Ruth has over twenty years of Wood Carving and Pyrography experience and will guide you step by step to create a 2d Relief Carving on a solid piece of Local Wood using traditional gouged and mallets or a design drawn and burnt into the wood. The workshop will take place in an outdoor studio space set on the grounds of the 48 acres Birtley Estate.
Learn this powerful ancient massage technique in our one-day professional course! This course focuses on the upper body, targeting the back, arms, shoulders, neck, scalp and face. Indian head massage is a favourite among our students, and for good reason! It's a highly effective therapy with a rich history, practiced in India for centuries as a family tradition. This course is suitable for beginners to experienced therapists
Understand the Mental Toughness model and look at how to improve your mental toughness with the 4c’s. Course overview Duration: 1 day (6.5 hours) Mental toughness is the ability to resist, manage and overcome doubts, worries, concerns and circumstances that prevent you from succeeding, or excelling at a task or towards an objective or a performance outcome that you set out to achieve. Our one day programme can help you to achieve this by using tools and techniques to help you perform under pressure and ensure your wellbeing. Objectives By the end of the course you will to: Identify the causes of stress and how to prevent them Assess your mental toughness using the MTQ48 measure Use tools and techniques to develop your mental toughness Content Understanding Stress, Pressure and Challenge The causes of stress How stress can manifest itself Threat response The Stress performance curve Stress, challenge and pressure Positive stress Mental Toughness, Stress Management and Resilience Defining stress management, resilience and mental toughness How they differ and how they affect each other Mental Toughness Understanding mental toughness The importance of mental toughness The benefits of developing your mental toughness The 4 Cs of Mental Toughness How we approach Challenge Control our emotions Develop Confidence Create Commitment MTQ48 Profile Understanding your MTQ48 profile Looking at your mental toughness Areas for development Developing Mental Toughness Managing physical energy to deal with stress Developing healthy habits for managing stress Multitasking and the ability to focus Identifying unhelpful thought patterns Positive and pragmatic thinking approaches Managing your approach to change and challenge Ways of developing mental toughness
The Emergency First Aid at Work Awareness Course is ideal for businesses, especially in low-risk environments. This course covers all the core competencies outlined by the HSE, making it an acceptable workplace first aid course. Completing this course allows you to be an appointed first aider in the low-risk workplace. It meets HSE workplace first aid requirements and aligns with the latest UK Resuscitation Council guidelines. Event details: Date: Tuesday 21st October 2025 Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm Location: Ongar Business Centre, The Gables, Fyfield Rd, Ongar CM5 0GA The course covers: 1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider a. Identify the role and responsibilities of a first aider b. Identify how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others c. Identify the need for consent to provide first aid 2. Be able to assess an incident a. Conduct a scene survey b. Conduct a primary survey of a casualty c. Summon appropriate assistance when necessary 3. Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty a. Identify when to administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) b. Demonstrate CPR using a manikin (including the use of an AED device) c. Justify when to place a casualty into the recovery position d. Demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position e. Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure 4. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking a. Identify when choking is: - mild-severe b. Demonstrate how to administer first aid to a casualty who is choking 5. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding a. Identify the severity of external bleeding b. Demonstrate control of external bleeding 6. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is in shock a. Recognise a casualty who is suffering from shock b. Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock 7. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries a. Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with: small cuts, grazes, bruises, small splinters b. Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with minor burns and scalds Everyone who attends will receive a certificate and a first aid textbook. About the host: David Hewitt, East Saxon Training Founded founded by David Hewitt in 2020, East Saxon Training provides bespoke, engaging training and consultancy services across Essex, East Anglia, and surrounding areas. With over 30 years of management experience in healthcare, construction, and the charity sector, David delivers practical, memorable courses in areas such as first aid, fire safety, mental health awareness, and team development. Known for his clear, relatable, and confidence-building approach, David’s training goes beyond compliance, combining real-world insight with humour and interactive learning. He also volunteers with the Samaritans, reflecting his strong commitment to wellbeing and community support. Find out more about David and East Saxon Training: https://www.eastsaxontraining.com/ This workshop is provided courtesy of Backing Essex Business. Fully-funded by Essex County Council and delivered by Let’s Do Business Group. Backing Essex Business (Formerly Back to Business Essex) is here to support business growth across the county, promoting economic growth and creating jobs, by providing free business support, access to finance and training. For more information visit https: www.backingessexbusiness.co.uk Please click here to see the Backing Essex Business Privacy Policy
Reiki 1 Initiation course - A soulful 2 days with deep personal experience - that's what Reiki Initiation is really about. In our Reiki Lineage we lead the training to awaken the part of us that might be deep asleep or just waking up, as Reiki is the Universal Life Energy, you can NOT learn it, you can only be guided to rediscover it within you...
Course Information Who should attend? This course is provided for people who work in the care sector and are required to have knowledge and understanding of of how to move and position individuals safely, and in a way that promotes their independence, dignity and functional mobility. Also the importance of risk assessments and the potential hazards involved, along with the key legislation relevant to moving and handling. Course delivery This course is delivered in 1 day of classroom training led by a professional instructor to cover the all course elements: Manual Handling Safe use of Equipment Practical Assessment Effective Communication Assessing Risk Understanding Responsibilities Legislation Ergonomics Dignity Availability Private bookings available, contact us for more information Public course dates appear in our training calendar This is a CPD Accredited Course Pentagon Skills is a Skills for Care endorsed training provider
This workshop is based on the book 'Sleep Recovery' by Lisa Sanfilippo, we will work through the 5 steps towards recovering your rest by identifying your sleep type, dealing with sleep saboteurs and learning about the science of sleep.
The Jade Lady is another name for the Kundalini Shakti. This kriya uses hand and arm movements, coordinated with the breath to harmonise the prānic force and direct it inward for the subtle practices of hatha yoga
Welcome to the Female Leadership Retreat - Intrinsically You! Come join us for a transformative 2 day (1 night) experience, where women come together to empower, inspire, and connect. At this leadership retreat, you'll have the opportunity to unleash your leadership potential, participate in workshops and discussions led by industry experts, and network with like-minded individuals. Embrace your authentic self and explore the leader within you in a supportive and encouraging environment. This retreat is designed to inspire growth and confidence in every attendee for women within Senior Leadership roles, Directors and Business Owners. You will be part of a small, intimate group with each retreat limited to just 10 guests. The environment will be calm, welcoming, and inclusive, with an informal and relaxed format that is supportive. The entire experience will leave you feeling energised with greater clarity, a new sense of purpose, and new personal insights, ready to fully engage with the next steps of your leadership journey. Don't miss out on this opportunity to invest in yourself and connect with a community of strong, empowered women. Join us at the all-inclusive*, Female Leadership Retreat - 'Intrinsically You' and embrace your leadership potential! *Price includes all accommodation, food and refreshments provided, use of spa facilities and training materials and a 1:1 coaching session following the event at a time to suit you. (Note: price excludes individually booked spa treatments, which can be organised directly with the venue in advance by participants.) Now is your time to step back, reflect and re-energise!