> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://alternativasato.gitbook.io/cr/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://alternativasato.gitbook.io/cr/en/readme.md).
# Looking for certainty and clarity to use Bitcoin securely?
#### **At Alternativa Sato we turn complex concepts into hands-on experiences, so you learn the technical and philosophical foundations of Bitcoin with your own hands — not just theory.**
The only hands-on initiation where, using nothing but a 52-card deck, you generate your own mnemonic seed and understand EVERY step of the cryptography that protects it.
Whether you've never held Bitcoin or you've been self-custodying it for years — there's a path designed for you:
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For those who already hold Bitcoin (Holders)
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Next Virtual Workshop: Friday, September 5th
🎯 Limited spots available — 7 out of 7 available
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**Security and Privacy for Holders** — 3 hours to understand how to protect what you already have.
* Understand in depth the cryptographic security system behind your mnemonic seed and why it's the key to your sovereignty
* Generate real entropy using a 52-card deck.
* Understand the difference between real entropy and pseudo-randomness, and the risk of trusting algorithms.
* Learn to verify your seed without exposing it.
* Assess your current security setup.
***Until now you have trusted others, but this time you will do the work with your own hands and prove to yourself that only you have your Bitcoin.***
$67 — or the sats equivalent at time of payment
Launch price through September 2026 (4 groups). $127 starting October.
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**Guarantee:** If at the end of the workshop you feel you don't understand your Seed, we'll refund your money.
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* **3 workshops**, 3 hours each, over one weekend
1. **Bitcoin Seed Workshop** — 4 hours to understand Bitcoin's security with your own hands.
* Learn what a mnemonic seed is and why it's the key to your sovereignty
* Generate real entropy using a 52-card deck.
* Review Bitcoin's philosophy through 11 specially crafted questions and 7 parables.
* Understand the checksum and verify every step.
2. **First transaction**: You've already forged your seed with the Card Ritual, you understand entropy and the checksum. Now it's time for the next step: moving Bitcoin to and from your seed securely.
3. **Bitcoin Strategy**: What do I do with my Bitcoin? This isn't about trading. It isn't about "buy low, sell high." We explore something deeper: **how to integrate Bitcoin into your financial life without losing sight of who you are, what you value, and where you're headed.**
Includes: physical card deck, guide sheets, Ritual PDF, and access to "11 Questions and 7 Parables."
**Custom solutions** — We design the format your team or community needs.
* Intensive team workshops (in-person or virtual).
* Training programs for internal educators.
* Method adaptation for specific contexts (schools, companies, NGOs).
* Custom physical kits branded with your organization's identity.
**No fixed price.** We quote based on scope, number of participants, and level of customization.
Write to us:
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For those who teach (educators)
**Alternativa Sato Educator Certification** — Training + kit + support so you can bring the method to your community. 8 hours over 2 sessions.
* Learn to facilitate the Ritual in person and online.
* Receive the complete kit: personalized card deck, educator manual, guide sheets, and access to digital materials.
* Get certified as an authorized facilitator of the method.
* Access the educator network and ongoing support.
COMING SOON
Launch price: $300
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> ***"It's the first time technical concepts that are usually very abstract — like real entropy generation and how hashing works — became so clear to me. Turning cryptographic abstraction into a tangible, kinesthetic experience is one of the biggest challenges we face, and this protocol manages to connect both worlds beautifully."***
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> — **Marjorie**, Bitcoin educator
*Notes on Pricing, Reservations, and Guarantees:
* *Virtual workshop payments in Bitcoin only*
* *Local group workshops require 50% payment upfront*
* *Workshops filled to 7 people will create a free space for the local community and after 7 spaces a free workshop will be delivered in a local school.*
Testimonials:
> I want to thank you for the Card Ritual course.
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> I really enjoyed the simple way it was shared, the clarity in explaining the base concepts, and how nice it was to interact with classmates with different ways of thinking.
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> What I learned opened my mind to trying other everyday uses for this mechanism.
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> Also, the snacks were great.
> I was a professor at UCR for over thirty years and I love teaching, so I tried to gauge your desire to pass on your knowledge. You did it really well, and everything you taught us felt completely natural.
> For me personally, everything was a learning experience. You showed me something very valuable, and that was a security method. I like visual things, so the deck of cards is an interesting resource, since I relate somewhat to the rustic, hands-on side of it. I think this technique could apply well to other personal areas too.
> I honestly found it super interesting, especially because it's hands-on and not just theoretical — I feel the deck of cards gives it a lot of dynamism and really captures the mind, which makes it very engaging. I definitely learned a lot of things I didn't know before, and each question leads you to question yourself — not just answer because you're supposed to, but to really examine how much you actually know about your finances and who's managing your money.
**Testimonials from Mi Primer Bitcoin Educators**
> Reyna Chicas: "The Card Ritual was a great experience! In a practical and clear way, we were able to understand the security behind Bitcoin. Using nothing but a deck of cards, we learned about entropy, seed generation, and how math and cryptography back Bitcoin's security. A very valuable experience for anyone who wants to learn Bitcoin through practice, not just theory."
> Daniel Viana: "The Card Ritual has been a phenomenal activity, and I believe it can be very effective in the classroom to explain one of the most important concepts in Bitcoin security: entropy. Showing this concept to students in a practical, understandable, and detailed way can be difficult — but with this activity, the process becomes much easier to grasp. One of the things that stands out most about the Ritual is how practical it is for understanding concepts that can seem overly technical to beginners."
> Gerardo Morán: "The Card Ritual surprised me a lot, and even though I've been teaching Bitcoin for a bit over 3 years, the Ritual reminded me that in Bitcoin we never stop learning. I got to learn the importance of entropy for the combinations behind our 12-word seed phrase, and it reminded me that Bitcoin isn't just technology — it's also grounded in mathematical nature, and in a simple way we can VERIFY it through this ritual. I find it a very engaging and entertaining activity for explaining the importance of self-custody, without making it boring — instead putting our knowledge directly into practice."
> Pablo: "Great approach, doable online but better in-person I imagine. Issues with the security would be the calculator. Also, I would get a cryptography expert to review this process before on-boarding more people — there could be possible security issues that we are not aware of."
> Gabriel: "This is one of the best, if not the best, ways to learn how entropy works when creating a Bitcoin seed phrase. Other methods I've tried tend to be quite complex: they use dice, reference sheets, and you still need a computer or software to calculate the 12th word. I really appreciated Diego's guidance throughout the activity; it was fun, dynamic, and easy to follow. I've already put it into practice and even guided someone else through the process. I'm looking forward to keep using it."
> Marjorie: "I recently took part in the Card Ritual workshop and wanted to share my impressions. As an educator in this space myself, this is the first time technical concepts that are usually very abstract — like real entropy generation, how hashing works, and the mathematical creation of the 12th word — became so clear to me in a hands-on way. Turning the abstraction of cryptography into a tangible, kinesthetic experience is one of the biggest challenges we face, and this protocol manages to connect both worlds beautifully. I think it's an excellent activity to bring into an in-person class, and I even see great potential for adapting this format to online learning environments.
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> Congratulations on building such a robust methodology! As a teacher, it's exciting to see tools like this one, which tackle cryptographic ignorance head-on and empower students with real knowledge about sound money."
Past Workshops:
*Saturday, March 14 · Location: Escazú*
*Saturday, April 18 · Location:* [*Casa de Piedra*](https://casadepiedraescazu.com/es/)*, Escazú*
*Monday, May 4 · Location: University of Costa Rica*
*Monday, June 19 · Location: Virtual, with educators from "Mi Primer Bitcoin"*
*Friday, July 3 · Location:* [*Tulsi*](https://www.mapquest.com/cr/tulsi-cafe-y-plantas-800424091) *Ciudad Colón*
*Monday, July 6 · Location: Virtual, with VIP educators Thelma and Louise*
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Book a **30-minute Clarity Call** with me. It's a conversation to:
* Understand your situation and your biggest obstacle
* Explain whether one of our workshops is what you need
* Or, if it isn't, point you to the exact free resource that is