Reconnect with yourself, nature, and spirit
Saturday 24th January 2026
10am to 12.30pm
Durley, Hampshire. (in a beautiful large yurt)
Are you curious about shamanism but not sure where to begin?
This experiential workshop offers a safe and supportive introduction, designed for people completely new to the practice.
In this session you will:
Discover what shamanism is (and isn’t) — a grounded, practical path of connection to self, others, nature, and Spirit
Discover a new way of seeing the world — and how to connect with a deeper wisdom
Take part in guided journeys, supported by steady, rhythmic drumming — the traditional method shamans use to quiet the mind and open the imagination
Meet your Power Animal — a spirit ally who offers protection, healing, and guidance
Share in a supportive circle, held by experienced practitioners
Practical Details
📍 Venue: The Yurt, Maxwell house, Mincingfield Lane, Durley, Hampshire. SO32 2BR
🕙 Time: 10am – 12.30pm. You’re very welcome to stay on afterwards for tea, coffee, and relaxed conversation
💫 What to bring: a journal/notebook, something comfortable to lie on (and an open heart and mind)
Facilitated by Joanne Sumner and Carl Hewitt, both trained and experienced transpersonal therapists and shamanic practitioners.
We hope this circle will become the seed of a regular shamanic group in the area – a safe, supportive space to deepen your connection, learn and journey together.
So this is also an invitation: if you find the session powerful, exciting, transformative – or all three! – you’ll be able to join an ongoing shamanic community to continue journeying, learning, and supporting one another.
🌿 What is Shamanism?
Shamanism is one of humanity’s oldest spiritual practices, found in cultures all over the world. At its heart, it is about direct, personal connection with Spirit – without the need for hierarchy, dogma, or belief systems.
You don’t need special powers or prior experience. Shamanic journeying is a natural state that uses imagination, rhythm, and intention to open up new ways of seeing the world.
This workshop will give you a taste of how shamanism can bring clarity, healing, and a deeper sense of belonging. You’ll discover how the practice connects us – to ourselves, to others, to nature, and to something greater than ourselves.
🌿 How Shamanic Practice Can Help
People often turn to shamanism when they feel stuck, searching, or simply curious about what lies beyond everyday thinking.
Shamanic practices can help you to:
Let go of old patterns and emotional wounds
Clear heavy or stagnant energy
Strengthen your intuition and inner guidance
Feel lighter, more balanced, and more present
Find a way forward in times of uncertainty
Become more confident, empowered, and joyful
Experience a deeper sense of connection — with nature, with others, and with Spirit
