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These are two taster sessions which will be held with the hope that it will be a permanent event. Shared reading is run by Lancashire Adult Learning and at the session those attending will hear short stories and poems read out loud.more They will then discuss them as a group. Tha aim of these sessions is to improve concentration, memory and confidence. The event is free.

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Rainbow T’ai Chi and Chi Kung exercises based on ancient exercises developed thousands of years ago by Taoists.

Relaxing and energising fun sessions
Loosen up - feel and look ymoreears younger after one session!
For beginners and experienced students
Simple, very gentle exercises, great for all abilities; sitting down or standing up

Frances is an experienced T’ai Chi and Chi Kung practitioner; teacher-member of the Tai Chi Union of Great Britain

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Thursday afternoons at the Baptist Church Centre, Manchester Road.
Doors open 1.15pm. Admission £3.00.
1.30-2pm ... Absolute Beginner tuition of the basic steps and practice in simple dances.more
2pm-3pm ... Dancing and instruction from beginner up to easy intermediate level. (All dances walked through before the music is played.)
3pm-3.30pm ... Advanced session. Please note, this is not intended to follow on from what has been done earlier in the afternoon, but as a free dance period for those who are very experienced line dancers.

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The work club is for anyone who is looking for employment or a change in career. You can get help with :-
Producing CV's and covering letter.
Completing application forms (paper based or online).more
Interview skills.
Searching for jobs online.
Finding out information on courses to develop your employment skills and gain qualifications.

The club will be run by Lancashire Adult Learning.

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Young at Heart (over 55s)

Joanna Reay, Principal Instructor of Spirit of Pilates
Joanna has trained for over 18 months with Pilates Foundation, who set the precedence in providing the highest quality training
standards in the UK.more She also holds a post graduate in pre and post natal and is a certified Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Specialists. As Well as operating from her main studio in Skipton she also teaches at the Rainhall Centre
On Monday Evening, 5.30pm (mixed ability class) and Tuesday morning, 9.30am (young at Heart, over 55’s) and 10.45am (young at Heart, over 55’s).

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Meeting every Tuesday at 10am, this informal walking group enjoys exploring the local Barnoldswick countryside on a series of short walks of 1.5 to 2 hours. The starting point alternates between the Gisburn Road post box and the Town Square - see attached image under the Gallery tab for dates.more

EVERYONE is welcome - get to know new people, chat with old friends - and afterwards enjoy a brew and a biscuit.

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Young at Heart (over 55s)

Joanna Reay, Principal Instructor of Spirit of Pilates
Joanna has trained for over 18 months with Pilates Foundation, who set the precedence in providing the highest quality training
standards in the UK.more She also holds a post graduate in pre and post natal and is a certified Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Specialists. As Well as operating from her main studio in Skipton she also teaches at the Rainhall Centre
On Monday Evening, 5.30pm (mixed ability class) and Tuesday morning, 9.30am (young at Heart, over 55’s) and 10.45am (young at Heart, over 55’s).

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IMPROVE HEALTH & WELL-BEING WITH YOGA IN Barnoldswick
Tired? Need an energy boost? Stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Want to be calm and relaxed? Looking for inner peace? Seeking a healthier body? Then yoga can help you.more

Yoga brings on a sense of well-being that helps us to live to our potential. Yoga offers so much to all people.

Asanas (postures which can be gentle or rigorous) build strength and flexibility.
Vinyasa (sequences and movements with the breath) stimulate the circulation yet steady the mind.
Pranayama (breath control) revitalises and rejuvenates the whole self.
Relaxation techniques help to eliminate tension.
Meditation refreshes and nourishes mind, body and spirit.

Yoga philosophy show us paths we can follow to help us live a fulfilling enriching life.

A continuous yoga practice can give you a steady supply of energy to help you deal with your daily responsibilities. Yoga can give you strategies to help you handle stress and anxiety and can be an invaluable aid to living with depression. In these turbulent times the ancient practices of yoga offer a means to inner peace and calm.

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Online basics is free, easy to use and will help you get started using computers and the internet.

You will supported by our friendly and experienced library staff in a relaxed learning atmosphere.more

The Go-on sessions allow people to learn how to get more out of life online.

The sessions for those who have little or no knowledgge of computer skills.

Those attending will start by learning basic skills such as mouse and keyboards. The sessions offer a six week package moving onto learning about emails and the internet.

Booking is essential as places are limited.

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Every Wednesday evening at Rolls Royce Leisure, Skipton Road, Barnoldswick.
Doors open 7pm. Admission £4.00.

This session is aimed, mainly, for anyone who has knowledge and experience in line dancing although some provision can be made for those who are absolute beginners (with reduced admission fee).more

7.10pm-8pm ... Social dancing to a mixture of old classics and newer dances ranging from beginner through to advanced dances.
8pm-8.40pm ... Learning new and recapping newly learnt dances with thorough explanation, demonstration and practice.
8.40pm-10pm ... Request session. Submit requests of your favourite dances and have fun.

BAR - PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS.

Fully qualified BWDA line dance instructor (distinction).
Qualified Adult Education teacher.
Member of the IfL (Institute for Learning) - including meeting annual CPD requirements
CRB Enhanced Disclosure
Full Civic & Public Liability Insurance
PPL certificate
Over 11 years' experience in teaching Line dance at all levels.