Jefferson

My name is Jefferson. I was born in Sopo, Cundinamarca, and spent my childhood growing up around the ancestral towns of Tunja, Tenjo, Tabio, Chía, Zipaquirá, and the lakes of Guatavita and Teusacá—home of the indigenous group of peoples known as the Muisca. The mountains always provided me with places to contemplate and meditate during childhood. My teenage years were in Bogota were I studied performance arts at Art School; learning about freedom of expression and the innate capacity we all have inside to be artists.

At 22 years of age, I set out to travel through South America to deepen my spiritual experience and explore other cultures and knowledge. Following the route of the condor, I found the whole Universe in its diversity of colors and textures. From the Andean cultures filled with gods and spiritual richness to the strong Mapuches, the Pacific coast filled with different ancestral roots and practices, and the powerful Amazonian jungle and the practices of its inhabitants.

These travels lasted four years and inspired in me a deep interest and yearning to continue on the medicine path. So, I embarked on a journey of discovery through Central America to learn more about the Nahuals, Mayas, Aztecs, Huichol, and Mexicas. A new cosmovision this time, following the path of the Quetzal and Hummingbird for several years.

During that time, I reconnected with Yoga on a more profound level. It became part of my process of medicine. I studied and completed my first teacher training in Oaxaca while living long-term in the Hridaya Yoga Community. From there, I started my teaching practice in a plant medicine center, Sinchi Runa, which was one of the most precious moments of my life. There, I also assisted in the ceremonies and processes of healing. This center was based in the Guatemalan jungle and focused on rehabilitation from substances and other mental issues through plants and spiritual practices. It was a beautiful experience to be part of something that helped change the lives of so many people in an impactful way.

When the time came to depart from that chapter of my life, I quickly met my life partner and wife. We both shared a vision for living a natural way of life connected to the medicine path, and from there, Rumi Wasi Kuna Pungo was born.

Since this time I have undertaken another Yoga Teacher Training under the House of Om. I have also studied Biomagnetic therapy. My passion for music has also always followed me throughout life and at Rumi Wasi I offer sound healing sessions through sacred instruments; some of which are handmade by myself. I look forward to sharing this with you.