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[Disclaimer, explanation: The information/workshops listed below are presented by members of the Association of Vision Educators. Every teacher is different. Most offer private lessons, or small group classes, some of which might be on a once (or more) a week schedule. Below is a list of special one time courses that will be offered "in one piece". This would make sense if you wanted to fly in from another part of the country/world and take the course...]

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Jump to Rosemary Gaddum Gordon in New England
 Sylvia Lakeland, Poland and Portugal
Sarah Cobb (in England!)
Dr. Samuel A. Berne
Nina Hutchings, France
Margaret Montgomery and Aileen Whiteford, England
 Roberto Kaplan
Elizabeth Abraham, Canada
Carina Goodrich, Australia
Peter Grunwald
Tom Quackenbush
(updates coming soon...!)


Spring 2008 in New England
Upcoming classes with
Rosemary Gaddum Gordon, D.B.O., M.A.



EYES IN FOCUS I:
Learn how to take care of your vision, to see more comfortably and clearly, reduce or prevent your dependence on glasses, be less sensitive to bright light, read more fluidly and more. This class is designed for adults with functional eye issues such as near and far-sightedness, astigmatism, sensitivity to sunlight, eye strain, strabismus (crossed or wall eyes), and amblyopia.
Saturday, April 26th, 9:30 am - 6 pm
at The Barn at Lightwater, 43 Mast Cove Road, Eliot, ME 03903
Cost: $125
(pre-registration required)

EYES IN FOCUS II;
Seeing From The Core
You are invited to join us for some concentrated vision time. Time to relax, explore and loosen your eyes, your mind and your body. Time to practice centering at your core, being present and letting yourself see more fully, clearly, and easily.
Bring your Vision Journal, your insight, your near sight and your farsight. Connect with others and find support and camaraderie on the road to good vision.
This class is for people who have worked with me for at least 9 hours or who have done equivalent work with another teacher. Please call to discuss.
Saturday Workshop 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Date to be announced
For more information: www.visioneducators.com
 

 


Vision, Hearing and WholeBody Wellness
a LIVING VISION™ natural vision improvement class
with Larhken B Carroll.
March 14-16, 2008 in Oakland, CA.

You’ll learn tools drawn from acupressure, the Bates method and LIVING VISION, in a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere.

You’ll experience:

  • Keys to eyesight health and vision improvement
  • Tools to improve hearing and listening
  • Stress release for the jaw, neck and face
  • Ways to develop focus and peripheral vision
  • Developing your own personalized program
  • You’re welcome to attend Friday evening, March 14, only, or the whole class.

    510-531-9729 for more info, or email Larhken at larknc@pacbell.net
     


    Spring Vision Retreat with Connie Brander
    Vancouver, Canada
    March 20-23, 2008

    See www.relaxedvision.com for more information.
     


    The Aculight Vision Enhancement System with Sarah Cobb


    PS. Please contact Sarah on eyeamsarah@hotmail.com for details about the equipment, if you wish to purchase a set. Student sets will be available for use for participants of the course.
     


    2008 Workshops with Peter Grunwald,
    www.eyebody.com

     
    for full descriptions and contact information of the following workshops and retreats,
    please go to www.eyebody.com/schedules/index.cfm

     

    Introductory Workshops
    Dublin, Ireland    18-May-08
    London, UK    24-May-08
    Copenhagen, Denmark    25-May-08

    Retreats
    USA May 2-7, 2008
    Wildwood Retreat,
    Sonoma Valley, California

    USA June 22-27, 2008
    Skyland Retreat,
    Frydon, New Jersey

    INTERNATIONAL ADVANCED EYEBODY RETREAT August 3-9, 2008
    "Beyond Glasses" (special prerequisites)
    Kloster Kappel am Albis, Switzerland

    WALES (UK) August, 17-23, 2008
    Buckland Hall Retreat Centre

    AUSTRALIA approx. last week September 2008
    Location not yet confirmed

    JAPAN October  31 -November 3, 2008
    Kyoto Retreat, Kansai Seminar House

    NEW ZEALAND January 2 - 23, 2009
    3-week Intensive:
    "The Extraordinary Art of Seeing, Thinking and Moving"
    Mana Retreat Center, Coromandel, and Auckland

    NEW ZEALAND January 3 - 9, 2009
    6 Day Mana Holiday Retreat, Coromandel
     

     
     
     

    Seminars by Dr. Samuel A. Berne, 2008
    www.newattention.net




    To Register: Contact Dr. Berne at sberneinfo@cybermesa.com
     



    Aspects of Vision - InFocus
    in association with the
    College of Vision Education


    6 Day Residential Workshop in England

    Come and learn the BATES METHOD and
    Improve and take care of your eyesight naturally

    20th-26th July 2008
     


    WORKSHOP CONTENT

    Learn how to:-
    • understand how your eyes work
    • use the principles of the Bates Method in your every day seeing
    • relax and use your eyes without effort
    • read without strain
    • use both eyes together in a comfortable, balanced way
    • enjoy games and activities to enhance your eye/body co-ordination
    • trust your eyes and experience how other senses can support vision
    • dialogue with your eyes
    • give the best nutritional support for your eyes
    • recognise strain and have strategies in place to change things

    Come on a nighttime walk and explore your vision in the dark
    Meet with others who are interested in improving their eyesight
    Plenty of fun, good company and lots of practical experience
    The Bates Method is for everyone and every eye condition

    WORKSHOP - 2008
    The workshop starts on Sunday afternoon 20th July with a ‘meet and greet ‘ fellow participants followed by dinner and ends on Saturday 26th July after 4 p.m.

    Participants will include those who are interested in having 6 days devoted to learning how to use their eyes well, and also trainee students of the College of Vision Education teacher training course at the beginning of their course.

    VENUE
    Felden Lodge is set in 32 acres of peaceful grounds on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead and within easy access by:-

    Road (M1, M25 motorways, A414, and A41)
    Rail (London Euston to Hemel Hempstead)
    Airports (Heathrow and Luton)
    Tube (Metropolitan Line - Chesham)
    Transport to the venue can be arranged by the organisers if plans are known.


    PRESENTERS
    The co-presenters are Aileen Whiteford and Margaret Montgomery who have many years or experience as teachers, presenters, course leaders and teacher trainers of the Bates Method.

    Cost £720 (includes workshop participation, single accommodation with ensuite facilities, all meals, handbook, any other handouts including charts, etc.)

    To secure a place for this event send a deposit of £150 (GBP) no later than 14th December 2007
    balance of payment £620 (GBP) to reach us no later than 12th January 2007
    or
    To select the EARLY BIRD booking option at £685 (GBP) must be paid in full 14th December 2007

    Payment can be by:-
    Cheque (GBP £) or bank to bank transfer


    To book a place on this workshop and/or to find out more about becoming a Bates Teacher contact us on:-

    Tel:- +44(0)1442 862 228
    Mo:- +44(0)7710 500 494
    Email:- aspectsvisinfocus@btinternet.com
    Website:- www.aspectsofvisioninfocus.com (under construction)
     


    2008 Workshops with Nina Hutchings, France, Switzerland and Madrid


    Workshops in Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, Montpellier and south of France in general, as well as in Strasbourg and Switzerland and Madrid.

    Summer residential workshops in France in 2008.
    6 - 12 July 2008
    3 - 9 August 2008

    For details on the workshop, contact : nhutchings@orange.fr
    For information www.artdevoir.asso.fr


     


     

    The 2008 Weekend Seminar with Carina Goodrich,
    July 19 & 20, 2008
    at Worldview Centre, Sunshine Coast, Queensland Australia

    A wonderful opportunity for you to free yourself from dependence on glasses and contact lenses. The Janet Goodrich Method addresses the causes of visual blur, as well as teaching effective techniques to bring back the flexibility and movement in the muscles and lens of the eyes.

    Very informative and wealth of knowledge. Friendly, open & passionate presentation.” Trijntje, Australia

    The seminar takes place over two days with the optional second day being for those who want to work more in depth. Those with ‘old-age’ reading blur (presbyopia) will find great benefit from attending just Day One. Those with short-sightedness (myopia), long-sightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism, lazy eye or who just want a deeper understanding of their visual system will choose to participate in the Full Weekend.

    Date: July 19 & 20, 2008
    Investment:
    One Day: Natural Vision Improvement for Everybody
    Saturday July 19, 2008 9:30am to 5pm (please arrive at 9am for registration)
    o Including tuition, materials, lunch, morning & afternoon tea: $175

    Full Weekend Seminar:
    Day 1 NVI for everybody 9:30am to 5pm
    Day 2 NVI in depth for myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism 9:30 am to 4pm
    o  Full seminar including tuition, materials, lunches, morning & afternoon teas: $325

    Relax & enjoy the Full Seminar with accommodation at the venue.
    Includes tuition, materials, twin share accommodation, all meals from Friday Dinner to Sunday afternoon tea:
    o  Full residential seminar: $460
    o  Full residential seminar camping: $395 (BYO tent)

    A variety of accommodation is also available nearby.

    Visit our website for more details www.JanetGoodrichMethod.com or request your hardcopy information booklet by contacting us, email: info@JanetGoodrichMethod.com or phone: 61 7 5494-4888.

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    2008 Vision Retreat With Carina Goodrich,
    Queensland Australia


    The 5 day course starts October 13, 2008 (plan to arrive the evening of October 12.)


    You are invited to attend the 2008 Vision Retreat on the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Queensland Australia. This delightful and relaxing course in 2 parts offers you the opportunity to learn the most important vision activities for your situation, luxuriate in the beautiful location, enjoy delicious and health-giving catering, and change the way you use your eyes away from the stresses of your daily routine.

    Part 1 Natural Vision Improvement - 5 days of rewarding eyesight education and enjoyable vision activities. Take away materials for home use and your individual programme for continuing your improvement at home and work. 

    "Carina's facilitation was very responsive to individual situations. Always doing more to find an answer. Very honest & straightforward, able to relate to us, non-confrontational & accepting."
    Margaret, Vision Retreat 2007

    Part 2 Emotional Healing - 5 days of emotional insight and personal journey, oriented towards the causes of visual blur, daily stress and life relationships. (Part 2 is optional and places are limited to a smaller number of participants than Part 1)

    "Carina is a great teacher, has a lot of knowledge which makes her great to listen to. For the emotional part, she is incredibly intuitive, I am amazed how accurate she is at identifying our blockages."
    Finn, Vision Retreat 2005

    Carina Goodrich's dedicated and compassionate approach will assist you to set up your personal vision improvement programme and find and resolve the causes of your visual blur. 
    Places are very limited to ensure personal attention.

    For further information, testimonials and enrolment instructions, visit http://www.janetgoodrichmethod.com/vision_retreat.html


    The 2008 Vision Retreat will take place at the Worldview Centre, near Montville, Queensland, Australia.


     


    2008 with Sylvia Lakeland

     

    May 16 to 23 in Poland and
    May 27 to June 14 in Portugal

    contact: lakelandsylvia1030@yahoo.com.br
    www.lakelandsylvia.com.br/PT/index_pt.html

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    Weekend Seminar with Thomas R. Quackenbush
    www.NaturalVisionCenter.com

    Natural Eyesight Improvement Weekend Seminars (2 1/2 days)
    Nijmegen (Malden), The Netherlands
    Friday, August 8, 2008, 6:30 p.m-9 p.m
    and Saturday, August 9, 2008, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
    and Sunday, August 10, 2008, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
     

    Courses, Seminars and Teacher Training Program taught at the Natural Vision Center by
    Thomas R. Quackenbush
    Author of Relearning to See-Improve Your Eyesight Naturally!
    Editor of Better Eyesight: The Complete Magazines of William H. Bates
    in Malden, The Netherlands (Holland)
    Email TomQ@NaturalVisionCenter.com for full information
    Office +31 (0) 622-2982
    Fax +31 (0) 622-2983
     


    EyeCode® Seminars offered by Dr. Roberto Kaplan

    To Be Announced
    EyeCode
    ®2 - Integrated Iris Analysis
    Professional Seminar-, Sport- und Wellnesshotel, St.Wolfgang, 
    Bad Griesbach i. Rottal,
     Germany  
    www.stwolfgang.de 
    www.gabrielakaplan.at

    beratung@gabrielakaplan.at

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    2008 Workshops with Elizabeth Abraham
    Vision Education Centre
    www.visioneducators.com

    YOU CAN IMPROVE YOUR VISION!

     

    LEARN TO SEE CLEARLY
    LEVEL ONE:
    Weekend Workshops (dates coming soon!)

    All of the above classes are taught by Elizabeth Abraham at:

    Vision Education Centre
    339 Bloor Street West #215 (south side of Bloor, west of St George)

    Toronto Ontario Canada M5S 1W7.

    For more information: 416-599-9202

    elizabeth@visioneducators.com

    www.visioneducators.com


    Elizabeth Abraham
    Vision Education Centre
    416-599-9202
    elizabeth@visioneducators.com
    www.visioneducators.com

     



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