Upcoming courses and workshops:
The following is a full list of our upcoming course and workshop dates. Please click on the button of the course or workshop in which you’re interested, where you can find out more information and book your place, depending on the start date.
Move Your Mind
Short workshop
New dates are coming soon!
Understanding Emotions with a Focus on Anger
4-week course
New dates are coming soon!
Putting Yourself First: Understanding Self-Care
4-week course
New dates are coming soon!
Trauma, Shame & Self-Care
Full-day course
New dates are coming soon!
Understanding & Coping with Feelings of Anxiety
Short workshop
New dates are coming soon!
Check out our wellbeing activities!
Supporting you to develop positive wellbeing
Other endorsed courses:
HOPE Programme Low-level Anxiety and Depression with Chronic Pain or Fatigue
A free 6-week course aimed at people who want to make positive changes
Thursdays 27 March — 1 May 2025, 10:00am till 12:30pm at The Robins Nest, Bideford AFC
Sign up here or for more information contact: j.cotton@encompass-sw.org.uk
Supporting Better Sleep Workshop — Thursday 3 April 2025, 2pm – 4pm, Online. This 2-hour workshop provides an opportunity to learn more and discuss problems with sleep.
Managing Stress & Worry Course — Wednesdays 9 April – 30 April 2025, 10:30am – 12:30pm, Online. This 4-week course will equip you with practical tools to manage stress and worry, leading to a calmer and more balanced life where you feel more in control.
Mindfulness for Everyday Living Workshop — Thursday 17 April 2025, 2pm – 4pm, Online. This workshop introduces simple yet effective mindfulness techniques to help you navigate stress, improve focus, and enhance overall wellbeing.
Restoring Balance through Breath Workshop — Thursday 17 April 2025, 2pm – 4pm, Online. This workshop explores simple yet effective breathing techniques designed to reduce stress, regulate emotions, and bring a greater sense of balance to life.
Step One BeWell free self-help courses & workshops
Yoga Wellbeing Group in Paignton — Fridays 25 April – 30 May 2025, 9:30am – 10:30am, Shekinah Grow, Preston Down Rd, Paignton TQ3 1RN. Discover the amazing benefits of yoga for your mental health, and make new connections with others at this 6-week course.
Managing Your Anger Course — Wednesdays 7 May – 28 May 2025, 10:30am – 12:30pm, Online. This 4-week course offers a supportive environment for people seeking to understand and manage their anger effectively.
Yoga Wellbeing Group in Exeter — Mondays 12 May – 16 June 2025, 9:30am – 10:30am, The X Centre, Commerical Rd, Exeter EX2 4AD. Discover the amazing benefits of yoga for your mental health, and make new connections with others at this 6-week course.
Building Supportive Connections and Community Workshop — Thursday 15 May 2025, 2pm – 4pm, Online. This 2-hour workshop will emphasise the power of connection and how nurturing relationships can improve mental wellbeing.
Challenging Negative Self-Talk Workshop — Thursday 29 May 2025, 2pm – 4pm, Online. Join the 2-hour workshop to begin building a healthier, more supportive relationship with your inner voice.
Braving Bereavement Course — Wednesday 4 June – 25 June 2025, 10:30am – 12:30pm, Online. This 4-week course offers a supportive environment to reflect, share, and take gentle steps towards healing in a way that feels right for you.
Empowering Your Authentic Self Workshop — Thursday 12 June 2025, 2pm – 4pm, Online. This wellbeing workshop is designed to help you embrace who you truly are with confidence and compassion. Delivered as part of Pride Month, this session provides a supportive space to explore self-acceptance, resilience, and personal empowerment.
The Food-Mood Connection Workshop — Thursday 26 June 2025, 2pm – 4pm, Online. This online workshop will explore the science behind nutrition and mental wellbeing.
“One of the most beautifully held, deeply nurturing and valuable courses I've ever experienced. I loved the blending of mindfulness and nature practices each week and the succession and growth throughout the sessions.” — Participant feedback
Mindful in Nature — 8-week mental health recovery course with The Sharpham Trust
Tuesday 22 April — Tuesday 10 June 2025, 10:30am — 3:30pm
The Woodland Campsite, Sharpham House, Totnes, Devon TQ9 7UT
The course aims to teach resilience and build ongoing wellbeing by combining mindfulness and a connection to nature. Available for those aged 18+ living in South Devon who have experiences of mental health challenges and an interest in the outdoors. Funding and transport support can be applied for.
There is a taster session available on Tuesday 1 April 2025 for anyone looking to find out more, explore whether the 8-week course might be right for them, and have an opportunity to meet the facilitators.
Frequently asked questions:
Check out the answers to some common questions below. If you want to ask something else, please contact us.
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The majority of our courses and workshops are free of charge. Any which carry a charge will be detailed clearly.
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Unless stated otherwise in the course or workshop’s description, anyone over 18 years of age is welcome to attend.
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Attendance varies, but the average number of people is likely to be between 12 and 16. Our aim is to keep sessions small and friendly.
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Courses and workshops are held in a variety of locations. We currently use the following locations:
Plymouth: Ernest English House, Buckwell Street, PL1 2DA & Guild House, 156 Mannamead Road, PL3 5QL
Ivybridge: Ivybridge Town Hall, Erme Court, Leonards Road, Ivybridge PL21 0SZ
Tavistock: Tavistock Library, The Quay, Tavistock PL19 8AB
Barnstaple: Pilton Church Hall, 83 Pilton St, Pilton, Barnstaple EX31 1QP & Barnstaple Pilot Gig Club, Rolle’s Quay, Barnstaple EX31 1JE
Ilfracombe: Encompass, 1 The Candar, Ilfracombe EX34 9DG
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Parking availability depends on where your course or workshop is being held. Please check the individual location for each date.