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ISTA Level 1

Spiritual Sexual Shamanic Initiation

21st -27th Jan 2026| Goa, India

SPIRITUAL… SEXUAL… SHAMANIC… each of these three areas alone carries enormous potential for liberation, freedom, love, and joy, as well as charge for shadow and misuse of power.

If you are ready to transform your life, this experiential 7-day training is for you!

Thousands of people on 5 continents in over 50 countries have attended Soul Craft trainings over the past 10 years.

Many have been radically changed by uncovering reactive patterns and transforming them into conscious and more loving ways of being.

In Level 1 (SSSEx), a team of skilled Temple Arts Faculty will share, inspire, guide and support you to bring light to the shadows where your power awaits to be reclaimed.

You will receive information, guidance and lots of experiential practice around:

  • self-love
  • boundaries and consent
  • emotional release
  • voice dialogue
  • shamanic tools
  • shadow work
  • the ability to manifest
  • accessing your inner gender opposite
  • conscious communication
  • transformational breathwork
  • ancient rituals of healing/initiation and powerful sexual clearing/activation processes


How To Register?

Step-1 Click on the register now button


Step-2 Fill the registration form


Step-3 Pay a minimum 500 EUR deposit to secure your place. (Bank/Payment details in the registration form) If your application is accepted you will receive a welcome email within a few days of submitting both your registration form and your payment. Please don’t make travel arrangements before confirming you have been approved.

  • Regular – 2050 EUR
  • Repeater (Limited Spots) – 1650 EUR
  • Early bird (FULLY BOOKED!) – 1750 EUR
  • Nationals (Limited Spots) – 1350 EUR
  • Assistant (Limited Spots) – 1150 EUR
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FAQ’S

What is ISTA?

ISTA is a decentralized organization working within the field of embodied spirituality. At the core of its values are transformation, freedom, love, and self-empowerment. ISTA works with emotions, the body, shamanic tools, and ritual, and it acknowledges and respects the healing power of Eros.

The broad purpose of ISTA’s SSSEx (ISTA Level 1) training is to support adults of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, and spiritual inclinations in knowing and expressing their boundaries, navigating relationships, safely moving emotional energy, and accessing the transformative power of touch through breath, sound, and movement.

More in-depth information about ISTA can be found on the ISTA About page. And more specific information about the SSSEx (ISTA Level 1) training can be found on the ISTA Level 1 About page.

What can I expect at my first ISTA event?

Be ready for a journey— but one that you can take at your own pace. While what you will experience in your first ISTA event is based on simple principles and techniques, it will likely elicit powerful experiences. Expect individual and group processes, fun time, deep emotional work, embodied practices and ceremonies, dance, and new insights! We encourage you to go at your own pace and remind you that you can choose to participate in or pass on any given activity. This is a no-judgment zone!

I’m interested in attending an ISTAt event. Where do I start?

The first step is going to the trainings page and finding a Level 1 with a location and team that inspires you. Each Level 1 has a different organizer; you will find their contacts on each training page. Once you’ve chosen the training you want to attend, get in touch with the organizer, and they will tell you what the next steps are.

I am in a relationship. Should I attend ISTA Level 1 with my partner?

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer to this question, but we know from experience that attending Level 1 solo or with your partner will make for a different journey. If you have the opportunity, we recommend that you gift yourself both experiences. If you choose to attend with your partner, some of our seminars may provide discounts for couples—make sure to check with your organizer.

Regardless of your decision, if you are in a relationship, we highly encourage you to have a conversation with your partner about expectations, agreements, and boundaries prior to your participation in the event. If you are not familiar with these kinds of conversations, please let your organizer know so they can support you.

Are ISTA events for everyone?

Almost! We work hard to make ISTA events inclusive and welcoming for all; however, there are a couple of requirements that are set for the safety and well-being of all participants. First, to attend an ISTA event, you must be over 21 years old. You also need to be in good physical and mental health. ISTA events involve movement, stretching, and breathing exercises that require a solid base of physical health. Our events also delve into deep emotional work and experiences, which can bring up sensitive memories or past traumas. While these experiences are often transformative, they are best engaged from a place of stable mental health.

ISTA event intake forms include questions about your physical and mental health, and we ask that you complete these forms with honesty. If you have any doubts, please share them with your event organizer so they can discuss the best options for your individual situation.

While those above are the most strict requirements, we would also say that ISTA is for you if you care about your personal transformation, find resonance with embodiment and spirituality, and believe that sexuality and emotions are part of your evolutionary journey.

If you’re unsure whether ISTA is a match, we welcome you to contact info@ista.life for any questions.

How many people attend ISTA events?

The size of ISTA groups has grown significantly over the years, and there are differences depending on location and time of the year. As of 2023, you can expect an ISTA training to involve between twenty and sixty or more participants. If the group size is important to you, please contact the organizer of your training; they will be happy to support you.

How are ISTA faculty trained?

ISTA faculty come from a variety of cultural and spiritual backgrounds. To be considered an apprentice (the prior phase to becoming an ISTA faculty member), someone needs to have extensive experience facilitating groups. After becoming faculty, we continue upgrading and educating our staff through our Continuous Education program.

At the moment, our in-house training is focused on trauma awareness, diversity, and inclusion.

Testimonials Background

TESTIMONIALS / STORIES

Ernesto Cortes

Ernesto Cortes

Level 1 Participant

“This is the most beautiful, intense, and challenging process I have ever participated in. ISTA makes you a better human.”

Kaila Wexelberg

Kaila Wexelberg

Level 1 Participant

“What an amazing experience! This training pushed me to the next level of what I knew is possible in human interaction and in myself and the steps it takes to embody full sovereignty and the freedom of love and claiming my own power.”

Mudita Gonseta Spinner

Mudita Gonseta Spinner

Level 1 Participant

“My childhood dream was (and still is) to live in a community where we all eat, pray, dance together, share all our joys and fears without discrimination of age or race. I found that with ISTA.”

Shakti Banu Mettia

Shakti Banu Mettia

Level 1 Participant

“I felt so safe and comfortable with a lot of beautiful people from all over the world and I could surrender to the process as the teachers were so experienced in holding the space so beautifully.”