PILATES with Laura Kavanagh How is your relationship with your body? If you find yourself thinking often that you’d like to be stronger, more flexible or simply more confident in your body but you don’t know how or where to start - this is the course for you. This comprehensive beginners Pilates class will guide you through the fundamentals of moving well. Learn to move in a way that supports optimal function of both your body and mind, in a supportive, small group environment. 8 Mon, 26 Oct - 14 Dec | 5 - 6pm Online Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

LAWN BOWLS FOR BEGINNERS with Graeme Condie NEW The learning outcomes for this course are to be able to understand the basics of Lawn Bowls, including the stance and delivery of the bowl backhand and forehand, understanding the bias of the bowl, how the green and rinks are set up in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 5 Tue, 27 Oct - 24 Nov 11am - 12:30pm Ocean Shores Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

LAST AID - CARING FOR THE DYING AT HOME with Don Hansen Participants will learn how to be of genuine service to others, who may be family or friends, who are dying and who have chosen to die at home. Any person can attend this course and it can, if you wish, lead on to full training as a volunteer carer for Amitayus Home Hospice Service. 7 Thu, 22 Oct - 3 Dec 6:30 - 8:30pm Mullum Concession: $169 Full Fee: $189 GOLF FOR BEGINNERS with Chris Graham These classes are for golfers of all levels from the beginner to the regular club golfer and offer a relaxed and friendly learning environment at the Ocean Shores Golf Club with Chris Graham, a Certified PGA Professional. Classes are scheduled over 5 weeks covering all of the basics including short game, long game and on-course play. Tue 13 Oct - 10 Nov | 12.15 - 2.15pm or 5 Fri, 13 Nov - 11 Dec 9:30 - 11:30am Ocean Shores Concession: $140 Full Fee: $155

COMMUNICATION FOR CLARITY AND CONNECTION with Paulette Bray-Narai Most of us long for harmony in our relationships, yet so often the way we express ourselves and listen to each other leads to misunderstanding, frustration and disconnection. This course will introduce you to ways of communicating and listening based on “Nonviolent Communication”, also known as “Compassionate Communication” - the revolutionary work of Dr Marshall Rosenberg. This practical, learnable process has been proven to contribute to greater understanding, connection and harmony in any relationship- whether with your family and friends, colleagues or intimate partner, and of course – yourself. Fri, 16 Oct | 10am - 2pm Byron Concession: $76 Full Fee: $84

TAI QI YOGA with Jackie Wallin

NEW This online yoga class offers a unique blend of tai chi, qi gong, shaolin and yoga practices that encourage increased circulation, stimulate organ function, increase flow and ease in the body and create space and openness within the mind. A beautiful practice to harness joy and cultivate healing at the cellular level that is accessible and easy to follow along at home. 3 Fri, 16 - 30 Oct | 10 - 11am Online Concession: $38 Full Fee: $42

YOGA @ HOME 6 WEEKS with Jackie Wallin This 6 week online class offers you a gentle, therapeutic yoga sequence to help get you moving, release any stiffness, lubricate your joints and increase your energy levels. Be part of a community of home based yogis and have some fun together! 6 Fri, 13 Nov - 18 Dec | 10 - 11am Online Concession: $71 Full Fee: $79 LOMI LOMI MASSAGE TRAINING with Tina Featherheart In this hands-on practical massage training tied with clear-mind focus you will learn Hawaiian philosophy, intention and flow resulting in the ability to give and receive a one and a half hour massage. Create a sacred and professional work space and share from your heart. Suitable for newbies and experienced therapists. 3 Thu, 22 Oct - 5 Nov | 10am - 5pm Byron Full Fee: $289 *Subsidised Fee: $0 ($25 admin fee)

LOMI LOMI - LEVEL 2 with Tina Featherheart This is a continuation of Lomi Lomi Level 1. You will be using the massage stroke techniques already studied with the introduction of the forearm as a tool, and some new ways of moving around the table. Along with more Hawaiian Huna knowledge and the opportunity to widen your understanding of the philosophy, from within. This course will definitely take your massage skills to another level! 3 Thu, 26 Nov - 10 Dec 10am - 5pm Byron Full Fee: $289 *Subsidised Fee: $0 ($25 admin fee)

CONSTRUCTIVE EMOTIONS AND OVERCOMING DESTRUCTIVE BEHAVIOUR with Horst Tietze

NEW There are two families of emotions influencing human behaviour: constructive and destructive emotions. This program is an introduction to the science of emotions, its vocabulary, differentiation, emotional episode timeline and how it’s affecting our behaviour. The course includes an introduction to mindfulness of breathing practices, conative, attentional, cognitive and emotional balance plus the four virtues of the heart. 6 Sat, 24 Oct - 28 Nov 10am - 12pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

FACE YOGA with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch Face Yoga. Lift your Face! Lift your Spirit! Face Yoga uses muscle exercises, conscious breathing and body poses to tighten, tone and lift your face naturally. During the course, you will learn a set of exercises to smooth wrinkles, lift droopy eyelids, improve your eyesight, reduce double chins and define your jawline, which you can practice at home and easily integrate into your daily life. 4 Thu, 19 Nov - 10 Dec 10am - 12pm Mullum Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

REIKI LEVEL 1 with Catherine Harrison Reiki is a gentle Japanese method of hands-on energy healing that works on all levels of a person and is simple to use and easy to learn. You will learn how to Reiki yourself, children, pets and plants. You will receive an attunement into Reiki Level 1, an ancient healing symbol of protection and a certificate on completion. This is a healing journey open to everyone for a relaxing and inspiring workshop. Empower yourself today and bring this ancient healing art into your life. Sat & Sun, 14 - 15 Nov | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

REIKI LEVEL II with Catherine Harrison Continue on your Reiki journey as we explore the symbols in healing, then learn to draw and use these symbols. We will explore the power of distance healing, house and space clearings and hands on healing’s. In Reiki Level II we dive into the chakras and the energy bodies, learning how to balance, cleanse and clear any blocks preventing you from moving forward in your life. Deepen your healing journey through expanding your healing abilities & join us for an enjoyable insightful workshop. Students must have completed Reiki Level I to attend. Fri, Sat & Sun 4 - 6 Dec 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $227 Full Fee: $252

AYURVEDA AN INTRODUCTION with Christina Covington This course will plant the roots for understanding and deeply connecting with this ancient tradition of ayurveda and its alchemy with the elements. We journey with the elements to find an ease of understanding, learning how to simply integrate this into your daily life, for health and wellbeing. 4 Mon, 19 Oct - 9 Nov | 6 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

HERBAL LOTIONS AND POTIONS with Louise Plant Making your own herbal lotions and potions is a great way to know what you’re putting onto your skin. Join us as we learn to make a selection of body care products that are sure to get your skin glowing whilst gaining the benefits and healing properties of herbs. We will cover the art of extraction, infusion, harvesting and drying techniques for optimum potentiality for topical preparations, lotions, potions, decoctions and infusions. Let’s share the herbal love in this fun filled class as we revitalize and nourish our skin. Tue & Wed, 1 - 2 Dec | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199

IMPROVE YOUR GUT HEALTH with Louise Plant Your digestive system is much more than a food processing tube. It houses about 85 percent of your immune system. When your GI tract is not working well, a wide range of health problems can appear, including allergies and autoimmune diseases. If you suffer from health issues, you will find it hard to recuperate without healing your gut first. Balancing the menagerie of microorganisms that occupy your GI tract is a key part of maintaining your immune health. This course will give you the practical components to learn to make, heal and repair the gut with the power of food and ferments. 2 Tue, 8 - 15 Dec | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178 PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT

AND HEALING with Ri Fraser In these classes you will learn the basic anatomy and qualities of the subtle energy body. The energy body holds the underlying blueprint for the physical body. Being able to read energy fields of oneself and others and the environment around you helps enormously to make good choices for daily life, relationships and health. We will increase intuition and sensitivity through meditations, visualisations and exercises. Included are some selfhealing practices. 4 Tue, 3 - 24 Nov | 10am - 12pm Online Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

HEALTHY MIND, HAPPY

LIFE with Ri Fraser Would you like a calm and clear mind? When you know what your mind is, and how to care for it, you have the secrets to a happy life. Emotions and thoughts are natural, but getting overly consumed by worry, heavy moods, anger, fear, negativity and stress is no fun. Learn how to replace a negative mindset with an uplifting, positive approach to life. Ri shares creative exercises, meditations and visualisations for daily use. Rather than being a victim of a negative mind, you can be empowered to choose clearer and positive states of being. We all have a mind, but it didn’t come with operating instructions. Here are some guidelines you could find are lifechanging. 4 Thu, 5 - 26 Nov | 10am - 12pm Online Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

Tutor: Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

I started working in the field of childcare when my youngest child headed off to school. After completing my own Certificate III, I worked while simultaneously studying for my Diploma. I now have fifteen years direct work experience in preschools and long day care centres, as well as over a decade of experience teaching at the College.

Working with children under the age of five is so special. The relevance and importance of those years is not fully acknowledged. I love introducing students to the theory of developmental milestones as well as handson skills of interacting with children. My particular interests include nature-based play, sustainable play items and exploring through sensory experiences. I’m also passionate about cultural competence. I bring a strong sense of organisation to my teaching, which fits well with the fact that working in early childhood requires both spontaneity and structure.

Some of my students, who range in age from school-leavers to mid-life, have their own children and others do not. I love visiting current students during their work placements and seeing past graduates working there. The College has made its mark on the early childhood field. My advice to anyone considering early childhood study is to understand that it is a big commitment but know that you will receive a lot of support. Completing any qualification is a big tick for yourself and the opportunities for employment are high, both locally and elsewhere in Australia.

Having taught at the College since 2009, I believe that adult education broadens your view on life, opens you up to new friendships and is constructive to mental wellbeing.

Byron Region Community College cannot accept responsibility for changes in your personal circumstances. Please choose your course carefully as REFUNDS WILL NOT BE GIVEN unless cancellations are received three full working days prior to course commencement, and will incur a $15 administration charge. Byron Community College receives funding from the NSW Department of Industry. Byron Region Community College Inc. RTO: 90013

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