Do you want to try a new exercise? Or get back into a running routine? Couch to 5K is a 12 week training plan to help you begin your running journey. Combining walking and running at a steady pace where you are able to chat to those around you, build your stamina and journey towards running 5 kilometres. If you want to know more about C25K click he...

A new walking group is starting in Walsall this April! Men Walking and Talking (MWHAT) is an organisation founded in 2021 with the aim to bring men together in a safe space to end the stigma around Men's Mental Health by supporting each other. Initially started in Telford 2021, and having only one attendee on the first walk, it has now gr...

Walsall College will be holding *free one off sessions at Bloxwich Library to help people improve their computing and digital skills! These fun and relaxed sessions will give people an introductory knowledge on how to use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Artificial Intelligence (AI)!  Sessions will take place on Wednesdays from...

On Wednesday 19th February between 9am - 1pm you can catch the Recovery College team at the Bloxwich Launchpad Business and Skills Expo Event. Our team will be discussing our Digital Inclusion Project and the Black Country Connected scheme.  Both of these projects are a great way to reach those who are digitally exclud...

Walsall College has a short course available in February that has a guaranteed job interview with Babcock International Group, preparing people for an exciting role in automotive manufacturing within the defence industry.  This short course takes place at the Wisemore Campus in the centre of Walsall and will take place Monday to Friday fo...

Walsall College has a number of *free courses taking place in the new year that are aimed at supporting anyone who is aged 19+, claiming benefits or on a low income to get into work. These short courses are designed to provide people with all the information and knowledge needed to work in specific areas, with some having a guaranteed job interview...

This Thursday 28th November from 1pm – 2.30pm, The Link in Walsall town centre will be hosting a Camera Skills Workshop in partnership with Open Lens Media.   Pop along for a Camera Skills workshop to learn the basics of using a camera, how to enhance your photography skills, and create visually captivating shots. This workshop will ...

Walsall College's last Open Day of 2024 takes place on Tuesday 26th November from 4pm – 8pm! Where will it take place? The Open Day will take place at our Wisemore Campus and our Green Lane Campus. These campuses are located at: Wisemore Campus: Littleton Street West, Walsall, WS2 8ES Green Lane Campus: Long Acre Street, Walsall, WS2 8HX The Open D...

The Link in Walsall town centre has free regular drop-in sessions available for anyone needing support with their digital skills. These weekly sessions offer help for anyone looking to create an email address, completing online applications, using a smart phone, tablet or laptop and much more.  Drop In appointments take place every Thursday fr...

Bloxwich Launchpad, opening in Spring 2025, is an exciting new centre in the heart of Bloxwich, offering digital skills support and training for local people and small businesses. Funded through the Government's Town Deal and delivered by Walsall Council, Launchpad will bring together local partners to help people upskill, access support to get bac...

Walsall College will be a running a *free basic photography and videography course in September for anyone aged 19+!  If you've always had an interest in elements of photography or using cameras then this taster course might be for you! This six-week course will take place at the Pleck Library Campus every Wednesday from 18th Septemb...

We are hosting a Drop In Open Morning at our Walsall base on 29th August at 10am-12:30pm.There will be a relaxed Information Session with our marketing team, outlining what a Recovery College is, what we do, our philosophy and the student journey.This is followed by one of our increasingly popular Taster Sessions lifted from our CHIME fra...

Walsall College has a host of *free hobby and leisure activities starting from September for adults aged 19+!  These fun and relaxed short weekly courses cover a wide range of topics and will be held at the Pleck Library Campus, Whitehall Campus, at The Link in Walsall town centre and venues in the community!  Some examples of t...

Would you like to improve your numeracy skills to maximise your income? Multiply is a new government funded programme to help adults build confidence and skills with numbers to help improve everyday life. There will be a series of workshops in community venues around Sandwell and Walsall. Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or...

Walsall College's general enrolment period for school leavers and adult courses (aged 19+) will begin on Thursday 22nd August! Here's everything you need to know to enrol. General enrolment is open to everyone and will include an interview with a course tutor. Some courses have limited availability but we will do our best to enrol you on ...

Come and Join us at The Recovery College for our Open Afternoon in Walsall!  The Open Afternoon is taking place at: YMCA Small Street 1a Small Street Walsall WS1 3PR There will be a relaxed Information Session with our marketing team, outlining what a Recovery College is, what we do, our philosophy and the student journey. This is followed by ...

 Walsall College's final Open Day of the academic year takes place on Tuesday 18th June! You can register for the open day on the link below! The free Open Day is taking place at their Wisemore Campus, Green Lane Campus and Digital Engineering Skills Centre from 4pm – 7pm! This is a great opportunity for adult learners (aged 19+) and...

Walsall College has a number of *free courses taking place in June, July and August that are aimed at supporting anyone who is aged 19+, claiming benefits or on a low income to get into work. These short courses are designed to provide people with all the information and knowledge needed to work in specific areas, with some having a guaranteed job ...

Walsall College's Pleck Library Campus is hosting a *free course to help people prepare for their driving theory test! If you're looking to start driving, or finding the theory test a complicated and frustrating barrier to getting your licence, take part in this course beginning Tuesday 14th May from 9.30am - 11.30am!  The course wil...

Mettaminds are hosting a series of 6 empowering workshops in Walsall. These include Tai Chi Sessions and three Self Care Retreats. On the Self Care retreats you will explore Tai Chi, Yoga, Nutrition and Nature. There are a number of workshops which are listed below.  Weekly Tai Chi Sessions Wednesday at 2.15 and Thursday at 3.00...