Guest Teachers: Lara and Michael Blackin

Lara Blackin, Tantric Educator
Proprietor Temple in the Trees, Northern Virginia & Temple by the Water, New Orleans

Lara is a Tantric Educator, Sacred Intimacy Practitioner and Visual Artist specializing in therapeutic, sensual & energetic touch bringing aliveness to the art of living + loving. A creative leader & guide who brings multidimensional vision to her offerings, she facilitates the ignition of personal transformation in others & community.
Lara is a leader in the field of sacred embodiment with over 28 years of professional experience as a 1000 e-ryt Kundalini Yoga Educator & Sacred Sexual Somatic Arts Practitioner.
A visual artist, Lara has a BA in Theatre Arts and creates artistry with ritual, theatric event design, and is know for creating alchemic spaces for authentic self expression. Weaving art, tantra and mindfulness practices, teaching individuals and partners the art of intimacy is Lara’s greatest mission in life.

As co-proprietor of Temple in the Trees, a sacred space for community tucked away in the forests of Northern Virginia and Temple by the Water, in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans, Lara facilitates tantric learning experiences where all beings can express themselves in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
Learn more about Lara at https://ourtempleinthetrees.com

Michael Blackin, Tantric Educator, Proprietor Temple in the Trees. Michael is a Tantric educator who is passionate about supporting people on their journey to greater presence, intimacy and pleasure. He is dedicated to helping others reach their highest good, creating community, pursuing bliss and enriching all comers. As co-proprietor of Temple in the Trees, a sacred space for community tucked away in the forests of Northern Virginia, Michael facilitates tantric learning, hosts monthly men’s circle gatherings, movement classes, meditation, events and play to enable people to connect with others and express themselves in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. Learn more about Michael and Temple in the Trees at www.ourtempleinthetrees.com