1 - 25 july 2026
presented by the well at nine yards
events at the well
The GET GROUNDED series: expert-led deep dives, hands-on workshops and shared experiences exploring our connection to the earth, the body and stillness. Deep dives on Wednesday evenings. Workshops on weekends.
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what's coming
Expert-led deep dives and hands-on workshops in the GET GROUNDED series. Tap any event for the full description, schedule, pricing and presenter.
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Finding Your Feet
A Deep Dive with Dr Niki Judelman
01 JUL
Finding Your Feet
A Deep Dive with Dr Niki Judelman
- When
- Wednesday 1 July, 5.30pm for 6pm-7pm
- Pricing
- Deep Dive R300 · Workshop R850 · Both R1050
About
Our feet are the foundation of the body, yet they're often the part we pay the least attention to. They influence balance, posture, movement, and how we interact with the world. In this Deep Dive, Dr Niki Judelman explores the connection between the feet, fascia, posture, and nervous-system regulation, and how reconnecting with the body's foundation can improve movement, create greater ease, and support physical and emotional steadiness.
Presenter
Dr Niki Judelman — chiropractor with 15+ years' clinical experience, focused on the fascial system, alignment, and nervous-system regulation; co-founder of The Well.
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Finding Your Feet (Deepening Workshop)
A Deepening Workshop with Dr Niki Judelman
04 JUL
Finding Your Feet (Deepening Workshop)
A Deepening Workshop with Dr Niki Judelman
- When
- Saturday 4 July, 9.30am-11am
- Pricing
- R850 pp
About
If the Deep Dive explores the theory, this workshop is where we begin to experience it. Through guided movement, sensory practices, and walking awareness, participants discover how the feet influence posture, balance, mobility, and nervous-system regulation. A practical continuation of the Deep Dive, offering simple yet powerful tools for foot awareness, alignment, and grounding.
Presenter
Dr Niki Judelman — chiropractor with 15+ years' clinical experience, focused on the fascial system, alignment, and nervous-system regulation; co-founder of The Well.
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The Science & Practice of Meditation
A Deep Dive and Workshop with Warren Harding
05 JUL
The Science & Practice of Meditation
A Deep Dive and Workshop with Warren Harding
- When
- Sunday 5 July, 10am-1pm
- Pricing
- R850 pp
About
Meditation is one of the most researched wellbeing practices in the world, yet its essence is simple: learning to pay attention. Drawing from neuroscience and contemplative traditions, this session explores how meditation influences the brain, regulates the nervous system, and supports emotional resilience, focus, and overall wellbeing. Through breathwork, awareness exercises, and guided practices, participants discover accessible tools for calm, clarity, and deeper self-connection.
Presenter
Warren Harding — four decades in health and wellness as a trainer, movement specialist, coach, mindfulness practitioner, and facilitator; helps people cultivate awareness, resilience, and wellbeing through what he calls Meditative Flow.
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Crystal Bowl Sound Experience
With Dina Kanjee
05 JUL
Crystal Bowl Sound Experience
With Dina Kanjee
- When
- Sunday 5 July, 5-6pm
- Pricing
- R300
About
The pure tones of crystal singing bowls resonate with the body's energy centres, creating a soundscape that is both grounding and expansive. As each bowl sings its note, tension softens, the mind grows quiet, and the body is invited into deep relaxation. An immersive sound experience to rest deeply and reconnect with stillness through vibration, resonance, and intentional listening.
Presenter
Dina Kanjee — sound practitioner using the vibrational qualities of crystal singing bowls to support relaxation, energetic balance, and deep restoration.
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The Root Chakra: Safety · Stability · Belonging
A Deep Dive
08 JUL
The Root Chakra: Safety · Stability · Belonging
A Deep Dive
- When
- Wednesday 8 July, 5.30pm for 6pm-7pm
- Pricing
- Deep Dive R300 · Workshop R900 · All three Root Chakra experiences R1300
About
The Root Chakra is associated with our deepest foundations: safety, security, belonging, and connection to the physical world. It influences how supported we feel in our bodies, relationships, and lives. Drawing on ancient wisdom traditions and modern understandings of nervous-system regulation, this Deep Dive explores what it means to feel truly grounded, and practical ways to cultivate stability and support in everyday life.
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Ground Up
A Natural Movement Workshop with Peri Zourides
11 JUL
Ground Up
A Natural Movement Workshop with Peri Zourides
- When
- Saturday 11 July, 11am-1pm
- Pricing
- R900 pp
About
Before we could walk, we learned to roll, crawl, sit, squat, stand, and balance. These foundational movement patterns shape how we move throughout life and remain essential for strength, mobility, and independence as we age. In this practical workshop, Peri Zourides introduces the principles of natural movement and how reconnecting with these patterns improves everyday mobility, performance, and wellbeing.
Presenter
Peri Zourides — founder of Prolific Training and one of Africa's leading Natural Movement practitioners; decades of experience across strength training, movement education, martial arts, and rehabilitation.
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Working with the Root Chakra
A Yoga Intensive with Liziwe Ntuli
12 JUL
Working with the Root Chakra
A Yoga Intensive with Liziwe Ntuli
- When
- Sunday 12 July, 90-minute Intensive
- Pricing
- R350 pp
About
If the Deep Dive explores the philosophy of the Root Chakra, this yoga intensive is an opportunity to embody it. Through movement, breathwork, meditation, and mindful awareness, participants explore practices that support grounding, stability, and nervous-system regulation — an invitation to slow down and feel truly rooted.
Presenter
Liziwe Ntuli — co-founder of The Well and experienced yoga teacher rooted in the Iyengar tradition; brings a thoughtful, practical approach to wellbeing alongside a career in organisational change and leadership.
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Introduction to Tai Chi
A Beginners Workshop with Leo Ming
18 JUL
Introduction to Tai Chi
A Beginners Workshop with Leo Ming
- When
- Saturday 18 July, 11am-1pm
- Pricing
- R850 pp
About
Modern life teaches us to move faster; Tai Chi teaches us to move better. Often described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi combines breath, balance, awareness, and gentle strength into a practice that supports physical and mental wellbeing. This beginner-friendly workshop is an accessible introduction to one of the world's most respected longevity practices — no experience required.
Presenter
Leo Ming — has dedicated many years to the study and teaching of Tai Chi and traditional movement; a calm, accessible teaching style that makes ancient practices relevant for modern life.
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Inside Out: Building Health from the Gut Up
A Fermentation Workshop with Mathahle Stofile
19 JUL
Inside Out: Building Health from the Gut Up
A Fermentation Workshop with Mathahle Stofile
- When
- Sunday 19 July, 10am-1pm
- Pricing
- R850 pp
About
Emerging research into the gut-skin axis reveals a fascinating conversation between digestive health, hormonal balance, inflammation, and the appearance of our skin. As we move through our thirties and beyond, supporting the gut becomes increasingly important for collagen production, skin elasticity, hydration, and overall vitality. This hands-on workshop explores the ancient art and modern science of fermentation as a pathway to wellbeing from the inside out. Participants learn the principles of wild lacto-fermentation, discover how living foods support the microbiome and nutrient absorption, and create their own kefir to take home.
Presenter
Mathahle Stofile — founder of The Matte Project, writer, podcaster, and former beauty editor; explores the intersection of wellness, culture, beauty, and nourishment, and how traditional practices support modern wellbeing.
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Trauma Release Workshop
With Bev Feldman
25 JUL
Trauma Release Workshop
With Bev Feldman
- When
- Saturday 25 July, 2-3.30pm
- Pricing
- R850 pp
About
Stress, tension, and emotional experiences are held not only in the mind but in the body. Over time these patterns influence how we move, feel, and respond. In this guided workshop, Bev Feldman introduces practical somatic tools (TRE) for releasing tension and supporting nervous-system regulation — gentle body-based techniques to cultivate ease, resilience, and connection.
Presenter
Bev Feldman — certified TRE practitioner facilitating Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises for individuals and groups since 2016.
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Gong Sound Immersion
With First Frequency
25 JUL
Gong Sound Immersion
With First Frequency
- When
- Saturday 25 July, 5pm
- Pricing
- R500 pp
About
The deep, resonant tones of the gong move through the body as much as the ears, inviting the nervous system into profound rest. In this immersive sound experience, layered overtones and shifting frequencies guide you into a meditative state where tension softens and the mind grows quiet. Simply lie back, listen, and let the vibration do its work.
Presenter
First Frequency — sound practitioners working with the gong and other resonant instruments to support relaxation, energetic balance and deep restoration.
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