2-day Bristol Approach residential course
"The Bristol Approach gave me some control back after the rollercoaster ride through treatments, now I feel so much more positive and in control of my future."
Nicky Gupta, attended a 2-day Bristol Approach residential course
This course introduces you to the Bristol Approach and shows how it can support you. You will learn about and experience all aspects of The Bristol Approach, take time out to focus on your own needs and develop your own self-help support plan.
When should you come?
- At any time from diagnosis, through treatment or when treatments have finished and you want to support your recovery and maintain good health
- At a change of circumstances e.g. diagnosis of secondary cancer
- When you want support and time out to review your situation
- When you would like to explore your situation at depth within a supportive group setting
Entry requirements
Before booking on this course we ask you to watch the DVD/video: The Bristol Approach to Living with Cancer which is included in our Self-Help Starter Pack.
Course outline
Each day begins with a gentle stretch and breathe session and throughout the course you will be led through relaxation, meditation and imagery exercises.
Arrival
You will arrive the evening before, to allow time to settle in and meet the group. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshments are provided throughout your stay.
Benefits
- Find practical ways of helping yourself and reduce stress and anxiety using the range of therapies and self-help techniques that are introduced
- Reduce feelings of isolation and fear through sharing experiences with people in similar situations
- Gain the knowledge to put together a plan of how you can support yourself
- Receive ongoing support after the course via our phone-in services with the doctor, nutritional therapist and nurse therapist
Day 1
Led by trained therapists, the first day is spent with the group and includes:
- Introduction to the Bristol Approach
- The scientific principles underpinning the approach
- Introduction to relaxation, meditation and imagery
- A session on our healthy eating guidelines
Day 2
In addition to some group sessions you will have a series of individual appointments to support you in tailoring The Bristol Approach to your individual needs. You will meet with a:
- Nutritional Therapist
- Psychotherapist
- Healer
- Doctor
- Art therapist in a small group setting
Course dates:
Sun 6 July - Tues 8 July 2008
Wed 16 July - Fri 18 July 2008
Wed 6 August - Fri 8 August 2008
Sun 17 August - Tues 19 August 2008
Wed 3 September - Fri 5 September 2008
Sun 7 September - Tues 9 September 2008
Wed 8 October - Fri 10 October 2008
Wed 15 October - Fri 17 October 2008
Sun 26 October - Tues 28 October 2008
Sun 16 November - Tues 18 November 2008
Wed 26 November - Fri 28 November 2008
Sun 30 November - Tues 2nd December 2008
Wed 3 December - Fri 5 December 2008
Sun 14 December - Tues 16 December 2008
We run approximately four courses every month please contact us via our helpline on 0845 123 23 10 to find out more about the courses and availability.
Costs
Out of necessity we have to charge a fee for our courses - this is because we receive no government funding and as a charity we rely on income from fundraising and course fees. The fee for the Bristol Approach 2-day residential course is £195 per person. This includes all food, accommodation, individual appointments and group work sessions. This rate has been subsidised by our fundraising efforts and does not reflect the actual cost of running the course.
We appreciate that the costs of our courses can be a lot of money to find. There is financial assistance available please contact our helpline on 0845 123 23 10 to find out more.
To book
To book call 01275 370 111 or bookings@pennybrohn.org
