the evening. There's a grounding practice that's physical and simple, something to bring you out of your head and back into your body after whatever the day has been at you.
We use a talking bowl. The woman who holds it speaks, and everyone else listens. Not politely listens. Actually listens, without jumping in, offering advice or trying to fix anything. Just women hearing each other, which turns out to be rarer and more powerful than it sounds.
Some circles are anchored in a theme, the season, a sabbat, a goddess, an aspect of the feminine. Some nights there are several opportunities to talk and share. Others we get out of our heads and into our bodies through drum journeys or guided meditation.
As shamanic craftswomen we work with the inner mother, the maiden, the maga, the crone, the different seasons of a woman's life and of each month and year. We don't hold a specific belief or practice. At the core is the knowledge that we all arrive as experts in our own lives, and that being in circle helps us hear ourselves more than anything else.
The form changes. The direction is always inward.
We close, and whatever you came in with usually feels a bit different on the way out.
We love seeing women return, and welcoming new faces.
Booking
A calm, in-person gathering where women come together to sit, listen, share if they wish, and connect in a respectful, welcoming space.
Women’s Circle at The Gathering Space
A women’s circle is a simple, in person gathering where women come together to slow down and spend time together in a calm and respectful space.
We meet in a circle so no one is at the front and nothing is expected of you. There is gentle facilitation, but the space is shaped by the women who attend. You are welcome to share, or to simply listen. Both are equally valued.
Each circle unfolds naturally, guided by what is present on the day. Some gatherings may have a gentle theme or focus. If so, it will be noted in the event details.
These circles offer a chance to pause, reflect, and connect alongside other women. They are open to women of all ages and stages. No experience is needed, and you are welcome to come on your own.
What to expect
A gentle welcome and time to settle in
Opportunities to share or simply listen, with no pressure to speak
Simple reflective or creative practices inspired by cycles and seasons
Storytelling, conversation, and meaningful connection
Time for grounding, rest, and nourishment
Freedom to participate in whatever way feels right for you
Most women leave feeling more connected to themselves, to others, and more settled than when they arrived.
Contribution
Women’s Circles are offered on a sliding scale.
$30 Supported
$45 Sustaining (true cost)
$60 Supporting another
No one is turned away for lack of funds. If cost is a barrier, please reach out. Your presence matters most.
Sliding Scale Contribution:
$30 Supported
$45 Sustaining (true cost)
$60 Supporting Another
No one is turned away for lack of funds. if cost is a barrier, please reach out. Your presence matters most.
If you have any specific needs, let us know. We want every woman to feel at home.
If you’re not sure if a woman’s circle is right for you please just reach out . We would love to answer all your questions.
FAQ
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You never have to speak. There is no right way to be here and however you show up on the night is welcome.
We do use a talking bowl, where the woman who holds it has an opportunity to speak, while others are present and listening. No interruptions, no advice, no cross talk. What's said in circle stays in circle. There's something about that container that makes it easier to speak than you might expect. It is of course, always your choice.
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Nope, just bring yourself. There are no requirements, no right or wrong way to be here.
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You are so welcome to come alone. Many women do. What's lovely is how quickly each circle finds its own community.
Friends are welcome too of course. But if coming alone is what's worrying you, the foundation of a women's circle is creating a space where everyone feels settled and at ease. You won't be left out or put on the spot.
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Just yourself.
We have herbal tea to share and we know you're coming at the end of the day, so bring whatever you need to feel comfortable. Food, your own drink, a journal.
We sit on the floor in circle and have bolsters and blankets, but if you have something you like to sit with, bring it along.
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Our circles are earth-based and inspired by ancient women's practices. We connect with nature, cycles and seasons, and explore the feminine through myth, folk tales, ritual, and science. We work with a range of archetypes and traditions. You're welcome to explore and take what works, leave what doesn't.
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Yes. Our space is ground floor and accessible. There are 2 steps up from the street into our space. If you have specific needs, just let us know.
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Circles are offered on a sliding scale:
$30 Supported, $45 Sustaining, $60 Supporting Another.No one is turned away for lack of funds so please reach out if cost is a barrier.
About Your Facilitators
Anna-Maria and Jen hold these circles together. Between them they bring midwifery, naturopathy, herbalism and shamanic womancraft. Warm, real and occasionally funny. You can read more about them here.
Anna-Maria is a Doula, Nutritionist, Herbalist and Shamanic Womencrafter who has been holding women's circles and rites of passage for more than a decade.
She is fascinated by myth, legend and the truth beneath the feminine experience. A double Scorpio, she is not afraid of taboo or the harder things. She brings the sacred and the witchy, and shows up in her own truth in a way that gives other women permission to do the same. In her circles, women are seen with kindness and compassion, exactly as they are.
Anna-Maria handcrafts all the herbal teas you'll find at The Gathering Space. Her hope is that you leave feeling just a little more at home in yourself and the world around you.
Jen is a private midwife, circle facilitator and Shamanic Womencrafter who has been initiated into the mysteries of life and death. She has been supporting women at the crossroads of birth for over 17 years.
She is fascinated by the alchemical process of becoming that all women have access to during their rites of passage. She is known for her practical wisdom, down-to-earth warmth and a slightly wicked sense of humour.
In circle, Jen weaves in stories from her own journey and those she has witnessed, always honouring the uniqueness of each woman's path. Her wish is that each woman leaves feeling more connected to her intuition and certain of the wisdom she carries within.
Stay Connected
We’d love to welcome you into circle whether it’s your first time or you’ve been before. If you have questions, or just want to know more, please reach out. You can also join our newsletter to stay updated on upcoming circles and community offerings.