Lodge Yggdrasill™ Class Schedule & Available Classes -
Created By: Bress G. Nicneven - Godi Boji
Runestone, Norway.
1. Welcome and Introduction -
A "Meet & Greet", followed by an introduction of Lodge Yggdrasill, its history and tradition. Explanation of our Class Rules / Lagu / Information Gathering / and our "open door" policy.
2. Notebook & Pen / Candle & Stone -
As the name of this class implies (in its title); everything you will need to start your journey. "Energy and its Movement" - Explanation and practice of that movement. All workings are based on this class.
3. The Five Types of Energy -
Explanation of the five types of Energy, and their two main kinds.
4. Energy Within Ritual, and the Practice of that Movement -
How Energy moves within ritual, and the practice of that movement; as it applies to groups vs. solitaires / ritual intent / "the way we do ritual, and why."
5. Grounding / Shielding / Cleansing - A Folkish Triad -
Ways in which to improve your grounding ability, and profficency. How to shield yourself and others. How to properly cleanse yourself, your home, your magickal tools, and your sacred space. How to use and practice all three in a way that promotes spiritual / ritual growth.
6. The Body of Religion -
The 'Religions of the World' are explained in a way that makes sense...and in that sense, one is able to see how and where, we fit into that body.
7. The History of Our Traditions -
The history of the traditions that all fall within the catagory of "Pagan." How they got to where they are today. How long they have exsisted. How they are alike, and how they are different.
8. Magickal Tools -
The origin of the Magickal Tool / the different types / the different kinds / the different names / the different uses. How to make your own.
9. The Year Wheel -
Explanation and discussion of the Greater Sabbats / Lesser Sabbats / Esbats / Seasons / Directions / Quarters / Colours...
10. Rituals Revealed -
The explanation and discussion of the Greater Sabbats / Lesser Sabbats / Esbats / Rites of Passage - their purpose and the basic structure of how they are done.
11. The Sacred Circle - A Witch's Survival Guide -
How to create Sacred Space / Set Quarter Stones-Banners / Build a Sacred Fire, and much more....
12. The Draw / The Dedication / The Hallowing -
A class designed to "test" the practitioner on what they have learned, and how to better improve their skills.
13. The Sacred Movements Within Ritual -
Here, the basic skills are shown and learned by the practitioner about how, and where to move within Ritual.
14. Sacred Movements Within Lodge Yggdrasill's Rituals -
The specific Ritual Movements of Lodge Yggdrasill's Tradition are explained and shown, in this class.
15. Signs & Sigils / Amulets & Talismans / Numerology -
Discussion and explanation of the forementioned topics; how to create them, and how to use them.
16. The Nature Walk - Flora & Fauna -
A "field-trip" designed to make the practitioner identify, and become more aware of their indigeneous surroundings; in both a physical and magickal way.
17. The Spiritual Self & The Magickal Being -
Learning how the two can be separate; and how the two can be used in a powerful way...as one. Also to prompt the practitioner "to be more spiritual", and "to be more magickal."
18. The Healing Voice -
Learning tribal drones / chants / songs. Using tribal instruments (in combination). Learning the "voice in Nature."
19. The Book Of Shadows -
Discussion and explanation of the four types of Books of Shadows, and their uses. What a Book of Shadows contains. How to make one. How to decide if it will become an "heirloom", or if it will be taken "to the grave."
20. Banners For Home And Ritual Space -
Learn how to make them. What they are used for. Their history.
21. Lodge Yggdrasill's Ritual Tradition -
So, you thought you learned everything there was to know in Class 14, huh? Guess again...This class is designed to hone the practitioner's skills, and to refine their individual application. It's the difference between a "good" and a "great" ritual practitioner.
22. Who Are My Gods? -
An explanation of how a practitioner "tests" the Gods and Goddesses that they will pledge allegiance to. Basic names and attributes of Deity. How we are connected. (See Our 'Eddaic Verses' tab - go to 'The Legend of the Eddaic Verses')
23. Magickal Names -
What is a Magickal Name? How do I obtain one? What are the guidelines? Where do I start? Using everything that we have learned so far will prove us well in this class.
24. Preparation For Initiation -
This one is the "deep breath before the plunge!" So, in this class...we remind you to b-r-e-a-t-h-e. Explaination and discussion of what to expect, and how to prepare for your Initiation.
A "Meet & Greet", followed by an introduction of Lodge Yggdrasill, its history and tradition. Explanation of our Class Rules / Lagu / Information Gathering / and our "open door" policy.
2. Notebook & Pen / Candle & Stone -
As the name of this class implies (in its title); everything you will need to start your journey. "Energy and its Movement" - Explanation and practice of that movement. All workings are based on this class.
3. The Five Types of Energy -
Explanation of the five types of Energy, and their two main kinds.
4. Energy Within Ritual, and the Practice of that Movement -
How Energy moves within ritual, and the practice of that movement; as it applies to groups vs. solitaires / ritual intent / "the way we do ritual, and why."
5. Grounding / Shielding / Cleansing - A Folkish Triad -
Ways in which to improve your grounding ability, and profficency. How to shield yourself and others. How to properly cleanse yourself, your home, your magickal tools, and your sacred space. How to use and practice all three in a way that promotes spiritual / ritual growth.
6. The Body of Religion -
The 'Religions of the World' are explained in a way that makes sense...and in that sense, one is able to see how and where, we fit into that body.
7. The History of Our Traditions -
The history of the traditions that all fall within the catagory of "Pagan." How they got to where they are today. How long they have exsisted. How they are alike, and how they are different.
8. Magickal Tools -
The origin of the Magickal Tool / the different types / the different kinds / the different names / the different uses. How to make your own.
9. The Year Wheel -
Explanation and discussion of the Greater Sabbats / Lesser Sabbats / Esbats / Seasons / Directions / Quarters / Colours...
10. Rituals Revealed -
The explanation and discussion of the Greater Sabbats / Lesser Sabbats / Esbats / Rites of Passage - their purpose and the basic structure of how they are done.
11. The Sacred Circle - A Witch's Survival Guide -
How to create Sacred Space / Set Quarter Stones-Banners / Build a Sacred Fire, and much more....
12. The Draw / The Dedication / The Hallowing -
A class designed to "test" the practitioner on what they have learned, and how to better improve their skills.
13. The Sacred Movements Within Ritual -
Here, the basic skills are shown and learned by the practitioner about how, and where to move within Ritual.
14. Sacred Movements Within Lodge Yggdrasill's Rituals -
The specific Ritual Movements of Lodge Yggdrasill's Tradition are explained and shown, in this class.
15. Signs & Sigils / Amulets & Talismans / Numerology -
Discussion and explanation of the forementioned topics; how to create them, and how to use them.
16. The Nature Walk - Flora & Fauna -
A "field-trip" designed to make the practitioner identify, and become more aware of their indigeneous surroundings; in both a physical and magickal way.
17. The Spiritual Self & The Magickal Being -
Learning how the two can be separate; and how the two can be used in a powerful way...as one. Also to prompt the practitioner "to be more spiritual", and "to be more magickal."
18. The Healing Voice -
Learning tribal drones / chants / songs. Using tribal instruments (in combination). Learning the "voice in Nature."
19. The Book Of Shadows -
Discussion and explanation of the four types of Books of Shadows, and their uses. What a Book of Shadows contains. How to make one. How to decide if it will become an "heirloom", or if it will be taken "to the grave."
20. Banners For Home And Ritual Space -
Learn how to make them. What they are used for. Their history.
21. Lodge Yggdrasill's Ritual Tradition -
So, you thought you learned everything there was to know in Class 14, huh? Guess again...This class is designed to hone the practitioner's skills, and to refine their individual application. It's the difference between a "good" and a "great" ritual practitioner.
22. Who Are My Gods? -
An explanation of how a practitioner "tests" the Gods and Goddesses that they will pledge allegiance to. Basic names and attributes of Deity. How we are connected. (See Our 'Eddaic Verses' tab - go to 'The Legend of the Eddaic Verses')
23. Magickal Names -
What is a Magickal Name? How do I obtain one? What are the guidelines? Where do I start? Using everything that we have learned so far will prove us well in this class.
24. Preparation For Initiation -
This one is the "deep breath before the plunge!" So, in this class...we remind you to b-r-e-a-t-h-e. Explaination and discussion of what to expect, and how to prepare for your Initiation.
The above is a 'template' of our 'year-and-a-day' classes. If you wish to know more, or would like to schedule an individual class for yourself and/or your group;
you may do so in the 'Contact Us' page. Thank You.
you may do so in the 'Contact Us' page. Thank You.
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