Introduction to Hypnotherapy This fascinating new workshop is both practical and theoretical. While you will learn about the history of hypnotherapy, its uses and what happens during a typical therapy session, you will also be taught some simple hypnotic techniques for self-help, relaxation and self-hypnosis. For health professionals, therapists and lay people. |
Post-natal Self-Care |
| Chi Kung/Energy Awareness These workshops will focus on Dragon and Tiger Chi Kung a very old form consisting of a series of seven movements which powerfully enhances health and well-being. These exercises have been taught for many years in Chinese hospitals to help patients recover from chronic illness. The complete form will be taught over two workshops but if you come to just one, the individual exercises you will learn can be practiced for excellent health benefits. Students who have learned Dragon and Tiger before are welcome to attend and review and deepen their practice. |
Fruit Growing for Beginners Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
Wildlife Gardening Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
Introduction to Vegetable Growing Three Months in the Vegetable Garden * Book both for £45 Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| Building Self-Esteem In this competitive world it is hard to accept ourselves just as we are. There is always someone thinner, taller, richer... the list goes on. In this workshop we will look at practical ways of building our sense of self-worth so that you can stop acting as your own bully and start living as your own best friend. Building Self-Esteem Sun, 3 Oct 10.00-13.00Code: WBST1, Cost: £30 Tutor: Julie Sale Dip Psych Master NLP Adv EFT Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
Understanding Anxiety |
| Contemporary Dance Alignment, use of breath and development of musicality will be emphasised in this lyrical dance workshop which will offer both formal teaching of technique as well as an opportunity to explore your creativity. Open to those new to this dance style and also to those with experience. Contemporary Dance Sun, 3 Oct 14.00-16.00 Code: WCD1, Cost: £15 Tutor: Genevieve Ollerearnshaw BA (Hons), MA (Choreography), PGCE Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| First Aid for Parents and Carers of Babies and Children This workshop, for parents and carers of babies and children from birth to puberty provides comprehensive knowledge on the basics of emergency first aid. It includes Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), accident management, recovery position, choking and bleeding. Certificates of attendance will be issued. First Aid Sat, 9 Oct 10.00-12.00 Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| Introduction to Raqs Sharqi A fun, friendly, accessible introduction to this beautiful and joyful Egyptian dance form for women, with warm-ups and cool down included. Wear either loose trousers or a long skirt or sarong, and bring a scarf large enough to tie round your hips. We normally dance barefoot but soft dance shoes are fine too. Raqs Sharqi Sun, 10 Oct 14.00-17.00 Code: WRS1 , Cost: £20 Tutor: Judy Hammond BEd ANATD MSTAT Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) |
| Get to Know Your Autumn Trees When Autumn arrives, everyone's attention turns to the beauty of our woodlands. If you want to know more about our trees and how to recognise them, Neale will guide you through how to easily identify our common trees. The day will also provide an insight into the importance of woodlands for wildlife and will include a short walk in the local area, so please bring stout shoes and waterproofs. Autumn Trees Sun, 17 Oct 10.00-15.30 Code: WCON2, Cost: £35 Tutor: Neale Holmes-Smith Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| Five RhythmsTM Dance Explore the Five RhythmsTM more deeply in these workshops. Open to both beginners and more experienced dancers of any age. Five RhythmsTM Sun, 17 Oct 10.00-13.00 Code: WFR1, Cost: £20 Five RhythmsTM Sun, 21 Nov 10.00-13.00 Code: WFR2, Cost: £20 Tutor: Richard Lang, MA, UKCP Five RhythmsTM accredited teacher Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| A Caring Day for Carers Caring for someone is never easy and it can be hard to find time for yourself. We would like to offer you a day of respite, relaxation and fun. As a group we will use art materials to communicate and share our experiences. This is a workshop where you can be yourself and where you can be heard and understood. Tutors: Amanda Dudley and Helen Cross State Registered Art Therapists MA HPC A Caring for Carers Sat, 23 Oct 10.45-16.00 Code: WCFC1, Cost: £60 Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| Introduction to Shiatsu Based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shiatsu is an acupressure massage based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine which aims to restore balance to both the mind and body to leave you relaxed, yet invigorated, and with a general feeling of well-being. In this workshop Sian will explain what Shiatsu is and why it is different to other massages. It is open to everyone - especially those who are considering having treatment to treat a particular condition. Introduction to Shiatsu Sat, 23 Oct 11.00-13.00 Code: WSH1, Cost: £20 Tutor: Sian Howard BA(Hons) MRSS Wvf Shiatsu Practitioner Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| Reiki 1 Reiki is Japanese for ‘Universal Life Force Energy' and is a wonderful tool for healing and for self-development which you can use throughout your life. In this certificated 2 day course you will learn the history of Reiki, and how to use Reiki for healing yourself, family and friends. With lots of hands-on practice during the course, you will be able to conduct and experience this healing energy and its effects. Manuals will be provided. Reiki 1 Sat & Sun, 30 & 31 Oct 10.00-16.30 Code: WRE1, Cost: £139 Tutor: Christina Norwich Reiki Master Teacher Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
Menopausal Issues |
| Hedgelaying Hedges are a classic feature of the English Landscape. Traditionally they were managed by ‘laying' in order to provide an animal-proof boundary. Today they are still laid for wildlife and for their beauty. Iain will guide you through the techniques used to create a practical and attractive hedge. Wear old clothes, waterproofs and wellies. Hedgelaying Sun, 7 Nov 09.30 -16.30 Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| Play Therapy Play performs a really vital function for the developing child. In particular, play is crucial for healthy emotional development. Children use play to explore their emotions and thought development at a symbolic level. To help this process we need to feel comfortable both witnessing and participating in a child's play. This workshop is for parents and carers of younger children. Play Therapy Sat,13 Nov 14.00-17.00 Code: WPT1, Cost: £30 Tutors: Alison Davies PGDip Couns MBACP and Helen King Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
Thoughts on Food Thoughts on Food Sun, 14 Nov 10.00-12.00 |
Art Therapy |
| Tap Away Your Troubles (Emotional Freedom Techniques) EFT is at the cutting edge of energy psychology and is based on the meridian energy principles of acupuncture. This half-day workshop will teach you how to apply EFT yourself to address a range of negative emotional issues including fears and phobias, weight issues, limiting beliefs, anger, anxiety and stress. Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| Reiki 2 Reiki is Japanese for ‘Universal Life Force Energy' and is a wonderful tool for healing and for self-development which you can use throughout your life. During this Reiki Practitioner certificated 2 day course you will gain further ability to work with Reiki for specific mental, emotional, physical and distant healing needs, in addition to learning how to conduct Reiki professionally. Manuals will be provided. You will need to show your Reiki 1 certificate and Lineage. Reiki 2 Sat & Sun, 4 & 5 Dec 10.00-16.30 Code: WRE2, Cost: £259 Tutor: Christina Norwich Reiki Master Teacher Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
| Mindful Movement You will feel centred and energised in this unique movement workshop which combines the fundamentals of Alexander Technique, T'ai Chi and Pilates and incorporates Yoga and dance. Mindful Movement Sun, 5 Dec 14.00-17.00 Code: WMM1, Cost: £20 Tutor: Judy Hammond BEd ANATD MSTAT Please follow this link to Enrol for the workshop. You will need to download the form, complete your details and then return to us. |
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