Here are some testimonials from past participants at retreats and workshops (in chronological order):

“Going on your retreats and seeing your workshops has been a phenomenal experience, completely life-changing and has caused a shift in my perception that is incredibly profound.

Darren is an incredibly talented, skilful teacher who seems to intuitively understand how to communicate ideas clearly, simply and in an interesting way. The attitude and understanding with which he approached the workshops was a lesson in itself and a truly inspiring demonstration of the power of his work.

The honest and open way the retreat was run meant the group formed a strong bond – there seemed to be no teacher/student relationship – instead it felt like we were all on a journey, all learning and growing together. It was truly wonderful and unlike anything else i have ever experienced..

Thank you so much for this truly wonderful experience. I do not feel as though you taught me, rather that you cleared away the cobwebs and allowed me to see the what was already there and always has been. I feel renewed and alive and ready to face life as the mysterious and wonderful adventure it really is.

I can only say that Darren’s work is unlike anything i have ever experienced before and i would recommend anyone and everyone to take part – your ideas about the world will change it forever.”
Adam, London – The Lost Word retreat 2008

As some of us search for meaning and validity from perhaps more exotic forms of meditation and guidance in ways of living our lives, the Lost Word is a call to home, a revelation that we already know everything we need to, and a celebration that everyone the world over is unified in this one respect. ”
Steve, Manchester – The Lost Word retreat 2008

“I just wanted to thank you for a wonderful, inspiring, life changing week in beautiful Wales. It was truly awesome, I loved every minute of it. Your words, yoga, chanting and breathing techniques helped me on so many levels. I’ve returned home a stronger and more grounded person. Thanks for the giggles too, your inner child came out to play on spirit day and it was a hilarious just to be around you”
Jo, London – Return to the Source retreat 2008

“You have a way of opening peoples eyes to reality without blinding them and I truly hope that one day I will know half of what you know and that I will help man kinds evolution in the way that you are.” “I feel you’ll play a big role in my spirtual education and I am very grateful for how lovely you are with it.”
Emma, Swansea

“Darren’s workshops are like crossroads, I think, bringing you the opportunity to explore a whole new path of being and knowing, and I strongly encourage all who can to take advantage of this magical possibility.

I have never perceived so clearly the extent to which our lives can be our own creations as I have since taking part in Darren’s workshops. What I have come away from these wonderful experiences with is a deep sense that my reality is whatever I truly believe it to be, and that to find the truth, I need to slowly dismantle the cultural belief structure that inhibits the existence of what it can’t explain.”
Amy, Preston

“Mind-Expanding, Consciousness raising stuff…. It was inspiring, made me begin to become aware of words and their meanings more and has opened up a whole new world of possibilities in understanding our language! I never thought something like this could be so important…. The delivery was relaxed, the presentation was clear and friendly and it really did leave a fantastic impression on me. Thank you ever so much”
Jay, Nelson

“…invaluable for spiritual growth and personal development. Darren has so much knowledge to share in a down-to-earth and easy to learn way”
Julie, Manchester

“I would like to thank you immensely for your help and wisdom which I really needed at that point of my journey…I can’t stress enough how much your work is needed at this point in time…”
Diarmaid, Oxford

“Wonderful and essentially simple……..I highly recommend Darrens courses or workshops, (I learnt) to see things in a whole new way and its liberating effects are quite profound.  You will not come across another teacher who is more genuine, engaging and inspiring!”
Kat, London

“It was a real treat stumbling across your workshop…. really helped to cement all those concepts and ideas I’d come across previously (particularly Neale Donald Walsh) in a very coherent, magical way. Also introduced me to new ideas about words and their meanings in ways I’d never considered before. So thank you. You have such a wonderful way with words….I could listen to you all day!!!”
Gill, Rossendale

“I am so glad I attended the workshop. It seems as though it was perfect for me at this time to help me progress!”
Donna, Manchester

“…I ‘d like to thank you and Zlatuse for your time and effort in providing such great and stimulating talks at Shamania!

I managed to attend 4 workshops/talks and yours was the best by far because of the interaction involved. Also, the lack of a rigid dogma or religion in your talks encouraged EVERYONE to contribute in some way. You have a knack for bringing out the spirit in other people – and me and the long blonde haired lady with the little nose stud (sorry, I didn’t ask her name!) were particularly blown away.”
Wayne, Knott End

“I really enjoyed the workshop and will so love to attend more. Fantastic information. It is great to hear a person speak so passionately their knowledge.”
anonymous, Kendal

“I enjoyed the workshop and the techniques we learned. I got the sense that we use just learned a very small part of what Darren has to offer and look forward to doing more.”
anonymous, Kendal

“It was full of inspiration for me”
David, Norwich

“Thank you for sharing your wisdom…where do you get it all from!”
Suzie, Formby