13th House Mystery School Tradition Presents:
An Introduction to the philosophy and ritual practice of Witchcraft
This course is designed for adults 19 and over who are called to begin actively exploring Witchcraft, and Animistic Belief systems.
Schedule: Contact our registrar for current schedule
Classroom: Victoria BC
Instructors: Various 13th House Black Cord Elders
Cost: $240
13th House is a creative eclectic tradition, formalized on the Autumn Equinox of 1993, with a focus on teaching, healing, and the arts. This course is a culmination of a great many years of collective experience and exploration of the Craft and reflects the diverse
and rich variety of backgrounds and practices that the facilitators of the Tradition bring to the course.
Schedule: Contact our registrar for current schedule
Classroom: Victoria BC
Instructors: Various 13th House Black Cord Elders
Cost: $240
13th House is a creative eclectic tradition, formalized on the Autumn Equinox of 1993, with a focus on teaching, healing, and the arts. This course is a culmination of a great many years of collective experience and exploration of the Craft and reflects the diverse
and rich variety of backgrounds and practices that the facilitators of the Tradition bring to the course.
Course Topics and Learning Outcomes
The Wheel of the Year: You will be given a diagrammatic ‘map’ of the traditional, 8-spoked Wheel of the Year as observed by Witches and Celtic Shamans. This will include the major seasonal fire-festivals; our seasonal cycle of celebrations and how
they relate to the elements, directions, and astrological year.
Essential Beliefs, Values & Principles: You will be presented with an overview of the essential Beliefs, Values & Principles that lie at the foundations of Witchcraft and Celtic Shamanism as Earth centered Animistic belief systems.
Creating Sacred Space: You will learn of the various ways to create a safe and intentional container for working in circle and performing ceremony and ritual. Included will be a discussion of altars, energy clearing, and consecration of tools.
Ritual Design and Conduct: You will receive grounding in ritual conduct, ethics, and in-circle etiquette, as well as instruction in the various kinds of Rituals and their Psycho-Spiritual significance and purpose. A basic format for a simple ritual practice will be
included.
Spell Making: An exploration into the art and craft of verbal and written spells and how they work. A discussion of various kinds of spells and their uses. An examination of the philosophy and logic inherent in spellcasting.
The Art and Science of Lunar Magic: An exploration of Lunar Magic, including the cyclical nature of the moon, the corresponding energies associated with each lunar phase, and the working of lunar magic.
they relate to the elements, directions, and astrological year.
Essential Beliefs, Values & Principles: You will be presented with an overview of the essential Beliefs, Values & Principles that lie at the foundations of Witchcraft and Celtic Shamanism as Earth centered Animistic belief systems.
Creating Sacred Space: You will learn of the various ways to create a safe and intentional container for working in circle and performing ceremony and ritual. Included will be a discussion of altars, energy clearing, and consecration of tools.
Ritual Design and Conduct: You will receive grounding in ritual conduct, ethics, and in-circle etiquette, as well as instruction in the various kinds of Rituals and their Psycho-Spiritual significance and purpose. A basic format for a simple ritual practice will be
included.
Spell Making: An exploration into the art and craft of verbal and written spells and how they work. A discussion of various kinds of spells and their uses. An examination of the philosophy and logic inherent in spellcasting.
The Art and Science of Lunar Magic: An exploration of Lunar Magic, including the cyclical nature of the moon, the corresponding energies associated with each lunar phase, and the working of lunar magic.
Additional Information
Registration Information: Once you have been interviewed and accepted by our registrar and have paid a deposit of $75, we will hold your spot, however we recommend full payment of $240 at the time of registration and acceptance into the class, otherwise full payment is due 3 weeks before the start date.
Refunds and Roll-overs: If you withdraw from enrolment 2 weeks before start of class, you will receive a full refund. After this date the deposit amount of $75 is nonrefundable. Before (date TBA) your $75 deposit can be ‘rolled over’ to the next scheduled session of classes without penalty. A ‘roll over’ can only be made once.
Students needing to withdraw from classes due to emergency or illness after (date TBA) will be given the option of rolling over the deposit portion of their tuition ($75) to a subsequent session, but the balance will be non-refundable since we cannot fill that
place in the class. Those withdrawing beyond 2nd session will not be reimbursed. Any refunds due will be processed within 2 weeks from the date of withdrawing from the course.
Classroom Etiquette: We wish to maintain an atmosphere of respect, trust and acceptance for all thoughts and feelings that are revealed in class. We ask that you be sensitive to each other’s potential vulnerabilities and views, and resist the urge to
interpret, evaluate, compare, or advise one another regarding personal issues or practices that may be discussed in the classroom. Please refrain from promoting personal business during class time.
Is this class for you? Are you feeling a ‘calling’ to explore your magic and are ready to begin to build a foundation for your practice? If so, this class may be for you. Do you already identify as a witch, have experience working in circle alone or with a group?
This may not be your best choice.
Please note: There are many traditions of Witchcraft. The term ‘Wicca’ refers to a Neo-Pagan religious movement, however we do not limit ourselves or others to this definition, which is why we prefer to use more inclusive terms and offer teaching and guidance within the context of Witchcraft and Shamanism. Each teacher may approach and define their practice differently and we do not share a common Book of Shadows or adhere to dogma.
IF YOU WISH TO PROCEED, PLEASE CONTACT OUR REGISTRAR:
Angela Bone [email protected]
Refunds and Roll-overs: If you withdraw from enrolment 2 weeks before start of class, you will receive a full refund. After this date the deposit amount of $75 is nonrefundable. Before (date TBA) your $75 deposit can be ‘rolled over’ to the next scheduled session of classes without penalty. A ‘roll over’ can only be made once.
Students needing to withdraw from classes due to emergency or illness after (date TBA) will be given the option of rolling over the deposit portion of their tuition ($75) to a subsequent session, but the balance will be non-refundable since we cannot fill that
place in the class. Those withdrawing beyond 2nd session will not be reimbursed. Any refunds due will be processed within 2 weeks from the date of withdrawing from the course.
Classroom Etiquette: We wish to maintain an atmosphere of respect, trust and acceptance for all thoughts and feelings that are revealed in class. We ask that you be sensitive to each other’s potential vulnerabilities and views, and resist the urge to
interpret, evaluate, compare, or advise one another regarding personal issues or practices that may be discussed in the classroom. Please refrain from promoting personal business during class time.
Is this class for you? Are you feeling a ‘calling’ to explore your magic and are ready to begin to build a foundation for your practice? If so, this class may be for you. Do you already identify as a witch, have experience working in circle alone or with a group?
This may not be your best choice.
Please note: There are many traditions of Witchcraft. The term ‘Wicca’ refers to a Neo-Pagan religious movement, however we do not limit ourselves or others to this definition, which is why we prefer to use more inclusive terms and offer teaching and guidance within the context of Witchcraft and Shamanism. Each teacher may approach and define their practice differently and we do not share a common Book of Shadows or adhere to dogma.
IF YOU WISH TO PROCEED, PLEASE CONTACT OUR REGISTRAR:
Angela Bone [email protected]
