Brief Description

The foundational elements of Ballroom dancing will be taught, focusing on additional elements of Waltz, Quickstep, and Social Foxtrot, will be taught, building on the foundations laid down in the beginners’ course.

By the end of the course you will be able to perform (to music) an amalgamation of fundamental figures in each dance. You will have been exposed to some general principles of effective ballroom dancing.

Depending on your personal rate of progression, you will have acquired an understanding of how the gentleman indicates his intent over the course of a dance, and the manner in which the lady attends to this indication and responds.

Mostly, it’s fun!

This course is aimed towards couples. This simply means two people; same gender is welcome, in this instance one person will need to lead in the traditional ‘male’ role and one as ‘female’ role. If you would like to enrol as a sole booking the office will take your details and will contact you if more learners enquire individually. In this instance you will be given the opportunity to trial the class together.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Athletic ability is required: the course is not suitable for those who are motion impaired. This course is in its second term so some experience is needed. Contact the office with queries and the tutor will contact you to check suitability.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course you will have the opportunity to:
• Complete an amalgamation of fundamental figures in Waltz, Social Foxtrot, Cha cha, and Rumba.
• Understand the principles of inside and outside of turn as applied to Waltz and Social Foxtrot.
• Understand the difference between heel leads, and steps taken on ball of foot.
• Have a basic grasp of Cuban hip action, as applied in Cha cha and Rumba.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Ballroom dancing is an athletic activity. Please wear clothing and footwear in which you are comfortable running about. It is beneficial if the sole of your shoe has some flex to it. In the beginning a low heel is best for the female.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The aim is to run a continuation course.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This is a one day course (six hours) run by colleges as a Saturday School and delivered to organisations during the working week. The rich subject material will help parents and professionals alike come to a greater understanding of child development as seen from a psychological perspective.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience or knowledge necessary.

Learning Outcomes:

Attachment and Bonding
• How bonding occurs and how our attachment style affects our relationships.
How we Learn
• How do we actually learn things? Memory and attention. Reinforcement.
Social Learning Theory Group Psychology. Social Positioning
• How we form social ties.
Developmental Disorders
• What actually is Autism? How is it described in the DSM V?
Language
• How does Language develop? The components of language. Dyslexia.
Moral Development
• What is the difference between moral and ethical behaviour? from where? Kohlbergs theory.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the session you will need to bring:

Writing pad and pen

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you on future courses or day schools.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This course will teach you how to use a group of COSMETICS including face powder, lipstick, mascara, eyebrow pencil, eye shadow, and eye liner that are used to enhance a person’s appearance.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:
• Understand Basic hygiene routine before applying make up
• Learn different skin tones and face shapes
• Familiarise with different brushes and make up tools and products
• Learn application of different products and their benefits
• Demonstrate make up skill step by step

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

The £20 for the cost will cover materials/resources for the course. No extra fees.

For the first session you will need to bring:

• A notebook to make notes
• If you prefer to use your make up and brushes
• Tea towel and headband (if you have one)

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

No extended courses are confirmed at this stage but the office welcomes suggestions for further learning.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

This five-week course will encourage learners to develop and explore the causes and symptoms of anxiety in a supportive environment, with the emphasis on creating individual plans to manage and work through situations that provoke anxiety.
This course is also suitable to family members who would like to learn more about this topic.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Explore the types, causes and symptoms of anxiety.
• Develop individual coping strategies.
• Explore the importance of lifestyle changes that can improve and enhance wellbeing.
• Know how to access appropriate help during, and after the course has ended.

About Your Tutor:

Carolyn Nilsen is an experienced tutor with a lifelong interest in supporting people living with depression.
Carolyn has a background in nursing, mental health, and learning disabilities.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Writing materials.

Brief Description:

This five-week course will encourage learners to develop and explore the causes and symptoms of anxiety in a supportive environment, with the emphasis on creating individual plans to manage and work through situations that provoke anxiety.
This course is also suitable to family members who would like to learn more about this topic.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Explore the types, causes and symptoms of anxiety.
• Develop individual coping strategies.
• Explore the importance of lifestyle changes that can improve and enhance wellbeing.
• Know how to access appropriate help during, and after the course has ended.

About Your Tutor:

Carolyn Nilsen is an experienced tutor with a lifelong interest in supporting people living with depression.
Carolyn has a background in nursing, mental health, and learning disabilities.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Writing materials.

Brief Description:

You will start practicing beginner level exercises to help improve posture, mobility, muscular strength and breathing technique. Each session will aim to build and develop from the previous session. This workout is designed to help you develop leaner, longer-looking muscles, establish core strength and stability and heighten mind-body awareness.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

This will be the third term so you will need to have some experience. The tutor will be happy to advise you if the course is suitable.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Enhance body awareness
• Improve muscle strength
• Learn breathing technique
• Improve posture

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Comfortable clothing that you can move in, trainers, socks and a bottle of water.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Pilates Improvers in September
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Pilates Improvers incorporate exercises to help improve posture, mobility, muscular strength and breathing technique. Each session will aim to build and develop on from the previous session. This workout is designed to help participants develop leaner, longer-looking muscles, establish core strength and stability and heighten mind-body awareness.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

20-30 hours tuition

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Enhance body awareness
• Improve muscle strength
• Learn breathing technique
• Improve posture

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Comfortable clothing that you can move in, trainers and water bottle.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This course will focus on a simple and compact T’ai Chi form consisting of 4 ‘modular ‘ elements that can be practised in a small space at varying levels of complexity along with supporting exercises.
The course will include tuition in:
• The 4 ‘modules’ of the form.
• Combinations of the modules in various levels of complexity including a seated variant
• Associated exercises (Chi Kung) to explore basic principles, posture and breathing.
• Stepping patterns
• An introduction to T’ai Chi partner work.
This is an ideal way to start learning T’ai chi encompassing key principles in a simple and accessible package. Once learnt the form can be performed in a small space such as an average sized sitting room and is suitable for people of all abilities and experience.
Further information that may help you before attending is available in the document ‘Enjoying your first class’ available for download via www.cambridgetaichi.co.uk
There is a health questionnaire to complete before the first lesson. This will be sent out with confirmation of your booking.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience or knowledge is required.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course participants will have the opportunity to:
• Develop an overview of the first half of the 24 Step form and associated exercises
• Develop an understanding of key principles
• Begin a home practice for stress relief and well-being
• Improve posture and breathing

About Your Tutor:

Mike Tabrett has over 30 years’ experience in these arts. He is an honorary vice-president of the T’ai Chi Union for Great Britain, has experience of training both T’ai Chi teachers and health care professionals and is a qualified Chinese Massage and Acupressure practitioner. He works extensively with local and national health care institutions. He also trains in other martial arts. He teaches Yang and Chen style T’ai Chi Chuan in all aspects and a variety of Chi Kung.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Loose clothing and soft shoes. Further information that may help you before attending is available in the document ‘Enjoying Your First Class’ available for download via www.cambridgetaichi.co.uk
Your health questionnaire – you can also return this by email.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

There are classes available teaching other sequences and further developing the art.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

This course will work with a range of simple exercises associated with the art of Chi Kung, without the need to learn a complicated sequence of movements. These exercises integrate breathing, posture and meditation into flowing practices that help to promote good physical and mental health and stress release. Students are encouraged to work at their own pace in a calm and non-competitive environment. All of the exercises are performed standing. Individual adaptations according to needs and abilities are possible.
The exercises are drawn from a variety of traditional sources including T’ai Chi Chuan itself.
This course is appropriate for Beginners or those with more experience. New people are welcome at any time.
Further information that may help you before attending is available in the document ‘Enjoying your first Class’ available for download via www.cambridgetaichi.co.uk
There is a health questionnaire to complete before the first lesson. This will be sent out with confirmation of your booking.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience or knowledge is required.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course participants will have the opportunity to:

• Develop an understanding of key principles
• Become familiar with the basic exercise set
• Begin a home practice for stress relief and wellbeing
• Improve posture and breathing
• Deepen your understanding of physical, energetic and meditational aspects of the art (returning learners)

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Loose clothing and soft shoes. Further information that may help you before attending is available in the document ‘Enjoying your first Class’ available for download via www.cambridgetaichi.co.uk
Your health questionnaire – you can also return this by email.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

There are many avenues to explore from this course.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

This day will focus on the meditative elements of the Chinese ‘Internal’ arts (T’ai Chi Chuan & Chi Kung) using both exercises drawn from T’ai Chi and sitting meditation techniques; sitting meditation can be practised either on a cushion or a chair. You will learn simple examples of both to help you explore how mind and body can benefit from this practise. No previous experience is necessary – though those with some background in either of the disciplines will benefit too.

If you have any queries about the course your tutor Mike Tabrett  can be contacted on 01223 503390 or Mike@grey-heron.com

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:
Practise both moving and sitting meditation techniques.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

No extra costs, please do wear loose / comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.
Please also bring a Packed Lunch for the day.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A firm cushion if you wish to sit on the floor. A packed lunch.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you on other courses and workshops.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

THIS COURSE STARTS EARLIER IN THE SUMMER TERM

NO CLASS ON 2ND MAY

Brief Description:

The course focuses on learning how to identify and release tension in body, breathing and mind through the practice of yoga postures, breathing exercises and meditation. The aim of the course is to improve the flow of energy in the body to promote physical good health and mental well-being. It is suitable for all abilities, including beginners.
There is a health questionnaire to complete before the first lesson. This will be sent out with confirmation of your booking.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience needed. All ages (19+) and abilities are welcome.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 10 week course you will have the opportunity to:

• Learn how to release and relax physical tensions and mental stress.
• Develop your awareness of body, breath and mind.
• Improve health and well-being.
• Gain some awareness of the philosophy underpinning physical yoga practice.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

Please provide your own yoga mat (buy from bigger supermarkets or sports shops: £5-15)

For the first session you will need to bring….

A yoga mat. Please wear comfortable loose clothing. Your health questionnaire – you can also return this by email.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Further continuing yoga practice, including more in-depth study of yoga philosophy and meditation.

The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.