Practice Groups
Practice groups provide opportunities for learning, growth, and connection to the principles of Nonviolent Communication, within a supportive community. The consistent structure can help you apply and integrate NVC awareness in your daily life.

Local practice groups are self forming, and lead by students of NVC, with different levels of experience. Group format and structure can vary widely depending on the needs and learning levels of group participants. We encourage you to find the group that meets your specific learning needs or help to create one yourself.

Open Groups
The following practice groups in your area are periodically open to new members. To learn more about a group or to join, please contact the listed group facilitator.

Sunday Peace Center Practice Group
Facilitator: Rotating facilitators
Description: Ongoing practice group since February 2007, open to new participants
Prerequisites: Request attendance at Introductory Workshop, viewing of DVD Basics of NVC or reading of Nonviolent Communication by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg
Meeting Day/Time: Sundays, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM
Location: Peace Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave, Bend, OR 97701
Group Duration: Begins February 18, 2007, Ending undetermined
Required Books/Materials: Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg
(available at practice group)
Group Maximum: 12 Members
Contact   541 325-3174
 

Wednesday Lunch Bunch
Facilitator: Mare Shey
Description: Ongoing study group since February, 2007
Prerequisites: Request attendance at Introductory Workshop, viewing of DVD on Basics of NVC or reading of Nonviolent Communication by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg
Meeting Day/Time: Wednesdays, 12:00 AM–1:30 PM
Location: Peace Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave, Bend, OR 97701
Group Duration: Begins February 21, 2007, Ending undetermined
Required Books/Materials: Nonviolent Communication by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg
(available at practice group)
Group Maximum: 12 Members
Contact   541 325-3174
 

Marshall Arts
Facilitator: Rotating facilitators.
Description: Long-term practice group (since 2003) open to new members. Meets every month on the last Thursday.
Prerequisites: Intermediate to advanced knowledge of NVC.
Meeting Day/Time: Thursdays, 6:30 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Call for location, Bend, OR 97759
Group Duration: Begins January 1, 2007, Ending undetermined
Required Books/Materials: Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life, by Marshall Rosenberg
Group Maximum: 10 Members
Contact   541 325-3174
 

Compassionate Community
Facilitator: Rotating facilitators.
Description: Ongoing group since Fall of 2004 includes a variety of role play, study, and discussion.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with the concepts of NVC and commitment to learning Nonviolent Communication.
Meeting Day/Time: Sundays, 5:00 PM–6:30 PM
Location: Peace Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave, Bend, OR 97701
Group Duration: Begins January 1, 2007, Ending undetermined
Required Books/Materials: Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life, by Marshall Rosenberg
Group Maximum: 15 Members
Contact   541 325-3174
 

Redmond Practice Group
Facilitator: Rotating facilitators
Description: Role plays, study, practice and discussion. Meets every other week. Opens to new members periodically.
Prerequisites: Desire to learn and practice NVC.
Meeting Day/Time: Fridays, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
Location: Call for location, Redmond, OR 97756
Group Duration: Begins January 1, 2007, Ending undetermined
Required Books/Materials: Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg
Group Maximum: 12 Members
Contact   541 325-3174
 

Peaceful Heart
Facilitator: Rotating Facilitators
Description: Ongoing practice group since Fall 2006. Call to see if accepting new members.
Prerequisites: Commitment to learning and practicing Compassionate Communication
Meeting Day/Time: Wednesdays, 9:45 AM–11:00 AM
Location: Peace Center, 157 NW Franklin Ave, Bend, OR 97701
Group Duration: Begins January 1, 2007, Ending undetermined
Required Books/Materials: Nonviolent Communication by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg
Group Maximum: 12 Members
Contact   541 325-3174
 

Higher Ground
Facilitator: Carol Delmonico
Description: Ongoing practice group since February 2007. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday evenings.
Prerequisites: Residency at Higher Ground in Bend with desire to learn and practice Compassionate Communication
Meeting Day/Time: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Private, Bend, OR 97701
Group Duration: Begins January 1, 2007, Ending undetermined
Required Books/Materials: Nonviolent Communication by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg
Group Maximum: 12 Members
Contact   541 325-3174
 

Start a Practice Group
For info on starting your own practice group,
see Start a Practice Group covering the following topics:

• Practice Group Considerations
• Sample Group Structures
• Host or Facilitate a Group
• Find Support