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Frequently Asked Questions

Below you’ll find answers to the most common questions you may have about ISTA.

If you still have questions, please contact ISTA public relations at pr@ista.life

If you have any questions specifically about ISTA trainings, please see our Participant FAQs and our Training Information pages.

What is ISTA?

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Why does ISTA’s name refer to the Temple Arts?

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How are ISTA faculty trained?

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Does ISTA have a leader, guru, or spiritual guide?

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Is ISTA a religion or a cult?

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I have heard that ISTA has been the target of controversy. Is this true?

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Are facilitators allowed to have sex with participants?

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Is it true that you perform ritual animal sacrifice in your trainings?

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Do ISTA trainings include orgies or sex parties?

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