What makes MoonRise unique?
MoonRise is a year-long immersion in shamanic wisdom and practices. Much more than just a course, MoonRise is a safe and nurturing space for you to discover your soul's unique gifts, integrate ancient spiritual wisdom into your life, build safe trusting relationships with your spirit guides, learn to talk safely with loved ones in spirit (mediumship), integrate the wisdom of astrology into your life, learn and practice powerful energy medicine techniques on people and animals, participate in life-changing individual and collective rituals, and create and use your own sacred shamanic tools. When you join MoonRise, you join a circle of like-minded souls who see you and your gifts, and support and celebrate you as you step fully into your power and truth. The community created from the MoonRise graduates is a continuation of support, exploration and an incredible resource to anchor and nurture your medicine while honoring how it is treasured in community.
Who teaches MoonRise?
Two extraordinary women, Ellen Mathys and Kimmy Yon, teach MoonRise. Ellen is a shamanic energy healer, psychic medium and trance channel, and Reiki Master. She has worked in communities in almost 30 countries, mostly in Africa, and has mentored and trained with shamans from around the globe, most intensively from Burkina Faso and Peru. She is passionate about creating safe and joyful communities in which people can show up authentically, collectively lean into the sacred mystery, and shake loose -and reclaim! - the ancestral wisdom found in their bones and souls.
Kimmy is an astrology practitioner, shamanic healer, yoga instructor, and Reiki Master. Her varied ethic background cultivates a deep reverence of indigenous cultures and practices. Ever a student and seeker, her work continues to expand her curiosity of spiritual practices and how she can assist in bringing wisdom and wonder into life, into her healing work and teaching.
Additionally, Roxanne Lowery teaches Sound Healing for MoonRise. Roxanne is a certified Therapeutic Sound practitioner, skilled in multiple modalities and focused on transformation and awareness. She works with sound, vibration and frequency to create both an opening to an expanded sense of peace and wholeness and a space for a deeper inner connection between Self and Source.
When and where will MoonRise take place?
The schedule for MoonRise 2021 is as follows:
5/23/21: Pre-class gathering (meet & greet)
6/13/21: Session 1
7/18/21: Session 2
8/15/21: Session 3
9/19/21: Session 4
10/17/21: Session 5
11/14/21: Session 6
1/16/22: Session 7
2/13/22: Session 8
3/13/22: Session 9
4/8-4/10/22: Session 10/Retreat
5/15/22: Session 11/Graduation
Generally, sessions will take place at a beautiful and private location in Lilburn, GA, minutes from Atlanta. Sessions 1-9 will be from 12-6 pm. Session 10, a Ritual Immersion Weekend Retreat, will take place at a retreat center within several hours' drive of Atlanta. All sessions will take place in person with COVID-related precautions in place. If CDC guidance and COVID conditions require, sessions can be shifted to an online format. Health and safety of participants is paramount.
What is the investment?
The total investment (cost) for MoonRise is:
Early registration (paid by 5/1/21): $800
Regular registration (paid after 5/2/21): $825
A materials fee of $75 applies, which covers materials for making your own shamanic rattle, your own shamanic medicine pouch, and your own shamanic feather wand, which will all be ceremonially activated after ritual creation. The only additional program fee is the cost of accommodation and food for Session 10 (the Ritual Immersion Retreat), which is expected to cost between $250 and $300 per person inclusive, and will be due after January 1, 2022.
How do I learn more about MoonRise and register?
Please feel free to contact Ellen to request information and/or inquire about registering for the 2022 program. You will receive a brief program application and information about payment options. A deposit of $100 will be required to hold your spot in class.