Meditation and mindfulness

Build on your experience of meditation by practising a variety of meditation and mindfulness techniques. Learn how to focus and apply awareness more creatively, both in meditation and in daily life.

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Key course information

Dates
14/05/12 - 25/06/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
6 weeks

Time
17:25 - 19:25

Fees
Full fee: £110^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
FJF19

Availability
Available
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^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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It may still be possible to enrol. Please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some of the course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover this with you.

Course outline

What is the course about?

Many studies have shown that the ancient Buddhist techniques of mindfulness can help people who feel that their lives out of control, or that they are too busy really to savour their life much. Mindfulness has also been found to be effective in dismantling ‘bad or sad’ moods, and controlling overwhelming feelings. The course will be based around meditation and practical techniques for developing mindfulness and awareness.

What topics will we cover?

A variety of meditation practices will be taught and led during the course, including basic sitting practices from the Buddhist tradition and mindfulness in movement. The main focus of mindfulness will be the body, thoughts and feelings, and communication, but the course will be also concerned with specific applications of mindfulness - walking listening, eating etc. Students will be expected to commit to practising between classes.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Recognize the principles of mindfulness, how it works and how to make it work for you
- Apply mindfulness in daily life
- Gain more control over your emotional life and manage difficulties more effectively through practise of the principles and applications.
- Deepen your meditation practice through your mindfulness practice.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

For beginners, and for those who have some experience in meditation.You are required to read sentences, follow verbal instructions and extract information from handouts.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Through led meditations, exercises, group discussion, handouts, visual aids, practical demonstrations, OHP.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No other costs.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Choose other courses form our extensive Health & Movement studies programme.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30

Non term-time Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30 Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
14/05/12 to 25/06/12	Mon	17:25 - 19:25	6 weeks	£110	£110	£110	FJF19	Started	» Select
04/07/12 to 25/07/12	Wed	17:45 - 21:45	4 weeks	£146	£146	£146	FSA18	Available	» Select
23/09/11 to 28/10/11	Fri	13:45 - 15:45	6 weeks	£82	£48	£39	FJF17	Finished	» Select
04/11/11 to 09/12/11	Fri	13:45 - 15:45	6 weeks	£82	£48	£39	FJF58	Finished	» Select
09/01/12 to 19/03/12	Mon	17:30 - 19:00	11 weeks	£150	£150	£150	FJF57	Finished	» Select
13/01/12 to 17/02/12	Fri	13:45 - 15:45	6 weeks	£82	£48	£39	FJF69	Finished	» Select
24/02/12 to 30/03/12	Fri	13:45 - 15:45	6 weeks	£82	£48	£39	FJF70	Finished	» Select

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Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

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