Shamanic Training Workshops

“Shamans are often called ‘seers’ or ‘people who know’ in their tribal languages, because they are involved in a system of knowledge based on firsthand experience. Shamanism is not a belief system. It’s based on personal experiments conducted to heal and to get information. In fact, if shamans don’t get results, they will no longer be used by the people in their tribe. People ask me ‘How do you know if somebody is a shaman?’ I say, ‘It’s simple. Do they journey to other worlds? And do they perform miracles?’ “ – Michael Harner,  “The Way of the Shaman”

INTRODUCTION

The Shamanic Journey is one of the most commonly used techniques for healing. Shamans divide reality into different dimensions or parallel realities: Upper, Middle and Lower worlds. To embark on a Shamanic Trance Journey is to travel to these Worlds using relaxation techniques and riding on the sound of the drumbeat.

By using the technique of Shamanic Journeying and entering Shamanic States of Consciousness we gain access to a vast web of worlds where we can seek help guidance and wisdom, and which connects us more profoundly with the Infinite. Journeying and other shamanic techniques all aim to examine and re-establish an efficient use of One’ws Power/Medicine. Loss of personal Power results in dis-ease. “Power’, to the Shaman, has nothing to do with power-over others, but rather about taking personal responsibility for One’s own life and happiness.

The Shamanic Steps Series

SHAMANIC HEALING TRAINING

WEEK ONE – LIFE’S SPIRALS

In this 5-day intensive workshop we will learn core shamanic techniques of empowerment, ecstasy, self-discovery and healing, with which to heal yourself and others and open you to connect deeply with the Spirit of Mother Earth. Looking towards our centre from the perspective of the spiritual warrior, we first learn to heal the shadow parts of ourselves in order to use our Whole selves to heal others.

We will learn to journey to other planes of existence in order to seek help and healing. We will learn about the basic core tools on the path and we will open ourselves to Mother Earth and the secrets of Nature, extending our senses into clairvoyance and see-ing. We will use healing techniques like regression and kinesiology/acupressure to heal both ourselves and others, remembering to blend seriousness of intent with fun and laughter.

The programme will include:

  • Energy awareness
  • Kinesiology
  • Regression
  • Fetching a Power Animal
  • Connecting with Mother Earth
  • Healing Techniques
  • Acupressure
  • Clairvoyance Techniques
  • Shamanic Journeys
  • Fun

SHAMANIC HEALING TRAINING

WEEK TWO – DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE

During this week we will Journey to the Source for healing, to the Underworld to gain plant Sprit Allies, we will connect with our Higher Self and finish the week with a visit to the Upperworld for a journey of Manifestation.

We will engage in a Power Animal Trance Dance, cut Magik wands, find our own Personal Power Song and discuss various aspects of See-ing. We will practice healing techniques such as Regression and Soul Retrieval and healing group and relationship elementals.

The programme will include:

  • Journeying to The Source
  • Deepening Regression techniques
  • Magikal Name Journey
  • Skrying techniques
  • Soul Retreival
  • Dancing Your Power Animal
  • Shamanic Journeys
  • Fun

SHAMANIC HEALING TRAINING

WEEK THREE – ENTER THE DRAGON

We will connect with dragons, work with the runes and learn some spells and sutras in Dragon language. We will connect with The Faery kingdom, a source of love and natural magik that will help us reach beyond the limitations of the rational mind. We will learn the magical use of herbs, charms and dancing things into manifestation.

We will learn to work with the dark forces of the unconscious mind, including the dark elves and their runes. Accepting our darkness allows us to break through many limitations and access deeper reserves of power. The subconscious mind does not pay too much attention to anything it cannot verify with the senses. Ritual provides the sensory stimulation needed to make our programming work, as well as a symbolic doorway into the unconscious. Within the framework of ritual, any systems you chose to work with can be brought together.