Finca Tierra: Winter 2026 Permaculture Design Course - Jan 2026

📅 January 4-18, 2026 | 📍 Costa Rica | 🏷️ course

The Winter A 2026 Permaculture Design Course at Finca Tierra is a comprehensive 15-day, 72-hour intensive from January 4-18, 2026, focusing on the fundamentals of ecological design for a harmonious human-nature coexistence. Perfect for newcomers and seasoned practitioners in sustainable agriculture, regenerative farming, and environmental sustainability, this PDC equips attendees with strategies for organic farming, food forestry, water management, renewable energy, viable architecture, beneficial waste systems, and local economies. Taught by experienced instructors, the course covers permaculture's 12 principles through lectures, hands-on projects, and group designs, enabling certification and real-world application. Participants learn to transform landscapes into productive, resilient systems—essential for agroecology in diverse climates. The intimate farm setting fosters deep learning and community, with early bird tuition at $1850 (standard $2000), making it accessible. For permaculture enthusiasts, especially those in nearby regions without local events, this is a prime opportunity to gain globally recognized credentials, network, and tackle global challenges like climate resilience. Its emphasis on practical tools ensures immediate value, from seed-to-table systems to alternative economies, empowering practitioners to lead sustainability initiatives back home.