A Systemic Constellations workshop
with Deborah Lewin + Liane Maitland
12 - 14 June 2026 ~ FINDHORN, Scotland
Old systems and structures break down to make way for what follows. They always have and they always will. It’s often a painful process as we grieve, swim in the waters of the liminal, search for clarity, and for light in the darkness – individually, and collectively.
At the heart of Systemic Constellations' work is a belief that the roots of the issues we struggle with most lie deep in the unconscious of our wider familial, social, and cultural systems.
Now more than ever, in the face of global uncertainty and change, it is crucial we find ways to centre, stay open-hearted and untangle ourselves from what we inherited, which isn’t ours to carry.
This workshop will take place at Universal Hall, The Park Ecovillage in Findhorn, SCOTLAND - see below for information.
The Creation of Éa
Only in silence the word,
Only in dark the light,
Only in dying life:
Bright the hawk's flight
On the empty sky.
— Ursula K. Le Guin
Explore…
A systemic constellation, sometimes known as a family constellation, is a creative way of addressing a wide range of difficult issues in relationships, families, at work, with health or other challenges. The approach involves taking the widest possible view of a situation through the creation of a ‘human map’, providing a different perspective on a persistent story. We consider loyalties to those who came before us (our parents and ancestors), how they help and hinder us, and how we can move forward freely.
Throughout the weekend we will listen deeply to, and learn to trust, the information we receive from our somatic body.
We will explore these issues individually, in small groups and in the larger group. We will experiment and play, wonder and share, and we hope you will join us!
Who the workshop is for
This workshop is open to anyone aged 18+ who wants to:
Pause, rest and reflect
Connect with like-minded and hearted kin (seen and unseen)
Spend time on sacred land
Explore (and / or deepen into) the blessings and burdens of ancestral stories through the method of Systemic Constellations
Strengthen their capacity to stay centred.
Although experience in embodied movement or constellations is not necessary, at least one embodied movement practice class (or somatic ‘knowing’ in other ways) is recommended in advance if possible, further info here. If you are not familiar with Systemic Constellations, further info here.
Curiosity and open-heartedness are essential.
Findhorn Bay, image courtesy of Robin Ashworth
The Phoenix Cafe, nestled right next to our workshop space.
What will we be doing?
If you have not experienced systemic constellations work before, it can be difficult to explain! A constellation is a creative and solution-focused way of addressing a wide range of issues in relationships, families, at work, with health or other challenges. It involves taking what is known as the 'widest possible view' of a situation through the creation of a 'human map', providing a different perspective on a familiar and persistent story and revealing the hidden dynamics and intergenerational patterns which often contribute to our struggles.
The workshop will be experiential, and everyone is likely to participate, either as a representative in someone else's constellation (which can be a powerful experience and bring great insight for your own life), or you may do a piece of work yourself, although there is no guarantee of this.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Many of you will know Deborah from her work as an embodied movement practitioner. This is a Systemic Constellations weekend, which will include exercises to support the somatic phenomenological aspect of Constellations work. We may incorporate a little embodied movement during the weekend, which will be informed by the needs of the group.
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Confidentiality about what is covered during the workshop is expected.
Universal Hall entrance
The Phoenix Cafe interior.
The Practicalities
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12 - 14 June 2026
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Friday 3pm-6pm
Saturday 10am-6pm
Sunday 10am-1pm
Registration will be from 2.30pm in the Auditorium.
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According to our commitment to make offerings financially accessible, there are 3 pricing tiers. Please consider your circumstances and choose which suits you best. For more info on Vital Moves Fair Pricing Policy, please click here.
Book before 1 May 2026:
Supporting: £0.00 – helps us make our work accessible to those with more modest means and applies if you have access to investments / economic abundance. Please pay this if you can, to balance the provision of the reduced fee places.Fair: £0.00 – allows us to sustain our work and typically applies if you are able to provide for your needs in a consistent way.
Accessible: £0.00 – applies if you are less economically advantaged than the ways listed above.Book from 2 May 2026 onwards:
Supporting: £0.00
Fair: £0.00
Accessible: £0.00
Deposit £0.00 secures your place.
If you would like to attend and the accessible fee is still not manageable, or if you’d like to pay in instalments, please email beth@vitalmoves.co.uk. Likewise, please enquire if you would like to contribute beyond the supporting rate.
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Venue: Universal Hall, The Park Ecovillage, Findhorn, Forres IV36 3TZ
Universal Hall, within the world famous eco-village in FINDHORN.
Surrounded by pine forests, rivers, iconic dunelands and pristine beaches. Findhorn has been Deborahs home by the sea for over 30 years. Built on sacred land, providing spiritual sanctuary to those who visit. We encourage you to spend time in the Findhorn community following your retreat to support the integration of our time together.
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Please note this is a non-residential weekend. If you are travelling to join us, you will have to organise your own accommodation.
For those seeking sanctuary and connection during our time together, you can consider sharing the serene haven of the self-catering chalets at Findhorn Bay Holiday Park. With options ranging from cozy private rooms to communal spaces with a buzz of shared energy, there's a place for everyone to rest and rejuvenate all within walking distance to the venue.
To stay within the The Park Ecovillage, you can book a room directly at the Guest Lodge or Hazel Hoose.
There's also the possibility to camp in the Hinterland - the woods near the windmills.
We have an ‘Restore and Explore’ Telegram Group so that participants can arrange accommodation and travel together.
For private local recommended options:
You will also find more options online e.g. AirBnB
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The Phoenix Cafe, nestled right next to our workshop space, can provide you with wholesome daily lunches and a heartfelt evening group dinner on the Friday night.
Meals are additional and optional, full details, menu and booking form will be emailed prior to the workshop.
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We recommend bringing:
Loose / comfortable clothing
Warm clothes (layers)
Refillable water bottle
Notebook and pen
Shoes for walking (there are beautiful local walks)
The Universal Hall is a shoe-free zone, so you might want to bring some indoor shoes.
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We encourage travel by public transport and car sharing.
Traveling by train: The closest train station is Forres.
We aim to coordinate lift sharing and taxis amongst the participants.
Traveling by plane: The nearest airports are Inverness and Aberdeen. If travelling to Edinburgh or Glasgow, it may be possible to arrange a lift share with participants driving from either city.
Meet Deborah
Deborah offers one-to-one and group workshops, retreats, mentorship, supervision and training in the field of embodied movement, dance. In 2024, she completed 2 years of training in Systemic Constellations. These offerings are inspired by her love of teaching, bringing together the full range of her training and experiences as an embodied movement facilitator, dancer and leader since 1990.
She has a blended professional life, working online and in-person, with large groups, small groups, and one-to-one. Her respect for the wisdom of the creative body is incisive and contagious.
“I am committed to personal development, and nurturing individual and collective transformation….. I hold the teaching space with deep attentiveness, clear instruction, and an absolute delight and love of movement.”
Meet Liane
Liane is a psychotherapeutic counsellor, clinical supervisor, systemic constellations practitioner and an ancestral lineage healing guide, with over 25 years of experience in facilitating groups. She worked in the corporate world for a long time and for the past 14 years has been running a private counselling/psychotherapy practice working with individuals, couples, and groups.
What others have shared about working with Deborah and Liane
“Loved the clarity of Liane’s explanations of constellations, and her drawing attention to the context and confluences at play...
I really enjoyed the overt connecting to the field, and the overlaying of a specific enquiring structure...
I thought the initial ‘living maps’ related to what we were arriving with were very valuable!”
“This was a miraculous day, a novel blending of embodied movement and Systemic constellations which makes so much sense. I felt a big shift of energy in the Constellation work which was embedded and carried forward with me through the open floor dance movement. So exciting to experience this innovative approach...
I felt tremendous energy and excitement from people and think it was a wonderful creation.”
“I think it’s a genuinely inspired combination and I really hope you keep exploring the potential...
The combination of constellation work and embodied movement feels fresh and inspired, and I would love to attend more workshops like this.”