Take the autumn 2026 courses with a physical gathering in beautiful Lofoten!
Learn everything you need to show your guests the night sky in an engaging and credible way with a telescope and storytelling.
You'll learn how telescopes work and how to guide your guests to observe planets, galaxies, star clusters and planetary nebulae. The course gives you both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to create the best outdoor astronomy experiences.
The astro-guide followed us to a dark and cosy place beyond the hotel, where a fire had been lit and seating had been prepared in soft gravy leather. It was only when I sat down that I noticed all the stars! I was dumbfounded by the number, and at one point I could see my own shadow in the starlight.
The course is offered as a combination of webinar and physical seminar at idyllic Skårungen in Lofoten.
Digital introduction to the course and theoretical part. Participants will receive a compendium with astronomical stories, a description of the equipment and what a star experience can contain.
Practical and theoretical training together with several participants. We immerse ourselves in the stories and practise with each other, as well as practising and becoming confident in using the telescopes with guests. The session lasts from lunch to lunch.
Digital follow-up and preparation for the internship, which is carried out at the individual's workplace under the guidance of the instructors.
Individual guidance from an instructor and help to develop stellar experiences with a personalised twist tailored to your destination.
After the course, you will receive a diploma and a plaque as visible proof that your destination can offer high-quality stargazing experiences to its visitors, as well as an invitation to an Astroguide forum, with ongoing tips, advice, and guidance for your practical period.
And telescope, or binoculars, The telescope is an important part of the experience, which you will learn to use during the course. We have selected a package with a good telescope that convinces guests and can withstand multiple uses.
Astroguide packages (astronomen.no) has everything you need to show your guests space up close. If you book before the second session of the course, we'll bring the telescope to you and help you get started.
Attendance on the course costs £15,000 (VAT exempt). Course materials are included in the price, and the instructors will provide all telescopes for participants to use during the course. Dinner during the in-person gathering is included in the course fee.
The course is organised at Skårungen, and participants are encouraged to stay on site for the best possible experience. Skårungen offers accommodation in hotel rooms or in their beautiful Ocean View Cabins, including breakfast. Accommodation is booked directly by each participant, via us or directly to Skårungen. Board and lodging are invoiced separately.
Secure your place today by completing this form. We will contact you to confirm all details before sending out the invoice (50% prepayment of the course fee).
If you order with a telescope, it will be delivered to the course location, where you will receive training on how to use your equipment.
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