Movement & Words: A Workshop for Body, Mind and Creative Voice

Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 1:00–4:00 PM

Elbow Park Community Centre, Calgary, AB

I am so excited to welcome Mikka Jacobsen as a guest speaker for this special workshop combining movement and writing. Mikka is the author of Good Victory (Freehand Books, 2025) and Modern Fables (Freehand Books, 2022), which won the Alberta Book Publishing Award for Non-Fiction. Her writing has appeared in PRISM, Joyland, The Fiddlehead, The Missouri Review, Lit Hub, and more. She lives in Calgary on Treaty 7 territory.

Movement & Words will be a thought-provoking and insightful afternoon that explores the connection between body and creativity. Through gentle yoga and guided writing, we’ll open up space for new ideas, expression, and discovery. Whether you write regularly, are curious, or have an itch to start, this workshop is for you.

What to Expect:

• Welcome and introductions
• A talk from Mikka on how movement and meditation can support the writing process
• A gentle, all-levels yoga class led by Sara
• A writing lesson from Mikka with time to write and explore
• Tea, snacks, and time to connect
• A chance to purchase signed copies of Mikka’s books

This workshop is open to everyone—no writing or yoga experience needed. Bring a notebook, a pen/pencil, or laptop, and a willingness to try something new.

Investment: $100 + gst

About Sara Villamil

Sara is a Calgary-based yoga and meditation teacher with over 22 years of teaching experience. Her thoughtful, grounded classes support connection, embodiment, and presence. She offers a wide range of styles for all ages and stages on Treaty 7 territory in Calgary, AB.

Mikka's latest book, Good Victory (Freehand Books, 2025)