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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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Lord Mayor's Dragon Boat Race

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  3
 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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Mindful Doodling - Professional Services DI Sub-Committee

Mental Wellbeing

 Date:  Wed, 13 May 2026
 Time:  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  External Event - James Parsons Building - Room 125
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Come doodle with us and see where your imagination takes you! This in-person session is all about relaxing your mind through fun and easy doodling techniques. No artistic skills needed - just bring your curiosity and a pen. It's a great way to de-stress, connect, and explore mindfulness in a laid-back setting. Feel free to bring your own lunch. Organised by HITS Professional Services DI Sub-Committee.
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Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Wed, 13 May 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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Staff Summer Football League – Round Robin Week 1

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  47
 Date:  Wed, 13 May 2026
 Time:  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
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Join our Staff Summer Football League, a fun and inclusive programme designed to help LJMU staff stay active, meet colleagues from across the university, and enjoy some friendly competition. The league will run over five weeks, starting with four weeks of weekly round robin sessions, where teams are mixed each week to encourage networking, teamwork, and new connections. Sessions are suitable for all abilities, with an emphasis on participation, enjoyment, and collaboration rather than competition. In week five, the programme will conclude with a friendly tournament, where volunteer team captains select teams and compete in a relaxed end of block finale. Whether you’re a regular player or just looking to try something new, this is a great opportunity to be physically active, unwind after work, and connect with fellow LJMU staff in a welcoming and supportive environment.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 Date:  Fri, 15 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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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.
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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 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:  9
 Date:  Tue, 19 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:  10
 Date:  Tue, 19 May 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.
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Women Only Football

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  16
 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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Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  9
 Date:  Wed, 20 May 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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Staff Summer Football League – Round Robin Week 2

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  47
 Date:  Wed, 20 May 2026
 Time:  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
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Join our Staff Summer Football League, a fun and inclusive programme designed to help LJMU staff stay active, meet colleagues from across the university, and enjoy some friendly competition. The league will run over five weeks, starting with four weeks of weekly round robin sessions, where teams are mixed each week to encourage networking, teamwork, and new connections. Sessions are suitable for all abilities, with an emphasis on participation, enjoyment, and collaboration rather than competition. In week five, the programme will conclude with a friendly tournament, where volunteer team captains select teams and compete in a relaxed end of block finale. Whether you’re a regular player or just looking to try something new, this is a great opportunity to be physically active, unwind after work, and connect with fellow LJMU staff in a welcoming and supportive environment.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  8
 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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Exchange Station Yoga

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 Date:  Wed, 27 May 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.
Book

Staff Summer Football League – Round Robin Week 3

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  48
 Date:  Wed, 27 May 2026
 Time:  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
More details
Join our Staff Summer Football League, a fun and inclusive programme designed to help LJMU staff stay active, meet colleagues from across the university, and enjoy some friendly competition. The league will run over five weeks, starting with four weeks of weekly round robin sessions, where teams are mixed each week to encourage networking, teamwork, and new connections. Sessions are suitable for all abilities, with an emphasis on participation, enjoyment, and collaboration rather than competition. In week five, the programme will conclude with a friendly tournament, where volunteer team captains select teams and compete in a relaxed end of block finale. Whether you’re a regular player or just looking to try something new, this is a great opportunity to be physically active, unwind after work, and connect with fellow LJMU staff in a welcoming and supportive environment.
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Kettlebells

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  9
 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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Staff Summer Football League – Round Robin Week 4

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  48
 Date:  Wed, 03 Jun 2026
 Time:  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
More details
Join our Staff Summer Football League, a fun and inclusive programme designed to help LJMU staff stay active, meet colleagues from across the university, and enjoy some friendly competition. The league will run over five weeks, starting with four weeks of weekly round robin sessions, where teams are mixed each week to encourage networking, teamwork, and new connections. Sessions are suitable for all abilities, with an emphasis on participation, enjoyment, and collaboration rather than competition. In week five, the programme will conclude with a friendly tournament, where volunteer team captains select teams and compete in a relaxed end of block finale. Whether you’re a regular player or just looking to try something new, this is a great opportunity to be physically active, unwind after work, and connect with fellow LJMU staff in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Book

Staff Summer Football League – Tournament

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  48
 Date:  Wed, 10 Jun 2026
 Time:  5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
 Location:  LJMU Sport Building - Sports Hall
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Over the past four weeks, staff have joined our Staff Summer Football League, a fun and inclusive programme designed to help LJMU staff stay active, meet colleagues from across the university, and enjoy some friendly competition. During the round robin sessions, teams were mixed each week to encourage networking, teamwork, and new connections. Sessions were suitable for all abilities, with an emphasis on participation, enjoyment, and collaboration rather than competition. This week, the programme will conclude with a friendly tournament, where volunteer team captains select teams and compete in a relaxed end of block finale.
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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:  7
 Date:  Thu, 18 Jun 2026
 Time:  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 Location:  Online Event
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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
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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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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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Yr Wyddfa Challenge Snowden Triathlon

Physical Wellbeing

 Remaining Places:  10
 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.
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