the sacred circle
facilitator certification
Led by Sacred Woman Collective founder, Staci Levine
IN PERSON
NOVEMBER 7 & 8, 2026
LOS ANGELES
Maybe you've felt the call to gather women. You just haven't known where to begin.
You don't need to be a guru.
You don't need to have all the answers.
And you don't need years of experience leading women.
The wisdom to hold space is already within you.
Maybe you're the woman people naturally come to. Maybe you feel deeply connected to women and know you want to create more of that connection in the world. Maybe you've imagined gathering women in your living room, bringing circles into the work you already do, or building a community of your own — but you've wondered:
Am I qualified to do this?
What would I actually do in a circle?
What if I don't know what to say?
How do I hold women through emotion and vulnerability?
Where do I even begin?
That's exactly why this training exists.
Over two immersive days together, you'll learn how to create, lead and hold meaningful women's circles — from the moment a woman walks through the door to the moment she leaves.
You'll learn the framework. You'll practice it. You'll experience it. And you'll leave with the tools, certification and confidence to create circles of your own.
The wisdom is already within you.
The training teaches you how to use it.
These two immersive days + virtual opening circle training in Los Angeles will equip you to confidently create and hold transformative circles in your community
WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW…
WHAT IS A CIRCLE?
A women’s circle is a gathering of women who come together in a non-judgmental, non-competitive environment to connect, share, and empower one another. We sit in a non-hierarchical circle, symbolizing equality and unity, and enjoy activities like guided discussions, breathwork, meditation, sharing and listening from our hearts, and beautiful rituals, all meant to bring us back to our hearts. Circles provide a space for us to show up authentically as ourselves, they foster a sense of belonging and connection, and we remember our own personal strength and sovereignty. And the strength of our collective.
Whether you are called to host intimate circles in your living room, bring them into your professional practice, or gather women in your community, this training gives you the foundation, the framework, and the heart to do it with grace and intention.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
You do not have to already be a facilitator to belong here.
This training is for you if you feel called to gather women and create meaningful spaces for connection, whether you’ve held circles for years or this would be your very first one.
Maybe you’re a coach, healer, therapist or community leader who wants to bring circles into the work you already do. Maybe you’ve been dreaming about gathering women in your own community but you don’t know where to begin. Or maybe you’re already holding circles and want to become more confident and intentional in the way you lead them.
Wherever you’re starting from, you belong here.
PROGRAM ITINERARY
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4:00-6:00pm PST
Connection circle + introductions
Share intentions & “why I feel called to this work”
Overview of the weekend ahead
Light pre-training assignment (reflect on what circle has meant to you or what you imagine bringing to your community)
By the time women arrive in person, they already feel like sisters
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FOUNDATIONS OF SACRED FACILITATION
10am-5:00pm
The Origins & Purpose
Council Training: The principles, roots, and practice of council.
Circle Architecture: How to design the arc of a circle - opening, deepening, closing.
Programming & Flow
Altars & Sacred Space: Symbolism, intention, and practice in creating altars.
Facilitator Energy & Presence: Grounding, neutrality, and embodying the role of space-holder.
Boundaries & Ethics: Confidentiality, inclusivity and cultural sensitivity.
Budgeting & Business
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EMBODIMENT & PRACTICE
10:00am - 5:00pm
Facilitation Practicum: Each participant will contribute to group practice circles
Hands-On Feedback: Supportive reflections from trainers and peers.
Circle Dynamics: Trauma-informed approaches to holding space for vulnerability, emotions, and group energy.
Practical Tools: Logistics of hosting - venues, invitations, pricing, and flow.
Integration: Create your first circle outline to take home.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Virtual introductions prior to the in-person training, intention setting, get acquainted
Two days of immersive training
Accreditation from the International Practitioners Of Holistic Medicine (IPHM)
Official certification as a Sacred Circle Facilitator & professional photos to prove it!
A facilitator toolkit: sample circle outlines, altar checklist, council prompts
Ongoing community access: Alumni WhatsApp group for continued support and connection
Professional photography of your achievement!
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING YOU WILL…
Feel confident leading circles of any size
Know how to design meaningful, theme-based gatherings
Understand how to hold group dynamics with grace and presence
Be empowered to bring more connection, healing, and inspiration into your community
Carry the title of Certified Sacred Circle Facilitator
Meet Your Guide
I’m Staci Levine, founder of Sacred Woman Collective. I’m a circle facilitator, certified sound healer, trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, Reiki practitioner, and self-proclaimed agent of kindness. Over the years, I’ve hosted hundreds of circles and retreats across the U.S. and around the world.
Circles completely transformed my life. What began as a way to bring women together has become a calling — a living, breathing practice of connection, healing, and remembrance. I’ve witnessed women soften, open, and rediscover themselves inside these sacred spaces. I’ve seen lifelong friendships form, hearts mend, and confidence return. Every single time, I’m reminded of how powerful it is when we gather with intention.
I truly believe the world would be a kinder, more compassionate place if we all sat in circle more often… listening deeply, speaking truthfully, and remembering that we belong to one another.
I also wish this kind of training had existed when I began my own circle journey. It would have saved me years of self-doubt, imposter syndrome and uncertainty as I figured out what it really meant to hold space for others. I created the Sacred Circle Facilitator Certification to give women the foundation I wish I’d had, so you can step into your own community feeling prepared, empowered and confident in your ability to gather women and hold meaningful space.
Because I believe every woman holds the capacity to guide others, and when more women feel empowered to create these spaces, the impact reaches far beyond the circle itself. It ripples into our relationships, our families, our communities and, ultimately, the world.
I can’t wait to begin this journey with you.
YOU WILL RECEIVE AN ACCREDITATION FROM THE INTERNATIONAL PRACTITIONERS OF HOLISTIC MEDICINE (IPHM)
IPHM is the global platform and trustmark connecting wellness, coaching, training, and personal development professionals and the people seeking trusted services and training worldwide.
IN PERSON CIRCLE TRAINING NOVEMBER 7 & 8 INVESTMENT
Standard Training $999
A 2-day in-person certification for women who are ready to guide and lead others.
Includes:
Foundations:
origins of circle, council, programming, altars, facilitator presence, locations, frequency, business & budgeting, co-facilitation, circle dynamics
Facilitation Practice:
defining your voice, group practice circles, feedback, integration
Certification ceremony
Professional photography + content you can walk away with
Premium Training $2,500
A 6-month mentorship container for women ready to turn their certification into a thriving facilitation practice.
Includes:
Everything included in the standard training plus…
2 live group calls per month with Staci
Circle feedback - bring your outlines and programming for real-time guidance
Full business overview covering marketing, pricing, and how to attract your ideal community
Email access to Staci between calls
A supported, intentional path from certified facilitator to confident circle leader
CAN’T JOIN US IN LOS ANGELES?
For the first time, our Sacred Circle Facilitator Certification is coming online.
After teaching this work in person, we’re opening the circle wider so women everywhere can learn the art of gathering women, holding meaningful space and creating the kind of connection and belonging we believe the world needs more of.
This live online certification brings the heart, teachings and foundational tools of our in-person training to you - wherever you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring?
We recommend bringing:
Feel free to bring your own journal, although we will provide a workbook.
Comfortable clothing (you may be sitting for extended periods)
A water bottle
Any snacks you'd like to have on hand
An open mind and heart!
Will materials or handouts be provided? Yes we will provide a comprehensive workbook and pen.
Is the training accessible for people with disabilities? Yes absolutely, please reach out to us if you have questions!
What is the cancellation and refund policy? We understand that plans can change! Here's our policy:
60+ days before the training: A full refund will be issued, minus any payment processing fees.
Less than 60 days before the training: No refund will be issued. However, you are welcome to transfer your spot to another attendee - just let us know their name and contact information.
No-shows: No refund or transfer will be available after the training begins.
Where should I stay during the training? We have a list of recommended accommodations nearby! Please reach out to us directly and we'll be happy to share our suggestions to help you plan your stay.
Are meals included in the training? Meals are not included in the training. You are welcome to bring your lunch and enjoy it in the garden. There are also plenty of great dining options in the area.
Is transportation to/from the training included? Transportation is not included. However, getting around Los Angeles is very easy with Uber and Lyft - just open the app and you'll be on your way! We recommend downloading your preferred rideshare app before you arrive.
Is parking available? Yes, there is plenty of parking on the street and you will provided the address upon registration.
What is the dress code? Dress comfortably as we will be seated in circle on cushions. On certification day, we will have a professional photographer to capture your achievement so bring something that makes you feel like the goddess you are!
SACRED CIRCLE FACILITATOR CERTIFICATION LIVE ONLINE TRAINING
For the first time, our Sacred Circle Facilitator Certification is available online.
Tuesdays | January 12 – February 23, 2027
4:00–6:00 PM PT / 7:00–9:00 PM ET
ONLINE · JOIN FROM ANYWHERE
Our complete Sacred Circle Facilitator Certification, now available online for the first time. Live training, connection, practice and certification, accessible wherever you are.
There is something powerful happening right now: women are remembering the importance of gathering, of sitting in circle, and of creating spaces where we can be seen, heard and held exactly as we are. For years, we’ve had the privilege of teaching women the art of holding circle through our in-person Sacred Circle Facilitator Certification, and now, for the first time, we’re bringing this training online so we can reach and empower women everywhere. Whether you dream of creating circles in your own community, weaving them into the work you already do, or simply feel called to learn how to hold meaningful space for others, this training will give you the tools, confidence and foundation to begin.
We believe circles are good for the world. When a woman experiences what it feels like to be truly seen, heard and supported without judgment or competition, something shifts, and she carries that feeling back into her relationships, her family, her work and her community. That’s the ripple effect of circle. Together, we’ll explore the art of gathering women, creating intentional experiences, facilitating authentic connection and building spaces of true belonging. Because the more women who know how to hold space for one another, the more of these spaces we can create… and we believe the world needs them now more than ever.
THE TRAINING
The wisdom to hold space is already within you.
The training teaches you how to use it.
At Sacred Woman Collective, we believe that every woman carries wisdom.
Every woman can be a teacher.
Every woman can be a healer.
Every woman can be a guru.
Circle gives us a place to remember that — both in ourselves and in one another.
This is a live, interactive certification experience designed to give you both the heart and the practical tools needed to create and facilitate meaningful women’s circles.
Over six live sessions, we’ll explore everything from creating the energetic and physical container of a circle to developing themes and programming, facilitating council and meaningful conversation, navigating group dynamics, co-facilitation, and the practical side of bringing your own circles into the world.
This isn’t simply about learning how to run a circle. It’s about learning how to hold one, how to create the conditions for women to feel safe enough to soften, connect, share authentically and remember that they belong.
WHAT WOMEN WILL LEARN
The Foundations of Circle
Understanding the history, purpose and power of gathering in circle.
Creating the Container
How to establish agreements, intention, trust and emotional safety.
Holding Space
Learning to witness rather than fix, rescue or advise.
The Role of the Facilitator
Understanding leadership, presence, responsibility and the difference between facilitating and controlling an experience.
Council & Deep Listening
Creating space for every woman's voice and wisdom.
Programming & Flow
How to thoughtfully build a circle from opening through closing.
Practices & Modalities
Understanding how meditation, breath, journaling, ritual, movement, sound and other practices can support a circle.
Navigating Emotion & Vulnerability
How to stay grounded when powerful emotions arise.
Facilitation Practice
Opportunities to practice leading and receive thoughtful feedback.
Creating Your Own Circles
Helping participants move from learning into actually gathering women in their own communities.
The Business of Circle
Practical considerations including pricing, budgeting, promotion, logistics and building community.
YOUR INDEPENDENT CIRCLE PRACTICUM
Learning to hold circle happens by stepping into the circle and doing it.
As part of your certification, you’ll put what you’ve learned into practice by creating and facilitating your own two-hour women’s circle. Your circle may be held in person or online and will give you the opportunity to experience what it feels like to step into the role of facilitator and hold intentional space for others.
After your circle, you’ll submit a short written reflection sharing how many women attended, what you created and facilitated, what you observed and experienced, what felt natural, what challenged you, and what you learned about yourself through the process.
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about practice, presence and beginning to trust yourself as a woman who can hold space.
PROGRAM FORMAT
12 Hours of Live Online Training
Six 2-hour live sessions via Zoom
2-Hour Independent Circle Practicum
Design and facilitate your own women’s circle
14 Total Certification Hours
Upon successful completion of the live training and independent practicum, you’ll receive your Sacred Circle Facilitator Certification accredited by the IPHM.
LIVE TRAINING DATES
Tuesday, January 12 | 4–6 PM PT / 7–9 PM ET
Session One
Tuesday, January 19 | 4–6 PM PT / 7–9 PM ET
Session Two
Tuesday, January 26 | 4–6 PM PT / 7–9 PM ET
Session Three
Tuesday, February 2 | 4–6 PM PT / 7–9 PM ET
Session Four
Tuesday, February 9
Integration Week — No Live Class
Tuesday, February 16 | 4–6 PM PT / 7–9 PM ET
Session Five
Tuesday, February 23 | 4–6 PM PT / 7–9 PM ET
Session Six
THIS TRAINING MAY BE FOR YOU IF...
You feel called to gather women and create deeper connection in your community.
You already work with women — as a coach, healer, therapist, yoga teacher, wellness practitioner, retreat leader or community builder — and want to incorporate circle into the work you already do.
You dream of creating your own women’s circles but aren't sure where to begin.
You want to learn how to create spaces where women feel safe enough to be authentic, vulnerable and truly themselves.
Or perhaps you simply feel something inside you saying, this work is calling me.
You don't need to have it all figured out before you begin.
You just need to feel the call.
THE RIPPLE STARTS WITH ONE CIRCLE
One woman creates a circle.
A handful of women walk away feeling more connected, more seen and a little less alone.
They bring that feeling home with them.
And something begins to ripple.
The world needs more spaces where women can gather. And it needs more women who know how to hold them.
YOUR INVESTMENT
$799 Paid in Full
OR
Two Monthly Payments of $425
Your enrollment includes all six live online training sessions, your independent circle practicum, training materials, and your Sacred Circle Facilitator Certification upon successful completion of the program.
This is more than learning how to facilitate a circle. It’s an invitation to develop the confidence, tools and foundation to create spaces of meaningful connection — and to carry this work into your own community.
RESERVE YOUR PLACE
Space is limited to keep the training intimate, interactive and connected.
