Wellbeing at City Lit
Wellbeing comes in all shapes and forms.
Whether you are looking to learn about mindfulness, aid relaxation, improve your diet or just have a few hours to yourself every week to do something you enjoy, our courses will guide you towards finding a healthy balance between your physical and mental wellbeing.
33 courses available
Picture book writingWould you like to write a picture book text for young children? This course is designed for children's writers and for illustrators wishing to write their own stories; a starter course to develop both your ideas and your technique.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00- Modern calligraphyLearn how to write elegant and stylish letterforms using a flexible pointed nib with ink. Once you’ve learnt how to write a basic alphabet, we’ll begin breaking the rules of traditional calligraphy to find a style that is all your own. The course is suitable for beginners as well as improvers.Full fee £399.00 Senior fee £319.00 Concession £259.00
- Massage: workshopDiscover how massage can relieve stress and promote relaxation and healing through touch. Learn techniques to perform on family and friends. Suitable for those with a general interest or wishing to progress to more advanced courses.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £160.00
- BSL level 1Have you always wanted to learn British Sign Language and communicate with Deaf people? Develop the skills you need to gain the level 1 BSL qualification, accredited by Signature. The fees for BSL level 1 courses include a year's subscription to Signworld.
You may wish to study BSL without the pressure of an exam, or just for fun. We can arrange for you to be taught without a formal final assessment and you will receive a certificate of attendance.Full fee £699.00 Senior fee £585.00 Concession £528.00 - Mindful Pilates
Would you like to develop mindfulness, a strong core, and practice functional movement? Join Madlyn for focused breathing and mat-based Pilates to build strength, improve flexibility, and reduce stress while promoting body and mind awareness.
Keeley Street
Thu 5 Nov 2026Madlyn Ray-JonesFull fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £89.00 - Reiki: taster workshopReiki means 'universal energy'. Learn the basic philosophy this gentle system of healing, according to the tradition of Dr Usui.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00
- Indian head massage: workshop
Discover the ancient and highly therapeutic practice of Indian head massage. Learn how tension is held in the neck and shoulders and how to alleviate this in family and friends by practising a basic routine.
Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £119.00 - Alexander Technique: WorkshopDiscover how to return your body to its natural state of balance and poise in this beginner's guide to the Alexander Technique. Learn to become mindful of muscular and mental tension in this session.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00
- Ikigai: the Japanese secret to a long and happy lifeThe people of Japan believe that everyone has an Ikigai or a reason for being. Finding it can lead to a happier, more fulfilled life. Learn how to live in the moment and pursue your purpose and passion.Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £109.00
- Alexander Technique: introductionDiscover how to return your body to its natural state of balance and poise in this beginner's guide to the Alexander Technique. Learn how to relieve stress by becoming mindful of muscular and mental tension.
Keeley Street
Thu 7 Jan 2027 (and 2 other dates)Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £90.00 - The saxophone story
How did a musical joke became arguably one of the most distinctive and expressive of all instruments? We will focus on this strand within the history of jazz but not exclusively.
Keeley Street
Mon 11 Jan 2027Albi GravenerFull fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £104.00 - Drawing and mindfulness: morning meditation
Join us and set up your day in a tranquil, reflective way with our 5-day Drawing and mindfulness: morning meditation course. Whether you want to do something nourishing before work or are setting up for a day of creative activity, the practices of drawing and mindfulness will help you begin each day with fresh eyes and mind. Suitable for all levels.
Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00 - Introduction to BSLInterested in learning British Sign Language? Learn some basic vocabulary and grammar, and decide if you want to progress to the level 1 qualification.Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £299.00 Concession £209.00
- Zumba gold
Learn dance fitness moves and enjoy a fun workout to help with cardiovascular fitness, muscular conditioning, flexibility, co-ordination and balance. Suitable for active older adults, beginners and those who prefer lower intensity Zumba®.
Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £132.00 - Yoga: beginnersAre you new to yoga? This beginners' class offers a chance to develop and improve your body and breath awareness, posture, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques to help you release tension.
This course is delivered in-person at City Lit.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £132.00
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