Astrology is a study of tendencies and probabilities. Knowing that there is free will and that there are many different levels of interpretation based on the individual's own personal and spiritual development, it is impossible to predict with 100% accuracy when or if an event will occur. Astrology, though, can provide perspective and insight, and help make you more consciously aware of the energies at work in your life today. In that light and in this class, we will learn how to apply different Predictive Techniques to our charts and the charts of close relatives and friends, and then interpret what we find. We will also look at the timing of specific events. The techniques covered will include looking at current, transiting (moving) planets, progressions (including solar arc theory), and the solar return (the birthday chart).

As we found in the Fundamentals class, your birth chart is your birth chart whether you are 5 or 95. But, different sides of your personality will emerge and be more open for development at certain times in your life than at others. From an astrological perspective, this is determined by the position of the planets today in relationship to the position of the planets when you were born ... so-called "transits". Transits tend to emphasize those aspects of our lives that are prime for development, and areas of our lives where we are experiencing the most challenge, benefit and change. Other devices (progressions and solar returns) also reflect the energetic environment of the individual, and provide an additional layer of interpretation and understanding.

The class combines traditional teaching techniques with experiential methods. As your mentor, I will work with you to answer any questions and provide feedback. It is intended that your birth chart be used as an example chart over the course of the class. So, remember to provide your birth date, time and location when registering.