Classes & Events:
THERAPEUTIC SOUND BATHS - with Marisa Tighe
Saturday 5th April, 5pm (1.5 hrs, £20), Sunday 6th April 10am (1 hr, £15) and 11am (1.5 hrs, £20)
Sound therapy can ease tension, improve sleep, bring clarity of mind, and reset and nourish the nervous system. Being bathed in the healing frequencies and vibrations of gongs, singing bowls, drums, flutes, chimes, and more is magical. Also available: fortnightly sound meditations Wednesday lunchtimes 1-2pm, 1:1s, Monthly Women's sound circles and aerial yoga \sound baths. To book 07932 682781 or email: hemasoundtherapy@gmail.com or visit: https://www.hemasoundtherapy.com
HONOURING MOTHERHOOD - with Clare Finch & Marisa Tighe
Sunday 6th April, 1.30 - 3.30pm
Balance from Within and Hema Sounds are offering a sumptuous Sunday afternoon retreat 'Honouring Motherhood'. A perfect Mother's Day gift of gentle movement, sound bath, guided meditation, healing tea and token take-home gift. Whether you are pregnant, post-partum or a mother wanting to share a beautiful experience with your daughter, this is for you! Earlybird £38 before 17th March. To book, email clarefinch@ymail.com
MEDITATION & INTERCONNECTEDNESS - in Tibetan Buddhist Tradition
6 week course on Friday evenings starting 11th April, 7.30 - 9pm
In a world that pulls us in many directions, this course guides us toward a steady inner ground, opening the door to greater connection with ourselves, others, and our world. Explore meditation, a simple yet profound technique to cultivate true stillness and presence, alongside contemplating interconnectedness: a powerful, compassionate perspective that connects us to everything around us. For more info and to book, click here or email south.downs@rigpa.org.uk
MONTHLY WOMEN'S REFLECTIVE CIRCLE FOR WOMEN BETWEEN STORIES - with Catherine Bishop
Monthly Tuesday event Tuesday 15th April, 7.15 - 8.45pm
Gather with other women to pause, reflect, be nourished, let go of your everyday roles, connect with inner and outer seasons and be. Circle is a gentle holding ritual for sharing personal and collective stories and may include guided meditations, visualisations, creative journalling prompts, archetypal stories linked to the seasons and life stages. Further info: https://www.creativeconversations.co.uk/womens-circles-and-workshops
HEALING SOUND BATHS - with Leah Star
Monthly Saturday morning event Saturday 26th April, 10am - 11.30am (1.5 hours)
The amazing vibrations of the gongs permeate our bodies on a cellular level, moving physical and emotional stagnation, easing tension and anxiety and restoring balance. Bathing in the relaxing frequencies of a selection of gongs, Tibetan chakra-tuned bowls & healing, frequency-tuned angelic chimes, with mindfulness breath and meditation. Early bird £15. Donations £17 to £20. For more info: 07383 793379, www.thecosmicvibrationsoflove.com or book a place here
MINDFULNESS COGNITIVE THERAPY FOR PARENTS - with Hannah
8-week course starting 6th May. Tuesdays 9.30 - 11.30am
This experiential programme is the gold standard of mindfulness training from Oxford University, adapted for parents. Rather than a 'how to parent' course, this is an 'inside out' model of working on ourselves to improve parenting skills and help regulate our emotions, as well as our capacity for acceptance, patience and compassion towards our children and others. Hannah is a former teacher, mother of 4 and has a special interest in ADHD and neurodiversity. To book, please email mbctlewes@gmail.com or 07980011027.
Classes
The Way of Unity ~ Spirituality, Healing and Meditation - with Amadis. Alternate Mondays from 7 April, 6.40 - 8.30pm.
Unitive spirituality is a nourishing and healing practice, tuning us to spiritual love, beauty, and harmony. Meditative breathwork, visual attunement, heart engagement and embodied at-onement connect us with our spirit and the Whole. They also help deal with pain and negativity and promote spiritual wholeness and wellness. I have practised Unitive Spirituality for 50 years. £40 for 4 classes, £15 drop-in. For more info: amadis@inspiritway.com, 07941 665506. Or visit www.inspiritway.com/unity
Yoga for Menopause - with Shelly White. Thursdays 9.45 - 11am
Beautifully nurturing yoga classes for the menopause (also wonderful for pre, peri and post menopause) to soothe the nervous system and provide rest, relaxation and connection. A mix of gentle hatha, yin & restorative yoga, with specific breathing, visualisation and meditation practices. Designed to support many of the symptoms of menopause and be easily applied to everyday life. Starts 9th January. £14 per class (or £12.50 for block bookings). For more info and to book, contact: shelly@yogaspiral.co.uk or visit: www.yogaspiral.co.uk/
Angelic Healing Meditations - with Jana Krychtalkova. Thursdays 7.15pm - 8.30pm
Meditation Courses on Thursday evenings. For more information and to reserve your place, please email jana.haniel@gmail.com or visit https://janalovinglife.com
Quiet Mind - Simple Meditation & Mindfulness for all - with Colin Willcox. Normally 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, 1 - 2pm
£5 drop-in. A friendly and inclusive group of all ages and experience. Our approach to inner peace and wellbeing is practical, easy to follow, and enjoyable. Through gently guided, simple and mindful meditations, we can experience the natural state of calm awareness and contentment in the present moment. With a background as an Osteopath, Naturopath and Clinical Psychologist, Colin has over 30 years experience of Meditation and Mindfulness. Contact: 07900 214259 / iamcolin55@gmail.com
Men’s Circle - with Merlin. Alternate Sundays 10am - 12.30pm
A safe and supportive space for men to foster authentic connection, personal growth, and emotional resilience. Curious about what happens in a Men’s Circle? Come and experience the power of being heard, understood, and supported - no strings attached. Contact Merlin of Man.Academy: 07970 731530 www.Man.Academy/mens-circles. This is a closed group (not drop in) for a maximum of 8 men. Payment on a sliding scale. Coaching for men also available, www.Man.Academy/coach