Welcome to Balðrsfolk
We know many of you had been asking us for a dedicated Norse pagan community - a place where people could learn, ask questions, share experiences, and connect with others walking a similar path. After countless requests from readers of Wyrd & Flame, we decided it was finally time to create one.
So, we did.
Balðrsfolk is the official Wyrd & Flame community - a welcoming space for anyone interested in Norse paganism, Germanic traditions, mythology, history, and the old ways. Whether you're taking your very first steps onto the path or you've been practising for many years, you'll find a community built on respect, learning, and a genuine passion for preserving and understanding our shared heritage.
Unlike many online groups that focus solely on memes, arguments or misinformation, Balðrsfolk was created with education at its heart. Our aim is to provide a place where historical evidence, meaningful discussion, and practice can exist side by side. We encourage curiosity, honest questions, and thoughtful conversation, while recognising that no one person has all the answers.
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About Balðrsfolk
Balðrsfolk is a welcoming modern Norse Pagan community built around learning, fellowship, respect and shared spiritual practice. Whether you are completely new to Norse Paganism or have followed the old ways for many years, you are welcome to learn, contribute and grow alongside us.
Community Alliances
Balðrsfolk welcomes respectful alliances with kindreds, communities, educational groups and independent creators. Our alliance network is built on cooperation rather than control, allowing communities to support one another while keeping their own identities, leadership and traditions.
Meet the Team
Meet the people who help guide, teach and protect the Balðrsfolk community. Our team brings together different areas of knowledge, experience and responsibility, while working toward one shared purpose: creating a safe and supportive home for modern Norse Pagans.
Join the Community
Balðrsfolk brings together people who want to learn, share knowledge and build genuine friendships without unnecessary ranks, pressure or drama. Join a community where questions are welcomed, respectful discussion is encouraged and nobody is expected to know everything.
The Learning Hall
The Balðrsfolk Learning Hall is a growing collection of lessons exploring Norse history, mythology, spiritual practice, sacred texts and the beliefs of the pre-Christian Norse world. Begin with the foundations and continue through more detailed subjects at your own pace.
Events and Weekly Learning
Take part in weekly learning sessions, community discussions, seasonal celebrations, competitions, blóts and special events. Our gatherings are designed to help members deepen their knowledge, connect with others and experience Norse Paganism as a living tradition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a Norse Pagan to join?
No. Balðrsfolk welcomes anyone with a genuine interest in Norse Paganism, Norse history, mythology and the old ways. Whether you are simply curious or have followed this path for years, you are welcome here.
What does Balðrsfolk offer?
Members can take part in weekly educational sessions, seasonal celebrations, blóts, competitions, discussions, community events and access to our members page here on the website - We have a growing library of educational resources through the Learning Hall and Wyrd Wisdom.
Is Balðrsfolk only online?
Our main community is currently online, allowing people from around the world to learn together - Baldrsfolk is an international community with many people across every corner of the world!
Local gatherings and in-person events do take place when avalible, so we are not strictly based online.
Do I need to be a Norse Pagan to join?
No. Balðrsfolk welcomes anyone with a genuine interest in Norse Paganism, Norse history, mythology and the old ways. Whether you are simply curious or have followed this path for years, you are welcome here.
Are your teachings historically based?
Our educational material is rooted in surviving historical sources such as the Poetic Edda, Prose Edda, Icelandic Sagas, archaeological evidence and linguistic research.
We only teach historic reconstructionist Norse paganism but we do show the comparisons, we also acknowledge where modern interpretation begins and encourage respectful discussion.
How do I join?
Simply click the Join Balðrsfolk button!
The link will take you to our Baldrsfolk Facebook page where currently are operating. Once you have joined you will be invited to join our Facebook community chats. Don’t forget to join our membership page on this website! Here you will find all our latest information and be able to participate in our weekly learnings at your owen leisure.
we wont always be based on Facebook , as the time goes on we will be moving all our endeavours onto this website and an App.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Is Balðrsfolk free to join?
Yes. Our community is completely free to join and participate in. Some optional member benefits are available like merchandise, but all proceeds are put back in to the community through events, charity, competitions and help for low income households.
Do I have to follow one particular tradition?
No. Balðrsfolk welcomes people from many different Pagan paths, traditions and faiths. While our teachings and purpose is focused only on Norse paganism, members are free to respectfully hold different personal beliefs and practices.
Do you allow members from other kindreds, clans or communities?
Yes. We believe communities grow stronger through cooperation rather than division. Members of other kindreds, groups and organisations are welcome, provided they respect our community guidelines.
Baldrsfolk was created to be like Uppsala, a place for all community’s to gather without restriction or obligation. A place were friends could reconnect again and our focus in teaching as our faith ask could be upheld.
People from other community’s are welcome to join solo or if a community wishes, they can form an alliance with Baldrsfolk and we will help you grow as individuals and support your organisation.
Is Balðrsfolk a Folkish or Odinist organisation?
No. Balðrsfolk is not a Folkish organisation, nor are we affiliated with racist, white supremacist, neo-Nazi or other extremist movements that misuse Norse history, mythology or symbols to promote hatred or exclusion.
We welcome people of all ethnicities, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations and backgrounds who approach the community with respect and a genuine interest in learning.
Our focus is education, fellowship and the study and practice of Norse Paganism based on historical sources - not politics or division. We expect every member to treat others with dignity and respect, and discrimination or hate speech of any kind is not tolerated.
I'm completely new. Is that okay?
Absolutely. Everyone starts somewhere. Our community is built around education, so beginners are encouraged to ask questions, attend weekly learning sessions and learn at their own pace.
Do I have to follow one particular tradition?
No. Balðrsfolk welcomes people from many different Pagan paths, traditions and faiths. While our teachings and perpouse is focused only on Norse paganism, members are free to respectfully hold different personal beliefs and practices.
Is there a code of conduct?
Yes. We ask every member to treat others with respect, avoid unnecessary drama, remain open to learning and help create a welcoming environment for everyone.
We have set rules and in order to keep our members and guests safe.
