WorkshopsWorkshops
Aliveness SessionsThese experiential sessions are designed to help access and release our own dormant or stuck energy. Using creative methods, including breath, movement and sound, we tap into what is primal and hidden, unblocking what we have stored in our beings. Through guided visualization and deep breathing we move into our bodies and allow rhythm from music to move us. The result is that we feel the aliveness and joy that is our true potential and the freedom of free flowing energy. Astrology Professional Development Workshop: Eclipses and Fixed StarsEclipses are powerful cycles of fate. Find out about lunar and solar eclipses, the saros series and how to use these destiny cycles to work out when fate will come calling for you. The theory and effects of eclipses is presented including practical examples. Students will have the opportunity to apply relevant eclipse cycles to their own charts. What are fixed stars? Why do astrologers use them? An overview of the major fixed stars and how they can enhance chart interpretation with their rich mythology. Different techniques around applying fixed stars to the ecliptic/ natal charts are explored. Students are allocated some practice time in the session to discover the star myths that run through their lives. Available in: Term1 09 Astrology Professional Development Workshop: Horary and Traditional TechniquesUsing fundamental traditional tools like reception and dignity,students learn about horary and electional astrology. Horary astrology is about using the astrology of the moment to gain insight into situations or events; Electional astrology involves creating the best birth chart possible for an upcoming event or experience (like a wedding or new business). Students discover how to use astrology as an oracle and will have the opportunity to apply astrological symbolism to real life questions – and get some on the spot answers! Horary astrology is quick, clear and simple and was the historical entry point for the beginner student. By the end of the day students will have the opportunity to demonstrate basic skills in using the horoscope as a tool of enquiry and explore alternatives for creating birth charts for specific events. Available in: Term2 09Astrology Professional Development Workshop: The History of Psychological AstrologyThe practices of modern psychology and astrology are intimately linked. Both emerge from a concerted effort to explore the human psyche. Yet few contemporary astrologers understand the depth of this connection. Astrology, as an ancient tool for the study of the human soul, has survived over 4000 years to become the sophisticated art/science that it is today. Psychology, especially under the direction of Carl Jung, has developed models for understanding the spiritual aspect of the psyche that bear striking correspondences to the astrological tradition. The conception of ourselves as psychologically-oriented beings with a profound need to search for meaning has altered the practice and tradition of astrology as it stands. Where did this come from and how has this influenced the kind of astrology we practice today? Available in: Term3 09Astrology Professional Development Workshop: Medical Astrology 2This one day workshop is about putting into practice what was learned / experienced in level 1. This is a practical day of playing with charts for general health, accident charts and even elective surgery dates. Come and experience how to use medical astrology for daily health. Available in: Term4 09Burnout to Bliss Detox RetreatJust can’t get over how tired you feel? Is your body groaning from holiday excess? Looking for some real time out that will release, refresh and reenergise you on all levels? Then join us for a wonderfully relaxing 3 days in a pristine natural environment where your body and being can be deeply nourished with juice fasting, detoxifying remedies, meditation, shamanic journeying, and gentle movement. Receive lymphatic drainage- the ultimate detox massage, as well as deeply nurturing energy healing, and rekindle that memory of what it is to be the authentic you. Simple and straight forward nutrition and self care advice will also be given to continue your journey toward being more energised and inspired. A pre and post detox plan is included to minimise withdrawals and maximise the benefits. Supervised by a qualified Naturopath. Available in: Term1 09 Conscious ParentingHow are we really affecting our kids' behaviour? Do you sometimes hear your parent's voice as you discipline your children? Do you feel like you're talking to a brick wall? Rather than just talk about unhealthy patterns, we will experience them through inner work from both your persective and your child's. You will uncover some of the limiting beliefs and programming that you took on board as a child, which may be controlling your parenting. Activities include: meditations, group process work, working with the elemental qualities and more. Benefits include: awarenss of your deep seated patterns and how then might be affecting your children, How to communicate more effectively, a more fulfilling connection with your child, becoming the parent you want to be. Contemporary Astrology 1Our first course introduces you to the stage ( the houses) and the backdrop (the signs) of hte birth chart. By the end of the 2 days you will be able to demonstrate which houses are dominant in your horoscope and explain how that affects your life. You will be able to determine which Zodiac signs influence which areas of your life and come to understand why you act differently in different situations. You will also encounter some of the famous faces throughout history who worked with astrology. Coming soon in e learning format. Available in: Term1 09 Dream IT, & Do IT!Dream It & Do IT! is a program for anyone who wants to make a life change and chart their course for the year ahead. You are invited to explore, dream and discover more about what it is you want to achieve, how that will enhance that quality of your living and what's stopping you from getting started. Particpants are shown how to use simple transformational life coaching tools to enter into a deep conversation with themselves, gently open into connection with their dream, tenderly explore challenges and resitances and harness the enegy of conscious creation, so that they can Dream It, & Do IT! Available in: Term 4 08 Earth KidsEarth Kids is an inspirational one day workshop of fun, excitement and joy for kids aged 6-11years. It is a day where they get to dive into their own inner world of wonder and creativity, where their own potential gives rise to itself and shines. Earth Kids is extremely grounding for children, which is so vital in our fast-paced, modern world. It helps kids focus, improves self-esteem and real connection with themselves, others, and their world. Much of the day is spent in nature, where they experientially learn to tap into their deeper knowing, their inner strengths, innate joy and reverence for life. This fun and magical day consists of visualisations, self-expression, active meditations, play acting, nature activities, dance, shamanic journey and much, much more!!! (Please bring own lunch.) Medical Astrology 1This course will introduce the basic philosophies and body rulerships according to modern medical astrology. Discover how to interpret a chart for its medical strengths and weaknesses. You will learn how to balance the situation using simple herbal and nutritional applications. This lecture will open up a part of medical astrology that has long been forgotten and once went hand in hand with all medicine. Available in: Term4 09 Meditation and Awareness WorkshopTransformative Meditation is an age-old method of developing mastery of various states of consciousness for self transformation and to play a part in changing the world. This workshop provides progressively deepening meditations and traditional retreat components such as ‘noble’ silence and deep discussion to explore consciousness and increase our capacity to hold moments of mystical awareness. This workshop is open to anyone wishing to feel more grounded and confident in their meditation practice as well as those interested in gaining greater clarity in personal and global spiritual work. Sacred Space: Achieve Your GoalsPeople from many cultures understand the importance of maintaining their home as a sacred space. In our society however, it’s not uncommon to experience our homes as unsupportive, lifeless or even like a prison! If you want to explore how to make your home into a sacred space, come and explore what honors you and those you share your home with. You will be guided on how to connect to the spirit of place and have the opportunity to enter the “dreaming” of how you desire to live. We’ll explore the use of crystals to change and stabilize the energy in your home and discuss some of your specific challenges. This enjoyable one-day workshop will help you clarify how you wish to live in your home and give you simple, effective changes that you can make to invite new energy into your sacred space. Shamanic JourneyThe shamanic journey is a classical and cross cultural method of healing, empowerment and divination drawn from the traditional practices of medicine men and women. This program is a series of 6 shamanic journey experiences within a group context. Processes and practices for the integration and application of these experiences to ones self and ones life with be provided. This program is for those wishing to open to the support, wisdom and guidance of nature and spirit in their life journeys in a safe, progressive and enlivening way. The shamanic journey course is for those at the beginning as well as the more experienced journeyer. Shamanic Journey (day)The shamanic journey is a classical and cross cultural method of healing, empowerment and divination drawn from the traditional practices of medicine men and women. This program is a series of 6 shamanic journey experiences within a group context. Processes and practices for the integration and application of these experiences to ones self and ones life with be provided. This program is for those wishing to open to the support, wisdom and guidance of nature and spirit in their life journeys in a safe, progressive and enlivening way. The shamanic journey course is for those at the beginning as well as the more experienced journeyer. Soul Life: RetreatThis two day ‘retreat’ held at Awareness Institute leads you into reflection into the nature of soul, including how to be nourished and directed through life by the care of your soul. Fulfilling life and work, rewarding relationships, personal power, and relief of symptoms are all gifts of soul. The soul is revealed in attachment, love and community, as well as in retreat for inner communing and intimacy. The retreat’s aim is to enable you to discover simple, practical and effective means to enjoy and awaken into soulful living. This is explored in relation to your life, relationships, work, creativity, the living earth, spirituality and the lost art of simplicity. Available in: Term1 09    |
