Bea Middlehurst (BWY.DIP) Student Teacher presents three Yoga classes at Crownway Community Centre.

Reduce your stress, relax your body and increase your wellbeing. Bea is offering three weekly sessions on :

What is Yoga?

The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word yuj and means union. In Yoga, the body, breath and mind are seen as a union of multi-dimensional aspects of each and every human being.

Generally, it is recognised as an ancient system of philosophies, principles and practices derived from the Vedic tradition of India and originated about 5,000 years ago, and has been adapted in other countries in a variety of ways

Yoga cultivates health and wellbeing (physical, emotional, mental and spiritual) through the regular practice of a range of many different techniques, including postures and movement, breath awareness and breathing exercises, relaxation and concentration, self-inquiry and meditation.

Dozens of scientific trials of varying quality have been published on yoga. While there’s scope for more rigorous studies on its health benefits, most studies suggest yoga is a safe and effective way to increase physical activity, especially strength, flexibility and balance. There’s some evidence that regular yoga practice is beneficial for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, aches and pains – including lower back pain – depression and stress.

“Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.”   – The Bhagavad Gita

Yoga classes vary, depending on the particular style or tradition of the teacher or school. Students may often practice on yoga/exercise mats.

A common yoga class typically includes:

• An introduction, possibly including some breathing exercises and/or relaxation
• A physical warm up
• Yoga postures (asana), movements and stretches
• Relaxation and/or meditation.

Meditation is usually an integral part of yoga and many yoga teachers may offer classes dedicated to the practice of meditation. Participants usually practise either on cushions on the floor, or seated on chairs.

New places are available for our

Age Concern Luncheon Club

Every Thursday from 12.00pm, just £4.00 per person

Crownway is here to offer older people the opportunity to enjoy a freshly cooked two-course lunch prepared by experienced and welcoming staff/volunteers, where you can come together each week and chat and have fun over a delicious meal in a high-class setting. We take great joy in treating our visitors to the best service, so please book early as places are limited.

Dinner will be served at 12.00pm every Thursday. Places are limited so please enquire with us first.

If you, a friend or a loved one would like to attend, please call the centre on 01925 222907, or drop by the Centre. This will give you the opportunity to see what goes on and to sign up for the following week.

Tai Chi for Health Classes
Starting Monday 28th November 2016
at Crownway Community Centre

Classes run from 1-2pm weekly
£3.50 per person

There will be a £1.00 taster session
Monday 2nd December 2016 for new starters

If you would like to know more, please contact Heather on 07597 538 438.
or visit the website: www.taichiforhealthinstitute.org

Help is available every Monday afternoon from 2pm-6pm at Crownway Community Centre for those ready to quit smoking.

Smokefree St Helens are now offering a weekly one-to-one support walk-in session that will help you to: Reduce (smoke less), Cut down (to quit) or Quit (stop smoking).

No need to book an appointment, just come along and find out more from a friendly team of experienced advisors.

To find a service that best suits you, or for more information, please call: 01744 586 247, text QUIT to 61825 or visit: www.readytostopsmoking.co.uk

Service users can access our dedicated wet room to have a shower/ shave if they do not have access to their own facilities. We can also provide access to fresh clothes (if available) and will wash their clothes on a rotation to ensure that every service user has the opportunity to maintain their appearance and their self-confidence.

The Facilities are available Mondays to Fridays 11am -2.30pm

To register please access Hope House

Hope House can be accessed by those who are street homeless and those at risk of homelessness. As well as the personal care aspect we provide an advice, advocacy and support service which is available Monday – Friday 9am – 2.30pm. Our friendly support workers are on hand to provide:

Internet café
UK Online drop in sessions
Care of address facility
Proof of identity service
Application support

We have great working partnerships within the town and signpost our service users to services including:
Accommodation services
Substance Misuse services
Employability services
Support to access start up furniture

We also offer Advocacy and Mentor support which includes supporting service users to appointments.

To register please access Hope House

Available Monday – Fridays 52 weeks of the year.

Our service users receive a cooked breakfast in a bright and cheerful cafe environment run by a fantastic and friendly group of volunteers.

So if you are homeless, at risk of homelessness or in recovery from substance misuse then come along for some good food and good chat.

To register please access Hope House

BEST stands for Business Etiquette Sessions for Today and is an extension of our Work Club. The sessions offer specific on-the-job pre-application training to give an instant boost to any C.V. and will put you in touch with professionals who are ready and willing to offer guidance and advice in their working industries to make you the BEST you can be!

The sessions run Thursdays at 2.30pm

Ballet, tap and modern dance classes for children aged 2-9yrs are running every Thursday at Crownway Community Centre.

Tiny Tutus Pre-School Ballet (2½-4yrs)
from 9.45am-10.30am or afternoons 1.45pm-2.30pm (£3.50)
Pre-school ballet and movements class aimed at capturing and nurturing a toddler’s natural joy for movement and freedom of expression.

Introduction to Dance (4-5yrs)
from 4.00pm-5.00pm (£5.00)
Fun tap sessions for pre-primary school children, great for learning coordination, rhythm and theory.

Pre-Primary Ballet Dancing (5-7yrs)
from 5.00pm-5.30pm (£3.00)
Learn a new graceful skill and make friends whilst having fun. Each year the children will take part in various shows and charity events and also work towards exams following the ISTD syllabus.

Primary Modern Dance (7-9yrs)
from 5.30pm-6.00pm (£3.00)
Fun, modern dance classes that works on flexibility, strength and rhythm. Come along for an exciting and focused session!

Pre-Primary Tap Dancing (5-7yrs)
from 6.00pm-6.30pm (£3.00)
Fun tap sessions for pre-primary school children, great for learning coordination, rhythm and theory.

Website: www.alexandrajaneschoolofdance.co.uk

All staff are CRB Checked, have own PLI and First Aid Trained. For more details contact :
Miss Alexandra Lewis (Aistd) on 07507 787 136 or email: alexandrajane240@hotmail.com

Ideal for – but not exclusive to – the active older participant! Low impact and easy to follow Zumba Gold session is available:

Every Monday morning (10.45am – 11.45am)
at Crownway Community Centre, Earlestown.
£3.50 per session

No need to book a place, just come along and enjoy one hour of gentle invigorating Latin-based dance fitness. Our recent taster session was a huge success with an all around positive response to the dance style. Catering to individual needs, you can participate sitting down if you prefer and our Zumba Gold instructor, Louise, will be on hand to give you support and make the session an enjoyable one!

No need to book a place, just come along and join in!