Special Events/Seminars/Classes

Special Events for Nature Immersion Experiences, Group Classes, and Seminars for Mixed Martial Arts are posted here as dates become available.

We hope to see you in
your neck of the woods!

SUNDAYs in 2025, beginning in April
2:00-4:00 PM
$40 per participant
Silat -Introductory/Intermediate/Advance Classes with Joshua.

New to Martial Arts? Long term student of Martial Arts? Looking to cross-train your current martial art practice? All physical abilities and knowledge levels are welcome to attend these classes. We will be presenting and reviewing introductory drills with proper body mechanics for the Bruneian Silat Introductory techniques and skills.

Hosting Venue: Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, MI 48381. We will meet at Baywoods picnic shelter parking area @ 1:50 PM. Park amenities include public restrooms. Please note: admission to the park is separate and on a need-basis. There are 3 entrances to the park, all offering $10 day-pass per vehicle or accepting Metro Park Yearly Passes for resident/non-residents. The areas we will be training on are grass, compacted ground, and sand for different portions of the class. Light protective/closed-toe footwear is recommended and encouraged.
**In the event of inclement/hazardous weather, we will take shelter as advised by park security. We will gladly issue credit in the event Mother Nature or Metro Park Staff require us to cancel due to weather-related issues. Safety First! We will reach out to you via phone/text for urgent changes, and follow up with email communications based on the contact information you provide during class registration. Generally our classes are ‘rain or shine’ - and we roll with what Michigan’s weather presents. Thank you for understanding! Please register early as class spots are limited to preserve quality instruction time, partner work, and appropriate group size. Registration links will be posted as we approach April.

To register, please contact Echo Shadow Essence for the required forms. Once registration is submitted, you will receive confirmation via email, including park map, and payment options. If you have any questions, please feel free to call/text 517-294-6088 or email us at nadia@echoshadowessence.com.



(Re)Connect with Nature in 2025

Nature Immersion Experiences/Forest Therapy Walks with Nadia, Certified Forest Therapy Guide.

FREE Wednesdays (virtual only); 1 hour:


Give yourself permission to dedicate time to self-care, relaxation, and respite mid-week with this Virtual Walk option. New to (re)connecting with Nature? Not sure what it’s all about? This is a great opportunity to try it on! You are invited to connect with Nature from your own indoor/outdoor location via Zoom. To ensure comfort and connection, space is limited to 10-12 participants. The Zoom link will be emailed to you on the day of the walk/immersion. When you register, the email address you provide will be sent the password guidance and any additional information pertinent to the walk/immersion. The themes of the virtual walk/immersions change seasonally whereas the public Saturday walk/immersions change by setting and by seasonal conditions.

Saturdays (in-person only) year-round
$40 per participant; 2 hours

Private and small group walks/Nature Immersion Experiences are available by appointment throughout the year. You are invited to connect with Nature with Nadia as your guide. To ensure comfort and connection, space is limited to 15-20 participants. Light protective/closed-toe footwear is recommended and encouraged. When you register, the email address you provide will be sent any additional information pertinent to the walk/immersion. The themes of the public Saturday walk/immersions change by setting whereas the virtual walk/immersions change seasonally.

To register, please email/text/call to complete the required forms. Once registration is complete, you will receive confirmation via email, including park map, and payment options. If you have any questions, please feel free to call/text
517-294-6088 or email us at nadia@echoshadowessence.com.