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Learning for Wellbeing
Art, craft, dance and exercise courses
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, you will grow in confidence, make new friendships and a lot more.
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The Learning for Wellbeing curriculum offers a broad range of creative and fitness courses at all levels of ability.
- The majority of our Learning for Wellbeing courses are delivered in a classroom environment, with some online courses delivered via MS Teams.
- Our courses are taught by experts in their fields with a vast range of practical and professional experience. We provide a welcoming, safe space for new and returning learners to learn new skills and progress.
- If you meet certain eligibility criteria (i.e., residency status and benefits) then your course could be what we call “fully funded” meaning, there would be no cost to you.
If you need more information, or want to discuss our Learning for Wellbeing courses you can visit our Learning Centres in-person, or contact us on the details below.
- 0800 988 0308
- adult.learning@leics.gov.uk
- Information, advice, and guidance is available during our longer courses to support you to identify your next steps which might include continuing your learning journey with further courses, volunteering, or employment.
Find out more about our Learning for Wellbeing courses!

Arts Courses
Our arts courses are available from beginners up to advanced levels and include media specific courses such as watercolour and acrylics, alongside courses which focus on skills like botanical drawing, screen writing, and more general art for wellbeing courses.
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Dance Courses
From Ballet to Tap, our Dance courses are designed to get you moving and help support your fitness and exercise goals in a positive and lively atmosphere.
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Sewing Courses
Our sewing courses include workshop options, where you are encouraged to bring your own projects to work on under the expert guidance of your tutor, or taught courses on subjects like hand embroidery, Asian fashion, machine skills and more.
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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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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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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 deaf colleagues, friends and family.
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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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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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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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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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