Esoteric · Beginner
Learn to build and read a birth chart yourself
A step-by-step astrology programme that starts with the basics and puts you to work on real charts from the very first lessons.
- 32 video lessons
- 12 theory + 20 practice
- 4 recorded conferences
- Homework feedback
- 6 months of access
Why astrology feels hard to start
Many people open an astrology book or a forum thread and close it twenty minutes later. The terms come from every direction, the calculations seem to need a specialist, and nobody explains where to begin. You may know your sun sign and still have no idea what the rest of your chart is telling you.
This programme was built for exactly that moment. It does not assume any prior knowledge. Each calculation is shown step by step, at a calm pace, so that you always know what you are doing and why. Key moments are repeated in tables and prompts in the handouts, so you do not have to rewatch a video to remember a rule.
Just as importantly, the course is practical. Instead of memorising definitions for weeks, you work on charts, starting with your own and those of people close to you. Reading a chart is a skill, and like any skill it grows through repetition on real examples.
By the end, you have a clear routine for building a chart, looking at its main factors and putting them together into a coherent reading.
What you will be able to do
- Build a birth chart from the birth data
You follow every calculation step by step, so the process stops being a black box.
- Find and interpret the rising sign
You learn why this point matters and how it shapes the way the whole chart is read.
- Describe the role of each planet in a chart
You see what each planet stands for and how its placement changes its meaning.
- Apply a reading algorithm to any chart
You work through the chart in a clear order instead of jumping between random details.
- Combine separate indicators into one picture
You learn to connect planets, signs and houses into a consistent story.
- Practise on real charts of your own and your loved ones
You gain experience from the start, not after months of theory.
- Use handouts and tables as a working reference
You keep the key rules at hand while you read a chart.
- Check your understanding through homework feedback
You get comments on your work, so mistakes are caught early.
- 32
- video lessons
- 12 + 20
- theory and practice lessons
- 4
- recorded online conferences
- 6 months
- of access
The method: calculate first, interpret second
The programme follows a simple order. First you learn to build the chart, so that you understand where every symbol comes from. Only then do you move on to what the planets mean and how to read them in context.
Each step of the calculation is shown on screen, and the same step is laid out in a table in the handouts. If you lose the thread, you can return to the table and carry on without starting over.
Theory is kept deliberately compact. There are 12 theory lessons, and they are followed by 20 practice lessons in which you apply what you have just learned. This balance is the core idea of the course: understanding comes from doing.
The approach draws on the tradition of Vedic astrology, which the course uses as its framework for reading charts. You do not need to know anything about it beforehand, because the lessons introduce the ideas as they become useful.
How the course works
The course is delivered online as recorded video lessons, so you can study when it suits you. You decide how many lessons to watch in a week. Many learners take one or two lessons at a time and spend the rest of the week practising on charts.
Alongside the videos you receive handout materials with tables and hints for every calculation. The four online conferences are included as recordings. They contain answers to questions that came up while earlier groups worked through the material, so you can learn from problems you have not yet met.
Your homework is reviewed by the course author, who gives you feedback on your work. This is what turns the lessons from passive viewing into real practice. Access to the programme lasts six months from purchase, which is enough time to go through everything at a comfortable pace and return to the lessons you want to repeat.
The programme
Thirty-two video lessons, twelve of theory and twenty of practice, together with handouts and four recorded conferences.
1Module 1 — Building the astrological chartLearn what a birth chart is and calculate one from start to finish.
- What a birth chart shows and what data you need
- Preparing the birth data for the calculation
- Calculating the chart step by step
- Finding the rising sign in your own chart
- Checking your result against the handout tables
2Module 2 — The role of the planetsUnderstand what each planet represents and how its position changes its meaning.
- The planets as the main actors of the chart
- How a planet's position shapes its expression
- Looking at the planets in your own chart
- Planets in the charts of friends and family
3Module 3 — Algorithms for reading a chartFollow a clear order of steps so that no important factor is missed.
- Why a reading needs a fixed order of steps
- The first pass: the main features of the chart
- The second pass: details and supporting factors
- Turning separate observations into a summary
- Typical mistakes of beginners and how to avoid them
4Module 4 — Practice of chart readingApply the algorithm to real examples and learn from the feedback on your homework.
- Reading your own chart from start to finish
- Reading the chart of a close person
- Practice assignments with worked examples
- Reviewing homework and refining your reading
5Module 5 — Recorded online conferencesFour recordings with answers to learners' questions and further practice.
- Conference 1: questions on calculation and the rising sign
- Conference 2: questions on planets and their meaning
- Conference 3: questions on the reading algorithm
- Conference 4: questions from practice and next steps
What you get
- 32 video lessons
12 theory lessons and 20 practice lessons, shown step by step.
- Four recorded conferences
Recordings with answers to questions and further practice.
- Handout materials
Tables and hints that sum up every calculation and key rule.
- Feedback on homework
Your assignments are reviewed and commented on.
- Access for six months
Study at your own pace and come back to any lesson during that time.
- Instructions by email
After payment you receive instructions for getting started by email.
Is this course for you?
This course is for you if…
- You are completely new to astrology and want a clear starting point
- You want to understand your own chart and the main themes in it
- You like to learn by doing and want practice from the first lessons
- You work with people and want a framework for noticing their traits and tendencies
- You want a calm, step-by-step pace with tables and prompts to lean on
Probably not a fit if…
- You are looking for one-to-one consultations or a personal reading
- You expect instant mastery without any practice or homework
- You want a course on professional consulting and marketing for clients
- You are looking for advice on medical or financial decisions
After the course
When you finish, a birth chart is no longer a page of unfamiliar symbols. You can calculate one from the birth data, find the rising sign and look at the planets in a logical order.
You will have a personal routine for reading a chart: what to look at first, how to note your observations and how to combine them into a clear summary. You will also have your own chart and several others that you have already worked through, which gives you a solid base of experience.
From there you can keep going in whichever direction interests you: deepening your self-knowledge, reading charts for friends and family, or moving on to more advanced topics. Astrology offers interpretation and perspective, and the course presents it as a tool for reflection rather than a guarantee of any outcome.
Questions before you buy
How much time do I need each week?
It is up to you. Most learners spend a few hours a week, watching a lesson or two and then practising on charts. Access lasts six months, so you can set your own pace.
Do I need any prior knowledge?
No. The course starts from the basics and explains each calculation step by step. You only need the birth data of the people whose charts you want to practise on.
How does access work after payment?
After you pay, you receive an email with instructions for getting started. From there you can open the lessons and handout materials and study whenever you like.
What is the refund policy?
You can request a refund within 14 days of purchase. If the course is not what you expected, contact our support team within that period.
What format are the lessons in?
The course is made up of recorded video lessons with handout materials, including tables and hints. Four online conferences are included as recordings.
Will the materials stay available?
Yes, for the whole access period of six months from purchase, you can return to any lesson, recording or handout as often as you like.
Will I get feedback on my work?
Yes. Homework is reviewed by the course author, so you receive comments on your practice.
Do I need special software?
No. All you need is a device that plays video and a way to open the handout materials. The lessons show how each calculation is done.
Start reading your own chart
Join the programme, follow the lessons at your own pace and learn astrology by practising on real charts.