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Zi Wei Dou Shu (紫微斗数)  Boot Camp
The Most Advanced Form of Chinese Astrology

(Beginner, Intermediate Level)

Ever wondered what the stars you were born under reveal?
Let Zi Wei Dou Shu, also exalted as 「帝王学」 and 「天下第一神術」。

Kindly note this course is in the pre-launch phase. Prices will go up significantly after the official launch.

Launch date: 14th March'26

Zi Wei Dou Shu 「紫微斗数」 Bootcamp

Unlock the ancient wisdom of Chinese astrology with our comprehensive Zi Wei Dou Shu bootcamp. Learn to read Purple Star charts, predict life patterns, and gain clarity on career, relationships, and destiny.

$788.00 USD

Expert Guidance

Learn from an experienced practitioner who has mastered the art and science of BaZi analysis.

Practical Application

Our course is designed to help you apply BaZi analysis to real-world situations effectively.

Personal Growth

Understand your own chart to identify your strengths and areas for growth.

The Most Advanced Form of Chinese Astrology

  • The "Emperor’s Stargazing": Often referred to as the "Purple Star Astrology," this system was historically the exclusive privilege of the Imperial Court, used to govern the empire and select officials. Unlike more common folk methods, ZWDS is renowned for its sophisticated structure and precision, offering a high-level, "bird's-eye view" of an individual's destiny.

  • The 12 Palaces of Life: Zi Wei Dou Shu maps a person's life into 12 distinct "Palaces" (宫位) based on their birth time. These palaces cover every critical aspect of human existence - including Self, Wealth, Career, Spouse, Health, and Property. This compartmentalisation allows for an incredibly detailed analysis of specific life areas rather than just general personality traits.

  • A Complex Constellation of Archetypes: Unlike Western astrology, which uses physical planets, ZWDS utilises a system of "virtual stars" or mathematical points (over 100 in advanced readings). Each star represents a specific archetype, energy, or karmic influence. When these stars land in specific palaces, they tell a unique story about how that area of your life will unfold.

  • Dynamic Luck Cycles & Timing: One of the most powerful features of ZWDS is its ability to forecast detailed events and their root causes. It doesn't just describe who you are; it predicts when events are likely to happen. By analysing 10-Year Luck Phases (Decades) and Annual (Yearly) Cycles, practitioners can guide clients on when to push forward in business, when to retreat, and how to navigate the changing tides of their fortune. 

Zi Wei Dou Shu 「紫微斗数」 Bootcamp

Unlock the ancient wisdom of Chinese astrology with our comprehensive Zi Wei Dou Shu bootcamp. Learn to read Purple Star charts, predict life patterns, and gain clarity on career, relationships, and destiny.

$788.00 USD
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Zi Wei Dou Shu's Unparalleled Detail & Insight

  • Granular Life Analysis: While other systems give you a general "weather report" of your life, Zi Wei Dou Shu provides the high-definition map. By splitting life into 12 dedicated Palaces, you gain the ability to pinpoint exactly where a problem or opportunity lies. You won't just know "bad luck is coming"; you will know it is specifically impacting your Property or Partnerships.

  • Precision Timing & Forecasting: One of the hardest questions in life is "When?" Zi Wei Dou Shu excels here. Its dynamic structure allows you to overlay time - from 10-year major cycles down to the specific year or even month - onto your life map. Learning this system empowers you to identify your "Golden Eras" for aggressive expansion and "Winter Seasons" for conservation and study.

  • Rich, Narrative Archetypes: If you find abstract elements (like "Yang Wood" or "Yin Fire") difficult to humanise, you will love ZWDS. It uses a cast of characters - stars like The Emperor, The General, or The Flirting Star - that act out a story in your chart. This makes the system easier to learn and creates a powerful narrative that explains human behavior, motivations, and hidden desires with startling accuracy.

  • Strategic Relationship Management: ZWDS is uniquely powerful for understanding interpersonal dynamics. It doesn't just show you who you are; it shows you how you interact with specific people. You can clearly see karmic debts or blessings with parents, the type of spouse you attract, and which business partners will support you. It transforms you from a passive participant in relationships to an active manager of them.

  • Actionable Decision Making: The goal of ZWDS is not fatalism, but strategy. By clearly distinguishing between what is "Heaven Luck" (fated) and what is within your control, this system acts as a decision-making framework.

What You'll Learn

  1. Master the fundamental architecture of the chart to see how the 12 Life Palaces organise and influence every aspect of your reality.

  2. Decode the archetypal meanings of the 14 Major Stars to uncover deep insights into personality, potential, and behavioural motivations.

  3. Acquire the essential interpretive techniques needed to synthesise star combinations and assess the quality of critical life sectors such as wealth and career.

  4. Learn to identify and analyse the 10-Year Luck Cycles to forecast major life trends and pinpoint strategic timing for future decisions.

Zi Wei Dou Shu (紫微斗数) Bootcamp (Beginner, Intermediate)

  1. Announcements

    4 lessons
    1. [IMPT] Chinese New Year 2026 Message
    2. About The English Names Of The Stars
    3. An Important Reminder - Ethics and Responsibility On Zi Wei Dou Shu
    4. Some Rules For This School & Online Courses

  2. Introduction To Zi Wei Dou Shu

    3 lessons
    1. History Of Zi Wei Dou Shu
    2. Why Is Zi Wei Dou Shu (紫微斗数) Seemingly More Popular?
    3. Not Just About Forecasting And Predicting The Future

  3. The Zi Wei Dou Shu Chart

    5 lessons
    1. Plotting The Chart
    2. The 12 Palaces Or Houses
    3. The Stars In Zi Wei Dou Shu
    4. Outward Facing Palaces
    5. Inward Facing Houses

  4. The 5 Different Levels Of Stars

    7 lessons
    1. 甲級星 (Jia Grade Stars) - The Board of Directors / The Royalty
    2. 乙級星 (Yi Grade Stars) - The Senior Managers / The Ministers
    3. 丙級星 (Bing Grade Stars) - The Department Heads / The Officials
    4. 丁級星 (Ding Grade Stars) - The Team Leaders / The Attendants
    5. 戊級星 (Wu Grade Stars) - The Interns / The General Populace
    6. The 六煞 (Liù Shā) and 四化 (Sì Huà
    7. How They Work Together

  5. Chart Structure & Brightness Level Of Stars

    4 lessons
    1. Chart Structures
    2. Auspicious Chart Structures
    3. Inauspicious Structures
    4. The Levels of Star Brightness

  6. Closer Look At Jia Level Stars (甲级星)

    14 lessons
    1. The Emperor Star (紫微)
    2. The Strategist - 天机 (Tiān Jī) Star
    3. The Sun - 太陽 (Tài Yáng)
    4. The General & Finance Minister - 武曲 (Wǔ Qū)
    5. "Star of Blessings" or "The Child Star" - 天同 (Tiān Tóng)
    6. "The Judge," "The Politician," "The Courtesan" - 廉貞 (Lián Zhēn)
    7. "The Treasury"， "The Duke"， or "The Southern Emperor" - 天府 (Tiān Fǔ)
    8. The Moon - 太陰 (Tài Yīn)
    9. “The Greedy Wolf" - 貪狼 (Tān Láng)
    10. “The Great Gate" - 巨門 (Jù Mén)
    11. “The Minister" or "The Seal"
    12. ”The Heavenly Sage" - 天梁 (Tiān Liáng)
    13. “The Seven Killings" - 七殺 (Qī Shā)
    14. "The Army Breaker" or "The Pioneer" - 破軍 (Pò Jūn)

  7. Advanced Theory

    2 lessons
    1. Four Transfomers (四化)
    2. Zi Wei Dou Shu's Flying Stars

  8. Good Chart vs Bad Charts

    2 lessons
    1. What makes a good Zi Wei Dou Shu chart?
    2. What makes a bad Zi Wei Dou Shu Chart?

  9. Synthesising What We've Learned So Far - How To Start A Reading

    10 lessons

    1. The Art of Synthesis - From Static Parts to a Living Story

      1. The Three-Layer Reading Process - Time is Everything
      2. Establishing the Tai Ji (立太極) - The Art of Answering Any Question
      3. Palace Interactions - Uncovering Hidden Relationships

    2. The Dynamic Chart - Activating Time and Predicting Events

      1. The Decade Chart (大限盤) - The Story of a 10-Year Chapter
      2. The Annual Chart (流年盤) - The Events of a Single Year
      3. Activation (引動) - The Moment of Impact

    3. Advanced Techniques - The Secret Sauce of Interpretation

      1. Self-Transformation (自化 - Zì Huà) - A Palace's Internal State
      2. Introduction to Flying Star Astrology (飛星 - Fēi Xīng) - Palaces in Conversation

    4. Practical Application & The Astrologer's Code

      1. Thematic Readings - Creating Your Diagnostic Checklist
      2. The Astrologer's Code - The Ethics of a Reading

  10. Conclusion

    1 lesson
    1. Free e-Book Download