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.

Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Tue, 14 Jul 2026
 Time:  1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Studio 1
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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.

Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  7
 Date:  Wed, 15 Jul 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.

Gardening at Tithebarn: Join Our First Session

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Wed, 22 Jul 2026
 Time:  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Tithebarn Building - Gardens
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Interested in growing your own vegetables? Looking to improve your wellbeing through spending time in nature, getting some fresh air, and meeting new people? Then come and join us! 

This first session is a chance to discover our community growing space in Tithebarn Gardens, meet fellow volunteers, and find out more about our plans for the 2026/27 growing season. 

Over the past few years, we have cared for raised beds filled with a variety of vegetables, salads, herbs, and flowers, as well as native flower planters. 

Come and explore the space, learn about what we grow, and get involved with some light gardening tasks such as weeding, mulching, and preparing the beds for planting. 

Whether you're a complete beginner or have plenty of gardening experience, everyone is welcome. 

You do not need to attend for the full two hours - feel free to drop in for as much or as little time as you can spare. 

All resources, tools, and guidance will be provided, and no prior gardening experience is necessary. Let's get growing!


Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  9
 Date:  Wed, 22 Jul 2026
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - 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.

Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  14
 Date:  Tue, 28 Jul 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.

Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  11
 Date:  Wed, 29 Jul 2026
 Time:  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Location:  Exchange Station - 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.

Gardening at Tithebarn - weekly session

Social Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Fri, 07 Aug 2026
 Time:  2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 Location:  Tithebarn Building - Gardens
More details

Interested in growing your own vegetables? Looking to improve your wellbeing through spending time in nature, getting some fresh air, and meeting new people? Then come and join us!

These weekly sessions are a great opportunity to get involved in our community growing space in Tithebarn Gardens, meet fellow volunteers, and help care for our space throughout the 2026/7 growing season. Each session will focus on seasonal gardening tasks.

For the past few years, we have cared for raised beds filled with a variety of vegetables, salads, herbs, and flowers, as well as native flower planters. 

Come and explore the space, learn new skills, and get involved with some gardening tasks such as weeding, mulching, and getting started with planting.

Whether you're a complete beginner or have plenty of gardening experience, everyone is welcome. 

All resources, tools, and guidance will be provided, and no prior gardening experience is necessary. Let's get growing!

Menopause Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  15
 Date:  Tue, 18 Aug 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.

Yr Wyddfa Challenge Snowden Triathlon

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Sat, 12 Sep 2026
 Time:  8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
 Location:  Off-campus - Snowden
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Set within the Snowdonia mountains in North Wales, the Yr Wyddfa Challenge tests teams of four to complete a 15km hike, 15km cycle and a 3k kayak. LJMU will cover the £100 registration fee for each team. By signing up, you and your team will pledge to raise a minimum of £2,000 (£500 per person) in sponsorship. *NB. Team Captains ONLY should sign up here. You will be contacted to provide the details of all your team members, which will then be supplied to Claire House in order to register each team for the event. Max 10 Teams.