Take Time For You at our wellbeing sessions
Escape the world in the sanctuary of The Serenity Room. Each month our wellbeing sessions will welcome an expert guest to each venue, to introduce us to a different ways to pause, relax and find moments of calm. Take a little time for yourself in our super chilled, cosy sessions, ideal for autumnal evenings.
Our sessions are inclusive and suitable for most adults including those with hidden health conditions. The activities are suitable for complete beginners as well as those with previous experience.
Most of our sessions have limited places and therefore booking is advised. Please use the links below to book sessions that are currently available.
Like many other community organisations, we have been affected by the increasing pressures of the rising cost-of-living, mixed with a fall in funding. Over the past year, we have faced a number of challenges but worked hard to ensure that we continued to deliver the best possible service for our community. However, it is with sadness that we have been forced to accept that this chapter of our journey will come to an end in April.
Free family craft activities
Cafe | Raffle | Stalls
Date: Saturday 6th April
Time:10am - 3pm
Venue: Pittington Village Hall
Who:Open to all adults
Cost: £5 (free to members)
Whether you are looking for a free activity to keep the kids busy during the Easter holiday, want to re-stock your craft stash or simply fancy a cuppa & a natter - come along to our community day. We are selling off our surplus craft supplies and activities for both kids and adults. Grab a bargain and help us to raise vital funds to cover the costs of offering this free day of getting crafty!
Singing & Prosecco: Hosted by Unity Choir
Date: Wednesday 24th April
Time: 6.30 - 9pm
Venue: Kepier Hall, Houghton
Who: Open to all adults
Cost: £5 (free to members)
Join us for a night of singing to celebrate our 7th Birthday and mark the final event of Project Sunset to say goodbye to The Singing Elf and Unity Choir. Hear the world premiere of Unity’s new recording! Booking will open soon!
Qigong & Meditation with Liz McEvoy
An introduction to mindfulness including meditations on the theme of sound and the Chinese practice of Qigong which incorporates slow, gentle movements, similar to Tai Chi and breathing techniques.
Liz McEvoy from The Little Company of Calm
Our guest practitioner, Liz McEvoy offers inclusive Mindfulness sessions which are ideal for those trying it out for the first time or already practicing. She first found mindfulness through a poster entitled “finding peace in a frantic world” and has since trained to help others find peace. Liz has been part of our Serenity Team since 2022 and is one of the directors of her Social Enterprise The Little Company of Calm.
Sound Bath with Alex Wake
Experience the healing power of sound in this ultra relaxing session. Simply sit or lay down, close your eyes and allow the powerful vibrations from singing bowls, drum, chimes and gong to release blockages, energise and heal the body.
Inclusive Chair Yoga with Roy & Lynn
An inclusive way to experience all the benefits of yoga for mind, body and soul without getting on to the floor.
Suitable for most beginners, including those with limited mobility, health conditions, chronic pain, injury recovery and wheelchair users.
Drumming & Meditation with Mark Barfoot
A lively activity to be mindful without being quiet or sitting still! Energise the body whilst learning the basics of West African drumming. Then let your mind relax and fill your soul with the peaceful sounds of hand pan meditations.
The Serenity Room FAQs
Who can attend?
The Serenity Room is run by The Singing Elf Social Enterprise.
We are disability-led and specialise in providing inclusive activities for those with hidden health conditions.
Many of our participants live with a physical or mental health condition, disability or are neurodiverse.
Our sessions are suitable for most adults, however some of our activities have warnings for certain health conditions.
Please check the details on our website and get in touch to discuss any queries or ask if suitable for you, especially if you have complex needs or sensory sensitivity.
Cost
Thanks to funding from Durham AAP we are able to offer variable ticket prices for everyone without asking for reason or evidence from those needing support.
Without funding, tickets for this event would be £15 per person.
How to Book
Most sessions have limited spaces, therefore advanced booking is advised. However, please check our website to see if any tickets are available on the door.
Booking is via our website with payments taken online, cash or card. If you don’t have online access call our answer phone on 0191 3721682.
BOOKING ADVISABLE AS PLACES SOMETIMES LIMITED | ADULTS ONLY
Booking via our website is not currently available.
To book your place, please email info@thesingingelf.co.uk
Got a question?
Just get in touch at info@thesingingelf.co.uk
WhatsApp us at 07748838814
or leave a message to request a call back on 0191 3721682
