Last week, 25 students and 3 tutors took part in a special remote workshop with Alison from Dose of Nature
– an inspiring session that encouraged students to reconnect with the natural world.
Held outside of regular class hours, the 90-minute workshop was a big success, especially considering it took place on a non-class day. The session focused on the mental, emotional, and physical benefits of spending time in nature – something particularly relevant for many of our remote students, who often experience isolation or limited mobility.
Throughout the session, students explored ways to bring small moments of nature into their daily routines. Using the five senses as a guide, they also built their English vocabulary by learning positive adjectives and descriptive language related to natural experiences.
Some practical tips shared during the session included:
- Look for repeating patterns and shapes in nature
- Unplug from headphones and tune in to natural sounds
- Safely enjoy the sun’s vitamin D
- Breathe in the “medicinal air” around trees
- Pause to find awe in small things
Student feedback reflected just how meaningful the session was:
“Very impressed with this class.”
“Today is not just class, it is therapy.”
“I go to park every day for lose weight. Now I go to be happy.”
As a follow-up, students have been invited to take part in a summer photography challenge capturing and sharing moments of nature that bring them joy and calm.
This workshop served as a powerful reminder: no matter where we are in the world, we all live under the same sky.
