What we’re about
Cyndy Paige, owner of Rhythm of the Earth, is a long-time student of Sun Bear's Chippewa Medicine Wheel, and she uses the teachings of the wheel to inspire the circles to create a connection between heart, soul and the natural world. The Earth Mother and the plants and animals we share her with have much to teach us!
"The entire experience of the Sacred Circle is of course...healing. The drum rhythms I teach are ancient, mostly slow, meditative and deeply transformative (the heartbeat for instance). They feel of course, quite shamanic because we connect with the energies of the earth...the animals...the elements...the trees...the stones...the heart of the Earth Mother. We also connect with whatever each circle member’s experience of the divine is...whatever name, feeling, system or belief. Even though I teach from a Native American foundation, it matters not what or who (divine energy) you bring to the circle...all are honored. At the core...the experience of the Rhythms, Dances, Sounds, and Energy of the circle, are deeply Spiritual, and of course a feeling of Unity, Peace and Balance is possible. The space in the center of a lovingly created sound cannot help but heal and expand our hearts. Absolutely no experience is needed, and if you don’t have a frame drum, one will be provided."
Cyndy Snake Dancer Paige received the name “Snake Dancer” from Spirit in a profound Vision Quest experience. She is a Council member of the Buffalo Trace Society. She is a traditionally trained Shamanic Sound Healer and Sacred Drum and Rattle Maker who has extensively studied Earth honoring traditions, in initiatory type apprenticeships, with indigenous elders.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Living with the Trickster - Coyote Healing Weekend RetreatVass, Vass, NC$300.00
Unexpected change - upending everything - what do we do with it? In this weekend retreat, we'll work with the teachings of Coyote - thought to be the Trickster in Native American tradition - to explore what we need to learn and apply in our lives. Together we'll hold ceremony, journey, drum, sing simple sacred songs, and have invitation to share from our lives & experiences to create a space for personal healing, rest, rejuvenation, or what is most needed. Along with Coyote, we'll work with the element of fire, the emotions, and the energy of summer.
The lessons for our personal growth during the time of Coyote on the Medicine Wheel are Growth, Trust, & Love.
You are welcome, regardless of experience. There are no prerequisites.
We will meet at 10 am - 6 pm EDT on Saturday & 10 am - 4 pm EDT on Sunday, June 1 & 2, at a private home in Vass, North Carolina. Please bring your lunch each day. If you live outside of the area and need overnight housing, hotels are available in the area.
The energy exchange is $300. This may be paid directly via check, via Zelle by sending $300 to 610-563-3918, or with a small fee added via credit or debit card:
https://link.clover.com/urlshortener/JCgc8rTo register, email info@RhythmOfTheEarth.com, or call/text 610-563-3918.
Special Note: This retreat dovetails with a committed & regular group practice that starts later in June & meets online through the summer, where we dive more deeply into Growth, Trust, Love, and the teachings of Coyote from the Medicine Wheel of Life. The summer online practice is especially for those who want a deeper exploration of the teachings & personal growth in a supportive group environment. Each quadrant of the Medicine Wheel offered in its corresponding season with that season's particular teachings (Spring - Eagle, Summer - Coyote, Autumn - Bear, Winter - White Buffalo). If you'd like to learn more, see the Meetup entry for the online summer quadrant, which begins later in June:
https://www.meetup.com/drum-journey-and-sound-healing-circles-north-carolina/events/300826542/Or you're welcome to email info@RhythmOfTheEarth.com or call/text 610-563-3918.
Be Well,
Cyndy - Medicine Wheel Drum BirthingVass, Vass, NC$488.00
Drums are empowering instruments that we can use to honor Spirit and to heal, clear, and generate energy. Through 2 days of ceremony, guided journey, and hands-on creating, you will have space to develop a deep relationship with the drum you are birthing. You may journey to the heart of your new drum and ask how it wishes to manifest its journey on its Earth walk.
Will the drum you are creating be a personal medicine tool, a community tool, a healing tool? In the process of birthing your drum, it is possible to experience a deep-seated initiatory-type transformation and integration of your personal power.
Cyndy and Spirit will guide you through all of the simple techniques of creating your drum.
It is my honor to help you bring your drum into being.
ENERGY EXCHANGE: $488.00 which includes all materials to make a 16" round Sacred Medicine Wheel Drum with a Horse or Cowskin drum head on a Canadian Cedar frame, plus a custom drum beater. Other sizes and skins (Buffalo, Elk, Deer) are available upon request at an extra charge.
A $200 deposit is due when you register, payment in full is due by June 3, 2024. Please contact Cyndy to work out the specifics of your drum in advance of the birthing day.
To register, provide your deposit (with a small fee added) by clicking on the link below:
https://link.clover.com/urlshortener/PLsyQH
And email Cyndy at info@RhythmOfTheEarth.com or call/text Cyndy at 610-563-3918.Time & PLACE: We will meet in Vass, North Carolina on Saturday, June 22 at 10 am - 6 pm EDT and on Sunday, June 23 at 10 am - 5 pm EDT. Exact location details will be provided after registration. Please bring your lunch each day, and a snack will be provided. This is a non-residential retreat. For those traveling, there are hotels in the area.