A four day experiential training prepares participants to facilitate peacemaking circles in the community, schools and juvenile justice settings. Participants learn the fundamental elements of circles including ritual, story-telling, creating safe space, establishing shared values, building relationships and trust, and consensus decision-making. While shorter training may prepare participants to facilitate check-ins and celebration circles; we believe the depth of experience gained over the four days is necessary to prepare participants to keep circles involving serious conflict and deep emotional issues