Life is a continuous dance of remembering and forgetting.
As a healer, I serve as a gentle reminder of the inner resources and medicine each person carries within.
Who Am I?
Hi, I am Lola Manekin! I’m a Medicine Woman in a quantum, multidimensional dance rooted in the body and connected with all that is. Movement is the medicine I serve through many soul technologies, including Breathwork, sensory awareness, somatic practices, Chinese medicine, Bioenergetics, Animal medicine, and Plant medicine, all custom crafted to each individual or groups’ needs.
The language of my Love expressed transcends the physical act of healing.
I curate safe, sacred and transformational spaces and experiences where individuals can tune into their innate wisdom and capabilities. In this space, they are encouraged to explore and rediscover the healing powers that reside within themselves.
Life is a continuous dance of remembering and forgetting. As a healer, I serve as a gentle reminder of the inner resources and medicine each person carries within. By holding this space and vision, I support others in navigating their paths to self-healing, enabling them to take quantum leaps in their personal and spiritual growth, integrating life through the body, and becoming the fullest version of who we all came here to be.
Drop into your Inner Divinity
My Story
Born and raised on the enchanting island of Florianópolis in Brazil, often whispered about as "The Island of Witches," I was immersed in an environment where the mystical and the magical were part of everyday life. Florianópolis, with its rich folklore of witchy women wielding powerful magic, shaped my path from the very beginning.
From a tender age, the women in my family—my grandmother, mother, and aunts—guided me into the realms of the unseen and the deeply felt. They were my first mentors in the dance of quantum physics and spirituality. This nurturing in ancient wisdom and the vibrational qualities of life led me to pursue academic and spiritual knowledge, culminating in a bachelor’s degree in Integrative Medicine and a master’s in Five Element Acupuncture.
In Brazil, rhythm and movement are not just cultural expressions; they are the very heartbeat of the nation. Brazilians, as you might know, are said to emerge dancing from the womb! Our connection to our bodies is profound, and movement is an intrinsic expression of our spirit.
When I moved to the United States, I found my calling not just in healing but in teaching others the art of connection through embodiment. Here, I've dedicated myself to guiding people to tune into their bodies' cues—those feelings and sensations that are the language of the soul. Helping others navigate life through this sensory dialogue has become my purpose.
Interestingly, I've never had formal dance training. And perhaps, this absence of structured learning was a blessing, as it allowed me to teach in the most organic way possible: to listen, to feel, and to move in tune with the innate wisdom each of us holds within. This approach has not only defined my classes but also deepened the way I connect with others, fostering a space where everyone can discover their own rhythm and flow.
Where Can You Find Me?
TRIBE
TRIBE emerged from a heartfelt recommitment to Baltimore's vibrant movement community. During the pandemic, I returned to Brazil and sold Movement Lab, thinking I had closed the chapter on having my own space in Baltimore. However, the community’s longing for the unique connection we once shared became evident as they reached out, expressing how much they missed our gatherings.
Inspired, I reconnected with some of my dearest collaborators: Barri and Gary, who stepped up as the Directors of TRIBE; Noor, the creative force behind several of our programs; and Sunny, a soul sister who has journeyed alongside me in the movement world for years. Together, we embarked on the second phase, inviting beloved educators to join us at TRIBE – School of Embodied Arts. At the heart of our school lies the wisdom of the five elements of Chinese Medicine, guiding our community to reconnect with their bodies, understand their life's cycles, and discover the flow that weaves through it all.
SACRED OWL RETREAT HOUSE
When the call to return from Brazil became undeniable, my journey as a healer and medicine woman had already transformed profoundly.
My time in Brazil was marked by deep trainings and powerful initiations, which enriched my practice and broadened my horizons. Recognizing the need to share these newfound insights and methods, we moved back to the USA, where I found the perfect sanctuary—a beautiful log cabin nestled in the cosmic embrace of Sparks, MD.
Here at Sacred Owl Retreat House, I took a deep dive into offering private sessions, eager to share the healing wisdom that had flourished within me.