The Alsace region, in the northern Vosges mountains, is rich in history spanning the centuries.

We can find many sacred sites and ruins in the forest dated from celts and later.

Today, 80,000 hectares of forest surrounds us. 

There is still a strong connection between people and nature in this land.
These forests are rich and harbor biodiversity that has become rare.

This beginners’ workshop introduces universal, near-universal and common principles and techniques in shamanism, humankind’s oldest healing tradition. Participants will learn the fundamentals of shamanic techniques following the basic structure of the Foundation for Shamanic Studies (FSS) founded by Michael Harner. Participants will be taught to use traditional shamanic journeys to meet their allies, helping spirits and to reconnect with the original strength of our ancestors.

Shamanism has been practiced by human beings around the world for millennia. It is the oldest tradition of healing and offers individuals a way to rediscover the bond with the spirits that has been with us since birth. To walk this path is to remember that we are never alone. Our allies, our guardian spirits, and the wisdom of those who came before us, walk beside us still.
Core Shamanism is not defined by any particular ethnic group nor by any particular ideology.

LOCATION

In a place surrounded by forest and nature at the top of a little medieval village. 

Nearest airport : Strasbourg ( 1hour drive )

There will be pick-ups at the two nearest train stations.You are also welcome to come with your own car ( there is a parking down in the village).

FACILITATOR
The workshop is facilitated by Kai Uwe-Faust. Since 1999, Kai has studied practical shamanism with the Foundation of Shamanic Studies (FSS). In addition, he has studied under Olaf Bernhardt (Schamanismus e.V, Germany, which he currently is attached to), Tom Cowan (Society for Shamanic Practice, US) and Sandra Ingerman (US). He has assisted with and faciliated numerous workshops. Additionally, he has received teachings in shamanic botany with Maestro Erdinjo and Maestro Eligio (Arkana Spiritual Centre, Peru).

ORGANIZER

My name is Justine Kriegel and on my own path to healing, i have been guided to organize this first workshop in France. 

PRACTICAL DETAILS

This Basic Workshop is a prerequisite for all further workshops, so upon workshop completion, participants will receive a certificate from Schamanismus e.V. 

This is the last chance to participate in the basic workshop for Core Shamanism before the level 2 workshops that are being held in Norway in April 2027

Language of Instruction: English

Cost: 900€

Number of Participants: 29 

Selected participants will be invited to a short online interview.

To apply, fill out the form below or send an email to contact@kaelinn.justinek-photographie.fr. Please include your name, age, country of residence & motivation for joining the workshop.

Deposit is due by September 05th 2026.

This deposit is refundable for 14 days. After this 14 day period, deposits are non-refundable.

The second payment is due by January 10th 2027

Your fee includes all meals (vegetarian/vegan) , shared accommodation, and group transport between the Train Station Saverne or Ingwiller and the workshop site.

This is an alcohol- and drug-free workshop.