Calvin x Kali
A queer pilgrimage to shed your religious trauma
and set your lineage free.
Journey to the cradle of puritanical protestantism and capitalist time-keeping to break the generational curses that are weighing heavy on your soul.
Together with a brave community of queers dedicated to their own and collective liberation, we will create powerful somatic and ritual containers to support you in shedding generational shame and stepping into your wildest, juiciest expression.
Why Geneva?
Geneva is the center of many of the institutions that govern our world, our minds and our bodies. Puritanical Christianity, global capitalism and the United Nations are all visibly and energetically represented in this city. This is not surprising, the three (religion, money and power) are deeply linked. They are three heads of the same patriarchal beast that has held sway over our hearts and bodies for far too long.
Who is Calvin?
The core of this pilgrimage is a Grief and Rage Ritual at the grave of John Calvin. John Calvin was one of the main founders of the Protestant reformation. His teachings have played a huge role in forming puritanical shame culture in the Western world.
This ritual will be raw, powerful and performed with respect for the dead. We will be divinely protected as we ritual in this sacred public space.
Below you can find an outline of the schedule for the three days.
What you can expect
This will be a brave pilgrimage for those unafraid to meet the darkness in their lineage.
DAY 1
Opening circle
Somatic Movement Journey
Vegan Lunch
Introduction to the Vedic Pantheon & Ritual
Grief circle at the Reformation Statue
DAY 2
Sharing circle
Somatic Shibari Playshop
Vegan Lunch
Ritual Preparation
Grief & Rage Ritual at John Calvin’s grave
DAY 3
Sharing circle
Open Space to Co-create
Vegan Lunch
Ecstatic Dance Journey with Cacao
Closing circle
What you need to know
This pilgrimage will be held by a team of experienced and devoted queer, somatic and spiritual facilitators.
We are there to support you in every way you need.
PRICING
Karma Kink Club works with tiered pricing. This helps us offer our work to people across socioeconomic class and income levels.
SUPPORTED TIER || €555
This tier is for you if you regularly worry about money issues and struggle with making ends meet. If you are feeling the call deep in your bones to join this pilgrimage but your finances are thin, this one is for you. People paying at higher tiers are supporting your presence.
SPICY TIER || €666,--
This tier is for you if you are feeling naughty 😈 and if you do not struggle or regularly worry about money issues. While the cost may be a little stretch, you are willing to make the investment to shift some ancient patterns in your life and that of your family and community.
SPACIOUS TIER || €777,--
This tier is for you if you are feeling juicy and generous. Paying at this level supports others who experience less financial ease.
If you are a Geneva or Switzerland resident, consider paying at this tier or above to support those travelling from lower-income countries.
Monthly payment plans are available. We also offer 2 scholarships at half the regular price (so that’s €333) for people who are really struggling with money at the moment. Please mention this in your application below.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is not included in the price. You are free to book your own cocoon for the night 🦉
What is somatic dance?
Somatic dance is a movement technique designed to help you express and release stagnant energy and trauma in your body. Through guided movements, breathing patterns and careful guidance you will be supported to turn your past pain into powerful artistic expression.
What is ritual?
Ritual has many forms. We understand and practice ritual as poetry through action. By combining objects, actions, bodies and symbols we create mystical experiences that support you in accessing your subconscious and clearing baggage that you no longer want to carry.
