Spiral Winds Grove will begin a new series of classes in mid 2007, exact
date TBD. These classes are designed for Seekers at all levels of
training in Wicca, and previous knowledge of Wicca is not a prerequisite
to enrollment in these classes. These classes are intended as part
of an Initiation-track course leading to the possibility of Dedication and
Initiation into the Coven should the Seeker so desire. Our classes
are not exactly "Wicca 101," but rather "Wicca the way we do it." Concepts
from basic introductory Wicca to advanced philosophical doctrines will be
addressed. The intent is to deliver to the student the set of symbols
and core belief structures necessary to allow the student to participate
synergistically and productively in Spiral Winds' rituals. The classes
will also allow the student to explore our version and vision of Wicca, and
to evaluate whether they wish to continue studying with us at the conclusion
of the class series. Finally, the classes will lay the seeds of group
mind between students and the present members of the Coven, which is important
to magickal workings in the Coven environment.
These classes will give the Seeker a general knowledge of the philosophy
and praxis of Spiral Winds' version of Wicca. We are an eclectic tradition
emphasizing a mystical approach to the Craft, and this is reflected in our
class structure. Topics which will be covered include Sacred Geometry,
the Wheel of the Year, Wiccan theology/thealogy, myth analysis, shielding
techniques, basic shamanism, divination, ritual structure, elemental correspondences
and interactions with the elementals, the nature of the Circle and of ritual
tools, divination, Kabbala and Hermetics, Wiccan ethics, and several others.
At the conclusion of the classes, the Seeker is given the opportunity to
Dedicate to the Grove, if they so wish. However, there is no obligation
for the student to continue studying with Spiral Winds at the conclusion
of the classes. The classes are free of charge, although a small fee
will be collected to cover Xeroxing fees only.
Students who are interested in attending these classes should contact Lady Selene for more information
and to arrange an interview.