We are pleased to present pre and post workshops around the 5th Amazonian Shamanic conference (http://www.soga-del-alma.org/conferencesite.html) - the Bená Caia Ainbobo (A New Feminine Spirit) healing retreats.
Our retreat workshops offer you the chance to join us on a unique voyage into the world of the plant spirits, guided by at least four onanya ainbobo – the shaman-women of the Shipibo people, many of whom have only previously worked within their communities.
All our Onanya are experienced, gentle, caring, and deeply dedicated to healing. We are very privileged to be working with them. We offer a high ratio of healers to participants and a unique chance to develop a close personal bond between you and one of these incredible healers. The workshops will offer an exciting opportunity to learn about the Shipibo people’s ancient knowledge of both the master plants of the jungle, and the deeper dimensions of the ayahuasca experience.
We are located around two hours by boat and track from the jungle city of Iquitos in a beautiful jungle setting surrounded by the Amazon rainforest far away from the noise and bustle of the city and even the boats on the river.
Retreats at the Temple are open to both male and female participants, and there is an emphasis is on holding genuinely compassionate ceremonies. We offer a pioneering but ancient path to Mother Ayahuasca by working with the Divine Feminine, and the healers we work with embody the wisdom and sincerity of their people.
The main aspects to our work:
1) A unique focus on work with onanya ainbobo – indigenous women healers working within the rich and complex medical/magical tradition of the Shipibo people.
2) We operate on a not-for-profit basis and are committed to making the healing magic of Ayahuasca and the wisdom of the Shipibo people as accessible to as many people as possible.
3) Holding safe, harmonious and compassionate ceremonies with Ayahuasca, which are in accordance with the traditional use of the plant by the Shipibo people.
Workshop Program
Our workshops are developed in close co-operation with the Shipibo healers themselves, as far as possible in accordance with their traditional use of the plant, and will include a number of presentations (in English, or with English translation) on various aspects of their culture, including the five “worlds” (nete), their fascinating mythology, and much more.
Some of the highlights of the programme include:
• 5 ayahuasca ceremonies over the 7 day pre and post conference workshops and 7 ceremonies over the 12 day post conference workshop
• Daily Jain Póiti (Banos de florecimento) - cleansing and strengthening floral baths
• All food prepared under the strict supervision of the healers, using only the finest locally-produced ingredients. - a very pure yet deliciously simple diet suitable for working with medicinal plants / ayahuasca .
• Learn to make your own natural ininti (agua florida) with plants gathered from the jungle.
• Explore the jungle and see medicinal plants in their natural environment, with an expert Shipibo guide.
• Numerous quimosti (traditional massage therapists) will be available to ease any physical tensions.
• Individual consultations with the curanderas to discuss your experiences and healing process.
• The chance to meet with the rest of the group and discuss your experiences each day, for those who wish to do so.
Costs
The costs are all inclusive and include transport by boat from Iquitos;.
3rd to 9th July - 7 day post conference retreat: $600
19th to 25th July - 7 day post conference retreat: $600
19th to 30th July - 12 day post conference retreat (running as extension to 7 day post conference retreat): $900
To place a deposit on the pre or post conference retreats, please follow this link: http://www.templeofthewayoflight.org/workshop-costs.html
If you have any questions, please contact us at: info@templeofthewayoflight.org
