The table below includes a list of courses and description, to give you a better understanding of what to expect at the session.
Course | Description |
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5 Ways to Wellbeing |
Discover five key ways to boost your wellbeing—Connect, Be Active, Keep Learning, Help Others, and Take Notice—through weekly tasks designed to integrate these practices into your daily life. |
Accredited Course enrolment |
Join us for a drop-in session to meet with a facilitator and explore our range of accredited courses. This is a great opportunity to learn about the course content, ask any questions, and see if one of our programmes is the right fit for you. No commitment required—just stop by and find out more! |
Acting Up |
An introduction to drama/acting skills. A great way to build confidence, meet new people, learn acting skills, and have some fun. |
Allotment | We have our own allotment at Southport. A great opportunity to get outdoors, meet new people and take part in the running of an allotment. Visit us at 18 Moss Rd, Halsall, Southport, PR8 4HZ. |
Arts Group |
Learn new skills to make your own creations come to life! With the guidance from our wonderfully talented volunteers. |
Art for Wellbeing | Art for wellbeing is a social group that allows people to come together to socialise, draw and get crafty. There will be a different theme each week so get your creative caps out and join us. |
Arts & Craft sessions |
Unlock your creative side with help from our volunteers. Do a mix of arts and crafts, relax, and chat. All skill levels welcome! |
Art for wellbeing- Creating your Emotion wheel: |
Explore your emotions through creativity in this calming session designed to boost self-awareness and mental wellbeing. Use art to create your own personalised Emotion Wheel—a powerful visual tool to aid expressing how you feel. No art experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind. |
Art for wellbeing-Tree of life |
Use creativity to explore your life journey. Identify strengths and skills to move forward. |
Art for wellbeing- Personal Coat of Arms | Celebrate who you are through creativity and symbolism in this empowering session. You’ll design your own Coat of Arms, a visual representation of your values, strengths, and aspirations. This session is about self-discovery—not artistic perfection—so everyone is welcome, no matter your art experience. |
Basic IT |
Learn how to use computers better at your own pace, including internet and programmes like Word and PowerPoint. |
Board Games Social |
Enjoy a friendly, welcoming session where you can play board games and meet new people to support your mental wellbeing. |
Boccia |
Join us to learn and play Boccia, an inclusive sport for all abilities. You'll learn the rules, practice throwing techniques, and enjoy team matches. Whether you're sitting or standing, this fun course helps improve coordination and skills. No experience needed—everyone is welcome! |
Body Fit | This low to medium intensity session is a cardio workout which will increase our heart rate whilst also building up strength and flexibility all through our body. Body Fit is fun and gives you a great feel good factor. The workout will end with a little stretch and relaxation |
Building Your Self-Esteem | Explore self-esteem, understand the factors that impact it, and learn techniques to improve your self-worth in this two-part session. |
Calming the Inner Storm: Managing Stress |
Join our 5-week course to learn strategies for managing stress, and understand how sleep, nutrition, and physical health affect it. |
Coffee Morning | Our coffee mornings provide an opportunity to socialise and have an informal chat, discussing a variety of topics to improve our sense of wellbeing. |
Comedy Improv with the Everyman |
Join a fun, facilitated workshop in comedy improvisation with the Everyman team |
Confidence and Assertiveness |
Gain a better understanding of confidence and assertiveness and learn tips to boost your self-confidence and speak up for yourself in this two-part course. |
Confidence Through Drama |
A fun drama workshop with games to build confidence. Each week has a different focus with Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse. |
Crafts Group |
Get creative and learn new skills to bring your craft projects to life. |
Create a Soap Opera with the Everyman |
Develop your creative skills and confidence by creating characters and scenes as part of your group’s very own Soap Opera. Expect complex characters, ongoing plot twists and the obligatory cliffhanger! |
Creative Writing with the Everyman & Playhouse |
Write for wellbeing in a non-judgmental environment. Use prompts to connect with feelings and issues. Share writing if you want to. |
Crochet for Beginners | Learn how to crochet in a friendly class. All abilities are welcome. |
Employability Skills | Get ready for work. Learn communication skills, CV writing, interview techniques, and job application help. |
Enrolment Day |
Meet The Life Rooms team, find out about our latest timetables, and book onto sessions for the month ahead. |
Everyman - Playing with Words |
A calming and creative session to create poems, stories, lyrics and all kinds of ways with words. Inclusive and open to everyone no matter your confidence with writing. Come along and try out different ways of expressing yourself through language. |
Everyman – Musical Theatre |
These sessions will focus on mental and physical well-being through the genre of musical theatre. Singing is a great way to boost happiness; we will explore songs as a chorus and movement-based choreography in a safe and friendly environment. No experience necessary! |
Film Club |
Join us for an exciting journey into the world of films! Each week, we’ll watch film clips, explore various genres, discuss our thoughts, and dive into fascinating topics about movies. |
Focus Forward – Goal Setting |
New Members Only - Set yourself realistic goals with our Health Educators. |
Free Flow Creative Writing Session | Take some time to write freely and share ideas. Try your hand at poetry, stories, or journaling in a relaxed setting. |
Gardening for Wellbeing |
Join us at The Life Rooms Garden to meet new people, get some exercise, and learn gardening tips, suitable for all levels. |
Get Your Groove On |
Enjoy a full-body aerobic workout where you can control the intensity by moving to the music. |
Healthier You |
Make sustainable lifestyle changes. Improve fitness, make healthier food choices, and learn about nutrition. |
Introduction to Drama Skills |
Explore the basics of acting and performance in a fun and welcoming environment. Learn simple techniques whilst building confidence and teamwork. |
Introduction to Physical Health |
Learn how to take care of your body and stay healthy. Discover simple ways to improve fitness and make healthier choices. Join us for a friendly and supportive group to start your journey to better health! |
Key Health messages: Healthy Eating |
Learn important facts about healthy eating and the UK government guidelines for a balanced diet. Discuss how to read food labels to make better choices. You will also plan a SMART goal to help make healthier choices in your daily life. |
Key Health messages: Physical Health |
Gain an understanding about physical activity and how it can improve your health. You will learn how to increase your activity levels and the benefits of being active. You will also set a SMART Target to help you stay on track and reach your physical activity goals. This course is designed to help you get moving. |
Key Health messages: Tobacco and Alcohol |
This course helps you learn about the risks of smoking and the benefits of quitting. You’ll also discover the government guidance regarding alcohol intake. This course is all about understanding how these habits affect your body and learning ways to make healthier choices. |
Knit and Natter |
Whether you’re new to knitting or an expert, join this social group to chat and learn knitting together. |
Laugh for Life with Henry |
Five fun workshops that use laughter to boost your confidence and improve your mental health. Finish with an exciting comedy show at the Hot Water Comedy Club in November! |
Let's Chat - Coffee Morning |
Join us for a relaxed coffee morning to chat about different themes each week, like favourite music or movies, in a social and gentle group. |
Level 1 Award in Health Awareness |
Ideal for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of personal and public health. Explore positive health practices, public health basics, and the impact of lifestyle choices. |
Level 2 Award in Nutrition for Health |
Unlock the secrets of healthy eating with this engaging qualification. Ideal for anyone passionate about the link between nutrition and health. Earn a certification upon completion. Book through a facilitator—contact us for details! |
Level 2 Award in Encouraging Physical Activity |
Join this course to learn how being active helps your body and mind, what affects activity levels, and how to encourage others. Finish the course and get accredited for your new skills. |
Level 2 Award in Understanding Mental Wellbeing |
Boost your knowledge with this accredited course on mental wellbeing. Learn how to enhance your mental health and that of others with practical strategies. Earn a certification upon completion. Book through a facilitator—contact us for details! |
Life Rooms Bingo | Join a fun bingo game with a different theme each time. |
Life Rooms Quiz |
Test your knowledge in a monthly quiz. Join us for some fun and learning. |
Living Life to the Full |
A six-part course with practical exercises and tools to manage well-being and mental health. |
Managing Anxiety |
Learn techniques and tips to control anxiety. Suitable as a follow-up to the Understanding Anxiety course or on its own. |
Men's Mental Health |
A two-part course to understand men's mental health issues. Learn ways to look after your own mental well-being. |
Mental Health Awareness |
Develop awareness of mental health issues and stigma. Learn how to help those in distress. |
Mental Health Resilience |
Learn about mental health issues and how to offer help. Develop awareness and support skills. |
Mindful Stretching |
Focus on mind and body with breathing techniques, movement, and stretching. Includes relaxation at the end. |
Music Appreciation |
Share, listen, and discuss music with others. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming group with a chosen theme each week. |
Making Music |
Join us to play music together. Bring your instrument or use ours. No musical experience needed. |
NEA: Energy Advice and Information |
Get advice on saving energy and reducing fuel poverty. Learn tips to manage rising energy prices. |
Nourish From Within: A Beginner’s Guide to Healthy Eating |
Learn the basics of healthy eating, nutrition, and meal planning with tips for budget-friendly shopping and mindful eating. |
Open Eye Photography | Explore modern and historic photography techniques and discover photographers for inspiration in this 7-session course, suitable for all levels. |
Philharmonic Discover |
Explore the symphony orchestra with Rachel in a 7-week course. Learn about orchestral instruments and music theory—curiosity is all you need! |
Philharmonic Let’s Sing |
A 7-week informal singing course with Claire, covering pop, folk, show tunes, and opera. No prior experience needed—just fun and creativity! Celebrate with a sharing session at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. |
Philharmonic Music Making | Join Sarah for a 7-week course of group music-making featuring folk, pop, classical, and world music. Bring your own instruments if you have them. End with a special sharing session at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. |
Photography Workshop |
Create a history of Liverpool through its trees. Learn photography skills and share stories in a 3-workshop course with Open Eye Gallery and Dot-Art. |
Poetry and Life Writing with Maria Isakova-Bennett |
Develop creative writing skills with our Poet in Residence. Suitable for all, with opportunities to share and publish work. |
Positive Lifeology with Transform Lives |
Become more resilient, motivated, and self-aware in this developmental course, helping you feel confident and ready for the future. |
Scrapbook Club |
Get creative and make your own scrapbook! Use photos, drawings, and other materials to create something personal and fun. |
Script Reading |
Dive into engaging scripts, explore common themes, and share your insights and experiences in this immersive script reading course. |
Self-Esteem |
A two-part session to learn about self-esteem, fight inner critics, and improve self-worth. |
Shared Reading with The Reader |
Join a shared reading session where a trained leader encourages the reading of literature, and everyone can share their thoughts and feelings |
Sit Fit |
Get your heart rate up and engage your muscles with a workout done in your chair. |
Stop Smoking with Smoke Free Sefton |
Get advice, support, and therapy to help you stop smoking. Open to anyone in Sefton. |
Side by Side session |
Help shape the future of our services. Join regular groups to develop, design, and implement our learning offer. |
Supersing with The Philharmonic |
Join a fun and friendly singing course to learn new skills, boost your mood, and improve your lung function, no experience required. |
Table Tennis and Board Game Social |
Join a friendly session to play table tennis or board games. A great way to socialize and improve well-being. |
Ted Talks: Discussion Group |
Watch and discuss online Ted Talks. Share different viewpoints and learn together. |
Tree of Life |
Use creativity to explore your life journey. Identify strengths and skills to move forward. |
Ukulele for Beginners |
Whether you're a beginner or experienced, enjoy a fun and sociable ukulele session with us. |
Understanding and Managing Anxiety |
Explore anxiety triggers, causes, and effects, and learn practical techniques to manage anxiety effectively for greater control and well-being. |
Understanding Anxiety |
Learn to recognize and understand anxiety triggers and effects. Explore ways to break the 'vicious cycle' of anxiety. |
Understanding Depression |
Learn about depression, its causes, effects, and coping strategies. Increase understanding and dispel myths. |
Understanding Psychosis |
Learn about psychosis, its symptoms, and treatment methods. Understand the bio-psycho-social approach and helpful lifestyle changes. |
Understanding Sleep |
Learn why we need sleep, the causes of insomnia, and ways to improve sleep routines. |
Walking Group |
Get more active, enjoy the views, and chat with others on our enjoyable and social walking group outings. |
Women's Mental Health |
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, form friendships, and share experiences. |
What's Important to Me |
A two-part course to identify and live by your personal values. Learn to set goals and improve well-being. |