Feng Shui Professional Certification 2009-2010 (& 2010-2011)

Classes (4 days) except Modules 1 & 6 (5 days) with Liu Ming, Howard Choy, Alex Stark, Manu Butterworth, Carol Venolia, Matthew Chapman and Vicki Warren.
All Modules are aimed at creating a hands-on experience that facilitates
the immediate practical use of what you learn.

Module 1 *October 7th - October 11th, 2010
Module 2 November 5th - 8th, 2010
Module 3 December 3rd - 6th, 2010
Module 4 January 7th - 10th, 2011
Module 5 March 12th - 15th, 2010
Module 6 *April 16th - 20th, 2010
Module 7 May 14th - 17th, 2010
Module 8 June 11th - 14th, 2010
Module 9 July 23rd - 26th, 2010

*modules 1 & 6 are five days


Module 1: Form and Foundation
with Liu Ming and Manu Butterworth

This module consists of an exploration of the origins and history of feng shui, the different schools of feng shui, the development of feng shui's most powerful tools and an explanation of the underlying principles that allow feng shui to work; with a strong emphasis on "Form School"(one of the 2 original schools of feng shui).  

You will gain an understanding of the Taoist ( daoist ) Art of Design and its part in environmental awareness and Solar Architecture. You will unravel the complexities of the yin-yang principle and 5 elements theory and learn how to utilize them in design to enrich life and create the best energetic qualities for health and prosperity.

You will gain a practical knowledge of the most valuable feng shui applications for home, business, and personal growth.

This module includes:

  • The history and origins of feng shui
  • The dynamics of yin and yang, the Tao, oriental diagnosis, the five elements, and their application; to invigorate your health and prosperity   
  • The principles of feng shui and their definitions
  • Maximizing Sheng Chi (useful,positive energies) and minimizing Sha Chi (harmful or stagnant energies)
  • Site analysis and the different factors affecting feng shui
  • feng shui uses in the retail trade, marketing, and commercial settings
  • The effect of colors, shapes, logos, numbers, and artwork
  • How to cultivate auspicious chi and eliminate harmful influences
  • Specific strategies for design, renovation, and surveying
  • Analysis of sites, buildings and individual rooms
  • A deep understanding of Taoist philosophy and how it is used for self-mastery and self healing
  • The universal application of the San Cai (san t'shai) or the "Three Treasures" principle (Heaven, Earth and Humanity)
  • How to align psychological, emotional and physical energies with universal energies
  • Everything you need to know to properly assess the form (form school) of your environment and make the necessary adjustments
  • Design strategies for home and office
  • Designing the feng shui garden
  • Feng Shui for business
  • The art, science and power of de-cluttering
  • Space clearing
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Bazhai, Ming Gua and Introduction to the Luopan Compass
with Matthew Chapman

 

In this module, we continue our journey with an introduction to Compass School feng shui (the second of the original 2 schools of feng shui). Using the Western Luopan as a reference, you will be led to an exploration of what is possible when you combine the 8 compass directions with the dynamics of yin/yang and the 5 elements theory.

With the introduction of the eight directions we follow the evolution of the "Later Heaven Trigrams" to construct the "Bagua" (an octagonal mandala with infinite uses in feng shui). We examine the Lo Shu (the magic square of feng shui) as it leads to the Ming Gua and Ba Zhai methods (the core of "Eight Houses" feng shui).

Using these methods you will learn how to draw an energy diagram that illustrates the 4 auspicious and 4 less auspicious directions for the individual (Ming Gua) and for the structure (Ba Zhai).  

Once you have mastered these two powerful techniques you will be able to make informed and relevant choices for optimal design, that relate equally to the structure and the people within.



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Four Pillars Astrology
with Liu Ming and Matthew Chapman

Enter into the fascinating study of a very important system based on Taoist Metaphysics and Cosmology. Used extensively by Feng Shui experts in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, Four Pillars is an ancient system that reveals aspects of destiny, constitutional dynamics, and beneficial elements. This sophisticated method is as useful for deriving important and very personal Feng Shui information about Feng Shui clients as well as clearly revealing aspects of their character. Armed with superior knowledge of their clients and their needs, the practitioner can optimize the relevance and results of the consultation.

Four pillars is an ancient system of constructing a Horoscope based on the "Heavenly Stems" and "Earthly Branches" at the hour, day, month and year of birth.  Interpretation is the result of examining the manner in which the elements and animal archetypes contained in the charts interact with aspects within the chart as well as conditions in the world.

 




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Walking the Dragon I
with Alex Stark

 

These four days will explore the basics of land form and topography. Dragon Veins, Water Dragons, Ley Lines, and Power Spots will be defined and explained. Outstanding examples from around the world will be introduced, including San Francisco Bay, Manhattan Island, Mt. St. Michel (France), Beijing, Stonehenge, and Delphi (Greece). This module will also relate land form and water systems to underground energies. Examples will also be given of actual situations and how the topography in their cases impacted the outcome of people’s lives, prosperity, and health. The workshop will also include a full day of walking on the land, identifying dragon veins, dragon formations, and their relationships to human settlements, and the seats of political and economic power. Examples will include, in addition to the San Francisco Bay area, New York Harbor, the Florida Town Development of Seaside, the town of Highland Lake in North Carolina, and the city of Auroville in India.



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Flying Star & Luopan Compass

with Howard Choy

Flying Star Feng Shui is the most dynamic and accurate technique and is comparable to astrology for buildings.

The Universe is ever changing and natural influences evolve with the passage of time. Flying Star Feng Shui incorporates the elements of time and space. It will enable you to trace the pattern of change through the 20 year periods called "ages". It makes it possible to access the fortune of a dwelling. With practice, one can learn how to unblock energies that affect the aspects of prosperity and health in a dwelling.

The Luopan Compass is the essential tool in Classical Feng Shui.   Its many rings reveal vital information in assessing a dwelling or building site and contain a large body of knowledge that encompasses classical Chinese philosophy, numerology and cosmology.   The Chinese Luopan can take a very long time to master since it requires prior learning of the Chinese characters.   The Western Luopan simplifies the process and makes it easier for the western student to learn and use.



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Walking the Dragon II
with Alex Stark


 

 

 

 

 

 

Topography and Landform (part II) We will focus on the analysis of the client’s property in relation to the regional land form, water courses, underground water, and other factors of exterior feng shui such as plot shape, slope, and proximity to roads and streets. In addition to classical land and water forms known in feng shui to foster prosperity and success, examples will be given of contemporary businesses and developments that have used feng shui principles to create success through the manipulation of land form, water courses, and other feng shui cures. Examples will include the Center for Discovery Pediatric campus in Harris, NY, Lynmar Winery in Sonoma, Whole Foods Markets in Edgewater, NJ, and the Aspen Institute in Aspen Colorado, among others.

 



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Living Environments
with Carol Venolia, Janine Bjornson, Alex Stadtner and Vicki Warren

In Relationship to Our Environments, you will explore a range of tangible and subtle elements that can make the difference between environments that support all of life—and environments that are debilitating and destructive. Nationally recognized experts will introduce you to related areas of study that will help you create vibrant, healthful Living Environments.
In essence, we will follow the ebbs and flows of the natural order as they manifest in the best design practices, leading to healthful and energized spaces.

This specialization track delves deeper into factors that create a healthy environment. This knowledge is an essential component of feng shui, because it enables us to guide our clients toward optimum health and well-being. When giving a client advice on the best way in which to arrange their home, we need to be aware of environmental factors that may compromise their health, and opportunities to improve their vitality and that of the whole earth.

Outdoor Rooms: Microclimate Design, Backyard Wildlife Habitat Gardening

Nature of Sustainable and Regenerative Design







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Completion
with Manu Butteworth and Matthew Chapman

During this class, students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience and apply everything they have learned in the first prior classes in a holistic way. You will also have the opportunity to challenge yourself, consolidate what they you mastered and become aware of the areas that require further review. The focus of this module is to build confidence in our student practitioners and to assure that you are well trained before going out on your own.

The first & lastdays of this module are dedicated a review of the year's work to date.

The first and final days are dedicated to more hands on site visit with the opportunity to experience the components of actual consultations in a real -life setting; all under expert supervision.

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