My presentations include a variety of methodologies and are adapted for my audiences. Whether I am speaking to women’s groups, middle schoolers or high schoolers, teachers, catechists, senior citizens, Native Americans or those interested in my time on the reservation, I create a program designed especially for their needs. My workshops often include the labyrinth and the Native American Medicine Wheel.

The Native American Experience Summer Camp (NEW)

My latest endeavor is developing a summer camp called The Native American Experience for students ages 7-17 to be held at Holy Spirit Retreat Center in Encino, CA, July 6 – 10, 2026. Children and young adults who attend will have the opportunity to learn from Native Americans their culture, heritage, and tradition. The program will offer hoop dancing, fancy shawl dancing, jingle dancing, flute circles, drum circles, nature art, storytelling, basket weaving, and much more. More details will be provided shortly. Please check back here, contact me, or follow me on Facebook for updates.

Understanding the Mysteries of the Labyrinth

This workshop will introduce the history, traditions, and symbolism of the labyrinth and demonstrate how to use the labyrinth as a tool for meditation, guidance, and practical application. The three stages of the labyrinth – purgation, illumination, unification will be covered giving the walk a more meaningful experience. Each labyrinth presentation is customized for the intended audience.

Native American Medicine Wheel

This session will explore the Seven Directions of the Medicine Wheel, lessons from the animals represented in each direction and the practical application for everyday living. Knowledge of the Native American Medicine Wheel will bring balance, harmony, and beauty into one’s life by working with the Creator and applying simple and practical lessons found in nature.

The Seven Directions of the Medicine Wheel by Luella Wagner is an excellent companion to this workshop.

Teacher in the Yellow House

After trials and tribulation, Luella found her true purpose in the most unlikely place – an Indian reservation! Suffering job loss and with 12% unemployment, the only job Luella could find was teaching on an Indian reservation in Montana – negative degree temperature, no car, no internet, no Starbucks – it was the best thing that could have happened to her! After months of self-doubt, soul searching, and long nights of prayer, she found her reason for being there. In a lively and humorous style, Luella will take you on her journey to the reservation and back. Her story of friendship, forgiveness, and overcoming adversity will stay with you for a very long time.

A book signing of Teacher in the Yellow House by Luella Wagner is included in this talk.

For Educators

If you are a teacher, you may also be interested in Luella’s series of presentations developed especially for teachers, based on her many years in the classroom and her expertise in teacher training.