The Zentangle® method is taught by Certified Zentangle Teachers (CZTs) who have graduated from the certification seminar taught by founders Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas.
Certification seminars are held in Providence, Rhode Island (*see note below).
Total Registration cost: $ 1145.00 – lodging is additional. “This price includes all class materials, food, taxes and gratuities. Other than your transportation costs, there are no hidden or surprise fees.”
In 2013 the certification seminars are taking place:
- June 23-26, 2013 CZT Seminar – NOW FULL but you can email Martha Huggins (events@zentangle.com) and ask to be put on the wait list because often a few seats will open up as people’s plans change
- October 13-16, 2013 CZT Seminar – NOW FULL but you can email Martha Huggins (events@zentangle.com) and ask to be put on the wait list seats will open up as people’s plans change
- November 10-13, 2013 CZT Seminar – NOW FULL but you can email Martha Huggins (events@zentangle.com) and ask to be put on the wait list seats will open up as people’s plans change.
When seminar dates are formally announced they are posted on the Zentangle.com website in the left sidebar under the heading “Upcoming Events” .
“Important events occur at CZT seminars that can’t be conveyed with words or online through video. …
Often people see Zentangle’s simplicity and assume it is easy to teach. However there is so much more to our Zentangle teaching method than the many cool tangles we and others share for free. There are reasons and techniques and philosophies and principles for everything that we do. Once you learn these you can then really serve your students well and be able to answer their questions and concerns. …
We created our CZT training program so you could understand the basics and depth of Zentangle and so you could convey the full Zentangle experience to others”.
* Note: This is from the FAQ page on zentangle.com:
I can’t afford to come to Providence, RI. Can you give a CZT seminar in _________ ?
“We work diligently to keep our CZT seminars as inexpensive as possible, while providing the venue and materials necessary to have a wonderful experience. If we were to travel more than a short driving distance from our home base our costs would go up significantly. It would end up costing attendees much more than if they had flown to Providence. If we would teach a seminar in say, California, the tuition would have to be many times what it is now, certainly more than it would cost someone to come to Providence from California.”
How to become a CZT®
To learn more about how to become a Certified Zentangle Teacher, please visit this page on Zentangle.com.
Find a class near you: Certified Zentangle Teachers
“We encourage you to take a class from a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT). It is a special experience. Everyone on this page has been personally taught by Rick and Maria. They understand what Zentangle is about and how to teach you.”
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I don’t see the cost of the CZT training anywhere. I am new to this artform, but very very excited about it and since I am just completing my Adult Ed certificate, this seems like a great thing to teach!! Can you tell me how much it costs, even just a ballpark, so I have an idea?
Hi Laura, the two remaining classes will be posted later this week on zentangle.com so you can get the costs then. I don’t know what it is currently, and I don’t want to put something out there that isn’t accurate. It does include your accommodation at the five-star Hotel Providence and all your meals, plus the training and all the goodies you get as part of the seminar. Obviously it varies with the type of accommodation you choose (single, double). Hang in there for a couple of days …
I appreciate the question about cost as I have also been checking to find the cost. I see they have posted the classes but not the cost. Would you let us know where it will be posted so I am sure I am checking the right place. Also, could you share with us your personal opinion on the value of becoming a CZT versus being self taught. Thank you. I appreciate your daily emails and blog. Tanya
Hi Tanya, I think you will really enjoy taking a class from a CZT, as I quoted from Rick and Maria, there’s so much more to Zentangle than you can learn online. In addition you will meet fellow tanglers and can share your experiences with new friends. And even if you don’t plan to teach, the certification seminar is well worth the experience – it’s simply amazing.
I would really like to become certified bit live in Canada. Can I become certified from another instructor? Coming to Rhode Island is not something I can do.
Thanks,
Vikki
Hi Vikki, Rick and Maria are the ONLY people who teach the certification seminar and you have to travel to Providence RI. Many people from all over the world have gone there – the experience is well worth the trip.
Thanks Linda. Is this something my husband and I can make a holiday out of? Can we book a room ourselves in the same hotel? Vikki
Yes you can, several couples were at the seminar I attended and that included Robert and I. Check with Zentangle, I think you can make those arrangements through them when you register.
Hi again Linda
Are there any official CZT in Australia?
Regards
Louise
Yes, there are several in Australia. Check out this page on the Zentangle.com site.
Well, phooey! The August one is full – here’s hoping for one next summer!!
Is there a waiting list you can be added to? Worth a try.
IS there a schedule for 2013? Need to start planning and saving for it now. Thanks,
Barbara Russell
New York
Not yet, but as soon as it is announced I’ll post it here!
Look forward to receiving dates for 2013 classes.
hi linda, when are you coming to australia. you would be more than welcome. I would love to be a czt, but cannot afford a trip to you. love carolann
please could you let me know what the cost is- i have looked everywhere and cannot find it. I need to budget.
Thanks
Please contact Martha Huggins at Zentangle, she’ll be glad to help you.