Classes & Workshops ~ Fall 2025
To register for a class or workshop, please contact the teacher directly.
For other questions on our Education Program, please email John Marchesella: astrojohn8@icloud.comPlease read through the entire list for the class that suits your level of study and personal interest.Study Guides can be purchased only via the NCGR-PAA website, www.astrologersalliance.orgFor information on certification exams and other details on NCGR-PAA, please visit www.astrologersalliance.orgPREDICTING WITH SOLAR ARC (WEBINAR)
MEIRA EPSTEIN, C.A., NCGR-PAA
917-595-8513 or Meirabe01@gmail.com
Solar Arc Direction is unique in its premise, and stands out as the predictive technique with the most precision. In this class we will compare it with secondary progression and transits, and demonstrate an integrated approach to prediction work.
Date: Sunday October 12, 12:30 – 02:30 p.m. Eastern
Cost: $35
Registration: PayPal or Zelle, account meirabe01@gmail.com.
Please specify the class title.
Email for details and registration.
TOTAL CHART MASTERY: GET PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION BY NCGR-PAA
MEIRA EPSTEIN, C.A., NCGR-PAA
917-595-8513 or Meirabe01@gmail.com
Classes are available for all Four Levels, in private, or through the NCGR Education Online.
The next semester begins October 2025.
Level-1: Astronomy-for-Astrologers, Natal Chart Calculations, and Chart Foundations (aspects, houses, rulership).
Level-2: Predictive techniques, calculation and interpretation (Integration of Solar Arc, S. Progression and Transits).
Level-3: Horary, Electional, Synastry, Midpoints, and more.
Level-4 Certification: Consultation and Chart Rectification.
ADD USEFUL TOOLS: Learn the URANIAN system -90° Dial, Midpoints & the TNP’s (Transneptunian planets) and how to integrate them with your regular work. Learn Classical Hellenistic predictive systems.
UPGRADE YOUR PROFESSIONAL SKILLS: Gain confidence, learn effective consultation techniques and how to handle sensitive situations, how to identify core issues, and how to prepare for a client session.
PRIVATE STUDY – suited to your needs & schedule. Prepare for the NCGR-PAA exams, or simply improve specific skills. Comprehensive study material is provided. $79 per class (90 min).
RECORDED TUTORIALS, LECTURES & BOOKS are available on http://bear-star.com.
KNOWING NEPTUNE AT THE TURNING OF THE TIDE (WORKSHOP/ALL LEVELS)
CLAUDIA BADER 212-874-7441 or abzudusk@gmail.com
How does formlessness operate in a world of form? What is the difference between a symbol and a sign? How does Neptune manifest in all dimensions of human life – spiritually, psycho-dynamically, alchemically, and in life events? This workshop will deepen and widen your ability to interpret Neptune. Using famous people and cases from my practice, we’ll build from in-depth basics, then take Neptune through the houses, and in aspect to planets and angles. Beginner to advanced.
Date: Sunday October 19, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Eastern
Cost: $40
Online only!
ASTROLOGY ESSENTIALS: The Building Blocks of Natal Chart Interpretation (LEVEL I)
DALE GLOGOWSKI willandwands@gmail.com
Whether you’re serious about studying astrology and looking for a place to start, or you’re just astro-curious (at least for right now!), this class is designed for you. In this introductory course, you’ll learn about the essential building blocks of natal astrology – planets, signs, houses, elements and modes. These are the fundamentals of chart interpretations, creating the foundation needed to interpret the potential shown in the natal blueprint and read a chart with confidence. Recordings and handouts will be provided but students are asked to participate live to get the most benefit.
Contact Dale for registration.
Date: TUESDAYS, 7 – 8:15 p.m. Eastern, 10 sessions, beginning Sept. 30
Cost: $197
Zoom only
ALCHEMY AND OUTER PLANET TRANSITS (ALL LEVELS)
DANNY LARKIN 917-594-4069 or danielblarkin@gmail.com
A study of transits and alchemy that is suitable for all levels. Drawing upon the recent work of the esteemed British astrologer Clare Martin, who is a patron of the Faculty of Astrology Studies, this course will examine how alchemical symbolism can deepen understandings of outer planet transits. The Saturn return, as well as midlife, retirement and twilight-years transits will be explored. Going beyond keywords, we will follow in the footsteps of the late Howard Sasportas and build an alchemical framework for how outer planets seeks to initiate a process of change. Over the course of 8 sessions, we will examine Coagulation as a key to Saturn transits, Sublimation as a key to Uranus transits, Dissolution as a key to Neptune transits, and Calcination as the key to Pluto transits. Each lecture will begin with an accessible introduction before moving toward more advanced psychological astrologer material from Liz Greene and Howard Sasportas, alongside Clare Martin’s new groundbreaking work.
Recordings of each class will be shared for students who are unable to attend live.
Email danielblarkin@gmail.com for a syllabus, to ask questions, to enrol and to request an audit.
When: MONDAYS, 7:15 – 9 Eastern (with a break), 8 sessions, beginning Sept. 29
Cost: $165
On Zoom
ADVANCED INTERPRETATION (LEVLES III/IV)
JOHN MARCHESELLA 212-255-8497 or astrojohn8@icloud.com
This class is meant for advanced students who want to stay primed in “astrologese” by sharing their thoughts and interpretations on the charts of famous and historical figures as well as pick up a few tips on how to read for clients and how to see the nuances in natal charts and prediction. No politics or judgments, just astrology. Limited space, please register early.
When: ALTERNATE THURSDAYS, 6:45 – 8, Doors open at 6:30 for Q & A, 8 sessions, beginning Sept. 11
Cost: $160
Students must be present on Zoom!
TRANSITS: THE HAPPENING OF THE HOROSCOPE (LEVELS II/III)
JOHN MARCHESELLA 212-255-8497 or astrojohn8@icloud.com
Transits make the horoscope happen in various styles, but always for the purpose of fulfilling our potential. In this class, we will cover the transits of the outer planets to natal chart as well as the transits of the little guys who serve as triggers for events. And of course, Saturn, Saturn and more Saturn. Oh, and the eclipses won’t be eclipsed in the class too. No politics or judgments, just astrology.
When: TUESDAYS, 6:45 – 8 Eastern, Doors opens at 6:30 ET for Q & A, 10 sessions, beginning Sept. 16
Cost: $200
Students must be present on Zoom!
THE FOUR PARTS OF LOVE – LEVELS (II/III/IV)
JOHN MARCHESELLA 212-255-8497 or astrojohn8@icloud.com
First, the natal chart reveals our patterns of attraction, behavior and expectations of relationships. Second, our synastry represents how we push each others’ buttons (the right ones and the wrong ones). Third, the composite lets us know what we are doing with each other in the first place. And fourth, timing is everything. Let’s not forget that not all relationships are romantic, so we’ll take a look at other kinds of relationships too. No politics or judgments, just astrology.
When: SATURDAYS, 11:15 – 12:30 ET, Doors open at 11 for Q & A, 9 sessions, beginning Sept. 27
Cost: $180
Students must be present on Zoom!
THE DEGREE THEORY IN ASTROLOGY (LEVELS II/III/IV)
DE VOVCHANSKY dvov@aol.com
A deep dive into hidden energetic influences of degrees on planets and house cusps. Our first class will be an overview of the Degree Theory. The second class will cover the Special Degrees and emphasize the degrees used in forensic astrology. And our third class will be a review, questions and answers, and open discussion about the theory and our charts.
When: TUESDAYS, 6:45 – 8:45 Eastern, 3 sessions, beginning Oct. 21
Cost: $90
Zoom only!
WHAT’S IN A SESSION? (WORKSHOP, ALL LEVELS)
JUDI VITALE judivitale@me.com
There’s no doubt that astrology provides us with a ton of information. There’s the natal chart, all the other planets, Uranian midpoints, and new celestial bodies form Orcus to Ixion. Then, we have transits, progressions, solar arc directions, planetary periods, lunar mansions, and more. How much do clients really need to know, and how can we deliver insight so they can digest it? In this workshop, we’ll demonstrate model protocols for conducting effective client consultations, so that you can prioritize and organize the information you share in your readings.
When: SATURDAY, October 18th, 1 – 4 Eastern
Cost: $35
Zoom only!
VEDIC ASTROLOGY
RONNIE DREYER
All levels of Vedic Astrology classes and tutoring start in September and October. Check website.
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
DIANE CRAMER 212/288-6232
333 East 66th Street
Private instruction on all levels. Instruction on the basic components of astrology, beginner and advanced. Chart interpretation, predictive techniques and the use of midpoints. Specialized instruction in medical astrology. Tips and techniques for Solar Fire 9. $35/hour
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