Wellbeing for you (Knitting) (Step 1) (01V17TL/24)

What will I learn?

On this course, you will learn the basics of mindfulness and how to carry out knitting activities in a mindful and relaxing way. This will include identifying sources of stress in your own life and how to apply your new skills to help you to relax in your daily life. Over the six sessions you will also learn the art of knitting in different styles and will create a small, knitted item to take home as a reminder of your achievement and participation.

How much will it cost?

The course fee is displayed at the top of this page.

This course is supported by Tailored Learning funding with an aim of improving your health and wellbeing, therefore a fee concession may be available dependent on your circumstances.

What is it like to learn with East Riding Adult Learning and Employability?

At East Riding Adult Learning and Employability, we pride ourselves on the support we give to our learners, from the very first time you contact us, to the day you achieve your goals.

If you choose to join this course you will be supported by our dedicated staff, learn in a small friendly and welcoming group, have the opportunity to take part in activities to practise your skills, be encouraged to continue to practise when you are away from the classroom and receive lots of encouragement to help you build both your skills and your confidence.

As well as working in groups, you will benefit from regular time working with your tutor, discussing your progress and planning your next steps. They will also tell you about all of the other great opportunities that you have access to including help with developing your skills, joining one of our creative skills classes or sessions to improve your health, wellbeing, confidence or resilience. If you are looking for work or aiming for a change of role, then your tutor will also make you aware of the employability programmes we have available to support you in achieving your employment goals.

Our team will be there to support you at every step of your journey and we always welcome your feedback to help us ensure that you feel safe, happy, supported and welcome.

What do I need to join the course?

This course is aimed at beginners and no prior knowledge of the craft is required.

What do I need to provide for the first session?

You will need to bring:

• 1 x pair of size 10 (3.25mm) knitting needles
• 2 x 100g balls of 4ply wool
• If you decide to knit the slippers or the hat you may need to purchase further materials later in the course, the tutor will talk to you about this.

What could I do next?

You may wish to develop your skills further with our Wellbeing for you (knitting) step 2 course. Your tutor will provide more information about this at the end of your course.

Can we help you to learn?

You can find more information on the Financial help and additional support page or you can contact us to talk about this and any other support we can provide.