Ianthi Sparsis (Wanassa•Ma)

Born on the island of Cyprus, the birthplace of the Great Goddess Wanassa, Kypris, Aphrodite, I took my first steps on the rhythmic path to transformation that connected me to the long albeit all but lost lineage of Aphrodite’s frame drumming priestesses on a Friday afternoon in May 2004. I have been a student of the ancient practices of women frame drummers since then. I am also a Keith’s Cacao practitioner, a Chakradance facilitator, and a Reiki Master, with many years of training in meditation, embodiment work, and shamanic rites. I lead group and individual Cacao ceremonies and women’s frame drumming circles, creating a space for women to see, acknowledge, honour, and celebrate the divine feminine in themselves and in each other.