about
Carl and Chris have created Rising Sun to give men a place to rise into the best version of themselves, whilst simultaneously holding them in full acceptance of who they already are. The Rising Sun shines a light on all areas of their life so they can step into being a more embodied and conscious man with strength, purpose and love in their hearts. Carl and Chris offer a complementary and diverse range of skills and experience, whilst being down to earth, open, grounded and compassionate. For Chris and Carl, Integrity, discipline and courage go hand-in-hand with emotional growth, awareness and compassion. These friends offer a full spectrum of masculinity, and are passionate about guiding others to find the wholeness within themselves. Community and connection is at the heart of Rising Sun along with offering a grounded approach to healing, spirituality, mindfulness and movement. Rising Sun is a platform for men to speak their truth, be seen, be heard and with honour and compassion to ignite shifts and build greater awareness and understanding of who we are and what our role is in this world as men. This is about reclaiming our ancient ways of community and remembering the importance of healing together.
Carl Faure
Carl Faure has been a yoga, movement, breath and locomotion specialist for the last 15 years. He founded and ran Stretch in East London for 10 years - a much respected community yoga studio that broke the mold. In that time he trained hundreds of yoga teachers at foundation and advanced level, ran men’s workshops, groups and immersions and created an annual wellbeing and music festival, Exhale. In his earlier life, Carl enjoyed musical success as Warrior One and Black Grass - making records and travelling the world as a DJ.
Since traversing a deeply challenging period of time and much personal tragedy, Carl has emerged feeling ready to support other men through their own darkness. Understanding that each of us can be more powerful than our inner pain - and the light that rises out of that pain is truly astonishing if we have the courage to face it.
Chris Bookless
Chris Bookless also known as Conscious Cook is a celebrated chef, healer and coach with extensive experience facilitating Men’s Work - Working 1-2-1 with men and running his own retreats in the UK as The Talking Stick. Chris is also well regarded for his fabulous retreat cooking and cleanse programs. A gifted sound healer, Chris, like Carl, has a background in dance music - running his label, producing events, DJing globally and making records.
Embarking on a deep healing journey, Chris discovered that the medicine he was seeking involved going into his process through the company and support of other men. His healing mission, mostly centred around relationship to the feminine, addiction and the challenges of removing himself from a toxic lifestyle, have led him to perfectly placed to assist others on their path. Chris embodies and encourages gentle but firm accountability, equality through brotherhood and brings the magic and tradition of ceremony, sound and nourishment.