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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.

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Get Growing Project - volunteers needed

Social Wellbeing

 Location:  Tithebarn Building - Gardens
 Potential Event:  This is a potential future event, please register interest if you would like to see it be considered as an official event.
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Are you interested in gardening or looking to learn? We are planning a number of sessions to tidy up the raised beds and planters in the Tithebarn Gardens, ready for spring. We would welcome volunteers to help out with mulching, weeding, planting and seed sowing. Please register your interest and you will be contacted with potential dates and times.
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Communicating About Cancer Workshop **Managers Only**

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  6
 Date:  Thu, 16 Apr 2026
 Time:  1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
  Format: Workshop
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Facilitated in partnership with Cancer Support UK. The workshop is designed to increase knowledge of cancer, cancer types, treatments and side effects. It will give a deeper understanding of the emotional impact of cancer as well as the physical effects.

Places are limited to the first 15 members of staff; those on the waiting list will be offered future dates. 

Facilitator Dorothy Foote, Cancer Support UK.
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Circuits

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Thu, 16 Apr 2026
 Time:  5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Fri, 17 Apr 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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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.
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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.

Circuits

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Mon, 20 Apr 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high intensity workout including 3 clear defined blocks: 1. Plyometric block (hops, jumps, landing, broad jumps…) to improve explosiveness, speed and power; 2. Strength block including 3 main exercises (e.g. squat, deadlift…) in a circuit methodology; and 3. Metabolic block, using different ergometres (bike, ski erg, rower, treadmill) to improve endurance.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 21 Apr 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Bibliotherapy (Reading for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Tue, 21 Apr 2026
 Time:  2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 211
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Managing symptoms of ADHD. Facilitated by Steven Dee (LJMU Counsellor). Steven presents “Taking Charge of Adult ADHD. Second Edition: Proven Strategies to Succeed at Work, at Home, and in Relationships” by Dr Russell Barkley. Covers practical strategies to help develop your strengths and achieve your goals, whether in education, in family relationships, or in personal pursuits.      

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

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 21 Apr 2026
 Time:  4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 2
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This is a high-energy workout designed to boost heart rate while strengthening the abdomen and back. It combines cardiovascular exercises (like jumping, running, or high-knees) with targeted core movements (like planks, sit-ups, or rotational exercises).
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Bibliotherapy (Writing for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  6
 Date:  Wed, 22 Apr 2026
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 2.01
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Theme: Growth. 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
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Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  2
 Date:  Wed, 22 Apr 2026
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - 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.
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Circuits

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Thu, 23 Apr 2026
 Time:  5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Fri, 24 Apr 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Circuits

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Mon, 27 Apr 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high intensity workout including 3 clear defined blocks: 1. Plyometric block (hops, jumps, landing, broad jumps…) to improve explosiveness, speed and power; 2. Strength block including 3 main exercises (e.g. squat, deadlift…) in a circuit methodology; and 3. Metabolic block, using different ergometres (bike, ski erg, rower, treadmill) to improve endurance.
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Air Dry Clay Modelling

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  5
 Date:  Tue, 28 Apr 2026
 Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 Location:  Redmonds Building - Room 127
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Immerse yourself in a creative and mindful activity as you learn the basics of air dry clay modelling. Customise and take home your own mini figure or magnet to brighten up your desk or home. All resources provided. No prior experience necessary.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 28 Apr 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Cardio & Core

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 28 Apr 2026
 Time:  4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-energy workout designed to boost heart rate while strengthening the abdomen and back. It combines cardiovascular exercises (like jumping, running, or high-knees) with targeted core movements (like planks, sit-ups, or rotational exercises).
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Crochet for Beginners Series

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  5
 Date:  Wed, 29 Apr 2026
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  James Parsons Building - Staff Lounge (1st floor)
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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 a small themed project. All support and resources provided.
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Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  1
 Date:  Wed, 29 Apr 2026
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - 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.
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Circuits

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Thu, 30 Apr 2026
 Time:  5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Fri, 01 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 05 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Tue, 05 May 2026
 Time:  1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Limelight Student Accommodation - Fitness Studio - report to reception
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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.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Fri, 08 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Lord Mayor's Dragon Boat Race

Physical Wellbeing

 Date:  Sun, 10 May 2026
 Time:  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
 Location:  Liverpool City Centre - Liverpool Watersports Centre
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LJMU are proud to be the main sponsor for the third year running, for this years Lord Mayor's Dragon Boat Race, which takes place on Sunday 10 May at Liverpool Watersports Centre. Teams from various organisations will go head-to-head in long boats decorated with magnificent dragon figureheads. It’s a test of teamwork and concentration as well as a physical challenge. There’s a great atmosphere too, as family and friends line the shores and cheer on the teams. We will have three boats of 15 staff competing in the days races. If you would like to be one of them, book your place now and we will contact you with further information and training dates, nearer the time.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 12 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Bibliotherapy (Reading for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  6
 Date:  Tue, 12 May 2026
 Time:  1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
 Location:  Student Life Building - 211
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Brene Brown ‘The Gifts of Imperfection’. Facilitated by Alison Moss and Lucia Doyle (LJMU Mental Health Advisors). With a focus on the topic's authenticity, resilience, creativity, letting go of comparison and meaningful rest.

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

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Fri, 15 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
More details
This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Dr Bike Clinic - May 26

Financial Wellbeing

 Date:  Mon, 18 May 2026
 Time:  8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
 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 2pm 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.

Communicating About Cancer Workshop **Managers Only**

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 19 May 2026
 Time:  10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
  Format: Workshop
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Facilitated in partnership with Cancer Support UK. The workshop is designed to increase knowledge of cancer, cancer types, treatments and side effects. It will give a deeper understanding of the emotional impact of cancer as well as the physical effects.

Places are limited to the first 15 members of staff; those on the waiting list will be offered future dates. 

Facilitator Dorothy Foote, Cancer Support UK.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 19 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
More details
This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  12
 Date:  Tue, 19 May 2026
 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.
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Women Only Football

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  17
 Date:  Tue, 19 May 2026
 Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
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This is a women only football event, in a friendly and supportive environment. Open to staff who have either played football before or have never kicked a ball but want to give it a go! No football experience needed as we will do some light skills training and then go into a game. Please share with any colleagues that you think may be interested. Any questions please email Holly Keenan-Fallace h.r.keenanfallace@ljmu.ac.uk

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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Fri, 22 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Tue, 26 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Fri, 29 May 2026
 Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Gym 1st Floor
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This is a high-intensity, full-body workout using cast-iron weights with handles to build strength, cardio endurance, and core stability simultaneously.
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  14
 Date:  Tue, 02 Jun 2026
 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.
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Tue, 16 Jun 2026
 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.
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Bibliotherapy (Writing for Wellbeing)

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  6
 Date:  Wed, 17 Jun 2026
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Education Building - EDN/B.01
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Theme: Community & Home. 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
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Communicating About Cancer Workshop **Managers Only**

Mental Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  14
 Date:  Tue, 30 Jun 2026
 Time:  10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
  Format: Workshop
More details

Facilitated in partnership with Cancer Support UK. The workshop is designed to increase knowledge of cancer, cancer types, treatments and side effects. It will give a deeper understanding of the emotional impact of cancer as well as the physical effects.

Places are limited to the first 15 members of staff; those on the waiting list will be offered future dates. 

Facilitator Dorothy Foote, Cancer Support UK.
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Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Tue, 30 Jun 2026
 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.
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