Mark A. Lewis

Nai Keweya (Mark) was initiated into the Ayahuasca tradition in July 2015 and since then has been on a very deliberate initiatory journey towards cultivating a deep and trusting relationship with both the Shipibo tradition and the Spirit of Ayahuasca. There are many unique aspects to Mark’s journey including the sacred alliance with the Lakota tradition, a tradition that has allowed Mark to learn many important teachings on the land where he calls home.

Mark was given the name Nai Keweya (With Sky Spirit Medicine) by Maestro Ricardo Amaringo as a recognition of his connection to the spirits of the Sky. He was also given the name Leon Joni Koshi Mutai - pronounced: leon ho-nee kooshi moo-tai - (Lion Taming Man) by the spirit of Ayahuasca as a directive to use his medicine to support others to become leaders in their communities as they come into alignment with their “higher self,” the deepest aspects of their heart, and to the Ani Joe Riosen - pronounced: a-nee ho-ah dee-o-son - (The Light of God). Mark also carries the honorable distinction of working at the root of the plants and feels very blessed and honoured to be able to facilitate the work of the medicine at this important time.