Once in a Lifetime...

Join Anna Bariyani and Curawaka for an exclusive 8 day retreat in the far North, nestled in a gorgeous location in the majestic national park of Reisa in the territory of Sapmí - the sacred lands of the Sami people - under the enchanting Northern Lights.

We will immerse in the magic of the Arctic Winter, diving deep into opening the work of weaving the very fabric of

our existence, by opening our channels, our dreams and our intuition.

Human beings are creators in essence. What do we want to create in this lifetime? What is my vision? What is my prayer?
What is my purpose? And how can I work with Spirit to weave my story in a sacred way?

This is a journey to the wild North, to the land of ice and dreamtime, but it is also a journey deep within your own layers of

reality and into the mysteries of your own soul. Each participant will go through a profound journey, where his or her own life purpose is called forward. You will learn to use your voice as an instrument and as a tool for creation.

In the Drum-Making Immersion, each participant will be guided to make their own drum, a shamanic tool and sacred helper and ally on our spiritual path. Once your instrument is crafted and birthed, you will dive deep into the practice of weaving, song divination, guardianship of sacred songs and authentic expression of your own spirit. In the Voice & Land Immersion, each participant will be guided by Arctic Indigenous elders to connect their own voice and path with the sacred land of the Arctic.

As your channel opens, your voice and drum will be your own divine instruments for communicating with the Sky, with the Earth, with the Water and with the Fire.

At the end of the week, we will share an initiation ceremony under the Arctic nightsky where you will be initiated either as a sacred drum-carrier or as an Arctic Ally, depending on the program you have joined. 
As such, you will make your own commitment to yourself,  whispering your prayers to the Aurora Boreal and offering your service to the Great Mystery of Life.

Sacred Weaving of Sound and Spirit

Anna Bariyani, singer, songwriter and founder of Curawaka, is native to Norway, home to the spectacular celestial phenomenon of Aurora Borealis. Anna has a deep connection to the Northern lights and has for years worked with and studied its ancestral and mystical dimensions, which is intimately connected with her music and spirit work. For her, the Aurora Borealis is the dream of the Sun, the spirit that brings fertility to our dreamtime and gives the creative force to

bring down and manifest our prayers and visions. The Aurora Spirit is a medicine in its own right. It is a portal which activates and deeply nourishes our own channel as sacred beings, strengthening our vessels to be in further service to

Mother Earth and the sacred design of Life.

Anna uses voice and drum to call and dialogue with the Aurora spirit and other spirits of the land in a practice she refers to as weaving. This is the third time she will venture to the cradle of the Arctic to offer an immersive workshop with both drum and voice, where the land is wild, the spirit is strong and the veil to the invisible realm is thin.

Channeling, Authentic Expression and Song Guardianship

The art of channeling is a study of what it really means to be or have a channel, why we have it, what to use it for and how to cultivate its growth and blossoming. Your channel is your own direct line to Divine Source and a reservoir of inspiration which, when functioning well, can funnel any waves of energy and emotion moving through your being and translate it into art and expression of any form. This is ultimately a study of how to be yourself - the connected, spirited, activated you. The one you were always meant to be.

Anna, Alberto, Tavo, Dario and Sabrina from Curawaka will be leading several sessions throughout the week, using their instruments, musicality and spontaneity to facilitate a creative and playful space of self-exploration and expression. The aim is that each participant opens or expands their own channels, gains deeper understanding of how to harness that magical vortex and secures their own confidence in their spirits authentic expression. We believe that the fundamental state of nature is a

sort of divine play, and that in order to be an instrument of divination and channeling, one must somehow get the hang

of this divine play. This requires a certain form of presence, vulnerability and playfulness, opening up for

transcendence, authenticity and illumination. 

The workshops will also touch upon the art of songwriting - how to catch those enchanted melodies and rhymes. It will also entail the codex of song guardianship - what is required to use ones creativity to channel songs and how to take care of traditional, sacred songs. 

Drum Making

Included in Immersion One - Groups 1 & 2

Curawaka guitarist Alberto Arroyo is a master drum maker and a highly skilled artisan.

Originally from Mexico, Alberto has fallen in love with the Norse shamanic hand drums and has developed his own

unique style of making beautiful, high class hand drums as professional instruments and spiritual tools.

He will guide us through the deep and transformative journey of making your own drum. 

To make your own drum is an initiation in the spiritual path. With your hands and prayers you craft a powerful object which will be an ally for life. The frequency and the spirit of your drum will always guide you on your path and lead you in a good direction. It will always protect you, teach you and remind you of who you are, your strength and your purpose.

Alberto works with Norwegian reindeer hides to make the drums and willow wood for the frame. You will choose your own hide and make your own markings with chaga ink. You can choose if you wish to make a small, medium or large sized drum.

Your drum, along with your voice, will be your main tool and instrument for the Aurora Spirit Retreat. 

Arctic Indigenous Elders

Each group will spend a whole week in the remote Arctic wilderness, far away from cities and deep into indigenous territory.
We will be accompanied by two Arctic indigenous elders during our time in the North, who will give us context of the Sami and Inuit history and culture by sharing stories, songs and other gifts from their tradition.

We will be supported by local Sami elder and wise woman Lone Beate Ebeltoft. The Samis are traditionally reindeer herders and their presence in the valley where we will be staying goes back for hundreds of generations. Lone is a warm and wise aunty, highly knowledgeable of Sami ways and culture, and she is an excellent story teller. Lone is also a carrier of the Sami shamanic drum "runebomme" and will be sharing some of its secrets and lore, making a direct connection with songs of the land.

In group 3 we will also be accompanied by our dear Uncle Hivshu, who is an Inuit elder from Greenland, a drum-carrier, story-teller, song-carrier, polar bear hunter and an author. Hivshu, whose name means "The Voice of the Arctic", is a living legend. His incredible songs and stories offer deep insight and connection to the Northern heritage and Arctic way of life. Hivshu will be joining us in the last week for the Arctic Land Immersion Program and will be a strong presence with his charming wit and deep wisdom.

Aurora Spirit Retreat
Two Different Immersion Programs

AURORA IMMERSION 1: WITH DRUM MAKING

Group 1: 3. - 10. November

Group 2: 11 - 18. November

Our first Arctic Immersion for those who wish to wish to create their own drum, experience a sacred initiation as a drum carrier and learn to weave their drum and spirit together as one. Reisastua Lodge will become our spiritual cocoon as we deeply immerse in the magic that occurs when birthing an instrument. Two whole days will be dedicated to making our own drum and drumstick. The rest of the week each participant will get to know their drum and voice in a deeper level, in Anna´s weaving workshops she will teach the group how to use the drum for divination, rituals and spirit work. The musicians of Curawaka will give different workshops on rhythm  and traditional Latin American music to instruct each participant on how to use their drums in the best way as an instrument.

The first Immersion Program will finish with a Fire Ceremony in which each participant will be initiated as a sacred drum carrier.
Sami Elder Lone Beate Ebeltoft will be present in Groups 1 & 2.

AURORA IMMERSION 2: WITH ARCTIC EXCURSION

Group 3: 20 - 27. November

We are happy to offer a second Aurora Immersion for those who wish to dive deeper into the voice and musical workshops and also spend some extra time exploring the outdoors and take on a proper Arctic Excursion. The connection to the land will be more highlighted in the last group because of the Arctic Excursion where you will get a face-to-face experience will some of the Spirits of the North. You will deepen your connection to the Arctic and we will show you how to work with the medicine of the North, how to anchor an alliance with the spirits here and how you may continue your path with the force of the North in your own medicine bag.
Group 3 will enjoy the presence of Inuit Elder Hivshu, who will be sharing sessions of songs and story-telling from Inuit Indigenous Culture. Hivshu will also be overlooking the process of each one and give the blessings for the initiations at the final Fire Ceremony. 

Residence at Reisa Lodge, Arctic Norway

The Aurora Spirit Retreat will take place at Reisa Lodge which lies within the fabulous Reisa National Park in the far North of Norway. Here we are nestled in a warm, cosy and comfortable lodge in the middle of some of the most fantastic Arctic wilderness, between majestic mountains, right on the riverbed. The vast and pristine nature is astounding, the silence and the fresh crisp air will allow you to drop into complete peace and stillness. Here we are surrounded by scenic nature and wildlife such as eagles, whales, reindeers, wolves and a great number of birds. There is a great lavvo at the lodge, which is a traditional Sami tent similar to  a Native American tipi. The lavvo will be our container for many of the workshops and circles. Sitting on warm  reindeer hides around the fire connects us to the sacred ways of life of our ancestors, providing us with a portal to connect with the elements and with Spirit. 

There will be workshops and activities every day but also time to wind down and enjoy the scenery. The Lodge will be occupied exclusively by our group and we have unlimited access to the outdoor jacuzzi. There is morning yoga available on several days and there is prime scenery right outside the door ideal for hiking and exploring. 

The rooms have private bathrooms and are as a standard shared between two people. There are a few single rooms available for an additional cost. Our world class chefs will provide us with 3 fabulous meals per day in the restaurant. Our chefs will combine their culinary artistry with local produce and traditions and will gladly cater to your dietary restrictions.
Please note that Reisa Lodge is not an ultra-luxurious hotel, it is down-to-earth, cosy and comfortable lodging typical of this part of Norway. The majestic setting itself will provide a once-in-a-lifetime, spectacular experience in unparalleled natural wildlife.

8 Day Aurora Spirit Retreat 
with Anna Bariyani & Curawaka

Reisa National Park, Northern Norway

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BOOKING CONDITIONS:

• Please note that your place in the retreat is only secured upon payment of deposit.
• In order to secure your place in retreat, we ask for a non-refundable deposit of 700 Euros to be paid upon booking.
• The remaining balance must be to be paid in full by August 1st.  
• Preferred payment of remaining fee is by bank transfer. Credit/debit cards or Wise transfer is also available.
  
• We remain the right to cancel your participation if it conflicts with legal or ethical matters.
• We are not able to offer refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, family matters, illness or unexpected weather conditions.
  Please make sure you have a valid travel insurance to protect you from unfortunate circumstances. 
• The price is listed in EURO, we ask that all transfers are made in EURO.
  
• In case the retreat is cancelled from our side, all participants will receive a full refund.
• Cancellations must be sent in writing to retreat@curawaka.com. 
• Accommodation is shared between 2 people per room. All shared rooms have a private bathroom and can offer either double or twin beds.
  Please indicate so in case you are traveling with a friend or partner/spouse so we can arrange your accommodation together. 
• A few single rooms are available for an additional cost. Contact us for information about upgraded accommodation.
• Professional chefs will handle all meals. Please notify us in advance in case you have allergies or dietary restrictions.
  
• Aurora Borealis is a natural phenomenon. Even though we are in the best possible conditions to see it, there is always the small chance that it will not appear. We cannot offer any refunds even in the case of not seeing the Aurora Borealis. ​​​

REFUND POLICY:

We offer this retreat in order to support and growth of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness of all attendees and it requires endless hours of organization and planning. We ensure we have enough funds to do this with the following policy:

• All booking fees (700 euros per person) are non-refundable. 
• Payments of remaining fee (2800 EUR per person) is fully refundable before August 1st 2025. After August 1st 2025, there are no refunds whatsoever.
  
• If you can not attend the retreat, you are welcome to pass on your retreat ticket to a friend or family member, resell your ticket or consider gifting it to someone. If this is the case, please contact us by e-mail to retreat@curawaka.com in order to finalise a replacement. 
• In the case that you wish to resell your ticket, we can also try to help you to resell the ticket if the retreat is already sold out. 
• In order to avoid any concerns regarding committing to attend the retreat, we recommend that you get a travel insurance that has a policy to compensate any loss due to cancellation.

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