Courses at Trigonos 2012
Courses at Trigonos 2012
Trigonos has a great variety of courses and events throughout the year. Here is a selection for 2012 which are open to all. Those with our logo are run by Trigonos or in conjunction with a partner. For further information please contact the course leader directly using the link provided. Find out more Trigonos website In This Issue Featured courses Other courses Subscribe New Dates Available
10 - 15 June contact us for details

Grief and its Challenges: 25 - 27 April 2012
This workshop is being held in conjunction with Trigonos and is designed for members of the helping professions, volunteers and people supporting those who are grieving, as well as individuals wanting to understand their own grieving process.
The workshop will be led by the experienced practitioner and leading author Dr Neil Thompsonand Denise Bevan, an experienced and highly respected family therapist and educator.
The focus will be on making sense of grief and the challenges it presents. As well as exploring different approaches to understanding grief, the workshop will explore practical strategies for coping with our own loss experiences and supporting others in dealing with theirs.
Workshop cost: £145. Accommodation cost: from £135 - £180
To register, contact Dr Neil Thompson: Tel: 01978 781173
email: info@aveneumediasolutions.com www.avenuemediasolutions.com

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Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice, Bangor University Living Life with Ease and Connection 5 - 7 May 2012
An introductory course in mindfulness developed for people who are new or relatively new to mindfulness practice. During the course we will engaging with mindfulness practices such as sitting meditation, mindful movement and the body scan and will be heading out into the beautiful landscape of Snowdonia for mindful walks and practices within nature.
The course will be led by Sarah Silverton and Sholto Radford
For details email: mindfulness@bangor.ac.uk www.bangor.ac.uk/mindfulness
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Weaving Colours with Eta Ingham Lawrie 31 May - 3 June 2012
We have a few places left on this popular Trigonos course.
Create a beautiful wall hanging using Eta's stunning styles and techniques. Colourful fleeces and other materials will be available for use in your freeform weaving. The course is suitable for experienced
and non experienced weavers. email:info@trigonos.org
Also 25 - 28 October 2012
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Essence Yoga Retreat 1 - 3 June 2012Hatha Yoga/Ashtanga Yoga & Healthy Living Advice weekend in the mountains of Snowdonia. Trigonos is a perfect place for the practice of yoga, meditation and pranayama. Meals are cooked using Trigonos' own grown herbs and vegtables, delicious!
Contact: Sarah Swindlehurst tel: 07922 144 384
email: sarah@essenceyoga.co.uk www.essenceyoga.co.uk
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Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain: 11 - 16 August 2012Have you always wished you could draw? Are you someone who thinks they could never learn to draw - well think again - if you can sign your name you can learn to draw! This 5-day intensive course was developed by Dr Betty Edwards author of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain.
In a small group, you will learn the five basic skills of realistic drawing. This residential course is suitable for people with no drawing experience as well as those who would like to improve their drawing skills or who teach drawing. Contact: Anna Black Telephone: 07956 910 427
email: anna@learn-to-draw-right.com www.learn-to-draw-right.com
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Murphy Writing Seminars: Myth, Mountain & Imagination 18 - 24 August 2012
Join us for an unforgettable writing retreat. Make progress on your book or poetry while immersed in the breathtaking landscape which inspired the legend of King Arthur. Take advantage of daily writing time, workshops, meals based on home grown and organic produce and relaxing by the lake. Trigonos is the ideal setting to advance your writing craft. All genres and levels. Discount for registering early.
Contact: Peter Murphy Tel: 1 609 823 5076
email: info@murphywriting.com www.writeinwales.com
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Felting For Fun 1 - 4 October 2012
An opportunity for people who enjoy the craft of feltmaking to come together and share their skills and inspire each other in the wonderful setting and comfort of Trigonos. This
is not a felt making course, there is no official tutor so some experience of feltmaking
will be necessary. It will also be a chance to go for walks, relax, unwind and enjoy the amazing food at Trigonos in between the feltmaking.
Contact: Liz Hampton Yates 01539 536070 email: mili2@btinternet.com
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Circle Dance and Meditation Workshop 15 - 18 November 2012
This is the sixth consecutive year of this residential workshop combining circle dance, led ny Ana da Costa and meditation led by John Hofton. There will also be singing sessions led by Felicity Jones and short walks in the local area organised by Jackie Earles and led by an experienced guide. The weekend's activities are complemented by the excellent Trigonos hospitality and wonderful home-grown, seasonal food which is served at each meal.
Contact: Ana da Costa 0161 2487728 or 07979 296 057 email:analubc@aol.com
Other courses open to the public at Trigonos 2012 include:
5 - 10 April Vegiventures Vegetarian walking holiday in Snowdonia
email: holidays@vegiventures.com www.vegiventures.com
26 - 30 May Walking Women Walking holiday for women queries@walkingwomen.com www.walkingwomen.com
7 - 14 July Bicycle Beano Vegetarian cycling holiday
contactus@bicycle-beano.com www.bicycle-beano.co.uk
24 - 26 August Rose Preston Yoga roseannyoga@gmail.com
5 - 12 October The Awakening Network jim_hirsch@hotmail.com
www.awakeningnetwork.netFor latest updates on courses visit: trigonos.org/courses Looking for the right place to bring your course or event?
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Please contact us for availability and to discuss bookings.
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