Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living by Diane Robertson

THE LETCHWORTH CENTRE FOR HEALTHY LIVING

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS APRIL – JULY 2016

Charity Reg.No. 295219 Established 1984

2014 Winner ‘Outstanding Contribution to the Community’

In this brochure Alexander Technique p3 Ballet For Adults p9 For Kids p4 Five Rhythms p9 Keep Fit p5 Meditation p8 Mindfulness pp6-7 Moving Mindfully p3 Pilates pp10-12 Salsa p9 Tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ai Chi p3

Yoga For Adults pp13-14 Ante & Post-Natal p15 For Teens p15 Zumba p5 Drop-in Classes p16 Lunchtime Talks p17 Workshops & Talks p17 Week-at-a Glance p18 Useful information p19 Enrolment Form p20

The Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living is a unique,

award-winning charity which brings together a highly-respected Complementary Therapy Clinic, an outstanding Counselling Service, innovative programmes for older people and those living with long-term conditions, alongside the rich programme of Classes included in this brochure. Visit our website www.letchworthcentre.org to discover how the Centre can support you, your family and friends to attain and maintain your health and wellbeing.

CLASSES Judy Hammond Alexander Instructor

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE Judy Hammond BEd ANATD MSTAT 13 weeks – last class w/c 18 July Half-term week of 30 May Renowned for its benefits to back pain sufferers, Alexander Technique teaches us how to sit, stand, lie and move in ways which minimise chronic muscular & spinal tension. Students report reduced stress, better sleep and help with asthma. Wear loose clothing & bring a mat or blanket and 2-3 paperbacks.

DAY Tuesday Wednesday

TIME 09.45-11.00 18.45-20.00

Judy Hammond and students

DAY Tuesday Wednesday

TIME 11.15-12.30 20.15-21.30 Ian Deavin, T’ai Chi Instructor

START DATE LEVEL 19 Apr All levels 20 Apr Beginners

COST CODE £117 X1 £117 X2

MOVING MINDFULLY

Judy Hammond BEd ANATD MSTAT 13 weeks – last class w/c 18 July Half-term week of 30 May Moving Mindfully is a unique movement, alignment and relaxation class which carefully combines key elements of Pilates, Yoga and T’ai Chi and incorporates the Alexander principles of excellent use of the spine and joints. The resulting quality of movement and alignment is a joy to experience! Wear soft comfortable clothing. START DATE LEVEL COST CODE 19 Apr Advanced £117 MM1 20 Apr All levels £117 MM2

T’AI CHI

Ian Deavin BSc, CIAA cert, TCUGB, recognised BCCMA Richard Lang MA UKCP 12 weeks for RL’s classes – last class 12 July 13 weeks for ID’s class – last class 21 July Half-term 2 June for ID’s class, 28 June for RL’s classes T’ai Chi consists of a series of slow, stylised, dance-like movements which are practised in sequence. Practised daily by millions worldwide, evidence shows that it is effective in improving balance, increasing muscle strength and can benefit the heart and circulatory systems, can significantly reduce stress and can enhance well-being.

DAY TIME START DATE Tuesday 17.15-18.45 19 Apr Tuesday 20.30-22.00 19 Apr Thursday 20.00-21.30 21 Apr

LEVEL TUTOR COST Intermediate/Advanced RL £108 Yang style long & sword form Intermediate RL £108 Yang style short form All levels ID £117 Chen style long form

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CODE T1 T2 T5 3

CLASSES

BALLET FOR KIDS Vickie Lesnick RAD RTS FIDTA 13 weeks – last classes w/c 18 July Half-term week of 30 May These fun classes for children provide a wonderful discipline – improving co-ordination, spatial and body awareness, concentration and physical confidence. The ballet training follows the method taught by the Royal Academy of Dance. Dress comfortably and dance in either bare feet or dance shoes. Examinations are available for students and there may be opportunities to appear in shows.

LEVEL Grade 1 Ballet Grade 2 Ballet Baby Ballet Pre-Primary Ballet Primary Ballet Grade 1 Ballet Grade 1 Ballet Grade 2 Ballet Grade 3 Ballet

AGE 5-7yrs 8yrs+ 23/4-3yrs 4yrs 5yrs 6yrs 7yrs 8yrs 9+yrs

DAY Fri Fri Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat

TIME 16.15-17.00 17.00-17.45 09.00-09.30 09.30-10.00 10.00-10.30 10.30-11.15 11.15-12.00 12.00-12.45 12.45-13.30

DATE 22 Apr 22 Apr 23 Apr 23 Apr 23 Apr 23 Apr 23 Apr 23 Apr 23 Apr

COST £71 £71 £66 £66 £66 £71 £71 £71 £71

CODE CB2 CB3 CB5 CB6 CB7 CB8 CB9 CB10 CB11

We regret that after the first class parents will not be able to remain in the classroom. After that session, parents will be asked to leave the room. If you feel your child is not yet mature enough to cope with this, then we would suggest waiting until they are older to enrol. Please note that photos may only be taken with the permission of the tutor; filming will, however, never be permitted.

MUMMY & ME

NEW!

Vickie Lesnick RAD RTS FIDTA 10 weeks – last class 2 July Half-term 3 June A lovely opportunity for you to help introduce your toddler to basic ballet movements and rhythm in a fun way. Sessions will use toys, instruments and other props to enhance marching, clapping, special awareness and changing direction.

Mummy & Me 4

AGE DAY 18months - 3yrs Fri

TIME 15.45-16.15

DATE 22 Apr

COST CODE £51 CB1

CLASSES

KEEP FIT Luzi Georgas IIST 10 weeks – no class on 14 May - last class 9 July Half-term 4 June Keep Fit includes a warm-up and ½ hour of cardiovascular exercise, abdominal strength training, body toning, cool-down and stretch.

DAY

TIME

START DATE

LEVEL

COST CODE

Keep Fit

Saturday

08.30-09.30

23 Apr

All levels £66

SPECIAL CARE EXERCISE NEW!

Luzi Georgas IIST 12 weeks – last class 14 July Half-term 2 June A gentler approach to exercise for anyone with health issues. Classes end with stretches geared to relaxation.

DAY

Special Care Exercise

Thursday 11.45-12.45 21 Apr

TIME

START DATE LEVEL

COST CODE

All levels £80

ZUMBA Luzi Georgas IIST Wednesday - 12 weeks – last class 13 July Saturday - 10 weeks – no class on 14 May - last class 9 July Half-term week of 30 May Zumba combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system. Wednesday’s class is a mixture of Zumba and toning.

DAY

TIME

START DATE

LEVEL

Zumba

Wednesday

19.00-20.00

20 Apr

All levels £61

COST CODE ZU3

Zumba

Saturday

09.30-10.30

23 Apr

All levels £51

ZU2

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CLASSES

MINDFULNESS AT THE LETCHWORTH CENTRE Mindfulness cultivates non-judgemental awareness of the present moment. Research has shown that this can help people: • manage physical illness and pain • reduce stress, anxiety and depression • strengthen the immune system • develop areas of the brain associated with wellbeing It can be a wonderful way of experiencing greater peace, vitality and happiness.

MINDFULNESS FOR STRESS AND WELLBEING

Simon McKibbin Advanced Teacher of Mindfulness-based Pain and Illness Management; Independent Focusing & Non-violent Communication Trainer 9 weeks (no class on Sunday 12 June) no half-term

This is a very popular and highly respected mindfulness approach which explicitly includes our basic human needs for compassion and self-kindness. DAY TIME START DATE COST CODE Sunday 10.00-12.30 24 Apr £245 QMSW1 PLUS Sunday 26 June 10.00-16.00

MINDFULNESS FOR STRESS & WELLBEING PRACTICE DAY This Day of Practice will provide an opportunity for you to reconnect with and go deeper into your mindfulness practice. DAY TIME COST CODE Sunday 26 June

10.00-16.00

£20

QMSW2

MINDFULNESS FOR STRESS & WELLBEING SUPPORT GROUP These are sessions for students who have completed the 9-week course and want to refresh their practice and support the ongoing development of mindfulness in their lives. DAY

TIME COST CODE

Sunday 8 May Sunday 5 June

14.00-15.30 14.00-15.30

£15 £15

QMSW8 QMSW9

MINDFULNESS AND THE BRAIN

A Two-Day Workshop with Mike Bell An experiential workshop looking at what brain research tells us about mindfulness practice. DAY TIME CODE Sunday 26 June & Sunday 3 July 10.00-17.00 MATB1 COST £145 for early bird bookings on or before 13 June or £155 thereafter

NEW!

CLASSES

MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR) Helena Martin GRSM LRAM Dip Couns PGDip Mindfulness

9 weeks Half-term 1 June This is the original, classic course that brought mindfulness into the mainstream, inspiring huge interest and research. It has been taught to many thousands of people worldwide and at the Letchworth Centre since 2003. DAY

TIME

Wednesday 19.30-21.30 PLUS Sunday 12 June, 10.00-16.00

START DATE COST CODE 27 Apr

£245*

MB1

(All students must attend the orientation session which is the first class) * A £20 administration fee will be retained by the Letchworth Centre if after the orientation session it is decided not to continue with the course.

PRACTICE DAY FOR MBSR GRADUATES

This Day of Practice will provide an opportunity for you to reconnect with and go deeper into your mindfulness practice. Prerequisite: completion of any 9-week MBSR course. DAY TIME COST CODE Sunday, 12 June 10.00-16.00

£20

MB9

MINDFULNESS PRACTICE GROUP

These are sessions for students who have completed the 9-week course and want to refresh their practice and support the ongoing development of mindfulness in their lives. DAY

TIME

COST CODE

Monday 25 April Monday 23 May Monday 27 June

19.15-20.45 19.15-20.45 19.15-20.45

£15 £15 £15

MB3 MB4 MB5

Special price of £10 per session for those who book all 3

MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION FOR MBSR GRADUATES

Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically-supported course and based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Christopher Germer. With its foundation in mindfulness, MSC teaches principles and practices of self-compassion that enable us to respond to difficult moments in our lives with kindness, care and understanding. 9 weeks including Practice Session NEW! Half-term 3 June DAY COST CODE Friday 13 May £245 MSC1 TIME The first session will be from 19.00-22.00 and the remaining seven sessions will be from 19.00-21.30 plus the Practice Session on Saturday 18 June, 14.00-18.00.

MBSR ONE-TO-ONE

COST £360 including workbook and CDs .This course is designed for those who cannot attend our group MBSR course and consists of a pre-course orientation over the telephone and 8 hour-long sessions held at the Centre at a time and date to be mutually arranged. For more details contact the Centre on 01462 678804.

At the time of booking there is a £30 non-refundable deposit payable before the orientation phone call with the balance of the full fees (£330) due before start of course.

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CLASSES

MEDITATION FOR INNER PEACE Dr Neelam Taneja PhD, Member IAYT, Fellow (retired) RSM London 10 weeks – last class on 28 June Half-term 31 May In this class you will be introduced to a range of techniques from which you will be able to choose the one (or ones) most appropriate for you. This is an ongoing class to enhance your personal practice. The techniques that we use include breath work, pranayama, present moment awareness, mantra, guided imagery and visualisation, mindful Yoga movement and sound healing. Suitable for all levels of experience – beginners welcome. We meet for a ‘cuppa’ after each session to share experiences.

MEDITATION ONE-TO-ONE Dr Neelam Taneja 20 hours over five sessions COST £404

(includes all course materials, two follow-up consultations and all meals as appropriate)

This ‘Meditation for Inner Peace’ programme is customised for individuals or a small family group who are not able to commit to a group programme and/or require a more This class is held at St Christopher School Barrington Road, Letchworth confidential setting to discuss personal DAY TIME START DATE issues relating to health and wellbeing. There is a comprehensive pre-course Tuesday 19.00-20.15 19 Apr consultation and the course is designed LEVEL COST CODE to meet individual needs. It includes all All levels £81 MED2 the elements of the group programme but will also train you in a special See our website for details of workshops offered mantra meditation based on your date by Neelam Taneja of birth.

“ The key is changing our habits, and in particular the habits of our mind.” Pema Chondron

PRANAYAMA-BASED MEDITATION

Sarah O’Connor BA(Hons) BWY(Dip), Pranayama & Meditation Module 12 weeks – last class 12 July Half-term 31 May Pranayama is the science of the breath, control of which has been shown to improve physical health and wellbeing and to still the mind. When combined with meditation it can serve as a powerful de-stressing tool. DAY Tuesday

TIME 18.30-19.30

START DATE LEVEL 19 Apr Experienced

COST CODE £85 PM2

CLASSES Vicki Lesnick and student

FIVE RHYTHMS

BALLET FOR ADULTS Vickie Lesnick RAD RTS FIDTA 10 weeks – last class on 1 July Half-term 3 June

You will dance, get fit and have great fun in this popular class which includes barre work (for greater flexibility and balance), centre work (for toning) and simple ballet routines. Open to anyone over 16 who has had ballet experience. DAY TIME Friday 17.45-18.45 START DATE LEVEL 22 Apr RAD Grade 5 plus COST CODE £61 B1

Richard Lang MA UKCP 12 weeks – last class 12 July Half-term 28 June Experience being in your own skin and moving to your own inner rhythm… Whether you’ve always danced – or always yearned to – Five Rhythms™ offers a wonderful opportunity to experience yourself in motion, in a totally non-judgmental and uncritical environment. You will learn to feel good about the way you move, about your body, and your means of expressing your feelings. Wear loose, comfortable clothing you can move in. Bring water to drink. DAY TIME Tuesday 19.00-20.30 START DATE LEVEL 19 Apr All levels COST CODE £108 F1

SALSA Marcia Magliari Dip DMT 13 weeks – last class 21 July Half-term 2 June DAY TIME Thursday 20.20-21.20 START DATE LEVEL 21 Apr Advanced COST CODE £79 SA2

If you like Latin rhythms this is the class for you! Salsa offers a physical and mental challenge where you will focus on technique and body movement, learn several choreographies and dance La Salsa Cubana. Come on your own or with a partner. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and flexible shoes – but not trainers!

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CLASSES

PILATES Beginners Course This course will introduce Pilates principles during the first session and then will cover basic Pilates exercises thereafter. Beginners/Improvers Basic exercises with more advanced options for those who have been studying Pilates for longer. Pilates principles will be reviewed in the first session. Improvers Suitable for those who have been at beginners’ level for more than 3 terms or by agreement with the class teacher. The programme offers a mixture of basic Pilates exercises with progressions to take students up to intermediate level exercises. Intermediate Induction Introducing intermediate exercises and preparing improvers to progress to intermediate level Intermediate and Advanced These classes are suitable for students without injuries and illnesses and by agreement with the class teacher. NB: Certain health problems could preclude participation in the classes.

The reason our Pilates classes are always full is not just because we have excellent instructors – it’s because Pilates really does work! Our students come back term after term and report more energy, reduced back pain and better posture. Book early to secure your place – you won’t regret it!

Tutors

Amanda Brosnan Body Control Pilates, Body Control Reformer, Back4Good Practitioner; Level 4 Specialist Instructor (Register of Exercise Professionals); BackCare Professional Shashin Gajjar Body Control Pilates, Level 3 Osteoporosis Teacher, Matwork Specialist, Supervising Teacher

Sarah Hilton Body Control Pilates, Pilates Matwork and Reformer

Pilates, Level 3 Osteoporosis Specialist, Matwork Specialist, Supervising Teacher

Rachel Luck Modern Pilates I, II & III,

Body Control Pilates, Modern Pilates I, II & III, Gordon Thomson’s Body Control Reformer, Cadillac and Wundachair, BACR Phase IV Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Instructor

PILATES ON THE BALL Rachel Luck 13 weeks - last class on 19 July Half-term 31 May The exercise ball is a wonderful Pilates tool for improving core strength and developing the abdominal and back muscles. Exercising ‘on the ball’ – which continually moves slightly beneath you as you work – can also increase overall flexibility and mobility. And it’s such fun to do! (You will need to provide your own ball.) DAY

TIME

START DATE

Tuesday

09.15-10.15

19 Apr

Rachel Luck Pilates Instructor

LEVEL COST CODE

All levels £117

PLB1

CLASSES

PILATES

13 weeks - last classes w/c 18 July 12 weeks for P2 - no class on 2 May 10 weeks for P25 & P23, no classes on 2 May, 6 & 13 June Half-term w/c 30 May (SG’s classes half-term w/c 6 June)

DAY

TIME

LEVEL

START

TUTOR

COST

CODE

Mon Mon Mon Tues

09.30-10.30 17.30-18.30 18.00-19.00 09.00-10.00

18 Apr 18 Apr 18 Apr 19 Apr

SG SH SG AB

£90 £108 £90 £117

P25 P2 P23 P29

Tues Tues Tues Tues Tues Tues Tues Tues Tues Wed Wed Wed Wed Thurs Thurs Thurs Thurs Thurs

10.00-11.00 10.30-11.30 11.15-12.15 12.30-13.30 18.00-19.00 19.15-20.15 19.15-20.15 20.15-21.15 20.30-21.30 09.15-10.15 11.00-12.00 12.30-13.30 17.45-18.45 10.00-11.00 11.15-12.15 17.30-18.30 18.00-19.00 19.00-20.00

Intermediate Induction Improvers Improvers Beginners/Improvers/ Mature Movers Improvers Improvers Improvers Beginners Improvers Improvers Improvers Intermediate Men only Beginners/Improvers Improvers Beginners Course Improvers Improvers Improvers Improvers Beginners Course Intermediate Induction

19 Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 20 Apr 20 Apr 20 Apr 20 Apr 21 Apr 21 Apr 21 Apr 21 Apr 21 Apr

AB RL SG SG AB SG AB SG AB RL AB SG AB RL RL AB SG SG

£117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117 £117

P4 P5 P33 P31 P6 P34 P7 P35 P8 P9 P10 P38 P12 P13 P14 P15 P36 P37

Fri Fri Fri Fri

09.30-10.30 10.45-11.45 11.00-12.00 12.15-13.15

Advanced Improvers Improvers Beginners/Improvers

22 Apr 22 Apr 22 Apr 22 Apr

SG SG AB AB

£117 £117 £117 £117

P20 P40 P21 P22

We recommend that you bring your own mat.

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CLASSES “I started doing Pilates at the Letchworth Centre two years ago. It has really helped my lower back pain and

Sarah Hilton Pilates Tutor

my posture has really improved. The tutor explains everything very clearly. I highly recommend Pilates to everyone!” - Student

PILATES DESIGNED FOR OSTEOPOROSIS & OSTEOPENIA Shashin Gajjar 13 weeks – last classes w/c 18 July Half-term w/c 6 June

As well as teaching exercises from the Pilates repertoire which are known to increase bone density, this new course will help you understand how to move safely in your daily life and within an exercising context. You will also gain a better understanding of your condition, learn to identify vulnerable areas of your body, and to interpret those sometimes confusing Dexi scans. You will need to provide us with your T Score and medical permission before enrolling for this course. DAY Tuesday Friday

TIME START DATE COST CODE 13.30-14.30 19 Apr £117 P0S1 12.00-13.00 22 Apr £117 P0S2

SPECIAL CARE PILATES Rachel Luck 13 weeks – last class on 19 July Half-term 31 May This is a gentle, slow-moving class with plenty of time to focus on special conditions that may make exercise difficult. DAY Tuesday

TIME START DATE COST CODE 11.45-12.45 19 Apr £117 PSP1

YOGA

Why do Yoga? For one thing – it makes you feel good! It keeps you flexible and improves your stamina. It stretches your muscles, helps still your mind, improves concentration and boosts self-confidence. People report that they sleep better, experience fewer episodes of back strain and have less frequent headaches. 13 weeks - last classes w/c 18 July 12 weeks for Monday classes – no class on 2 May 11 weeks for CR’s classes – no classes on 20, 27 May and 3 June Half-term w/c 30 May We recommend that you bring your own mat.

DAY Mon Mon Wed Thurs Thurs Thurs Fri Fri Sat

TIME 18.00-19.30 19.30-21.00 20.00-21.30 13.00-14.30 18.15-19.45 20.00-21.15 09.15-10.45 11.00-12.30 08.45-10.15

LEVEL All levels All levels All levels All levels Beginners/Improvers All levels All levels All levels All levels

DAY Mon Mon Mon Mon Wed Wed Thurs

TIME 09.10-10.40 10.45-12.15 19.00-20.30 20.40-22.10 09.10-10.40 10.45-12.15 18.50-20.20

LEVEL Experienced Experienced Experienced Experienced Experienced Experienced Experienced

TUTORS Julie Brunton BSY Alison Fairchild BWY Helen Flower BWY Sarah Harris BWY RT FCT, NLP Master Prac Pranayama & Meditation Module

Carole Richardson BA(Hons) FAETC BWY Lorraine Woods

START 18 Apr 18 Apr 20 Apr 21 Apr 21 Apr 21 Apr 22 Apr 22 Apr 23 Apr

START 18 Apr 18 Apr 18 Apr 18 Apr 20 Apr 20 Apr 21 Apr

TUTOR SH SH SH JB AF HF CR CR SH

COST £85 £85 £92 £92 £92 £92 £78 £78 £92

TUTOR LW LW LW LW LW LW LW

COST £7 per session £7 per session £7 per session £7 per session £7 per session £7 per session £7 per session

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CODE Y3 Y4 Y11 Y12 Y19 Y18 Y14 Y15 Y16

IYENGAR YOGA

Thelma McNairn MA Hons Dip ED IYTA 10 weeks – last class 14 July No classes on 2, 9 and 16 June

Iyengar Yoga, developed by Yoga Master BKS Iyengar, is characterised by precision and alignment and uses props such as blocks and belts to ensure that maximum benefit is gained from each posture whilst ensuring absolute safety. We recommend that you bring your own mat. DAY Thursday

TIME 10.00-11.30

START DATE 21 Apr

LEVEL Beginners & general

COST CODE £71 IY2

A GENTLER FORM OF YOGA

- two special classes which combine posture, breath work and relaxation.

GENTLE YOGA Anne Hill YHF, Biomedical Trust, Yoga Therapist with the CNHC, BW module Living with Cancer

10 weeks – last class 7 July Half-term 2 & 9 June For anyone with restricted movement or for those who prefer to work at a slower pace in a smaller class. DAY Thursday

TIME START DATE COST CODE 14.00-15.15 21 Apr £71 GY1

RESTORATIVE YOGA

Thursday class - Anne Hill YHF, Biomedical Trust, Yoga Therapist with the CNHC, BW module Living with Cancer Saturday class - Dr Neelam Taneja PhD, Member IAYT, Fellow (retired) RSM, London 10 weeks Thursday class half-term 2 & 9 June – last class 7 July Saturday class half-term 4 June – last class 2 July For people living with cancer, with chronic conditions such as ME or MS, with breathing disorders, mental health issues or with restricted movement. DAY TIME START DATE COST CODE Thursday 16.00-17.15 21 Apr £71 RY2 Saturday 11.15-12.30 23 Apr £71 RY1

MINDFULNESS YOGA & GENTLE EXERCISE Dr Neelam Taneja PhD, Member IAYT, Fellow (retired) RSM, London, Accredited teacher in Mindfulness and Meditation 10 weeks – last class 30 June Half-term 2 June This programme uses Mindfulness Yoga and gentle exercise to help you stay healthier for longer. It is a perfect all round balance for all your other activities and is suitable for all abilities. * Held at St Christopher School Barrington Road, Letchworth

DAY Thursday 14

TIME START DATE COST CODE 19.00-20.15 21 Apr £71 YGE1

CLASSES

POST NATAL YOGA & BABY MASSAGE

ANTE NATAL YOGA

Tracey Luggeri Accredited Yoga Birth Teacher 12 weeks - last class 18 July – no class on 2 May Half-term 30 May Gentle Yoga exercises during pregnancy can promote health and lead to a more confident birth. In this popular class you will learn postures which strengthen, give flexibility and release tension and how to use hypno-breathing techniques. You will be supported by a community of other mothersto-be over tea and a chat. This is an ongoing class for which you can book at any point at a pro-rata cost.

Tracey Luggeri Accredited Yoga Birth Teacher

Please bring a Yoga mat. DAY

TIME

START DATE COST CODE

Monday 19.15-21.15 18 Apr

£91

PY1

YOGA FOR TEENS

Jacqueline Edelman Cert Yoga Bugs, Yoga’d Up and Anusara Inspired Yoga Teacher

13 weeks – last class 19 July Half-term 31 May DAY TIME START DATE Tuesday 18.00-19.00 19 Apr COST CODE £83 YK3 These Yoga sessions for teenagers (12-16 yrs) combine traditional Yoga postures with breathing and relaxation exercises to improve concentration, help regulate sleep patterns and maintain natural flexibility.

Learn to massage your baby and provide a loving, fun and positive interaction that has been proven to nurture a baby’s health and development. One hour of post-natal Yoga will follow to exercise and strengthen your core muscles and ease tightness in your shoulders and upper back. The class includes relaxation, refreshments & chat. Wear an old t-shirt, bring a towel and an organic base oil such as grapeseed, olive, or sunflower (avoid nut oils).

DAY TIME Monday 10.45-12.30 START DATE 18 Apr 5 weeks (No class on 2 May) COST CODE £43 BMPN1 DAY TIME Monday 10.45-12.30 START DATE 6 June 6 weeks COST CODE £52 BMPN2

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DROP-IN PROGRAMMES For the over 50s

For People with Parkinson’s

For Carers Saibhung Kaur Yoga Teacher

Singing Group Alternate Tuesdays 14:00-15:00 An afternoon of song and fun for those with Parkinson’s and their carers. Followed by tea and biscuits.

Rosehill Singers

Mondays 14:00-15:00 followed by tea & biscuits. For anyone who loves to sing, this friendly group meets with its own musical director to sing popular songs around the piano. Tea and biscuits follow with time to chat.

COST £3 per session.

Carers’ Yoga

Fridays 14.00-15.00 A weekly drop-in Kundalini Yoga class for carers followed by an opportunity for chatting over tea and biscuits. COST £5 per session

COST £3.50 per session.

T’ai Chi for Falls Prevention Mondays 12:30 – 13:30

T’ai Chi is an ancient form of gentle stylised movement well known for its ability to strengthen leg muscles, improve balance, still the mind and enhance general health. COST £5 per session 16

SUMMER CLASSES °µÈ· AUGUST (SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS)

Workshops See website for full details. APRIL Wednesday, 6 April 19.30 Adult ADHD: New Understandings

Lunchtime Talks

13.00-14.00 Admission is free but advance booking required. Tuesday, 3 May Arthritis: finding help from Homeopathy

Wednesday, 13 April 19.30 Aspergers’ & Autistic Spectrum Problems in Adults

Tuesday, 10 May Respiratory problems: finding help from Homeopathy

Sunday, 24 April 14.00-16.30 Laughter Yoga

Tuesday, 17 May Children’s Illnesses: finding help from Homeopathy

MAY Sunday, 1 May 14.00-16.30 Non-Violent Communication Sunday, 22 May 14.00-16.30 Laughter Yoga Wednesday, 25 May 14.00-16.00 T’ai Chi for Beginners Sunday, 29 May 14.00-16.30 Non-Violent Communication JUNE Sunday, 19 June 14.00-16.30 Laughter Yoga

Tuesday, 24 May Hard to treat problems: finding help from Homeopathy Monday, 6 June Self-help I: the Alternative First Aid Kit Monday, 13 June Self-help II: the Alternative First Aid Kit Tuesday, 21 June Massage Demystified I: how it works and how (and what) it helps

Sunday, 26 June 10.00-17.00 Mindfulness and the Brain Part 1

Tuesday, 28 June Massage Demystified II: the different types of Massage

JULY Sunday, 3 July 10.00-17.00 Mindfulness and the Brain Part II

Tuesday, 5 July Massage Demystified III: what is Clinical Massage?

Sunday, 10 July 10.00-15.00 Meditation for Everyday Wellbeing

Tuesday, 12 July Sound Healing: what is it and what can it help?

Sunday, 17 July 09.30-12.30 T’ai Chi & Alexander Technique

Tuesday, 19 July Stress and Reflexology

NEW EVENING TALKS

Two important talks on Wednesday evenings by internationally-known psychologist Dr Phil Mollon starting at 19:30 and ending at approximately 21.30. Wednesday, 6 April Adult ADHD: New Understandings Wednesday, 13 April Asperger’s & Autistic Spectrum Problems in Adults

Admission is free but advance booking is recommended

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CLASSES

WEEK AT A GLANCE MONDAYS 09.10-10.40 09.30-10.30 10.45-12.15 10.45-12.30 12.30-13.30 14.00-15.00 17.30-18.30 18.00-19.30 18.00-19.00 19.00-20.30 19.15-21.15 19.30-21.00 20.40-22.10

Yoga Pilates Yoga Baby Massage & Post Natal Yoga T’ai Chi Drop-in Rosehill Singers Pilates Yoga Pilates Yoga Pre-Natal Yoga Yoga Yoga

TUESDAYS 09.00-10.00 09.15-10.15 09.45-11.00 10.00-11.00 10.30-11.30 11.15-12.30 11.15-12.15 11.45-12.45 12.30-13.30 13.30-14.30 17.15-18.45 18.00-19.00 18.00-19.00 18.30-19.30 19.00-20.30 19.00-20.15 19.15-20.15 19.15-20.15 20.15-21.15 20.30-21.30 20.30-22.00

Pilates Pilates on the Ball Alexander Technique Pilates Pilates Moving Mindfully Pilates Special Care Pilates Pilates Pilates designed for Osteoporosis & Osteopenia T’ai Chi Yoga for Teens Pilates Pranayama-based Meditation Five RhythmsTM Meditation for Inner Peace* Pilates Pilates Pilates Pilates T’ai Chi

*Class held at St Christopher School Barrington Road, Letchworth

WEDNESDAYS 09.10-10.40 09.15-10.15 10.45-12.15 11.00-12.00 12.30-13.30 17.45-18.45 18.45-20.00 19.00-20.00 19.30-21.30 20.00-21.30 20.15-21.30

Yoga Pilates Yoga Pilates Pilates Pilates Alexander Technique Zumba Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Yoga Moving Mindfully

THURSDAYS 10.00-11.30 10.00-11.00 11.15-12.15 11.45-12.45 13.00-14.30 14.00-15.15 16.00-17.15 17.30-18.30 18.00-19.00 18.15-19.45 18.50-20.20 19.00-20.00 19.00-20.15 20.00-21.15 20.20-21.20 20.00-21.30

Iyengar Yoga Pilates Pilates Special Care Exercise Yoga Gentle Yoga Restorative Yoga Pilates Pilates Yoga Yoga Pilates Mindfulness Yoga & Gentle Exercise* Yoga Salsa T’ai Chi

*Class held at St Christopher School Barrington Road, Letchworth

FRIDAYS 09.15-10.45 09.30-10.30 10.45-11.45 11.00-12.00 11.00-12.30 12.00-13.00 12.15-13.15 15.45-16.15 16.15-17.00 17.00-17.45 17.45-18.45

Yoga Pilates Pilates Pilates Yoga Pilates designed for Osteoporosis & Osteopenia Pilates Mummy & Me Grade 1 Ballet Grade 2 Ballet Ballet for Adults

19.00-21.30 Mindful Self-Compassion

SATURDAYS 08.30-09.30 08.45-10.15 09.00-09.30 09.30-10.00 09.30-10.30 10.00-10.30 10.30-11.15 11.15-12.00 11.15-12.30 12.00-12.45 12.45-13.30

Keep Fit Yoga Baby Ballet 2 ¾ -3yrs Pre-Primary Ballet 4yrs Zumba Pre-Primary Ballet 5yrs Grade 1 Ballet 6yrs Grade 1 Ballet 7yrs Restorative Yoga Grade 2 Ballet 8yrs Grade 3 Ballet 9+yrs

Useful Information The Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living Rosehill Hospital, Hitchin Road, Letchworth, Hertfordshire SG6 3NA Charity Registration No. 295219 Established 1984

Tel 01462 678804 Website www.letchworthcentre.org Email healthyliving@letchworthcentre.org Established 1984 Opening hours Mondays to Fridays 09.00-20.30 Saturdays 09.00-15.30

Term begins week of 18 April 2016. No classes 2 May Term ends week of 18 July Half-term week of 30 May Refunds Once term has begun, refunds for classes can only be given in exceptional circumstances and will be subject to a ÂŁ20 administration fee. All refund requests must be made in writing. If you are refunded during the course of the term your place is then cancelled and offered to the next person on the waiting list. Priority status is then transferred to them. Concessions are available on some classes. Proof of entitlement will be required upon enrolment. Access Our building is over 100 years old and unfortunately its physical layout restricts access in certain areas for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues. Please advise us in advance if you have any specific additional requirements/needs and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Hitchin Garden Centre I ITCH 5H

A50

To Hitchin, Luton & M1

AD N RO

A50

Norton Way Sth

To Letchworth Town Centre

Head of Classes Fiona Wallace Head of Counselling Gillian Marchant Events Manager Jaqui Derrick

To Baldock & Cambridge

Church

5 Willian Way

To Stotfold & Bedford (A600, A507)

The Broadway

To Letchworth Town Centre

Founder/Director Roberta Meldrum

A1(M) North

We are here We are on the A505 opposite Hitchin Garden Centre

Junction 9 A1(M) South

You can now book online at www.letchworthcentre.org

Enrolment Form

Online booking available

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