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Textiles and Fashion: Crafting Confidence -Textiles and Sewing Skills
This course is designed to introduce students to the art of sewing and the world of textiles, from foundational skills to garment construction. Through practical, hands-on learning, students will develop proficiency in sewing techniques, fabric selection, and pattern construction. By the end of the course, students will be able to design, create, and customise their own garments or textile projects, with a focus on craftsmanship, creativity, and sustainability.
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Dates:Mon 02/06/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:St Marys Community Centre (PONTEFRACT)
The Circle
Chequerfield
PONTEFRACT
WF8 2AYTutor:Victoria BouldCourse code:Q00020280How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £67.20
Healthy Living (Pre Entry)
Welcome to our 21-hour, ‘Healthy Living’ course. This course is aimed at pre-entry ESOL students wishing to learn about maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The course covers essential topics such as nutrition, exercise, hygiene, and mental well-being. Students will learn about healthy eating habits, the benefits of regular physical activity, and basic hygiene practices. Interactive activities include discussing simple cooking recipes , exercise routines, and discussions on how to manage stress and emotions. By the end of the course, students will understand the importance of healthy living and be able to make better choices for their physical and mental health.
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Dates:Mon 02/06/2025 -
Fri 04/07/2025Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017087How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20
Permaculture Design Certificate
Join us at Community Roots in Porthtowan, Cornwall for this accredited course in Permaculture Design. Delivered by our experienced Permaculture tutor this course will introduce to the key concepts of Permaculture design whilst undertaking practical design tasks with our partner Community Roots who run a community supported agriculture project on the scenic North cliffs in Cornwall. This bespoke course has been created with Community Roots to meet the needs of people who are wanting to introduce permaculture principles either at home , community or commercial setting.
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Dates:Mon 02/06/2025 -
Fri 20/06/2025Times:10:00am - 4:30pmDuration:15 sessionsLocation:Community Roots (Porthtowan)
Mount Pleasant Eco Park
Chapel Hill
Porthtowan
TR4 8HLTutor:Jodie TellamCourse code:Q00020568How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £300.00
Personal Development: Healthy Family Food on a Budget
Cooking homemade food doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. Learn how to feed the whole family with tasty and affordable meals in this cooking on a budget course.
This is a cooking and personal finance course rolled into one. You’ll get practical budgeting tips you can apply in the kitchen. This course is ideal for you if you’d like to learn how to cook homemade meals on a reduced budget.
Learn how to select nutritious ingredients to prepare wholesome meals without breaking the bank. Brainstorm recipe ideas with the class to make use of leftovers. Get tips on how to store food properly to avoid wastage. Learn how to save money when doing food shopping and other budgeting tips.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Clare House (SCUNTHORPE)
31 Wells Street
SCUNTHORPE
DN15 6HLTutor:Amie-Alissa WatsonCourse code:Q00018157How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
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.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025Times:10:00am - 11:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Gladys Court Bournemouth
70/72 Wellington Road
Bournemouth
BH8 8JGTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00016952How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.80
Pre-Entry Digital Skills: Advanced Part 2
This is a natural follow on course for those who have completed Part 1. It brings together all the Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Edge and Powerpoint apps. You will add a spreadsheet and a video into Powerpoint. Sort and filter data in a spreadsheet. Keep an online diary of your learner in preparation for future courses.
The course will also cover knowledge to troubleshoot and fix common issues you may encounter with digital devices. By understanding the basics of digital creation software and tools, you'll be equipped to handle a range of tasks, from simple edits to more complex projects. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025Location:Foleshill Women's Training (Coventry)
70-72 Elmsdale Avenue
Foleshill
Coventry
CV6 6ESCourse code:Q00015718How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Healthy Living: Meditation and Mindfulness to support emotional resilience
Cultivate emotional resilience with our Meditation and Mindfulness for Emotional Resilience course. This class focuses on practices to manage emotions, build inner strength, and enhance emotional well-being. Through guided meditations and mindfulness techniques, you will learn to regulate emotions, cultivate compassion, and navigate life's challenges with greater ease. Suitable for all levels, this course empowers you to develop emotional resilience in a supportive learning environment.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025Times:7:00pm - 8:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018254How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £38.85
Entry Level ESOL: Everyday English Elementary
This is the sixth course of six, aimed at elementary (A1/A2) level learners. This six-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English and will practice all four major skills in each session to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Although this is a low-level English course, learners should be able to recognise sounds of the English letters and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they would not struggle. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ proficiency and confidence in the English language.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025Times:9:30am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HYTutor:Alison SalmCourse code:Q00019253How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
Art Appreciation: Renaissance art in 16th century Europe
This course in art appreciation provides close attentions to particular works of art from Leonardo da Vinci and Albrecht Dürer to Michelangelo and Pieter Breughel. The focus will be upon specific paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings in relation to who the works were for, how the decisions about visual presentations were determined and the integration of pictorial practice with contemporary ideas.
The course uses a secure digital learning portal for all the classes and for communications with the tutor and access to learning materials. The course would be appropriate for both experienced viewers of art and those new to the subject.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025Times:11:15am - 12:45pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Allen FisherCourse code:Q00019460How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
Personal Development: Build your resilience
Feeling overwhelmed by life's constant challenges? This 7-week emotional resilience course equips you with powerful tools to navigate uncertainty and build inner strength.
Explore how your thoughts, emotions, and experiences influence your mental wellbeing and overall resilience. Discover effective coping strategies to manage stress, stay positive, and communicate effectively in your social circles.
By examining your life perspective and approach, you'll gain the confidence to recharge your batteries and cultivate a more positive outlook.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBTutor:Caroline SmyCourse code:Q00016764How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80