THE COSMOLOGY OF THE ANDEAN SHAMAN

Indigenous medicine people have mastered practical ways to effectively heal, transform, and envision human potential in harmony with the natural principles of heaven and earth. Their heart-centered approach allows them to maintain balance and wellbeing while empowering and improving people's lives.

Photo taken from above Machu Picchu of Huayna Picchu peak and mountains.

The Cosmology of the Andean Shaman coursework and Peru journey offers an opportunity for personal healing and empowerment. It revolves around the concept of the Andean "Pachas", which are Inca maps of consciousness.Through the classes and a Peru expedition, we will learn the authentic cosmology of Andean shamanism including age old techniques for personal healing and transformation in a safe and supportive environment.

The Soul's Journey:  From Healing to Fulfillment
Nov. 20-23, 2009   
20 contact hours/Eco certificate/CE hours
Approximately $715

Andean shamans understand the true nature of the soul as that timeless sense of self which lies outside our stories and our wounding. In this course we not only learn ancient Andean methods of healing trauma and soul loss, we also track the journey of the soul from its healed state to its true destiny, fulfillment, and from there acquire tools and  skills of the visionary.  


LEADERS

Carol Parker
Carol Parker, Ph.D., LPCC is the director of the Transformational Ecopsychology (TEco) Certificate Program. Her profound love of the earth and ceremony led her to train as a vision quest guide with the School of Lost Borders. In addition, she has studied extensively with indigenous healers from the Amazon and the Andes since 1997 and has led groups to sacred sites in the Southwestern United States, Peru and India. She works with individuals and groups as a ceremonial healer and facilitates spiritual pilgrimages.

Profile photo of Jose Luis Herrera. Jose Luis Herrera
Jose Luis' talents and skills are evidenced in the beauty and heart he brings to his shamanic teachings. A native of Cusco, Jose Luis was born into the medicine traditions of the Andes and Amazon. For the past twenty years, he has extensively traveled and studied the different medicine traditions of South America, having worked with Peru's most respected medicine people. Jose Luis is a trained naturalist and mountaineer and is educated in civil engineering and computer science. His deep connection with Holy Mountains or Apus has led him to climb many mountains in Peru and Bolivia, and he is a foremost expedition leader in Peru. Jose Luis' journey has allowed him to teach in America and Europe becoming a genuine bridge with the Western and the Andean cultures and paradigms.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION
You may register for each weekend individually by calling 1-877-471-5756 ext. 25, during the designated registration period for courses.

2010 Courses in the Cosmology of the Andean Shaman

March 12-15, 2010 Tracking and Divination

August 20-23, 2010 Energy Healing I

Sept 4 - 16, 2010 Initiatory Journey in Peru



Join us in a spiritual journey in the high Andes of Peru led by Q'ero Paqos (shamans) including Jose Luis Herrera. This journey follows the footsteps of the High Initiation of Mountain Shamans from the Sacred Valley to the Holy Mountain known as Apu Ausangate. This high altitude expedition will explore the Rites of Passage and traditions of the Paqo or shaman. We will partake in traditional ceremonies of release, purification and initiation. Teachings will occur at Machu Picchu and other sacred sites. During this journey you will be at high altitudes, however, you may choose between a lower elevation journey and a higher elevation trek. The latter trek necessitates extensive physical preparation to be able to withstand the rigors of high altitude hiking.

Nov. 19-22, 2010 Energy Healing II

 


 


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