Male Survivors Retreat Weekend MALE SURVIVORS RESIDENTIAL WEEKEND Male Survivors Retreat Weekend
Friday 23rd July - Sunday 25th July 2010

UPDATE: TWO PLACES LEFT FOR THIS YEARS WEEKEND RETREAT.
N.B. PLEASE CHECK WITH US, AS THERE MAY BE LATE CANCELLATIONS

2011 dates are set and you are requested to pre register your place with us. Email Here

2011: Friday 8th July - Sunday 10th July 2011 OR Friday 12th August - Sunday 14th August 2011

A Weekend Residential Workshop for Adult Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse.

This weekend retreat is for NON OFFENDING adult male survivors of sexual child abuse and sexual assaults, and because of the subject matter, and there being both day and evening sessions, this weekend workshop is residential.

* Experience has taught us that participants benefit far more, and your recovery and learning is enhanced by the weekend residential component.

* This event is intended for men actively engaged in their own recovery work.

Please consider joining in the company of other men, working on issues that affect male survivors and by working throughout the weekend, in groups, small workshops and other arenas of healing, you will reach a deeper understanding of the issues that have affected you and you will begin to see a better way forward, from the hurt and pain that has held you in isolation for so long.

The weekend is highly participative and focuses on several activities - group discussions, sharing of stories, anger work, other emotional expression, shared creativity, relaxation and even FUN in a safe, nurturing environment.

We provide a recovery experience in a safe, powerful environment of shared healing, as the weekend focuses on the reality of recovery as can only be shown by being with and around fellow male survivors.

There are many valid reasons for holding these weekend, but a simple way of describing it is as follows:

WE REMEMBER...

* 10% of what we read
* 20% of what we hear
* 30% of what we see
* 50% of what we hear and see
* 90% of what we do

....so we learn most by doing and reflecting on our actions!

There are safety rules built into the weekend to ensure everyones safety during the weekend, but the THREE primary rules we insist upon are:

1. MAINTAIN CONFIDENTIALITY BETWEEN THE GROUP.
2. NO VIOLENCE, OR THREATS OF VIOLENCE DIRECTED TOWARDS ANYONE, INCLUDING YOURSELF.
3. NO ILLEGAL DRUGS ALLOWED AT ANYTIME DURING THE WEEKEND.

Considerable attention has always been invested in creating an environment respectful of participants' needs, and it remains our intention to provide that at this great venue.

Due to selling out early last year, it is advisable to pre-book in advance, to avoid missing out.

Please be aware that the weekend could potentially generate strong emotions, so it is recommended that you have to someone to talk with, be that in therapy or with a counsellor willing to meet with you after the event, but only if such a meeting is required.

It would also be advisable to ensure that on departing the weekend, that you take a day or two off work, so you can spend some time processing what happened during the weekend. We know that is not always possible, but please consider it, as you will be taking part, and working throughout the weekend, and its good to take some time out and rest.

COMMENTS RELATING TO PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS:

  • "I want to attend one of these weekends every weekend, but failing that, expect to see me again next year!
  • "The most empowering, fun, emotional..weekend with the most open, honest, brave, caring men I think I will ever have the good fortune to meet!"
  • "At first, I thought I would not be able to particpate, but liked that I quickly felt safe"
  • "Well structured and organised. Good mix of people and good food! No surprise or disturbances and everything worked to a good timetable"
  • "A unique experience that allowed me to share, explore and understand how sexual abuse effected myself and other survivors "
  • "I have never been to such a safe, AND non judgemental place before!
  • "I'm still feeling the good effects of the weekend and loved spending time with some of the most amazing men."
  • "I was able to be ME, vulnerable, scared, ashamed, angry and experience whatever emotions or feelings I had"
  • "All those men, together in one place, sharing their stories and visons of recovery was an experience I will never forget"
  • "I was scared of what would happen, and had no idea what would occur, but it surpassed everything I could have imagined"
  • "A fantatsic weekend, spent with some amazing men who made the whole experience worthwhile"
  • "I broke my silence whilst there, and have not looked back since the weekend"

    Cost: £ 240.00 per person, all inclusive

    Cheque ( £ 240.00 ) payable to SURVIVORS SWINDON, and sent to:

    AMSOSA
    161 VICTORIA ROAD
    SWINDON
    WILTSHIRE
    SN1 3BU

    FRIDAY 23rd -SUNDAY 25th JULY 2010.
    (A more detailed timetable is available on arrival)

    Pleaae ensure that you arrive on friday afternoon, from 5.00pm onwards.

    There is a meeting Friday evening, and a full day of therapy on Saturday, from morning til evening.

    Following the Sunday morning sessions, and after Lunch and a group photos, we depart at approx 1.30pm

    Please read the Conditions below to get more information on the weekend and the time scale on when to pay the costs

    Urchfont Manor ~ The Main Library

    STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS

    All Bookings are Subject to the following Terms and Conditions which should be Read Before Booking:-

    The price of the weekend includes meals, an ensuite single bedroom, with tea/coffee and towels provided.

    A provisional booking confirmation may be obtained by telephone or email and will be confirmed to you in writing or by email. Within seven days of receipt of your booking form and/or deposit we will give you the date by which the balance is due. Once the fee has been received the deposit will be non-refundable and will be deducted from the full amount due.

    You may wish to arrange personal insurance as once the booking has been confirmed you will become liable for an amount up to the full cost in the event of cancellation by you, us or the venue.

    The balance of the cost for the period for which you have booked is due no later than TWO weeks before the start of the weekend.

    In the event that you are booking less than ONE week before the start of the weekend, and if there are available places, payment in full will be required with the Booking Form.

    If FULL payment has not been received by FOUR weeks before the start of the weekend, we reserve the right to cancel the booking and the deposit will be lost.

    You may arrive at or after 5.00 p.m. If you would like to arrive earlier, please mention it at the time of booking and we will let you know whether it will be possible. You are asked to vacate the room by 9.00 a.m. on the final day to allow the staff access to clean the bedrooms. Bedroom keys must also be handed into the office. Suitcases and bags can be left downstairs.

    All persons occupying the Manor and Coach House are required to treat the fabric of the building and the furniture and fittings with due care and only to use them for the purpose for which they are supplied.

    All damage must be reported as soon as possible.

    Payment may be made by Cheque and account details are also available on request for payment to be made through Internet Banking.

    If you have to cancel your booking, you should write to us at our address as soon as the reason for the cancellation occurs.

    The day that we receive your written notification is the date of cancellation.

    A charge will be payable, depending on the number of days before the start date that the notice of cancellation is received.

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