DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?
Below you’ll find answers to the most common questions you may have about ISTA.
If you still have questions, please contact the organizer of the training you’re interested in attending.
If you’re a member of the media, please see our Media FAQs.
To read ISTA statements & announcements - go to our Announcement Page
What is ISTA?
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What can I expect at my first ISTA event?
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I’m interested in attending an ISTA event. Where do I start?
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I am in a relationship. Should I attend ISTA Level 1 with my partner?
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Can I choose which exercises or ceremonies I participate in? Can I skip some of the sessions?
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Can I choose who I do the exercises and ceremonies with?
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How much free time will I have for my personal and work commitments during the week?
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What previous experience is required to attend an ISTA Level 1?
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Are ISTA events for everyone?
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Will my (sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, political views, spiritual beliefs, lifestyle choices) be respected in the space?
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I'm currently working through deep trauma. Is ISTA Level 1 for me?
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How many people attend ISTA events?
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Do you offer discounts? Can I come in exchange for offering you a product or service?
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Where are ISTA events held?
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How do I choose which Level 1 to take? There are so many!
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Can I do other ISTA trainings before I take Level 1?
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Where can I find the ISTA community online?
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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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How can I know if a facilitator, apprentice, or organiser is still working with ISTA?
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I want to become an ISTA facilitator. How do I do that?
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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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How do I get in contact with ISTA?
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