Mindfulness

‘Give yourself permission to allow this moment to be exactly as it is and to allow yourself to be exactly as you are’ Jon Kabat Zinn

Mindfulness Courses

I run Group Mindfulness Courses 3 times a year, spring, autumn, and winter. The courses last for 8 weeks and can be completed in two 4 week blocks if preferred. The courses run at various locations in Hope, Bamford and Hathersage. Find out how to manage stress, quieten head chatter and be more present in every day life. The course is rooted in the Rinzai Zen tradition.

In this course you will learn how to cope with stress in a different way. We will discuss health topics that impact our nervous system and learn how mindfulness can help reduce stress and find new ways of coping with lifes challenges. The theory is very simple but the effects are profound when we learn to become more present and recognise what is happening for us in any situation.

The cost of the course:

4 weeks £115
8 weeks £200
Payment is in advance, either the full cost of £200 before the first session, or one payment of £115 before the first session and another payment of £115 before the 5th session.

Course Topics:

Week 1 – What is Mindfulness/ Meditation
Week 2 – Stress
Week3 – physical pain
Week 4 – emotional pain (anxiety and depression)
Week – 5 role stress
Week – 6 taking care of yourself . (mindful movement intro)
Week – 7 Elevated Function
Week – 8 Changing your life!

Please do contact me with any questions or concerns to find out more about how I can help you.

My next course will be starting on Thursday 2nd May. It will run every Thursday evening, from 7.30pm – 9pm for 8 weeks. (However, please note there won’t be a session on 30th May).

It will take place at The Bell Room, Hathersage.

Will I be able to join in if have a physical condition which means certain positions are unmanangeable for me?

All the meditation practices on the course can be done sitting on a chair , walking standing or lieing down . we would find a posture that works for you . Dont let physical pain be a barrier to your practice . There is always another way!

Will I get benefit if my head is noisey all the time?

Absolutely! Most people have head chatter while meditating even Buddha himself had a noisy mind at times. You WILL still get the benefits of mediation even on a noisy day .With time the monkey mind settles and the noise gets quieter .

How will I know if I am doing the practice right?

You can not get it wrong ! Some days will feel easier than others depending on the kind of day we are having but if you keep bringing your awareness back when it starts to wander as best you can then you are doing the practice correctly . All this will be explained to you.

Mindfulness Menu

One to One Mindfulness Session

A relaxing and empowering session where we will explore what your main priority is for your physical and emotional well-being. We will then use a range of Mindfulness techniques which will give you the tools to use to cope with whatever life throws your way.

1 Hour £60

8 Week One to One Mindfulness Course for Health and Well-Being

Perhaps you prefer to work on your own; perhaps you simply can’t make it to the face to face course. Here we will follow the same course as my Group Session but we can personalise it depending on your personal circumstances. A great way to both learn about Mindfulness but also to develop yourself personally in a confidential, one to one, caring environment. Available face to face or online.

8 x 60mins. £400

8 Week Mindfulness Group Course for Health and Well-Being

This course wille provide you with the tools to deal with stress and anxiety, and life in general, in a new way. Each week we will discuss a different topic relevant to health and well-being, (e.g. role stress, anxiety and depression) and you will learn about Mindfulness in depth. Each session will also include different Mindfulness Meditations and Relaxations. Work in a small group situation and learn from other people’s experiences as well as your own.

8 x 1 hour 30mins. £200

Seasonal Mindfulness Workshop

Suitable for everyone from the beginner to the experienced. Come along to our seasonal sessions throughout the year and enjoy a topical look at Mindfulness.

We will explore a relevant seasonal topic and how it relates to Mindfulness. You will learn some techniques and tools to help you cope with whatever life throws at you at this time of year.

Session content will vary but will always include some discussion on aspects of Mindfulness and Meditation and also a 30 minute, deeply relaxing Mindfulness Practice.

Refreshments available.

This is a perfect opportunity for you to try Mindfulness in a caring and non-threatening environment to see if you are interested in taking your practice further.

1 hour 30mins approx. £20

Drop in sessions for everyone from beginners to the experienced

Suitable for everyone who has experienced mindfulness training. Come along to our Drop in sessions either regularly or as a stand-alone – anything goes!

These sessions are more relaxed, and are primarily an opportunity for you to relax and to switch off from everyday life, and have a warm drink with like-minded people afterwards.

Content may vary, but will always include a 30 minute, deeply relaxing Mindfulness Practice, plus the opportunity to ask any questions you might have about your own practice.

This is a perfect opportunity for you to try Mindfulness in a caring and non-threatening environment to see if you are interested in taking your practice further.

1 hr 15 mins approx. £9

Recent Comments

What an experience this course is! Changes your outlook on life and gives you a sense of peace and wellbeing! Highly recommend.

-Lesley

I learnt how to breathe properly, centre myself & the sense of peace & calm after your meditation session is incredible. Highly recommend it to anyone. Thanks Alison for being such a great teacher x

-Zoe