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Diploma in Practical Spirituality and Wellness

Monteverdi Madrigals

In this Monteverdi year, come and spend a weekend singing and learning about his music from a world-class specialist in his music.

Running with the Mind of Meditation

Enjoy a weekend improving your running techniques with guided mindfulness/awareness meditation, group discussions and a one-to-one with the tutors

Systemic Constellations

Uncover hidden dynamics in your relationships, family or organisation in order to release potential and find new ways forward.

Pillars of Strength Salon 3

This salon will focus on the virtues of Contentment, Patience and Clarity

The F.M Alexander Technique

Learn how to relieve pain, improve posture and breathing, and relieve tension and stress.

Introduction to Ayurveda

We will cover Ayruvedic philosophy; the basics of anatomy, physiology and constitution; diagnosing with pulses; de-toxing, diet, herbs and lifestyle.

Nature Consciousness and Personal Transformation

This fascinating course will reveal how you can live with meaning and purpose in co-operation with nature spirits and the natural world.

Esoteric Philosophy

Learn about the profound implications of modern spiritual development and the means to express the soul more effectively in the outer world.

Pillars of Strength Salon 2

This salon will focus on the virtues of Selflessness, Compassion and Courtesy

Our Intelligent Body

Cultivating body-mind awareness through movement

DIS/rupt Textile Workshop

Starting with brightly coloured fabrics, we will cut, insert, and overlay strips to change the fabric surface. A course for those with an enthusiasm for colour and stitch.

Re-wilding the Soul

This writing retreat is an invitation to explore the untamed terrain of our souls by connecting to the earth’s landscapes and our cosmological origin story.

Introduction to Sounding Bowls

This workshop for Sounding Bowl owners (and prospective ones) takes you through all you need to know to care for and play your Sounding Bowl.

Leading with Grace and Resilience

A conversational workshop on a new paradigm of leadership from Rising Women, Rising World.

Re-inventing Organisations

RSA film of Frédéric Laloux with discussion

Flutes Inspired

This intensive course includes flute choir, chamber music, and technique classes as well as yoga and Feldenkrais sessions.

Speaking with Confidence

Transform your communication skills in job interviews, public speaking, presentations, teaching or social groups and learn how to express yourself freely.

Painting the Seasons: Spring

Explore your creativity through painting and colour. Cultivate your connection with Nature and the renewing season of Spring

Aurora Wind Ensemble

For the eighteenth successive year, the Aurora Ensemble returns to Hawkwood to run their popular Wind Chamber Music Course.

Create a Mosaic

Create your own mosaic panel working from a selection of glass, ceramic and china pieces.

Zentangle: Meditative Drawing

Zentangle is a meditative drawing method that allows people to slow down, relax and develop their creativity.

How to Change the World Public Talk

Public Talk with John-Paul Flintoff in conjunction with his weekend course

Stoneware Pottery

Explore the nature of different clays and other materials, practising hand-building methods to create a selection of functional items or sculptural forms.

How to Change the World

This immersive weekend will help to identify ways to overcome the obstacles that might hold you back.

The Sacred Clown

Stillness, meditation, movement, mime and improvisation in this creative introduction to The Sacred Clown

Overcome Overwhelm

Using simple, effective techniques and tips, and interactive exercises, you can learn to conquer your clutter and get organised

Writing the New Story

Poetry and Creative Expression

Exquisite Japanese Embroidery

Using traditional methods and techniques you will produce truly stunning works of art and learn about Japanese culture.

Viol Consorts

This weekend is run by two well-known, experienced players and can include opportunities to play from facsimiles.