Face to Face Recovery College Courses

This course will provide students with the opportunity to develop or acquire knowledge on mindfulness. The course will use this form of self-care to help students recognise the present moment...

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Knottingley Hub, Knottingley Coalfields Regeneration Trust Hub, Hill Top, Pontefract Road, Knottingley, WF11 8ER

Rap is a musical form of vocal delivery that incorporates rhyme, rhythmic speech and street vernacular. Join us to discover the components of rap and learn how to compose and...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

This short course is suitable for anyone interested in working with clay and learning a new skill – discover the therapeutic benefit of getting creative, working with your hands and...

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Baghill House, Health and Wellbeing Centre, Walkergate, Pontefract, WF8 1QW

Book folding is a great way to reuse old, unwanted, hard cover books by following a pattern. Marking two measurements and making two folds on each page, a design or...

During this 2-week course, we will explore the craft of card making.  Crafting can relieve stress and tension in our everyday life and can be an opportunity to express ourselves...

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St. Giles’ Centre, St. Giles' Church, Market Place, Pontefract, WF8 1AT

Caring for Carers is a 4-week workshop aimed at improving a Carers overall Health & Wellbeing. The workshop will cover action plans, getting support with your caring role, consider the...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

Christmas Junk Crafting: A 5-Week Creative Upcycling Journey Turn everyday waste into wonderful works of art! Join our Junk Crafting course and discover the joy of transforming household items into beautiful, functional...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

Our simple rag wreath workshop will guide you through the simple steps needed to make your very own rag wreath to take home and hang up for Christmas. Whilst it...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

Knottingley Hub, Knottingley Coalfields Regeneration Trust Hub, Hill Top, Pontefract Road, Knottingley, WF11 8ER

Join us in this 2 hour workshop to discover how to better connect with your senses. It will teach you how to spend less time caught up in your thoughts...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

Over the course of 9 weeks we will take you from total running beginner through to completing a 5km Parkrun event. We will follow the NHS Couch to 5K scheme...

Using items found around the home these cute gonks are made from wool and cardboard tubing (kitchen rolls), fun things to keep or give to others. Crafting can provide you...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

This 6 week course is a beginners crafting group aimed to get you started using items found around your own home. Crafting can relieve stress and tension in our everyday...

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Knottingley Hub, Knottingley Coalfields Regeneration Trust Hub, Hill Top, Pontefract Road, Knottingley, WF11 8ER

Join Wakefield Recovery College for an informal 2-hour workshop exploring dyslexia. This workshop will help students: Understand the definition of dyslexia Explore the challenges of dyslexia using real life examples...

Have you ever wondered how you would actually use a fire extinguisher if you needed to? Perhaps you’re not certain how you might safely find your way out of your...

Using space as our theme you will produce a piece of art using foil paper, and acrylic paints on black card ending up with your own galaxy painting! No experience...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

Join us in this 2-hour workshop to establish how to improve your moments by making a positive contribution to your mindset.  You will learn to recognise how you feel and...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

‘Introduction to Aromatherapy’ will help you discover the origins of this ancient holistic treatment. Over the duration of this 4-week course you will be introduced to the history and methodology...

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Knottingley Hub, Knottingley Coalfields Regeneration Trust Hub, Hill Top, Pontefract Road, Knottingley, WF11 8ER

Do you want to learn some practical skills in a woodland setting? This course running with our partners at Athelas CIC provides the opportunity to learn with instruction and supervision...

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Bulcliff Woods, Bulcliff Woods, off Denby Dale Rd/A636, Wakefield

The resurgence of a vintage craft ‘macrame’ is on trend and we will show you the basic techniques and knots to get you started on your macrame journey. Macramé can...

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St. Giles’ Centre, St. Giles' Church, Market Place, Pontefract, WF8 1AT

The course is aimed at anyone over the age of 16 looking to learn more about managing diabetes. The course will explore the key behaviour changes which help manage diabetes...

A fun and very relaxing little workshop especially for those who say ‘I can’t draw’ Fully guided session creating your own unique piece of work. Using pastels, exploring colours and...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

This is a fun and interactive workshop where we explore the history of pebble painting alongside the introduction of the creative art of painting pebbles or rocks. We will teach...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

This 4 week course will give you the chance to connect with your creative side. Scrapbooking is a pastime that has many benefits. It is fun to do and you...

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Pontefract Library, Shoemarket, Pontefract, WF8 1BD

Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

Weave Your Way to Wellbeing: A Simple Weaving Course with Everyday Items Discover the joy of weaving using items you already have at home! Our Simple Weaving Course is perfect for...

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St. Giles’ Centre, St. Giles' Church, Market Place, Pontefract, WF8 1AT

Stroke Awareness Would you know what signs to look for if you thought someone may be having a stroke? Have you suffered a stroke yourself, or care for someone who...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

Life can get busy, and going for a walk often slips to the bottom of our to-do list. But the benefits to our mental and physical wellbeing are too important...

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Thornes Park – Holmfield Arms/Clarence Park Bandstand entrance, Denby Dale Road, Wakefield, WF2 8DY

This workshop is designed for individuals who are experiencing difficulties following traumatic events, including PTSD, and those who support them. If you or someone you care about is struggling with...

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Space Station, 6 Denby Dale Road Wakefield WF1 1HR

Have you ever wondered if you were descended from a knight? or if your family name bears a coat of arms? Archive research can help you find out more about...

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West Yorkshire History Centre, 127 Kirkgate, Wakefield, WF1 1JG