'What joy and delight to come across a teacher like Stella. If only academia and the business world applied her style and format of training the world would be a better place. With her wealth of knowledge and insights Astrology has now become a valuable part of my everyday life.'
(Monica - Astrology Student 2007)

WANT TO LEARN ASTROLOGY?

Join the growing number of people using this unique and sophisticated tool to gain self-awareness and transform their lives.

'Astrology for Beginners' is the best option for those starting out, while ‘Practical Natal Chart Reading’ would suit more experienced students.

And if you'd like a brief taster of what astrology is all about... why not book in for Stella's 'Wheel of the Zodiac' half-day workshop in late February.

WHEEL OF THE ZODIAC

AFTERNOON WORKSHOP - FEBRUARY 2010

An archetypal journey through the Twelve Signs of the Zodiac from Aries to Pisces.

We all know there’s more to astrology than star signs so if you’ve always dreamed of deepening your knowledge, this afternoon workshop is a great place to start.

The workshop is specially designed for those with little or no knowledge of Astrology who’d like to learn more about this fascinating subject. You might know you’re a Gemini or Cancer, but do you know your moon sign? And what about your Ascendant or Rising Sign?  And more importantly, do you know what it all means and how to use this knowledge to maximize your potential and live in harmony with your environment?  

So whether you're a pragmatic earth sign, a passionate fire sign, an emotional water sign or a mentally driven air sign, I promise you'll leave at the end of the day with a greater understanding of what makes you tick (and your partner... and your mother... or your boss!)

All those attending will receive an individually prepared Personal Birth Chart Report.

Date:  Sunday February 28th 2010
Time: 1 - 5 pm
Cost:  $175 includes afternoon tea and Personal Birth Chart Report
Venue:  Elwood Neighbourhood Learning Centre, 87 Tennyson Street, Elwood

HOW TO ENROL

If you’d like to enrol in Stella's Wheel of the Zodiac workshop, click here for a booking form, call (03) 9534 5021 or send an email to stella@stellastarwoman.com.  Bookings are essential and payment is in advance by cheque, money order, bank transfer or credit card.  You will need to supply your birth details when you book (time, date and place of birth) so we can prepare your Personal Birth Chart report.

ASTROLOGY FOR BEGINNERS

ONE-YEAR COURSE - STARTS MARCH 2010

· Qualified, friendly teacher with 20 years experience
· Read birth charts for yourself, friends and family
· Learn about elements, zodiac signs, planets, houses & chart aspects
· Full colour copy of your birth chart provided
· No prior experience required – everyone welcome
· One year  - four terms - 32 classes
· 100-page course manual included
· Lively, interactive learning environment
· Apply everything you learn to your own chart
· Limited student numbers ensure individual attention.
. No hidden costs – one payment up front or pay as you go
· Course includes human psychology and basic counselling skills
. Lots of hands on practical experience and interactive class discussion
 

If you’ve ever dreamed of learning astrology, you’ve come to the right place. Stella’s ‘Astrology for Beginners’ course, now in its tenth year, is one of the most popular courses available in Australia.

This one-year course begins in mid March on Tuesday evenings. By the end of the year you will have gained the confidence and knowledge to read birth charts for yourself, family and friends. The course provides a thorough grounding in the basics of astrology and has proved popular with counsellors and healers wanting a better understanding of their clients.

Classes are lively, intimate, practical and interactive covering the elements and qualities; the twelve signs and houses of the zodiac; the planets and interplanetary aspects plus advice on how to put it all together. Certificates are awarded to those who complete the course.

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO JOIN?

No prior knowledge of astrology is required to join the course. All handouts and a comprehensive 100-page manual are included in the course fee, so all you need is pen and paper. There is one mid-year assignment and a recommended textbook “Planets in Youth” by Robert Hand. Books can be purchased from the Theosophical Bookshop at 126 Russell Street, Melbourne (cnr Bourke Street) http://www.tsbookshop.com.au  (03) 9650 3955 or from any good esoteric bookshop.

IS THIS THE RIGHT COURSE FOR ME?

You may wonder what sort of people study astrology and whether you would fit in!  Past students have included teachers, psychologists, electricians, kinesiologists, secretaries, journalists, shiatsu therapists, call centre workers, TCM practitioners, press secretaries, nurses, librarians, IT professionals, stay at home mothers, airline personnel, business executives, office workers, fashion designers, the self-employed - you name it.

Everyone is treated equally and class numbers are limited to 16 per course to ensure plenty of individual attention.

 

HOW TO ENROL

If you’d like to enrol in the 2010 Astrology for Beginners course, click here for a booking form and remember, places fill up quickly; so don’t leave it until too late! If you’re still wondering if this is the right course for you, check out the student testimonials  below or call Stella on (03) 9534 5021.

Astrology for Beginners – Tuesday Evenings - Elwood - Starts 6 pm Tuesday 16th March 2010   
$1200 (single payment – save $200) or $350 per term x 4  (pay per term)

 
To enrol in Stella’s 2010 Astrology for Beginners course

Click here for a booking form or call (03) 9534 5021

100% satisfaction guaranteed or your money back!!

 

PRACTICAL NATAL CHART READING

SIXTEEN WEEK COURSE - STARTS MARCH 2010

Stella’s class in Practical Chart Reading provided a safe and fun environment in which to advance my astrological knowledge. Though I had a basic grasp of astrological concepts with their origins spanning back to my early teen years, I had never before been shown how to systematically put these ideas together enough to actually read a birth chart properly. (Z. Woods – Astrology Student 2007)

COURSE DESCRIPTION & FEATURES

· Qualified, friendly teacher with 20 years experience
· Lively, interactive learning environment
· Aimed at those with a good grounding in astrological symbolism
· Master advanced birth chart synthesis and interpretation
· Discover the power of house rulerships
· Uncover family dynamics, health issues & karmic path
· Analyse career and relationship patterns
· Calculate charts using Solar Fire software program
· Limited student numbers ensure individual attention.
· Heaps of hands on practical experience and class discussion

This sixteen week course has been set up in response to student feedback and numerous requests for advanced training in the nuts and bolts of astrology. Many astrology courses provide the academic information, but leave the student floundering when it comes to putting it all together. You know you have Mercury in the 12th house square Saturn, but what does that really mean? Or perhaps you are familiar with your own chart, but have difficulty reading charts for others.

This no-nonsense, hands on course shows you exactly how to pinpoint the main themes in a birth chart and how to answer questions about work, career, love, health, children and spiritual path using clear guidelines and easy to follow formulae. Stella will tell you the best books to buy and why and how to make the most of free and user-pays astrology software

With 20 years of experience and hundreds of satisfied clients on her books, Stella is keen to pass on her expert knowledge to budding astrologers!

IS THIS THE RIGHT COURSE FOR ME?

· You’ve completed Stella's "Astrology for Beginners" course and want to take your studies further.

. You've read dozens of astrology books or even completed a course, but you still can’t put all the information together.

· You know every detail of your own birth chart, but would be terrified if someone asked you to read theirs.

· You studied astrology years ago, but need to brush up on your technique or regain your confidence.

· You’ve done a basic astrology course and want to further your knowledge.

· You’re tired of studying astrology on your own and are looking for a group of like-minded people.

· You know all about astrology, but can’t communicate your knowledge in simple, straightforward language.

WHAT DO I NEED TO JOIN?

You will need a thorough grounding in astrological symbolism including knowledge of the elements, signs, houses, planets and aspects (square, trine etc). If you are not sure if you have these skills, please contact Stella to discuss your situation. All handouts, including a copy of your birth chart are included in the course fee, but you will need a pen and paper and access to a computer.

There is one end of course assignment and several recommended textbooks. A booklist will be supplied, but “Planets in Youth by Robert Hand is essential reading. Astrology books can be purchased from the Theosophical Bookshop at 126 Russell Street, Melbourne (cnr Bourke Street) http://www.tsbookshop.com.au  (03) 9650 3955 or from any good esoteric bookshop.

HOW TO ENROL

If you’d like to enrol in the 2010 Practical Natal Chart Reading course, click here for a booking form and remember, places fill up quickly; so don’t leave it until too late! If you’re still wondering if this is the right course for you, check out the student testimonials below or call Stella on (03) 9534 5021.

Practical Natal Chart Reading – Tuesday Evenings - Elwood  - Starts 7.30 pm Tuesday 16th March 2010  
$650 (single payment – save $50) or $350 x 2  (pay per eight week block)

To enrol in Stella's
2010 Practical Natal Chart Reading course

Click here for a booking form or call (03) 9534 5021

100% satisfaction guaranteed or your money back!!

 

STUDENT FEEDBACK
ASTROLOGY FOR BEGINNERS

“What joy and delight to come across a teacher like Stella.”

 'What joy and delight to come across a teacher like Stella. If only academia and the business world applied her style and format of training the world would be a better place. With her wealth of knowledge and insights Astrology has now become a valuable part of my everyday life. Thank you Stella'  (Monica Auldrige – Astrology Student 2007)

“Whether Stella’s class is big or small, nobody gets left behind.”

Stella has a way of teaching Astrology that really sinks in. If anyone in the class does not understand a concept, she takes time to explain it in a different way and makes sure it’s understood by all. Whether Stella’s class is big or small, nobody gets left behind. As budding astrologers, we can then communicate the complexities of this ancient art to others. Stella is a fantastic teacher and I recommend her classes to any serious student of Astrology. (Jane – Astrology Student 2006-2007)

“Classes are always fun and entertaining..”

The thing I have loved most about Astrology classes with Stella is that as well as gaining a thorough grounding in the ‘language’ and ‘vocabulary’ of Astrology, all kinds of interesting tangents are explored that make the theory come alive. Classes are always fun and entertaining – when I told my friend I wanted to study Astrology, she said, “You should see Stella, she’s not f***ed up!” (Kylie – Astrology Student 2006)

“You're not only a wonderful teacher, but also an amazing lady…”

We have all thoroughly enjoyed your class. Thanks again for a great year - you're not only a wonderful teacher, but also an amazing lady whom I'm really glad I've met.  (Susanne – Astrology Student 2006)

“She is a very experienced and empathetic teacher.”

I have studied Tarot and Astrology with Stella and enjoyed both very much. She is a very experienced and empathetic teacher. I highly recommend her classes. (Sue – Astrology & Tarot Student 2004-2007)

“Stella’s course helped me understand more about myself”

Stella’s course helped me understand more about myself and the direction I wanted my life to go. It’s been a fun and informative course. (Maria – Astrology Student 2006-2007)

“A teacher who is patient, knowledgeable and caring, in a casual, relaxed atmosphere”

If you want better understanding and acceptance of yourself and others with a teacher who is patient, knowledgeable and caring, in a casual, relaxed atmosphere, then I highly recommend Stella’s Astrology course. Thank you Stella. (Lisetta –Astrology Student 2006)

“I am able to relate to a wider range of people in business and socially”

Doing this astrology course has enlightened me and helped my relationships in many ways. By knowing the astrological signs and their meanings, I am able to use this knowledge when dealing with clients and family. I am able to relate to a wider range of people in business and socially due to the better understanding of all the signs.  
(Sylvia – Astrology Student 2006-07)

“Stella’s course has helped me understand and deal with clients, family and relationships, both personally and professionally.”

I had prior knowledge of the astrological sun signs before doing the course, but I knew there was much more to learn. Stella’s course has helped me understand and deal with clients, family and relationships, both personally and professionally, and I find it fascinating how uncanny it is that profiles fit each and everyone I come across whose birthday I know. It has helped me not to judge them, to understand them and be more accepting. Stella is a great sharer of information with examples and who has brilliant insights into why people behave the way they do. A very fascinating and helpful tool. Highly recommended.
(Margaret – Astrology Student 2006)

STUDENT FEEDBACK
PRACTICAL CHART READING

“I had never before been shown how to systematically put these ideas together enough to actually read a birth chart properly.”

Stella’s class in Practical Chart Reading provided a safe and fun environment in which to advance my astrological knowledge. Though I had a basic grasp of astrological concepts with their origins spanning back to my early teen years, I had never before been shown how to systematically put these ideas together enough to actually read a birth chart properly. Stella provided a solid practical approach to putting the concepts together, and in doing so breathed life for me into a previously stagnant interest. Stella shares the teachings of astrology with generosity of spirit, good humour and patience. She is a great teacher. I'm really sad that the class is over and I look forward to future opportunities to learn more with her.
Z. Woods (no relation!)  Astrology Student 2007

 
“Thanks also for preparing me for the calculation exam, where you presented me with everything I needed to know in a logical and thorough way. You almost made maths fun!”

Thanks so much for preparing me so thoroughly for the natal interpretation exam with the Federation of Australian Astrologers (FAA). The lessons I had with you enabled me to arrange my thoughts coherently and logically and present them in an essay form that was acceptable for exam purposes.Thanks also for preparing me for the calculation exam, where you presented me with everything I needed to know in a logical and thorough way. You almost made maths fun! I found my lessons with you to be stimulating, rewarding and entertaining.  Warmest regards,  Alison Feiner

"Thank you for all your help, guidance, inspiration and support throughout this transformative year, emotionally, financially and career wise."

Happy Christmas Stella,

I’m back from Byron feeling renewed and more ready to face the next stage of my life.  Thank you for all your help, guidance, inspiration and support throughout this transformative year also - emotionally, financially (allowing me to pay the course off) and career wise, as well as being the facilitator of some of the really happy moments I have enjoyed this year, being a student in your classes.

With love and light, Katrina xx
(Astrology Student 2009)

“I consider it a great blessing to have been her student and to have realised the potential she so brilliantly pointed out to me. I have gone on to pioneer an Astrohealth training course for health professionals..”

I am deeply grateful to Stella Woods for the knowledge she has passed on to me. My name is Swarupa Sridharan, and I have had an interest in astrology since I was 12 years of age. I began studying astrology formally with Stella in 2004 and have been practising it in my daily life successfully and as a professional astrologer since 2007.Stella is a very patient, understanding and wise woman whose words integrate common sense and the deeply philosophical science that is Astrology. As the teacher, she would always leave us feeling an increase in interest on the subjects we had discussed and encourage us to apply what we learned in our lives, so as to give us an experiential understanding of what is considered even today by many, to be an occult science. She loved using celebrity examples in class and always used her generous sense of humour to uplift us all when we were too deep in the analysis of our learning material.I can unconditionally attest to her winning attributes as a great teacher and astrologer from my life now. I have gone on to pioneer an Astrohealth training course for health professionals, drawing from my background as a registered nurse and my study of astrology. It gives me great pleasure to recall that it was Stella who recognised the potential of my own birth chart. I consider it a great blessing to have been her student and to have realised the potential she so brilliantly pointed out to me.I am most happy to recommend Stella Woods to anyone who is in anyway interested in Astrology. Her gifts are absolutely marvellous and in sharing them, she does a great service to humanity. I am most happy to discuss this or any other questions you may have.
 
Swarupa Sridharan, CEO Om Consulting

“What I got from learning astrology with Stella was a simple, clear framework about what the various planetary symbols mean as well as a sense of confidence about doing readings.”

What I got from learning astrology with Stella was a simple, clear framework about what the various planetary symbols mean as well as a sense of confidence about doing readings. I can look at a chart and know what to look for with a sense of confidence. I like to go to Stella for readings as she doesn't futz about with flowery astro description about what is aligned conjunct square etc which is mesmerisingly complex but meaningless. She speaks plainly, explaining what she sees going on in the chart in simple practical English. Its also good being able to know how to read a chart because she and I can converse about what the various transits etc mean in a more meaningful way. Getting a reading from Stella is reassuring for me, and reinforcing that what I am seeing is also affirmed and explored in more depth.
 
Caroline Shahbaz, Management Consultant (Astrology Student 2000-01)

“Stella is a teacher, a healer and a woman of great wisdom. Her teaching style was targeted to every person's individual learning needs.”

Throughout 2001-02 I studied Tarot and Astrology with Stella Woods. What a great decision I made. I began to think about people and my life very differently. Stella taught me that our own lives mirrored the journey of the people represented in the tarot and that the symbols contained in the cards are a representation our own inner and outer life experiences. Stella is a teacher, a healer and a woman of great wisdom. Her teaching style was targeted to every person's individual learning needs. Studying tarot and astrology awakened an interest in my own spiritual health, the spiritual health and well being of others and now I am studying a Diploma of Holistic Counselling. I credit Stella as being a knowledgeable and influential teacher and studying with her has given me the courage and insight to follow my intuition and dreams. (Simone Tarot/Astrology Student 2001-02)

"I didn't get the chance to properly thank you last night for three years of learning some pretty great stuff.  I've had an amazing time..."

Hi Stella
 
I didn't get the chance to properly thank you last night for three years of learning some pretty great stuff. I've had an amazing time and have really enjoyed every class. Thank you for your classes, your wonderful teaching style and your patience! Have a lovely break and see you soon

Take care, Kim
(Astrology & Tarot Student 2008-2010)

"Psychology was never like this!  I have also learned heaps about myself."

Hi Stella,

I have learned heaps about my friend through the assignment you set us, although it is a little weird being able to peer so closely into her psyche. Psychology was never like this!  I have also learned heaps about myself and my relationship with her and that is leading to heaps of self-reflection and work on myself. It has been and still is very confronting and intense.

Cheers, Fiona
(Astrology Student 2008-09)