erotic conjure medicine
herbalism, Black feminism, burlesque immersion
Part 1 ONLINE August 3 - October 19, 2026
Part 2 In Person IMMERSION October 26 - November 1, 2026
A 3 month ritual immersion in Black feminist wisdom, herbal medicine, and burlesque performance as healing.
Erotic Conjure Medicine is a deep, devotional immersion for those called to the stage, the altar, and the erotic as sacred healing practice. Over the course of 3 months (part 1 online, part 2 in person), you'll move through an intimate exploration of Black feminist theory, herbal aphrodisiac medicine, and burlesque performance ritual—all in service of reclaiming the body as a site of power, pleasure, and spiritual knowing.
What to Expect:
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Study aphrodisiac and heart opening herbs alongside their spiritual properties
Explore cacao ceremony and plant spirit connection
Create your own herbal potions for healing and sensual support
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Study the erotic as defined by Audre Lorde, unapologetic freedom fighting by Assata, and Black feminist lessons by Alexis Pauline Gumbs
Reclaim your erotic intelligence as resistance, legacy, and liberation
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Learn the foundations of burlesque ritual performance
Practice erotic movement rituals, somatic expression, and storytelling through strip
Craft and perform your own burlesque performance ritual—rooted in your healing, your story, and your power in Costa Rica
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You’re a survivor, seeker, or sensualist reclaiming your erotic self
You want to heal your spirit, heart, and womb with herbal medicine
You want to study and embody Black feminist erotic theory
You’re curious about burlesque as ritual in addition to performance
You’re ready to embrace your , pleasure and power—on purpose
You want to create from the body, for the body, as the body
No dance or performance experience required.* All bodies, all backgrounds welcome. You are receiving:
Six in depth herbal aphrodisiac medicine guides + samples of each herb
Three Black feminist study guides and theory + materials
Burlesque ritual performance training + final performance in Costa Rica
Weekly sessions including aphrodisiac medicine making, Black feminist education, and burlesque training
WhatsApp group support in between sessions
*this is for those who want to use performance art, burlesque, herbalism, Black feminism, and ritual as healing and liberation. This is a hybrid program, where we meet online and culminate with a burlesque retreat in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica.
Part 1 Online: Mondays, August 3 - October 19th; 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Part 2 In Person: October 26 - November 1st, San Jose, Costa Rica
Investment: $5,000; currently on sale for $4,500
Payment Plans Available; email nana@theeroticroot.com
Sample Immersion Itinerary
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Ease into the day with a nourishing yoga practice and a hearty breakfast!
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Immerse yourself in the Costa Rican jungle by the river, the sea, and the beautiful Costa Rican waterfalls.
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Organic Lunch Break!
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Master the art of tease and tantalization, learn glove peels, tassel twirling, costume reveals, and seduction practices.
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Our final meal of the day followed by a closing sister circle before you prepare for the next day!

