While not strictly local the [url=http://www.relaxationcentreqld.org]Relaxation Centre[/url] is easily accessible on the Ferny Grove train line getting off at the Alderley station stop. It would have to be regarded as one of the major services in the north-west region providing groups and classes to teach people how to live more healthily.

The [url=http://www.relaxationcentreqld.org]Relaxation Centre of Queensland Ltd[/url] is at 15 South Pine Rd Alderley close to where Samford Rd joins South Pine Rd. Come out of Alderley station and walk out to South Pine Rd then turn left and walk down to the [url=http://www.relaxationcentreqld.org]Relaxation Centre[/url].

The [url=http://www.relaxationcentreqld.org]Relaxation Centre[/url] was established in 1974 but only moved to Alderley quite recently. For many years it was in the Bowen Hills/Fortitude Valley area.

They offer an on-going large programme of classes and the Centre is busy every day. They are open 9am-7:30pm Monday to Friday and 9am-5pm on Saturday and open most Sundays.

Their phone number is 3856 3733.

The [url=http://www.relaxationcentreqld.org]Relaxation Centre[/url] is a not-for-profit independent of government funding subsidies or grants. Prices are very affordable and concessions are always available according to needs and individual circumstances.

The [url=http://www.relaxationcentreqld.org]Relaxation Centre[/url] relies on volunteers. They have regular information sessions on becoming a volunteer and the volunteers fill essential roles along a well worked out model.

Courses at the [url=http://www.relaxationcentreqld.org]Relaxation Centre[/url] can be grouped into categories:

[ul]Managing stress/ relaxation
Building self-esteem
Building confidence
Communication/ relationships
Creativity and personal discovery
Overcoming anxiety depression and fears
Encouragement/ motivation
Courses for kids and parents
Improving health
Movement/ Feldenkrais/ Yoga/ Tai Chi/ Qi Gong
Film sessions
Meditation/ inner exploration[/ul]

There are ongoing weekly sessions in cancer support Feldenkrais deep relaxation yoga nutrition.

The [url=http://www.relaxationcentreqld.org]Relaxation Centre[/url] publishes a quarterly newsletter and programme.

The Relaxation Centre has a shop selling books CDs and DVD on prosperity health healing preventing Alzheimer’s communicating oversoming bullying relationsips laughter anger fears guilt grief loneliness. Relaxation self-esteem confidence love. You can browse with headphones have a cuppa.

The Relaxation Centre’s courses and groups are run by top professionals in their field:

Dr Ian Gawler is an outstanding example of someone who overcame cancer. He is the author of the book ‘You Can Conquer Cancer’.
Rita Ryan
Sharron Elise
Manish Singh
Jason Siff
Vicki Bennett
Marge Garrett
Michael Dunn
Helen Roberts
Maurice Robertson
Donna Noye
Rhonda Ohlson
Gavin Blakey
Lionel Fifield
Henry Conlan
Jean Turnbull
Karla Cameron
Davina Sharry
Robbie O’Brien
Julie Vear
Rimas Vitkunas
Kris Hines
John Rodriquez
Maryann Madden
Gillian Phillips
Tom Wixted
Greg Williams
Ian Ratcliffe
Marie Cowan
Carolyn Wilson
Michael Pyers
Susan Margaret
Cate Crombie
Gavin Blakey
Alexander Robey
John Nutting
Rothy Benson
Dr Helena Popovic
Dr Daniele Viliunas
John Holt
Rob Birse
Robbie Aquilina
Nikki Ward
Rachel Collis
NeLi Martin
Rosie Stave
Jeffrey Hodges
David Burke
Paula Wilson
Joan Wilson-Jones.

Examples of courses (titles) are:

Cancer Support Group
Cancer Healing and Wellbeing Programme
Feldenkrais Sessions
Feldenkrais – Neck and Shoulders
Health and Longevity & The Art of Detox
Ian Gawler Sessions
Lifestyle Coaching for Major Illness for Practitioners
Major Illness – Lifestyle and Healing
Medicine of the Mind
The Mind That Changes Everything
Molecules of Emotion & Joyful Living Right Attitudes
Moving Beyond Pain
Nutrition for Health – a cancer support group
Reflexology
Centering Within Yourself
Breathing – Accessing the Hidden Possibilities
Deep Relaxation
Managing Stress/ Anxiety & Sleeping Better
MIND Management
The Power of Now
Remedial Yoga and Relaxation
Relaxation and Meditation including Deep Relaxation
Awaken Your Natural Confidence
Emotional Eating
Moving from Depression/ Anxiety/ Fear & Chronic Pain
Stop That Self-Talk!
Self-Esteem Workshop
Acceptance/Commitment Therapy
Awaken Your Natural Confidence
Be Your Own Life Coach
Drawing on The Right Side of the Brain
Freedom from Emotional Eating
Public Speaking – buiding confidence & skills
Rock and Water for Adults
Rock and Water for Boys and Girls
Rock and Water for Teens
Speaking to Groups
Deep Relaxation
Freeing Yourself with Feldenkrais
Integral Yoga for Health & Wellbeing
Introduction to Tai Chi & Qi Gong
Qi Gong – gentle way to health and fitness
Attaining a Quiet Mind – from perspective of CIM
Breathing – Accessing the Hidden Possibilities
Nutrition for Health
Remedial Yoga & Relaxation
Unlearning Meditation
Yoga to Enjoy
Blended Families
Compassionate Communication (NVC Workshop)
Communicating at Work
Don’t Be Nice Be Real
Free Yourself in Relationships (Byron Katie)
Life Love & Laughter – when single and over 40
Loving What Is (Byron Katie)
Making Conversation
Powerful Parenting
The Enneagram Master Class
Understanding and Overview of NVC
Women and Sex
Chinese Brush Painting
Colour and Reflections
Finding Peace in Movement
Fine Tune Your Body Move More Easily
Memory and Reflection – working with clay
Painting with Acrylics
Preparing Meals – an adventure to enjoy
Sing Through Your Bones For Joy
The Transformation Game
A Course in Miracles
Treasure Mapping
Communication vs Talking – making real connection
A Guide to Procrastination
Being Beautiful and Powerful
Boost Your Brain
Caring for Elderly Parents
Direct Your Mind – working with addictions
Dreams and Their Meaning
Negative Core Beliefs
Negative Core Beliefs – Professional Training Day
Numerology
Resilience – Finding Strength and Meaning
The Power of Now
Voice Dialogue – Professional Training Day
Who Is Running Your Life? Intro to Voice Dialogue
Who Sinks Your Boat – Resolving Difficult Conflicts
Your Goals and Longings
Meditation for Kids – 8-11 yrs