Shamanic Workshops

Shamanism for Today's World:
Carrying Power, Tending the Collective

In this day together, Cecile and Cynthia will offer explorations with spirit for new ways of journeying, of deeper embodiment of spirit helpers and their power, of working with the sentience of collective fields of energy, and of opening to deeper conversation with nature spirits in everyday encounters.

These are ways to help sustain us in staying clear, balanced, and strong in our troubled world. Many of us are looking toward an indigenous view of non-hierarchical, right relationship with all beings, and for these kinds of tools to integrate in our day-to-day lives.

Please bring an eye cover/bandanna, drum, rattle, and your lunch or money to buy lunch.

Instructors: Cecile Carson, Cynthia Nado
Date: TBD
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $125 (a $50 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space). Limited scholarships are available.
Contact: Cynthia Nado at [email protected] or 585-436-1970 to register

How to Journey

Learn how to journey safely into the worlds of non-ordinary reality (NOR). This two-hour class reviews how to prepare one's mind and create safe space, as well as the importance of using spiritual protection when journeying. Students will complete two journeys during the class and have time for sharing and Q&A.

Instructor: Cynthia Nado
Dates: First Wednesday of the month (Due to COVID, please check the Calendar for event status)
Time: 5 p.m.-6 p.m.
Cost: $15.00
Location: Brighton Pathways to Health
3200 Brighton Henrietta Townline Road
Rochester, NY 14623
Contact us for more information

Introduction to shamanism

An in-depth, two-day introductory workshop on Shamanism based on the core principles introduced to Western society by well-known anthropologist Michael Harner. Learn about this spiritual path and the best-practice basics to help you develop a foundation for healing for yourself and for working with your power animals and spirit teachers. Participation in this workshop will begin to “thin the veil” between what you see in everyday daily life and what can be seen in other worlds, once you become aware of what has always been with you.

Instructor: Cynthia Nado
Dates: (Participants must attend both days)
  • Saturday, April 17, 2021, 1–6 p.m.
  • Sunday, April 18, 2021, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: $185
Location: Brighton Pathways to Health
3200 Brighton-Henrietta Townline Road
Rochester, New York 14623

Contact us for more information and location

Guided Medicine Walk

Click the button below to join Merry Coburn on a 19-minute Guided Medicine Walk.

Download to phone: Open this site in your mobile browser and click the button below. When the audio player opens, click the three dots on the right-hand side and select DOWNLOAD.

Download to computer: Right-click and save it as a music app file to your desktop.

Sacred Medicine Walk

.Slow your pace, greet the Spirits present in nature, and walk in harmony with our non-human friends.

Transpersonal psychologist Merry Coburn will lead this one-day Sacred Medicine Walk through fields and tree-lined borders. Bring your intention for healing or a wish for clarity. Engage with the wise Spirits of the land. Sit quietly with an old tree, a gentle stream or an ageless rock. See, hear, and feel their message for you. Share what you learned with others as our day concludes in a circle.

Before the walk, Shamanic teacher Cynthia Nado will provide instruction on shamanic journeying. All are welcome!

Please bring a MASK, drinking water, insect repellent, an eye cover/bandanna and a cushion or blanket to sit upon.

Instructor: Merry Coburn, Cynthia Nado
Dates for 2021: 
May 2, 1 p.m.
June 6, 1 p.m.
August 29, 4 p.m.
September 12, 1 p.m.
October 24, 1 p.m.
Cost: $30.00 or your chosen donation
Location: 4412 Allens Hill Road
Honeoye, NY 14471
Contact: merry.coburn60@gmail.com or call (607) 382-2041 to reserve your space

Make a Journey Drum

Make your own journey drum from natural materials. Two weeks later, participate in a ceremony with Spirit to awaken your drum. Each attendee will pre-order a drum kit, as well as a beater kit, if desired.

Instructor: Cynthia Nado
Dates: TBD
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Cost: $95
Location: TBD