At Roots n Permaculture, we teach people how to understand systems, recognise patterns, and design practical responses that support life.
Our work connects land, people, and inner awareness. Whether you’re growing food, working in a group, or navigating change in your own life, the same core skill applies: learning to observe clearly and respond appropriately.
Everything we teach is grounded in permaculture ethics — care for the earth, care for people, and fair share — and shaped by real-world experience across landscapes, communities, and cultures.
How We Teach
We focus on developing ways of seeing, not just transferring information.
- Observation before action
- Pattern recognition across systems
- Designing based on context, not fixed formulas
This includes inner systems — how habits, assumptions, and behaviours influence how we design, communicate, and collaborate.
The result is practical, grounded knowledge that can be applied across many different situations.
Areas of Learning
Permaculture
The foundation of everything we teach. Learn how to design regenerative systems for land, communities, and everyday life.
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Forest Gardening
Design and establish diverse, productive ecosystems inspired by natural woodland.
Energy & Electricity
Understand energy through hands-on learning, from pedal power to simple renewable systems.
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Cook Stoves & Biochar
Learn practical, low-tech solutions including efficient cook stoves and biochar for soil health.
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Sociocracy (Socio-Crazy)
Simple structures for clearer decision-making, better meetings, and more effective collaboration.
Community Building
Learn how to build trust, navigate difference, and create shared purpose in groups and communities.
Holistic Life Design
Apply design thinking to your own life — understanding patterns, making decisions, and navigating change in a grounded, practical way.
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Children & Youth
Support younger generations to connect with nature, develop practical skills, and learn through doing.
Teacher Training
Learn how to teach and facilitate in an engaging, inclusive, and grounded way.
Who This Is For
- Growers and land-based practitioners
- Educators and facilitators
- Community organisers and group leaders
- Designers and makers
- People looking to make meaningful changes in their lives
What People Say
Feedback from participants reflects the practical, grounded nature of our courses and the depth of learning that comes from working with real systems.
"This course has been a milestone in my permaculture journey. Now I feel a lot more confident about teaching and giving courses. I can't wait to give my next course."
"Rakesh’s teaching style is engaging, clear and deeply inspiring. He doesn’t just teach content, he helps you understand how to think and apply permaculture in real life. I left feeling more confident and motivated to act."
"The Permaculture Teacher Training gave me solid tools and a deeper understanding of teaching itself. I made strong connections with fellow practitioners and felt deeply inspired throughout the week."
Upcoming Courses & Workshops
Explore upcoming sessions and find something that fits your interests. If you don’t see a course that works for you, feel free to get in touch to express interest or organise a session in your area.
Other Upcoming Courses
| 14 Jul 2026; 09:00AM - 06:00PM 12 to 17 day Urban - Vegan - Permaculture Design Course with an emphasis on Designing for Kids |