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Mindfulness for LifeThis programme offers mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques that can be used in everyday life. This is so we can cope better with distress and difficulties, but also savour life and develop much more of a sense of flourishing. There is an emphasis on how to use the learning in everyday life. It is made up of 8 two hours sessions, with a full day of practice towards the end and involves about an hour of home practice per day. The Mindfulness for Life course has been found to be effective with adults in workplaces and school teachers and has been shown to create large changes in well-being. We offer online and in-person classes. MBCTThis course uses mindfulness practices and exercises to cultivate a friendly, curious, and compassionate awareness of present-moment experiences in the mind and body. It teaches skills for working with stress, unhappiness, and dissatisfaction with life. It also cultivates appreciation and savouring of life's joys, beauties, and meaningful moments. This course is not intended as a treatment for medical or psychological disorders and is not suitable for people who are currently experiencing severe problems in these areas. Mindfulness: Taking it FurtherWhat does happen after completing an 8 week course? What sustains people beyond the programmes? How can we help people maintain their mindfulness practice? How can we support people to live with greater wisdom, balance and responsiveness in the myriad different moments of their real lives? Many people graduating an 8-week programme would like to continue what they have started. This course offers that guidance and support.Online Introduction to Mindfulness: Taster session - Oxford Mindfulness Courses - 13.00 - 14.00 (BST)
Online Course
10/08/2020 - 10/08/2020
Weekly on a Monday - 13.00 - 14.00 BST
13:00 - 14:00
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Marie Johansson
Course Description
The online session will introduce mindfulness, the hour long session will include a brief tasters of mindfulness exercises, provide information about what mindfulness is (and isn't) and detail the various introductory courses available via the Oxford Mindfulness Centre. A question and answer section will be included however the number of people joining each session will impact on how much interaction and space there is for individual questions. These sessions will be held by Oxford Mindfulness Teaching staff and Teaching Partners.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
There is no fee for these sessions however registration is required to communicate joining instructions. These introduction and taster sessions are offered every Monday from 13.00 - 14.00 (BST) and are free for all to join. Details on how to join the session are provided once you have registered.Online Introduction to Mindfulness: Taster session - Oxford Mindfulness Courses - 13.00 - 14.00 (BST)
Online Course
17/08/2020 - 17/08/2020
Weekly on a Monday - 13.00 - 14.00 BST
13:00 - 14:00
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OMC Teacher
Course Description
The online session will introduce mindfulness, the hour long session will include a brief tasters of mindfulness exercises, provide information about what mindfulness is (and isn't) and detail the various introductory courses available via the Oxford Mindfulness Centre. A question and answer section will be included however the number of people joining each session will impact on how much interaction and space there is for individual questions. These sessions will be held by Oxford Mindfulness Teaching staff and Teaching Partners.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
There is no fee for these sessions however registration is required to communicate joining instructions. These introduction and taster sessions are offered every Monday from 13.00 - 14.00 (BST) and are free for all to join. Details on how to join the session are provided once you have registered.Online Introduction to Mindfulness: Taster session - Oxford Mindfulness Courses - 13.00 - 14.00 (BST)
Online Course
24/08/2020 - 24/08/2020
Weekly on a Monday - 13.00 - 14.00 BST
13:00 - 14:00
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Liz Lord
Course Description
The online session will introduce mindfulness, the hour long session will include a brief tasters of mindfulness exercises, provide information about what mindfulness is (and isn't) and detail the various introductory courses available via the Oxford Mindfulness Centre. A question and answer section will be included however the number of people joining each session will impact on how much interaction and space there is for individual questions. These sessions will be held by Oxford Mindfulness Teaching staff and Teaching Partners.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
There is no fee for these sessions however registration is required to communicate joining instructions. These introduction and taster sessions are offered every Monday from 13.00 - 14.00 (BST) and are free for all to join. Details on how to join the session are provided once you have registeredOnline Introduction to Mindfulness: Taster session - Oxford Mindfulness Courses - 13.00 - 14.00 (BST)
Online Course
31/08/2020 - 31/08/2020
Weekly on a Monday - 13.00 - 14.00 BST
13:00 - 14:00
See application form
Liz Lord
Course Description
The online session will introduce mindfulness, the hour long session will include a brief tasters of mindfulness exercises, provide information about what mindfulness is (and isn't) and detail the various introductory courses available via the Oxford Mindfulness Centre. A question and answer section will be included however the number of people joining each session will impact on how much interaction and space there is for individual questions. These sessions will be held by Oxford Mindfulness Teaching staff and Teaching Partners.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
There is no fee for these sessions however registration is required to communicate joining instructions. These introduction and taster sessions are offered every Monday from 13.00 - 14.00 (BST) and are free for all to join. Details on how to join the session are provided once you have registered.Online - Taking it Further - 12 Week Course 18:00 - 20:00 (BST & GMT)
Online Course
08/09/2020 - 24/11/2020
Tuesday evenings 18:00 - 20:00 BST change to GMT mid way through
18:00 - 20:00
From £275.00
Alison Yiangou
Willem Kuyken
Course Description
Taught by Willem Kuyken and Alison Yiangou this 12 week course for graduates introduces a new curriculum that is intended for graduates of 8-week programmes to: o Reinforce and deepen their mindfulness practice. o Deepen and broaden the learning of the key themes from the 8-week curriculum o Extend the learning to include o The explicit cultivation of the attitudes of mindfulness, in both formal and informal practice o The development of the positive valence system to support well-being and flourishing. o Support participants in applying all that is learned in their lives, in ways that are consonant with their values. o Provide a shared community of practice. Max group size for this course 22 course participantsEntry Requirements / Who is the course for?
To join this programme you need to be a graduate of a introduction to mindfulness 8 week course, either MBCT, MBSR, Breathworks or other similar mindfulness course.Online - Mindfulness: MBCT for Life - 8 Week Course - Thursdays - 10:00 -12:00 (BST)
Online Course
03/09/2020 - 22/10/2020
3/09, 10/09, 17/09, 24/09, 01/10, 8/10, 10/10 (Saturday, 10:00-15:00), 15/10, 22/10
10:00 - 12:00
From £250.00
Marie Johansson
Course Description
The aim of this course is to promote awareness of your mind and body through the cultivation of mindful awareness. It is suitable for people wishing to enhance their general physical and mental wellbeing. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, recurrent depression or feel generally 'dissatisfied' with your life, this course could offer you some skills in how better to respond to the 'ups and downs' of everyday living. The programme is not being offered as a treatment for any specific physical or psychological conditions. It is not suitable for people who are currently experiencing very severe problems in these areas.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone who wants a structured, practical way to learn mindfulness. It asks more from participants, but potentially also offers more change. Mindfulness practice is like physical exercise, if we do more we tend to get more benefit. It is appropriate for people new to mindfulness, anyone who has tried mindfulness before, either a course or an app or perhaps read a book and wants the structure of a course led by an experienced teacher.Online - Mindfulness: MBCT for Life - 8 Week Course - Saturdays - 10:00-12:00 (BST)
Online Course
10/10/2020 - 28/11/2020
10/10, 17/10, 24/10, 31/10, 7/11, 14/11, 21/11, 22/11 (Sunday 10:00-15:00), 28/11
10:00 - 12:00
From £250.00
Oli Bazin
Course Description
The aim of this course is to promote awareness of your mind and body through the cultivation of mindful awareness. It is suitable for people wishing to enhance their general physical and mental wellbeing. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, recurrent depression or feel generally 'dissatisfied' with your life, this course could offer you some skills in how better to respond to the 'ups and downs' of everyday living. The programme is not being offered as a treatment for any specific physical or psychological conditions. It is not suitable for people who are currently experiencing very severe problems in these areas.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone who wants a structured, practical way to learn mindfulness. It asks more from participants, but potentially also offers more change. Mindfulness practice is like physical exercise, if we do more we tend to get more benefit. It is appropriate for people new to mindfulness, anyone who has tried mindfulness before, either a course or an app or perhaps read a book and wants the structure of a course led by an experienced teacher.Online - Mindfulness: MBCT for Life - 8 Week Course - Sundays - 9.30-11.30 (BST/GMT)
Online Course
20/09/2020 - 08/11/2020
20/9, 27/09, 4/10, 11/10, 18/10, 24/10 (Saturday 10:00-15:00 BST), 25/10,1/11, 8/11
09:30 - 11:30
From £250.00
Merran Barber
Course Description
The aim of this course is to promote awareness of your mind and body through the cultivation of mindful awareness. It is suitable for people wishing to enhance their general physical and mental wellbeing. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, recurrent depression or feel generally 'dissatisfied' with your life, this course could offer you some skills in how better to respond to the 'ups and downs' of everyday living. The programme is not being offered as a treatment for any specific physical or psychological conditions. It is not suitable for people who are currently experiencing very severe problems in these areas.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone who wants a structured, practical way to learn mindfulness. It asks more from participants, but potentially also offers more change. Mindfulness practice is like physical exercise, if we do more we tend to get more benefit. It is appropriate for people new to mindfulness, anyone who has tried mindfulness before, either a course or an app or perhaps read a book and wants the structure of a course led by an experienced teacher.Online - Mindfulness: MBCT for Life - 8 Week Course - Wednesdays - 10:00 -12:00 BST
Online Course
19/08/2020 - 07/10/2020
Aug 19, 26, Sept 2, 9, 16, 23, 26 (10:00-15:00 BST), 30, Oct 7
10:00 - 12:00
From £250.00
Liz Lord
Course Description
Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
Online - Mindfulness: MBCT for Life - 8 Week Course - Wednesdays 10:00-12:00 GMT
Online Course
14/10/2020 - 02/12/2020
14/10, 21/10, 28/10, 4/11, 11/11, 18/11, 21/11 (10:00-15:00 GMT) 25/11, 2/12
10:00 - 12:00
From £250.00
Debbie Clarke
Course Description
The aim of this course is to promote awareness of your mind and body through the cultivation of mindful awareness. It is suitable for people wishing to enhance their general physical and mental wellbeing. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, recurrent depression or feel generally 'dissatisfied' with your life, this course could offer you some skills in how better to respond to the 'ups and downs' of everyday living. The programme is not being offered as a treatment for any specific physical or psychological conditions. It is not suitable for people who are currently experiencing very severe problems in these areas.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone who wants a structured, practical way to learn mindfulness. It asks more from participants, but potentially also offers more change. Mindfulness practice is like physical exercise, if we do more we tend to get more benefit. It is appropriate for people new to mindfulness, anyone who has tried mindfulness before, either a course or an app or perhaps read a book and wants the structure of a course led by an experienced teacher.Online - Mindfulness: MBCT for Life - 8 Week Course - Wednesdays - 18:00 -20:00 BST/GMT
Online Course
16/09/2020 - 04/11/2020
16/09, 23/09, 30/09, 7/10, 14/10, 21/10, 24/10 (Saturday 10:0-15:00), 28/10, 04/11
18:00 - 20:00
From £250.00
Sue Macpherson
Course Description
The aim of this course is to promote awareness of your mind and body through the cultivation of mindful awareness. It is suitable for people wishing to enhance their general physical and mental wellbeing. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, recurrent depression or feel generally 'dissatisfied' with your life, this course could offer you some skills in how better to respond to the 'ups and downs' of everyday living. The programme is not being offered as a treatment for any specific physical or psychological conditions. It is not suitable for people who are currently experiencing very severe problems in these areas.Entry Requirements / Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone who wants a structured, practical way to learn mindfulness. It asks more from participants, but potentially also offers more change. Mindfulness practice is like physical exercise, if we do more we tend to get more benefit. It is appropriate for people new to mindfulness, anyone who has tried mindfulness before, either a course or an app or perhaps read a book and wants the structure of a course led by an experienced teacher.
Mindfulness for Oxford University Staff
This course is for University of Oxford staff members who want to learn more about mindfulness, and to develop the ability to deal more skillfully with the stresses of everyday life at university.
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Mindfulness for Oxford University Students
This course is for undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University of Oxford, designed specifically with their needs in mind.
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Weekly Sitting Group
A weekly opportunity to maintain your practice in a group setting
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