Evening lecture and Ceremony: Shamanism of the Hichol Indians
In their own language they call themselves ‘Virarica’, the healing men. Their focus concentrates on the healing of individuals, the community and mother earth. The Huichol Indians own ancient wisdom, carrying human kind since thousands of years. Brant will provide us with practical technics, which all root in the traditions of the Huichol Indians. The exercises can be applied every day and help to enrich our life.
The climax of the evening will be the holy Ceremony of the Deer Dance. During this ceremony Brant becomes the link between the worlds and carries life force of the spirit world

Brant Secunda, Huichol Indian Shaman and Healer, has dedicated his life towards preserving the Huichol tradition as a living culture by working to integrate the ancient tools of shamanism into the modern world. Members of the international medical, religious and educational communities, including the World Health Organization, have recognized Brant’s commitment -- as well as his knowledge -- by inviting him to be a featured speaker, workshop leader, and participant at various conferences worldwide. Moreover, Brant Secunda has created and maintains a working model for preserving Huichol culture through the auspices of the Dance of the Deer Foundation Center for Shamanic Studies.
Brant Secunda completed a twelve year apprenticeship with the late don José Matsuwa in 1978 to become a shaman and ceremonial leader in the Huichol Indian tradition. Living in the Sierra Madre Mountains of Mexico, the Huichols are considered to be one of the last tribes in North America to have preserved their pre-Columbian traditions. Don José was a renowned Huichol Indian tribal elder and shaman who died at the age of 110. Brant’s rites of passage included capturing and releasing a wild rattle snake with his bare hands to face his fear of death and enduring a fourteen month fruit fast to enhance his sensitivity to the natural world.

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Workshop: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times
Brant Secunda introduces the participants to the wonderfully rich world of the Huichol mythology. He guides ceremonies and rituals and takes us on vision quests while drumming, singing and dancing. He teaches how to connect with the strength and love of the elements – earth, air, fire and water – and how to develop a deep understanding of our dreams. We get in touch with the ancient wisdom we carry inside us and learn to heal our body, heart and spirit by listening to our inner voice.
Brant also explains the consequences of opening our hearts to the four directions – the original and healing sources of all elemental forces. Integrating this connection to our life brings strength and harmony to our lives. He shares pictures of the life of the Huichol, such as Don José Matsuwa and other Huichol Shamans. Discover the force of nature and learn about the beauty and joy of the Huichol-Shamanism.