Brighid’s Academy Foundation Level

Introduction to Herbalism Belfast

Thank you for your interest in Brighid’s Academy! 

Located in the ancient Centre of Celtic Ireland, 10 minutes from the sacred Hill of Uisneach, the house and gardens are nestled in the midst of country pastures. Brighid’s Academy is inspired by the Hedgerow schools of old Ireland and the Greek temenos, a sanctuary for education and spiritual exploration.

Ginas’ home and the school are dedicated to Brighid as a sanctuary for Peace and Harmony. She chose the word Academy purposely. It’s original meaning is a grove of trees where Plato, the philosopher, taught.  Brighid’s Academy is set in a grove of trees and philosophy is taught here.  Wictionary defines Academy as “A school or place of training in which some special art is taught”. The art of Herbalism is taught here. Druidic teachings were imparted in groves of trees. Brighid’s Academy is in the style of the ancient Druid schools, the Native American Medicine Lodge, the Hindu ashram and the like. 

Dates

Belfast venue TBC

In person

Sat & Sun - February 21&22, July 4&5, November 22

Online

Tuesdays

March 23. April 27, May 25, June 29, August 10, September 14, October 12

  • How to identify and use plants for healing

  • How to prepare herbal medicines simply and safely in your own home

  • How to grow, wildcraft and harvest the herbs in an ecologically sound way

  • How to keep yourself, your family and your community healthy

  • How to heal a variety of illnesses

  • A deeper understanding of human anatomy and physiology

  • Plant Spirit Medicine and the Wheel of Life

  • Falling in love with the Plant People

  • Classes are hands-on, learning by doing

Course Content

Your Learning Journey

The courses offered are aligned with certain traditions of the ancient Mystery Schools.  They are about personal empowerment and transformation, healing and connection to Nature and Source. It is an opportunity to gather tools and develop skills for living in deeper harmony with All-That-Is, for living a more natural life, aligned with Who You Really Are….for falling ever more deeply in love with the Earth and with Life.

The best way to achieve success in this course is to commit.

Throw yourself into it.  Steep yourself in the teachings

Not only will you complete the course with much herbal and healing wisdom, 

You will be more empowered, stronger in yourself, carrying your wisdom with you on your next steps into your new PRESENT.

Investment

I offer two payment options

  • Single payment €1000

    OR

  • Two payments

    • €500 (first payment on booking)

    • €600 (second payment due one month before start)

A School of Herbalism, Celtic Culture & Holistic Healing