LSA Foundation Course 101
Signs and Planets
Course Details
This course includes access to all pre-recorded videos and exclusive access to our live Zoom classes and London live classes. See below for dates and details. This course is available to view online immediately. You'll also be given access to a wealth of articles/handouts (which can be downloaded) and various extras (articles, videos, past Q&As, software discounts, assignments etc.) Start at any time during the year and watch recent tutorials and join upcoming tutorials. Cost: £295
-
Ideal if you are: a beginner; wanting to revise the basics or fill in the gaps; self-taught or have been reading about astrology for years but want to broaden/ground your knowledge and receive help filling in the gaps.
-
What’s included: Approximately 22 hours of pre-recorded videos (with tutor and presentation) and six 2-hour live weeknight classes (or another option of three Saturday seminars live in London). Access for 18 months (this can be extended for a small fee).
-
Regular tutors: Frank Clifford, Kim Farley (plus pre-recorded videos from Richard Swatton and Kira Sutherland).
What recent students are saying about Course 101:
“Just wanted to say thank you – it was great, enlightening and inspiring! I really appreciate your way of approaching astrology and also the way you teach in such an accessible way.”
TG, London
“Thank you for all the hard work you have put in for these courses. It's obvious how much you care about the students, and your dedication is really appreciated.”
NE, New York
“I love the school's special perspective and divergent thinking towards different events and people; very into details with extreme craftsmanship spirit”
LS, China
Online Live Tutorial Dates for 101 (6 Wednesdays online 7–9.20pm UK, time)
Here are the 2024 dates and times. If you have questions about Zoom, please email or call us. Students are invited to participate but there is no requirement that you have your camera or microphone on. If you start at another point in the year, you'll find these classes as recordings in your folder. Send in questions if unable to attend live. Aside from watching the pre-recorded classes and weeknight classes live (and recorded) on Zoom, there is a third option of attending the classes on Saturdays live in London (Steiner House, 35 Park Road, London NW1 6XT). See below for dates and details.
-
FREE EXTRA Sat 5 Oct: The Evolutionary Zodiac with Marc Laurenson (live in London + recorded and uploaded the next day)
-
30 Oct: Introduction to astrology; the Big Three (Sun, Moon, Ascendant)
-
6 Nov: Working with your Elements and Modes (imbalances, lacks and preponderances)
-
13 Nov: Exploring the zodiac signs
-
20 Nov: Getting a grip on the meanings of the personal planets (Sun to Mars)
-
27 Nov: Working with the social planets (Jupiter and Saturn)
-
4 Dec: Exploring the outer planets (Uranus to Pluto)
2024 London Live Tutorial Dates for 101 (3 Saturdays, 11am–4.30pm UK time)
Aside from watching the pre-recorded classes and weeknight classes live (and recorded) on Zoom, there is a third option of attending the classes on Saturdays live in London (Steiner House, 35 Park Road, London NW1 6XT). These repeat the weeknight tutorial topics – two weeknight classes are repeated on one Saturday.
-
FREE EXTRA Sat 5 Oct: The Evolutionary Zodiac with Marc Laurenson (live in London + recorded and uploaded the next day)
-
Sat 2 Nov: Introduction to astrology; the Big Three (Sun, Moon, Ascendant); working with your Elements and Modes (imbalances, lacks and preponderances)
-
Sat 16 Nov: Exploring the zodiac signs; getting a grip on the meanings of the inner planets (Sun to Mars)
-
Sat 30 Nov: Working with the social and outer planets (Jupiter to Pluto); chart exploration and practice
Your Course Instructors
Frank Clifford
Senior Tutor
Frank Clifford (Principal of the LSA since 2004) is an award-winning writer and astrologer who has written a dozen books on astrology and palmistry, guest edited 'The Mountain Astrologer', and since 2001 has given over 3000 lectures and seminars in over a dozen countries. www.frankclifford.co.uk
Kim Farley
Senior Tutor
Kim Farley has introduced astrology to a generation of astrologers since she began teaching in the late 1980s. Her 'Mind Maps' mini-book (updated in 2024) is a popular reference work for astrology students around the world.
Richard Swatton
Senior Tutor
Richard Swatton is a highly experienced astrologer and psychotherapist based in Bristol, UK, who began studying traditional, horary and occult approaches to astrology in 1976. His book, 'The Horary Process', is due to be published in 2024.