Monday Morning, 9.30am-11.00am – Iyengar Yoga with Claire
Iyengar Yoga builds strength, stamina and flexibility. Promotes relaxation and improves sleep.
To book your space contact Claire on 07798725557 or email: Hanrahan_claire@hotmail.co.uk
Monday afternoon, 1.30pm – 3.30pm – Table Tennis Social Club
We welcome players of all levels, whether you have played regularly or only occasionally on holiday. We have up to three tables available and can supply all equipment. The cost is £3 per session, paid on the door. We welcome accompanied children during the holidays, free of charge.
For further information please contact Alison Shuttleworth on 07925206122 or email
Shuttsa@gmail.com
Monday Evening 6pm- 8pm – Pilates with SG Fitness
Thursday Evening 6pm- 8pm – Pilates with SG Fitness
SG Pilates offer gentle, beginner and Intermediate mat work Pilate classes and chair seated & supported Pilates
Pilates offers both mental and physical training for everyone, whatever your age, gender, size or ability. By improving mind, body awareness and focus, tension is released from the body and correct postural alignment is taught. The creation of a powerhouse through core stabilization exercises is the most effective way to strengthen the torso and protect the spine for everyday activities. Precise, controlled flowing movements mean that the muscle and ligament damage associated with other fitness routines can be avoided. Many people are looking for a gentler form of exercise that will build strength without adding bulk, improve flexibility, and enhance appearances as well as performance. Pilates does just that!
Pilates exercises will change the way you move, feel and look when practiced regularly and correctly. Pilates was originally called Contrology and developed at the beginning of the 20th century. It is a unique sequence of exercises created by Joseph Pilates, designed to help you achieve a balance of the body and mind. Pilates offers a wealth of long-term fitness, health and wellbeing benefits.
• -greater strength and muscle tone.
• -strengthens core stability muscles.
• -improve posture, flexibility, balance, co-ordination.
• -more efficient respiratory, lymphatic and circulatory systems.
• -increased bone density and joint mobility.
• -a stronger, healthier, supported spine.
• -boosted immune system.
To book for a trial session please contact Sue on 07702 236 841
Email sgpilates@outlook.com or https://www.sgpilates.com
Highwood Parish Council- Monday evenings bi-monthly
Residents are welcome to attend to hear about the latest Parish Council news and debates.
Contact the Highwood Parish Council Clerk at clerk@highwoodpc.org or see the Highwood Parish Council website for further information https://www.highwoodpc.org
Tuesday Morning, 9.15am-10.45am – Iyengar Yoga with Denise
Denise is a qualified Level 2 Iyengar Yoga Teacher
If you would like to book a place, please contact Denise on 07814 593 558
or email denise.mel@ntlworld.com
Tuesday Morning 11.00am – 12.30 Iyengar Yoga with Susan
Tuesday Evening 7.00 – 8.30pm Iyengar Yoga with Susan
Wednesday Evening 7.00pm – 9.00pm Iyengar Yoga with Susan
Iyengar Yoga improves strength, stamina, flexibility and the ability to relax. Yoga is suitable for all types of people and all levels of fitness. The classes are run in blocks. You can book a block of classes or contact the teacher if you want to drop in. The classes are for general level, students but beginners are welcome to join in. Yoga equipment available to use in the classes.
Susan is a Level 3 Iyengar Yoga teacher and a teaching Mentor. Susan has been teaching in Essex since 1980.
If you would like to book a place, please contact Susan on 07460 101510 or email susan@iyce.com
Tuesday Afternoon, 3.45pm – 6.45pm Dance Expression Studio
Wednesday Afternoon, 3.30pm – 6.45pm Dance Expression Studio
Dance Expression Studios is a young, fresh and vibrant Dance School in Essex which prides itself on the achievement of its pupils and their enjoyment of dance. We offer classes in ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz and Acrobatics.
To book a class contact Courtenay on 07778 009114 or Email info@danceexpressionstudios.co.uk
Wednesday Morning 10.00am – 12.00 Tai Chi
Tai Chi for health and wellbeing. Practised by millions of people over the centuries. Tai Chi is a practise for your whole body with real benefits both physically and mentally. First class free. All ages welcome. All levels of experience and beginners are welcome. You will receive a warm welcome from Essex Tai Chi Academy. For more information contact Instructor Peter Goodwin on 07762 140061.
League Table Tennis- Wednesday 7.15pm – 10.15pm (Run on an ad hoc basis)
This is a private table tennis hire from September – April. For more information on the table tennis league, please contact Martin Goddard on 07795 430332. Or email goddard.mchip@gmail.com
Thursday Morning 9.30am-12.30pm Hatha Yoga with Sarah
Hatha yoga is a gentle, foundational style of yoga that focuses on physical postures, breathing techniques and relaxation to build strength, flexibility and balance while calming the mind.
If you would like to book a place, please contact Sarah on 07866-362577 or Email sasadler1@aol.com
The Highwood Hub- Every Third Thursday of the Month- 1.30pm-4.30pm
This is where community can come together and have a chat, drink, a game of snooker or cards and have a good time.
Contact Tracey Poole for more information on 07903738519 or Email posies0912@gmail.com
Friday Morning 9.45am-12.15pm – Remedial Iyengar Yoga with Susan
Remedial Iyengar Yoga Classes are for people with health problems who require individual programmes rather than working in a general class. If you would like to book a place, please contact Susan on 07460 101510 or Email susan@iyce.com
The Catch-Up Café -The First Friday Morning of Every Month– 10.00am until 12.00pm
A Community Coffee morning with cakes, hot drinks, stalls and lots of opportunities to meet friends, neighbours and other members of the community and a guaranteed warm welcome.
Stalls, include a plant stall, honey, jams and chutney, jewellery, crafts, bric a brac, and Neals Yard products to name a few.
The cafe is there to offer friendship, community spirit and a feeling of belonging and a place to ‘’catch up’ All welcome. For further information call 07944-518598 or Email lesley.lkbridgman@btinternet.com
Friday Evening 7.00pm-8.00pm – Candlelit Guided Meditation The first Friday of the month (dates Can vary)
Imagine entering a room that is softly lit by candlelight and infused with the gently aroma of incense and essential oil. Each session features a beautifully crafted guided meditation, lovingly put together and evolving month to month. Soft, carefully chosen background music weaves through the meditation, enhancing the sense of calm and inner connection. Your matt, blanket and eye mask are all lovingly set out for you, allowing you to just turn up and fully surrender. Enjoy one uninterrupted hour of deep relaxation, inner stillness and nourishment to the mind, body and soul.
To book your matt www.someseptember.co.uk Or for further information contact Tracy on 07584676670
Friday Evening- 7pm-9pm- Yin Yoga – Last Friday of the month (dates can vary)
Yin Yoga is a slow, mediative practice where postures are held for longer periods, allowing the body to gently release tension while cultivating stillness, patience, and deep relaxation.
To book your place contact Jo on 07739961154 or email jobushell1980@gmail.com
Scrap Circle sessions take place on selected Saturdays throughout the months. See the website for upcoming dates
Come and join our craft days at Highwood Village Hall. A craft day offers a peaceful oasis from the busyness of everyday life, gently nourishing the mind. Learn new skills and techniques with a project or bring your own and craft away in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Light refreshment will be provided throughout the day and you are welcome to just bring your own lunch.
Booking is essential and can be booked on the ‘Crops & Workshops’ page at www.scrap-circle.co.uk
Sunday Morning 9.30am- 11.30am Pranayama Yoga- First Sunday of the month
Pranayama Yoga is the practice of conscious breathing, using gentle techniques to calm the nervous system, balance energy, and deepen the connection between body and mind.
To book your place Contact Susan on 07460 101510 or email susan@iyce.com
Time 4 Dance- Monthly- Sunday afternoons – 1.00pm-4.00pm
(These times can vary. See website for schedule)
Private dance lessons from UKA qualified dance professional and previous British, UK and International dance finalist. Offering Ballroom and Latin American. Private lessons also available for that special first wedding dance. Relaxed and friendly teaching. Time for Dance also hold regular tea dances. All levels welcome from beginners to advanced.
For more information contact Debbie Garrard on Tel 07872 427946, or email dance@time4dance.com or visit http://www.time4dance.com/
Sound bath – Sunday afternoons – 3.00pm-6.00pm-Sessions are held on selected dates rather than a regular schedule.
A sound bath is a deeply immersive relaxation experience where healing sounds and vibrations from instruments such as singing bowls and chimes wash over the body, calming the nervous system and guiding you into a meditative state of rest and renewal. To book your space contact Mandy on 07534909112 or Email mandyhaynesyoga@mail.com
For booking and hire information, please contact our Booking Clerk, Tracy on
07305 580439 0r Email: enquiries@highwoodvillagehall.org