Wednesdays, 2.30pm-4.00pm, Mind in Bradford

Creative group

A calm and safe space to enjoy getting crafty! Being creative can help to boost confidence, reduce anxiety and isolation. This group is a great opportunity to socialize, make new friends and allow your imagination to run free.

Visit the virtual Mind in Bradford Gallery to see what our artists have been up to!

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Mondays, 1.00pm-3.00pm, Mind in Bradford

Creative group

A relaxed group that focuses on organising thoughts, processing emotions, boosting imagination and improving communications though the medium of writing.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Mondays, 6.00pm-7.30pm, Mind in Bradford

Cooking group

Join this six-week course for the opportunity to learn new skills, share skills and build confidence in the kitchen. A relaxed and inviting environment to produce and share delicious food together.

To book onto this group or be added to the waiting list you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Tuesdays, 1.30pm-3.15pm, Cliff Hollins Riding School 

In-person group meeting at Mind in Bradford, travel included to Cliff Hollins riding school

On Tuesday 13th June we’ll be starting a 6-week course for up to 8 clients. The sessions will run every Tuesday 1.30pm – 3.15pm, including travel from Mind in Bradford to the riding school and back. You will get the opportunity to be around horses and ponies, lead them around, ride a horse, put on a saddle and work on your confidence around animals.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Mondays, 2.00pm-3.30pm, Mind in Bradford

Gentle exercise group

A series of movement and holding positions whilst controlling breathing. Suitable for all abilities. Any serious illness – may need to consult doctor first.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Fridays, 12.00pm-2.00pm, Shipley Lanes

In-person group at Shipley Lanes, Market Street, Shipley 

We are delighted to offer a 10-week bowling course at Shipley Lanes starting on Friday 9th June. The sessions will run every Friday for 10-weeks from 12pm – 2pm. At week five you’ll get your own bowling ball and bag to keep. We are asking for a contribution of £2 towards each session.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Tuesdays, 5.00pm-6.00pm, Mind in Bradford

Musical group

Drumming is proven to reduce stress, help with concentration and is a workout without even knowing it!

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Mondays, 11.30am-1.00pm 

Relaxed walking group

Meeting together at Lister Park once a week for a casual, social walk and an opportunity to chat with staff and peers. 

We have walking shoes you can use if needed (size 6 and up).

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Fridays, 1.00pm – 3.00pm

Victoria Road, Saltaire  

Meeting together at the main entrance to Victoria Hall, for a casual, social walk and an opportunity to chat with volunteers and peers.  

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Thursdays at Mind in Bradford 

– Session A 5.00pm-7.00pm (limited to 4 places to start with)
– Session B 7.00pm-9.00pm (limited to 4 places to start with)

This new group presents you with the opportunity to sharpen your mind, enhance problem-solving skills, and stimulate your creativity through a variety of board games!

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Tuesdays, 12.30pm-1.30pm

Exercise group

A Zumba class has all the benefits of a full body workout and can help improve coordination, general health and confidence.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Thursdays, 10.00am-12.00pm, Café West, Allerton

This six week course looks at a variety of different areas to help improve overall mental health. These include wellbeing, self-esteem, conflict-resolution, bereavement, grief and loss. 

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Thursdays, 3.00pm-4.30pm, Bradford City AFC Community Hub 

A casual, mixed wellbeing support group offering the chance to meet with peers and staff. 

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Fridays, 10.00am-12.00pm, Mind in Bradford

Wellbeing group for women to chat with staff and peers. 

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Fridays, 3.30pm – 6.00pm, Mind in Bradford

CARE (Change, Action, Respond, Enable) is a 10-week structured well-being, self-management system aimed at helping people improve and maintain their mental wellbeing. The CARE aims will be approached through communication, learning, awareness, personal responsibility and support.

To be added to the waiting list contact [email protected]

Thursdays, 1.00pm-2.30pm, Mind in Bradford

A recovery-based continuation of learning and support for those who have completed the CARE course.

To book onto this group you must have completed CARE, contact [email protected] to book.

Fridays, 12.00pm-1.30pm, Mind in Bradford

Group to build confidence

A 6 week course looking at how these topics affect our mental health. Useful tools to help boost confidence. Exploring boundaries, types of thinking, positive affirmations and values.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Tuesdays, 4.30pm-6.00pm, St Andrews Church, Skipton 

Wednesdays, 12.00pm-1.30pm, Mind in Bradford

Group for people who hear voices

Learn new strategies and talk to others to help you cope with hearing voices at these weekly groups.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

As well as our weekly Hearing Voices group we also have a Maastricht Service: 

Find out more

Tuesdays, 10.30am-12.30pm, Holme Centre

Peer support group

User-led recovery-based learning and support around various mental health topics. In partnership with Healthy Lifestyle Solutions and located in Holme Wood at Holme Centre, Madison Avenue, BD4 0JE

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Mondays, 4.00pm-5.30pm, Mind in Bradford

Group for wellbeing tips

Covers a wide range of topics that will help you manage your wellbeing more effectively. Each week focuses on a different topic: five ways to wellbeing; mindfulness and meditation; stress and anxiety; sleep; forgiveness; gratitude.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Tuesdays, 2.30pm-4.00pm, St Andrews Church, Skipton 

Relaxed wellbeing group

A relaxed group to discuss mental health, wellbeing, how to stay well and where to find support. 

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Fridays, 1.30pm–3.30pm, Mind in Bradford

A 6 week recovery course 

A trauma recovery group that helps people to understand the impacts of trauma upon our physical and mental health, and develops coping strategies to help overcome these.  

To be added to the waiting list contact [email protected]

Fridays, 2.30pm-4.00pm, Mind in Bradford

Peer support group

A safe and confidential space for South Asian people. Through open dialogue about mental health together we can start challenging the stigmas faced by the South Asian community.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.

Wednesdays, 10.30pm-12pm, Young Master School, Shipley

Group to support anyone who cares for a friend or relative with neurodiversity

Talk to others in your position, share experiences and set goals together. This groups support will help to improve your confidence, self-esteem and mental wellbeing.

To book onto this group you must be a client, contact [email protected] to book.