Shamanism 101: Introduction to Shamanism

Do you feel drawn to the Shamanic path?

Shamanism is the oldest known spiritual discipline in the world. Its origins are found on every continent via rock paintings, ancient carved stones, painted shells, antique personal adornments which gave us a glimpse into the lives and practices of what we call shaman.

This is a 7-class series and each class must be taken in order.

Class 1: Shaman 101 - Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 - 10 AM to 3 PM
Shaman 101 is the start of our exploration into Shamanism. Students will receive Shaman Toolbox Book and will make a rattle. There will be a short journey to meet your inner shaman.

• History & Origins
• Shamanic Healing vs Other Healing Methods
• Shamanic Healing Offers
• Becoming a Shaman
• Understanding Your Call to Shamanism
• 3 Aspects of Being a Shaman

Class 2: Tools of the Shaman - Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 - 10 AM to 3 PM
What are power animals and animals guides? How do shamans and medicine people work with animals? Why is the drum important? What does it signify and how is it used? If you have a drum please bring it with you. There will be some drums to purchase or borrow.

• Power Animals
• Animal Guides
• Music and Drumming
• Altered State of Consciousness & Body Awareness

Class 3: Plant Shamanism - Sunday, April 27th, 2025 - 10 AM to 3 PM
Plant shamanism is a little-known facet of Shamanism. In this class, we will learn about plant Allies and how plants can aid the shaman. Discussion on psychoactive plants and if they are needed. Learn about the power of charged water. We will journey to meet your plant Ally and discuss how plants can help us.

• Hands-on Healing Herbalism as a Shaman
• Plant Allies
• Plant Communication
• Dreaming with Plants
• Florida Water

Class 4: Shamanic Journeys - Sunday, May 25th, 2025 - 10 AM to 3 PM
Shamans use journeys. There is no right or wrong way to journey. However, being able to travel to the unseen worlds can provide a safe place to look at our shadow self and to meet our guide. What does it mean to journey to the upper, lower and middle realms? How should they be approached?

• Steps for a Shamanic Journey
• Journey vs Vision Quest
• Journey of a Shaman Inside the Spirit World
• How to Focus for Meditation

Class 5: Dreams & Divination in Shamanism - Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 - 10 AM to 3 PM
How Shamans use dreams and storytelling as a special aspect of shamanism. Understanding dreams and telling stories helps clients learn and heal. What are shamanic methods of divination? What is a Medicine Wheel? We will practice water gazing. We will discuss a field trip to a Medicine Wheel.

• Storytelling in Shamanism
• Divination
• The Medicine Wheel

Class 6: Advanced Shamanism - Soul Retrieval - Sunday, July 27th, 2025 - 10 AM to 3 PM
Everyone has experienced some form of soul loss, divorce, loss of jobs, or other painful exchanges. In this class, we will review shamanic practices to reintegrate the soul. This is one of the most powerful aspects of shamanism.

• Causes of Soul Loss
• Signs of Soul Loss
• What is a Soul Leader?
• Benefits of Soul Retrieval
• Shamanic Healing

Class 7: Advanced Shamanism - Spirit Attachment - Sunday, August 24th, 2025 - 10 AM to 3 PM
This is an advanced shamanism class. Understanding how to work with spirits is something that a shaman should be comfortable with. Shamans often have to be able to work in darkness as well as in the light.

• Identifying a Possible Earth Bound Spirit
• Earth Bound Spirit Guide
• Entities & Shamanism
• Shamanism & Communication with the Spirits
• Object & Energy
• Meditation to Cross Earth Bound Spirits

COST: $80.00 each ($560.00 total)

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Corinne Echols, of Rainbow Healing Apothecary, is a Shamanic Healer. She has a formal education in Herbology, aromatherapy, crystal healing, color therapy, holistic pain management, professional relaxation and Iridology.

True healing occurs when one accepts full responsibility for her/himself and in doing so, claims the power to heal. She is the owner of Rainbow Healing Cottage: www.rainbowhealingcottage.com

PAYMENT REQUIRED

You MUST register and pay in advance to ensure you have a spot. Seats are limited. We sell out a handful of events each month. Your registration isn’t complete until you pay for your event. Marking yourself as Going or Attending does not guarantee a spot or reserve your seat. You may pay via our website or Eventbrite.

PARKING & BUILDING ACCESS

There is free parking at our location. Come into the building and look for the stairs or elevator to find us on the second floor of the office building.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts, 7500 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial, United States