The Way of The Shaman

Dates of workshop for 2026:

Date	Regular	Early Bird	Discount Code to get EB Price	Deadline for EB	Location
February 7 (Sat) & February 8 (Sun)	CAD 420 (Including HST)	CAD380 (Including HST)	EARLY0226 ($40 off)	12/31/2025	Richmond Hill, Ontario (Hwy7 & Leslie)
November 7 (Sat) & November 8 (Sun)	CAD420 (Including HST)	CAD380 (Including HST)	EARLY1126 ($40 off)	9/30/2026	Richmond Hill, Ontario (Hwy7 & Leslie)

Workshop Overview

The Way of the Shaman® is the essential introductory workshop in Core Shamanism, developed by anthropologist Michael Harner and taught worldwide for more than 40 years. This experiential training introduces participants to the universal and near-universal shamanic methods used across cultures to enter non-ordinary reality for problem-solving, empowerment, and healing.

A central focus of the workshop is the shamanic journey—a method for exploring the hidden universe known primarily through myth and dream. Through drumming and other traditional techniques, participants learn to shift into the shamanic state of consciousness, awaken dormant spiritual abilities, and reconnect with the wisdom of Nature.

You will be introduced to shamanic divination, healing practices, and the classic method of journeying to meet your own helping spirits. Participants also learn how the shamanic journey is used to restore power and well-being, and how these ancient methods can be applied in contemporary life to support healing for oneself, others, and the planet.

This workshop is highly experiential, with opportunities to share discoveries, compare journeys, and deepen your understanding through direct personal practice.

What You Will Learn

How to enter the shamanic state of consciousness using drumming
How to journey to the Lower and Upper Worlds to meet your helping spirits
How to work with power animals and teachers in nonordinary reality
The basics of shamanic divination for insight
How to use journeying for personal healing, guidance, and empowerment
How to apply shamanism to everyday life for yourself and others
The ethical foundation and core principles of Core Shamanism
How to restore spiritual power and well-being through classic shamanic techniques

Who This Workshop Is For

This workshop is ideal for:

Anyone curious about shamanism and looking for a safe & grounded way to begin
Practitioners of healing arts, therapy, coaching, or energy work
People seeking spiritual connection, clarity, or a deeper relationship with Nature
Individuals navigating life transitions, burnout, or inner stagnation
Those interested in personal development through spiritual practice
Students who want to eventually take advanced FSS trainings with healing and residential programs
Anyone called to work with helping spirits in an ethical, responsible way

No previous experience is required. Just openness, curiosity, and willingness to learn.

What Makes Core Shamanism Different

Core Shamanism, as developed by Michael Harner, focuses on the near-universal and universal methods and practices of shamanism found across different cultures. It is:

✔ Experiential — you learn by doing, not by belief

✔ Non-dogmatic — no religion, hierarchy, or ideology

✔ Safe & tested — methods researched and taught for over 40 years

✔ Cross-cultural — honors the essence of shamanic practice without cultural appropriation

✔ Practical — designed for modern life and real-world guidance

✔ Ethical — rooted in integrity and respect for each individual

Core Shamanism gives people direct access to spiritual guidance
— without intermediaries, rituals, or belief systems —
through the classic shamanic journey methods.

Schedule, Location, and Tuition

Saturday & Sunday
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM each day (Time may varies depending on the venue.)
(Please plan to attend all sessions. Full participation is required to qualify for further FSS courses.)

Location

Richmond Hill Areas (Hwy7 & Leslie)
(Full address provided upon registration)

Tuition

Early Bird CAD 380 (including HST).
Use $40 discount code at checkout: EARLY0226 (February Workshop)
Use $40 discount code at checkout: EARLY1126 (November Workshop)
Deadline: 12/31/2025 for February workshop; 9/30/2026 for November workshop.
Regular CAD 420 (including HST)

Registration

👉 Register Now — Click “Register Now” below to go through registration process.

👉 For questions, email Mira: soulevolve.ca@gmail.com

Eligibility & Certification

Participants must be 18 years or older.
Completion of the full workshop with an authorized FSS faculty member is required before enrolling in advanced FSS trainings.
You must attend all sessions on both days to receive credit.
Completing this workshop grants 13 FSS Continuing Education (CE) Credits.

What to Expect

All FSS workshops are experiential, interactive, and participatory.
You will receive direct instruction in shamanic methods and have plenty of time to practice through journeywork, shamanic drumming, personal exploration, group sharing, and small-group discussions.

You can expect a safe and supportive learning environment where each participant develops at their own pace. No prior experience is required. The workshop is designed to help you build confidence in journeying, connect with your helping spirits, and apply these ancient methods in a grounded, practical way.

What to Bring

Please bring:

A rattle
A drum (if you have one)
Comfortable clothing & warm socks
A bandanna or eye mask
A cushion and/or blanket
A rough-surfaced rock (grapefruit size, not a crystal. New to you, and preferably found in nature. Remember where you found it so you can return it with respect and thanks.)
A notebook and pen for recording journeys

Not permitted: electronic devices, audio/video recording, photography, laptops/tablets during the workshop.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

At SoulEvolve, workshops are prepared well in advance, including venue reservation, materials, and energetic space holding. To ensure clarity and fairness for all participants, the following policy applies:

1. Participant-Initiated Cancellation

–More than 45 days before the workshop

✔ Full refund minus a CAD 20 administrative fee,
OR a free transfer to the next available workshop.

30–45 days before the workshop

✔ 50% refund,
OR transfer to the next scheduled workshop with a CAD 30 transfer fee.

Less than 30 days before the workshop

❌ No refund.
Transfer may be possible only if your spot can be filled from the waitlist.

2. Workshop Cancellation by SoulEvolve

Workshops require a minimum number of participants to run.

If minimum enrollment is not reached 30 days before the workshop

✔ The workshop may be rescheduled.
Participants may choose either:

a 100% full refund, or
a complimentary transfer to the rescheduled date,
often with a small bonus gift (e.g., a free initial divination (CAD25 value) for shamanic healing and a CAD20 off for booking first session.).

If cancellation occurs due to illness, emergency, or unforeseen events

✔ Participants receive a 100% full refund,
OR a complimentary transfer to another date.

Note: SoulEvolve is not responsible for travel, food, accommodation, or other personal expenses.

3. Late Arrivals / No-Shows

No refunds or credits are available for:

Participants are expected to arrive on time to maintain the integrity of the group container and the continuity of the training. Arriving more than 15 minutes late is considered a no-show. No refunds or credits will be offered, and you may not join the remaining sessions. Exception for Unforeseen Circumstances: In rare situations beyond your control—such as severe or unexpected weather conditions, transportation disruptions, or other genuine emergencies—please contact Mira as soon as possible. Exceptions may be made at the instructor’s discretion, depending on the safety, timing, and impact on the group.
Because this workshop is experiential and each session builds on the next, all sessions must be attended in full. If you miss any portion of the workshop — including a full session or an extended portion of a session — it will be considered a missed session. No refunds, credits, or transfers are offered for missed sessions. For safety, continuity, and group integrity, participants who miss a session may not rejoin the remaining training, and will not qualify for FSS credit or advanced workshop eligibility.
No-Shows. A “no-show” is defined as not attending the workshop without prior notice. No refunds, credits, or transfers are offered for no-shows. Participants who do not attend the first session of Day 1 may not join the remaining sessions and will not receive FSS credit or eligibility for advanced training. This policy ensures the safety, continuity, and integrity of the experiential group process.

4. Energetic & Logistical Considerations

To maintain a safe and clear energetic container, and to properly prepare materials and group structure, all cancellations or transfer requests must be submitted in writing.

FAQ

Is this workshop religious?

No. Core Shamanism is non-religious, non-dogmatic, and based on near-universal, universal and experiential shamanic methods. You don’t need to believe in anything. It’s a method for you to find your own answers.

Do I need experience?

No experience is needed. Beginners are welcome.

Is this therapy?

No. It is a spiritual and experiential practice, not psychotherapy. Participants may experience personal healing as a result of their experiences and journeys, but the workshop is focused on teaching methods that you can safely practice on your own in daily life.

Will we use substances?

No. Core Shamanism uses drumming and other sonic drive to alter your consciousness.

Will we learn rituals from specific Indigenous cultures?

No. Core Shamanism focuses on cross-cultural fundamentals respectfully without imitating or borrowing culture-specific rituals.

Can I take advanced FSS workshops after this?

Yes — once you complete both days of this Basic Workshop.

Can I cancel my registration? Will I get a refund?

More than 45 days before the workshop
✔ Full refund minus a CAD 20 administrative fee
OR a free transfer to the next available workshop.

30–45 days before the workshop
✔ 50% refund
OR transfer to the next workshop with a CAD 30 transfer fee.

Less than 30 days before the workshop
❌ No refund.
Transfers are only possible if your spot can be filled from the waitlist.

What if the instructor cancels the workshop?

If minimum enrollment is not met or if cancellation is required due to illness, emergency, or unforeseen circumstances:

✔ You may choose a full 100% refund,
OR a complimentary transfer to the rescheduled date.

Note: SoulEvolve is not responsible for travel, accommodation, or personal expenses.

What happens if I arrive late?

Arriving more than 15 minutes late is considered a no-show.
No refunds, credits, or transfers are offered, and you may not join the remaining sessions.

Unforeseen emergencies (e.g., severe weather, major transit disruptions) may be considered at the instructor’s discretion.
Please contact Mira as soon as possible.

What if I miss a session? Can I still finish the workshop?

Because the workshop is experiential and each session builds on the next, all sessions must be attended in full.

Missing any session or a substantial part of one counts as a missed session.
❌ No refund, credit, or transfer is available.
❌ You may not rejoin later sessions.
❌ FSS credit and eligibility for advanced training will not be granted.

What is considered a no-show?

A “no-show” means not attending the workshop without prior notice.

No refunds, credits, or transfers are available for no-shows.
If you do not attend the first session of Day 1, you cannot join the remainder of the workshop and will not receive FSS credit.

How do I request a cancellation or transfer?

All cancellations, transfer requests, or changes must be submitted in writing.
This ensures clarity and allows proper preparation of materials, group structure, and energetic space holding.

Can I transfer my tuition if something unexpected happens?

Transfers may be available only when:

a waitlisted participant can take your spot, or
a serious, genuine emergency occurs (evaluated case by case)

Transfer credits for emergencies must be used within one year and are non-refundable.