Why Take a Workshop? Education and training are essential to Cal-Earth's vision. We believe that shelter is a basic human right and that every person should be able to build a home for him or herself. For those interested in learning to build with the earth, Cal-Earth offers Core Curriculum sessions throughout the year. These are hands-on workshops for people who want to learn to build from earth and the elements. The workshops give the chance to focus on learning the unique Earthbuilding (Superadobe) techniques developed at Cal-Earth as well as traditional earth building techniques, in the serene and instructive setting of the Cal-Earth prototypes. Teaching methods are in the tradition of Nader Khalili with philosophy, design theory, and principles of the arch taught through hands-on experience. Thousands of students have gone through our unique programs, many of whom have gone on to build all throughout the world. PLEASE NOTE: ALL WORKSHOPS ARE HELD AT CAL-EARTH
How Does Core Curriculum work? The Core Curriculum is a series of weekend sessions. Classes may be completed at your own pace. We will offer our Weekend Series in two Phases, which can be taken individually in either order (no prerequisite required). These two phases, titled "A" and "B" Weekend are also offered in a combined 4 day intensive in February and September annually. Upon completion of the core curriculum, you will have the knowledge to build your home, your school, or your community with the earth beneath your feet! See classes offered below: |
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This weekend workshop covers the building of a structure, giving you the opportunity to learn and practice Superadobe techniques as it applies to building a dome. Learn the history and science behind this simple and beautiful technology and acquire a comfort in building with the elements around you. During this workshop we will complete a small dome using long Superadobe bags. Tuition: $550
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So you are building a dome...learn to complete your structure with plasters, advanced finishing techniques and basic design strategies that will empower you to make your Superadobe structure into a home! This weekend workshop can be taken before the "A" workshop but please note, we will be focusing entirely on finishes, and NOT on building. Come play in the mud! Tuition: $550 |
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FOUR DAY FUNDAMENTALS COURSE A+B COMBINED |
For those of you who prefer to take the entire course in one go, this program is a combination of the Weekend Series offerings. See above for list of topics covered. The four day fundamentals course is offered twice a year in February and September--you may take this course independently of any other program, no prior experience is necessary to apply. Tuition: $1100 (deposit $250) Students who have already taken one of the Weekend Series courses will be able to attend the Four Day Fundamentals Course at a reduced rate (deducting the $550 from the first workshop). |
Scholarships/Discounts:
Groups of 2 or more: 10% discount per person
25% work study scholarships are available for workshops longer than 2 days (requires one week early arrival)
A limited amount of 25% partial gift scholarships are available for every workshop. Please indicate in your essay why you need a scholarship and we will do our best to accomodate you.
Cancellation Policy:
If for some reason you are unable to attend the workshop you registered for, your tuition may also be applied to another course that same year if you notify Cal-Earth at least two weeks before the start of a course.
If you wish to withdraw completely and cannot reschedule, a $50 registration fee will be deducted and your remaining balance refunded if you notify Cal-Earth two weeks prior to the start of the workshop. Any cancellations within two weeks of the workshop will not be refunded, only transfered.
If Cal-Earth cancels the workshop due to low enrollment your tuition will be fully refunded or transferred.
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Long Term Programs |
Specialty Programs Rocket Stove Combined Workshop |
