SAVE THE DATE

We are in the process of planning the 2026 AVE Teachers Gathering in St. Pete Beach, Florida the first weekend of December.

Friday, Dec. 4th - Sunday, Dec. 6th, 2026

Stay tuned for more info!

 

Envision a world where everyone enjoys naturally optimal vision…

  • What is Natural Vision Improvement?

    Learn about our holistic approach to eyesight, the founder of the Bates Method (Dr. William H. Bates) and the mission of the AVE.

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  • Find A Teacher

    Try our interactive Vision Teacher Map and use our directory to locate a natural vision teacher near you.

    Contact one of our teachers today; let’s begin the journey to clearer eyesight and vision!

    Find A Teacher

  • Manage Your Membership

    Log into your member portal, manage your listing on our Teachers page and get access to exclusive research, events, and more.

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DID YOU KNOW…

  • It is possible to improve your eyesight naturally, without surgery, drugs or special lenses.

  • Most people are born with perfect sight and we "create our own blur".

  • Stress and tension in our daily lives can effect our vision, but don't have to.

  • By relaxing our eyes, we can actually improve our vision.

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As Natural Vision Teachers, we believe…

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Interested in teaching?

Get started on your natural vision teaching journey today!

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