Awakening the Puma:
An Introduction to Inka Mysticism

as lead by Valerie Niestrath
May 19-20, 2007

Valerie, a student of Juan Nunez del Prado and Don Americo Yaber, both trained by don Benito Quoriuaman of the Q’ero tribe in the Andes, is a master of the left (magical) and the right (mystical) sides of the Andean path. In 1999, Valerie was initiated as a 4th level paq’o. She is also a Chunpi paq’o, one who opens energy belts with sacred stones she received from a former Chunpi Paq’o. Her ability to travel both sides of the path makes her an excellent teacher. Valerie is passionate about preserving and sharing this indigenous wisdom.

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Explore the ancient teachings of the Inka.
Experience first hand the Kausay Pacha, the world of “living energies.”
Learn about the Inka prophecies which foretell
the major changes (pachacuti) now taking place.


During this workshop Valerie will present an overview of the Andean Tradition and Inka Prophecies. You will learn practical tools for freeing “heavy” energy from the body and for transforming energies that may lead to illness, depression and conflict. Exercises to increase, develop and enhance personal power will be taught and experienced. This is a hands-on seminar, paricipants will be outside both days activating the body’s energy belts, (or eyes of energy called ‘nawis’) using the natural elements of sun, wind, water and earth in rituals and blessings previously performed by the Inkas.

In many beautiful and moving interactive exercises and rituals, students will experience their personal energy field and that of the group. You will begin to “see” and “feel” the dynamics of energy in relationships, and learn ways of creating individual and group growth and expansion. As an initiate of the Andean tradition, you will also learn how to harmonize the poq’po, or human energy field, with the five elements and the forces of nature. These tools enable us to live lives experiencing greater personal energy, happiness, and connection.

Dates: May 19-20, 2007, Saturday and Sunday
8:30am–5pm at EarthTeach Forest Park
D. Indian Memorial Hwy, Ashland, OR.

To Download Registration Forms:
Puma Registration
Cost:$250
Contact: Valerie Niestrath,
val@valerieniestrath.com 488-5610
or Chris Cotton at 541-482-3398, ccotton@mind.net

Please make payment to:
The Way Foundation, 780 S. Mountain Ave. Ashland, OR 97520
A portion of the proceeds goes to The Way Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that oversees EarthTeach Forest Park.


As written about in "Initiation, A Spiritual Adventure into the Heart of the Andes" by Elizabeth Jenkins.

Explore the ancient teachings of the Inka and experience first hand the world of 'living energies.' During this workshop you will be presented an overview of the Andean Tradition and Inka Prophecies.  Learn practical tools for freeing "heavy" energy from the body and how to transform energies that may lead to illness, depression and conflict to create health and well-being.  Learn exercises to increase, develop and enhance personal power. This is a hands-on seminar where you will be outside both days activating your body's energy centers using the natural elements of sun, wind, water and earth.

You will learn ancient rituals and blessings performed by the Inkas centuries ago.  You will learn the Inka Prophecies foretelling a major change now taking place on the planet through the year 2012. In many beautiful and moving interactive exercises and rituals participants will experience their personal energy field and that of the group.  They will begin to "see" and "feel" the dynamics of energy in relationships and ways to trigger the expansion of individual and group growth. Initiates are also taught to harmonize the or human energy field, with the five elements and the forces of nature, leading to a high state of personal energy, happiness, and connection to life.

Valerie teaches the basic spiritual tools of the Andean tradition, including the healing techniques of transforming energy, how to harmonize diverse energy fields, cleansing and refueling your personal energy field.  She reveals the Inka prophecies for the new millennium, considered to be a 'critical period' in the evolution of collective consciousness, and gives an in-depth discussion on the implication of these prophecies for our daily lives.  You will go home with spiritual tools you can start using right away!

"There are not words to thank you enough for the weekend in Pueblo, CO. You are an amazing teacher and have truly made a difference in my life. I am committed to doing the work and following the path. It feels right, like what I have searched for. Thank you, Thank you."
— Jennifer Gray, Real Estate of the Rockies


Introduction to Andean Mysticism will assist you to:
*Connect with living energy to enrich and nurture your being
*Access clarity and strenth to live the life you were destined to live
*Resolve conflict and disperse heavy energy.
*Meet and overcome fears with courage and compassion.
*Develop personal power and spiritual authority from within.
*Integrate and harmonize your inner masculine and feminine.
*Develop and access innter resources not experienced before.
*Feel healthy, vital, happy and balanced.
*Experience peace, harmony and belonging in every day life