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Crafts: Weaving Without a Loom
Have you ever seen weaving and wondered how to get started and wanted to try your hand at it? On this course you will discover that it is possible to make a loom from a variety of materials, even from something as simple as a piece of card, a branch, etc. You will also explore how to use more than just wool to weave with and how to prepare alternative materials for weaving. You will gain knowledge about how threads are interlaced to create a woven fabric and what the different threads are called and how to use them to create patterns and texture in piece of woven textile art. You will also discover how weaving can be beneficial to your health, helping you to “be in the moment” and create a calming environment.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 27/03/2025Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Jo McIntoshCourse code:Q00019517How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £81.40
ESOL: Living, Learning and Working in the UK
The ESOL Living and working in UK course is designed for beginners who have little or no prior knowledge of the English language. In a face-to-face, comfortable and very positive environment you will have an opportunity to improve your skill and gain confidence. This course is focused on helping students develop fundamental speaking and listening skills in English. By the end of the course, students should be able to hold simple conversations and understand basic English conversations. Indulge in the topics like : “All about me”, “Talking about your neighbourhood”, “How do you spend your weekends?” and many more.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025Location:Welcome House Hull
3 Wright St
Hull
HU2 8HRCourse code:P00000085How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Personal Development: From ''Skint'' to Savvy: Improving Your Relationship with Money
Transform your financial habits with "From Skint to Savvy: Improving Your Relationship with Money." This course helps you understand money management basics, develop budgeting skills, and make smarter financial decisions. Effective budget planning can make you feel like you’ve had a pay rise. Organising your personal budget and understanding your outgoings is the first step towards healthy financial well-being. And the good news is - budgeting is a skill anyone can learn.
This budgeting course is right for you if you want to improve your financial well-being. Whether you’re trying to cope with the cost of living crisis or just want to plan your finances better, this course can help you.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 28/02/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Clare House (SCUNTHORPE)
31 Wells Street
SCUNTHORPE
DN15 6HLTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00018116How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Fitness and Exercise: Yoga to improve joint mobility and strength
Enhance your well-being with our Yoga to Improve Joint Mobility and Strength course. This class focuses on yoga practices specifically designed to increase joint flexibility and build muscle strength. Through a blend of mindful movements, stretching, and strength-building postures, you will learn techniques to support and protect your joints. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages you to listen to your body and adapt practices to meet your individual needs. Enjoy a supportive environment where you can develop greater joint mobility and strength, ultimately improving your overall physical health and quality of life.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 14/02/2025Times:9:30am - 11:00amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018230How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Healthy Living: Mindful Relaxation practice to support pain management
Would you like to manage pain more effectively and enhance your overall well-being? This course focuses on mindful relaxation techniques to support pain management. Chronic pain can significantly impact your quality of life, but through mindful practices, you can learn to ease discomfort and develop a more positive relationship with your body. We will focus on body awareness, breathwork, and gentle movements to reduce pain. Each session will conclude with a guided relaxation practice designed to support pain relief. Everyone can benefit from learning these techniques to manage pain naturally.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 14/02/2025Times:1:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018256How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Entry Level ESOL: Digital Skills For ESOL - Entry Level
The Entry Level Digital Skills for ESOL course is tailored for English language learners who wish to develop basic digital skills. This course covers fundamental computer operations, internet usage, and essential software applications, all while enhancing your English language proficiency. Ideal for beginners, it aims to equip you with the digital literacy needed for everyday tasks, further learning, and employment opportunities. Throughout the course, you will learn how to operate a computer, use the internet safely and effectively, and navigate key software applications such as word processors and email. The course content includes practical activities like creating and saving documents, browsing websites, and understanding basic online communication tools.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Clare House (SCUNTHORPE)
31 Wells Street
SCUNTHORPE
DN15 6HLTutor:Phil MasonCourse code:Q00017927How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.80
Textiles and Fashion: Sewing 3
Enhance your sewing skills with our Textiles and Fashion: Sewing 3 course. Learn advanced techniques for creating fashionable and functional clothing. Ideal for individuals with basic sewing knowledge looking to refine their skills.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 28/02/2025Times:10:15am - 1:15pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Southall Day Centre (Southall)
20 Western Road
Southall
UB2 5DSTutor:Maria Tawfik BitranaCourse code:Q00017656How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00
Level 1 ESOL: Everyday English - Upper Intermediate
This is the third course of six aimed at Upper Intermediate (B2) level learners of English. This six-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English and we will practice all four major skills in each session to further develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Lessons will be delivered in a face-to-face setting using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to develop learners’ proficiency and confidence. In addition to a focus on general pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary, students will be encouraged to focus on colloquial English and develop an awareness of the local English being used in their contexts.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 14/02/2025Times:9:30am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HYTutor:Alison SalmCourse code:Q00019226How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
Nature, Ecology and Permaculture: Introduction to Environmental Science and Sustainability
By the end of the course, the participant will have an understanding of the meanings of basic environmental terms; have a rudimentary awareness of the importance and benefits of sustainable development; have a straightforward understanding of Environmental Management Systems and how they work, have sufficient knowledge to identify and understand issues with pollution and waste; be aware of Environmental Emergency Procedures and be able to individually reduce their impact on the environment as best they can.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 28/03/2025Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Plymouth Central Library (Plymouth)
Central Library
167 to 171 Armada Way
Plymouth
PL1 1HZTutor:Lee ArmonCourse code:Q00019259How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20
Personal Development: Understanding your finances
Effective budget planning can make you feel like you’ve had a pay rise. Organising your personal budget and understanding your outgoings is the first step towards healthy financial well-being. And the good news is - budgeting is a skill anyone can learn. This budgeting course is right for you if you want to improve your financial well-being. Whether you’re trying to cope with the cost of living crisis or just want to plan your finances better, this course can help you. You do not need advanced maths skills to take this course. It is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is new to you
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 07/02/2025Times:11:45am - 1:45pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Saima GulzarCourse code:Q00015664How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00