Are you searching for your path in life? Do you want to find yourself spiritually? Or maybe you're simply interested in the history of Barbaricum, Ancient history, or contemporary Paganism? If so, we have something for you! The Druidic Course for Beginners is starting – an elementary introduction to Paganism! This time, both in-person and available via live stream. It's one semester; in the second, we will delve deeper into Druidism from a religious, aesthetic, and ethical perspective. ✨ Course start: November 25, end: February 10, 2026 Course content: - Systematic in-person classes – depending on the number of participants, either at my apartment or at Czarka Tea House. With a large number of interested people, it may be organized elsewhere. If there are participants from outside Krakow, there will also be a live online broadcast – at least one hour (and often much more) per week! - Ongoing contact with the instructor via fanpage and Facebook, Discord, and phone - Tutoring - Certificate of participation in the course [for those interested!] - Final exam confirming the knowledge gained during the course [for those interested!] 🕒 Class schedule – to be determined, proposed: Tuesdays at 19:09 Class timetable – proposal (tentatively Tuesdays, but if another day suits you better, we can try to reschedule): - November 25 - December 2, 9, 16, 30 - January 6, 13, 20, 27 - February 3, 10 The course includes up to 40 hours of work, including 12 sessions in the form of in-person meetings and live webinars, as well as tutoring and consultations. For whom? The course is intended for adults and teenagers from age 15; due to the nature of the instruction, it will work especially well for students and recent graduates, as well as capable and independent teenagers. We place a strong emphasis on independent work! But really, anyone can join. Course level: beginner, at first we will cover philosophy and historical knowledge, get acquainted with the basics of contemporary Paganism and the Druidic Reform, that is: - Those familiar with the druidic community will be able to consolidate basic knowledge and will definitely have an easier start - Those familiar with other Movements within contemporary Neopaganism, and the knowledge already possessed will certainly make starting easier! - Those encountering neopagan thought for the first time, who would like to learn more and consider joining the Pagan Reform (Reformed Druids of Gaia) or another pagan movement. Note! The course is not directly affiliated with any Movement, it's just an option - Those interested in Paganism, wanting to expand their knowledge for personal development, academic work, etc. Course topics: - Getting to know the society of ancient Celts, their origins, social structure, and the role of Druids - Mythology of the Celts, Greeks, Slavs - Ancient philosophy and its influence on contemporary Neopaganism and Pagan Reform - Introduction to philosophy and ethics - Between past and future – ethics in ancient and contemporary pagan source texts - A look at the druidic approach to the meaning of life and the afterlife - Description of the role of the Wheel of the Year, the significance of holidays, and related traditions - History and development of Pagan Reform - Elements of ancient history What will you achieve? Basic orientation in pagan philosophy and Pagan Reform, as well as ancient history and philosophy; you will be able to assess whether the source you are studying is authentic, how to expand your knowledge on the subject, and you will prepare yourself for the next semester if you wish to continue learning! 📝 Registration: Reformed Druids of Gaia Poland fanpage or email: rdg.krakow@o2.pl. In your application, please provide: name, surname, nickname (optional), email, phone number, and whether you want to participate online/offline. 💸 Cost: only 777 PLN! For those who register by November 25, the fee is only 727 PLN! Payment can be split into 2, 3, or 4 installments. No hidden micro-payments, subscriptions, or additional contracts for future courses! You pay us a fair amount for the classes; if you actively participate, the price will be very low, and if not, the loss is small compared to other large courses. Additionally – if you are interested in Initiation to the II Circle within the Reformed Druids of Gaia, this course will be very useful for you. More information in posts on the event! I will not create a recurring event, I will simply create one for each meeting as needed. Instructor: Mateusz "Druid" Tomczyk – graduate of Jagiellonian University, religious studies scholar, philosopher, historian. Druid, founder and leader of the Polish branch of Reformed Druids of Gaia. Initiated priest of the III Circle within Pagan Reform, High Priest of the Krakow Sabbath of Reformed Druids. Teacher of European folk and traditional dances. Lecturer and workshop leader at festivals and conventions. Spiritual advisor, mystic, therapist, speaker, and panelist.
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