Guided by Angélica Antônio and Elton Prussak, leaders of Centro Xamânico Pena Vermelha, the center is dedicated to creating a safe and transformative environment.

Angélica Antônio – Shamanic Therapist & Director of Pena Vermelha Shamanic Center

Angélica Antônio, alongside her partner Elton Prussak, leads the Nave dos Penas Vermelhas (Red Feathers Ship), a space dedicated to expanding consciousness and spiritual development, guided by ancestral practices and forest medicines.

The eighth child in a traditionally Catholic family, Angélica followed the common path of religious upbringing: baptism, confirmation, and first communion. However, even as a young woman, she began to feel an inner emptiness, a restlessness that led her to question the reality around her and seek something greater – a deeper connection with the spiritual and the unseen.

This awakening began at age 19 when her intuition revealed a latent truth pulsing within her heart. In search of meaning, Angélica explored various religious paths and practices until she found shamanism through the Sacred Medicine Ayahuasca. The experience was profound and transformative. It was there, in this encounter with the Sacred, that she found what she had been searching for: a path of self-knowledge and true transformation.

Mother to two children and grandmother to four grandchildren, Angélica has dedicated her life to shamanism for over 15 years, leading rituals and spiritual ceremonies with love, responsibility, and respect for tradition. A passionate shamanic therapist, she is also a facilitator of retreats and women’s circles, focused on spiritual awakening and personal development.

Her experience and studies over the years culminated in the creation of the annual program “Shamanism in Practice,” which integrates ancestral wisdom into modern daily life, bringing neo-shamanic teachings applicable to contemporary living.

With dedication and sensitivity, Angélica has guided countless individuals on their journeys of self-discovery, offering a welcoming and sacred space for those who feel the call of spiritual awakening. Her mission is clear: to help each individual walk their own path, understanding that true transformation happens from within.

Elton Prussak – Ancestral Artisan & Director of Pena Vermelha Shamanic Center

Elton Prussak is an ancestral artisan and director of Nave dos Penas Vermelhas, where, together with his partner Angélica Antônio, he leads rituals and ceremonies using forest medicines. Together, they offer sacred experiences that stimulate expanded consciousness, spiritual awakening, and the rediscovery of inner essence.

Born in Curitiba, Elton grew up within the religious tradition of his Catholic family. However, as time passed, he felt a deeper inner calling that led him to seek answers on various spiritual paths. This journey connected him to shamanism and forest medicines, bringing him a genuine and transformative relationship with the Sacred.

Following this calling, Elton found in shamanism the path of self-knowledge and healing he sought. Since then, they have dedicated themselves to facilitating rituals and retreats, with the purpose of helping each individual access their inner truth and awaken to their existence.

Men’s Rituals & Ceremonies

Elton also leads gatherings focused on the masculine universe, creating a safe and welcoming space for reclaiming male strength and essence. These rituals offer moments of deep connection, where participants can connect with spirituality and emotional integration.

Ancestral Artisan & Creator of Ritual Instruments

In addition to his work as a facilitator, Elton is a talented artisan specializing in the creation of shamanic instruments. He crafts drums and other ritual objects using ancestral techniques and profound respect for spiritual traditions. Each instrument is made with unique intention and energy, serving as a powerful tool for healing rituals and expanding consciousness.

Purpose & Mission

Guided by the purpose of serving spiritual awakening and strengthening the self, Elton dedicates his life to welcoming and guiding those who feel the call of shamanism. His mission is to inspire each person to walk their path with courage, authenticity, and connection to the Sacred.

At the Pena Vermelha Shamanic Center, Elton follows this purpose with dedication and love, creating a sacred space where every journey is respected and celebrated.