Taste of Love Tantra

For more than two decades I have been exploring one central question

How do we become fully alive?

Not simply happier or more successful, but deeply connected to ourselves, to others, and to life itself.

My work brings together ancient wisdom traditions and contemporary therapeutic approaches to support genuine transformation—not through adopting new beliefs, but through direct experience.

Marion Ellyard (Miriam) Embodied Living • Alchemy of Relating • Tantric Wisdom

At the heart of everything I offer is a simple understanding

When the body feels safe, the heart naturally opens. When awareness deepens, relationships transform. When we reconnect with our authentic nature, life begins to flow with greater clarity, intimacy and purpose.

This philosophy is expressed through one-to-one sessions, workshops, retreats and the Taste of Love Tantra Festivals.

What is Tantra?

The word Tantra comes from the ancient Sanskrit roots tan ("to weave" or "expand") and tra ("that which liberates").

Originally, Tantra did not describe a set of techniques. It described a way of experiencing life—a state of consciousness in which we recognise the interconnectedness of all things.

Over centuries, practitioners developed methods to cultivate this experience through meditation, embodiment, conscious relationship, ritual, energy work and self-inquiry.

At Taste of Love Tantra, these timeless teachings are integrated with modern trauma-informed understanding, creating experiences that are both deeply transformative and accessible to contemporary life.

Our work honours the contemplative traditions of Classical Tantra, Vajrayana Buddhism, and elements of Shamanic practice, while integrating insights from Somatic Therapies, Gestalt Therapy, Family Constellation Work, attachment theory, nervous system regulation, and contemporary psychology.

The intention is never to imitate ancient traditions, but to allow their wisdom to come alive in a practical and embodied way.

Embodied Living

Transformation begins in the body.

Through breath, movement, meditation, mindfulness, nervous system awareness and somatic practices, we learn to reconnect with ourselves beyond the stories of the mind.

Instead of trying to fix ourselves, we cultivate the capacity to feel more fully, become more present, and meet life with openness and resilience.

Embodied Living is the foundation upon which everything else grows.

Alchemy of Relating

Relationships have the extraordinary ability to reveal both our deepest wounds and our greatest potential.

Through conscious communication, authentic expression, healthy boundaries, polarity, consent practices and heart-centred connection, relationships become a path of awakening.

Whether working individually, with couples or in groups, we explore how greater awareness can transform the way we meet ourselves and one another.

Every interaction becomes an opportunity for healing, intimacy and growth.

Tantric Wisdom

Tantra invites us to embrace the fullness of life.

Rather than rejecting the body or seeking enlightenment somewhere beyond ordinary experience, Tantra teaches us to meet every aspect of being human with awareness, compassion and presence.

Stillness and movement.
Masculine and feminine.
Light and shadow.
Spirit and matter.
Pleasure and pain.
Everything belongs.

As awareness deepens, these apparent opposites become integrated into a richer experience of wholeness.

Taste of Love Tantra Festivals

Founded in 2014, the Taste of Love Tantra Festivals have grown into Australia's longest-running Tantra Festival and one of the country's largest gatherings dedicated to embodiment, conscious relating and tantric wisdom.

Each festival offers its own unique flavour—from immersive bush gatherings surrounded by nature, to vibrant urban festivals and retreat-style experiences—while sharing the same heart and philosophy.

Across workshops, performances, healing spaces, community rituals and embodied practices, participants are invited to explore movement, meditation, dance, creativity, conscious relationships, healing, personal growth and tantric wisdom.

Whether you are completely new or have many years of experience, you are warmly welcome to participate at your own pace and choose your own adventure.

Our intention is to create safe, inspiring spaces where people can reconnect with themselves, discover authentic community and experience what becomes possible when we meet life with openness, curiosity and courage.

One-to-One Sessions & Workshops

While festivals create powerful collective experiences, profound transformation often happens through individual attention.

My private sessions provide a personalised space to explore the unique challenges and opportunities in your life.

Together we work with the body, nervous system, emotions, relationships, unconscious patterns, trauma, personal development and deeper questions of purpose and meaning.

Workshops allow these same principles to be explored within the richness of community, where learning becomes experiential and connection itself becomes part of the healing process.

Every offering is grounded in compassion, curiosity and respect for your unique journey.

An Invitation

Ultimately, everything I offer is an invitation to live more fully.

To inhabit your body.
To open your heart.
To cultivate meaningful relationships.
To embrace the wisdom of your humanity.

And to discover that transformation is not about becoming someone else—
it is about remembering who you already are.

International Facilitation

Marion is available for international workshops, conferences, and retreat facilitation.

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For bookings, enquiries, or to book a complimentary 15-minute discovery call, please reach out.

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1. Personal Responsibility

You are responsible for your own physical, emotional, mental and psychological wellbeing throughout the event.

Please honour your own boundaries, communicate clearly, and seek support whenever needed.

2. Consent

Everything offered during our events is an invitation, never an obligation.

You are always welcome to:

Say yes.
Say no.
Change your mind.
Stop an exercise at any time.
Observe instead of participating.

Consent must always be informed, enthusiastic, ongoing and freely given.

3. Respect for Others

Please treat every participant with kindness, dignity and respect.

Honour other people's boundaries, relationship agreements, identities and experiences.

Any connections made before, during or after the event are entirely your own responsibility.

4. Integrity

We ask all participants, presenters, volunteers and staff to uphold the values of honesty, respect, compassion and accountability.

We aim to create a community where everyone feels safe to explore without pressure or expectation.

5. Support

Deep personal work can sometimes bring unexpected emotions or challenges.

Experienced facilitators, volunteers and support people are available throughout the event.

Please ask for support whenever you need it.

6. Alcohol & Drugs

All Taste of Love Tantra events are drug and alcohol free.

Anyone arriving intoxicated or using alcohol or recreational drugs during the event may be refused entry or asked to leave without refund.

7. Photography

Private photography, filming or recording during workshops is not permitted.

Official photographers and videographers may capture promotional material throughout the event.

If you prefer not to appear in photographs or videos, simply request a "No Photos" wristband at registration.

8. Inclusivity

People of all genders, identities, sexual orientations and relationship styles are welcome.

Some workshops may include discussion of anatomy or gender-specific practices. Participation is always optional.

Consent & Safety

Our events include workshops exploring embodiment, meditation, conscious communication, relationships, intimacy, movement, dance, breathwork, personal development, psychology and trauma-informed practices.

Some workshops may include consensual touch or partner exercises. Others are entirely non-touch based.

Everything offered is educational.

Nothing is ever compulsory.

To support a safe environment:

Please communicate clearly and honestly.
Respect both verbal and non-verbal communication.
If you become uncomfortable, pause or stop the exercise immediately.
If uncertain, ask a facilitator for support.

We believe healing occurs through awareness, choice and personal responsibility—not through pressure.

Participant Agreement & Liability Waiver

By purchasing a ticket, attending, or participating in any Taste of Love Tantra event, workshop, retreat or festival, you acknowledge and agree that:

You participate voluntarily and entirely at your own risk.
You accept full responsibility for your own physical, emotional, mental and psychological wellbeing before, during and after the event.
You are responsible for deciding whether any activity, workshop or exercise is appropriate for you and may choose not to participate at any time.
You understand that some workshops may involve movement, meditation, breathwork, emotional processing, partner exercises or consensual touch and that these experiences may evoke strong physical or emotional responses.
You agree to immediately inform a facilitator if you feel unsafe, unwell or unable to continue.
You understand that Taste of Love Tantra provides educational, personal development and wellbeing experiences and does not provide medical, psychological or psychiatric treatment.
If you have a medical or psychological condition that may affect your participation, you are responsible for seeking appropriate professional advice before attending.
To the fullest extent permitted by Australian law, you release and hold harmless Taste of Love Tantra, Marion Ellyard, its organisers, presenters, facilitators, volunteers, contractors, venue owners and associated personnel from any claims, liability, loss, injury, damage or expense arising from your participation in any event or activity, except where liability cannot legally be excluded.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Tickets, deposits and workshop fees are generally non-refundable.

If you experience a genuine medical emergency or other unforeseen circumstance (supporting documentation may be required), we are happy to provide a credit valid for 12 months.

Tickets may also be transferred or gifted to another person by notifying us of the new attendee's name, email address and phone number.

If Taste of Love Tantra cancels or reschedules an event, you may choose either:

A full refund of the ticket purchase price, or
A credit towards the rescheduled event.

If an event cannot proceed due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control (including natural disasters or government restrictions), tickets will be transferred as credit to a future event wherever possible.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding that community events require significant planning and financial commitment. This policy allows us to continue creating high-quality events for our community.

Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy.

Information collected during registration may be used to:

Process your booking.
Communicate important event information.
Send occasional updates about future events.

Your personal information will remain confidential and will never be sold to third parties.

You may unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time.

Photography & Media Release

Official photographers and videographers may capture images and video during the event for promotional purposes.

These images may appear on our website, social media platforms, newsletters, printed material and future event promotions.

Participants will not normally be identified by name unless separate permission has been granted.

If you do not wish to appear in photographs or videos, please request a "No Photos" wristband during registration.

Agreement

By purchasing a ticket to a Taste of Love Tantra event or booking and attending a session you confirm that you have read and agree to abide by this Code of Ethics, Consent Policy, Waiver and Refund Policy.

Together we create a community founded on respect, integrity, consent, authenticity and care.

We look forward to sharing this journey with you.

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