Suitable for anybody interested in developing their practise in ashtanga yoga using breath, bandas and asanas to cleanse, refresh and relax the body and mind. Please bring a mat with you if you have one, otherwise there are some available. £5.00 per session, drop in Contact Gladey: 07505 353390

Come and shape up, learn self-defence. Forget the gym, this stimulates the mind, body and spirit. Wutan is a traditional Chinese Martial Art School Founded in the Republic of China over 50 years ago. The structure of the class develops the students discipline, relieves stress, focuses the mind, and builds a sense of group camaraderie. It is a fascinating art, with an ancient history, that still fulfils the needs of the modern person. Beginners classes cost £5 for 1.5 hous.

Contact Details:
Telephone: 07759 583 688 (Sarah)
E-mail: seniorinstructor@bristol-wutan.co.uk

The group aims to offer a warm and supportive atmosphere for women to train together, get fit, learn about kickboxing and self defence. Kickboxing is a fast and fun way to learn self defence and develop confidence. It improves fitness and co-ordination, tones muscles and sharpens reflexes. The class is for women only where a friendly and supportive atmosphere is encouraged. Beginners most welcome - cost £4.50 for 1 hour.

Contact Details:
Telephone: 07759 583 688 (Sarah)
E-mail: seniorinstructor@bristol-wutan.co.uk

10-11am every Monday, gentle hatha yoga suitable for beginners and intermediate. All welcome. Classes are £5.00 per session Classes do not run during school holidays Contact Details: Email: gladeyrowan@yahoo.co.uk

Small friendly classes where individual needs can be taken into account. The yoga is taught to suit all bodies regardless of age, fitness, injury etc. Sue has over ten years of teaching experience.
Drop in £10 waged / £6 benefits.
If you book and pay for a block in advance the costs are equivalent to £8/£5.
Please contact me to let me know you are coming especially if you have any injury or health issue. Classes usually break for school and bank holidays.

Contact Details:
Telephone: (0117) 377 9638
Website: http://www.inneryoga.org.uk/teachers/bristol.htm

Paul has spent 30 years involved in theatre and movement work, as an actor and director. He is now a Dramatherapist, bringing together his skills and experience of the theatre with his interest in awareness, integration and communication. He trained at London’s Central School of Speech & Drama, in the Sesame/Jungian approach. He specialises in the healing power of story and myth, and works with a range of clients and age-groups – currently with psychiatric in-patients in Bristol. (He is registered with the Health Professionals Council.)

Pilates is a gentle but effective way of stretching and strengthening the body, its uses slow movements to help release tension and improve body awareness and alignment. Pilates is suitable for all ages and abilities.

Contact Details:

For term dates and prices please contact Joanna on 07747 692010 or e-mail jopilates@yahoo.co.uk

A chance to: Have fun, learn about your body and how it moves. Be creative with your dance & gain confidence in expressing yourself, whatever yourself is. For girls, 11-16 years, open to all levels of dance experience. £3/per class. Attending for the full 6 weeks is recommended. Contact: mirachd@yahoo.com

Contact: gladeyrowan@yahoo.co.uk

I teach the 8 week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course established by Jon Kabat-Zinn over 30 years ago, which is delivered in an interactive, participatory, collaborative style, using meditation and experiential awareness techniques, plus some gentle yoga exercises. No previous experience of meditation is necessary and the course is suitable for people of any age or background wishing to engage creatively with causes of stress, anxiety and unhappiness. The cost is £150 To book a space email: GetBetter@BeingMindful.Me More information available at www.BeingMindful.Me

These classes are an ideal introduction for those wanting to try Pilates for the first time or those who have done Pilates in the past but who would like a refresher. Pilates is beneficial for general fitness, specific health conditions and most of all for your overall well-being. It helps correct postural alignment and facilitates fluidity of movement, thereby enhancing grace and coordination. Matt Cost of the class is £3 - first class free tel: 07837 708328 email. info@pilatesmatt.co.uk www.pilatesmatt.co.uk

Hatha Yoga for beginners, working with different postures and on a different area each week. All welcome. Class runs on a drop in basis at £7 per class or sign up for 6 classes and pay £36. Contact Lucy on 07852925635 or lucygoldsack2001@yahoo.co.uk

Music group for 18 months to 3 years, with mummy/daddy or carer Sign up for 6 weeks, 1 trial session. £4 per child £6 for two children with 1 parent. Contact Details: Email: clicketysticksmusic@gmail.com

Public Speaking and Beyond. This is an amazing course for confidence building, developing spontaneity and creativity, and really enjoying yourself – a real antidote to a stressful day at work.

Contact Details:

E-mail: julia@flirtwithlife.co.uk

Contact: nicola.ley@gmail.com

Wing Tsun Kuen is a fascinating and practical Chinese fighting art with concepts evolved from ancient Taoist thought. The sessions improve balance, confidence and body awareness, increasing wellbeing and making your movements more fluid and dynamic.
Classes are informal and relaxed with plenty of one to one training.

Please contact Jon if you want to book a free session.
£50 a month for two classes a week.
Tel: 07967196479
Web: www.wtsouthwest.co.uk
Email: jon@wingtsunkuen.co.uk

ZUMBA has turned the fitness world upside down: we don't have to suffer anymore, in order to lose weight, have a strong heart and feel good! Because it is exercise in disguise!

The beauty of ZUMBA lies within its formula: great music, the fun of dancing and the effectiveness of fitness. Which is why ZUMBA classes are getting more and more polular, with people getting great results and a better quality of life!

Contact Details:

Nectaria - Licenced ZUMBA Instructor

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Creative writing workshops for kids aged 7+ !

Does your child struggle to think of ideas for a story?
Do they love to write?

Enchanted Pen welcomes all abilities, using drama to excite the young authors about writing !

Come and explore new worlds with Enchanted Pen !

Where will your pen take you?

Cost: £8.50 (£7.50 for extra siblings)

To Book:
Email: emma@getcreativetutoring.com or
See our website: www.getcreativetutoring.com

Wednesdays 18:30 – 20:00 Fridays 14:00 - 15:00 Essential Tai Chi – Tai Chi Yang style, a form of soft flowing Chinese exercise to relax, regulate and re-align body and mind as a means towards good health. Tai Chi form- movement in meditation as a means towards good health. Yang style Tai Chi form, Tai Chi sword form, [Chi Kung] For more information contact Dennison Joseph. Friday class for over 50's at reduced rate £3; supported by NHS. Contact Details: Telephone: (0117) 951 8119

Does your child love to draw?

Would they enjoy learning fine art skills in a supportive and fun environment?

Then come and join our Go Sketch classes!

Create a piece of art to be proud of!

There are 2 Go Sketch workshops running on 29th and 30th May 1:30-2:45

Cost: £8.50 for one session or £15 for both sessions

To Book:
Email: emma@getcreativetutoring.com See our website for more info:
www.getcreativetutoring.com

The sessions use fresh, seasonal produce to introduce a love of ‘good food’ to get your little ones off to the right start at an early age. They don’t only involve cooking, but also include fun activities, games, music and food experiments where someone else is left to clear up the mess! Although each session is educational and interactive, the focus is on fun and each class has a tasting session where children can have the opportunity to try something new, great for those who are a bit on the fussy side. Contact Debbie: bristol@kiddycook.co.uk

NEW FROM 25th JANUARY 2013 A drop in session for those aiming to give up smoking

An Ancient form of practise for health and the body, mind and spirit.

£7.00 or £5.00 concession rate oer session

Contact Nicola Ley
Telephone: 0117 987 9806
E-mail nicola.ley@gmail.com

Weekly choir practice, learning new songs and rehearsing our repertoire of international songs. We welcome new members.
For details about the choir please got to our website at:
www.rednoteschoir.org.uk

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CATERPILLAR WRITING CLUB

Creative writing games and activities for 5-6 year olds!

Does your child find it difficult to get their ideas down on paper?
Caterpillar Writing club welcomes all abilities!

Through games, drama and fun activities, we help give your child the building blocks to develop their creative writing.

Cost: £7.50 (£6.50 for extra siblings)

To Book:
Email: emma@getcreativetutoring.com

See our website:
www.getcreativetutoring.com

A dance fitness class for all abilities , using movements inspired by African and Samba dances to make you sweat. Accompanied by live percussion, including approximately15 minutes of pilates at the end of the session.

£5.00 per session

Contact Details:

Email: ellie-lewis@live.co.uk for more information

New class suitable for beginners of all ages and abilities. £5 per session drop in. Contact Gladey: gladeyrowan@yahoo.co.uk for more information.

Does your child love to draw?

Would they enjoy learning fine art skills in a supportive and fun environment?

Then come and join our Go Sketch classes!

Create a piece of art to be proud of!

There are 2 Go Sketch workshops running on 29th and 30th May 1:30-2:45

Cost: £8.50 for one session or £15 for both sessions

To Book:
Email: emma@getcreativetutoring.com See our website for more info:
www.getcreativetutoring.com

1st Event Thursday 4th March. We cater for complete beginners to get you up and active. Please meet Liz and Jess in the foyer area. Mothers and babies welcome. £1.00 donation to support the group Please contact Jess on 07794200442 for more info.

Cookery Class For more information please visit http://www.milestonestrust.org.uk/day-opportunities-stepping-forward-bristol-312

LAST SESSION THURSDAY 28TH fEBRUARY If you would like to have a careers advice session in the future the number to call is: 0800 100 900; you will then be asked to state where they live and will be directed to the correct adviser who will make an appointment with them. We have a number of advisers who work out of Job Centres and community venues around Bristol. The adviser sessions consist of 45 minutes. All information is confidential and an action plan is devised for the client. This will include short and long term goals both the client and adviser has agreed on.

THIS GROUP HAVE POSTPONED, PLEASE VISIT THE FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION. Interactive storytelling for 0-4 year olds. Contact Details:
Find us on Facebook
Email: dragonbirdtheatre@gmail.com

We are a group of kung-fu practitioners who meet to train together . Come along and learn the exciting ancient art of Hung family kung-fu in a fun and friendly environment, see your confidence grow and see yourself becoming the person you want to be- stronger, fitter and happier. £7.50 per class. £20 year membership plus licence Please wear loose fitting trousers, training shoes and black t-shirt.

Lucy has a background in Iyengar yoga, has been practicing yoga for 23 years and completed her teacher training course in Bristol. This course works with the primary series sequence, modifying for beginners where necessary, working with Ujjayi breathing and Dristi.

£48.00 for 4 weeks.
Please contact me if you would like to come on 07852925635:
lucygoldsack2001@yahoo.co.uk

BRAND NEW CLASS STARTING 1ST FEB 2013. Music classes for children aged 0-4 to explore music through puppets, action songs, dance and instruments. £5.95 per session £50 for block of 10 sessions. Discounts for 2nd children and under 3 months. Term time sessions with drop ins during holidays. Contact details: Website: www.caterpillarmusic.com Email:hannah.cole@caterpillarmusic.com

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DIVISION MASTERS!
Age 7+

Does your child struggle with division?
They are not alone!
Join us for a fun interactive games session including treasure hunts and team challenges. Fear division no more!

Cost: £7.50 (£6.50 for extra siblings)

To Book:
Email: emma@getcreativetutoring.com See our website for more info:
www.getcreativetutoring.com

A Dynamic meditation, using rhythm, free movement/dance and breath to re-unite the body and mind. The 2nd friday of each month in the main hall. Dates booked are 10th May, 14th June, 12th July. £8.00 or £4.00 conc For more information ring Sarah on 07783943298. www.ecstatictrancedance.co.uk/certified_teachers.html Bring water and a blanket

Wednesdays 18:30 – 20:00 Fridays 14:00 - 15:00 Essential Tai Chi – Tai Chi Yang style, a form of soft flowing Chinese exercise to relax, regulate and re-align body and mind as a means towards good health. Tai Chi form- movement in meditation as a means towards good health. Yang style Tai Chi form, Tai Chi sword form, [Chi Kung] For more information contact Dennison Joseph. Friday class for over 50's at reduced rate £3; supported by NHS. Contact Details: Telephone: (0117) 951 8119

For more information please visit http://www.milestonestrust.org.uk/day-opportunities-stepping-forward-bristol-312

Pilates can help to improve strength, flexibility and posture, using slow, controlled movements it creates longer, leaner muscles, releases tension and restores the body back to balance. Pilates is safe and effective and can be of benefit to anyone whatever age or level of fitness.

Gentle morning classes with baby for the early days.
Relaxed - Fun – Informal. These are friendly, appropriate classes and mums usually start when baby is about eight weeks old. An enjoyable morning of post natal yoga to help you regain core fitness, flexibility and mental focus.

£5 per session (Drop-In) Tea, Coffee and Biscuits available

FFI: Contact Vivien: Yogaplus@live.co.uk
Tel: 0780 1550842
www.yogaplusbristol.co.uk

Gentle evening classes with active birth preparation.
Friendly - Relaxed - Informative. These sessions provide you with a chance to focus and prepare, through yoga and active birth guidance, for one of the most important events in your life.

£5 per session (Drop-In)

FFI: Contact Vivien: Yogaplus@live.co.uk
Tel. 0780 1550842
www.yogaplusbristol.co.uk

Aimed at ages 3 to 4. Drop-in welcome. Classes run by Filiz Hockey, fully qualified dance teacher, University of Stockholm. £3 per session or £15 for 6 weeks. filz41@hotmail.com 07954693180

Aimed at ages 4 to 7. Drop-in welcome. Classes run by Filiz Hockey, fully qualified dance teacher, University of Stockholm. £5 per session or £25 for 6 weeks. filz41@hotmail.com 07954693180

Aimed at ages 5 to 7, in vaganova style. Drop-in welcome. Classes run by Filiz Hockey, fully qualified dance teacher, University of Stockholm. £5 per session or £25 for 6 weeks. filz41@hotmail.com 07954693180

On the surface of life we are faced with distractions, doubts and challenges. By mastering the practice of meditation, we learn to slip below the superficial issues that engage us. We can discover a restorative layer of calm and stillness. Practice takes us to a profound level of peace. Subtle methods unveil an even deeper perspective for living. You are warmly invited to an experiential afternoon of exploration: tranquil images, serene commentaries and guided meditations, practical techniques and thought-provoking exercises which help you deepen your own experience. Free of Charge-All Welcome

The sessions use fresh, seasonal produce to introduce a love of ‘good food’ to get your little ones off to the right start at an early age. They don’t only involve cooking, but also include fun activities, games, music and food experiments where someone else is left to clear up the mess! Although each session is educational and interactive, the focus is on fun and each class has a tasting session where children can have the opportunity to try something new, great for those who are a bit on the fussy side. Contact Debbie: bristol@kiddycook.co.uk

A new 200 hour Yoga Alliance approved teacher training course begins at St Werburghs Centre. Dates are 13th & 14th July, 10th & 11th August, 14th & 15th September, 9th & 10th November. For more information please email ejimeneza84@yahoo.com.mx

An hour of Relaxation Music, Meditation Commentaries and Spiritual Discussion. The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University has over 40 locations across the UK, offering people of all backgrounds an opportunity to deepen their understanding of universal spiritual principles and learn a range of skills through a variety of educational programmes. Contact: Michael - 01454 413360 - meditationbristol@gmail.com

NEW 4 WEEK COURSE STARTING 3RD FEB 2013 Contact Details: Email: info@yogabyfran.com