Come Alive in Nanaimo

Come Alive is our most popular core program and the perfect place to begin or continue your journey in personal or professional growth and transformation.
People from all walks of life, backgrounds, experiences, lifestyles, and locations join us and most experience something profound.
We're trying something new this year...
You're invited to participate in our renowned Come Alive program in another unique and special place...the Bethlehem Centre in Nanaimo, BC!
Our Haven team is travelling to their serene setting by the shores of Westwood Lake at the foothills of Mt Benson this July. 
 
This is a great opportunity if:
+ travel to and from Nanaimo is more accessible for you

+ you're intrigued by a new and novel context for Come Alive!

+ Summer dates (July 13-18) best fit your needs
 
Join us in exploring this way of bringing Come Alive to different communities! 
The magic of Come Alive is in our unique history, renowned communication and relationship models, and our community dynamic. With support and guidance, you will learn and practice the Haven models of communication, relationship and self-responsibility, through a range of opportunities for personal learning.  Group activities, discussions and experiences take place in both large and small group settings.









Come Alive is for me if...

I want to deepen my self-awareness and move beyond self-imposed limits
I'm ready to develop greater self-compassion and self-acceptance
I want to experience the freedom of being my whole and authentic self - mind, body, and spirit
I'm open to learning and practicing a transformative model for communication
I want valuable insights to strengthen my health and well-being
I want to break through self-limiting patterns and live the life I want
I'm curious about myself and my place in relationships, community, and the world
I want to rediscover joy and meaning in life
I want more harmonious, loving and fulfilling relationships; I want to know what intimacy really is
I am looking to improve my professional skills; to be more authentic as a leader, bolster my 'soft' skills, and develop better relationships with my co-workers.
I want to shake things up and try something different... 

 
"For the first time, I felt comfortable in my own skin..."
 
Program highlights:

Opportunity to learn from, relate to, and deeply connect with others.
A unique East meets West approach developed by a psychiatrist (Ben Wong) and a medical doctor and acupuncturist (Jock McKeen).
Experiential learning through diverse methods: bodywork, breath, visualization meditation, movement, and cognitive skill development.
A powerful approach to developing self-compassion and deeper self-awareness.
40 years of continued success with thousands of participants from around the world.
Select expert program leaders, who are highly trained at The Haven and in their various professions.
Unparalleled support and a high ratio of team members to participants.
Opportunities to further heal and explore mind-body-spirit connection with onsite bodyworkers.
A full schedule, complete with daily breaks for introspection, connecting with others, rest, exploring nearby trails, and more.
Support to integrate your learning beyond The Haven through one-on-one coaching, online video meetings, and various local groups.
A $1000 discount off Living Alive after you have completed Come Alive


Investment:
Our Earlybird tuition price of $1490 is available up to one month prior to the program start.  Full tuition is $1590.  Full payment is due one month before the program start date regardless of tuition price.

Don’t let program fees hold you back, Haven's Scholarship Fund can help.  Scholarships are limited and applications must be received 6 weeks in advance.

You can find our cancellation policy here
Schedule:

First evening 7:00pm start 
Breakfast 8-9am
Morning sessions each day 9:15am to 12 noon 
Lunch 12 noon – 1pm
Small groups will run from 2:30pm-4:30pm each afternoon
Coffee break 4:30pm-4:50pm
Big group 4:50pm-6pm
Dinner break 6-7pm
Evening big group 7:15pm-8:30pm 

Your program finishes with breakfast on the last day.
What to bring:
Here is a list of things to consider to help make your stay as comfortable as possible:

Toiletries, such as soap, shampoo, conditioner or items that make you feel nurtured
Shoes that slip on easily for comfort in your lodging space
Water bottle & or a travel cup
Notebook, journal, and/or sketchbook
Alarm Clock
Flashlight
Comfortable layered clothing (it is a good idea to check the weather report)
Swimwear for Westwood Lake (including a beach towel)
Sunscreen or Insect Repellent
Fan to help keep your room cool and comfortable
Ear plugs (if you’re sharing a room or like a little extra quiet)
Rain wear (umbrella, jacket, rain boots)
Good walking/hiking shoes to do the Westwood Lake Trail

Transportation:
For more information about how to get to The Bethlehem Centre, Visit | Bethlehem Centre
Recommended Resources:
Here are book titles that can complement and enhance your learning in this program. You can purchase when you are at Haven, or order online. Click to learn more:

Being: A Manual for Life by Bennet Wong & Jock McKeen