Dawns Enchanted Garden
Herb, Aromatherapy, and Spiritual Classes Summer /Fall2008
Dawn Gates, MH is a registered nurse, master herbalist and aromatherapist who has been studying natural and spiritual healing for over 18 years. She has studied with herbal greats like Mathew Woods, Rosemary Gladstar, Candis Cantin, Phillis Light, David Winston, Dottie Running Horse, Lise Wolf, and Susun Weed. For more information on classes and her school the Live Oak School of Natural Healing go to: Dawnsenchantedgarden.com
Aromatherapy 101
Aromatherapy has been used for thousands of years to heal the body, mind and spirit. Come join us as we rediscover this ancient art and its modern uses for treating everything from the common cold to cancer. In this class we will cover 15 essential oils and how to use them to treat a variety of illnesses. We will also discuss how aromatherapy works, how to integrate aromatherapy into your life, and how to heal your family and friends.
October, 11 4:00- 6:30@ Avalon 1211 Hillcrest, Orlando, FL. 7:00-8:30pm
Cost: $15.00
Native American Soul Retrieval
Do you feel like a part of you, was lost at some point in your life? Do you feel depressed, alone, or out of touch with the world around you? Then you may benefit from a soul retrival session. In many Native American tribes part of the soul can be lost during illness, trama or emotional strain. In these workshops we will be learning the basic techniques of soul retrieval including smudging, trance states, power animals, and journeying to the underworld. During the second day we will do a soul retrieval session on all of the participants in the class.
Day 1 - including smudging, trance states, power animals, journeying to the underworld.
Day 2- Journey to the underworld and soul retrieval session.
$150.00. Preregistration required, 10 student limit.
November 14th-15th 4:00-7:00 at Avalon 1211 Hillcrest in Orlando, FL. .
Did you know that most modern cleaning products are filled with toxic chemicals that have been proven to cause allergies, asthma, and cancer? In this class we will learn to make our own natural, organic cleaners that are safe to use with simple everyday ingredients. We will not only be discussing how to make cleaners students will make an all purpose cleaner to take home and use. December 6, 2008 @ Avalon 1211 Hillcrest, Orlando, FL. 4-5:30pm. Cost: $15.00 Starting an Herbal Medicine Chest Come learn how 12 herbs and essential oils can be used for everything from cuts and scrapes to colds and flu. We will discuss the herbs and essential oils that can be used to treat specific illness as well as ways to store and prepare herbal medicine for a first aid kit in your home or for travel. December 27th 2008 @ Avalon 1211 Hillcrest in Orlando, FL 4-5:30 In this class we will be making both stick (using blanks) and powdered incense to burn on coals with dried herbs, essential oils and resins. We will also be learning how to take blanks and create your own stick and cone incense from scratch. This is a hands on class where you will make your own herbal incense to take home. January 10th 2009 @ Avalon 1211 Hillcrest in Orlando, FL 4-6pm. Cost: $20.00 Advanced Herbalism (Materia Medica) A six-month class that will cover the top 100-150 herbs that every herbal student should know. Information includes; Doctrine of signatures related to each plant, growing conditions/locations, medical uses, contraindications, standard dosages, and specific indications by disease pattern. Case studies will be discussed; herbs will be tasted, made into herbal medicines, and learned through hands on experiences with them. Monthly classes starting @ Avalon 1211 Hillcrest in Orlando in early February Cost $250.00 Pre-Register and pay before January 1, 2009 and get $50.00 off the class price. Call Dawn Gates @ 352-669-1963 or 407-967-6042 (C) or e-mail at: Dawnsenchantedgarden@yahoo.com to pre-register for individual classes or certification programs. Classes may be canceled for lack of pre-registered students. Live Oak School of Natural Healing Herbalist Certification Programs- Learn to become a Lay Herbalist, Certified Herbalist, or Master Herbalist! Certification based on national standards for practitioners. Certifications can be done in classroom, and/or on-line. Contact Dawn Gates for more information.
Natural Cleaning; How to Make Natural Cleaning ProductsIncense Making 101
407-967-6042 or e-mail at Dawnsenchantedgarden@yahoo.com to register for classes.
Herb Walks-Learn the local plants that can be used as herbal medicine.
Herbal Certification Program- Learn to become a practicing herbalist! Certification based on national standards for practitioners.
Other classes held in the past include:
Aromatherapy 200- Aromatherapy course for those who desire deeper training into essential oils. In this class we cover chemical structure, 20 more essential oils, how to use them to treat illness and how to use them in different mediums (bath salts, carrier oils, etc.) to treat different diseases. CEU's offered.
Aromatherapy 400- A 6 month course on aromatherapy that will make the taker compedent to be a practicing aromatherapist. Skills taught include basic anatomy and physiology, history, chemical structures, over 50 essential oils, and how to use them in a practice. A test will be given (to those who desire certification) and passing students will recieve certification and CEU's. Diagnostics 101 and advanced diagnostics must be completed prior to certification.
Beginning Herbalism- A beginning course in herbalism. In this class we cover over 50 herbs and their medicinal properties, case studies are discussed and hands on learning is involved (tasting, touching, smelling, herb walks). CEU's are offered. Classes met for one full weekend or (3) 1 day weekend days.
Advanced Herbalism- This is an advanced class in herbalism for the more serious student. In this class we will be studying over 150 herbs (in depth), discussing case studies, learning basic diagnostic methods, and doing more hands on learning. Students who desire herbalist certification will take a test, and recieve CEU's (For those who wish to recieve the schools blessing (and certificate) to become a herbal practitioner diagnostics 101 and advanced diagnostics must be taken. Classes meet for 1 weekend a month for 6 months.
Making Herbal Medicine- A class for those who want to learn how to make their own salves, tinctures, bath salts, teas and so much more. Learn the secrets from someone who has been making and selling her medicine for over 12 years.
Diagnostic Methods 101 - In this class I teach students about how to diagnose illness by looking at the face, tounge, and skin. Students in this class will also learn about pulse testing and learn several types of Chinese pulses. These methods of diagnosis are over 5,000 years old, and very valuable to the herbalist/healer. CEU's are offered and class meets 1 weekend a month for 2 months.
Advanced Diagnostic Methods- this is an advanced class about facial/body diagnosis. In this class we will deeply explore what the different colors and lines are on the face, hands, and tounge. We will also go into diagnosing by looking at the ear, hands, and nails. We will also introduce the student to the 32 differerent pulses that are used by TCM practitioners. This class is for the student who wishes to become a serious practitioner. This class lasts 3-4 months. Ceu's are offered and classes meet 1 weekend a month for 4 months. Diagnostics 101 a prerequsite.
How to Start an Herbal Business- In this class we will discuss the ways to start a practice. In this class we will discuss how to get your name out there, how to attract clients and how to keep them once you have gotten them, how to advertise effectivly, how to get refferals, how to file for a tax ID and how to keep financial records.
Advanced students who have completed advanced practice classes may inquire about a 1-2 year apprenticeship program.
For more class information or for an herbal consult contact Dawn Gates, Master Herbalist @ 407-967-6042or e-mail me at: dawnsenchantedgarden@yahoo.com
