Advanced Courses

Illumination is the primary healing form in Andean energy medicine.

Illumination is used to identify and heal physical, emotional, and

energetic traumas. Illumination shines light on imperfections and

negative imprints in the Luminous Energy Field, engages powerful,

natural methods of healing, enables the extraction of negative

energies, and brings us back into proper balance and robust health.

Have you noticed how issues tend to run in families? We blame genes

and family culture, but in a shamanic sense, family issues will follow us

across generations until resolved. Our ancestors can be our biggest

asset in life, bringing memory and wisdom from the past to the present,

but they can also be the cause of grief, pain, and consistent struggle as

their unresolved issues come forward into our lives. We learn and

practice techniques for healing the past so our ancestral energies can

appropriately work for our benefit, and we develop experience working

with our helpful ancestral spirits for the benefit of our present lives.

We introduce the world of plant medicine and plant spirits,

experiencing the life of plants, how to work with them,

and communicate with them. We shamanically work with plants, plant

essences, and plant spirit medicine. We learn about and honor ancient

traditions, medicinal and shamanic uses, and tree wisdom, as well as

share techniques for discovering new uses for medicinal plants and

plant spirits. We do not ingest plant medicine. We work with plants at

the level of spirit through shamanic journeying.

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Are you ready to answer the call and step into the role of a healer or

teacher? In this course, we guide participants through the essential

legal and practical aspects of starting and running an esoteric

business. What laws apply to you? What licenses or permits do you

need? What business structures is best for your practice? Should you

have insurance? How do you navigate relationships with federal, state,

and local authorities? We cover all the key topics you need to know to

launch and sustain a successful, legally competent business in the

healing and spiritual arts.

Physical, emotional, or energetic trauma can lead to soul loss. We

practice techniques for soul reintegration with an emphasis on

creating permanent, lasting, compassionate solutions. We cover

methods of identifying soul loss, finding soul parts, negotiating

successful reintegration, and essential after-care.

Shamanism is the oldest science, predating early Egyptian and Greek

science by nearly 40,000 years. In this course, we study and experience

the convergence of modern science and ancient wisdom. We learn

what the ancients thought about shamanism, then study the

increasing acceptance within modern science of shamanism and

energy healing. We learn about the key elements of science involved in

shamanic healing and how to use them to improve client outcomes.

This course features extensive experience using science with

traditional healing forms.

The Earth has ancient wisdom to share. This class will deepen the

student’s understanding of the sacred relationship between humans

and the land and places we inhabit, exploring the ancient and timeless

practice of stewardship through the lens of shamanism. This

immersive journey will empower individuals to cultivate a deeper

connection with the natural world and enhance their ability to act as

conscious stewards of the earth, honoring and protecting the

sacredness of all places.

This class will challenge you to deepen your connection to the land,

your own ancestral roots, and your role as a protector of the earth in

these times of ecological crisis.

You have studied extensively and learned a wide range healing forms.

But how do you integrate what you have studied and practiced to

create the most effective practice and be of highest service for others?

In this highly experiential course, we learn how to synthesize healing

forms into a cohesive treatment plan. Using real-world examples, we

gain practical experience in identifying and healing a variety of

common, modern afflictions. This course emphasizes prevention,

treatment, and proper after-care to support lasting wellness.

A transformative introduction to end-of-life skills, this weekend

prepares the shamanic practitioner to provide support and counseling

for those preparing for transition. In our modern Western culture, death

is something to be feared. We dispel this myth and approach end-of-

life issues with courage and openness. We explore issues of family,

other traditions, and societal norms. We delve into pyschopomp and

how to effectively transition the earthbound out of this realm. Lastly,

we look into our own views and roles around death and make certain

we are properly prepared for our own eventual transition.

Since the first shaman walked the surface of the Earth Mother,

shamans have helped people understand, recognize, and participate in spiritual life through ceremony and ritual. We explore and experience

ceremonies for Birth, Rites of Passage, Marriage, Handfasting, Civil

Unions, and Death. We engage in rituals to celebrate celestial events

and learn of the many variations of the despacho and how, and when,

to use them.

Esoteric Anatomy is an in-depth exploration of the subtle energy

systems that underpin physical existence, including chakras,

meridians/marma points, the luminous energy field, and subtle bodies.

Students will learn to identify and work with these energy centers to

promote healing, well-being and spiritual growth. Students will gain

insights into ancient healing traditions and modern energy medicine

and this course is ideal for deepening understanding of the

interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit.

Students desiring a Certificate of Completion in Advanced Study must

attend two Advanced Residencies. Residencies are two and a half days

in length and are offered twice per year in Colorado. Residencies

provide actual, hands-on experience with your fellow students and

instructors.