Courses to build life skills

Learn life skills with the largest charitable provider of adult education in England and Scotland. Adult learning isn’t like school. Everyone belongs at the WEA. You’ll get meaningful, and tailored support, so you can reach your full potential. Our classes are friendly and fun, designed for adults like you. We won’t talk down to you and you’ll learn skills that you’ll use in everyday life.

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What are life skills?

Simply put, they are skills that make everyday life easier. Life skills include cooking, budgeting, communicating with others, health, well-being and managing emotions. Sometimes this means learning new things, and sometimes it means building on things you already know.

Sometimes adulting can be hard. These courses can help make it feel just that bit easier, make you feel more independent and empower you to face the future ahead.

Small steps to larger goals

You don’t have to have big goals in mind. Just take small steps towards boosting your skills and improving your wellbeing. Whether it is learning to budget better or cook healthier food. Building your confidence or gaining independence. There is a course for you.

When you study with us, you will:

  • Build your confidence
  • Learn new life skills
  • Improve your everyday life and wellbeing

Take a look at our great range of courses and start making a positive change today.

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Care 2 Auricular Therapy

This course is for Carers, Former Carers and the Cared for. This course is delivered in a relaxed and informative way, where we look at the intriguing science of auricular therapy. Designed equip you the knowledge of how you can work on the acupressure points on your ears to alleviate pain, stress and enhance your life and wellbeing. In a similar way that reflexology is a mirror of the body on the hands and feet, auricular therapy is simply the body mapped on the ear. We will cover how to apply this modality and the theoretical application of how to massage your ears and the correlating areas. Auriculotherapy has shown to have positive effects while associated to conventional treatments of insomnia, chronic and acute pain.
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Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 29/04/2025
Times:
9:00am - 10:30am
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Georgia Daniel
Course code:
Q00021696
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Communicating with Confidence

This micro course is designed for learners who want to improve their communication skills and build confidence in expressing themselves. On this short course you will explore techniques for clear and effective communication in different situations, including conversations, group discussions, and presentations. The course covers essential skills such as active listening, body language, and managing nerves when speaking. Through practical exercises and supportive feedback, you will gain the confidence to communicate assertively and positively in personal, professional, and community settings. This course is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their self-expression and build stronger connections with others.
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Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Wed 30/04/2025
Times:
10:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Janet Wilson
Course code:
Q00021693
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£11.10

Fitness and Exercise: Walk, Cycle and Move

Get active and improve your fitness with our Fitness and Exercise: Walk, Cycle and Move course. Learn how to incorporate walking, cycling, and other forms of movement into your daily routine for better health and well-being. Ideal for individuals looking to stay active and improve their overall fitness.
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Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Wed 04/06/2025
Times:
1:15pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Rector's Way Allotments (Weston-super-Ma
Rectors Way
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 3NP
Tutor:
Matt Doolan
Course code:
Q00017812
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £47.25

Professional Development: Start Selling Online to Fund Your Summer Adventures

Learn how to sell online - whether it's your handmade products or making space in your wardrobe
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Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Wed 21/05/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Karen Duncan
Course code:
Q00021578
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £29.60

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Fitness and Exercise: Yoga for All

This course will work with a range of yoga postures/asanas: seated, lying, standing and inverted. The sessions are adapted to the needs of the individual and each session will finish with both meditation and a guided relaxation. This course is suitable for everyone.
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Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Church of resurrection/St. Albans Commun
Weymouth Street
Leicester
LE4 6FN
Tutor:
Nerissa Fields
Course code:
Q00021827
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

Cooking Practical: Air Fryer Cooking

Unlock the potential of your air fryer in this practical and delicious cooking course. Designed for beginners and home cooks, this class will guide you through the basics of air fryer usage, cleaning, and care while introducing you to a variety of recipes that highlight the versatility of this kitchen appliance. From crispy snacks to wholesome meals and even desserts, you’ll learn how to create healthier versions of your favourite dishes with minimal oil and maximum flavour.
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Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Sat 24/05/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Riverside Community Health Project (Newc
Carnegie Building
Atkinson Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8XS
Tutor:
Nadia Belmajdoub
Course code:
Q00021945
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £63.00

Cooking Practical: Intermediate

The Cooking Practical: Intermediate enhances culinary skills through advanced techniques, global cuisines, and professional plating. Participants refine methods like braising, baking, and sauce-making while creating signature dishes and multi-course meals.The course fosters creativity, efficiency, and teamwork, preparing students to craft sophisticated, flavorful dishes with confidence.
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Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Wesley Hall Community Centre (Leicester)
76 Hartington Road
Leicester
LE2 0GN
Tutor:
Jamila Mohammed Khanbhai
Course code:
Q00022077
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Fitness and Exercise: Afternoon Yoga for Everybody

The course is suitable for all ages for those who have some knowledge of yoga. The practices will involve a wide range of techniques including posture, breath, meditation, study and reflection. Yoga is a traditional and contemporary class. Each week there is a guided yoga practice where we will work on a variety of practices and techniques including posture, breath and meditation. Learners will gain and understanding and insight into the subject area as well as learning ways to improve their general physical and mental health.
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Dates:
Thu 01/05/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
1:15pm - 2:15pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Caroline Arthur
Course code:
Q00014199
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Fitness and Exercise: Yoga for Osteoporosis- Advanced

Osteoporosis is a health condition that weakens the bones making them fragile and more likely to break. The origin of the word is from the Greek language to mean ‘porous bones.’ Bones naturally have some empty space in them to allow them to bend and flex. Those with Osteoporosis or low bone mass have larger spaces and less bone density – predisposing them to fractures and other bone injuries, especially in the hip, spinal vertebrae and some peripheral joints such as the wrists.
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Dates:
Thu 01/05/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
9:15am - 10:00am
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Caroline Arthur
Course code:
Q00014205
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Waiting list (Waiting list)
Fee range
Free to £27.75

Fitness and Exercise: Yoga for All

This course will work with a range of yoga postures/asanas: seated, lying, standing and inverted. The sessions are adapted to the needs of the individual and each session will finish with both meditation and a guided relaxation. This course is suitable for everyone.
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Dates:
Thu 01/05/2025 -
Thu 10/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Church of the Martyrs Community Hall
19 Westcotes Drive
Leicester
LE3 0QT
Tutor:
Nerissa Fields
Course code:
Q00021826
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
8 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60