Wiccan - Traditions Alexandrian Founded in the 1960s by Alex Sanders in England, this sect is loosely based on the Gardenarian beliefs. Sanders built his sect in England and called himself "King" of the Coven. British A mix of Celtic and Gardenarian rituals it is the most famous organization in the International Red Garters society. This sect is based on the Farrar studies of Wicca and is exceptionally structured in belief and ritual. A witch becomes part of the Coven through a training, education and degree process. Dianic Named for the goddess Diana. This is a goddess centered that excludes gods. Eclectic Follows many different traditions and combines them to what feels right to them. Study and practice is based on information from books, other witches, and internet. Most solitary practioners fit in this category. Gardnerian Gerald Gardner's traditional path.It focuses on rituals and male/female polarities. Covens generally have no more then 13 members. This tradition believes it takes a witch to make a witch. Seax-Wicca Based on the Saxon beliefs, this sect is very closely related to the Gardnerian traditions. Without breaking his oath, founder Raymond Buckland wanted to pull the ancient rituals into modern language and acceptable ceremonies. In 1973 his dream became a reality with the organization of Seax-Wicca, bringing Wicca into the public as a very positive force.

1. Arthurian
   • A tradition from Wales and cornwall based upon arthurian myths which sees each of the figures in his stories as individual devine images.
2. Caledoni
   • This tradition preserves the Scottish festivals. It originated in Scotland and was formally known as the Hecatine Tradition. Has strong roman influences.
3. Celtic
   • This broad tradition originated in Celtic Gaul, Western and Northern England, Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Brittany and the Isle of Man. Generally they share much in common but specifically they have many differences.
4. Cymri(KIM-ree or KEEM-ree)
   • This tradition is the principle Pagan tradition of Wales. It claims to be a pre-celtic path therefore is influenced by the Arthurian legends.
5. Deborean
   • This American eclectic tradition has celtic ties using anglo-celtic myths to name some of their leaders. This tradition tries to reconstruct wicca as it was before the "burning times" period.
6. Druidiactos
   • A druidic path, which devotes its study to the celtic path, and as accurate as possible reconstruction of past practices.
7. Druidic
   • This tradition is based on mostly modern views of the rituals, rites, magick and practices of the Celtic priestly class, the Druids.
8. Dryad
   • A feminist tradition of female druidesses who were given their name by the tree fairies of the celtic land. Fairies lore plays a big part in this tradition.
9. Eireannach(AIR-un-n'yock)
   • This name means irish, and is a catch-all of many Irish-influenced traditions.
10. Fairy
    • The origins of this tradition come from the myths and legends of the Tuatha De Danann, the deities who are now known as "Fairy Folk". This tradition focuses heavily on the environment.
11. Family
    • Traditions which are passed down through families are known as "Family Traditions". Some are secretive, others openly practice their Celtic Pagan beliefs, often times mixed with mainstream religious beliefs.
12. Fennian
    • This tradition is based on the Fianna, Fionn MacCumhal's warriors.
13. Gaelic
    • A generic description, sometimes applied to the Celtic traditions of Ireland and Scotland.
14. Hebridean
    • A secretive scottish tradition which is based on Irish myths.
15. Irish
    • Another generic term used to describe traditions native to Ireland.
16. Manx
    • An Irish tradition that is connected with the mystical Isle of Man. Manann Mac Llyr, God of the Sea and Fand, a Fairy Queen are the principal deities. Lots of Fairy lore based beliefs and rituals are apart of this path.
17. North Isles
    • This tradition was heavily influenced by the Norse and is prominent in the Orkney and Shetland Islands of Scotland. Some of the regional names of the deities, faeries and other pagan beliefs are still identified in old norse worlds.
18. Obod
    • The acronym for the order of the bards, ovates and druids. A tradition celtic druidry based in England.
19. Pecti-Wita
    • A solitary tradition influenced by the Picts, a pre-Celtic people who warred with the Celts