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Stress Management Workshops

Join online or in person. Stress can affect our clarity, energy, confidence, relationships, wellbeing and performance. This practical four-week programme is designed to help participants understand how stress affects the mind and body, recognise their personal warning signs and develop healthier, more sustainable ways of responding to stress and pressure. Participants may attend **one workshop or complete all four sessions**. Each workshop provides valuable standalone learning, while attending the full programme offers a more comprehensive journey through managing pressure, preventing burnout, improving recovery and developing healthier lifestyle habits. Every 1.5 hour workshop will combine clear teaching with practical and interactive learning. Participants will take part in guided self-assessments, personal reflection exercises, group discussions, real-life scenarios and practical activities designed to turn information into action. Nobody will be pressured to disclose personal information, and activities can be approached at each participant’s own level of comfort. The workshops will explore how to identify stress triggers, maintain clarity under pressure, recognise the early signs of burnout and establish healthier boundaries. Participants will also examine how exercise, sleep, rest, recovery, nutrition and hydration can influence energy, concentration, resilience and overall wellbeing. There will be opportunities in each session to ask questions, contribute to discussions and explore how the principles can be applied to individual circumstances. A dedicated Q&A section will allow participants to raise questions, clarify key points and receive practical guidance about the challenges they may be experiencing in work, business or everyday life. Participants will leave with practical take-home tools rather than information alone. These will include stress-trigger mapping, pressure-reset techniques, burnout warning-sign checklists, boundary-setting strategies, recovery-planning exercises and personalised action plans. The goal is not to promise a life without stress. It is to help participants become better equipped to manage it. Whether attending one workshop or the complete programme, participants will leave with greater awareness, practical strategies and clear next steps for protecting their wellbeing and performing more sustainably. **Workshop 1: Stress Management – Peak Performance Under Pressure** **Date:** Thursday, 27 August 2026 **Time:** 7:00 pm–8:30 pm **Workshop 2: Stress Management – Burnout Prevention** **Date:** Thursday, 3 September 2026 **Time:** 7:00 pm–8:30 pm **Workshop 3: Stress Management – Exercise, Rest and Recovery** **Date:** Thursday, 10 September 2026 **Time:** 7:00 pm–8:30 pm **Workshop 4: Stress Management – Wellbeing, Diet and Nutrition** **Date:** Thursday, 17 September 2026 **Time:** 7:00 pm–8:30 pm **Venue:** All four workshops will take place at the same venue and online. Ground Floor Akerman Health Centre 60 Patmos Road London SW9 6AF Participants attending online will receive a link to join after they register. Contact Ike via email at ibchukwudum@gmail.com for link to online access.

DIY IN A DAY SERIES – 5 DAY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP

**Complete details and registration via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/diy-in-a-day-series/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/diy-in-a-day-series/) **⋆⋆⋆** DIY IN A DAY SERIES – 5 DAY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP Learn the DIY basics at this 5-day workshop. If you have just bought your home or just never get round to finishing those niggling projects in your home and don’t want to rely on someone else this is a great opportunity to skill up and build the groundwork knowledge, or perhaps you just want to learn life skills. This workshop is the place to start. This course is created to add to any homeowner’s proficiency and sense of self-sufficiency. It will also benefit housing landlords who want to take on minor repairs in their properties. * DAY ONE – DIY in a Day: Drills 10am – 5pm * DAY TWO – Basic Electrics: 10am – 5pm * DAY THREE – DIY in a Day: Plumbing 10am – 5pm * DAY FOUR – Prepare & Paint: 10am – 5pm * DAY FIVE – Basic Tiling: 10am – 12.30pm * Q&A Session: 2pm – 4.30pm In the afternoon you have the opportunity ask about your individual projects. All personal protection (aprons not included), and the use of tools and materials are included. Suitable for absolute beginners. Enjoyable for everyone.

WILLOW BASKET MAKING

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/willow-basket-making-55](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/willow-basket-making-55) **⋆⋆⋆** A classic craft with a contemporary flair. One day willow basket-making workshop. Before the invention of the plastic bag most shopping was carried home in baskets, and in Britain willow was one of the main materials used to make them. If you have ever studied and admired work by a basket weaver, this is your chance to jump in and give your hands a treat. Over one day, experienced basket maker John Page will guide you through the stages of making a gorgeous traditional shallow basket in English Willow. This is an excellent beginner project in 'stake and strand' technique resulting in a very durable and strong structure. In this small workshop, there will be plenty of guidance and background information on this classic craft. John also repairs harps and plays the organ. He is a patient and easygoing tutor so come and join us for a creative, relaxing day. Beginners welcome. The use of all tools and basic materials is included.

Hand-building Pottery Workshop @ cave Pimlico

**Join our relaxed and sociable hand-building pottery workshop in the heart of Pimlico!** Perfect for beginners and those with some experience, each session starts with a short introduction to hand-building techniques before tutor Emma helps you bring your ideas to life. More experienced makers are welcome to work on personal projects with guidance as needed. **All clay, tools, glazing and firing are included. Once your piece is complete, choose a glaze colour and we'll fire it for you—ready to collect in around a month.** PLEASE BOOK VIE OUR EVENTBRITE PAGE TO SECURE YOUR SPOT: [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hand-building-pottery-workshop-cave-pimlico-tickets-1232164229379) We'd love to see you there! If you have any **questions**, email **[cavepimlico@gmail.com](mailto:cavepimlico@gmail.com)**.

CARPENTRY FOR BEGINNERS – 12 EVENINGS – WOOD TABLE

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/carpentry-for-beginners-12-afternoons-wood-table-36/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/carpentry-for-beginners-12-afternoons-wood-table-36/) ⋆⋆⋆ In this throw-away age, when all the furniture we own is assembled and not built, we are pleased to offer an opportunity to spend some precious time learning how to use ageless tools to make something everlasting from wood. These 12 evenings are a perfect starting point for many aspects of woodwork that will give you the confidence to choose and replicate basic wood joints into other projects. Using a mixture of traditional hand tools and modern drills and saws, experienced Woodworker, Len Conway will guide and inspire you as he teaches age-old techniques in joinery. As you begin making objects traditionally constructed from seasoned pine, you will learn how to use and care for chisels, saws, planes and spokeshaves. Len is an experienced woodworker and teacher. Students will work on a variety of exercises – designed to incorporate simple to advanced joints and tools that build confidence and independence. Over 12 weeks, we will cover many aspects of traditional carpentry tuition. There will be lots of practical exercises in each session including a project to make a simple frame table that you will take home. Students will work on a variety of exercises – designed to incorporate simple to advanced joints and tools that build confidence and independence. **Step I – We will get familiar with some tools of the trade:** * Introducing basic tools. Equipping a toolbox for home carpentry. * Timber selection/marking out and cutting. Tips on woods, saws and drills. * Using a plane, different types of planes. Sharpening tips and practice. * Using a chisel and its uses. Sharpening tips and practice. **Step II – You will use planes, chisels and marking tools:** * Simple joints and why we use them. * Half joints, lap joints. Practice using chisels and planes. * Bridle joints and a mortise and tenon **Step III – You will make a simple project to take home:** It’s fast-paced but with the support of Len, you will complete your own project to make a simple frame and legs for a small table * Work from selected pine and measure, mark and cut pieces. * Choose and make joints, assemble and secure with adhesive or screws. * Sand and smooth to a stage where your project is ready for staining or waxing and taken home with pride. All personal protection, the use of tools and basic materials are included.

24 WEEK WOODWORK COURSE

**Full details and registration via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/24-week-woodwork-course/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/24-week-woodwork-course/) **⋆⋆⋆** This is a content rich class and it will not be easy to catch up or redo a missed day, so please consider this when contemplating joining the course. **Suitable for:** This course is suitable for absolute beginners as well as those who have some previous experience. As much of the learning is transferred verbally, a good knowledge of English is required. We do not have minimum academic qualification requirements. **About:** If you would like to invest in yourself and learn practical skills for life, but are not interested in the academic study side of certification, this is a long woodwork course designed to take you from complete beginner to competent woodworker over 24 weeks. Using a mixture of traditional hand tools and some basic power tools, you will develop the confidence to build simple wood projects and take on many DIY and home improvement projects. Maximising your time with practical exercises, you will journey through the wonderful world of wood with an expert wood worker and tutor, who will enthuse and inspire you as you proceed. During your development, you will be able to adapt each project to suit your needs and as the number of people on the course will be small, you will have plenty of opportunity to personalise your craft skills. We keep our classes small so that a maximum of 8 students will ensure you benefit from close personal attention during your course.

INTRO TO WOODWORK – FLIP LID DOVETAIL BOX – 6 AFTERNOONS

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-afternoons-53/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-afternoons-53/) ⋆⋆⋆ **Course:** Intro to Woodwork – Flip Lid Dovetail Box **Suitable for:** Confident beginners. Some basic woodworking experience is useful for this course but not necessary. **About:** Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. An absorbing course for confident beginners and a enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience. Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. This well proportioned flip lidded box is constructed of European Redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project. You will take home a treasure to treasure and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come. If your keyboard weary hands have been needing a skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork. **Check our website for other event timetables** ➡️ [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/)

INTRO TO WOODWORK – FLIP LID DOVETAIL BOX – 6 EVENINGS

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-55/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-55/) ⋆⋆⋆ **Course:** Intro to Woodwork – Flip Lid Dovetail Box **Suitable for:** Confident beginners. Some basic woodworking experience is useful for this course but not necessary. **About:** Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. An absorbing course for confident beginners and a enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience. Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. This well proportioned flip lidded box is constructed of European Redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project. You will take home a treasure to treasure and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come. If your keyboard weary hands have been needing a skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork. **Check our website for other event timetables** ➡️ [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/)

UPHOLSTERY – BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR – MONDAY EVENINGS

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/upholstery-bring-your-own-chair-monday-eve-20/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/upholstery-bring-your-own-chair-monday-eve-20/) **⋆⋆⋆** KEY PROJECT: RE-UPHOLSTERING YOUR OWN CHAIR. Suitable for beginners and fun for advanced learners. This workshop is led by Krasmira Nikolova, an experienced upholsterer. We provide the use of all upholstery tools and equipment including compressed air staple guns. Basic upholstery materials that you require for your project will be moderately charged on a pay-as-you-use basis and will be dependent on each chair’s requirements. We can advise you on the purchase of your top fabric and we have a lovely library of fabric samples to help make up your mind. The Goodlife Centre sells all the basic tools and materials for use on projects worked on at home. This is a fantastic chance to up-cycle and personalise a family piece you have at home or a junk shop find and a great way to immerse yourself into the wonderful world of upholstery. The course is suitable for both beginners and those who have a basic knowledge but little experience who wish to extend their expertise. **Choosing a suitable chair** If you are a newcomer to upholstery, there are a couple of pointers to help you choose a chair to work on. Choose something that has one or two flat planes – a seat and a back – as curves and arms are more complex and take longer to achieve. The chair on the right was completed in about 12 weeks. If you are a complete beginner, you could bring something more simple such as an upholstered footstool. More experienced upholsters can bring more complex pieces. Your chair can be traditionally built or modern, but be aware that some modern pieces have been constructed using machinery and are difficult to recreate by hand. [Click here for a detailed PDF of suitable chairs.](https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2r8UvbQtaH5RTVKUjlBdkhDX3c/view?usp=sharing) **Please email info@thegoodlifecentre.co.uk with a photo of your chair prior to the course so we can answer any suitability questions and advise if your chair is suitable**. We have very limited storage at the centre, so we can only store smaller pieces during the course. Please make sure the total dimensions are less than 1000mm high by 750mm wide, with a depth of 750mm. The use of tools and machinery is included. All materials will be charged at nominal rates. Some materials will not be kept in stock but can be ordered. Approved projects can be stored at the centre. We cannot offer additional time to work on your project outside of workshop times.

CLOTHES MAKING & ALTERING WORKSHOP

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-eve-6-11-weeks-2/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-eve-6-11-weeks-2/) **⋆⋆⋆** Do you want to jump into making your own clothes but have never used a pattern? Do you wish to copy a beloved piece of clothing? Would you like to learn how to adjust your own pattern to fit just you? Learn how to take body measurements, read and alter a commercial pattern to fit, lay out and cut fabric and construct a finished garment to a high standard using one of our Janome 525s or Bernina 1008 series sewing machines. During the sessions of this small group of learners you will gain confidence and improve any sewing skills you already have. If you have never used a machine, we can guide you through making a simple garment from a purchased pattern. Bring your own pattern or use one of our small selection. If you have sewing experience but want to start creating your own patterns, you can learn how to create a bespoke piece of clothing. You can also bring a piece of clothing to alter or fix. We supply the basics and the calico you will use to make a ‘toile’ (an inexpensive mock up) to save you ruining your chosen final fabric. Along the way, talented tutor and seamstress will teach you lots of techniques and tips to ramp up your sewing passion. This is a perfect class if you have been teaching yourself so far, or if your last project was made a long time ago at school. **Suitable for:** Suitable for beginners, enjoyable for those with experience. A good level of English and basic math skills are useful. **Next start date:** Check our website for more dates: [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/)

Bank Holiday Monday Sip & Paint

HARD WOOD TREASURE BOX

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/hard-wood-treasure-box-17/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/hard-wood-treasure-box-17/) **⋆⋆⋆** **Suitable for:** Absolute beginners. No prior experience in woodworking is required for this course. **About:** A taster in using professional woodworking machines to make a hardwood box. This is a content rich three-day course in a very small class size which includes: * **Supervised use of woodwork machinery**. **(surface planer thicknesser, panel saw, table router, hand router and bandsaw.)** * **Learning how to use jigs**. * **Solid wood carcass construction.** From a technical drawing and a length of timber to the final sanding of the completed box, expert cabinet maker, Chris Burley will guide each learner through all the steps needed to create this hardwood treasure box. The box measures 330mm x 210mm x 150mm and can be used to store lots of special things and perhaps become an heirloom! The beautiful hardwood and veneers used for this project has been sourced and prepared from a sustainable woodyard. The course begins by explaining how to stay safe while using our professional and powerful woodworking machines. Chris will talk you through the materials and tools you will be using and let you practice before beginning the project. We have created a cutting list so that each person can learn how to process the wood and begin making very quickly. If you hanker to use some big machines and learn how to use jigs and to work accurately from plans, this is a great course for you. **Steps to making your own Treasure Box:** 1. Student introductions, inspirations and knowledge. 2. Introduction to the project. 3. Health and Safety. 4. Understanding the materials and tools we will be using in this course (wood technology, proper usage of the tools, jigs). 5. Practice on how to use the tools and jigs in the workshop. 6. Cutting list. 7. Making. Each student will be provided with a printed technical drawing Use of tools and materials supplied.