Roots & Rise

Find Your Circle.
Transform Together.

A curated collection of women's transformation resources, from embodiment practices to spiritual circles, gathered by those who've seen these paths change lives.

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What Makes These Different

Not just another list. A curated collection with intention.

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Vetted by Experience

Each resource has genuinely transformed someone's life. These aren't ads. They're recommendations from real people who've witnessed real change.

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Structure That Works

We sought resources with accountability, progression, and depth. Not just drop-in groups or one-off workshops.

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Safe, Sacred Spaces

Many are women-only. All are trauma-informed. Each creates the container needed for real vulnerability and growth.

Explore the Collection

From embodiment studios to Buddhist circles to relating practices. Each path offers something unique. Find what calls to you.

Sisters in Motion

Trauma-informed pole dance and embodiment. Not about performing. About becoming more of who you are.

Women Only San Francisco
"Consistent positive feedback from women who have experienced profound psycho-spiritual growth through this unique embodiment practice."
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  • S Factor modality: slow, embodied movement with emotional expression
  • Darkly lit studio with no mirrors for a safe, private space
  • Trauma-informed, body-positive, all shapes and ages welcome
  • Builds confidence, improves mobility, releases old patterns
Location: 245 Columbus Ave, Suite B, SF
Phone: (415) 323-6610

Way of the Elements

Deep somatic work through breath, movement, and sound. Less verbal sharing, more body wisdom.

Women Only
"Deep value in these embodiment circles. Focus less on verbal sharing and more on somatic experiencing."
More details
  • Founded by Keri Khalighi, 20+ years in Tantric and somatic work
  • Breath, movement, sound, and intuitive exploration
  • Sacred intimacy, motherhood, embodiment, and tea ceremony
  • Following sensation like a thread, letting the body speak
Facilitator: Keri Khalighi

Venerable Tejassi's Circle

Buddhist-inspired peer reflection for processing emotional pain. Virtual and Bay Area options.

Women Only Virtual + Bay Area
"Opening in vulnerability and connecting at the deepest levels, helping participants attune to each other's authentic cores."
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  • Newly forming group for peer reflection and pain processing
  • Led by Venerable Tejassi, a Buddhist monk
  • Virtual and in-person options available
  • Connection to the noble sangha for spiritual support
Email: heart.path.sangha@gmail.com

Circling with Sam Pelczar

Interpersonal meditation for authentic connection. Open to all, a great entry point for exploration.

All Welcome Berkeley
"Structured relating practices that can serve as a bridge while more specific women's groups are being established."
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  • Interpersonal meditation and authentic relating
  • Develops presence, authenticity, and relational awareness
  • Structured exercises for genuine connection
When: Monday evenings at 7:15pm
Location: Far Leaves Tea

TMC for Women Framework

Historical reference: A successful 2016 pilot adapting TMC's transformative structure for women.

Women Only Historical
"The program was enthusiastically received. Plans were made to launch a six-month program using TMC's framework as guidance."
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  • Three-week trial that was well-received
  • Partnership with Interchange Counseling Institute
  • Demonstrated demand for structured women's work
  • Currently not running, but validates the model

Sexual Adulting 101

What traditional sex ed missed. Communication, desire, and creating the intimacy you want.

Women-Identified Online
"Teaching what traditional sex education missed about sexual exploration, communication, and fulfillment."
More details
  • Learn what you want and how to ask for it
  • Managing conflicting desires in relationships
  • Sexual exploration is a birthright, shame isn't
  • LGBTQIAPK friendly
Cost: $395 (or 6 payments of $75)

This Is Just the Beginning

We're building something bigger. A network of women who want what TMC provides men: real structure, real accountability, real transformation.

  • New resources added monthly
  • Community gatherings (virtual + IRL)
  • Future women's program development

How This Started

The men in TMC (The Men's Circle) kept hearing the same thing from the women in their lives:

"I want what you have."

Not the exact format, but the essence. Structure. Accountability. Deep community. A space to be fully human.

So they started collecting resources. Asking around. Paying attention to what actually worked.

This collection is the result: programs that have genuinely transformed the women connected to this community.

We're not therapists or experts. Just people who care about the women in our lives finding the healing and connection they deserve.

Know Something We Should Add?

This directory grows through community wisdom. If you've found a resource that transformed you or someone you love, share it.