R  O  N  N  I  E G  A  L  E D  R  E  Y  E  R P.O. Box 8034, FDR Station  New York, New York 10150-8034  Tel: (212) 799-9187  E-mail: ronnie@ronniedreyer.com

Ronnie Gale Dreyer is an internationally known astrological consultant, lecturer and teacher specializing in both Western and Vedic astrology (also known as Jyotish and Hindu astrology), and based in New York City. A practitioner of both Eastern and Western systems, she is a pioneer in bringing Vedic astrology to the attention of, and making it accessible to, Western audiences. She has clients and students throughout the world. Ronnie is the author of Healing Signs: The Astrological Guide to Wholeness and Well-Being, published by Doubleday Broadway and a selection of the OneSpirit Book Club, Vedic Astrology: A Guide to the Fundamentals of Jyotish (revised version of Indian Astrology), published by Redwheel/Weiser, Your Sun and Moon Guide to Love and Life, Venus: The Evolution of the Goddess and Her Planet, and Indian Astrology. She is also a contributor to the anthologies Under One Sky, published by Seven Paws Press, Astrology for Women: Roles and Relationships, published by Llewellyn, Hindu Astrology Lessons, Llewellyn's Sun and Moon Sign Books, and several others. Her books have been translated into Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Czech, Hungarian, Bulgarian, and have appeared in Indian versions. Ronnie has written gift books, columns, articles and book reviews for Mountain Astrologer, Nylon, American Astrology, Horoscope Guide, NCGR memberletter, Geocosmic Journal, Astrological Association of Great Britain Journal, The Ingress, ISAR International Astrologer, www.stariq.com, www.astroved.com and numerous other astrological journals and newsletters. She has written for the New York Daily News horoscope column, and has been mentioned or quoted in articles in New York Newsday, New York Post, Philadelphia Inquirer, India Times, and www.belief.net.

Ronnie lectures extensively for astrology groups, conducts ongoing courses and workshops in Vedic Astrology, and has been on the faculty of conferences and spoken for groups throughout the United States, Canada, England, Scotland, Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, and Australia. She is on the faculty of ACVA (American College of Vedic Astrology), is an instructor for ACVA Online College and is on the faculty of SJC (Sri Jagannath Center). If you would like to be placed on Ronnie's mailing list so that you will receive her monthly e-newsletter, and/or order tapes for all lectures and workshops, click here.

Ronnie holds a Bachelor of Arts in English/Theater Arts from the University of New Mexico, and studied Jyotish (Vedic Astrology), both privately and at Sanskrit University in Benares, India. She co-founded the first astrological computer service in the Netherlands where she lived for 13 years and was the official Dutch representative for Astro*Carto*Graphy. Ronnie also has served as manuscript reader, editorial consultant, and proofreader of new age and self-help books for several major publishing companies.

Ronnie was the corresponding secretary of the Association for Astrological Networking (AFAN) from 1992-1998, and its presiding officer from 1999-2003. She is currently the editor of NCGR's memberletter, and served on the AFAN Newsletter committee. Ronnie is on the Board of Directors of ACT (Astrological Conference on Techniques). In 1994, she received the Jyotish Kovid award from the Indian Council of Astrological Sciences for "promoting the cause of astrology through writings and lectures" and AFAN presented her with its Jim Lewis Community Service Award at UAC in 1998. Ronnie is the proud recipient of the 2002 Marion D. March Regulus Award for Community Service, which she received at UAC 2002 in Orlando Florida. She holds the NCGR Level IV certificate (C.A. NCGR).

A thorough examination of one's emotional, physical, psychological and spiritual strengths and weaknesses in the context of the Western and/or Vedic Horoscopes. The reading consists of all areas of your life - career, romance, health, talents, difficulties, family, etc. as well as a forecast of the next couple years. Charts for events like marriage and starting a business, or compatibility readings, or just one question about something specific are also available. Ronnie specializes in but is not limited to the horoscopes of women and their unique issues. Sessions are recorded and conducted via the telephone if you are not within the immediate area. Please email or telephone for appointment and fees.Ronnie Dreyer

Ronnie  offers private lessons and conducts classes and weekend workshops at both beginning and intermediate levels throughout North America (See schedule below).  If you have a group interested in Vedic astrology classes and workshops can be arranged on request. Lessons are available either in-person or by telephone. Audio recordings of Ronnie's lectures, classes, and workshops are available. Please email for complete list, or information on any of the abovementioned services.

B o o k s   b y   t h e   A u t h o r

Healing Signs: The Astrological Guide to Wholeness and Well-Being, Doubleday Have you ever wondered why one person seems prone to back and neck pain, while another is always suffering from colds and fevers - despite similar environments, work habits and nutrition? The answer could be as simple as the day you were born. In Healing Signs, Ronnie Gale Dreyer explores why the planets affect the human body, and how, by understanding this relationship, one can experience a higher standard of health and well-being than ever before. Though based largely on standard Western astrology, the book includes suggested diet, exercise and color and gem  therapy options to help every sign maintain optimum health. Also includes information on how current planets affect health, with a five year ephemeris. Translated into Dutch, Portuguese, Hungarian and Bulgarian. Highly Recommended by Susan Miller, creator of Astrology Zone

Vedic Astrology: A Guide to the Fundamentals of Jyotish, Foreword by James Braha, Samuel Weiser, Inc.,.  This revised edition of Indian Astrology the classic, easy to understand text. Translated into Spanish as Astrologica Vedica, Czech, and in Malaysian and Indian editions. Vedic Astrology is available through local bookstores and here via the internet. through the cooperation of Amazon.com.  "Vedic Astrology is an excellent introductory text, covering all the basics of this centuries-old predictive art. The material is well-organized, highly reasonable, and easily accessible to anyone with a sincere interest. Dreyer has done a beautiful job of bringing this normally cryptic and hidden material to life for Westerners." James Braha, author of Ancient Hindu Astrology for the Modern Western Astrologer and How to Predict the Future

Venus: The Evolution of the Goddess and Her Planet, Aquarian Press is available for $15.00 (plus $5.00 postage and handling) directly from the author Ronnie Dreyer. "Ronnie Gale Dreyer explores the evolution of the goddess and the planet Venus from Paleolithic times to the present. In the process she makes an important contribution to the grass-roots movement in contemporary astrology to reclaim a more authentic pre-patriarchal understanding of the feminine principle and its expression in the lives of human beings." Demetra George, author of Asteroid Goddesses, Astrology for Yourself, Mysteries of the Dark Moon and Finding Your Way Through the Dark.

Ronnie will be available for chart readings at the following locations. If you are interested in setting up an appointment, attending one of these events, or arranging a workshop in your area,  please email your request. All-day workshops in New York City generally occur on a Sunday every other month.

Friday September 12, 2008. 6:30 PM, NEW YORK CITY NCGR MEMBERSHIP MEETING, Panel Discussion on upcoming trends. Moderated by Eileen McCabe. Panelists: Shelley Ackerman, Ronnie Gale Dreyer, John Marchesella, and Judi Vitale. Source of Life, 352 7th Ave New York City. For information: New York City NCGR information New York City NCGR Chapter Website.

Thursday October 16-Sunday October 19, 2008. NATIONAL AYURVEDIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION (NAMA 2008), 6th Annual Conference, Westin O'Hare Hotel. Chicago IL. Lecture. Friday October 17, MEDICAL JYOTISH-KEY ELEMENTS WITHIN THE CHART. For information: NAMA 2008 Conference.

Thursday October 23-Sunday October 26, 2008. SOTA 2008 (STATE OF THE ART) Conference. Crowne Plaza Hotel, Toronto, Ontario. TWO LECTURES. PREDICTIVE TECHNIQUES THAT REALLY WORK and ALL ABOUT THE NAVAMSA. For information: Donna Van Toen and SOTA 2008 Website.

Saturday December 6-Sunday December 7, 2008. NEW YORK CITY NCGR EDUCATION CONFERENCE.Planets in Prediction and Personality, Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), Seventh Avenue and 27th Street, New York City. Lecture TBA. For information: New York City NCGR information New York City NCGR Chapter Website.

Saturday April 18, 2009. 1:00-5:00 PM, Lecture for the NCGR Berkshire-Fairfield Chapter, Fairfield CT.FORECASTING WITH STATIONS AND RETROGRADES. Planetary stations and retrogrades are among the most powerful predictive tools we have to work with. Each planet has its own unique cycles and influences our charts and the world in different ways. In this workshop, we will look at the stations and retrogrades in mundane astrology and in our own chart, focusing especially on the retrograde cycles of Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. Bring your charts so that we can see which retrograde cycle, if any, affects you in the coming months. The beauty of these planetary cycles lies in the fact that it does not matter which zodiac you use, so western and Vedic astrologers are all welcome. For information: Berkshire-Fairfield Chapter Website.

Recordings of all the lectures, classes, and workshops on this website are available. For a complete list of recordings, including recordings of New York City workshops by Dennis Harness, Sanjay Rath, and Komilla Sutton:Ronnie Dreyer

RECENT APPEARANCES

Thursday-Tuesday, May 15-20, 2008. UNITED ASTROLOGY CONFERENCE 2008. (UAC 2008) Adam's Mark Hotel. Denver CO. Two Lectures: POWER OF VENUS CYCLESon Friday May 16, 2008, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM, Babylonian and Vedic omens depicting the cycles of Venus appear throughout ancient texts. These positions, which include retrograde cycles, Morning and Evening Star phases, inferior/superior conjunctions with the Sun, and heliacal risings/settings, are as relevant today as they were then. Discover how these positions, easy to compute, provide amazing forecasting tools by which we can pinpoint with amazing precision both personal and mundane events. This lecture is generic and applies to both Eastern and Western charts. and FORECASTING FROM THE GROUND UP: CASE STUDIES IN VEDIC ASTROLOGY on Saturday May 17, 2008, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM Learn to forecast trends and make predictions (career, marriage, birth, education, residence, money, illness, etc.) responsibly and methodically using a variety of techniques including: Vimshottari Dasa (using four levels), transits (from Lagna, Moon, Dasa Lord and Nakshatras), eclipses, planetary stations, retrogrades, and solar returns (varshaphal). We will use as many case studies as time allows. This advanced lecture is for people with a grounding in Vedic Astrology and a basic understanding of the above techniques. UAC Website.

Friday May 23, 2008. 7:00 PM, East West Books, 78 Fifth Avenue at 13th Street. New York City. FREE INTRODUCTORY TALK ON VEDIC ASTROLOGYA brief introduction to the wonders of Vedic Astrology. Come and Join us. For information: East West Books.

Six Wednesdays. May 28, June 4, June 11, June 18, June 25, July 2. 7:45-9:15 PM. East West Books, 78 Fifth Avenue at 13th Street. New York City. VEDIC ASTROLOGY MADE EASY. Learn the basics of Jyotish, or Vedic Astrology. We will cover history and philosophy, planets, signs, houses, aspects, yogas, basic interpretation, predictive dasas. As much information as the course allows with many examples. Pre-registration is necessary. For information: East West Books.

Sunday June 1, 2008. 10:00-5:00 PM. Location: York Avenue and East 72nd Street. All day workshop: Advanced Studies in Vedic Astrology: Case Studies. We will focus on diferent topics and case studies from interpretation through forecasting, to get into the heart of a Vedic reading, using all techniques we have covered in previous classes and workshops, as well as more. This will be the start of a series of workshops like this. Prerequisite: Basic grounding in Vedic Astrology. Fee: $75 Early Bird. After May 27. $80. At the door: $85. Pre-registration is necessary. For information and Registration. Ronnie Dreyer

Click here for Ronnie's article, The Power of Planetary Stations, which was first published in the July 2006 issue of the Astrological Association of Great Britain JournalPOWER OF PLANETARY STATIONS

Click here for Ronnie's article, Transiting Venus Retrograde, which was published in the Winter 2005 edition of the Ingress, the quarterly newsletter from the New York NCGR TRANSITING VENUS RETROGRADE

Click here for Ronnie's article on Fundamentals of Vedic Astrology: Julia Roberts' Horoscope, published in the Winter 2004 NCGR Geocosmic Journal: FUNDAMENTALS OF VEDIC ASTROLOGY

Other Links

KEN IRVING'S PLANETLINES website

KENNETH IRVING'S PLANETOS website.

ACVA (American College of Vedic Astrology)

CVA (Council of Vedic Astrology)

AFAN (Association For Astrological Networking)

NCGR (National Council for Geocosmic Research)

UAC (United Astrology Conference)

ISAR (International Society for Astrological Research)

KEN BOWSER'S WESTERN SIDEREAL ASTROLOGY website.

Northwest Institute of Vedic Sciences

SOTA (State of the Art Conference)

Kepler College for Astrological Arts and Sciences

Star IQ

New York City Chapter of NCGR

ACVA Online Program

British Association of Vedic Astrology

Astrological Association of Great Britain

KARMIC RELIEF. WEBSITE OF SHELLEY ACKERMAN and her Creative Astrology Courses.

Claudia Bader's website.

WEBSITE OF ROBERT KOCH. CHECK OUT HIS BOOK "THE SPIRITUAL DIMENSIONS OF VEDIC ASTROLOGY"

Komilla Sutton's website.

Amanda Owen's website.

Ancient Oracle Tours