The Centre for Astrology, Myth and Symbol is a community of tutors and students united by a shared love of astrology’s relationship to mythology, archetype and symbol.
Our tutors bring insight from the fields of depth and archetypal psychology, including the work of C.G. Jung and James Hillman, from myths and fairy tales, and from subjects such as alchemy and divination which share astrology’s imaginal and participatory view of the cosmos, using these as a path to ever-deeper engagement with astrology. Being alive to the imaginative world of the psyche, our work facilitates a deep relationship to the symbols of the birth chart, to evoke them as a living archetypal presence.
Our online courses and our annual residential event are led by some of the world’s most highly regarded teachers in the field of astrology, experienced guides in the exploration of astrology through the lens of mythic and symbolic imagination. Both online and in person, our approach favours personal chart work and participatory engagement, encouraging you to think psychologically and work symbolically with charts, particularly your own.
Carole Taylor
Founder and director
Video Presentation with Brian, Carole, Safron & Jason
Online events
Available as live classes or in self-study format. Live classes offer opportunities for guided reflection and discussion in small groups.
All courses include course material, reflective exercises, written articles and suggestions for further reading and study.
Annual study retreat
A week-long study retreat held in the UK and focused on deep learning and personal chart work.
Information about our 2026 event will be posted here soon. In the meantime, visit the Live Events page for a summary of our past events.
Astrology and the Symbolic Imagination
At the Centre’s heart is our signature course, Astrology and the Symbolic Imagination, held annually and taught by Brian Clark, Carole Taylor, Safron Rossi and Jason Holley. This course explores astrology as an art of the creative imagination and the horoscope as imaginal cosmos. As with all of our course, its aim is to move us beyond superficial descriptive interpretations of the chart or mechanical use of techniques, so that the symbols come to life as conduits for the intelligence and wisdom of the psyche.
Current Courses
Sacred Songs in Contemporary Times
Online Course, September 9 - October 29, 2025
Tutors: Brian Clark, Jason Holley, Safron Rossi & Carole Taylor
An astrological reading of the Homeric Hymns, focusing on the hymns to Demeter, Aphrodite, Apollo and Hermes.
The Gods of Place
4-week Online Course, with Brian Clark
Live sessions took place in July but the course is still available via self-study until October 3rd.
A companion to Brian’s hugely successful course The Gods of Time.
Astrology and the Symbolic Imagination
8 week Online Course with Brian Clark, Carole Taylor, Safron Rossi & Jason Holley
Live sessions took place in June, but the course is still available via self-study until September 1st.
Testimonials
‘The Gods of Time' (April, 2024)
An eye opening course, a journey through time and psyche, and an invitation to live a more ensouled time in the present. Brilliant! - João, Portugal
I had a wonderful experience engaging with the excellent lecture materials and the other participants in Brian Clark’s “Gods of Time” course. Brian is not just a knowledgeable master of the art, but a deeply empathetic human being who brings a wealth of experience to his teaching. A great course! Thank you. - Rita M.
Brian Clark is, in a nutshell, a gem. Apart from being one of the best astrology teachers that I've known, he is a sensitive and caring human being. He is so humble you would never guess how knowledgeable and experienced he is. Brian enriches his classes with inspiring artwork and quotes while offering practical tools that one can immediately apply to any chart. He encourages, and provides tools for, self-reflection. He is generous in sharing study materials that are tailor-made for the class or that he has published. Learning with him alongside Carole Taylor has been an extraordinary experience! Carole, also a humble and wise teacher, brings her vast knowledge, her clarity, and her fantastic talent for synthesis to everything she does. I consider myself truly fortunate to have found them. - Anonymous, South America
'Astrology, Alchemy and The Journey of the Soul' (May, 2024)
Be prepared to have your life changed by the course. I got home and feel a longing to do more of this - and change things so I can. - CF, Forest Row, UK
The CAMS Astrology & Alchemy course was absolutely fascinating. I loved it. Clare and Carole are such wonderful tutors and the small group meant we were all happy to share our experiences. I came away with a greater understanding of how the planets work in our psyche and offer possibilities for true personal transformation. I can't recommend enough. - Alison, France
‘Astrology & the Symbolic Imagination’ (June, 2024)
This is a wonderful experience for anyone wishing to develop their creative imagination and expression. I found it most enlightening and it clarified the connections between symbol, myth, archetype, psychology and astrology brilliantly. Thank you to all concerned. - SG.
Brian, Carole, Safron and Jason are wonderful presenters. They're all compassionate and kind in their engagement with students and have so much depth and wealth of knowledge. I will look forward to learning from them again. - CBS, Seattle.
Incredibly rich presentations overflowing with deep insights, new ways of seeing and experiencing things and consistently thought-provoking material. The teachers are AMAZING and beyond generous both in their presentations, but also in answering questions from class participants. LOVED IT! - BB, USA
Alongside renowned and reputable astrologers, this course allowed me to understand their approach of working with astrology's symbolism - an aspect of astrology I have grappled with. The course taught theory in this area and the application thereof. I have finished the course gaining the confidence I sought for my own practice. - EH
If you'd like to deepen, widen, expand into astrology in a way you never thought possible - take this course! Beyond technique (not that that isn't important) is a land, waiting, of mythology, holographic meaning making/discovering and a home for anyone who wants to ponder life and what we're all even doing here. - CM