Cancelled: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course in Ilkley
Event on 2014-10-02 18:30:00
An 8 week group course teaching mindfulness meditation as an effective and dependable counter-balance to the stresses of life.
Course Overview
MBSR provides a gradual introduction to mindfulness meditation and stress reduction techniques over eight weekly classes. Each class includes guided meditations, group discussions and practical exercises led by an experienced facilitator in a warm, friendly atmosphere with a maximum of 14 participants.
Reported benefits of attending this course include:
- A greater capacity for relaxation and calmness
- Less worry, anxiety and depression
- Enhanced emotional control, resourcefulness and resilience
- Improved self-confidence and creativity
- Better sleep quality
Please note that MBSR is not designed to be a relaxation class or group therapy session. This course teaches a valuable life skill, the development of which requires a personal commitment to maintaining a regular meditation practice. As such, we supply each of our participants with a workbook and meditation CDs to facilitate independent practice and the integratation of mindfulness into their daily lives.
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for beginners, as well as those wishing to refresh their mindfulness practice.
We have a diverse range of participants on our MBSR courses, from students and parents of young children, to corporate directors and healthcare professionals. Participants join for a variety of reasons; from simply taking the time to prioritise their wellbeing, to those who wish to adopt a complementary approach to managing health concerns such as high blood pressure, IBS, CFS/ME, fibromyalgia, anxiety and depression.
Course Schedule
This course will be taught over eight classes from 2nd October to 27th November 2014 (with a break for half-term on 30th October 2014). Each class will be between 2 and 2.5 hours long and will take place on Thursday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm / 9:00pm.
Course Facilitator
The facilitator for this course is Lauri Bower.
Lauri has over 25 years' experience of mindfulness and meditation practice, and has been managing courses and retreats for 12 years. She joined the York MBSR team in 2012 and is currently in the process of completing her Ph.D. in Mindfulness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I miss a class?
We are happy to provide catch-up sessions for delegates who miss a class. Catch-ups are usually provided on a one-to-one basis with the course instructor and take 30 to 45 minutes to complete. There is a nominal charge of £15 for this service.
Is there disabled access to the venue?
This venue is on the ground floor and is fully accessible by wheelchair. Disabled toilets are available close to the meeting room and parking spaces may be reserved in advance (please call 01904 634710 to book a space).
What further information will I receive?
All our delegates receive "Joining Information" one week before their course commences. This email will include information on the class schedule, venue and facilities, and a link to our "pre-course questionnaire" which we would be grateful if you could complete before the course commences.
What is your cancellation policy?
If you decide to cancel your place on this course, we will refund…
- Your full course fee, minus a £20 administration charge, if we receive notice from you at least 7 days before the 1st class (in this instance you would also have the option of deferring on to a later course at no extra charge)
- 75% of your course fee if notice is given before the 2nd class
- 50% of your course fee if notice is given before the 3rd class
- No refunds will be issued after the 3rd class
In the case that the course is cancelled by York MBSR, all course fees will be refunded in full.
at The Craiglands Hotel
Cowpasture Road
Ilkley, United Kingdom
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