Archive of Non-residential | LeisureCourses.net - short courses & residential study breaks in great locations - Part 6
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Earthwalking
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesSpend time connecting with nature and walking on the Earth with supportive companions.
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Qi Gong
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesDiscover an energetic, embodied way of understanding the transformational qualities of Qi Gong.
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Harmony Singing
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesSing Helen's original material as well as enjoying improvisation.
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Rest and Restore Retreat
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesEnjoy a weekend to rest and restore mind and body with mindful breath, yoga and healing meditation.
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The Naked Voice: A Pathless Way
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesA range of vocal practices that reveal the contemplative and creative use of the voice.
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Eternal Wisdom
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesThis retreat will bring together the philosophical and spiritual traditions of the East and West.
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Make a Sun Hive
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesLearn about holistic, bee-centred forms of bee keeping and make your own sun hive to take away.
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Astrosophy
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesWalk the planet's paths to experience their interaction with a combination of astronomy and spiritual science.
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Introduction to Woodcarving
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesEnjoy a weekend learning the skills of a woodcarver and how to choose suitable wood for a project.
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The Sacred Clown Summer Retreat
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesFrom stillness, mediation, mime and movement, this course offers a fun, gentle and creative introduction to the Sacred Clown.
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Drawing with Paper, Cloth and Thread
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesEnjoy experimenting different ways of making marks and developing surfaces with mixed media.
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Drawing in Charcoal and Graphite
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesLearn how to work on a larger scale with fluid movement, using the media of charcoal and graphite.
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Summer Painting Weekend
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesExplore your creativity and connect with the atmosphere of summer in this enjoyable painting weekend.
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Shintaido
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesBased on traditional Japanese martial arts with emphasis on self development and artistic expression, suitable for all.
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Raku Pottery Weekend
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesEnjoy learning more about glazing, decoration and various firing methods to make Raku Pottery.
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Fertility: A Holistic Approach
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesA weekend of talks, workshops, acupressure, meditation and practical advice to illuminate the holistic approach to fertility
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Create a Singing Bowl
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesLearn the techniques of forging to create your own singing bowl.
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Lifelines
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesDiscover the richness and vitality of life drawing in this unique and instinctive course.
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Summer Rest-ival
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesMake space for rest and renewal with mindfulness, writing, meditation, painting and more!
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Create a Singing Bowl Summer School
Listed on May 23, 2016 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesGenerations of smiths and coppersmiths have dedicated their work to the search for the one perfect all-transcending sound. Under Ton’s friendly, professional supervision you will learn the technique of forging to create your own singing bowl. The rhythm of metal work, the heat of the forge and the alchemical process of shaping your own instrument...
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THE FOUR SEASONS in Music and Painting
Listed on May 4, 2016 by Arts in Residence in Featured CoursesOur weekend will explore the inspiration painters and composers have drawn from the seasons of the year. The featured artists will include Botticelli, Breughel the Elder, Monet, Turner and Friedrich, while there will be music by Vivaldi, Haydn, Delius, Tchaikovsky and others. Abingworth Hall occupies a country estate that dates back some seven centuries and stands beside its own lake...
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THE SYMPHONY IN THE 20TH CENTURY
Listed on May 4, 2016 by Arts in Residence in Featured CoursesThis weekend, the second of two such events, will explore aspects of the rich legacy of symphonies from the 18th century until around 1900. Various great symphonies will be featured, and our music examples using CD and DVD will be played on excellent hi-fi equipment. The BEST WESTERN PLUS Wroxton House Hotel is set in the beautiful thatched village...
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MENDELSSOHN
Listed on May 4, 2016 by Arts in Residence in Featured CoursesWith his unique blend of classical poise and romantic feeling, Mendelssohn was one of the great composers of the 19th century. His music has a special appeal and personality, and we shall explore some of his best loved works, as well as some wonderful music that is less well known. The music will be played on excellent hi-fi equipment,...
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Patchwork and Christmas Crafts Part 3
Listed on March 7, 2016 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course aims to bring together a group of like-minded students who enjoy crafting together. They will share their knowledge and enthusiasm during their time together and produce a number of Christmas Crafts which are be kept or passed on to celebrate the season.
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Patchwork and Christmas Crafts Part 2
Listed on March 7, 2016 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course aims to bring together a group of like-minded students who enjoy crafting together. They will share their knowledge and enthusiasm during their time together and produce a number of Christmas Crafts which are be kept or passed on to celebrate the season.
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Patchwork and Christmas Crafts Part 1
Listed on March 7, 2016 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course aims to bring together a group of like-minded students who enjoy crafting together. They will share their knowledge and enthusiasm during their time together and produce a number of Christmas Crafts which are be kept or passed on to celebrate the season.
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Silver Jewellery Weekend
Listed on March 7, 2016 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course is an introduction to a variety of traditional silver jewellery making techniques, but is also suitable for those with some experience. You will use the techniques to construct at least two wearable items, such as earrings, cufflinks, pendant and also a ring with a tube stone setting. The course will cover...
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Papermaking with Textiles
Listed on March 7, 2016 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesFor people who love textiles and want to expand into new areas. Learn how various fabrics and rag pulp can be recycled to make beautiful papers. The handmade papers will be filled with colourful threads, fibres, textures, and pieces of cloth; some will be finished pieces of artwork in their own right. Your...
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Upholstery
Listed on March 7, 2016 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course offers the opportunity to learn the basics of upholstery, or develop those you already have and at the same time produce a useful piece of furniture in a fabric of your choice. Beginning with the application of webbing and base hessian, then going through the stages of various filling materials, we...
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Drawing With the Sewing Machine Needle
Listed on March 7, 2016 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesDo you want to develop your skills with your sewing machine and learn how to ‘draw’ with the simple straight stitch? Then this is your course! You will start by stitching a design which Richard, your tutor, has prepared for you. He will demonstrate every stage step-by-step. This will give you the confidence...
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