The singing group, led by Ann, meet every other Monday at 11.30am for an hour.  They are a group of people who come together to sound and sing.

All are welcome. There are no auditions.  Just come as you are.

Music is so powerful.  It can bring joy, help release anxiety and tension and can be very therapeutic.  The list of benefits is endless….

The group covers a range of different types of music so there really is something for everyone.

Ann says: “If you’ve thought about singing in a group or even been told you can’t sing and feel unsure, please come and join us. Everyone can sing and everyone has their own unique voice.  Sometimes it’s just about finding it and letting it go.  We would love to see you.”

The group is planning to meet on 12th July 2021!

Hatha Yoga classes, led by Heather Foster, are held at the Centre on Monday afternoons from 1.30 pm to 2.45 pm. The sessions are designed for a range of abilities and ages and include gentle physical exercise, breathing techniques, meditation and philosophy.

Yoga is a system of physical, mental and spiritual development. It is an aid to relaxation and the effects of yoga practice are both therapeutic and restorative. The word yoga means “union”; the practice aims to integrate all aspects of one’s being.

Yoga may help restore strength and mobility, improve physical and mental well-being and reduce fatigue, hot flushes, joint pain, stress and anxiety.

There is a small charge of £3 per session payable to the tutor. All monies are kindly donated to help with the running costs of the Centre.

Sessions of Qigong and Tai Chi take place weekly on Tuesdays at 2.30pm.

With Chinese origins at least 3000 years ago, Qigong (or Chi Gong) is a gentle way of exercising, manipulating and improving the whole body using repetitive standing movements. Sets of movements have entertaining names such as ‘Five Animal Frolics’, ‘Shi Ba Shi’ or ‘Eight Gold Brocades’.

Tai Chi (or Taiji or T’ai Chi) developed from Qigong only about 600-700 years ago, by modifying or adding movements between static exercises giving a series of flowing configurations to the body, working on internal and external organs. In earlier times it was used for self-defence. Most routines taught at The Centre are from the Yang family style.

As well as improving balance, leg strength and circulation, it can help reduce anxiety and calm the mind and body. No equipment is necessary to continue your practice at home, just a few square meters of space and sufficient time.

Loose-fitting clothing that will allow you to bend easily is advisable, and flat-soled shoes with little or no perceptible heel.

All welcome. No need to book.

Informal social gatherings are arranged independently of The Centre by members who would like to meet outside Centre opening hours.