41 Courses in Birmingham

kings heath yoga with yogi claire

After experiencing such a profound and positive change in my outlook on life and mental health through the practice of yoga, I decided to embark on a quest to share this precious gift with others. In September 2018 I trained intensively in Portugal with Indiv Yoga to gain my 200 hour qualification. This was one of the most wonderful and memorable experiences of my life!

happy mat yoga

I have been practicing yoga for 20 years. Although I have practiced yoga for 20 years due to work, life stuff and being a single mom, I had to have a break from my personal yoga practice. My Yoga journey started again 5 years ago and so with personal extensive studies, certification, and personal experiences it’s now that I feel inspired to teach as a professional. I love teaching and sharing my passion for yoga. Yoga has greatly impacted my life and I love seeing the transformation it makes in the lives of people. I am passionate about teaching the science of yoga and the ancient wisdom through yoga classes, I completed my Yoga Foundation Course 3 years ago and then went on to complete my 200 hrs Teacher Training. A year later I complete my Yoga Nidra, Yoga for Menopause and Yin Yoga qualifications. I am trained in Hatha yoga however my personal practice included most styles, meditation, and pranayama. My classes offer a warm, happy environment, offering a supportive yoga practice. giving clear instruction on alignment. Yoga is your experience, totally unique to you. I honour this and I am grateful to offer space to guide you into your breath to expand, accept and release.

the health creation alliance

Health Creation Alliance is a Community Interest Company, limited by guarantee and regulated by the CIC Regulator. It is called The Health Creation Alliance C.I.C. Company number: 11536588. The directors are Merron Simpson, Dr Brian Fisher, Peter Hay, Lynne Bowers, Alex McCraw, Tele Amuludun, Neil McGregor-Paterson and Donna McLaughlin. Our ambition is to develop the democratic role of our active members, involving them more in decision-making. Recruitment of our new Chair An opportunity to help steer, shape and develop a values-led dynamic, networked organisation to realise its full potential and purpose as a movement for Health Creation. To apply please download an application pack here. This contains much more information about THCA, what we are looking for and how to apply. The Health Creation Alliance (THCA) is in the process of identifying and recruiting a new Chair to lead the organisation over the next 3-6 years and beyond. This follows our current Chair, Dr Brian Fisher’s announcement at our Annual Member Meeting in May, that he will be standing down. Brian has led the organisation over the last four years to its current position of impact and influence: THCA has been instrumental in influencing change on the ground, across systems and at national level and as a result, our profile has increased considerably. We are now looking for an experienced and dynamic Chair who can offer fresh leadership and steer us through the next phases of our growth and development. As the newly empowered Integrated Care Systems are starting to understand how Health Creation can guide whole-system transformation from the bottom up, THCA wants to fulfil its purpose as a national ‘go to’ alliance spreading skills and know-how and enabling professionals across sectors and systems to become equipped to confidently address health inequalities and create the conditions for people and communities to live in good health, through Health Creation. We have many of the elements in place, a significant profile and are gaining ground. Building upon everything we have achieved so far our new Chair will work closely with the Chief Executive and Directors to take the org

south & city college birmingham - digbeth campus

South and City College Birmingham is led by the Principal, Mike Hopkins, and a Senior Leadership Team comprising of: Sardul Dhesi - Deputy Principal Dawn Ward - Vice Principal Alan Howey - Vice Principal Paul Morris - Assistant Principal Jacqui Maher - Assistant Principal Parveen Ghulam - Clerk to the Corporation South and City College Birmingham is directed and governed by its Chair Clive Henderson, Vice Chair Angela Pocock and Board of Governors. The role of all college governors is voluntary, and governors are drawn from various professional backgrounds including, business, industry, law, finance and education. The Board of Governors are responsible for setting strategic direction, ensuring accountability and monitoring college performance. They are also responsible for setting the mission, vision and values of the college. The Board of Governors are supported by a number of committees including: Audit Search and governance Employment and equalities Senior staff remuneration Higher Education Oversights Committee The above committees are responsible for considering college matters which fall with the relevant committee of responsibility. The committee then feeds back any matters or issues to the full governing body. The corporation office consists of the Clerk to Corporation and Corporation Co-ordinator/Personal Assistant, Julie Groom.

sarah bates, the motorcycling yogi

Classes are fun, supportive, engaging (different each week) and non-competitive A range of props are used during the sessions. This helps people of all abilities to participate in yoga. All equipment is provided Different levels of class are available – Beginner, Intermediate, Private, Corporate and Chair Yoga (for those with limited mobility). There is a class type to suit everyone Yoga to fit around you – lessons can be online (live or pre-recorded) or in-person held at your home, at a venue of your choice or at my studio in Redditch

west (women in engineering, science & technology)

WEST is a small charity with a big aim: to inspire girls and women to study and work in non-traditional trades and careers like engineering.Wendy Miller “I was the first full-time female student to study engineering at Sheffield College. After employment as a draughtsperson and engineering project manager, I have worked in education since 2004. I am now Learning and Teaching Lead at the AMRC Training Centre, run by the University of Sheffield, which delivers Engineering Apprenticeships from Advanced to Degree Level. I joined WEST because I believe passionately that we need to actively change women’s perception of STEM careers – and men’s perception of women in engineering! There is a world of opportunity out there for young women and we are missing a lot of talent.” Pat Morton (Chair) Pat Morton (Chair) “I spent 20 years in the construction industry as a surveyor and another 20 years in Higher Education working in equality – particularly gender equality – in STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) and built environment. When Ros Wall died we wanted to do something active to remember her. She was a real activist so we decided to set up WEST and support a cause dear to Ros’s heart.” Saj Parveen Saj Parveen “I undertook a foundation course in engineering at Sheffield College / Sheffield Hallam University, followed by a degree in engineering, and then a postgraduate certificate. I’m now a senior lecturer in mechanical design engineering. I love developing and inspiring the next generation of engineers and especially keen to see more women becoming engineers, which is why I got involved with WEST.”

solihull parent carer voice

My name is Heather and I have 2 children with SEN, mental health difficulties, and health difficulties. Both my children have been in mainstream school, gone through the EHC process and are now at Specialist Schools. I have had to deal with the challenges of getting diagnoses and EHC plans and getting the right school placements for both children. I have completed the IPSEA SEN legal training and have done lots of training on child mental health. I believe that by parents working together and working with the local authority, health and other services we can make a difference. I am a National Representative for the National Network of Parent Carer Forums- raising the voices of parent carers at a national level. I am also a Co-Chair of the West Midlands Region of Parent Carer Forums.

north staffs wheelchair sports

WE ARE COLORADO’S MOST COMPREHENSIVE PROVIDER OF ADAPTIVE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES. WE OFFER MORE PROGRAMS, IN MORE PLACES, IN MORE WAYS THAT CHANGE LIVES. The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) is a world leader in creating and providing adaptive outdoor recreation experiences. As one of the largest and most comprehensive providers of adaptive experiences, we use the power of innovation, recreation and Colorado’s great outdoors to improve access, opportunities and possibilities for people living with disabilities. Our exhilarating adaptive outdoor experiences help participants make the very most of their passion, their talents and their aspirations. They discover a renewed sense of confidence, reignite the pure joy of play, and find motivation to try new things, meet new people and believe in their own abilities. With industry-leading adaptive equipment, renowned coaches, instructors and volunteers and unmatched mountain and metro programs, we change the perceptions of athletes of all levels and help them, and the world, #RethinkAbility. “From the first time we helped 23 amputees learn to ski in Winter Park, Colorado, we’ve been shattering pre-conceived notions and dispelling stereotypes.” – Paul Saarela , NSCD Equipment Supervisor

blaze wheelchair basketball

sharon gisbourne yoga

I have practised yoga for over two decades and was totally hooked after my very first class. It was a complete revelation! I walked out of that class like I had woken up and seen things clearly for the first time. My whole body felt free, I was relaxed and could not get over how great I felt. I remember going to work the next day and telling a colleague that I felt "big" (in a good way). This feeling was my energy being released to flourish from whatever trapped state it had been in. My passion for yoga grew as did my personal well-being, and in 2005 when I was given an opportunity to teach, I jumped at the chance. I completed my yoga teacher training with The Devon School of Yoga and then went on to qualify as a Yoga Therapist, certified by Real Yoga, in 2012. I am registered with the Complimentary and Natural Health Care Council (CNHC). I am also a Meditation Teacher, having completed my training with Swami Saradananda. I have attended many short courses and workshops with Yoga Campus, London. These courses have been based around many aspects of yoga, the musculoskeletal system and the "correction" of bodily imbalances, which may be prominent due to general wear and tear or injury. I have also completed courses on restorative and relaxation practices, Pranayama and the history of yoga as well as a short Sanskrit course! I teach several general classes online via Zoom and offer in person or online one or two to one sessions at Sharon Gisbourne Yoga. I also run a specialist online chair based class for those who may need a more adapted approach to yoga. Working therapeutically with people one to one online may not be suitable for all conditions, but if you would like further details see the Yoga Therapy page for more details. I have experience of many styles of yoga and have spent time in India to gain knowledge of these various approaches. I like to apply myself with a holistic and eclectic approach that takes in not only the physical but also the more subtle aspects that yoga has to offer. However, although I always present myself as professionally as possible, I do like to keep everything light hearted and have fun at the same time. I have completed my training with Sheila Whittaker and I am now offering sound therapy in the form of gong baths. These are offered as private sessions and I also run group sessions. See the treatments page for further details of how to book.