Craft Cafe - Bonnybridge
Our Craft Cafes are a space for relaxation and companionship. Come along and bring your craft to work on. If you haven't got anything to work on you could do some colouring in or papercraft or you may want to have a cuppa and a blether whilst watching others create. We will have some crafting materials available for a donation.
Wellbeing Walk
Join us for a wellbeing walk. We know that being in nature can really boost our physical and mental health, yet it can be hard to get into a routine of going outside regularly.
It is free to join for the walks, which are being held bi-monthly by our volunteer Jonny. Dogs are welcome, as long as they can be in the company of other dogs.
Macmillan Cancer Coffee Morning - Bonnybridge
Join Lee for a Coffee Morning, raising money for Macmillan Cancer. This is part of the World's Biggest Coffee Morning Event.
Join us from 11.30am - 1pm at our Bonnybridge Centre. If you can bring a cake along, please do - and bring some cash to make a donation. All monies raised will be going to Macmillan Cancer.
Our volunteer Lee will be leading this event.
Rest & Recenter - Bonnybridge
Join Kerrie for a deeply relaxing Restorative Yoga session, where the focus is on rest, release and nurturing your body and mind. Using supportive bolsters, blankets and gentle props, you’ll be guided into comfortable, restful postures that allow you to fully relax and let go of everyday tension.
Yoga Nidra: Welcoming Autumn - on Zoom
What do you love about Autumn?
Sometimes we struggle with the change of seasons, the loss of summer can hit some of us hard. But every season has something to celebrate. And autumn can be so beautiful, with its vast array of colours and soft sunshine. In this nidra we welcome autumn in - and all that it has to offer us.
Craft Cafe - Bonnybridge
Our Craft Cafes are a space for relaxation and companionship. Come along and bring your craft to work on. If you haven't got anything to work on you could do some colouring in or papercraft or you may want to have a cuppa and a blether whilst watching others create. We will have some crafting materials available for a donation.
Vision Board Workshop
This creative workshop blends spiritual insight and visualisation with creative techniques to help you focus and supercharge your goals.
Mindfulness for Living 8-Week Course - Bonnybridge
This is an 8-week course that offers an understanding of Mindfulness and how to make it relevant in daily life.
Learn the skills of mindfulness to promote long-term wellbeing.
Some of the benefits of living more mindfully include reduced stress, anxiety, increased resilience and improved relationships.
The course will run over 8 weeks and sessions will be 2 hours long.
Study Group: Born to Flourish - Online
Join us for a Study Group to explore "Born to Flourish" by Richard J Davidson & Cortland Dahl.
"How new science and ancient wisdom reveal a simple path to thriving".
Synopsis of the book:
For anyone who is overwhelmed, stressed or lonely in today's world, or who simply senses they have an untapped potential to lead a more fulfilling life, here are ways to flourish.
Wellbeing Walk
Join us for a wellbeing walk. We know that being in nature can really boost our physical and mental health, yet it can be hard to get into a routine of going outside regularly.
It is free to join for the walks, which are being held bi-monthly by our volunteer Jonny. Dogs are welcome, as long as they can be in the company of other dogs.
Women's Circle: Woman - Bonnybridge
Our monthly Women’s Circles offer a carefully held space for women to come together, share from the heart and listen deeply to one another.
Each circle will be shaped around a different theme, with questions and prompts to support reflection and sharing. This isn’t a support group, and the circle isn’t a place for offering advice, guidance or solutions.
Resting into Wisdom: 10-Week Programme - Online
As we move through autumn towards winter, many of us notice a desire to slow down. Yet the demands of daily life can make it difficult to find the time and space to truly rest.
This ten-week programme offers an opportunity to explore what becomes possible when rest is given a regular place in our lives.
Yoga Nidra: Gathering In - on Zoom
As autumn settles around us, this Sunday evening Yoga Nidra offers an opportunity to pause, rest and gather yourself back in.
Inspired by the season, we’ll be drawing our energy inward, reflecting on what we want to carry with us and allowing anything no longer needed to fall away. Come and make yourself comfortable, listen to the practice and create some space before the new week begins.
Autumnal Afternoon Retreat in the Salt Caves
Join me for a special afternoon retreat, held in the Salt Caves.
We'll have some gentle movement together, a Yoga Nidra and some time to enjoy a silent meditation in the amazing atmosphere of the salt caves. This afternoon is themed around resting in autumn. The salt caves provide a perfect environment for a restful afternoon.
Hunter Moon Sauna & Circle (Lake of Menteith)
Join Susie for a sauna and dip to celebrate October's Full Moon, followed by a circle in the open air.
We have the sauna booked from 7-8pm, go between the sauna, the lake - or cold bucket or cold shower - as many times as you like. After the sauna we'll gather for a circle, with hot drinks and homemade snacks provided.
Halloween Games Night - Bonnybridge
Join us for a fun night, with a variety of different team games including a short quiz.
Dressing up is optional, but encouraged!
We'll be together from 7-9pm on Saturday 31st October. We'll put teams together, so don't worry about booking individually - no-one will be left out! Hot drinks and biscuits provided, please feel free to bring along some snacks to share.
Reiki Level 2 Training
Reiki II is the practitioner-level course for advancing Reiki skills, open only to those who have completed Level I training. The course deepens treatment techniques, introduces core symbols, and prepares students for professional practice, including distant healing.
Wintering Day Retreat: Sauchie Home Farm
As the days grow shorter and nature begins to slow, we invite you to step away from the busyness of everyday life and join us for a day of Wintering – a day retreat to help you embrace the quieter rhythm of the season.
Held by Susie from Pause & Breathe and Lisa from The Yoga Social, this nourishing day takes place at the beautiful Sauchie Home Farm.
Lunch Club - Bonnybridge
Join us for a Lunch Club - a time to get together to socialise over some food. We know that many people eat lunch alone - perhaps you work from home, or you live by yourself. Eating can be a communal occasion.
We invite you to bring your lunch along, and eat with us. Hot drinks, biscuits and chat provided! Our volunteer Lee will be the host for this event.
Wellbeing Book Club: Online
Our Book Club meets every few months, to discuss a book based around wellbeing.
In this meet-up, we're going to be discussing "Walking in the Woods"" by Professor Yoshifumi Miyazaki : "Go back to nature with the Japanese way of shinrin-yoku".
A synopsis of the book:
"Shinrin-yoku or 'forest-bathing' was coined in Japan in the 1980s and means to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the forest.
Pilates - 5-Week Block- Bonnybridge
Pilates is a low impact fitness class that focuses on controlled, strength based exercises. Pilates places special emphasis on core strength but provides an overall body workout which tones your muscles. Benefits include; improved flexibility, balance and posture.
Dianne Inglis will be the instructor for this class.
This is for a block booking of 5 sessions, starting on Monday 14th September.
Paracise™ - 5-week Block - Bonnybridge
Paracise™ is a low impact, gentle but effective functional exercise to “fabulous” music class, which offers an entry point to the millions of people who would benefit physically and mentally from lower intensity exercise.
Ideal for those who find regular fitness classes too demanding, or who haven’t exercised for a long time, or who are coming back from injury.
Mindfulness Taster - Bonnybridge
This is a session to introduce participants to mindfulness. During the hour there will be some discussions about what mindfulness is, plus some mindful meditations.
This is also an introductory session to our 8-week course, which starts on 4th October. Attending this session gives you the opportunity to meet your facilitator, and ask any questions that you might have.
An Evening of Rest & Relaxation - Bonnybridge
Join Jen and Susie for an evening of deep rest and relaxation.
We will begin the event with some gentle somatic movements before resting for a while in our restorative postures. This session is accessible to anyone who can get down onto the mat - we don't keep standing up and getting back down - once you're down, we stay there until the end of the session!
Wellbeing Walk
Join us for a wellbeing walk. We know that being in nature can really boost our physical and mental health, yet it can be hard to get into a routine of going outside regularly.
It is free to join for the walks, which are being held bi-monthly by our volunteer Jonny. Dogs are welcome, as long as they can be in the company of other dogs.
Self-Defence Course for women - Bonnybridge
This is a 6-week Self-Defence course for women: feel safer whilst at walking, learn to walk with confidence, feel less vulnerable and more empowered. Learn practical skills to stay safe.
This course integrates traditional techniques with modern technology and situational awareness to enhance personal safety.
Craft Cafe - Bonnybridge
Our Craft Cafes are a space for relaxation and companionship. Come along and bring your craft to work on. If you haven't got anything to work on you could do some colouring in or papercraft or you may want to have a cuppa and a blether whilst watching others create. We will have some crafting materials available for a donation.
Sauna & Swim (Dalgety Bay)
Join me for a sauna and swim session in August.
We have the sauna booked from 4-5pm, go between the sauna, the sea - or cold bucket or cold shower - as many times as you like.
This is being held at The Wild Sauna Company at Dalgety Bay Sailing Club - enjoy the experience of hot and cold therapy - great for both physical and metal wellbeing. This sauna is in a beautiful setting with lovely views.
Sound Journey with Morag
Sound has the power to slow down our brainwaves and allow us to access our subconscious mind. In this theta state of consciousness, we can travel to a dream-like state where we may find answers to challenges in our lives, we can change our subconscious beliefs or go on a shamanic type journey to other worlds to receive guidance.
Pamper Afternoon - Bonnybridge
When self-care meets skincare.
Join Kimberley for a relaxed afternoon of pampering - including hand massages, skin health and the chance to play with and learn about some skincare products. Finishing with a simple skincare facial.
Refreshments provided. Everyone will go home with a wee gift too.
Wellbeing Walk
Join us for a wellbeing walk. We know that being in nature can really boost our physical and mental health, yet it can be hard to get into a routine of going outside regularly.
It is free to join for the walks, which are being held bi-monthly by our volunteer Jonny. Dogs are welcome, as long as they can be in the company of other dogs.
Yoga Nidra: Coming Home to Yourself - on Zoom
As summer begins its gradual turning towards autumn, there is an invitation to pause... to slow the pace, take a deeper breath, and to tune in to yourself as we start to slow down after the busyness of summer.
Craft Cafe - Bonnybridge
Our Craft Cafes are a space for relaxation and companionship. Come along and bring your craft to work on. If you haven't got anything to work on you could do some colouring in or papercraft or you may want to have a cuppa and a blether whilst watching others create. We will have some crafting materials available for a donation.
Community Yoga - 6-Week Block: Bonnybridge
Suitable for all abilities and a perfect introduction for beginners to yoga, this Gentle Vinyasa Flow is designed to help you connect with your breath, build mindful movement, and restore balance to body and mind.
Whether you're brand new to yoga or simply craving a slower pace, this class offers a supportive environment where you can move with intention and feel good in your body.
Nia Dance - 5-Week Block - Saturday Morning - Bonnybridge
Over five weeks, we’ll journey together through the same Nia routine Grace - which stands for Grounding, Relaxation, Awareness, Centering and Energy.
Repeating the same routine each week gives us a chance to settle more deeply into the experience. Instead of concentrating on “getting it right,” we gradually let go of thinking about the steps and begin to enjoy the movement more naturally.
Sauna & Swim (Lake of Menteith)
Join me for a sauna and swim session in August. We have the sauna booked from 7-8pm, go between the sauna, the lake - or cold bucket or cold shower - as many times as you like.
Lunch Club - Bonnybridge
Join us for a Lunch Club - a time to get together to socialise over some food. We know that many people eat lunch alone - perhaps you work from home, or you live by yourself. Eating can be a communal occasion.
We invite you to bring your lunch along, and eat with us. Hot drinks, biscuits and chat provided! Our volunteer Lee will be the host for this event.
Vinyasa Yoga Flow - Yoga with Audrey - 6-week Block - Bonnybridge
Step onto your mat and into a practice that’s as empowering as it is inclusive. Vinyasa Yoga Flow invites you to move with intention—flowing seamlessly from one posture to the next while aligning breath, body, and mind. These classes are designed to help you feel stronger, more centered, and deeply relaxed by the end of each session.
Chair Yoga Wednesday Night - 6-Week Block - Bonnybridge
In these classes you will use the support of the chair to arrive in yoga poses, move, breathe & ultimately feel good! Benefits of chair yoga include increased mobility, increased strength, reduced stress, and a clear mind.
Chair yoga is for all ages and levels, no prior yoga experience necessary, just bring yourself and an open mind!
5 Element Qi Gong: 5-Week Block - Bonnybridge
Five Element Qi Gong is a mindful movement and breath practice that aligns the body’s energy (Qi) with the natural cycles, using the five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each element corresponds to specific organs, emotional qualities, and energetic intentions. A weekly approach allows a deeper exploration and embodiment of each element’s movements and benefits.
Mindfulness Taster - Bonnybridge
This is a session to introduce participants to mindfulness. During the hour there will be some discussions about what mindfulness is, plus some mindful meditations.
This is also an introductory session to our 8-week course, which starts on 4th October. Attending this session gives you the opportunity to meet your facilitator, and ask any questions that you might have.
A Morning of Qi Gong - Bonnybridge
We would like to welcome you to our half-day Qi Gong retreat at The Place to Pause and Breathe, Bonnybridge.
During the course of the morning, we will explore the fundamental principles of Qi Gong, including posture, breath, and the movement of Qi (life energy).
Community Litter Pick & Coffee Afternoon - Bonnybridge
Meet at our Bonnybridge centre at 1.30pm to join a litter pick, making the community a nicer place to be for everyone. This is followed by a cuppa, cake and chat in The Place to Pause & Breathe from 2.30-3.30pm.
Wellbeing Walk
Join us for a wellbeing walk. We know that being in nature can really boost our physical and mental health, yet it can be hard to get into a routine of going outside regularly.
It is free to join for the walks, which are being held bi-monthly by our volunteer Jonny. Dogs are welcome, as long as they can be in the company of other dogs.
Quiz Night - Bonnybridge
We're holding a Quiz Night to raise money to decorate our centre, and to celebrate our Community Interest Company turning 6!
We're coming together on Saturday 8th August 7-9pm for a Quiz Night. In teams of 6 you'll play for some amazing prizes (yet to be decided, perhaps they'll be imaginary?). You can either join up as a team, or sign up individually as we'll be putting some teams together. It's £10 per person (£60 per team) - hot and soft drinks and snacks will be provided. Please note that the event will be alcohol-free.
Craft Cafe - Bonnybridge
Our Craft Cafes are a space for relaxation and companionship. Come along and bring your craft to work on. If you haven't got anything to work on you could do some colouring in or papercraft or you may want to have a cuppa and a blether whilst watching others create. We will have some crafting materials available for a donation.
Nia Dance - 7-Week Block - Thursday Night - Bonnybridge
Over seven weeks, we’ll journey together through the same Nia routine Grace - which stands for Grounding, Relaxation, Awareness, Centering and Energy.
Repeating the same routine each week gives us a chance to settle more deeply into the experience. Instead of concentrating on “getting it right,” we gradually let go of thinking about the steps and begin to enjoy the movement more naturally.
An Introduction to Qi Gong: 6-Week Block - Bonnybridge
This are an introductory sessions for Qi Gong. Qi Gong can be used as a complementary treatment for various common ailments. Practicing Qi Gong can help to improve overall health and wellbeing and reduces mental and physical stress.
In this 6-week block we'll practice a variety of different Qi Gong moves, taken from different sets.