Manuel is a retired attorney and hospitality manager who has dedicated his life to human development and holistic wellness. With five years of experience facilitating personal evolution workshops, he deepened his knowledge by earning a Living Food Lifestyle Certification from the Ann Wigmore Natural Health Institute. His journey into plant medicine led him to the Takiwasi Center, where he obtained a Teacher Plant Drug Rehabilitation Certificate, and to ICCEERS, where he completed the AyaSafety program for Sacred Plant Facilitators. He is a highly experienced ayahuasca and psilocybin facilitator and member of the International Association of Counselors and Therapists.

Julio is a dedicated ayahuasca and psilocybin facilitator, spiritual advisor, and author. His journey began in 1998, and after being deeply moved by his experiences, he spent 15 years as an apprentice to Peruvian curandero Don Jose Campos. He later co-founded two ayahuasca churches, authored several books on psychedelics, and played a key role in co-creating SHAPE.

Jules Henry Rivers is Julio's pen name as an author. You can explore his personal website Learn More

Sandino is a Buddhist monk ordained in both Tibetan and Chinese lineages, as well as a skilled facilitator in multiple healing arts. A professional acupuncturist and instructor of Reiki, Nuad Thai massage, Qigong, and Shaolin Gong Fu, he also specializes in Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Tai Chi. At SHAPE Retreats, he leads the Tibetan techniques for the extraction of astral parasites, guiding participants through profound healing experiences.