Courses

Over four relaxing and creative weeks, you’ll be guided through making a variety of handmade items that are perfect for self-care or thoughtful gifts for loved ones. Whether you’re treating...
Date & times
Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 10am - 12pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Come and join us for this potentially life changing course and develop your own wellness plan and get back into the driving seat of your life! Together we will explore what...
Date & times
Tuesday 3 November 2026 at 10am - 1pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Join us for this information session and discover more about A Plan for Living Well A potentially life changing course that will help us to create our own wellness plan...
Date & times
Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 10.30am - 12pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

This one-off workshop is delivered by those with lived experience and looks at the life and experiences of someone living with a diagnosis of ADHD and the fascinating insight of...
Date & times
Thursday 1 October 2026 at 1pm-3.30pm
Tuesday 15 December 2026 at 10am-12.30pm
Venues
Folly Hall, Huddersfield, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield HD1 3LT
Ravensleigh Resource Unit, Dewsbury, 28 Oxford Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4LL

Welcome to the Calderdale and Kirklees Recovery & Wellbeing College. As a new student, this introductory session is a great place to start. It will help you understand who we...
Date & times
Monday 7 September 2026 at 10.30am-12.30pm
Monday 2 November 2026 at 10.30am-12.30pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG
Online
Fully BookedDelivered by our Creative Practitioner, Sarah O’Boyle, this six-week course invites participants to explore gentle doodling techniques and simple one-page book-making processes. Each session offers a gentle, hands-on introduction to...
Date & times
Monday 7 September 2026 at 10.00am-12.00pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

It’s time to harness the power of the breath to support us through difficult times. Conscious deep breathing can be used as a mindful tool to regulate our emotions, reduce...
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Tuesday 8 September 2026 at 6.00pm-8.00pm
Venues
Online

This course is a follow-on from our introductory breathwork workshop, Breathe Deep, and offers more time to explore, practice, and connect. Over four weeks, with the help and support of...
Date & times
Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 1 - 3pm
Venues
Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield, New North Parade, Huddersfield, HD1 5JP

Come and join fab facilitator Ali for a relaxing and enjoyable festive crafting session where you can unwind, get creative, and make your own unique Christmas decorations using air-dry clay....
Date & times
Wednesday 2 December 2026 at 10:30am-12:30pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Decopatch is a creative activity using mixed media and paper craft techniques. On this fabulous workshop, our amazing volunteers Wendy and Jana will introduce you to the techniques of this...
Date & times
Wednesday 9 December 2026 at 10am-12.30pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Join us for a relaxed and supportive photo editing session with Creative Practitioner, Jess, and volunteer, Russel, designed as a follow-on to our Click Happy Photography Journeys. This workshop offers...
Date & times
Thursday 8 October 2026 at 1.30 - 3.30pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Join Creative Practitioner Jess and friendly volunteer Russel, for one or more of our brand new, relaxed and supportive photography journeys. These sessions will focus on generating a sense of...
Date & times
Thursday 17 September 2026 at 2.30pm-4.00pm
Thursday 24 September 2026 at 1.30pm-3.00pm
Thursday 1 October 2026 at 1.30pm-3.00pm
More dates available
Venues
Greenhead Park, Gledholt Road Entrance (Adjacent to the Junction Public House) HD1 4LA
Ravensleigh Resource Unit, Dewsbury, 28 Oxford Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4LL
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Are you ready to boost your confidence and believe in yourself? If so, why not join this one-off, supportive confidence-building online workshop, designed for anyone looking to enhance their self-belief...
Date & times
Tuesday 8 September 2026 at 10.00am - 12.00pm
Venues
Online

Discover a calming and creative approach to woodwork in this brand new 2026 course. You’ll learn how to design bold, rhythmic patterns, carve them into a flat wooden board, and...
Date & times
Wednesday 9 September 2026 at 10.30am-12.30pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Feeling disconnected or alone at times is something many of us experience, but it doesn’t have to be a permanent state. In this warm and welcoming course, our friendly and...
Date & times
Monday 5 October 2026 at 12.30-3pm
Venues
Folly Hall, Huddersfield, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield HD1 3LT

Explore the expressive art of mandala-making in this 3-week course designed to nurture your creativity and support your well-being. Guided by a gentle, friendly approach, you’ll experiment with stencils, collage,...
Date & times
Monday 21 September 2026 at 1 - 3pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Have you’ve ever wondered about trying one of our Doodling courses, but not been sure if it’s for you? If so, then this Doodling Taster session might be just the...
Date & times
Tuesday 8 September 2026 at 10.00am-12.00pm
Venues
Online
Fully BookedAre you curious about how you react in certain situations? Would you like to understand more about your emotions and explore a range of strategies to help you manage them...
Date & times
Wednesday 9 September 2026 at 1pm - 3.30pm
Venues
Online

We know that healthy food is important for our physical health, but it can also have a big impact on our mood. In this enlightening, one-off workshop, we will explore...
Date & times
Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 1 - 3.30pm
Venues
Online

Join us for this enlightening workshop where we delve into the transformative power of music. This session is designed to help us understand how music can be a magical tool...
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Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 1 - 3.30pm
Venues
Online

Living with guilt and shame can weigh heavy and limit how we live our daily lives. If this is something you relate to then join our lovely facilitators, Karen and...
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Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 1 - 3.30pm
Venues
Online

Do you ever find yourself trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts about past events or worries, stuck in a ‘mental loop’? If so, this one-off workshop is designed to...
Date & times
Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 1 - 3.30pm
Venues
Online

We’re starting a little earlier this year to get into the festive spirit, but it’s a good excuse to kick off the season with some fun and creativity. The festive...
Date & times
Thursday 15 October 2026 at 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

We all have a relationship with food. For some of us, this relationship can be complicated and comes with some difficult emotions. In this one-off workshop, our Recovery Coaches Laura...
Date & times
Thursday 8 October 2026 at 10.00am-12.30pm
Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 1.00pm-3.30pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Join us for this fantastic one-off workshop and discover the basic techniques of gel printing. Alongside, our friendly Peer Project Worker, James, and volunteer Rosalind, we will experiment with layered...
Date & times
Monday 14 September 2026 at 1.00pm - 3.30pm
Venues
Howlands Centre, Dewsbury, School Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1LD

Discover the art of fabric printing with our Gel Printing course! During this three-week, hands-on course and with the help and support of our fab facilitators James and volunteer Wendy,...
Date & times
Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 1-3.30pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Engaging in arts and crafts can be a great way to improve our sense of wellbeing and, with the busy festive season ahead, this one-off winter workshop is a great...
Date & times
Thursday 8 October 2026 at 2 - 4pm
Thursday 12 November 2026 at 10am-12pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Join us we head back in time to the 20th Century and learn about the Golden Age of Hollywood! On this popular four-week course, delivered by our friendly and enthusiastic...
Date & times
Wednesday 23 September 2026 at 1 - 3pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

This course has been inspired by our popular and well received Mindful Doodles course. You will have the opportunity to create a collection of simple handmade seasonal crafts like gift...
Date & times
Monday 2 November 2026 at 10.00am-12.00pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Do you find it hard to say no? Do you often go along with what others want or expect? Is it tough to get your voice heard in a respectful...
Date & times
Thursday 12 November 2026 at 1-3pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

This one-off learning seminar will help you gain a better understanding of sleep, the impact it has and, most importantly what you can do to sleep better. The session will...
Date & times
Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Venues
Online

This one-off workshop looks at the life and experiences of someone living with a diagnosis on the autistic spectrum and the fascinating insight of others looking outside in. Throughout the...
Date & times
Tuesday 29 September 2026 at 1.30pm - 3pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Journaling can be a helpful tool which can be used to enhance our sense of wellbeing; enabling us to express our thoughts and emotions in creative ways. This fab course...
Date & times
Monday 23 November 2026 at 10am-12pm
Venues
Online

Step into the creative world of printmaking in a friendly and supportive space! Over six weeks, we’ll explore a variety of techniques, including lino and gel printing while playing with...
Date & times
Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 1-3.30 pm
Venues
Howlands Centre, Dewsbury, School Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1LD

"A wonderful opportunity to learn new skills and experiment with different techniques in a supportive environment. The course leaders and group were kind, sensitive and hugely supportive." A previous lino printing learner
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Thursday 5 November 2026 at 10.00am-12.00pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Join us for this two-week course as together, we take a look at printing. You will learn about different techniques and colour mixing before having a go at printing yourself. ...
Date & times
Thursday 15 October 2026 at 10am-12pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

If you are diagnosed or identify as having ADHD yet feel you don’t fully understand the condition? Do you want to meet others with ADHD and share your experiences? Do...
Date & times
Thursday 5 November 2026 at 1pm - 3.30pm
Venues
Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield, New North Parade, Huddersfield, HD1 5JP

We can all experience uncertainty, panic and signs of anxiety at times in our lives. For some, these feelings can become overwhelming and have a significant impact on our daily...
Date & times
Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 10am - 12.30pm
Venues
Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield, New North Parade, Huddersfield, HD1 5JP

Sometimes the simplest things can be the hardest. Minor tasks such as getting out of bed, answering the phone, making decisions, can all take major effort. With depression, things that...
Date & times
Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 1 - 3.30pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Relationships are a big part of our lives — they shape how we see ourselves, how we connect with others, and how we experience the world around us. But sometimes,...
Date & times
Thursday 17 September 2026 at 1pm - 3.30pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

This learning seminar aims to help you understand depression, how it affects you and how you can start to feel better. Designed and facilitated by two friendly psychological wellbeing practitioners...
Date & times
Tuesday 8 December 2026 at 12.30-2.30pm
Venues
Online

This learning seminar will help you develop your knowledge and awareness of stress, how stress affects you and most importantly what you can do to manage it. The session will...
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Tuesday 8 September 2026 at 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Venues
Online

Join us for this relaxing one-off festive printing workshop where we will combine both gel and block printing to create our own greetings cards, wrapping paper, gift bags and more!...
Date & times
Tuesday 8 December 2026 at 12.30pm-3.30pm
Venues
Howlands Centre, Dewsbury, School Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1LD

Taking some time out to focus on a mindful and creative activity can really help enhance our sense of wellbeing. So come and join us for this six-week online course....
Date & times
Thursday 3 September 2026 at 10am - 12pm
Venues
Online

Learning lots of different calming art techniques with a sense of achievement at the results
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Tuesday 3 November 2026 at 10.00am-12.00pm
Venues
Online

Mindfulness is a life skill we can all learn. It involves the ability to become aware of what is happening in the present moment, rather than being on automatic pilot,...
Date & times
Thursday 22 October 2026 at 11am - 12pm
Venues
Online

Join our friendly Peer Worker, James, and volunteer, Jana, for this unusual, creative course. Over four weeks we will look at creating our own 3D sculpture using wire armatures (cores),...
Date & times
Thursday 10 September 2026 at 1.30pm - 4.00pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

This fabulous four-week course is one of our most popular and we are sure it will continue to be a firm favourite here at the Recovery & Wellbeing College. Throughout...
Date & times
Thursday 1 October 2026 at 10am - 12.30pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Join Recovery Coaches, Laura and Erika for this five-week course where together we will explore the essence of mindfulness in nature. We will discover different ways of practicing mindfulness within...
Date & times
Tuesday 3 November 2026 at 1.00pm-3.30pm
Venues
Greenhead Park Community Room (opposite tennis courts), Huddersfield, Greenhead Park, Huddersfield HD1 4HS

Mental health medication can be a lifeline — but it can also raise questions, concerns and side effects. Everyone’s experience is unique, and understanding how your medication works is a...
Date & times
Wednesday 7 October 2026 at 1.30pm-3:30pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Music is a wonderful thing and can greatly enhance our sense of wellbeing. On this fun and interactive three-week course we’ll discover how music can help us better manage our...
Date & times
Wednesday 25 November 2026 at 10am - 12pm
Venues
Howlands Centre, Dewsbury, School Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1LD

Join us for a hands-on cooking session where we turn fresh, locally grown produce from our beautiful community garden into delicious, nourishing meals. More than just a cooking class, it’s...
Date & times
Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 1.30pm-3.00pm
Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 1.30pm-3.00pm
More dates available
Venues
The Outback Community Garden, Halifax, Lightowler Road, HX1 5NB

It’s Time to R.I.S.E. and Redefine! Are you ready to understand yourself better, overcome past challenges, and step into your full potential? If so, join this brand new, transformative 6-week...
Date & times
Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 1.30pm-3.30pm
Venues
Folly Hall, Huddersfield, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield HD1 3LT

During this one-off festive winter workshop, we will discover how to create handmade decorations for our homes and/or cards and gifts. Using nothing but a pencil, paper and scissors we...
Date & times
Thursday 22 October 2026 at 1-3pm
Thursday 3 December 2026 at 10am-12pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Are you a music lover? Would you like to meet new people and collaborate in a creative setting with others? Have you ever fancied having a go at writing your...
Date & times
Tuesday 3 November 2026 at 10am - 12pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

The instructions are clear with knowledgeable demonstrations from really friendly and enthusiastic tutors, I felt really welcomed and included.
Date & times
Thursday 5 November 2026 at 1-3.30pm
Venues
Howlands Centre, Dewsbury, School Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1LD

Come and enjoy some old-school Hollywood glamour, with a festive twist! Book your seat now for this extra-special, Christmas-themed celebration of the Golden Age of Hollywood! 😊 In this one-off...
Date & times
Wednesday 9 December 2026 at 1pm-3.30pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

Come and join Ali on this popular course and be part of something bigger – in a way that feels right for you. This six-week creative wellbeing course invites you...
Date & times
Wednesday 9 September 2026 at 2pm-4pm
Venues
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG

This learning seminar aims to help you understand anxiety, how it affects you and how you can start to take control of it. Designed and delivered by two friendly psychological...
Date & times
Tuesday 22 September 2026 at 12.30 - 2.30pm
Tuesday 13 October 2026 at 1 - 3pm
Venues
Online
Folly Hall, Huddersfield, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield HD1 3LT

Did you know that the experience of hearing voices that other people do not is more common than many of us realise? Are you interested in developing an understanding of...
Date & times
Thursday 5 November 2026 at 1pm-3pm
Venues
Online

Join us for this 2-hour workshop, delivered by Wakefield Recovery College, designed to help you feel more comfortable talking about self-harm. Through interactive activities we will consider the how’s and...
Date & times
Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 10am-12pm
Venues
Online

Join us for this amazing, creative weaving course where we’ll explore our own personal journeys and look at how we engage with the world around us. With the help and...
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Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 1pm - 3pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Expressive writing is about self-expression. It helps us to think about our experiences and put our thoughts and feelings into words. In this welcoming course, we’ll take time to reflect...
Date & times
Thursday 19 November 2026 at 10.30am-12pm
Venues
Online

Delivered by Lulu, a professional writer from our partner Royal Literary Fund, alongside Recovery Coach, Paul, this one-off online workshop is all about increasing our confidence to write. Join us...
Date & times
Monday 21 September 2026 at 10am - 12.30pm
Venues
Online

Peer Project Worker, Ali, will guide you through a series of relaxing wool crafts that build in confidence and skill each week. We will begin with simple, colourful pom-pom and...
Date & times
Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 10.30am-12.30pm
Venues
Project Colt, Elland, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, HX5 0SQ

Join us, as together we discover the various tools and techniques of Yoga. Using ‘The 10 Keys to Happier Living, by Vanessa King ’ as a theme, we’ll explore wellbeing...
Date & times
Friday 11 September 2026 at 10 - 11.30am
Venues
Online
