Masterclass | Astrology Made Simple

Finally Read Your Birth Chart (The Whole Thing)

In five weeks, go from "I think I'm a Scorpio?" to confidently interpreting any birth chart, including your own. You'll finish with the skills to break down the signs, planets, houses, and aspects into a story that actually makes sense.

June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026 | Tuesdays
5 pm PDT / 6 pm MDT / 7 pm CDT / 8 pm EDT
Theresa Reed, The Tarot Lady, Author of Astrology for Real Life and Twist Your Fate
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Is This You?

You know your Sun sign. Maybe your Moon and Rising, too.

You've downloaded Co-Star or The Pattern, and sometimes the notifications are weirdly accurate. But when you pull up your actual birth chart?

It looks like a pizza covered in symbols, and your brain shuts off.

You've tried to teach yourself. You Googled "Venus in Scorpio," got 47 different interpretations, watched a few YouTube videos, and maybe bought a book that's still sitting on your shelf.

Every time you sit down to really learn this stuff, you end up with more tabs open and less clarity than when you started.

People call it "brain fry" for a reason.

And there's this nagging feeling underneath it all:

What if I'm not smart enough for this?

What if it's too technical?

How will I ever remember everything?

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Your birth chart is the owner's manual you were born with. This course teaches you how to read it.

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Astrology clicks when you learn things in the right order.

Most people try to run before they can walk. They want to know about their Saturn Return before they understand what Saturn does. They want to interpret aspects before they know what a house is.

Then they wonder why nothing sticks.

This live online course builds your foundation piece by piece.

We start with the zodiac signs. Then the planets. Then the houses. Then the aspects. And in the final week, we put it all together and interpret a real chart, step by step.

By the end, you'll have a method (not just a pile of memorized facts) for making sense of any chart you look at.

Every week comes with a special workbook (plus replays so you can go back over the material whenever you wish).

If you're worried this is going to be too technical or too woo-woo, it's neither. We focus on practical interpretation, and we go slow, with plenty of time to practice and ask questions.

I never understood astrology, it always seemed so overwhelming to me. Theresa makes it so digestible! It comes in handy daily for me now.
I found her incredible knowledge and methods of teaching life changing. I finally understood this subject material that was so elusive for so long. I have a long way to go in my studies, but I now have a working knowledge of natal charts. I am so grateful.
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With Theresa as Your Teacher, You'll:

Actually read a birth chart instead of staring at it and feeling lost. You'll know what the symbols mean and how to make sense of them together.

Move past your Sun sign and finally understand why you don't always "sound like" a Gemini or a Virgo or whatever you've been told you are.

Know what to do with the "hard" placements in your chart. You'll learn to treat challenges as useful information, with practical ways to work with what you've got.

Explain your chart to other people without second-guessing yourself or defaulting to "I think I read somewhere that..."

Read charts for friends and family if you want to. You'll have the skills to interpret any natal chart, not just your own.

Stop relying on apps that tell you vague things without explaining why. You'll understand the mechanics behind the notifications.

Have a repeatable method for interpretation. You'll walk away with an actual system for approaching any chart you look at.

Use your chart as a practical tool for self-understanding and decision-making, not a fixed sentence you're stuck with.

When I align myself with the weather of the astrology of the moment or the energy around me, the road opens and everything happens more smoothly. There is less chaos and struggle and more of things just happening that I needed to have happen.
★★★★★
Since I started working with Theresa, I have become a confident reader and take pride in my skill and accuracy. The astrology that I learn from her is icing on top!
★★★★★
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What You'll Learn Each Week

Each week builds on the last, so by Week 5 you'll have everything you need to interpret a full chart. We go slow, with plenty of time to practice.

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Class Schedule

Live Classes: Tuesdays at 5:00 PM PDT

Duration: Approximately 90 minutes

Dates: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

Live Classes: Tuesdays at 6:00 PM MDT

Duration: Approximately 90 minutes

Dates: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

Live Classes: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM CDT

Duration: Approximately 90 minutes

Dates: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

Live Classes: Tuesdays at 8:00 PM EDT

Duration: Approximately 90 minutes

Dates: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

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Week 1: The Zodiac Signs

Tuesday, June 30 • 5:00 PM PDT Tuesday, June 30 • 6:00 PM MDT Tuesday, June 30 • 7:00 PM CDT Tuesday, June 30 • 8:00 PM EDT

We start at the beginning: the twelve signs. You'll learn how to recognize them at a glance and understand what makes each one tick (beyond the stereotypes).

You'll learn how to:

  • Identify all twelve zodiac glyphs so you can look at any chart and know what you're seeing
  • Understand elements and modalities so you can grasp the core nature of any sign without memorizing twelve separate descriptions
  • Find the strengths AND weaknesses for each sign so you can move past flat stereotypes
  • Start connecting signs to real-life behavior, including your own
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Week 2: The Planets

Tuesday, July 7 • 5:00 PM PDT Tuesday, July 7 • 6:00 PM MDT Tuesday, July 7 • 7:00 PM CDT Tuesday, July 7 • 8:00 PM EDT

Now we add the planets, which tell you what's operating in each part of your chart. The Moon rules emotions. Mercury rules communication. Mars rules action.

You'll learn how to:

  • Identify all the planetary glyphs so you're not constantly looking things up
  • Understand the difference between personal planets, social planets, and outer planets
  • Spot when a planet is retrograde and what that actually means for interpretation
  • Start connecting "planet in sign" combinations to real patterns in your life
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Week 3: The Houses

Tuesday, July 14 • 5:00 PM PDT Tuesday, July 14 • 6:00 PM MDT Tuesday, July 14 • 7:00 PM CDT Tuesday, July 14 • 8:00 PM EDT

The twelve houses represent different areas of your life: career, relationships, home, and more. You'll learn what each house covers and what it means when planets land there.

You'll learn how to:

  • Know what each house represents so you can see WHERE in your life each planetary energy plays out
  • Find the planet and sign in each house, and start interpreting what it means
  • Understand the Cardinal Points (Ascendant, IC, Descendant, Midheaven) and why they matter
  • Read empty houses without panicking
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Week 4: The Aspects

Tuesday, July 21 • 5:00 PM PDT Tuesday, July 21 • 6:00 PM MDT Tuesday, July 21 • 7:00 PM CDT Tuesday, July 21 • 8:00 PM EDT

Aspects are the relationships between planets. They show you how different parts of your chart talk to each other: whether they cooperate or create tension.

You'll learn how to:

  • Understand orbs so you can tell which aspects are dominant versus background noise
  • Recognize the five main aspects and what each one means for how planets interact
  • Spot aspects in a chart and read an aspect grid without doing mental geometry
  • Start seeing how aspect patterns create personality dynamics
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Week 5: Putting It All Together

Tuesday, July 28 • 5:00 PM PDT Tuesday, July 28 • 6:00 PM MDT Tuesday, July 28 • 7:00 PM CDT Tuesday, July 28 • 8:00 PM EDT

Now we take everything you've learned and apply it to a real chart. We'll walk through interpretation together so you can see how it all combines into one coherent picture.

You'll learn how to:

  • Interpret a chart from start to finish using a repeatable method
  • Break down the various components and explain what you're seeing in plain language
  • Find the challenging spots in a chart and offer practical perspective
  • Talk about the "Big Three" (Sun, Moon, Rising) and explain what it means to anyone who asks
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I have been a public school teacher for almost 30 years. I am extremely critical when someone is a bad teacher. Theresa is very easy to learn from. She explains things well. She does not gatekeep and is very honest.
★★★★★
Theresa clearly knows what she is doing, has decades of experience, and doesn't need to draw on woo-woo stuff or nonsense to get her point across. Every time I take a class with her, she inspires me to go further.
★★★★★
Theresa is a no-BS teacher. She knows her stuff and is able to break everything down in real life ways that actually click. I will take any opportunity to learn from Theresa.
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Addressing Your Quiet Concerns

"I'm not good at math. Is this going to be too technical for me?"

If you can read a clock, you can do this. The software calculates everything. Your job is to learn the language and tell the story. We don't do geometry in this class.

"What if I don't know my exact birth time?"

You can still take this course and learn a lot. We'll talk about what you can and can't interpret without a precise birth time, and I'll share some workarounds. You won't be left out.

"I've tried learning astrology before and always quit. What makes this different?"

Probably the order. Most people try to learn everything at once, or they start with the fancy stuff (transits, synastry, progressions) before they've got the basics down. This course builds one layer at a time. Signs first. Then planets. Then houses. Then aspects. Then synthesis. It's designed to prevent brain fry.

"Is this going to be really woo-woo? I want the information without a lot of spiritual talk."

I keep things practical and grounded. You'll learn how to read a chart, not what to believe about the universe. My style is more "no-nonsense workbook" than "crystal healing retreat."

"What if I find something bad in my chart?"

There are no bad charts. There are challenging placements, sure. But we're going to approach those as useful information, not doom. I'm a "weather report" astrologer, not a "fate is sealed" astrologer. Knowing your chart helps you work with what you've got.

Meet Your Teacher

Theresa Reed

The Tarot Lady

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I’ve been reading tarot and astrology charts for over 30 years, working with thousands of clients from around the world. I’m the author of Astrology for Real Life: A No-B.S. Workbook for Beginners and Twist Your Fate: Manifest Success with Astrology and Tarot, plus several other books on tarot and intuitive practice.

I especially love teaching beginners because I remember what it felt like to stare at a chart and have no idea where to start. My approach is practical and a little irreverent, focused on making things feel clear instead of mysterious. If you want simple explanations and permission to ask “dumb” questions, you’re in the right place.

Your Chart Is Ready When You Are.

You don't need to be "good at astrology" to start. You don't need a perfect memory or a head for technical details.

You just need curiosity and a willingness to learn one piece at a time.

The symbols in your chart aren't random. They've been there since the moment you were born, holding information about how you work and why certain patterns keep showing up.

Most people never learn to read them. They stay at the Sun sign level, checking apps, wondering why the descriptions never quite fit.

You can keep doing that. Or you can spend five weeks learning the language and finally read the whole thing yourself.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      "I'm not good at math. Is this going to be too technical for me?"
      If you can read a clock, you can do this. The software calculates everything. Your job is to learn the language and tell the story. We don't do geometry in this class.
      "What if I don't know my exact birth time?"
      You can still take this course and learn a lot. We'll talk about what you can and can't interpret without a precise birth time, and I'll share some workarounds. You won't be left out.
      "I've tried learning astrology before and always quit. What makes this different?"
      Probably the order. Most people try to learn everything at once, or they start with the fancy stuff before they've got the basics down. This course builds one layer at a time. Signs first. Then planets. Then houses. Then aspects. Then synthesis. It's designed to prevent brain fry.
      "Is this going to be really woo-woo?"
      I keep things practical and grounded. You'll learn how to read a chart, not what to believe about the universe. My style is more "no-nonsense workbook" than "crystal healing retreat."
      "What if I find something bad in my chart?"
      There are no bad charts. There are challenging placements, yes. But we approach those as useful information, not doom. I'm a "weather report" astrologer, not a "fate is sealed" astrologer. Knowing your chart helps you work with what you've got.
      Do I need any prior astrology knowledge?
      Nope. This course is designed for true beginners. If you know your Sun sign, that's plenty.
      What if I can't attend a live session?
      All classes are recorded. You'll have access to the replays for 6 months, so you can catch up whenever works for you.
      Will I be able to read other people's charts after this?
      Yes. By the end of the course, you'll have the skills to interpret any natal birth chart, whether it's yours or someone else's.
      How long are the classes?
      Plan for about 90 minutes each session, sometimes a bit longer if we have lots of questions.
      Is there homework?
      Each class comes with a worksheet. The exercises are designed to help you practice on your own chart, but they're not graded or required. You'll get out what you put in.
      What platform do you use?
      We meet live on Zoom. You'll get the link after you register.
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      What People Are Saying

      ★★★★★
      I have been a public school teacher for almost 30 years. I am extremely critical when someone is a bad teacher. Theresa is very easy to learn from. She explains things well. She does not gatekeep and is very honest.
      ★★★★★
      Theresa knows her stuff. She's clear, concise, and helpful.
      ★★★★★
      She gives us enough to feel dangerous without overwhelming us with too much to juggle or too much history to absorb.
      ★★★★★
      Taking a class from Theresa is addicting. You're going to start with one and want to immediately sign up for everything she has. That's totally normal. Learning from Theresa is like having that one really cool older cousin teach you. She's not stuck up about anything, and she knows her stuff.
      ★★★★★
      I never understood astrology, it always seemed so overwhelming to me. Theresa makes it so digestible! It comes in handy daily for me now.
      ★★★★★
      Do it! Jump in with both feet and take a class from Theresa. She is professional but no question is ever left unanswered.
      ★★★★★
      It is such a no-BS vibe. Theresa clearly knows what she is doing, has decades of experience, and doesn't need to draw on woo-woo stuff or nonsense to get her point across. Every time I take a class with her, she inspires me to go further.
      ★★★★★
      She's very practical, and is not theoretical. You can really hear what she is saying and apply to the real world. She makes it fun and interesting, and gets people to come up with new insights.
      ★★★★★
      I found her incredible knowledge and methods of teaching life changing. I finally understood this subject material that was so elusive for so long. I have a long way to go in my studies, but I now have a working knowledge of natal charts. I am so grateful.
      ★★★★★
      When I align myself with the weather of the astrology of the moment or the energy around me, the road opens and everything happens more smoothly. There is less chaos and struggle and more of things just happening that I needed to have happen.
      ★★★★★
      She has a non judgmental and encouraging presence to students and followers alike. She is always lifting up other people and makes it easy to ask questions.
      ★★★★★
      Her style is very practical and down to earth. She's never vague. She uses concrete examples to make a point. She puts a lot of emphasis on strengthening the basics until these become natural and effortless for the student.
      ★★★★★
      She is very down to earth and organized. Class will start and end on time and there will be a clear curriculum. She's very kind and cares about her students. She also gives a lot of examples from popular culture that make it fun to be in class with her.
      ★★★★★
      Theresa is a no-BS teacher. She knows her stuff and is able to break everything down in real life ways that actually click. I will take any opportunity to learn from Theresa.
      ★★★★★
      She teaches in a way that breaks down complex topics into very digestible bite sized pieces. Theresa Reed always gives you more than you expect. I would encourage anyone to take a class from her.
      ★★★★★
      Theresa is warm, and funny and even if I wasn't learning, I would listen for the sheer joy of her speaking.
      ★★★★★
      Since I started working with Theresa, I have become a confident reader and take pride in my skill and accuracy. The astrology that I learn from her is icing on top!
      ★★★★★
      Theresa is unbelievably supportive and welcoming to everyone regardless of one's level of knowledge and experience. It's rare to find an online instructor that makes you feel a part of a supportive community.
      ★★★★★
      Was able to connect dots on the way my life is unfolding with the added bonus of knowing why.
      ★★★★★
      She does not overwhelm any of the topics. She teaches in just the right increments of subject matter and that helps you get confident in yourself.
      ★★★★★
      If you want a no-nonsense, non-fluffy teacher, choose Theresa Reed. She's not stuffy. She enjoys interacting with her students.
      ★★★★★
      I was struck by how right Theresa tends to be about everything. I also saw how organized and on top of things she is and realized that was in part due to her careful observation of astrology.
      ★★★★★
      Classes are very straightforward and the instructor often does not take herself over seriously which puts a student at ease.
      ★★★★★
      My confidence in tarot and astrology has grown exponentially since working with Theresa.

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