Workshops and Events
The River Room is a hub for workshops, courses and retreats. check out below to see what’s coming up!
A P R I L
Vanta Breathwork with Micheal and Lucy
12th April 18.00-19.30
Vanta Immersive Breathwork is an open, grounded, human‑to‑human journey guided by Mazz and Lucy, weaving conscious connected breathwork with advanced headphone technology, essential oils, reiki, and safe, skilled facilitation that invites every body into honest presence and the depth of their own experience.
For more information- lovelifewithlucy222@gmail.com
Spirit Warrior: Joint Health Seminar with Raymond Towers (organised by Tony Bennett)
19th April 10.00-16.00
Do you have joint pain?
Learn somatic Traditional Chinese Medicine based strategies to help alleviate joint pain – and much more
Raymond Towers is offering three, one-day seminars this year as a follow up to the popular seminar weekend last August at Halton Mill. The feedback from those who attended the seminar last year was extremely positive. Some of you asked for further seminars.
In my personal experience, Raymond’s knowledge and understanding of an alternative way to think about our health, and how to look after ourselves, derived from Traditional Chinese Medicine and Tai Chi Qigong practices, is very accessible. His presentations and demonstrations are clear and easily followed. He provides excellent supporting information sent out after the seminar.
Dates of seminars are: April 19th/ July 12th/ August 16th.
The seminars will be progressive in their presentation, one building on the other. For detailed information go to https://spiritwarrior.uk/event-joint-health/
Price: £90 per day
Concessions: If earnings below £25K - £75 / If earnings below £15K - £54
If you register for two seminars, there will be a 5% reduction and if you register for all three seminars, there will be a 10% reduction.
To book your place, please email Tony directly at taichiqigongteacher@gmail.com. A non-returnable deposit of £10 is required for each seminar booked.
Monthly Restorative Yoga Practice with Annie Neat
25th April 14.00-16.00
Restorative Yoga is designed to support us to settle into our parasympathetic nervous system (the rest and digest part of our nervous system). This not only helps us to relax and destress but also can support us with connection to ourselves and others.
So what is it?
We hold simple, yet familiar, yoga poses for extended period of times. These yoga poses are supported by loads of props so that your body can slowly release into the poses. We are gently opening up the fascia (connective tissue) in the body which can support our physical and emotional wellness. This workshop really is suitable for everybody! We can work with injuries, illnesses and vulnerabilities you may be managing.
With her training in somatic therapy and breathwork, Annie offers skilful touch and presence to help you meet true rest.
Contact: annie@neatwellbeing.co.uk
Future Proof Her Retreat with Suzee Tylee, Liz Duncan and Coach JC
26th April 10.00-14.00
A half-day immersion for midlife women ready to optimise their health, power and longevity.
Midlife is not decline. It is a biological crossroads. You can age reactively… Or you can age intentionally.
Future Proof Her is a science-meets-soul immersion for women who are done firefighting symptoms and ready to take ownership of their future health.
What To Expect:
Cacao & Welcome Ceremony
We begin by calming the nervous system. Through cacao, breathwork and meditation, you’ll soften stress patterns that silently drive inflammation, hormonal chaos and accelerated ageing.
Breathwork & Meditation( Coach JC)
Guided by Coach JC, this powerful breathwork and meditation session is designed to gently regulate your nervous system and shift your body out of chronic stress mode.
Longevity & Metabolic Health Masterclass (Suzee)
Understand what actually slows biological ageing. Learn why muscle mass, blood sugar stability and inflammation control are the real cornerstones of vibrant midlife health. Expect practical, empowering insights you can apply immediately.
Strength Session for Midlife Physiology (Liz)
An intelligently designed resistance session focused on building metabolic resilience, protecting bone density and supporting hormone balance. This is not about shrinking your body. It’s about strengthening your future.
Keto-Aligned Longevity Lunch
A beautiful, nourishing meal demonstrating how therapeutic nutrition can be deeply healing and deeply delicious.
Community & Integration
The transformation doesn’t stop at 2pm. The conversations, shared experience and embedded learning create shifts that continue long after the day ends. You’ll leave feeling empowered, informed and supported — not overwhelmed.
You’ll Leave With:
Clarity around your midlife biology
Practical tools for metabolic and hormonal health
Confidence around resistance training
A reframed mindset about ageing
A sense of community with like-minded women
This retreat is for women who refuse to age passively.
If you are ready to future-proof your health, protect your longevity and step into your power.
Monthly Sound bath with Janet Holt
30th April 19.45-20.45
The last Thursday of every month Janet hosts a soundbath for relaxation. We all need time to ourselves to deeply relax, time away from the chatter of the mind and for healing to begin.
Soundbaths work by entraining the brain, it latches onto the sounds and frequencies so that it slows down.
We go from a busy active brain to calm relaxed brain state. By slowing everything down it helps us to process the day and starts the healing process for our minds and bodies.
Janet plays the Himalayan and crystals singing bowls, gong and ends with therapeutic percussion to welcome you back into the space.
M A Y
Fire in her Soul: Women’s Beltane Event with Sarah Helm
2nd May 16.00-18.00
This Beltane we will gather to celebrate the next turn of the wheel to reflect and recalibrate.
Step into your inner power and embrace what the flame within this Beltane
Begin with a heart-opening cacao ceremony, softening the mind and awakening the heart.
Journey inward with a shamanic voyage to the Lower Worlds, connecting with guidance, wisdom, and your inner spark.
Drift into a crystal & Himalayan bowl sound bath, resetting your mind, body and soul.
A sacred space to ignite your inner fire, honour the season of becoming and welcome the vibrant energy of summer. This event will focus on what burns within , the power and promise of allowing yourself to be the powerhouse you were born to be .
The year of the Horse brings power and movement, let’s journey one step closer together to being the best version of yourself yet .
No more playing small in 2026!
Spring Reset: Myo fascia and movement half day retreat with Annie Neat
3rd May 10.00-13.00
Wake up your body and clear the path for a new season. Join Annie for a morning dedicated to the art of letting go and un-doing. As we transition into Spring, this half day retreat is a curated journey to shed physical tension, hydrate your tissues and quiet the mind. Leaving you feeling spacious, light and deeply recalibrated.
The Journey:
Somatic Unwinding: We begin by moving the way the body wants to move- intuitive, fluid sequences to awaken the fascia and find your natural flow.
Breathwork: Using the breath as a bridge to release old holding patterns and bring fresh energy into every cell.
Myo fascial Release: Deep-tissue trigger point work using therapy balls to melt away stubborn knots and soften the physical armour we often carry.
Rest & Restore: A soft landing. We’ll use props to hold the body in total comfort, allowing for deep integration and a silent mind.
Nourish: A seasonal, wholesome snack and tea to ground your energy before you head back into the world.
Investment: £35
Contact: annie@theriverroom.org.uk
Vanta Breathwork with Lucy and Mazz
10th May 18.00-19.30
Vanta Immersive Breathwork is an open, grounded, human‑to‑human journey guided by Mazz and Lucy, weaving conscious connected breathwork with advanced headphone technology, essential oils, reiki, and safe, skilled facilitation that invites every body into honest presence and the depth of their own experience.
For more information- lovelifewithlucy222@gmail.com
Moving into Awareness with Penny Collinson
23rd May 14.30-16.30
Learn what somatic movement practice is, and how to resource yourself through body-focused sensory awareness. Workshops will include some touch (skills will be taught), and reflection through artwork. Suitable for all levels.
Book: hello@pennycollinson.com
Monthly Restorative Yoga Practice with Annie Neat
24th May 14.00-16.00
Restorative Yoga is designed to support us to settle into our parasympathetic nervous system (the rest and digest part of our nervous system). This not only helps us to relax and destress but also can support us with connection to ourselves and others.
So what is it?
We hold simple, yet familiar, yoga poses for extended period of times. These yoga poses are supported by loads of props so that your body can slowly release into the poses. We are gently opening up the fascia (connective tissue) in the body which can support our physical and emotional wellness. This workshop really is suitable for everybody! We can work with injuries, illnesses and vulnerabilities you may be managing.
With her training in somatic therapy and breathwork, Annie offers skilful touch and presence to help you meet true rest.
Contact: annie@neatwellbeing.co.uk
Monthly Sound bath with Janet Holt
28th May 19.45-20.45
The last Thursday of every month Janet hosts a soundbath for relaxation. We all need time to ourselves to deeply relax, time away from the chatter of the mind and for healing to begin.
Soundbaths work by entraining the brain, it latches onto the sounds and frequencies so that it slows down.
We go from a busy active brain to calm relaxed brain state. By slowing everything down it helps us to process the day and starts the healing process for our minds and bodies.
Janet plays the Himalayan and crystals singing bowls, gong and ends with therapeutic percussion to welcome you back into the space.
Moving from the Inside Out with Penny Collinson and Mary Abrams
29th May-31st May
A Somatic Movement Intensive with Penny Collinson & Mary Abrams
Learning through play. Discovery through movement. This three-day intensive is an invitation to inhabit your body and your world more fully. By shifting our attention to inner-body sensations, we develop the curiosity and kindness needed to listen to our deeper selves.
Through the lens of play, we explore the edges of our abilities- making incremental discoveries that support problem-solving, self-regulation, and creative expression at every stage of life.
The Practice
Each 5-hour afternoon session is a blend of personal inquiry and collective exploration. Our work draws on:
Methodology: Continuum, Authentic Movement, movement improvisation and touch.
Modalities: Solo moving, sounding, partner witnessing, writing and drawing.
Accessibility: Sessions are adaptable for chair-based, standing or floor movement. We prioritise ease and individual pace.
Pacing: Structured to ensure daily rest and replenishment.
Essential Details
When: Friday – Sunday (5 hours each afternoon)
Investment: Sliding scale £200–£250 (includes facilitation and refreshments).
Booking: Email Penny at hello@pennycollinson.com for a booking form.
Note: Places are limited and secured only upon payment. Travel and accommodation are the responsibility of the participant; suggestions are available on the booking form.