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MiddleWorld Mysteries of the Storied Lands

You are here because you have expressed interest in our MiddleWorld Mysteries program. It begins in November each year (with some exceptions). The information contained here will help you decide whether stepping onto this path makes sense for you at this time and will allow you to consider your commitment and potential registration more deeply.

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First a little about Ninth Wave Arts ...

The MiddleWorld Mysteries program is hosted by Ninth Wave Arts.

Ninth Wave Arts is a not-for-profit organization, offering educational opportunities grounded in the remembrance and reclamation of Folk Wisdom and Folk Arts. The MiddleWorld Mysteries community is held well by Ninth Wave Arts, and the three year program is held well within that.

The program is guided by folks who have moved through it themselves. Additionally, a team of volunteers supports all the work of Ninth Wave Arts to make the program possible.

We acknowledge the efforts of those guiding participants through the three year journey of the program. And we appreciate the volunteers who keep all the Ninth Wave Arts offerings rolling.

HEY EVERYBODY - YOU ROCK!

The Path

These teachings take us down the Druid path, back to the old ways of community, sovereignty, connection to land, cycle and dreaming.

We travel the song lines to the un-authored places, walking the pathways to places of old in the folds between ordinary and non-ordinary worlds, including Avalon, inviting doorways to open to the mystery realms where liminal voices whisper for us to remember.

We invite Spirits of Place, the Old Gods and the Ancestral Ones to join us in our journey as we awaken the cosmological trinity and land our feet in both worlds, a heart bridge in service to healing.

We move by way of oral tradition, and although there are many books to support our work, participation, experience and community collaboration allow for the most growth and learning. We find our way together, inviting an organic quality to our meandering as we move along the spiral line.

Our learnings cover her/history, story, song, healing practices, divination practices, breath work, journey work, folk craft, land skills and much more.

We develop relationships with the Otherworld and find our own guides and our own way through the mysteries.

This can be a lifelong path. We offer a three-year program as a start, which supports a good foundation for settling the work in blood, breath and bone.

Ready to hear more?  Read on...

 

A three year journey that can continue into a lifelong experience

 

Three years gives us three opportunities to move through cycle together.
Three years of seasons, moons, stories, practices, sharings and learnings. Each time we spiral 'round we deepen our connection to the MiddleWorld territory.
 
Commitment is one year at a time. 
 
1st Cycle (1 yr)
Remembering the Story
Be guided by those more experienced to learn the cosmology and teachings of the MiddleWorld tradition. 
 
2nd Cycle (1 yr)
Walking the Path
Step into deeper teachings and MiddleWorld relations and embody the practices.
 
3rd Cycle (1 yr)
Awakening the Dream 
Come into service to your own growth and the MiddleWorld energies. Discover your inherent story and skills.
 
We move through the program flowing with cycle and watching for signs that tell us what teaching to bring forward next. This is not an academic offering. You won't find detailed outlines, expected outcomes or specific notes here. Instead, those guiding you bring their experience, expertise and wisdom forward, so you can find yours! These teachings have been carried along from a lineage line of wisdom teachings, source cosmologies, community remembrance and reclamation. We engage both ordinary and non-ordinary realms. 
 
These teachings lead us to ancient wisdom, lore and the cauldrons of the soul. This is a healing path, a path of the heart, and a possible answer to what you may find yourself yearning.

The work requires ...

An Open Mind and Open Heart

We will be co-creating an energetic container together in relation to the actual energetic and physical territory of the MiddleWorld. An open mind and open heart will support the experience and allow us to remember the story, walk the path and awaken the dream together, in resonant coherence.

Commitment

Please consider your commitment carefully. We have the opportunity to feel ourselves through the ebb and flow of a full year cycle; at times inspired, at times challenged. It's all part of the process. Be prepared to follow through. Your attendance and participation makes a difference to the whole. Our way forward depends on each other. Each person brings value to the whole. Once we know you're participating, the teaching team will begin holding energetic space for you as a participant. If you bring your intent forward - it contributes to group coherence in the energy field - whether your physical body follows through or not. Yes, it's a real thing. :o) 

Community

Reclaiming the old way of community is necessary for understanding the path. We participate as individuals with an awareness to the whole of community. We can practice individually, but the most benefit comes from the synergy of community experience.

Sovereignty

We are responsible for recognizing our innate authority, especially when we come into group together. Sovereign beings participate in authentic ways in care of the community experience, while holding responsibility for personal experience. The group moves together at a pace that includes everyone.

Homework 

We will be building our own MiddleWorld support 'kit' of activities and items. This will include personal healing practices, journalling, 'dreaming', crafting various items, including garb & accessories, reading lore and getting to know the cycles of nature, moon and sun. Many suggestions of 'homework' will present themselves along the way. 

Our time together.

We offer three ways to attend this program. If at all possible, we recommend the weekly style as it tends to build the strongest practice. The hybrid version is a good option if you are at a distance and limited in the ability to attend the online weekly version.

In-person Option

Weekly gatherings

2 hrs in length

Onsite at Ninth Wave Arts (4596 Carp Rd.) 

Both evening and daytime cohorts are available to choose from.

Online Option

Weekly gatherings

2 hrs in length

On Zoom

Generally offered as a daytime cohort

Hybrid Option

A combination of in-person weekend gatherings and occasional online gatherings

Offsite locations

A combination of daytime and evening offerings

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All options allow for extra opportunities to connect in community at various points through cycle.  

 

Schedule 2024/2025

1st Cycle - In-Person Options

(2nd yr folk can also choose to attend these options, please inquire)

Tuesday evenings 7-9pm starting April 29th, 2025

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Wednesday mornings 9:30-11:30am starting April 30th, 2025

OR

Wednesday afternoons 1-3pm starting April 30th, 2025

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1st Cycle - Online Option

(for those at a distance, or who feel more ease being online - 2nd yr folk can also choose to attend this option, please inquire)

Thursday mornings 9-11am starting May 1st, 2025

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1st Cycle - Hybrid Option

(for those at a distance or those with limited weekly time)

 

TBD with a plan to offer a hybrid option in Vermont beginning mid-late April, 2025

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2nd Cycle - In-Person

Wednesday evenings starting November 13th

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3rd Cycle - In-Person

Wednesday evenings starting November 13th

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We aim keep all groups small in size.

 

 

Cost

In the old ways, community inherently recognized and practiced reciprocity. These days, we've come to a different kind of social agreement - we use money. Whether you personally believe or participate in the system, it is the present way of energy exchange.

Shortly after completing this form, you'll receive information on pricing. 1st cycle programs tend to run between $1600-$2500 per year. (Hybrid programs may have additional associated costs.) We have different payment options.

Cost should not be prohibitive to attending. We work very hard to make the program accessible to all who have interest. Please inquire.

We are a not-for-profit organization, and we have real physical costs that need to be covered. We can only run a program if our costs are covered. 

Do you feel the call?

If so, we need some information from you to engage your intention to confirm your commitment to the program cycle. 

Question 9 of 12

First, which cycle cohort & format are you interested in?  

A

1st yr Cycle - IN-PERSON - Tuesdays 7-9pm, starting April 29th, 2025 at the Ninth Wave Arts Space (4596 Carp Rd) (Also open to 2nd yr folk, please inquire.)

B

1st yr Cycle - IN-PERSON - Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am starting April 30th, 2025 at the Ninth Wave Arts Space (4596 Carp Rd) (Also open to 2nd yr folk, please inquire.)

C

1st yr Cycle - IN-PERSON - Wednesdays 1-3pm starting April 30th, 2025 at the Ninth Wave Arts Space (4596 Carp Rd) (Also open to 2nd yr folk, please inquire.)

D

1st yr Cycle - ONLINE - Thursdays 9-11am starting May 1st, 2025 online on zoom. (Also open to 2nd yr folk, please inquire.)

E

2nd yr Cycle - IN-PERSON - Wednesday evenings starting November 13th, 2024 at the Ninth Wave Arts Space (4596 Carp Rd)

F

3rd yr Cycle - IN-PERSON - Wednesday evenings starting November 13th, 2024 at the Ninth Wave Arts Space (4596 Carp Rd)

G

1st yr Cycle - HYBRID - starting mid-late April, 2025 in Vermont US (details TBD)

Question 10 of 12

Now, let us know your name (first and last), your address, your email, and your phone number.

Question 11 of 12

Last, let us know a little about yourself. What calls you to this program? Do you have any previous experience with this kind of teachings? 

Now what?

We will be in touch with you shortly to arrange payment.

We look forward to meeting you and spiralling the cycle together.

Thank you! Bright Blessings!

 

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