Spirit Camp
Enter the waters. Join us in waterfall cleansing ceremonies (Shiniwa), where the living water combines with the element of air to remove limiting beliefs and other constrictions that no longer serve us. Consecrate wellness in calm ocean pools.
Listen for the old songs. Activate ancient singing, drumming, and dance from pre-Celtic times, remembered in the body, awakened in the bones and filled with proverbial wisdom.
Discover what listens through you. Explore the hidden languages of mediumship and the ancestral ways of recognizing, tending, and strengthening the subtle gifts that move between worlds and within you.
Drink the land. Learn the use of fresh Hawaiian and other medicinal herbs in tea ceremony and healing. Be guided into the ancient practice of Tira—a touch tradition that uses smooth sticks akin to Lomi Lomi and Chinese acupressure.
Sit in council. Gather with Haha (Fuana), the council of 9 and others—elders beyond time—where stories, healing practices and wisdom are shared.
A remembering. A cleansing. A return. A time for deep healing, quiet power, and becoming more fully who you have always been.
Bana Kuma Orchestra Camp
Musicians: Any instrument and all levels welcome. Whether you want to learn the drum, marimba, ukulele, or play the tuba, there is space for you in the Orchestra. You will learn 4 pieces of music that represent the 4 elements. These original Chris Berry compositions will be performed at Flow Fest 2026.
Dancers: All levels welcome! You will learn choreography for 4 dances that represent the 4 elements. You will also learn song that accompanies these dances. We will also take time for costume making using new and old techniques.
Singers: Everyone sings, and there is also space for those who want to focus on singing leads or leading the chorus.
Meal Plan: Meals are available upon request prior to camp and will be approximately $40 per day for 3 meals. Vegan and Vegetarian options available.
Camping: Camping is available for $20 per night. Campers must provide all of their own camping gear. Please inquire for more details.
Location: The camp will be based in Kalapana and Mauri Orabut also for 2 days at a waterfall site in Hamakua.
To register: Venmo half of the suggested donation to @chris-berry-51 or Paypal to Avecuentame@gmail.com
For more info or work trade offerings, contact: FlowFestHawaii@gmail.com
Get a Feel for the Fun
These rhythms and dances are original compositions by Chris Berry, coded with wisdom to bring more grace and harmony to our lives.
More Information & Logistics
Location: The camp will be based in Kalapana and Mauri Orabut also for 2 days at a waterfall site in Hamakua.
Local Airport: Hilo International Airport (ITO)
Ground Transportation: The drive from ITO to our gathering is approximately 50 minutes. We will offer shuttle transportation from and to ITO airport for $50 a person per trip. There will be parking available should you choose to have your own vehicle. Rental cars are available on island through services like Turo and various companies whose options you can search through sites like Kayak.
Meal Plan: Meals are available upon request prior to camp and will be approximately $40 per day for 3 meals. Vegan and Vegetarian options available.
Camping: Camping is available for $20 per night. Campers must provide all of their own camping gear. Please inquire for more details.
To register: Venmo half of the investment due to @chris-berry-51 or Paypal to Avecuentame@gmail.com For more info or work trade offerings, contact: FlowFestHawaii@gmail.com
What To Pack: Registered participants will receive information on What to Pack.
Additional Options: If you or a small group are interested in having a focused council with Fuana, that is available at a special rate of $300 for gathering participants.
Self Investment: $500 per camp / $424 kama’āina / $750 both camps (includes Flow Fest pass)
Work-trade and scholarship available.
Questions? Please send them to FlowFestHawaii@gmail.com.
Chris Berry is spear head of this gathering. Singer, drummer, gwenyambira, dancer, composer, medium and more, he has composed many rhythms and dances that activate beautiful, sacred altering. Visit his music site here.
Learn some more about Chris Berry and his journey with music and mediumship here.
Esme Olivia is co-organizer of this gathering. She is assistant, or ashashana, to Fuana. She is a singer, musician, dancer and writer. Learn more here.
Does this calling resonate with you?
Reserve your spot by filling out this registration form.
From there we will be in touch with you to complete.
Bana Kuma means Sacred Altering. The wisdom’s principles, which include the sacredness of self-sovereignty, unconditional love, non-judgment, acceptance, compassion, gratitude, the importance of now, and life’s infinite wondrousness, can be found exampled in many different people and groups in the world across time. Tenets of Jesus and Mary, Buddha, and Socrates, for example, resonate with much of this wisdom. Anyone who chooses may utilize this wisdom to smooth and balance the wheels of the metaphorical “cart” that each of us rolls through life in.
We believe that music and dance can help change the story of humanity, and the story of how we interact with resonant allies from beyond Earth as well. When even a small group of people are able to embody this wisdom in our being, to feel it in our breath, our gaze, the sound of our voice, and the way we touch the earth, for example, it will signal our readiness to receive other support, such as more sustainable technologies, energy sources, and more to help bring harmony to Earth.
What others are saying…
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Chris and Fuana have been instrumental in my life. Their knowledge and wisdom always meet me where I am in the moment and the recordings allow me to even more fully integrate the lessons. The depth of my personal transformation from speaking with them is incredible!
M.C.
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I didn’t know what I was getting into when I said yes to the Svikiro mediumship training program, but it turned out to be the best decision of my life that completely illuminated my entire being! Working with Chris and grandfather Ha-Ha is a journey of rememberance, empowerment and love. There are also a lot of laughter and joy along the way. The emphasis on self sovereignty and free choice is of utmost importance to the Bana Kuma teachings and what makes me know I’m in exactly the right place, right time with the right beings. I have profound love and respect for Chris and grandfather Ha-Ha, you are both my beloved brothers always into eternity!
Avanyathi
Your miraculousness beckons to blossom all the more…
We look forward to hearing from you.
