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movement in nature - workshops in southbourne and boscombe

I am offering a series of workshops which take place in nature to celebrate the unique qualities found within each season. Movement in Nature workshops offer an exploration of the seasons through gentle movement including Qigong, yoga, somatic movement and journaling. Most importantly they offer an opportunity to come together and connect with nature in good company. Recent research has revealed that 'connection with others and exercise' supports our health throughout our middle years and into old age.

These workshops are all free of charge to participants and are being supported by funding from Sport England through Active Dorset’s Together Fund and are being delivered in partnership with Parks in Mind.

CREATIVITY AND GROWTH - THURSDAY 18 MAY - 2.00 PM  - 4.00 PM

  • Here's what you need to know:

  • The workshop takes place in Kings Park on Thursday 18 May 2.00 - 4.00

  • We stroll from our meeting place at the Pavilion to a wooded area under Peter Holloway from Bournemouth Parks in Minds expert guidance, learning more about the trees and plants we see on the way.

  • The workshop is suitable for total beginners. The movement is gentle and lots of options are given.

  • Book now by contacting me

  • When we get to our workshop area under the shade of some beautiful trees, you will have a chance for some journaling individually or some reflection in pairs. We will be thinking about what growth and creativity means to us!

  • This will be followed by some gentle movement - I will be bringing together some flowing forms from Qigong including associated with spring and the wood element. But we will also touch on forms for the earth element which governs smooth transitions - and we are getting closer to the summer (we hope) so I might throw in a lovely summery heart-based movement to share the love! We will be moving for about 45 minutes or so

  • You'll need a notebook, loose, comfortable clothing and layers - we had a bright but blustery and somewhat chilly day for the last workshop (something you can sit on if you wish)

  • Did you know that in Qigong, spring is associated with developing your goals and a clear vision, but like seeds and saplings we need to nurture our goals gently. Spring is also associated with building resilience and the pattern of spiralling growth

future workshops:

ENTERING TRANQUILITY - MONDAY 17 JULY - 18.30 - 20.30

Gentle movement to welcome summer's joy and connection. Meet at the circle in the Woodland Walk and walk down to the Beach.

STABILITY AND NOURISHMENT - WEDNESDAY 23 AUGUST 10:00 AM - 12:00 

A workshop celebrating the qualities of late summer. Fisherman's Walk - Meet at the Bandstand

INSPIRATION AND WHAT IS OF VALUE - THURSDAY 5 October 18.30 - 20.30

Meet at Boscombe Overcliff - more details to follow

All workshops include gentle movement, a talk, a walk and refreshments. Please drop me a line to book or find out more stating which workshop(s) you are interested in.