Seminars
Self Defense for women & Girls – Mir Ali
Dates:
April 19th, May 17th, June 14th, 28th, July 12th
Time: 5.30 -7.30pm
Ages: 12+
Cost: £40 per session OR £175 if paid in advance.
Our Self Defense for Women & Girls will be taught by Mir Ali, an acupuncturist and lifelong martial artist. Mir has been teaching martial arts and regular self defence seminars since the mid 1990’s.
He holds regular private sessions for groups and individuals and has held seminars specifically for women and girls for the last 4 years.
Week 1:
Introduction to Situational Awareness and a review of The Gift of Fear.
Understanding personal space and how to use it to keep a comfortable distance from people.
Learning to use voice to ask for help, say “no” and keep people at a distance. You will also learn how to raise concerns and make intentions clear to people around you.
Introduction to body language and pre-empting violence. Breathwork techniques to control fear and tension.
Basic preparation for being in public spaces.
Week 2:
Introduction to self-protection and self defence techniques.
Escape from Holds. Learning to escape from basic holds and grabs commonly used on the street.
Learn how to protect yourself from violence using voices, arms, leg and running away.
Breathing techniques to alleviate anxiety and stress.
Week 3:
“Hitting back” to escape.
Learn how to hit back using your hands, feet and body. To simulate a violent scenario, we will be wearing specially made body protection.
Week 4:
Using the environment and how to improvise weapons.
Learn how to escape from grabs and being held down.
Learn how to use clothing, furniture and the local environment as protection against being hit.
Week 5:
Consolidation of all skills learnt thus far and practice with instructor.
Equipment: None required. Loose clothing advised.
Prerequisite: We advise that all participants watch the videos at www.giftoffear.com
Introduction to shamanism – Richard Wolfstrome
Date: May 30th & 31st 2026
Time: 9am- 5pm
Cost: SOLD OUT
Teacher: Richard Wolfstrome
A weekend of discovery: join us for a practical and immersive two-day workshop exploring shamanic practices for everyday life.
Rooted in ancient traditions found across cultures, shamanism offers time-tested ways of navigating the challenges of modern living. At its heart is the understanding that we live in a world alive with Spirit – and that by shifting our awareness, we can move between worlds, access deeper insight, and restore connection with ourselves, our environment, and the unseen wisdom that surrounds us.
Through experiential practices, you’ll learn foundational techniques for working with Spirit – including the journey practice, connecting with helping spirits, and opening to guidance from the more-than- human world.
This is a hands-on introduction – no prior experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to explore. Whether you’re in a time of transition, seeking personal clarity, or longing to reconnect with something more meaningful, this workshop offers a grounded and supportive space to begin.
“Richard guided us through many magical and transformative journeys with compassion, wisdom, strength, and humour. In each session, he masterfully brought together the unique energies of all participants, creating a safe and sacred space from which we could work and explore within. His instructions were always clear and intentional, often enriched by his own personal stories, which seamlessly wove together the lessons and his extensive experience. By the end of the course, I felt incredibly fortunate to have learned from such a true master. The teachings were profound, and my only regret is not having encountered them sooner. I eagerly look forward to the next opportunity to learn from Richard.”
Andy Levy, UK
