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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Trade Union Education: Gaslighting – Family & Friends

Do you know what ‘gaslighting’ is? Most people have heard of the term, but many do not understand what it really means. This workshop will delve into the issue of gaslighting in the context of relationships with family and friends. We will explore what the word actually means (its use and misuse), how to recognise the signs, and what can be done about it.
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Dates:
Mon 24/02/2025 -
Mon 24/02/2025
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Matthew Pointon
Course code:
Q00018673
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Healthy Living: Meditation and Mindfulness to support stress management

Discover effective stress management with our Meditation and Mindfulness for Stress course. This class focuses on techniques to reduce stress, promote relaxation, and enhance overall well-being. Through guided meditations and mindfulness practices, you will learn to calm the mind, release tension, and cultivate a sense of inner peace. Suitable for all levels, this course empowers you to manage stress effectively in a supportive learning environment.
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Dates:
Tue 25/02/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025
Times:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nicola Bailey
Course code:
Q00018252
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Fitness and Exercise: Seated Yoga

Did you know yoga can help you get stronger and more flexible, no matter your age or abilities? There are yoga courses for all levels and needs. Even if you can’t take part in a standing class, this beginner’s yoga course can help you gain mobility without taking a toll on your joints. Seated yoga is perfect for you if you’d have difficulty following a regular yoga lesson. Whether you have mobility issues or chronic fatigue, this yoga course can help you reduce stiffness in your joints and learn to relax. Enjoy the practice of yoga from a chair. This course is perfect for you if you want to do exercise appropriate for reduced mobility. The first thing you’ll learn is that yoga is about so much more than bending into complicated poses. Understand basic breathing and meditation techniques as you take the first steps into self-care
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Dates:
Tue 25/02/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025
Times:
10:00am - 11:30am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Belmont Court
6 Glen Road
Bournemouth
BH14 0HF
Tutor:
Guest Speaker
Course code:
Q00016951
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.80

Healthy Living: Managing Anxiety

Learn practical strategies for managing anxiety in everyday life with our Healthy Living: Managing Anxiety course. Ideal for anyone looking to reduce stress and improve their mental well-being.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 25/02/2025 -
Tue 01/04/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00016728
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

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Personal Development: Managing Your Wellbeing for Work, Life and Study

During this 6-week course, you will look at a variety of techniques that could help you to manage your wellbeing. Each week we will have a theme, that builds your knowledge around mental health wellbeing’s, for example, the NHS 5 steps the wellbeing, mindfulness, healthy lifestyles and work life balance. At the end of the course, you will have created a poster all the wellbeing techniques you like.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 26/02/2025 -
Wed 02/04/2025
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:
Q00016730
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £58.80

Fitness and Exercise: Yoga to support a healthy digestive system

Discover the benefits of yoga for your digestive health with our Yoga to Support a Healthy Digestive System course. This class focuses on yoga practices designed to enhance digestion and alleviate digestive discomfort. Through a combination of gentle postures, breathwork, and relaxation techniques, you will learn methods to stimulate and support your digestive organs. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages mindful movement and listening to your body's needs. Experience a supportive environment where you can improve your digestive health, increase comfort, and enhance overall well-being through the practice of yoga.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 27/02/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025
Times:
10:00am - 11:45am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Kagyu Samye Dzong Scarborough
Londesborough Lodge
The Crescent
Scarborough
YO11 2PW
Tutor:
Nicola Bailey
Course code:
Q00018231
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Healthy Living: Health and Wellbeing: Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing

Improve your mental health with our Healthy Living: Health and Wellbeing: Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing course. Learn practical strategies for boosting mental wellbeing through simple, effective lifestyle changes. Ideal for individuals looking to enhance their mental health and overall quality of life.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 27/02/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025
Times:
1:15pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Rector's Way Allotments (Weston-super-Ma
Rectors Way
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 3NP
Tutor:
Matt Doolan
Course code:
Q00017825
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £56.70

Fitness and Exercise: Yoga to support a healthy digestive system

Discover the benefits of yoga for your digestive health with our Yoga to Support a Healthy Digestive System course. This class focuses on yoga practices designed to enhance digestion and alleviate digestive discomfort. Through a combination of gentle postures, breathwork, and relaxation techniques, you will learn methods to stimulate and support your digestive organs. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages mindful movement and listening to your body's needs. Experience a supportive environment where you can improve your digestive health, increase comfort, and enhance overall well-being through the practice of yoga.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 28/02/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00018232
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Healthy Living: Mindful Relaxation to support work/life balance

Do you struggle to maintain a healthy work/life balance? This course focuses on mindful relaxation practices to support a better balance between professional and personal life. Stress and overwork can lead to burnout, but by incorporating relaxation techniques, you can find harmony and reduce stress. We will work on body awareness, mindful movements, and breathwork to help you unwind and rejuvenate. Each session concludes with a guided relaxation practice to enhance your work/life balance. Everyone can benefit from these practices to achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 28/02/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nicola Bailey
Course code:
Q00018257
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Healthy Lifestyle: Meditation and Mindfulness

This course encourages you to explore how mindful living can cultivate a new attitude towards open awareness and kindness. You will discover how to practise mindful self-compassion, learning how to focus your attention to whatever is happening in the present moment without judgment. This skill can help you to manage stress and difficult feelings. You will be guided through research-based practices, including simple meditation techniques, which have been proven to improve overall health and wellbeing. By training your brain to be mindful you will also experience better confidence and self-esteem.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 06/03/2025 -
Thu 24/04/2025
Times:
11:00am - 4:00pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZ
Tutor:
Katie Dexter
Course code:
Q00017185
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £168.00