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May 1 - May 3, 2026 | Sedona, AZ
Plus More Incredible Teachers & Healers to be Announced
Creator of Shamanic Breathwork™
Linda (Star Wolf), PhD. is an author of nine books with another in progress, the creator of the Shamanic Breathwork™ Journey Process and Shamanic Healing Initiatory Process (SHIP) and the Founder of Venus Rising Association for Transformation, a 501c3 non-profit organization. She is the Founding President of Venus Rising University for Shamanic Psychospiritual Studies and Shamanic Mystery Tours to sacred sites around the world. Star Wolf and her late husband, Brad Collins, co-founded the Isis Cove Community, Dove Mountain Elemental Temples and Loveland Retreats in western North Carolina. She also gave birth to Shamanic Ministers Global Network and co created the Wise Wolf Councils.
Star Wolf has been a therapist and a nationally certified alcohol and drug counselor for over 30 years. She holds a BA in Human Services, a Doctorate of Ministry, and a Ph.D in Spiritual Psychology. Originally introduced to Holotropic breathwork by its founder, Stan Grof, Star Wolf trained extensively with Jacquelyn Small, founder of Integrative Breathwork. She also studied shamanic earth wisdom teachings with many shamanic teachers throughout the years including her adopted Seneca Wolf Clan Grandmother, Twylah Nitsch, who gave her the spirit name of Star Wolf.
President of Power Path Seminars
José Luis Stevens Ph.D. is the president and co-founder (with wife Lena Stevens) of Power Path Seminars, an international school and consulting firm dedicated to the study and application of shamanism and indigenous wisdom to business and everyday life. José completed a ten year apprenticeship with a Huichol Maracame (shaman) in the Sierras of Central Mexico. In addition he is studying intensively with Shipibo (shamans) in the Peruvian Amazon and with Pacos, (shamans) in the Andes in Peru.
In 1983 he completed his doctoral dissertation at the California Institute of Integral Studies focusing on the interface between shamanism and western psychological counseling. Since then he has studied cross cultural shamanism around the world to distill the core elements of shamanic healing and practice. As an international lecturer and consultant he has worked with a huge range of individuals and businesses to help them discover their most effective path of service and success. He has had the good fortune to work with individuals at the highest levels of government and professional life to support their understanding of their own potential and that of their associates. As an integral part of this work Jose has helped to develop systems for understanding people that are unparalleled in the field of psychology and business.
Jose is a licensed Clinical Social Worker, Life coach, and master teacher with more than thirty five years of experience. In addition he is the author of twenty books and numerous articles including "The Power Path", "Secrets of Shamanism", "Transforming Your Dragons", and "Praying with Power".
Warrior Goddess Mama
HeatherAsh Amara is the Warrior Goddess Mama and best-selling author of Warrior Goddess Training, Warrior Goddess Training Companion Book, and Warrior Goddess Way.
HeatherAsh Amara has been leading circles of women into deeper relationships with themselves for over 30 years.
She is dedicated to supporting women in developing their self-intimacy, steadiness, and stillness by sharing the most potent tools from a variety of world traditions. She does this through the teachings of Warrior Goddess Training inspired by the many paths she has walked. Through her workshops and books she offers practical tools she has developed during her studies of European Shamanism with Vicki Noble, Buddhism through being raised in South East Asia, and Toltec wisdom through the lineage of don Miguel Ruiz who she apprenticed with and now co-teaches beside.
HeatherAsh Amara believes deeply in the power of women coming together for healing not just for ourselves but for all women.
She brings this open-hearted, inclusive worldview to her writings and teachings. She can often be found covered in adobe mud on her ranch, dancing around the fire, and deepening into the Mystery.
Indigenous Medicine Woman
Asha Frost is an Indigenous (Ojibwe) Medicine Woman and the author of the best-selling book You Are the Medicine and The Sacred Medicine Oracle.
She's known for her grounded, honest approach to healing, drawing from her own lived experience, her spiritual lineage, and decades of guiding others through emotional and energetic transformation.
Her work is rooted in Indigenous wisdom, but it's also deeply human. Asha speaks openly about living with chronic illness, navigating the complexities of identity, and learning to move through life with softness and strength.
She teaches from her lineage and invites you to connect with yours. In her words:
"I want people to feel invited, not afraid... It's about appreciation, not appropriation."
Asha offers a space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are underneath all the noise.
Keeper of Inca Wisdom
Jorge Luis Delgado, an Inca by birth and heritage, walks the path of the Chacaruna. His passion is to bring authentic Inca heritage, spiritual traditions and handcrafts to worldwide attention. Jorge considers the oral tradition, taught in the different Inca communities, as his every-expanding higher education.
He received his early training from the Kallawaya shamans of the NE Lake Titicaca region, the lineage of the Wise Ones of the Andes, and from the Qero elders of Cusco, who are the last remaining tribal descendants of the Incas.
Author of Andean Awakening: an Inca Guide to Mystical Peru and Pachacuti: Return to Joy, Jorge Luis is recognized worldwide as an authority on Inca philosophy, spirituality, and tradition.
Jorge Luis has brought to public attention the Aramu Muru Doorway, an inter-dimensional portal located in the Hayu Marca mountains in south Peru. He is also a founding member of The Brotherhood of the Solar Disc, an Andean esoteric society.
Jorge Luis is an embodied way-shower for this new Earth that we are creating. He teaches that a new consciousness is emerging, leading to a Golden Age that will be fully activated on Earth. He is a keeper of ancient knowledge and uses it to assist in healing for all who are ready.
Jorge Luis Delgado was born in a small Andean village in Peru and now lives with his family in Puno, Peru, on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Shamanic Practitioner & Soul Healer
Dr. Steven Farmer is a world-renowned author, teacher, shamanic practitioner, licensed psychotherapist, and Soul Healer. He has published several best-selling books and other products, including Earth Magic®, Earth Magic® Oracle Cards, Animal Spirit Guides, Sacred Ceremony, Power Animal Oracle Cards, Messages from Your Animal Spirit Guides Oracle Cards, Power Animals, Messages from Your Animal Spirit Guides guided meditation CD, Children's Spirit Animal Cards (with Jesseca Camacho), Children's Spirit Animal Stories CD's Vol. 1 & 2, the Pocket Guide to Spirit Animals and the recently released Healing Ancestral Karma: Free Yourself from Unhealthy Family Patterns.
In addition to workshops on Earth Magic®, shamanism, and earth-centered spirituality, Dr. Farmer offers private consultations for Shamanic Soul Healing and intuitive Earth Magic® and Power Animal readings in person, or remotely by phone or Skype.
He makes his home in Dana Point, California with his wife Jesseca and stepdaughters Serena and Arianna.
For more information about private sessions, special events and workshops please visit his website: drstevenfarmer.com
Physician & Shamanic Healer
Dr. Marie MBouni's work is a reflection of her unique background in both Western and Eastern medicine. With 17 years' experience as an MD in Anesthesiology and a Masters in Public Health, Marie has extensive practice in Western Medicine.
As a lifelong Intuitive and channel, her Eastern roots include robust work in Shamanic and Energy Healing, Shamanic Breathwork®, Plant Medicines as well as certifications in Sound Color Movement Therapy and Yoga to provide a holistic experience for those who are seeking to uncover their deepest truth and achieve a new level of success.
Visit her at www.mariembouni.com
Long before religions were organized, and on every continent, there were shamans. They practiced a form of direct experience and revelation that dates back more than 40,000 years. They served in a unique capacity that combined skills of a psychologist, spiritual adviser, healer, philosopher, and friend.
In Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Asia (where the term “shaman” originated), they used rituals, tools, and wisdom to provide guidance and healing for the people of their tribes.
While their magic was largely lost to the world with the progress of science and technology, the spark of that fire never completely went out.
Modern day shamanic practitioners have reached back through time to reclaim these practices and integrate them with our contemporary lives.
Shamans see subtle energy patterns that cause difficulty and pain. Under their wise direction, people can learn to quickly shift their perspective, remove stubborn inner blockages, and step into lives of ease, flow, and real magic.
"I felt cared for, supported, and completely cleared."
The main event opens with a gathering ceremony in Mago hall—a warm welcome into the circle, where you'll meet the teachers and your fellow seekers, set intentions, and begin your journey together in shared presence and ceremony.
To ease into the experience, we encourage you to arrive any time after 1:00 PM on Friday. This gives you space to settle in, explore the beauty of the land, and get acquainted with the peaceful energy of Sedona.
Optional guided tours of the property available, where you can learn about the sacred vortex sites, labyrinths, and other natural features that make this location so powerful.
Experience a powerful sequence of immersive workshops, sacred teachings, and guided ceremonies, led by some of the most respected Shamans and teachers in the world, each inviting you to explore different aspects of spiritual practice, self-discovery, and ancestral wisdom.
Sunday morning offers another round of transformational workshops before we close our sacred circle. You'll gather one final time to honor the work you've done, integrate the wisdom you've received, and prepare to carry this medicine forward into your life.
Along with ample time set aside for personal reflection, nature exploration, and fellowship, you will experience the following:
While the Gathering of the Shamans will include mystical elements, it is designed to have real, practical results in your daily life.
with HeatherAsh Amara
Release fear. Step into courage.
Walk across fire and come home to your power.
"Walking on fire changed everything. I finally saw the strength others saw in me."
"If I can walk on hot coals, what else can life show me?"
"The fire walk! The mind is so powerful, and this experience was unbelievable."
"I live in one of the most beautiful places in the world… The only place that's more beautiful is here."
Sedona Mago is like another planet. Bliss Rock, the vortex trees, the stillness of the lake—it was pure magic. I didn't want to leave.
This retreat takes place nestled deep in Sedona's red rock desert at the Mago Retreat Center which is operated by Tao Fellowship, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is "Love Humanity, Love the Earth."
Surrounded by quiet canyons and whispering juniper trees, Mago sits on land that has been considered sacred for thousands of years.
You wake to sunrises that bathe the cliffs in gold.
You walk the sacred paths in silence.
You sit under stars so vast they make you weep.
Sedona is world-famous for its energy vortexes—natural sites where subtle Earth energy is said to spiral with unusual intensity.
You may feel tingling in your hands. A lightness in your chest. Or simply a deep sense of presence, clarity, and alignment.
One thing is for sure: you'll never forget your time in this incredibly special place.
"Every inch of our 173 acres was lovingly developed to hold space for your healing, spiritual elevation, and physical restoration"
At Sedona Mago, every meal is part of your healing.
Fresh, seasonal food prepared with balance, simplicity, and care. The menu changes daily and includes plant-based, vegetarian, and pescatarian options, many sourced directly from Mago's own sustainable farm.
Meals are served buffet-style in a peaceful dining hall. Enjoy scrambled eggs with vegetables, crab cake Benedict, lemon Dijon salmon, sweet and sour tofu, and hearty soups and salads—all designed to nourish your energy.
Gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-friendly options are available, so you can relax, feel cared for, and focus on your magical experience.
"I've been to Mago five times. Every time I leave stronger, clearer, and more at peace. The grounds, the food, the people—everything supports your healing."
This is food that sustains you—body, mind, and spirit.
Every part of the journey matters. We've created this guide to help you arrive with ease and step fully into this sacred experience.
"Sedona Mago is like another planet. Bliss Rock, the vortex trees, the stillness of the lake—it was pure magic. I didn't want to leave."
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
~2.5-hour drive to the retreat
Serves most major domestic and international airlines
More info: skyharbor.com
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG)
~1.5-hour drive
Smaller regional airport with limited service (primarily American Airlines)
More info: flagstaff.az.gov
Groome Transportation provides express shuttle service from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport directly to Sedona Mago's doorstep.
Call to book: 928-350-8466
groometransportation.com
Please note that Groome is the only known reliable shuttle service that brings guests directly to Sedona Mago. Please verify your shuttle will bring you to the Welcome Center.
You can drive to the retreat, but unless you're extending your trip, we suggest the shuttle.
Rental Cars: Enterprise, National, Alamo
At PHX, take the Sky Train to the Rental Car Center (~20-30 mins).
At FLG, rentals are at the terminal (book early).
Sedona Mago Center for Well-being and Retreat sits on 173 acres of sacred desert land, known for its powerful vortex energy, labyrinths, and natural beauty. This isn't just a venue—it's a living, breathing sanctuary designed for transformation.
Foot travel is part of the retreat rhythm. Most walks between buildings take 3-4 minutes, with a maximum of 15 minutes. You'll walk between your room, the dining hall, and the event space—all nestled within the quietly powerful desert land.
Vehicles aren't permitted between buildings.
If you have mobility concerns, please contact us at [email protected]
You'll stay in simple, casita-style rooms designed to support peace and reflection. Each has its own bathroom and shower, plus a mini fridge.
Private rooms: For one person only
Shared rooms: For two guests. If you register alone and choose a shared room, we'll thoughtfully pair you with a same-gender roommate.
You're welcome to arrive as early as 1:00 PM on Friday. This gives you space to settle in, explore the beauty of the land, and get acquainted with the peaceful energy of Sedona.
5:30 PM: Dinner is served in the dining hall
7:00 PM: Opening ceremony begins
The dining hall closes at 7:00 PM. If you'll arrive later, we recommend eating before you arrive.
Deepen your experience before the main retreat with an intimate, hands-on workshop designed to help you ground and prepare for the weekend ahead.
Three workshop options available (sessions run concurrently—choose one at checkout):
Led by master teachers in small group settings with immersive practices you won't find in the main retreat.
Workshop Pricing:
If attending Thursday workshop: Arrive from 1:00 PM Thursday. You must book the same room type (shared or private) as your main weekend stay.
The retreat concludes at 1:00 PM on Sunday. Lunch is included and will be served in the dining hall from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Extend your journey with an afternoon workshop focused on integration and grounding after the powerful weekend.
Three workshop options available (sessions run concurrently—choose one at checkout):
Held Sunday afternoon with master teachers in intimate group settings.
Workshop Pricing:
If attending Sunday workshop: You must book the same room type (shared or private) as your main weekend stay.
Please check weather and road conditions prior to your trip, especially if traveling through Northern Arizona or mountainous regions. Seasonal weather may impact road access, so plan accordingly.
May brings warm, dry days (75-85°F / 24-29°C) and cool nights (mid-50s°F / 13-16°C).
Layering is key. Mornings and evenings can feel surprisingly cool. The air is dry, and the sun is strong—hydrate often and protect your skin.
You'll spend time outdoors. Come ready to walk, rest, and be with the elements.
Questions about travel or the venue?
Contact UsThere are no special criteria for joining this retreat. If you feel the pull, the call, then this is for you. This is a space for you to recharge, reflect, and reconnect with your deepest self in a profoundly spiritual and refreshingly peaceful setting. All whilst being held and guided by some of the world's leading shamans. You don't need to wait for a "perfect" time or feel like you must "earn" this retreat. If you feel called, that is the sign that this is meant for you. Now is your time to listen, heal, and step fully into your personal renewal at this nourishing and revitalising gathering
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2-payment options available at checkout. This event will sell out! Immediate registration is encouraged!
LIMITED NUMBER OF SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO LIVE NEARBY AND DON'T NEED LODGING
Email [email protected] to inquire.
When you register for The Gathering of The Shamans, the Insight Events USA staff will complete your room reservation process automatically.
All registrations must be completed online. No phone-in reservations can be accepted. Please do not contact Sedona Mago directly as Insight Events USA staff must handle your room reservations after you have completed your event registration.
Optional Add-On
Deepen your journey, expand your learning, and immerse yourself in additional transformative experiences with our exclusive pre- and post-retreat workshops. Whether you want to arrive early to set powerful intentions, stay longer to integrate and embody what you've learned—or do both—these workshops offer a unique opportunity to work closely with master teachers in an intimate setting.
Important: Workshop Selection
Since workshops run simultaneously, you may choose only one pre-retreat workshop and one post-retreat workshop. You can add your selection at checkout.
(Friday, May 1st)
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
(Sunday, May 3rd)
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
You may add either (or both) of these options at checkout for the main journey.
Working with the Sun, Moon, and Sacred Winds
Friday, May 1st
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The ancient Toltecs understood that we exist in dynamic relationship with the celestial bodies and elemental forces that surround us. Join José Luis Stevens for a day of powerful practices that align you with the natural rhythms of sun, moon, earth, and elements to accelerate your spiritual growth and amplify your personal power.
You'll explore:
A Sacred Journey Through the Four Elements of Transformation
Friday, May 1st
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
What if the elements that sustain your life could also guide your deepest transformation? Join bestselling author and Toltec wisdom keeper HeatherAsh Amara for a beautiful one-day journey into the Four Elements of Change, an ancient shamanic path that has guided seekers for thousands of years.
You'll explore:
Ancient Wisdom Meets Our Present Moment
Sunday, May 3rd
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Join Peruvian shaman Jorge Luis Delgado for this transformative workshop where ancient wisdom meets our present moment of global change. As a chakaruna (a spiritual bridge person in the Andean tradition), Jorge carries forward ancestral teachings that are more relevant than ever.
Discover:
An Immersion into Deep Soul Work
Sunday, May 3rd
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Prepare for a profound journey into the depths of your own soul. Join renowned shamanic teacher and visionary Dr. Linda Star Wolf for a rare full-day immersion into Shamanic Breathwork™, a powerfully transformative process that will awaken your inner healer and help you remember the magic of who you truly are.
Experience:
Sunday, May 3rd
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
The Anishinaabe people have always lived by the rhythm of Grandmother Moon. Her 13 cycles guide us through the year, each moon carrying its own teachings, stories, and Medicine. This May afternoon falls during Flower Moon (Waawaaskone Giizis), when the plant world bursts into fullest expression and we are called to do the same.
Experience:
Continue your transformation with HeatherAsh Amara
As the Gathering of the Shamans closes on Sunday, a new circle opens on Monday. Shamanism & the Divine Feminine is a three-day women's retreat led by HeatherAsh Amara — an intimate journey into the sacred feminine, held in the same powerful Sedona land.
No travel. No break in the magic. Just a seamless deepening.
"Do I Need Any Shamanic Experience?"
And answers to other common questions
Not at all. Whether you're brand new to shamanic practices or have years of experience, you're welcome here. The Gathering is designed to meet you exactly where you are. Our teachers honour all levels of experience and guide you through each workshop with care, clarity, and deep respect. All you need is curiosity and an open heart.
This isn't just a retreat—it's a rare convergence of respected wisdom keepers from across traditions and cultures. You'll experience authentic shamanic ceremonies, soul-healing rituals, and immersive workshops, all set on sacred land in Sedona. It's designed to inspire deep transformation while creating space for rest, joy, and connection.
You'll stay in simple, casita-style rooms designed to support peace and reflection. Each has its own bathroom and shower, plus a mini fridge.
This gathering welcomes spiritual seekers at all levels—from total beginners to experienced practitioners. If you feel the call to reconnect with your inner wisdom, explore ancient traditions, and be part of a conscious community, you'll feel right at home here.
Many of our presenters stay on-site for the entire weekend. You may cross paths with them at meals, in the workshops, or out on the land. While their time is limited, spontaneous connections are common.
Yes. All sessions are optional, and we've built in spaciousness throughout the weekend. Whether you want to attend every workshop or spend time in quiet reflection, the rhythm is yours to choose.
Private rooms are for one person only. Shared rooms are for two guests. If you register alone and choose a shared room, we'll thoughtfully pair you with a same-gender roommate.
Yes. After you register, you'll be able to request a specific roommate. Just make sure your friend registers too—if they don't, you'll be paired with another participant.
Wi-Fi is available in the lounge and workshop rooms and most of the retreat center. Verizon is the best mobile service (others may be spotty).
The terrain includes hills and dirt paths. If you have mobility concerns, please contact the welcome centre before registering at [email protected] or on 928.204.3391. The centre is not fully ADA accessible.
Only guests age 16+ may attend, and all minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Service dogs are permitted; emotional support animals are not.
Yes. There's a self-service laundry room on-site, operated by quarters.
There is some walking between accommodations and workshop spaces. The retreat grounds are expansive and natural, so bring comfortable shoes and sun protection. You'll also have the option to explore labyrinths and vortexes on your own.
Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
Layers for cool mornings and evenings
A water bottle, sun hat, and journal
An open mind, and an open heart 🧡
2 nights' accommodations at Sedona Mago Retreat Centre
All meals from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch
All workshops, ceremonies, and experiences during the retreat
Access to sacred sites, labyrinths, and nature spaces on the property
Airfare and airport transportation
Optional pre- or post-conference workshops and lodging
Travel insurance or incidentals
Meals are buffet-style and nourishing. The kitchen offers pescatarian, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options at every meal.
Breakfast: Starts at 7:00 AM
Lunch & Dinner: Served during designated meal breaks
The dining hall closes at 7:00 PM. If you'll arrive later, we recommend eating before you arrive.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the closest major airport, about 2.5 hours away.
Yes. We recommend:
Groome Transportation: 928-350-8466
AZ Shuttle Select: 623-200-2849
Please contact them directly to confirm your seat.
Yes. There is on-site parking. Some GPS apps are inaccurate—please follow the official directions from Sedona Mago: sedonamagoretreat.org/stay/directions
You're welcome to arrive as early as 1:00 PM on Friday. Dinner is served at 5:30 PM. The retreat opens with a welcome ceremony at 7:00 PM.
You'll arrive Thursday and stay the night before the main event. Thursday check-in is also from 1:00 PM.
Yes. You can choose to pay in full or split your payment with a budget-friendly 2-pay option at checkout.
No. These are only available to those registered for the main Gathering.
We don't offer scholarships, but we do have limited discounted tickets for volunteer staff. Email [email protected] to inquire.
While the exact schedule is held privately at the teachers' request, here's what you can expect:
Morning sound baths
Daily workshops with master teachers
Optional ceremonies like the firewalk or cord-cutting ritual
Quiet time for rest, reflection, or exploring the land
Not at all. All sessions are optional. You're encouraged to follow your intuition and move at your own pace.
No. The Firewalk Ceremony is completely optional. Watching can be just as moving as participating.
This retreat was a life-transforming weekend that will continue to shape my spiritual journey
— Lise C.
Attending this retreat was truly magical—beautifully orchestrated, deeply healing, and filled with love and acceptance.
— Rhoda M.
This was a root-level healing. So much was released, and it felt like a fresh start.
— Linda Z.
Walking on fire changed everything. I finally saw the strength others saw in me.
— Alison T.
If I can walk on hot coals, what else can life show me?
— Eric W.
The fire walk! The mind is so powerful, and this experience was unbelievable.
— Leigh A.
We could stare at the stars for hours. Every moment felt sacred.
— Melissa C.
The breathwork helped me get it all out of my body. I felt cared for, supported, and completely cleared.
— Ashley M.
It cleared more energy than I've ever released on my own. I left feeling completely free.
— Julie F.
Each workshop and ceremony was led with profound wisdom. We left lighter, more centered, and deeply grateful.
— Melissa C.
The retreat was surrounded by stunning desert landscapes teeming with life… every sunset felt sacred.
— Melissa C.
The food was nourishing and intentional. Everything supported the retreat in subtle ways.
— Nik A.
The people were so warm and welcoming. I arrived alone and left with soul family.
— Ashley M.
Keith's sound bath was the most powerful one I've ever experienced. His presence made it even more healing.
— Missy W.
The guided journey with drum and song was so powerful and personal.
— Dave B.
Rhonda's teachings helped me feel connected to my Celtic roots and gave me a framework to make sense of my inner world.
— Retreat Participant
Each ceremony felt intentional, sacred, and deeply healing. I left more whole.
— Retreat Participant
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