Events & Training

Overview: Reuse Market for toys, electrical goods and bric a brac. Everything will be really cheap and PAT tested. In collaboration with HWB Martin and Barnsley Counci.

Time: 10am-4pm

Aim:

To train your nominated staff how the Pristine Principles can reduce the pressure placed on the body during tasks in the workplace and home simply by applying the correct manual handling techniques.

Objectives:

1. The Problem - delegates to recognise the long-standing problems associated with Manual Handling within their working environment.

2. The Solution - delegates will gain a basic understanding of how the body works in relation to the excessive pressure that is applied to the lower back. Dispelling the long-standing myths and fallacies associated with manual handling technique and replacing these with the anatomically correct Pristine Condition Principles that were born from the science of Olympic weightlifting. Introduce the Jam Doughnut analogy and how to reduce or eliminate Slips, Trips and Falls from the workplace.

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The training only costs £5.

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The training is up to 3 hours. There are two training sessions available: 9.30am-12.30pm or 1pm-4pm. Please specify which one you are booking onto.

This is aimed at Volunteer Coordinators or other people who have responsibility for recruiting, managing and supporting volunteers in their organisation or group.

Thursday 9th October, 1.30pm to 3pm, Wombwell IKIC Centre, Barnsley Rd, Wombwell S73 8HT. Hosted by Jan Bray.

Many major funders require you to link your aims, outcomes and activities in your funding applications. Explore a systematic approach to identify the need for your project and link your aims, outcomes and impact for a stronger funding application.

Thursday 9th October 2025 09.30-1.00pm

If you're enquiring about FREE PLACES please email us to enquiries@syfab.org.uk or call 0114 261 5141

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Did you know that ageism is the biggest type of discrimination in the UK?

This can have a cumulative impact on the well-being and mental health of colleagues. This session is designed to discover and discuss this topic openly and provoke thought and how we can support our colleagues

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Amidst the current cost-of-living crisis, this interactive workshop addresses the profound impacts on mental health and well-being that have historically been overlooked in the workplace.

Join us for a blend of financial and mental well-being education, complemented by practical tools and resources to bolster resilience during uncertain times.

Attending this session will empower you with the ability to recognize signs of struggle in yourself and others, offering the skills and confidence to navigate difficult conversations around mental and financial well-being.

Gain valuable techniques and tools to enhance your own resilience amidst uncertainty and actively support well-being in the workplace.

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This is aimed at Volunteer Coordinators or other people who have responsibility for recruiting, managing and supporting volunteers in their organisation or group.

Tuesday 2nd December, 10.30am to 12 noon, The Exodus Project, Jenny’s Field, 16b Main Street, South Hiendley S72 9BP.  Hosted by Sian Godwyn. (Festive snacks have been promised!)

During this webinar employees will develop a basic understanding of diet, nutrition and energy.

They’ll become familiar with the current recommendations for a healthy diet and learn strategies to help achieve a healthy diet and weight. Common headline news items are also explored, and myths de-bunked.

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Delve into the intersection of Women’s Mental Health and the Menopause with our comprehensive course, addressing critical aspects for individuals and organisations. From defining the health context to understanding the nuances of menopause and perimenopause, the program explores the mental health impact on various facets of

lifework, home, and within the body.

Participants will gain insights into the signs and symptoms experienced by women, fostering awareness, understanding, and reducing stigma surrounding the menopause.

The course also delves into the broader organisational impact on a growing workforce, supplemented by real-life case studies.

In addition, it covers relevant legislation, policies, and adjustments to ensure a holistic understanding and effective support system. Join us to navigate this important intersection and empower individuals and organizations for enhanced well-being.

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The impact of stigma and societal  pressures on men’s mental health is unfortunately widely known.

This course reviews the impact of these stressors surrounding men’s mental health and what it means to be a man along with building the confidence and skills to offer support to someone who may be struggling with their mental health.

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This session is designed to ensure delegates have an understanding of what stress is, how stress can impact on our wellbeing along with providing an understanding and de-mystifying any myths surrounding what it means to be resilient.

This session provides provide the skills both to support those around us along with providing a ‘toolbox’ of skills and strategies to both recognise and manage stress alongside building resilience for the delegates themselves.

Attendees will be able to take away and continuously implement these tools into their day to day lives providing a lasting impact from the course.

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