Masters Of Magick Training 2011

Have you always wanted to know more about the magickal realms, but not known where to start?

Have you been curious about energy and spirituality and where personal growth turns into enlightenment?

Then this is the best program to help you get started! In this year-long exploration into a variety of areas of energetic, magickal and spiritual practices, you'll get a great understanding of and evolution into what is available.

Learn from The Masters
I've invited the best of the best in the local area to teach you about their specialties, so you'll get a wide variety of information from many different people - all of whom are experts in their field of energy work. I've been studying for over 30 years and these are the people I respect. You'll learn a TON from them. In fact, I'm so excited about this program, that I've offered your presenters the option to be able to audit some of the other classes and many of them will be doing so. So you'll have the opportunity to learn on a variety of levels as well. We're so excited about this program, I know you will be too!

Current Class

07/22/11 - Working with the Faeries - Gisela Oeding

How beautiful is the black, lascivious purity in the hearts of children, wild animals and faeries

Faeries
The Wee Ones
The Fair Folk
The Gentry
The Fae

To most, these words conjure images of tiny, pretty creatures with wings and lots of glitter flitting about granting wishes & causing mischief in castles or forests. Or they bring to mind visions of long-haired, long-limbed, regal (and pretty) creatures in flowing clothes with bows & arrows. And either way, they have lots of attitude.

In truth, these powerful, ancient beings are like nothing ever put on celluloid. They exist in a natural state of the soul unfettered by societal conditioning . I’ve heard it called “not civilized, but kinder”. They are contradiction … except when they are not … and they certainly don’t play by our rules.

Our time together will be sharing, learning, exploring the light and dark of the fae realm – the phookas, pixies, red caps, will o’wisps and, yes, even the sidhe, only to name a few. Before my class, you have homework – Spend some time with Brian Froud. My recommendation is his original book “Faeries”. It is by far his best. Sit with this book … and it’s inhabitants … to see what you can glean from behind the veil on your own. Come ready to engage in a lively discussion of the denizens of the realm.

Bring an open, inquisitive mind tuned to the places of children and wild animals, lots of questions, and an offering for the Fae. If you want something from them, you have to pay for it … and that doesn’t always ensure that you will get what you asked for.

Or maybe you will.

About Your Presenter:

A natural Witch, Gisela has been walking the twilight spaces between the veils her whole life. As a child, she was encouraged to do so by loving parents who not only told her to talk to the trees, but to listen as well because they talk back and to leave out shiney things to thank the friendly folk who protected her while she slept.

As an adult, her path lead her to train in Francesca DeGrandis’ 3rd Road Tradition, where she became an initiate. Later, she trained in the Black Heart branch of Victor Anderson’s Feri Tradition. Currently, she is also studying Southern Conjure with Orion Foxwood. She is also a ritual facilitator with 15 years of experience, having been the original coordinator of Western MA Pagan Pride Day, among other things, and a Master of the Usui System of Reiki.

Full Curriculum
I'm still filling the calendar for the coming year (meaning more yummy goodness is still coming!), but most of the spaces are filled. Here is a listing of the classes we'll be covering so far:

01/28/11 - Being In Your Power - Kelle Sparta
02/11/11 - The Art of the Waking Dream and Other Symbology - Kelle Sparta
02/25/11 - Ghosts, Demons and Trolls - Oh My! - David Franklin Farkas
03/11/11 - Casting Circle & Setting Solid Space - Susan Angelo and Rhea Ward
03/25/11 - The Q'ero Tradition of Shamanism - Comma Williams
04/08/11 - Stories & Myths - Gateways to Growth & Spiritual Awakenings - Robyn Mellish
04/22/11 - The Celestial Dance - Utilizing Solar and Lunar Energies in Our Magick - Carolyn Kepes
05/06/11 - Be Careful What You Ask For - The Proper Wording of Spells and Intentions - Kelle Sparta
05/13/11 - The Celestial Dance - Utilizing Solar and Lunar Energies in Our Magick - Carolyn Kepes
05/27/11 - Stretching the Barriers of Reality - What You Believe Matters - Mama Tonia Pinheiro
06/10/11 - Ritual Design - The Elements of Good Ritual - Kelle Sparta and Carolyn Kepes
06/24/11 - Summer Solstice Ritual - Group
07/08/11 - Dagara Cloth Divination - Ukumbwa Sauti and Rebecca deGraw
07/22/11 - Working with the Faeries - Gisela Oeding
09/09/11 - Energy Healing Panel
09/23/11 - The Power of Voice - Healing, Words of Power, Holding Space with Voice - Kelle Sparta
10/07/11 - Dagara Numerology: Bringing Balance to Body, Spirit & World-Ukumbwa Sauti & Rebecca deGraw
10/21/11 - Plant Allies and Magickal Helpers - Carolyn Kepes
11/04/11 - Sawain Ritual and Ancestralization in the Dagara Tradition - Kelle Sparta and St. Suzan Baltozer
11/18/11 - Creating Your Own Power Center - Kelle Sparta
12/02/11 - Sneaky Casting - Ken Seier
12/16/11 - Yule Ritual - Designed by Students
01/13/12 - Greeting the New Age - Kelle Sparta and Others

Full Class Descriptions and Masters of Magick Instructor Bios

*Please note that this schedule may change. Please check the specific class date and topic before you register.

Days The Classes Run
The classes will take place on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month every month except May, November and December when they will be on the 1st and 3rd Fridays to account for the holidays.

Times The Classes Run
Classes will be 6:30pm-9:30pm. Plan on coming on time and staying for the whole event - it will be important not to break the container for some of the events.

Where Classes Are
Classes take place in a private home in Somerville, MA near Porter Square. Attendees will receive address upon registering for the program.

Ways to Attend
After getting feedback from many people on this program, we've decided to offer a variety of options:

Full Year Program - Are you ready to dive deep and learn as much as you can this year? You can join our Full Year Program for $100/mo. This will get you access to all 24 classes scheduled plus the recordings of the programs (yes, I'll be recording each of the programs). Please note that this plan is the ONLY way to get the recordings of the programs at this time.

BONUS: FREE ACCESS TO ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS There is an additional bonus for this program. Carolyn Kepes and I are creating another series of programs that go more in depth on some topics. These will include:

A Multi-Week Tarot Class

A Monthly Spiritual Book and Film Group

Myths and Mythos - A deep study of the underlying stories that form the foundation of our culture (critical for those wanting to create ritual and interpret divination/dream signs),

A Radical Self-Care Program.

Those signed up for this program get free access to these programs during their year-long program. The year-long program sign-up option will only be available through the end of March.

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12-Class Card - If you know you won't make many of the classes, but still want to attend some, you can get a 12-class card. This will entitle you to attend any 12 classes of your choosing within the year. This program runs $57/mo. for 12 months. Those with a class card need to reserve seats a minimum of two weeks in advance of each class to guarantee your seat. Those reserving less than 2 weeks in advance may use their cards on a space-available basis.

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6-Class Card - Do you know that there are only a few of the classes you can make? Then get a 6-Class card and save. $60/mo for 6 months. Those with a class card need to reserve seats a minimum of two weeks in advance of each class to guarantee your seat. Those reserving less than 2 weeks in advance may use their cards on a space-available basis.

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Pay-As-You-Go - Or you can choose sign up for one class at a time. This option offers the most flexibility. Classes cost $65 per class when purchased individually. Classes are offered individually on a space-available basis. Check back here two weeks in advance of each class to see if there is space in the class you want.

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Cancellation Policy:

Full-Year Program
Students may cancel their 1-year program within 3 days of completion of their first class. If student cancels within the 3 day period, they will receive a refund of $35 of the initial $100 charge and no additional charges will be made. After the 3 day period, no cancellations will be accepted.

6 or 12 Class Card
Students may cancel their class card option within 3 days of completing their first class. If they do cancel, then students will be charged the difference between their first month payment and the $65 single course fee and then no additional charges will be made. After the 3-day period, no cancellations will be available. Classes must be used within 12 months of initial purchase of card.

Students who are working on a Class Card who register for a class must cancel at least two weeks in advance of the class. Otherwise, their card will be debited for one class.

Single Class Registration Policy

Cancellations made more than 7 days in advance of event shall receive a full refund less the $15 processing fee.

Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance of class series start will receive a 50% refund ONLY if we can find another student to take your place. Otherwise, no refund will be offered.

Multiple cancellations may result in the student being banned from registering for future events.

No-Shows will receive no refund and will not be allowed to register for future events.