Liverpool John Moores University

Staff Wellbeing

Staff Events

Welcome to the LJMU staff events page.

The university is committed to providing a holistic package of services and resources to support your wellbeing. Here you will find a range of online and in-person activities, training and webinars for you to engage with to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing.

Staff Netball

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  20
 Date:  Mon, 17 Nov 2025
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
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Come and have a go at our free netball sessions alongside other LJMU staff...perfect for beginners!

Cycle Solutions Cycle to Work Scheme Webinar

Financial Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  25
 Date:  Tue, 18 Nov 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 Location:  Online Event
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This webinar will cover everything you need to know about the Cycle to Work Scheme, provided by Cycle Solutions; the process, benefits and possible savings. We will also cover tips and advice for cycling in the winter.

Bibliotherapy (Reading for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  7
 Date:  Tue, 18 Nov 2025
 Time:  2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 2.01
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Dr Steve Peters ‘A path through the jungle’ Facilitated by Lucia Doyle and Alison Moss (LJMU Mental Health Advisors). With a focus on the topic of Resilience, we will be discussing the self-help programme laid out in this book. We will be discussing the practical tools which aims to improve a person's ability to manage stress, improve relationships and enhance self-confidence. 

Group available for staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy


Crochet for Beginners Series

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  4
 Date:  Wed, 19 Nov 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
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Would you like to learn crochet? Over a number of weeks you will learn how to hold the hook correctly, make your first stitch, practice chain stitch, and finally use what you have learned to create an autumn-themed project. All support and resources provided.

Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  5
 Date:  Wed, 19 Nov 2025
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
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Connect your body, your mind and your breath in this beginners yoga flow class. All welcome, no prior experience needed. Perfect for those new to yoga. Please bring your own mat if you have one, however some mats will be available to borrow. Places are limited to 15.

Zumba

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  13
 Date:  Wed, 19 Nov 2025
 Time:  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
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Join us for this fun dance-fitness class. The session will incorporate Latin and world styles of dance, creating a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness workout.

Staff Netball

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  20
 Date:  Mon, 24 Nov 2025
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
More details
Come and have a go at our free netball sessions alongside other LJMU staff...perfect for beginners!

Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  9
 Date:  Tue, 25 Nov 2025
 Time:  1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
During this session, you will learn a series of movements at beginner level, with an emphasis on passive stretches that calm the nervous system and encourage relaxation. This is particularly helpful for those who experience symptoms of the menopause, and is an opportunity to gather and share experiences. Yoga mats will be available to borrow if you do not have your own.

Crochet for Beginners Series

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  5
 Date:  Wed, 26 Nov 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
Would you like to learn crochet? Over a number of weeks you will learn how to hold the hook correctly, make your first stitch, practice chain stitch, and finally use what you have learned to create an autumn-themed project. All support and resources provided.

Bibliotherapy (Reading for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  19
 Date:  Wed, 26 Nov 2025
 Time:  2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
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Joe Wells (Author) presents their book ‘Wired Differently – 30 Neurodivergent people you should know’. A presentation that explores Neurodiversity and what it is like to be Neurodivergent. Introduced by Debbie Burns (LJMU Counsellor). 

Group available for staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy


Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  7
 Date:  Wed, 26 Nov 2025
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
Connect your body, your mind and your breath in this beginners yoga flow class. All welcome, no prior experience needed. Perfect for those new to yoga. Please bring your own mat if you have one, however some mats will be available to borrow. Places are limited to 15.

Zumba

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  14
 Date:  Wed, 26 Nov 2025
 Time:  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
Join us for this fun dance-fitness class. The session will incorporate Latin and world styles of dance, creating a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness workout.

Menopause Cafe

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  20
 Date:  Thu, 27 Nov 2025
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
  Format: Event
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Join us online for a cuppa and a chat. Menopause Café aims to provide an opportunity for talk about menopause in a new way, to break down taboos, and increase awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their family, friends and their colleagues. You are welcome to join us regardless of what stage of the journey you are at, be that perimenopause, menopause or post-menopause. Please contact E.Cousins@ljmu.ac.uk if you have any questions.


Dr Bike Clinic - Dec 25

Financial Wellbeing

 Date:  Mon, 01 Dec 2025
 Time:  8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
 Location:  Student Life Building - building forecourt (outside)
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
More details
Bring your bike along to our Dr Bike Clinic where you can get a health-check for your bike for free. The event is on a drop-in basis so you can come along anytime between 8am and 11am and wait while a mechanic performs essential checks and minor repairs to ensure your bike is safe and roadworthy. If there is a queue, you’ll be able to leave your bike and lock, and pick it up later after it’s been checked.

Staff Netball

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  20
 Date:  Mon, 01 Dec 2025
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
More details
Come and have a go at our free netball sessions alongside other LJMU staff...perfect for beginners!

Crochet for Beginners Series

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Wed, 03 Dec 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
Would you like to learn crochet? Over a number of weeks you will learn how to hold the hook correctly, make your first stitch, practice chain stitch, and finally use what you have learned to create an autumn-themed project. All support and resources provided.

Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  6
 Date:  Wed, 03 Dec 2025
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
Connect your body, your mind and your breath in this beginners yoga flow class. All welcome, no prior experience needed. Perfect for those new to yoga. Please bring your own mat if you have one, however some mats will be available to borrow. Places are limited to 15.

Zumba

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  12
 Date:  Wed, 03 Dec 2025
 Time:  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
Join us for this fun dance-fitness class. The session will incorporate Latin and world styles of dance, creating a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness workout.

Bibliotherapy (Reading for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Thu, 04 Dec 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 2.01
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A workshop looking at Gambling facilitated by James Forshaw, Team Leader of the Money & Advice Team & James Callaway (Engagement Lead Beacon Counselling). Find out about the books we have on Gambling and Addiction and the services available at LJMU and Beacon Counselling.

Group available for staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy


Staff Netball

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  20
 Date:  Mon, 08 Dec 2025
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
More details
Come and have a go at our free netball sessions alongside other LJMU staff...perfect for beginners!

Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 09 Dec 2025
 Time:  1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
During this session, you will learn a series of movements at beginner level, with an emphasis on passive stretches that calm the nervous system and encourage relaxation. This is particularly helpful for those who experience symptoms of the menopause, and is an opportunity to gather and share experiences. Yoga mats will be available to borrow if you do not have your own.

Bibliotherapy (Writing for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  7
 Date:  Wed, 10 Dec 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 2.01
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Wintering – withdrawal for renewal and transformation. Putting yourself on the page: a safe space for personal writing in response to creative prompts. Facilitated by Anne-Marie Smith (LJMU School of Education).

Group available for staff and students. To find out more visit: www.ljmu.ac.uk/bibliotherapy


Crochet for Beginners Series

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  12
 Date:  Wed, 10 Dec 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - Room 1 & 2 (main building)
More details
Would you like to learn crochet? Over a number of weeks you will learn how to hold the hook correctly, make your first stitch, practice chain stitch, and finally use what you have learned to create an autumn-themed project. All support and resources provided.

Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  7
 Date:  Wed, 10 Dec 2025
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
Connect your body, your mind and your breath in this beginners yoga flow class. All welcome, no prior experience needed. Perfect for those new to yoga. Please bring your own mat if you have one, however some mats will be available to borrow. Places are limited to 15.

Zumba

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Wed, 10 Dec 2025
 Time:  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
More details
Join us for this fun dance-fitness class. The session will incorporate Latin and world styles of dance, creating a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness workout.

Crochet for Beginners Series

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Wed, 17 Dec 2025
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - Room 1 & 2 (main building)
More details
Would you like to learn crochet? Over a number of weeks you will learn how to hold the hook correctly, make your first stitch, practice chain stitch, and finally use what you have learned to create an autumn-themed project. All support and resources provided.

Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Wed, 17 Dec 2025
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - G20 & G21
More details
Connect your body, your mind and your breath in this beginners yoga flow class. All welcome, no prior experience needed. Perfect for those new to yoga. Please bring your own mat if you have one, however some mats will be available to borrow. Places are limited to 15.

Dr Bike Clinic - Jan 26

Financial Wellbeing

 Date:  Mon, 26 Jan 2026
 Time:  8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
 Location:  James Parsons Building - building forecourt (outside)
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
More details
Bring your bike along to our Dr Bike Clinic where you can get a health-check for your bike for free. The event is on a drop-in basis so you can come along anytime between 8am and 11am and wait while a mechanic performs essential checks and minor repairs to ensure your bike is safe and roadworthy. If there is a queue, you’ll be able to leave your bike and lock, and pick it up later after it’s been checked.

Dr Bike Clinic - Apr 26

Financial Wellbeing

 Date:  Mon, 20 Apr 2026
 Time:  8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
 Location:  James Parsons Building - building forecourt (outside)
  Format: Drop-in
 Drop-in Event:  This is a drop-in event, you may turn up to it without booking.
More details
Bring your bike along to our Dr Bike Clinic where you can get a health-check for your bike for free. The event is on a drop-in basis so you can come along anytime between 8am and 11am and wait while a mechanic performs essential checks and minor repairs to ensure your bike is safe and roadworthy. If there is a queue, you’ll be able to leave your bike and lock, and pick it up later after it’s been checked.