STA Qualifying Horary Certificate Course

Intensive Residential Workshop, 2010

Since 1996 I have been running residential certifying courses which

teach the principles of horary in a workshop format. These

workshops allow for greater emphasis on client-issues, and can

demonstrate how to cut to the heart of the problem in chart work. I

am convinced that learning through the exploration of modern

scenarios, under the direct attendance of a skilful practitioner,

within a small group of like-minded colleagues, is the very best way

for a student to understand horary’s full potential and gain enough

confidence to work independently as a horary consultant.

In the past I have held these highly successful workshops in

Australia, England, France, Hawaii, Ireland, Norway, New Zealand

and Tasmania. I seek locations that are soulful and energising,

because there is a lot of emotional and mental stimulus during this

intensive course. I realise that students need accommodation which

is calm, comfortable, and creative. Lendrick Lodge is a spiritual

centre and holistic retreat resting in the heart of the beautiful

Scottish Trossachs, close to the birth place of ‘Rob Roy’ yet only an

hour’s drive from both Glasgow and Edinburgh.

The beauty of these residential workshops is the unfamiliar but

nourishing environments force students to leave cluttered,

everyday thoughts behind. This helps to stimulate a sharper mental

focus and a more reflective absorption of horary principles. The

result is a more complete engagement, so that a greater percentage

of relevant information is learned and mastered during the course.

To keep the group focused, places are limited to a maximum of 15

students. If you are interested, book early to avoid disappointment.

Above, the grounds

of Lendrick Lodge

Below, the River

Retreat, the venue

for the course

STA Qualifying Horary Certificate Course

Residential Workshop, 2010

Breakfast = 8:30 am

Lunch 1:00 pm

Evening Meal – 6:00 pm (first evening could be 7:00 pm)

Check-in/out 3:0 pm / Day students = £15 per dayjj

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Participants only need to possess a

good, basic understanding of general

astrological principles. A core objective

of the course is to develop confidence in

horary practice, so whilst it is useful to

have a sense of how horary works, it is

not necessary to have previous

experience or existing familiarity with

traditional techniques. The instruction

covers everything needed for a

competent astrologer to include horary

into their current astrological practice.

Emphasis is directed towards the art

of judgement, with the realisation that

self-assurance comes through a solid

understanding of horary symbolism,

and awareness of the sensitivities that

can arise in consultation. You will be

given explanations of the techniques

which structure the horary craft, and

provided with comprehensive course

notes and any required materials.

The workshop draws upon example

horaries and recent client scenarios. All

of the most pertinent areas of analysis

are explained, along with discussions of

the difficulties each topic can bring.

The course explores the methodology,

history and philosophy of horary. It has

been carefully designed to allow regular

periods of student involvement and

group activity, which ensures constant

consolidation of what is being taught.

This prevents the risk of theoretical

principles overwhelming practical

assimilation. The course is part of the

syllabus of the School of Traditional

Astrology (STA) and qualifies to the

level of being a competent horary

practitioner. It is a qualification in itself

but also acts as a requisite for anyone

wishing to embark on the STA ‘Masters-

level Course’, which is designed for

those seeking a very advanced level of

theoretical expertise in this subject.

General Course Information & Experience Requirements

PROPOSED SYLLABUS (SUBJECT TO ALTERATION)

Thursday, 12th May, 2011 Check-in to venue anytime after 10:30 am

1:30pm The course formally commences as we gather for lunch at 1:30 pm

2:30pm–4:00pm Principles of Angularity and House Signification in Horary

4:20pm–5:50pm Cusps & Chart Turning: the ‘Masterpiece of the Art’

6:10pm–7:15pm Practical Exercise on Significators & Chart Judgement

Thursday Night Evening Meal: 7:15pm*

Friday, 13th May, 2011

9:30am–11:00am Profiling: the Descriptive Use of Planetary Significations

11:30am–1:00pm Practical Exercises on Case Studies

2:30pm–4:00pm Aspects & the Symbolic Details of Planetary Motion

4:30pm–6:00 pm More on Aspects, Orbs, Applications, VOC & Horary Terms of Art

Saturday, 14th May, 2011

9:30am - 11:00am Understanding Humours, Sects & the Interpretative use of Dignities

11:30am –1:00pm Reception: How it Works & When it Matters

2:30pm – 4:00pm Getting to the Crux of Relationship Charts and Contractual Matters

4:30pm – 6:00pm Practical Exercises on Relationship Charts & Contract Scenarios

Saturday Night Evening Meal at Local Restaurant: 7:30 pm

Sunday, 15th May, 2011

9:30am - 11:00am The Descriptive Qualities of the Signs

11:30am –1:00pm Where is it? An Exploration of Lost Object and Missing Person Charts

2:30pm – 4:00pm Judgement of Questions Relating to Career Matters

4:30pm – 6:00pm Investments, Property Charts & Financial Concerns

Monday, 16th May, 2011

9:10am - 10:20am Judgement of Questions Relating to Trials and Lawsuits

10:45am –11:55pm The Use of Horary in Health Concerns

12:15pm – 1:20pm Planetary Hours, Traditional ‘Considerations’ & Tips for Judgement

1:30pm The Course Closes with Lunch at 1:30 pm

* Usual mealtimes: Breakfast 8:30am; Lunch 1:00pm; Dinner 6:00pm

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Deborah Houlding is a widely recognised

authority on horary and the transmission

of traditional astrological techniques. She

is known for her research into the origin of

house symbolism, explored in her book,

The Houses: Temples of the Sky (Wessex,

1996). Deborah was qualified as a horary

practitioner by Olivia Barclay in 1989, after

which she worked as a tutor on the orignal

QHP correspondence course. She acted as

Horary Editor for the Astrological

Association of Great Britain’s Journal in the

early 1990s before moving on to become

editor of The Traditional Astrologer

Magazine (1993 to 2000). Throughout this

period Deborah maintained a busy horary

practice with an international clientele

drawn from all walks life.

Deborah has been

teaching horary to

students around the

world through

seminars, lectures,

workshops and cor-

respondence courses

since 1990. She

established her own

school, the School of

Horary Astrology

(STA), in 1996,

actively passing on

her experience via

intensive residential

workshops: a format

which has qualified

and supported many

of today’s successful and well known

horary practitioners. She has presented

master classes on horary for many other

credible astrology schools and

organisations including the Astrological

Association of Great Britain, the Oslo

School of Astrology, and the Faculty of

Astrological Studies’ Oxford Summer

Schools.

Deborah is also known for her expertise

on the techniques of William Lilly; whose

17th century textbook Christian Astrology

remains central to contemporary horary

tuition. She is currently serialising the

release of her annotated edition of his

work on the astrology website she hosts

and maintains: www.skyscript.co.uk

Although grounded

in traditional astrolo-

gical knowledge,

Deborah Houlding’s

employment of

horary recognises the

value of psychol-

ogical exploration.

Her multi-faceted

approach to judge-

ment demonstrates

horary to be one of

the most effective

tools for astrological

insight, both in

matters of spiritual

and emotional guid-

ance as well as

predictive analysis.

The Course Tutor

The basic

Cost & Accommodation Details

The booking form shows a price for the STA Certificate Course: £400

standard or £350 for discounted early bookings. This fee must be added to

the price of full board accommodation at Lendrick Lodge. All Lendrick

Lodge fees are passed on to students at cost. Places are very limited and

will be allocated on a first come, first served basis, secured upon a down-

payment of £100. A further £150 is required before 10th August 2010, to

complete the non-refundable £250 deposit. Remaining costs must be

finalised before 20th February 2011.

Accommodation is not available at Lendrick Lodge before commencement

of the course, although it is possible to book one extra night after the course

on a pro-rata rate (ask for details).

The venue also offers various massage and healing treatments which can

be arranged during the course at a time to suit. For more details see the

Lendrick website: www.lendricklodge.com

Travelling to the Venue

Fuller travel details will be sent to delegates, but briefly, Lendrick is 4 miles from

Callander, which is 12 miles from Stirling (well worth a visit). It takes just over

an hour to drive from Edinburgh or Glasgow airport. The Lodge has full

instructions for travel by air, car or public transport on its website.

http://www.lendricklodge.com/home/9_getting-here.htm

BOOKING FORM

STA RESIDENTIAL HORARY CERTIFICATE COURSE AT LENDRICK LODGE, MAY 2011

COURSE TUITION FEE

Includes course materials, conference pack, and completion certificate

Discounted rate, for deposits paid before 10th Aug 2010 � £350

Standard rate, for bookings made after 10th Aug 2010 � £400

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1 Lendrick lodge offers comfortable accommodation and prides itself on its helpful staff and reputation for being a ‘home from home’. There are homely comforts and facilities throughout the centre, and all bedrooms get good access to the bathrooms that are available on all floors. Standard accommodation offers a spacious room which sleeps 3-4 same gender students. Supplementary payments are required for single or reduced occupancy rooms and en-suite bathroom facilities.

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Tel: +44 (0)845 4398333 deb@skyscript.co.uk

www.debhoulding.co.uk/sta.html

3 Avondale Bungalows Mansfield, Notts

NG18 2NJ, England

Making Payments

Payment can be made by cheque, bank transfer, Paypal or credit card (via Paypal). If you wish to pay by bank transfer please email me and I will provide the necessary bank details. If you wish to pay by Paypal (or by credit card through the Paypal system), email me and I will send an electronic invoice by email. In all cases you should expect to receive a receipt for any payment made.

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