HOW MANY PARTICIPANTS ATTEND THE WORKSHOP?
We believe in creating an intimate and diverse environment during our workshops. Typically, our workshops accommodate around 10-14 participants. This group size allows for meaningful connections and personalized support. To ensure a quality experience, we have at least 3 facilitators available to guide and assist the group. Additionally, we have 6-10 staff members from various backgrounds there to support participants in their experience.
WHAT ARE THE MEALS AND ACCOMMODATIONS LIKE DURING THE WORKSHOP?
We carefully select venue sites that prioritize comfort, accessibility, and appreciation of the natural surroundings. Each site has its unique charm and provides comfortable accommodations for every participant. At the workshop in Oregon, it is more rustic, tent accommodations and communal style lodging - every participant will have a bed and tents are shared amongst 4 to 7 women. We understand the importance of catering to individual needs, so we gather information about sleeping preferences and dietary restrictions well before the workshop. This ensures we can accommodate everyone's needs and provide a nourishing and comfortable environment. Throughout the workshop, our dedicated on-site event manager is available to address any concerns or questions that may arise.
WHY DOES THIS WORKSHOP HAVE TIERED PRICING?
At our workshop, we believe in making our transformative experience accessible to all women, regardless of their financial circumstances. That's why we offer tiered pricing options to ensure that money is not a barrier to attending. We understand that women have diverse incomes and financial situations, so by offering tiered pricing, we aim to accommodate different financial capabilities, allowing each participant to choose the tier that aligns with their ability to contribute. This approach empowers women to invest in personal growth while honoring economic realities.
Furthermore, we want to emphasize that women who can pay the full workshop cost to create opportunities and enable attendance for those needing financial assistance. Along with our donors, the generosity of those who pay the full amount helps us offer scholarships to those who require support. Our commitment to ensuring accessibility extends beyond financial considerations as we also offer payment plans for all tiers to create ease.
I'M INTERESTED IN FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS. WHAT KIND OF ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE IF I CANNOT AFFORD THE WORKSHOP?
We understand that the cost of the workshop may be a barrier for some individuals. To make the workshop more accessible, we offer several financial aid options. Firstly, we provide no-fee payment plans that allow you to spread the cost over four monthly payments if you register at least 4.5 months in advance.
Additionally, we have a financial aid program for every workshop, offering scholarships ranging from $300 to $1300 based on need and availability. To learn more about the financial aid opportunities we offer, please visit our website's scholarship application and information page. Our goal is to support individuals in overcoming financial barriers and ensure that everyone has an opportunity to participate.
WHAT IS THE DIVERSITY LIKE AT THESE WORKSHOPS?
We celebrate and embrace the diversity of all women at our workshops. We welcome and honor women from every background, including women of color, women in minority groups, and women from diverse cultural backgrounds. We recognize the importance of representation and actively work to create an inclusive space where every woman feels seen, heard, and safe. Our commitment to diversity ensures that all women, regardless of their background, can fully engage and benefit from the workshop experience while bringing their full identities into the space.
WOULD THIS WORKSHOPS BE A GOOD FIT FOR TRANS WOMEN OR OTHER FEMMES NOT ASSIGNED FEMALE AT BIRTH BUT IDENTIFY AS WOMEN?
Although we hold the intention and commitment to inclusivity, safety, and belonging, we want to be transparent in that our facilitators have not yet been trained, nor have our processes been modified, in order to have the space be safe specifically for trans women or femmes not assigned female at birth who identify as women. We aim to make this a reality one day.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO THE FACILITATORS HAVE, AND WHAT TRAINING HAVE THEY UNDERGONE?
Our facilitators are highly qualified professionals who bring experience to our workshops. They have extensive training and hold certifications in coaching and related fields. Before joining our organization, many facilitators have already accumulated years of practical experience in their respective fields. To become a facilitator, our team members undergo a comprehensive training program within COR Experience, which includes a two-year plus commitment to leadership and facilitation training. Through the COR Community Foundation, they receive ongoing training in cultural sensitivity to better attune to the experiences and challenges women of color and women from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds face. This includes being knowledgeable about systemic oppression, racism, and cultural nuances.
IS THERE A RELIGIOUS ASPECT TO THIS RETREAT? WHAT IF I HAVE A SPECIFIC BELIEF SYSTEM OR NO BELIEF SYSTEM AT ALL?
We warmly welcome individuals of all religious, spiritual, or non-religious backgrounds to our retreats. Our workshops have attracted participants from diverse walks of life, including individuals with Christian, Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist, Taoist, mystical, agnostic, and atheist beliefs. Our holistic approach to inner work encompasses all dimensions of our humanity. While we incorporate concepts such as meditation, prayer/invocation, and exploring a higher power or grace, we do so in an inclusive way that respects and honors individual beliefs. We do not promote or favor any specific religion or dogma. We intend to create a space where you can define and explore spirituality or the absence thereof in a way that resonates with you. We honor and respect your journey and provide an environment for expressing diverse perspectives and beliefs.
I'M NOT INTO GROUP STUFF. IS THIS STILL FOR ME?
COR Woman is a unique group experience that differs from traditional lectures or sharing sessions. While there are group processes, it's important to note that you are never required to share anything, and you can choose to be exactly where you are throughout the entire weekend. The workshop offers a variety of inner journeys and processes that focus on your personal growth. You'll find that witnessing others' experiences can be as transformative as your process, and you'll develop a deep bond with the other participants. If you are open to trying a new approach, you'll discover the added ease and encouragement of moving through processes together and the inner power and confidence that comes from being part of a community.
ARE YOUR WORKSHOPS ONLY FOR STRAIGHT PEOPLE?
No, our workshops are open to individuals of all sexual orientations. We welcome women from diverse backgrounds and identities, including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, and beyond. Our community is inclusive and strives to create a safe and welcoming space for people of all sexual orientations. We value and celebrate the diversity of our participants and honor their unique experiences and identities.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN DOING THIS?
COR Community Foundation has been producing COR Woman since 2021, after we began licensing COR Woman from our mentors, teachers, and friends, Britta and Lee Eskey. Britta and Lee are the founders of COR Experience and have offered these workshops since 1993 when they first began in England. Since then, thousands of individuals from Europe, the United States, and Canada have participated in our workshops.
