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Transformers Themed Activity Day at Derbyshire Hill Family & Community Centre for children and teens aged 7+ Come and join us for an exciting HAF Activity themed around Transformers which includes graffiti art, djing, parkour, obstacle courses and games with our talented team from Powered by Hip Hop (UC Crew) Children aged 7+ and parents/carers/grandparents who are eligible for free HAF activities are all welcome to join us for our FREE funded activity day.

DC's The Flash Themed Activity Day at Newton Boys & Girls Club for children aged 7+ years old Come and join us for an exciting HAF Activity themed around The Flash, Batman and Super Girl, which includes graffiti art, parkour, obstacle courses and games with our talented team from Powered by Hip Hop (UC Crew) Children and teens age 7+ who are eligible for free HAF activities are all welcome to join us for our FREE funded activity day. (Younger sibling can attend if registered but not be able to do all activities)

Spiderman Themed Activity Day at Derbyshire Hill Family & Community Centre for children and teens aged 7+ Come and join us for an exciting HAF Activity themed around Spiderman which includes break dance, art, parkour, obstacle courses and games with our talented team from Powered by Hip Hop (UC Crew) Children aged 7+ and parents/carers/grandparents who are eligible for free HAF activities are all welcome to join us for our FREE funded activity day. Younger siblings can attend but may not be able to participate in some older age activities We have the best Hip Hop and action-packed superhero-themed activities in St Helens, so don't miss out!

Every Saturday at 11:10 – 11:55 Step into the enchanting world of our Pre-Primary syllabi, where the dance floor becomes a canvas for young imaginations to soar. This carefully curated program is designed to sculpt the physical prowess, endurance, creative flair, expressive power, and musical sensitivity of our students, all set to the rhythm of captivating musical styles and sounds. It’s here that the foundational steps of ballet blend with the joy of exploration, creating a nurturing yet exhilarating learning atmosphere. Crafted with love, each exercise is a melody of gentle movements, guiding little dancers through the basics of ballet technique within a realm of creativity and play. Our classrooms are alive with a kaleidoscope of props, each playing its part in enriching the learning experience across all dimensions. From the whisper of a scarf in motion to the soft thud of a rhythmic beanbag, every prop tells a story, unlocking new dimensions of movement and imagination. Beyond the steps and stretches, our class holds a treasure trove of opportunities, including the chance for our young dancers to shine in class awards. It’s an invitation to step into the spotlight, not just to showcase their budding talents but to celebrate their journey in dance, expression, and self-discovery. Join us in this magical adventure, where every plié and pirouette is a step towards creating artful expressions, lifelong memories, and a deep-seated love for the beautiful world of ballet. Book first lesson here: https://mandlschoolofperformingarts.com/book-first-lesson/

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for Professionals in a variety of fields who are seeking improved time-management skills, so that they can meet their long-term goals and perform more effectively will benefit from this course. Overview State your goals. Analyze how you are currently allocating your most precious resources: energy and time. Identify elements of your personal work style that contribute to your effective use of time. Assemble a collection of time-management tools and strategies that you can use to take control of your time. Create an action plan for your time-management process and identify ways to evaluate and improve your efforts. Time is a form of currency, and the ways you talk about it illustrate its value: people say ?Time is money,? and ?My time was well spent,? or ?It's a waste of time.? Like most professionals, you've probably struggled with managing time effectively. In this course, you will acquire day-to-day time-management tools that will help you more effectively use your time so you can direct your energy towards fulfilling your short- and long-term professional and personal goals. Your time is a precious and limited resource. Too often, you may feel frustrated that there aren't enough hours in the day to accomplish everything you hope to do. Effective time managers enjoy the satisfaction of directing their talents and energy towards productive, goal-centered activities. Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization?s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how. Prerequisites To ensure your success, we recommend you have some level of work experience in any of a variety of organizational settings, and general end-user computer and Internet skills. 1. Defining Goals Define Time Management Describe Your Dreams Identify Regrets State Goals 2. Analyzing Energy Allocation Create a Time Long Analyze Tasks Analyze Time Usage Analyze Energy Flow 3. Identifying Personal Style Review a Successful Day or Project Analyze Your Preferences Identify Personal Strengths Identify Personal Motivators Reduce Time Wasters 4. Assembling the Toolbox Negotiate for Success Delegate Tasks Choose Tools that Work for You 5. Creating a Time-Management Action Plan Create the Action Plan Evaluate the Time-Management Process Additional course details: Nexus Humans Effective Time Management training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Effective Time Management course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Date: Thursday 24th August Time: 5pm Location: Online Event Details:This Thursday we'll be showcasing some of the amazing work our talented MA students have created for their graduate films! This is a great way for you to get a glimpse into what's to come as you embark on your own journey. Whether your passion lies in Screenwriting, Acting or Filmmaking, each contributes significantly to the final creation.Films that will be screened: Colin Hydra Price for a Princess So get ready to be inspired this Thursday, August 24th at 5pm.

Calling all aspiring screenwriters and creative minds! Join us for an exciting script pitching workshop led by tutor Gemma Mushington. This taster session is designed to unleash your imagination and guide you through the process of coming up with and pitching an original script idea. Gemma Mushington, a talented screenwriter with a BA in Film, Television, and Digital Production, brings her wealth of industry knowledge and experience to this workshop. She is signed with Casarotto Ramsay and was the proud winner of the Neal Street Productions Screenwriting Bursary in 2021. Gemma's impressive credentials also include writing an episode of CBBC's The Dumping Ground, which aired in May 2023. With her current role as our Module Leader for the Major Feature Film module on the BA Screenwriting course, Gemma is the perfect guide to help you develop your script ideas. During this engaging taster session, Gemma will lead you through an exercise focused on generating and refining your own original script idea. Learn the techniques and strategies used by professional screenwriters to create compelling narratives that captivate audiences. Gain valuable insights into the art of pitching as Gemma shares her expertise on how to effectively communicate your ideas and grab the attention of industry professionals. Whether you are a screenwriting student, a budding storyteller, or simply someone with a passion for creative writing, this workshop is a fantastic opportunity to explore the exciting world of script development. No prior experience is necessary, as Gemma will provide guidance and support throughout the session. Don't miss out on this chance to refine your scriptwriting skills and pitch your ideas with confidence. Reserve your spot now and prepare to unleash your creative potential with the guidance of tutor Gemma Mushington!

Date: Thursday 17th August Time: 5pm Location: Online Get a feel for all that's to come with our BA Graduate Films Screening! Event Details:This Thursday we'll be showcasing some of the amazing work our talented BA students have created for their graduate films! This is a great way for you to get a glimpse into what's to come as you embark on your own journey. Whether your passion lies in Screenwriting, Acting or Filmmaking each contributes significantly to the final creation.Films that will be screened: Beyond Your Wildest Dreams Guess Who's Coming To Town Red Flash This Is Panic So get ready to be inspired this Thursday, August 17th at 5pm.

Date: Tuesday 30th May Time: 4pm Location: Studio A - Landor Road Come and celebrate another year of great filmmaking at CFS at our Summer Screening event. This is a great opportunity to see the exciting work produced by yourselves and other students on the big screen, whilst also meeting new and talented people you can work with in the future.Event Details: There's a real range of films to see, from insightful documentaries, to extraordinary flights of fantasy, to wonderful experimental storytelling. The best way to see these tales unfold is on the big screen!Be sure to book your tickets in advance so as not to miss out. We hope to see you there! Films showing include: - Red Flash- Beyond Your Wildest Dreams- The Geezer- Sparring All-Stars- Mantaro- Curves on Curbs- Merry-Go-Down- They Want to Be Like You- Two Wrongs This is a free event that all students are welcome to attend (please note this is an event for those who are 18+ years old). The deadline to book this event is 28th May

Are your sales people too stressed, running on adrenalin, perhaps driving towards burnout, struggling to reach targets? Wouldn't you rather they delivered consistently good performance, sustainable over longer periods of time, with less stress (for both them and you)? This uniquely empowering workshop will help your team develop naturally high levels of focus, energy and motivation. They will attain a sense of grounded euphoria, giving them a very distinct and ethical edge in selling. A one-day programme, it gives salespeople an introduction to the 'Natural Superheroes' concepts and resources, tools and techniques, to help them improve their sales performance - realising greater sales potential, developing deeper and more profitable client relationships, winning more business. Through this experience, sales teams gain: Information about profiling clients to instantly understand more about their deepest drives and true needs so they can be genuinely met and, where possible, exceeded Insights into deep, honest and very 'real' reasons for sales procrastination - participants are given specific workable strategies they can easily apply to overcome sales resistance, by tapping their natural motivational styles An understanding of communicating at the very highest levels with different people so they truly understand your sales message and have a significantly more positive sales experience A realisation of their very specific natural sales talents as individuals and as a team A deeper level of experience and understanding of what specifically drives their own behaviour and the behaviour of their clients - these unique insights explain not only how but exactly why people behave the way they do An experience of what it takes to be unshakeable under pressure and manage the sales processes and relationships to a positive outcome for all Brand-new insights into working with and handling difficult people across all levels of authority An understanding of the pitfalls and the psychological traps we set ourselves which cause unnecessary stress, anxiety and frustration on a daily basis and, in turn, limit our sales performance Access to very simple and practical tools that massively increase self-awareness, engender accountability and responsibility and develop emotional sales mastery 1 Introducing 'Natural Superheroes' for sales What is a 'Natural Superhero'? Defining emotional intelligence in the context of sales and why it is so important Knowing yourself - why most people don't know themselves at all and how we can understand exactly what drives our behaviour for the purpose of improving sales performance specifically Knowing exactly why others, and specifically clients and team members, behave the way they do - understanding the real motives behind people's good and bad behaviour in a sales meeting Simple steps to freeing yourself of any anxiety, pressure and false sense of limitation when selling Being yourself in sales - why this is not as easy as it sounds but how you can make it effortless How to take control of achieving the sales performance you really need and want for yourself and others Strategies that raise your self-awareness, increase an authentic and sustainable sense of self-confidence, in difficult situations and in moments of crisis 2 Understanding yourself, your team members and your customers - using the Enneagram Introducing the Enneagram and why it is so valuable to sales people and their clients Exploring the 9 types of motivational drives and why people have different reasons for buying from you Core types and wings - understanding the influence of other motivations either side of the core Enneagram type How to confirm the profile of your client - using celebrities from the world of politics, cinema, sports - we explore how to identify each type - what are their core drives, why have they arisen and how can we use these insights to help you in improving your sales performance The 3 levels of behaviour within your personal profile and that of your clients Lookalike Enneagram types - mistaken identities - how to avoid these traps when profiling your clients and your team How to communicate effectively in a sales environment with each of the different Enneagram types - communication strategies for positive impact on morale, performance and, ultimately, sales results How to interpret and make use of the results of your online personal profile - participants complete an online profile before the event and have the opportunity to analyse their results with a view to improving their sales performance How sales teams sabotage their own performance and that of other people within the team - and how to stop it Uncovering your particular edge in a sales role - what unconsciously trips you up as a sales person? How the Enneagram helps us in sustaining a truly great sales performance over time 3 Why positive thinking alone doesn't work in sales Why 'PMA' does not stand for positive mental attitude when selling - learn its alternative meaning that can serve you even more effectively in a sales role 3 steps and exercises that naturally increase PMA The value of making unconscious thinking conscious and how to do this without any pain or discomfort in a sales meeting Why each Enneagram type has a different experience of PMA in terms of their outward behaviour and how to know when you are maximising your sales performance 4 Measuring success How to measure the development of your individual profile as a sales person Development planning and review Into the future - how to continue your Natural Superhero development