2Jun
Have a Go Month: Introduction to Mindfulness
Wigston Magna Library, Bull Head Street, Wigston Magna, Leicestershire, LE18 1PA
£FREE
10:00am - 12:00pm
Learn more about the mindfulness this June with the return of ‘Have a Go Month’ 2025!
Have a Go Month occurs every June and is a celebration that aims to encourage as many adults as we can back into the classroom and feel the full power of lifelong learning.
Mindfulness is increasingly recognised as a method for improving our general sense of physical and mental wellbeing and reducing stress and anxiety. This session covers a brief background to mindfulness, explores some of the different ways to practice mindfulness and introduces a few simple techniques for moments of mindfulness in everyday life.
Enrol on our ‘Have a Go Month’ tasters here!
What is Have a Go Month?
Throughout the Month we offer FREE ‘taster’ sessions across the County. Tasters are designed to give you a ‘flavour’ of the learning opportunities available to you and, at the end of each session, you will have an opportunity to speak to your tutor about continuing your learning. Tasters are suitable for all levels of skill and experience, and we welcome everyone looking to take their first steps in their learning journeys.
What tasters are we offering this June?
- 5 Ways to Wellbeing,
- Introduction to Mindfulness,
- Connecting to Nature,
- Bhangra and Bollywood Dancing,
- Building Block to Novel Writing: Character,
- Film Appreciation,
- Introduction to Acting,
- Relaxation Techniques,
- Digital Craft: Make a Card,
- Making the Most of Your Money,
- A ‘Taste’ of British Sign Language/French/German/Italian/Portuguese/Spanish,
- …and some very special ‘Meet the Team’ sessions for anyone thinking about joining us in September 2025 on one of our incredible English or Maths courses.
Where are the tasters located?
All tasters are FREE to those aged 19+ living in Leicestershire, and are hosted in venues including: Coalville Library, Enderby Adult Learning Centre, Hinckley Library, Loughborough Library and the Moira Adult Learning Centre, The Symington Building in Market Harborough, Melton Mowbray Library, Roundhill Adult Learning Centre in Thurmaston and Wigston Library. We also have a range of tasters available to anyone wishing try their hand at Online learning this year. (Click the links to view all the being offered in your area this June!)
For more information on our venues, including addresses, maps, photos and accessibility, visit our venue pages.
5 Ways to Wellbeing
The 5 Ways to Wellbeing are a set of actions which can enhance health and wellbeing. They are: Connect, Be active, Keep learning, Give and Take Notice. During the session you will explore each of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing and create a personalised plan to incorporate them in everyday life.
Connecting to Nature
Develop an understanding of how relating to and experiencing nature through simple activities can lead to improved wellbeing. Content will include practical steps to develop your connection with nature and exploring the five pathways to nature connectedness which are: Contact, Beauty, Meaning, Emotion and Compassion.
Bhangra and Bollywood Dancing
Bhangra dancing is an enjoyable way to keep fit while having lots of fun, whether you are a complete beginner or have some experience. Taking part in dance classes is good for your body as well as your mind.
Building Block to Novel Writing: Character
This taster is for anyone who is interested in learning how to create 'characters'; and essential building block in novel writing.
Film Appreciation
This taster is aimed at anyone interested in learning about early cinema history. We will talk about topics such as early film inventions, influential actors and directors, and Hollywood film fandom.
Introduction to Acting
This is a practical drama taster introduces learners to a range of movement and theatre-based activities, focusing on the body and voice. This course aims to get you active, working both as a group and independently, building skills in confidence and collaboration.
Relaxation Techniques
Explore a variety of exercises and techniques that encourage you to think about the connection between body and mind, with the aim of supporting and improving your everyday wellbeing.
Digital Craft: Make a Card
This Digital Skills taster is an opportunity to have a go at crafting a piece of design work on a PC. You will utilise the tools readily available in Microsoft Word to create a greetings card that you can print and take home with you at the end of the session.
Making the Most of Your Money
As the title suggests, this taster is designed to share a wide range of tips, tricks and resources that can help you stretch the pennies this Summer!
A ‘Taste’ of British Sign Language
Themed around a love of food, this taster session aims to teach you some practical signs that you can use in everyday life to communicate with deaf friends, colleagues and family.
A ‘Taste’ of French
Themed around a love of food, this taster session aims to teach you some practical words and phrases that will give you a ‘flavour’ of your chosen language.
A ‘Taste’ of German
Themed around a love of food, this taster session aims to teach you some practical words and phrases that will give you a ‘flavour’ of your chosen language.
A ‘Taste’ of Italian
Themed around a love of food, this taster session aims to teach you some practical words and phrases that will give you a ‘flavour’ of your chosen language.
A ‘Taste’ of Portuguese
Themed around a love of food, this taster session aims to teach you some practical words and phrases that will give you a ‘flavour’ of your chosen language.
A ‘Taste’ of Spanish
Themed around a love of food, this taster session aims to teach you some practical words and phrases that will give you a ‘flavour’ of your chosen language.
Meet the Team (English and Maths Courses)
Some very special ‘Meet the Team’ sessions for anyone thinking about joining us in September 2025 on one of our incredible English or Maths courses.
Want to see what else we offer? Click the links below to browse our full range of adult learning courses.
Learning for Wellbeing
Discover a new passion for creativity or get fitter this year by taking part in a course from the Learning for Wellbeing programme. On our courses, you will find a like-minded, supportive community, build confidence, make new friendships and a lot more.
More information about 'Learning for Wellbeing'
Better Mental Health
Whether you would like to improve your mental wellbeing, maintain good mental wellbeing, or learn something new about mental health we have a course to suit you.
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British Sign Language
British Sign Language (BSL) is used by approximately 150,000 people in the UK. Learning BSL is a powerful skill which allows you to communicate with d/Deaf colleagues, friends and family.
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Digital Skills
Whether you are a complete beginner or want to grow your skills we have something for you! Our courses can give you both recognised qualifications that employers are looking for, and useful skills for everyday life.
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Employability Skills
Our Employability courses are specially designed to support those learners wishing to gain skills and qualifications to directly support them to improve, or gain, employment opportunities.
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English and Maths
Whether you are looking to brush-up on the basics, grow your confidence, or gain a qualification, our English and maths courses give you with the knowledge, skills and support you need to succeed.
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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Our ESOL tutors will support you to learn the language skills you need to be able to communicate in English. You will learn grammar and punctuation, writing and reading, and speaking and listening.
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Family Learning
Family Learning classes are taught at libraries, Children’s Family and Wellbeing Centres, schools, online and in the community. Courses are designed to help you support your child’s education journey, by learning how your child is taught in school while you also develop your own knowledge.
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Languages
Learning a new language provides you with a new appreciation of diverse cultures and a new skill that can be used for business, work, holidays, and family life.
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Learning for Independence
We offer a wide range of courses for adults with learning disabilities, providing opportunities for individuals to develop skills and knowledge.
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Apprenticeships and Work Based Training
We have a track record of delivering a high quality and flexible work-based training services to employers which include the delivery of: apprenticeship standards, standalone and wider skills qualifications, and wellbeing courses.
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