Foundations of Astrology by Kathryn Hocking is a self-paced introductory course in Western astrology. It walks new students step by step through the symbols of the birth chart, moving from history and archetypes to the more nuanced language of aspects and timing, all in a practical and approachable voice.
This course is for people who are new to astrology, including those who have tried to learn from books or online searches and felt overwhelmed by the jargon. It is suited to self-directed learners who want a clear foundation before moving into more advanced birth-chart or business astrology work. No prior experience or credentials are required.
The curriculum is organized in three parts. The first, Introduction to Astrology, covers the history of astrology, the major schools of thought, and Kathryn’s own perspective on how astrology can be applied in everyday life.
The second part, Core Concepts in Astrology, is the practical heart of the course. Students learn how to generate a personalized birth chart at no cost, then work through the zodiac signs and their archetypes, the four chart angles, the twelve houses and the life areas they describe, and the planets with their specific energies — for example, Mars as action and Jupiter as expansion. The elements, qualities, and polarities of each sign are woven through this section.
The third part, Advanced Astrology Concepts, introduces the dynamic layer of chart reading: aspects, transits, and progressions. Students learn how planets relate to each other, how current planetary movements activate points in the natal chart, and how progressed positions reflect personal evolution over time. The focus throughout is on theory and chart literacy rather than in-depth individual placement analysis.
The course is taught by Kathryn Hocking, an Australian business astrologer and teacher who combines an intuitive, evolutionary approach with practical online teaching. Kathryn is the creator of the Business Astrology Academy and author of Hay House’s Business Astrology Oracle Deck, and she has been endorsed by mentors including Denise Duffield-Thomas, Julie Parker, and Nisha Moodley.
The format is fully self-paced. On enrollment, students receive instant access to a collection of step-by-step videos and a PDF workbook that accompanies each section, available on all devices. There are no live sessions or fixed cohort dates — the course can be started and completed at any time, with unlimited lifetime access so students can revisit the material as their practice deepens.
The curriculum is organized in three parts. The first, Introduction to Astrology, covers the history of astrology, the major schools of thought, and Kathryn’s own perspective on how astrology can be applied in everyday life.
The second part, Core Concepts in Astrology, is the practical heart of the course. Students learn how to generate a personalized birth chart at no cost, then work through the zodiac signs and their archetypes, the four chart angles, the twelve houses and the life areas they describe, and the planets with their specific energies — for example, Mars as action and Jupiter as expansion. The elements, qualities, and polarities of each sign are woven through this section.
The third part, Advanced Astrology Concepts, introduces the dynamic layer of chart reading: aspects, transits, and progressions. Students learn how planets relate to each other, how current planetary movements activate points in the natal chart, and how progressed positions reflect personal evolution over time. The focus throughout is on theory and chart literacy rather than in-depth individual placement analysis.
Meet your teacher
Kathryn Hocking is an Australia-based business astrologer, teacher, and mentor. She focuses on practical, approachable astrology instruction and blends evolutionary, intuitive methods with strategy for soul-aligned business and personal growth.
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