Courses for wellbeing, physical and mental health 

We all could do with living a bit healthier.  Whether it is finding ways to become more active, to improving your mental health.  Our wellbeing courses can help you become happier and healthier. Mindfulness courses can help you manage your day-to-day wellbeing and meditation can help you find your inner calm.  Improve your mental and physical fitness through gentle exercise.

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Healthy body, healthy mind

Our courses can help you find ways to manage anxiety or be kinder to yourself. Learn how to deal with stress and difficult emotions, discover new techniques to find calmness. From trying out a yoga class to dealing with stress and anxiety, find a course for you. Our tutors are friendly and supportive, you’ll find fun new ways to improve your health. 

At a time when the world can feel a bit overwhelming, our courses can help you manage your worries and find a happier you.

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Healthy Living: Journaling to End the Year Well

This workshop will help you reflect on your growth, challenges and achievements over 2024 by using simple and helpful journaling exercises. You’ll be introduced to a range of journaling techniques to make journaling enjoyable and insightful. You’ll get tips on how to incorporate journaling into a weekly enjoyable self-care habit that can boost mood and bring balance. Our in-class writing exercises will help you finish the year with a flourish using a range of materials such as photos, poems and stories. Get inspired, get inventive and feel a sense of satisfaction at your progress. End the year well so you start the next one on a positive note.
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Dates:
Wed 18/12/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nicola Torode
Course code:
Q00019840
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
1 place remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Healthy Living: Virtual Walking Tour in Provence (en français facile)

Join us for a virtual walking tour of some of the great walking in the Alps Haute Provence département in Provence. Woods, lavender fields, forests, high plateaux and the lower Verdon Gorge. The session will be delivered in French but with plenty of images to support your understanding. There will be short activities where you can have a go at using your French in real scenarios you could meet if you were on this walking tour.
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Dates:
Thu 19/12/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Alastair Clark
Course code:
Q00019841
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Heathly Living: Facial Massage and Gua for lymphatic drainage for Beginners

Discover the ancient practice of Gua Sha and its benefits for health and well-being with our beginner's course. Learn the techniques and principles of this traditional Chinese therapy. Ideal for individuals interested in holistic health practices.
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Dates:
Mon 06/01/2025 -
Mon 10/02/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Lisa Richards
Course code:
Q00016739
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

Personal Development: Mindfulness Intermediate

Deepen Your Mindfulness Practice: Intermediate Level Ready to take your mindfulness journey to the next level? This 6-week course builds upon your existing knowledge and techniques, empowering you to significantly reduce stress and enhance overall wellbeing. Explore powerful practices like mindful breathing, cultivating a mindful brain, and integrating mindfulness into daily activities. Discover how just a few minutes a day can transform your busy life, fostering inner calm and reducing stress levels.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
26 sessions
Location:
KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JB
Tutor:
Caroline Smy
Course code:
Q00016660
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £109.20

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Ways to Wellbeing

To support and improve wellbeing through creativity. This course is for clients at Parkstone Connect Centre, and continues on their journey of steps to wellbeing. Skills and learning in this course can be applied to everyday life and improve confidence and way of living as described by the NHS 5 steps to well-being programme
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Dates:
Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025
Times:
10:30am - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Tricuro -Parkstone Connect Day Centre (P
Croft Road
Poole
BH12 3LD
Tutor:
Guest Speaker
Course code:
Q00011524
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £151.20

Healthy Living: Meditation and Mindfulness to support a positive mindset

Enhance your mindset with our Meditation and Mindfulness to Support a Positive Mindset course. This course focuses on practices that cultivate positivity, resilience, and inner peace. Through guided meditations and mindfulness techniques, you will learn to anchor yourself in the present moment, manage negative thoughts, and foster a more optimistic outlook on life. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages self-awareness and personal growth in a supportive environment.
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Dates:
Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025
Times:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nicola Bailey
Course code:
Q00018250
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Fitness and Exercise: Seated Aerobics

Get Moving and Feel Empowered! It is said that sitting for long, uninterrupted periods of time may leave you more prone to cardiovascular problems. So come along to this Seated Aerobics course to get those limbs moving, and those hearts pumping! In this 6-week seated aerobics course, you'll experience the benefits of exercise in a comfortable and supportive environment. This low-impact, chair-based program is specifically designed for individuals who may have mobility limitations or prefer a seated workout. Our expert instructor will guide you through a series of exercises that will get your heart rate up, improve your flexibility, balance, and strength, all while seated in a chair.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025
Times:
10:00am - 11:30am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Ralph Jessop Court
Wyvern Close,
Parkstone
Dorset
BH12 4HE
Tutor:
Guest Speaker
Course code:
Q00016948
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.80

Healthy Living: Simple Remedies to combat Stress and Anxiety

This course aims to provide participants with effective, practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety in their everyday lives. By applying hands-on techniques, participants will learn to identify their triggers and apply simple remedies to enhance their well-being.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 11/03/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Lisa Richards
Course code:
Q00020088
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £74.00

Fitness and Exercise: Dance for wellbeing - a great way to start your day!

A fun and friendly dance workout to lift your spirits and set you up for the day.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 07/01/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025
Times:
9:30am - 10:30am
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Suzanne Swain
Course code:
Q00020154
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

Personal Development: Understanding Common Mental Health Conditions

This 6-week course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the world of mental health. You'll explore the mental health continuum, identify common conditions like stress, anxiety, depression, and OCD, and learn how to support yourself and others.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JB
Tutor:
Caroline Smy
Course code:
Q00016664
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40