ICS Staff Wellbeing Opportunities Winter 2024

Breathe are excited to be continuing our dynamic range of arts-based workshops this winter to support primary, social and health care staff wellbeing across South East London.

We’re kicking off our winter programme with popular weekly drop-in workshops such as drawing and dance as well as lots of exciting taster sessions, bringing our amazing artists to your doorstep!

You can find out more about the sessions below and register here.

We’re also delivering bespoke arts-based wellbeing workshops, specifically for primary and social care teams. Contact info@breatheahr.org to find out more.

This programme is commissioned by South East London Integrated Care System (ICS) from November 2024 to April 2025.

“My feedback can only be 10/10 for these classes! It’s the reason I’m excited to have to go to work. It helps socialising with other co-workers in a scenario that we would probably never find ourselves in, we laugh like crazy, we exercise and learn new things… these hours make my headache disappear!”
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Breathe Drawing for Unwinding

6 weeks, Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm, online (6 Nov – 11 Dec)

This absorbing workshop focusses on relaxing and reducing anxiety by channelling attention through simple yet captivating drawing activities. Inspired by the work of well-known artists, you’ll experience the mindfulness benefits as you experiment with shading, texture, shape and form.

Breathe Dance for Mind and Body 

6 Weeks, Thursdays 6-7pm, Kings College Hospital, SE5 9RS (7 Nov – 12 Dec)

Come together with colleagues to connect the mind and body. Led by professional dance leads, you’ll experience the basics of Afrobeat through learning beginner-friendly routines in a fun and encouraging group environment. You’ll leave feeling empowered and energised!

Taster – Breathe Sing for Stress Relief

3 Dec, 6-7pm, King’s College Hospital, SE5 9RS

Connect with colleagues and experience the scientifically proven benefits of singing. Led by our amazing singing lead, the group will sing songs from around the world with joyful harmonies to reduce stress and release endorphins.

Taster – Breathe Poetry for Processing

Monday, 2 Dec, 6.30-7.30pm, online

Join for a reflective and refreshing session. Led by an inspiring poet and creative facilitator, this is a chance to look inwards, connect with others, process recent years and experience the wellbeing benefits of the art of poetry.

Taster – Breathe Song and Sound Journey

Sunday, 8 Dec, 8-9pm, online  

Join this nourishing group relaxation where you’ll get cosy as you let yourself be transported by the captivating sounds of stunning vocals, crystal bowl and gong.  A great way to relax and let go! 

Taster – Breathe Sketching for Slowing Down

Friday, 13 Dec, 1-2pm, online

Take important time over your lunch break to relax and focus on the moment. Experiment with a series of seasonal drawing activities, ranging from the absurd to the profound, using materials you already have.

Registration in advance is essential.

These workshops are strictly only open to health, primary and social care staff working across South East London.

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