The Invitation
Whether you’d like to support others or simply gain more more clarity, resiliency and a deeper connection with Self, then you’re in the right place.
Over the last 14+ years Mel has completed COUNTLESS immersions, and while they all come with their own flavours and gifts; the truth is many methodologies actually share the same, fundamental competencies.
Competencies that (when engaged with correctly) will expand your capacity in a fraction of the time. This is what you learn in HOLD.
HOLD is a multi-disciplinary, transmission-based initiation.
Together we’ll be using the power of Energy Healing, Source Field Activation, Mindfulness, Meditation, Non-dual transmission, Intuitive Movement, Dance, Body Work, Somatics, Breathwork, Cacao, Ceremony, Ritual & Trauma Release Exercises to nurture our nervous systems and increase our capacity to actually do the things we want to.
"This series of workshops was an unexpected deep journey of self discovery and healing. Through an expert and intuitive combination of group discussions, energy healing, breathwork, ceremony, ritual and movement the experience was nothing short of transcendental.”
Vivette Rittmann
CULTURE AND BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS ANALYST
NAMIBIA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (NAM)
THE JOURNEY
Our HOLD online immersion will cover multiple healing and space-holding methodologies.
Our time in sessions are 80% embodied practice and 20% theory.
You will have a range of supporting audios, videos, documents, reading lists, and quizzes, in our membership site should you wish to dive deeper on a particular topic.
ALL MODULES WILL ALSO HAVE TEACHING & SELLING TEMPLATES AS WELL AS SCRIPTS FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO SHARE THIS WORK.
Here's What We'll Be Learning…
OUR PROGRAM:
There are two cohorts to account for different timezones.
For Africa/Europe:
Classes will take once a week from 10:00am - 12 pm GMT + 2 on Saturdays.
Convert times to your timezone here.
For the US/AUS:
Classes will take once a week from 17:00 - 19:00 GMT + 2 on Saturdays.
Convert times to your timezone here.
All sessions have recordings, however attunements must be attended LIVE.
MODULE OVERVIEW:
There are 9 Modules and all of them are compulsory (though you are welcome to miss sessions and catchup via recording).
Energy attunements must be attended LIVE.
Each module is a different length of time and there is a weekly break period between modules to allow consolidation as well as the opportunity to catchup on anything that’s been missed.
Module 1: Defining Your Holding
SESSION DATES: 1 & 8 AUGUST (2 weeks)
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
We begin our journey by getting crystal clear on your goals for this experience as well as the obstacles that might be preventing you from achieving them. More specifically:
We define what you hope to HOLD (create) in your own life or in the lives of others
We discover your inner HOLDing patterns — those which support your goals and those that get in the way
We consider the areas of your life where you may need some external HOLDing and support
We practice practices to help you increase both you inner and outer resiliency (your personal HOLDing capacity)
Week 1 begins with a simple Opening Ceremony. In this section, you will also be taught the space holding tool that you can adapt across multiple methodologies.
Module 2: Trauma Release Through Dance, Embodied Expression & Voice Activation
SESSION DATES: 22 & 29 AUGUST; 5 & 12 SEPTEMBER (4 weeks)
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
As powerful as talk therapy can be, science has shown that resolving our trauma may also requires us to get into our bodies and release somatically.
While structured practices like yoga can be great for this; non-linear movement is sometimes more accessible and healing.
In this section we get back into the body then learn a range of simple body cues and movements that you can use to somatically release all the thoughts, ideas and stories that have been unconsciously crippling you.
Our emotions, inner child, the elements and the animalistic natural world are just some of the tools we’ll be using to activate our voices and access these non-ordinary states of embodiment.
Module 3: Nervous System Regulation, Polyvagal Intelligence & Somatics
SESSION DATES: 26 SEPTEMBER, 3 & 10 OCTOBER (3 weeks)
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
In this module we dive deeper into the relationship between our many bodies by engaging more specific somatic methodologies.
We will learn about polyvagal theory and the science of resiliency. You will also be taught a self-regulation sequence to help you release internal contractions from top-to-toe.
Module 4: Elemental Energy Master Attunement
SESSION DATES: 24 & 31 october; 7 & 14 NOVEMBER (4 weeks)
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
Being a competent space-holder (for others or yourself) requires you to be able to both feel and support one's ability to heal.
With Reiki and Source Field Activation you learn how to do this without depleting your own reserves — you learn how to hold, channel and direct this energy more powerfully.
The Elemental aspects are optional additions for those who would like to dive a little deeper.
In our attunement you will:
Be attuned to Level 1, 2 & the Master Level Of Usui Reiki and Tibetan Reiki;
Receive detailed Reiki Manuals (4 manuals of a combined 131 pages — available immediately)
Reiki summaries - A brief summary of key learning points from all the energy levels all of the training (6 pages — available immediately)
A Manual on an introduction to working with the Elements & Tibetan instruments (15 pages — available immediately)
Guidance on how to share energy with others (individually, in groups and across distances)
You will also learn:
The Basics of Elemental Practice & Light Language (optional)
How to honour the practices of different cultures and traditions in a respectful way that avoids cultural appropriation.
Psychic Surgery, Past Life regression & working With The Akasha (optional)
How To Open Circle (optional)
How To Create Powerful Rituals (optional)
How To Bring Sound & Tools Into Your Healing Work (optional)
How To Bring Crystals & Oils Into Your Work (optional)
How To Work With Guides & Your Ancestry (optional)
How To Bring Cacao Into Your Rituals & Ceremonies powerfully & appropriately (optional)
IMPORTANT:
Please note that in this tradition the Master level is not the same as the Master TEACHER level so though you WILL be able to provide healing for others, you will NOT be able to ATTUNE others just yet (we'll get there :) ). You will also NOT be initiated to activate Source Fields yet.
Module 5: Breathwork - A Spectrum of Healing Through Breathing
SESSION DATES: 28 NOVEMBER, 5 & 12 DECEMBER 2026 (3 weeks)
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
As you learn and grow, you’re likely to meet your self-sabotaging tendencies, stumbling blocks and all manner of limiting beliefs. In this section we learn how to dissolve our internal resistance and lay strong foundations for your expansion by:
Becoming Competent Daily Breathworkers
Diving Deeply Into The Healing Magic & Mystery Of Transformational Breathwork (Conscious Connected Breath & two other cathartic methodologies)
Learning How to Share Impactful Breath Techniques from the most Gentle and regulating to the more Releasing.
Holiday Break
No SESSIONs on 19 & 26 december; & 2 january
This is a time for rest and review. You can still ask Mel questions via our Community WA group.
Module 6: The Science Of Source
SESSION DATES: 9, 16 & 23 JANUARY 2027 (3 weeks)
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
Here we learn the fundamental science of Source Field Activation, Kundalini process and Non-dual transmission so we can appropriately support people through an expansion of their spiritual awareness.
In addition to Kundalini Science, you will be systematically taught the mechanics of light meditation as well as how and when to begin sharing it safely.
This module is particularly important for those who would like to become Source Field Activation Facilitators themselves.
IMPORTANT: I will NOT be initiating you to facilitate Non-dual transmissions, Source Field or Kundalini Activations. You will receive sessions from me and gain the basic intellectual understanding that might support you in becoming a well-informed facilitator one day.
Module 7: Healing Touch & Body Work
SESSION DATES: 6, 13, 20 February 2027
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
The average person is touch-starved.
Conscious contact initiated in an ethical way, is a powerful tool for:
Resourcing & Grounding
Deepening breath and awareness
Focusing the process
Supporting a sense of safety and physical contraction release
In this module, we learn some reliable fundamentals.
Module 8: Spiritual Spine
SESSION DATES: 6 & 13 MARCH 2027 (2 weeks)
10am - 12PM GMT+2
Whether you’re choosing to share this work with others or keep it for yourself, the fact remains that true healing requires a global consciousness. One where you are able to relate to people of different backgrounds and don’t shy away from the collective shadowwork of our times.
As such this module includes an introduction to:
Cultural appropriation and institutional oppression
Working with ancestral trauma
Space-holding for Queers, BIPOCs (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) & The Disabled
Space Holding as Spiritual Activism
Module 9: Minding Your Business
SESSION DATES: 27 March; 3, 10 & 17 APRIL (4 weeks)
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
People who want to hold space tend to be natural givers but sucky chargers & administrators. As such we’ll be spending a couple of weeks together to get your first space-holding offering launched in community (we’ll be slowly building towards this throughout the experience).
We do this in a simple and lifestyle constraint appropriate way.
The Closing:
SESSION DATES: 1, 8 & 18 MAY 2027 (3 weeks)
AFRICA/EUROPE COHORT : 10am - 12PM GMT+2
US/AUS COHORT 2: 17:00 - 19:00 GMT+2
This is something that makes HOLD so unique. For the last month of the training there will be no new content or theory but you have the option to continue to meet Mel LIVE to:
Repeat important processes.
Practice sharing tools and practices — you will spend ALOT of LIVE supervised time holding space for eachother and yourself.
Review eachothers’ space-holding offerings and potentially launch your own offering in real-time (if you want to create one, you don’t have to).
Catchup on any work you may have missed.
Ask questions
Complete your final practicals - You will also do one short practical per module 1:1 with Mel to make sure you’re slowly building competency in each modality.
Our Closing Ceremony is on 25 May 2027 - and is optional for those who want to attend.
HOLD is not the kind of training you do once. In fact, we’ve developed a schedule to help you complete this training at least 3 times once our experience has come to a close.
The first time you go through HOLD your focus is on your own process. The primary goal is for your nervous system and multiple bodies to get used to holding space and powerful energies while you gently notice which modalities you most enjoy sharing (we don’t necessarily like holding and receiving for the same things).
The second time you go through HOLD, you’ll recognise that you know more than you think you do and will therefore spend more time focusing on crafting and refining an offering. You’ll also be encouraged to review readings on the modules that most excite you and focus on infrastructure, inviting people into business and the visibility element.
The third time you go through HOLD you’ll focus on refining your real time delivery when holding yourself, holding others, holding online, 1:1 or in groups.
You’ll find your unique voice or unique practice emerging more clearly and if you haven’t already, you may even complete a tiny launch.
Beyond LIVE COACHING
HOLD Also Includes:
Access to a membership site with recommended readings, recordings, supporting materials and selling templates to use in your offerings
Access To A Private WA group to ask questions and keep us connected between sessions (you can contact Mel for mentorship as soon as you enroll).
Short MCQ & practical “exams” for each methodology
(these are optional)
IMPORTANT:You’ll receive access to our membership site, recommended readings, energy work manuals, support for creating playlists, brand assignments and prep content as soon as you enroll.
Classes will take place from 10:00am - 12 pm GMT + 2 on Saturdays for our Africa/Europe cohort.
Times are 17:00 - 19:00 for our US/AUS cohort.
View your timezone here.
All sessions will have recordings, however attunements must be attended LIVE.
YOUR TEACHER
Melissa Mukaiwa
is a Mindfulness, Meditation, Yoga, Relaxation & Elemental-Egyptian Reiki Master Teacher.
She’s a Transformational Life Coach, Sacred Sexuality, Cacao Ceremony & Breathwork Facilitator; A Host, An International Speaker & Speaker Trainer; A Narrative4 Story Exchange Facilitator as well as a Trauma Release Through Dance Practitioner.
Melissa is a Bhakti Yoga Teacher (Harmonium, Mantra Chanting & Kirtan) as well as an Advanced Cathartic Breathwork Practitioner with the only Triple Board Certified Academy in the world.
She’s is a Jin-Shin Jyutsu practitioner, a Kundalini Activation Practice Facilitator and is currently completing her training as Non-dual field transmitter. Mel is in training as a therapist of Thai Massage from the London School of Thai Massage and is also training in African Constellations Therapy.
Melissa holds an honours degree in Business Science from the University Of Cape Town with a specialisation in Marketing.
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Mel began her work as an educator in 2012. Since then her coaching and mentorship footprint has spread to 10 countries across the globe, where she’s trained thousands in person and online.
She has trained 30 mindfulness and meditation teachers as well as attuned 100+ master energy healers.
Melissa’s passion for wellness and personal empowerment took root in the founding of a local community development initiative called “Just Breathe”. Since 2017, they have served more than 3000 people at their free LIVE in person community events.
In 2019 her community development work saw Melissa being invited to travel to Rutgers University in the United States as a Mandela Washington Fellow.
In 2024, she was invited to be a guest speaker in the prestigious Conscious Life Trauma Super Conference and was invited back to participate in their Optimal Energy Conference as well.
She is also the Founder and CEO of PR, Marketing & Creative Solutions Company, Nica Creative.
Melissa describes herself as an irreverent optimist and student-teacher to the core whose work is geared toward a singular goal:
“The Activation of Human Potential to the Betterment of Us All.”
In the short-term Melissa hopes to co-design and pilot simple, culturally-appropriate breath work, movement, resilience and personal empowerment interventions for grassroots level communities in Namibia that encourages the internal co-creation, participation and eventually autonomous facilitation of the program.
Upon evidence-based proof of concept, her dream is to leverage the vast Mandela Washington Fellowship alumni network in order to adapt this intervention for the rest of Africa such that it both supports and leverages our diverse continental landspace.
"I’ve had the great joy to work with Mel as her student and as a co-facilitator on my own courses.
On my own path, Mel’s gentle yet powerful guidance through her Breathwork sessions helped me release years of trauma and limiting beliefs. I’ve never felt more connected to myself and my inner peace. Each session allowed me to go deeper into my healing journey, feeling safe and supported throughout.
As a co-facilitator, Mel brought magic into my container, where she helped my coaching clients, feel - probably for the first time in a very long time. It was absolutely beautiful to witness.
I look forward to collaborating and learning from Mel, for many years to come.”
NICOLE DAVIDOW
MANIFESTATION COACH (GER)
Our HOLD Training Dates and Rates are as follows:
Sessions will take place on Saturdays from 10am - 12pm GMT+2 for Africa/Europe and 17:00 - 19:00 for US/AUS.
View your timezone here.
We begin on Saturday, 1 August 2026. Modules are different lengths and there will be NO LIVE class on the week after each Module ends to allow digestion and integration. Our practice schedule is below.
HOLD Module Schedule:
Module 1:
Defining Your Holding: 1 & 8 August (2 Weeks)
Break: 15 August
Module 2:
Trauma Release Through Dance, Embodied Expression & Voice Activation:
22 & 29 August; 5 & 12 September (4 Weeks)
Break: 19 September
Module 3:
Nervous System Regulation, Polyvagal Intelligence & Somatics: 26 September, 3 & 10 October (3 Weeks)
Break: 17 October
Module 4:
Elemental Energy Master Attunement: 24 & 31 October; 7 & 14 November (4 Weeks)
Break: 21 November
Module 5:
Breathwork - A Spectrum of Healing Through Breathing: 28 November, 5 & 12 December 2026 (3 Weeks)
Break: 19 December
HOLIDAY BREAK:
No Sessions on 19 & 26 December; & 2 January 2027 (3 weeks)
Module 6:
The Science Of Source: 9, 16 & 23 January 2027 (3 Weeks)
Break: 30 January
Module 7:
Healing Touch & Body Work: 6, 13, 20 February 2027 (3 Weeks)
Break: 27 February
Module 8:
Spiritual Spine: 6 & 13 March 2027 (2 Weeks)
Break: 20 March
Module 9:
Minding Your Business: 27 March; 3, 10 & 17 April (4 Weeks)
Break: 24 April
CLOSING:
Reconsolidation, Practicals & Micro-Launch: 1, 8 & 18 MAY 2027 (3 Weeks)
CLOSING CEREMONY:
Final Group Practice: 25 May 2027
HOLD FACILITATOR’S REsidency:
1 Month Live In Person In Bali - November / December 2027
HOLD Facilitators Residency:
When it comes to Facilitation, nothing accelerates your progress faster than actual facilitation and real-time mentorship.
At the end of 2027, HOLD graduates are invited to join me in beautiful Bali for a 1 month Facilitators Retreat where we will:
· Elevate both our spiritual and healing faculties by steeping in the field.
· Refine our facilitation of various modalities, especially healing touch and body work.
· Rest deeply
· Create content together.
· Build community and launch an offering in real-time.
This residency is optional and only available to HOLD graduates for a separate fee.
Special concessions may be given to those who have trainined with me over many years - feel free to inquire.
The investment for 11 months of multi-disciplinary initiation and intimate mentorship is as follows:
Online Training Fee:
SUPER EARLY BIRD: ON OR Before 15 MAY
Namibia/South Africa: N$ 22 000 (or N$2350 per month for 12 months)
Rest of the World: 1111 Euro (or 145 euro per month for 12 months)
EARLY BIRD: 16 MAY - 19 June
Namibia/South Africa: N$ 26 000 (or N$2670 per month for 12 months)
Rest of the World: 1333 Euro (or 166 euro per month for 12 months)
STANDARD BIRD: 20 JUNE - 17 JulY
Namibia/South Africa: N$ 32 000 (or N$3170 per month for 12 months)
Rest of the World: 1666 Euro (or 188 euro per month for 12 months)
LATE BIRD: FROM 17 JULY
Namibia/South Africa: N$ 36 000 (or N$3500 per month for 12 months)
Rest of the World: 1888 Euro (or 211 euro per month for 12 months)
Custom payment plans are available on request.
Our HOLD 1 Month Residency is optional and includes an additional fee. Details will be available to those who enroll in HOLD.
Each LIVE session will be 2 hours long.
There will be recordings but ALL Energy Attunements must be attended LIVE.
What Makes This Different From Other Trainings?
Extended Training Period & Sustained Structural Support
Holding space is a practice and it takes practice to form a practice.
Unlike most intensives that give you a boost for a while then leave you twisting in the wind, I’ll be gently hand-holding with LIVE support calls in an intimate container over a number of months.
You also have the option to refine even further, while launching your first offering on our HOLD residency.
Unique Multi-Disciplinary Offering
The training fuses multiple healing elements that support our nervous systems while generating deep and sustained release.
It’s a powerful immersion for your own healing and an even more powerful initiation if you choose to begin holding space.
Decent Rates
You'll be hard-pressed to find a training with this degree of live interaction and feedback at these rates. The goal is to make this training as accessible as possible while still keeping the lights on.
That said, each year we tweak and refine our offerings to make it even better so the rates tend to rise along with it.
Our recommendation - get in while it’s good. :)
If you have any questions let us know.