Shamanism is humanity's oldest spiritual practice, a tradition for healing and problem solving. It is a way of maintaining balance in the individual, and between the individual and the rest of creation. During this basic course, participants will be introduced to some of the main ideas and methods used for thousands of years by shamans around the world. Shamanism is not limited to Native Americans or other exotic cultures. Northern Europe also has an ancient shamanic tradition, and we all have - as human beings - the ability to work shamanically.

The main emphasis of the course is on the shaman's journey to the world of the spirits. Participants will learn to use the traditional methods of singing, dancing, and drumming to shift to shamanic consciousness, meet their spirit helpers, and explore the spirit world. In this other reality, one can gain power and knowledge for oneself and others, and touch the spirit side of Nature. Basic shamanic healing will also be taught. In the circle, we will share the experiences of the journeys, and learn how to understand them. We will look closely at the ethics of shamanic work, and see how shamanism can empower our everyday lives.

This course is open to all.

You can read more in the articles ALL LIFE IS CONNECTED and POWER IN YOUR HAND

March 16-18, 2012:         Copenhagen, Denmark. Taught by Annette in Danish.To book a place, contact Søren Windfeld, tel (+45) 59 31 69 94, or 28 14 92 29, best between 5 and 9pm. Email: s.windfeld@email.dk Non residential. Price: 1375 DKK, deposit 500 DKK.

May 18-20, 2012:          Totnes, Devon, UK. ** This course has been cancelled **

July 19-22, 2012:          Tokalynga, Halland, Sweden. Extended basic taught by Jonathan in English. Contact Zara, email: courses@asbacka.org or tel: +46 (0)431 441 220. Course runs from Thu 17.00 to Sun 18.00. Fully residential. Price: 3700 SEK, deposit 1500 SEK, includes food and accommodation.

Sep 14-16, 2012:         Copenhagen, Denmark. Taught by Annette in Danish. To book a place, contact Regitze Bay, tel: (+45) 27 14 07 25, e-mail: mail@regitzebay.com. Non residential. Price DKK 1375, deposit DKK 500.

Oct 26-28, 2012:          London, UK. Taught by Jonathan in English. Contact Zara, email: courses@asbacka.org or tel: +46 (0)431 441 220. Course runs from Fri 18.00 to Sun 18.00. Non residential. Price: £175, deposit £50.