CALIFORNIA LABYRINTH SUMMER SCHOOL: For the Love of Classical Labyrinths with Lars Howlett

Explore the storied history and evolution of the Classical Labyrinth—the great grandmother of all labyrinths!

The Classical pattern is the oldest and simplest form of a labyrinth, treasured by a wide variety of cultures and traditions over the past four to six-thousand years. A survey of its design gets us in touch with the archetypal roots of all labyrinths and a better understanding of the basic ingredients that evoke ‘the labyrinth experience’. Led by Veriditas Faculty member Lars Howlett, we will delight in the history, evolution, and application of the Classical Labyrinth. Learn the ins and outs of its sacred geometry and symbolism including how it reflects the basic patterns of life, a journey through the chakras, and the four directions. We’ll contemplate the many Classical variations such as the Chakra-vyuha, Baltic Wheel, and Man in the Maze with photographs of stunning examples from around the world.

Lars Howlett is a leading expert in the design and creation of sacred space for walking meditation, centering prayer, personal healing, conflict resolution and community building. Lars is a practitioner of mindfulness and student of sacred geometry since 2003, experimenting with a wide variety of designs, materials, intentions and settings in his personal and professional projects. Lars was a three year apprentice to Robert Ferré, inheriting the tools, techniques, and teaching curriculum of a master builder. Lars is a Veriditas Faculty Member and Certified Advanced Facilitator trained by the Reverend Dr. Lauren Artress at Grace and Chartres Cathedrals. Visit http://www.DiscoverLabyrinths.com

Accommodation

Veriditas has a block of rooms reserved at the Mercy Center. A link to book your room will be emailed to you in your confirmation email when you register.

Meals

While Mercy Center cannot cater to specific dietary restrictions for individuals other than Vegan/Vegetarian options, If you have a food allergy or intolerance, you are welcome to supplement your meals by bringing some of your own food items. There is a refrigerator and microwave on each bedroom floor available for guest use. Please label food items with your name and the dates of your retreat.

Directions

Here is a link for directions to the Mercy Center, located at 2300 Adeline drive, Burlingame.