UAC 2026: Full Schedule

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Astrology: The Premier Key to Market Timing

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

What is Financial Astrology? How can it be used to time important turning points in financial markets for investors and traders? Using actual research studies, this workshop will demonstrate how certain astrological factors have correlated with important trend reversals in any financial market and thus offering traders and investors a guideline for high probability trading and investment opportunities. Projections will be applied to the Stock Market, Gold, and Bitcoin.

Speakers

Raymond Merriman

Merriman Market Analyst, Inc

President of the Merriman Market Analyst; founder of Merriman Market Timing Academy. Author of the 5-volume series on The Ultimate Book on Stock Market Timing (1997-2017) and The Gold Book: Geocosmic Correlations to Gold Price Cycles (1982), the first empirical study on planetar... Read More →

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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Pre-Conference Workshop

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Birth Chart Analysis: Synthesis, Signatures and Strategies

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

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Once you’re familiar with the essential components of a horoscope, the next step is to develop confidence in preparing and sharing your analysis. In this new workshop, Frank will help you identify the most significant themes of a horoscope as well as articulate its overall essence. He’ll then work with you to go deeper with interpretation and offer strategies to make the very most of a planet’s potential. Bring your charts – some will be used in this interactive day.

Speakers

Frank Clifford

The London School of Astrology

Frank has built an eclectic, 35-year career as the writer of a dozen books, a consultant astrologer and palmist, a publisher/editor, a researcher of birth data, and the Principal of the London School of Astrology. Frank has written for The Mountain Astrologer since 2008. In 2012... Read More →

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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Pre-Conference Workshop

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Hellenistic Aspects and Rays of Light

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

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The rays of light that planets emanate play a much larger role than simply modifying the expression of planets in aspect. These rays are also critical components of understanding planetary and house condition, empty houses, all kinds of rulership relations, the master of the nativity and length of life, and various time lord procedures. This presentation will be set in the context of Empedocles’ optical theory, Aristotle’s form and matter, and Al Kindi’s stellar rays.

Speakers

Demetra George

Demetra George, scholar, translator, practitioner, brings contemporary astrology back to its ancient roots, looking to cross-cultural mythologies for the archetypal meanings of newly available planetary bodies. Turning to Greek and Latin texts, she has articulated the history, cosmology... Read More →

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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Pre-Conference Workshop

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How to be an Effective Astrologer

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

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The meaning of the birth chart must be translated into the life experience of the client; understanding the nature of projection and the important insight that astrology is not real, but you are! Mark provides a clear technical strategy for understanding the natal chart including: A model for understanding the nature of aspects, hemisphere emphasis and chart shapes, understanding the personal, social and transpersonal planets and the nature and power of the moon’s nodes.

Speakers

Mark Jones

Mark Jones Astrology

Mark Jones is an Astrologer, Psychosynthesis Therapist and Hypnotherapist working with clients and students all over the world. Mark’s books: Healing the Soul: Pluto, Uranus and the Lunar Nodes; The Soul Speaks: the Therapeutic Power of Astrology; The Planetary Nodes and Collective... Read More →

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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Pre-Conference Workshop

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Prioritizing the Principles of Electional Astrology

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

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Electional astrology allows us to look ahead to select the best moment to begin something important (while also having a fascinating ability to expose strengths & weaknesses in our plans). Electional techniques can seem complex, but practice is greatly eased by prioritizing core principles around the concept of radicality. This workshop explores the history & philosophical basis of this ancient branch of astrology and demonstrates its value through various case histories

Speakers

Deborah Houlding

STA School of Traditional Astrology

Deborah Houlding is founder of the STA School of Traditional Astrology (www.sta.co), creator of the Skyscript website (www.skyscript.co.uk), author of The Houses: Temples of the Sky, and editor of various modern editions of historical works. Recipient of the AA’s Charles Harvey... Read More →

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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Pre-Conference Workshop

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The Lunar Nodes, Health and Medical Astrology

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

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Discover the hidden key to whole body wellness through the wisdom of the Lunar Nodes. Explore their profound connection to your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual lessons, and discover how to support your healing journey. With practical insights, chart examples, and astrological tools, you'll learn to work with both natal and transiting nodes to align yourself with your nodal energetics and natal blueprint.

Speakers

Kira Sutherland

Astrology of Health

Kira is an award-winning naturopath, nutritionist, herbalist, and medical astrologer. She divides her time between clinical practice and writing/lecturing on these subjects and is known for her vibrant, straightforward teaching style. She has lectured worldwide and combines her 30... Read More →

Thursday September 3, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
TBA

Pre-Conference Workshop