Therapeutic Workshops
What are therapeutic workshops?
Our series of short therapeutic workshops at the Chilterns Neuro Centre help provide targeted, manageable interventions to improve overall wellbeing and offer a solid foundation for sustainable health improvements. These courses are particularly effective because they empower individuals, enabling them to integrate strategies into their daily lives to help make improvements.
By concentrating on practical and achievable milestones, they help people experience quick wins, boosting their motivation and confidence. Our courses not only improve physical health but also foster a sense of accomplishment and control, encouraging long-term adherence to healthy habits.
We have several workshops taking place during term 4 and more information on these, including dates and how to book your place, can be found below.
Upper Limb
The Upper Limb Class is a 4-week course to gain skills and knowledge on on how to increase or maintain the function and strength in your upper limb. You will also learn typical range of movements your limbs should move and how to optimise strength training to aid in your daily function.
Monday 8 September | 1-2pm
Monday 15 September | 1-2pm
Monday 22 September | 1-2pm
Monday 29 September | 1-2pm
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception.
Understanding Balance
Our Understanding Balance course is a 6-week course in a large group setting which will give you the knowledge to make your own decisions on how to support yourself in your day-to-day life. Alongside the education, there will be a variety of exercises to complement your learning. The class is appropriate for anyone who is looking to improve or maintain their standing balance and can independent mobilise with or without a walking aid.
- Monday 8 September | 2-3pm
- Monday 15 September | 2-3pm
- Monday 22 September | 2-3pm
- Monday 29 September | 2-3pm
- Monday 6 October | 2-3pm
- Monday 13 October | 2-3pm
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception.
Full Body Stretch
The Full Body Stretch is a 3-week course to give you the knowledge and resources to stretch your limbs, trunk and back in a seated position, this course is for anyone who can maintain sitting balance and have active use of limbs. By the end of the 3 weeks, you will be equipped with the knowledge of how to ease the tight muscles you might suffer with day-to-day.
Tuesday 9 September | 1-1.45pm
Tuesday 16 September | 1-1.45pm
Tuesday 23 September | 1-1.45pm
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception.
Fatigue Management
Fatigue goes far beyond just tiredness. It is a persistent and overwhelming sense of exhaustion that is not relieved by rest. It is a common symptom with people affected by MS, Parkinson’s and strokes and can affect cognitive function, motor skills and daily activities.
Fatigue Management is a 4-week course for anyone who needs support in managing their fatigue symptoms.
Wednesday 10 September | 10-11.30am
Wednesday 24 September | 10-11.30am
Wednesday 8 October | 10-11.30am
Wednesday 22 October | 10-11.30am
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception.
Beginner’s Core Class
The Basic Core Class is a 6-week course will help you learn how to strengthen your core muscles to enable better function for everyday living. This course is a mixture of physical exercises and education.
Wednesday 10 September | 1-2pm
Wednesday 17 September | 1-2pm
Wednesday 24 September | 1-2pm
Wednesday 1 October | 1-2pm
Wednesday 8 October | 1-2pm
Wednesday 15 October | 1-2pm
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception.
Mat-Based Core Class
The Mat-Based Core Class is a 6-week course is for those who have experience and an understanding of core based exercises and want to challenge their core muscles further and work harder. This course is for anyone who is able to get on/off the floor independently and able to exercise in a variety of positions. This class is available in-person or online via Zoom.
Wednesday 10 September | 1-2pm
Wednesday 17 September | 1-2pm
Wednesday 24 September | 1-2pm
Wednesday 1 October | 1-2pm
Wednesday 8 October | 1-2pm
Wednesday 15 October | 1-2pm
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception.
Art
The Art Course is a 6-session course designed to give you a chance to socialise with others and regain confidence in your creative ability with the support of our volunteer artists.
Wednesday 10 September | 1.30-3.30pm
Wednesday 24 September | 1.30-3.30pm
Wednesday 8 October | 1.30-3.30pm
Wednesday 22 October | 1.30-3.30pm
Wednesday 5 November | 1.30-3.30pm
Wednesday 19 November | 1.30-3.30pm
Wednesday 3 December | 1.30-3.30pm
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception.
Balance Class
The Balance Class is a 6-week small group for people who like a more practical approach and will include strategies, exercises, tips and advice. To get the most out of this course you will need to be able to be in a standing position for around 45 minutes with small sitting breaks.
Thursday 11 September | 9.15-10.15am
Thursday 18 September | 9.15-10.15am
Thursday 25 September | 9.15-10.15am
Thursday 2 October | 9.15-10.15am
Thursday 9 October | 9.15-10.15am
Thursday 16 October | 9.15-10.15am
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception.
Previous Workshops
Relaxation: 18 June 2025 – 2 July 2025
Falls Prevention: 13 June 2025 – 4 July 2025
Breath Support: 10 June 2025 – 8 July 2025
Improve Your Balance: 9 June 2025 – 7 July 2025
Standing Balance: 5 June 2025 – 10 July 2025
Beginner’s Core Class: 4 June 2025 – 9 July 2025
Mat-Based Core Class: 4 June 2025 – 9 July 2025
Weight Management: 3 June 2025 – 15 July 2025
New(ish)ly Diagnosed With Parkinson’s Events: 14 May 2025 – 4 June 2025
Art Course: 7 May 2025 – 16 July 2025
Sleep Workshop: 30 April 2025 – 14 May 2025
Spinal Mobility: 28 April 2025 – 19 May 2025
Full Body Stretch: 28 April 2025 – 19 May 2025
Upper Limb: 25 April 2025 – 16 May 2025
Fatigue Management: 23 April 2025 – 4 June 2025
Empower: 22 April 2025 – 20 May 2025
Newly Diagnosed (MS) Event: 11 March 2025 – 1 April 2025
Lower Limb Course: 10 March 2025 – 31 March 2025
Low Impact Mobility Course: 10 March 2025 – 31 March 2025