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Wellbeing

INTRODUCTION TO MASSAGE With Michelle MacAnally Interested in the human body and how it works? This course will open your eyes to the fascinating world just under your skin. Learn simple and effective ways to calm the nervous system and give the gift of relaxation to your friends and family. 4 Thu & 4 Fri, 2 Feb – 24 Feb 9 am- 4 pm Byron Full Fee: $250 *Ace Program Fee: $0 (additional resource fee $120 for all enrolments) see p. 4

REIKI LEVEL 1 with Catherine Harrison Reiki is the gentle Japanese method of hands-on energy healing that works on all levels of a person and is simple to use and easy to learn. You will learn how to Reiki yourself, children, pets and plants. You will receive an attunement into Reiki Level 1, an ancient healing symbol of protection and a certificate on completion. Empower yourself today and bring this ancient healing art into your life. Sat & Sun, 4 - 5 Feb 10 am - 4 pm Byron OR Sat & Sun, 18 - 19 Feb 10 am - 4 pm Byron Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4 REIKI LEVEL 2 with Catherine Harrison Continue your Reiki journey as we explore the symbols in healing, then learn to draw and use these symbols. We will explore the power of distance healing, house and space clearings and hands on healings. We dive into the chakras and the energy bodies, learning how to balance, cleanse and clear any blocks preventing you from moving forward in your life. Deepen your healing journey through expanding your healing abilities. Pre-requisite - must have completed Reiki Level I. Fri, Sat & Sun, 17 - 19 Mar 10 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $269 Full Fee: $299 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

YOGA OVER 60S with Elle Laureau If you’d like to practice Yoga in a safe and welcoming environment and you are over 60, this course if for you! We’ll practice some gentle Yoga postures, synchronising movement with breath for a good stretch, body strengthening and mind relaxation. All levels and age over 60s are welcome. 8 Mon, 6 Feb - 27 Mar 7:30 - 9 am Mullum Concession: $162 Full Fee: $180

MINDFULNESS & HEALTHY LIFESTYLE with Elle Laureau Learn simple mindfulness techniques that will help to calm busy minds. If you are struggling with an overthinking intellect, anxiety, or insomnia, these basic meditation practices can help you to be more present to each moment, slow down and quiet the chattering of the mind. 8 Mon, 6 Feb - 27 Mar 9:30 - 11 am Mullum Concession: $162 Full Fee: $180

PREGNANCY YOGA with Stacey Astley-Clark

NEW Prenatal yoga helps create strong, conscious mothers. In this 6 week program you’ll learn safe, simple techniques to increase strength and flexibility, learn practical skills for childbirth, relieve aches and pains, lower stress and anxiety, connect to your baby. 6 Sat, 11 Feb - 18 Mar 9 - 10:30 am Brunswick Heads Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199 FACE YOGA with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch Lift your Face! Lift your Spirit! Face yoga uses muscle exercises, conscious breathing and body poses to tighten, tone and lift your face naturally. During this course you will learn a set of exercises to smooth wrinkles, lift droopy eyelids, improve your eyesight, reduce double chins and define your jawline, which you can practice at home and easily integrate into your daily life. 4 Wed, 15 Feb - 8 Mar 10 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $111 Full Fee: $123

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID (STANDARD) with Andy Kelly In this internationally recognised training you will learn how to assist an adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence-based action plan. 2 Fri, 17 - 24 Feb | 9 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $234 Full Fee: $260 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

SELF HELP FOR ANXIETY with Dee De Haas Enjoy the warmth, care and fun of a therapeutic environment while learning proven strategies to reduce uncontrolled worry and anxiety using group work, Mindfulness and CBT strategies, which are proven to be the most effective and empowering tools to get you back on your feet if you are struggling emotionally. 6 Fri, 17 Feb - 24 Mar | 11 am - 1 pm Byron Concession: $162 Full Fee: $180 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT AND HEALING with Ri Fraser Our physical body is patterned on an underlying blueprint called the energy or subtle body. Therefore, if we improve flow and vitality in the energy body, our physical bodies will follow. In this course you’ll learn to read the energy field, not only of yourself, but also of others and the environment around you. This helps in making good choices in daily life, relationships and health. We will increase intuition and sensitivity through meditations, visualisations and exercises. Finally with an understanding of basic subtle anatomy and its qualities, you will learn some methods of self-healing. 4 Mon, 20 Feb - 13 Mar | 1 - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $171 Full Fee: $190

TAROT READING with Dee De Haas Tap into your inner psyche in a beautiful and powerful way by learning to read tarot. Read for yourself, friends and family, or start up your own Tarot Reading business. This course will activate your spiritual intuitiveness and personal development, as well as the confidence to read for others. 6 Tue, 21 Feb - 28 Mar | 6 - 8 pm Byron Concession: $162 Full Fee: $180

BICYCLE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE with Nick Bowden Learn how to perform regular maintenance to get the maximum out of your bicycle, become comfortable fixing a puncture and adjusting brakes and gears. Even if you usually have your bike serviced by a shop, knowing how to adjust brakes and gears “on the run”, etc. will give you the confidence to fix it yourself and keep going if something goes wrong on the ride. Sun, 5 Mar | 9 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $108 Full Fee: $120 COMMUNICATION FOR

CLARITY AND CONNECTION with Paulette Bray-Narai Most of us long for harmony in our relationships, yet often the way we express ourselves and listen to each other leads to misunderstanding, frustration and disconnection. Learn ways of communicating and listening based on “Nonviolent Communication”. This practical, learnable process can contribute to greater understanding, connection and harmony in any relationship. Thu, 9 Mar | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Online Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE MASSAGE PART 2 with Howard Rontal

NEW Myofascial constrictions in the lower body are just as enervating as they are elsewhere in the body and they distort the way people stand, walk, and move. This workshop will build on and expand the knowledge you gained in the Myofascial Release Massage, Upper Body course. When you complete the Lower Body course you will be able to give a full body Myofascial Release Massage. Fri, Sat & Sun, 10 - 12 Mar Fri 5 - 9 pm, Sat & Sun 9am - 6pm Byron Concession: $315 Full Fee: $350

GOLF FOR BEGINNERS with Chris Graham These classes are for golfers of all levels from the beginner to the regular club golfer and offer a relaxed and friendly learning environment at the Ocean Shores Golf Club with Chris Graham, a Certified PGA Professional. Classes are scheduled over five weeks covering all of the basics including short game, long game and on-course play. 5 Tue, 14 Feb - 14 Mar 12:15 - 2:15 pm Ocean Shores OR 5 Fri, 24 Feb - 24 Mar 9:30 - 11:30 am Ocean Shores Concession: $158 Full Fee: $175

BREATH OF LIFE with Ri Fraser First breath to last breath, our life depends on it. But many of us breathe shallowly, erratically, even holding our breath unconsciously. This can cause tiredness, fogginess, forgetfulness, and even contribute to poor health. In this workshop you’ll learn specific breathing techniques that help sleeping, reducing panic, anxiety and depression. 3 Wed, 15 - 29 Mar | 1 - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $135 Full Fee: $150

CRYSTAL AWAKENING LEVEL 1 with Kelly McGivern

NEW In this one day IICT approved workshop, come and experience the loving, powerful energies of crystals and how they can assist you in activating the wisdom of your heart and soul as you experience your own divinity. Awaken and develop your own unique individual healing powers as you tap into your intuition, creativity, inspiration, higher self and your heart as you take this powerful journey with the crystal kingdom. Sat, 18 Mar | 9 am - 4 pm Byron Concession: $144 Full Fee: $160 MEDITATION AND MENOPAUSE with Melinda Blair Paterson

NEW Menopause can be greatly supported with the practice of meditation. Learn how to ride the heat and anxiety waves with calm observation, release the monkey mind, and allow new found insights to emerge from the wise woman that you are. Enjoy support and sharing with other women for your rite of passage. 3 Mon, 20 Mar - 3 Apr | 1 - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $122 Full Fee: $135

HIKING with Stephen Millard Get expert advice on hiking from choosing the lightest affordable equipment to what dehydrated food to take, the lighter your pack, the more you will enjoy your hiking adventure in Australia or overseas. This course will include a half day ‘off track’ hike and the option to go on an overnight hiking and camping experience. 2 Sun, 26 Mar 9 am - 3 pm & 2 Apr 8 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $143 Full Fee: $159