YOUR GUIDE TO THE BEST MINDFULNESS ACTIVITIES & CLUBS NEAR YOU IN NORTH YORKSHIRE
Mindfulness & Wellbeing Clubs, Sessions & Support in the Ripon, Easingwold, Boroughbridge, Knaresborough, and Thirsk Area
Don’t miss out on the best things to do for mindfulness, mental health, and general wellbeing.
Looking to improve your wellbeing through mindfulness, yoga, chatting openly, or relaxation? There are many friendly and welcoming wellbeing clubs near Ripon, Boroughbridge, Knaresborough, Easingwold, Masham, Bedale, and Thirsk offering sessions for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced yogi, you’ll find yoga classes that focus on breathwork, gentle movement, and stress reduction. Many local studios and community centres also offer guided mindfulness sessions, helping you manage anxiety, improve focus, and reconnect with the present moment.
Andy’s Man Club, Knaresborough, Ripon, Thirsk, Harrogate & York
Weekly free talking group sessions for men over 18 with social fundraising events also throughout the year. Weekly meetings are always on Mondays at 7.00 pm (excluding bank holidays). The closest locations available are:
- Ripon Branch, meets at Ripon Bowling Club
- Knaresborough Branch, meets at Knaresborough Town Football Club
- Thirsk Branch, meets at Thirsk School and Sixth Form College
- Harrogate Branch, meets at Harrogate College
- York Branch meets at Clifton Explore Library and York University Wentworth College
There are also clubs available in Tadcaster Fire Station, Chapel FM Arts Centre (Seacroft, North Leeds), Leeds Trinity University (Horsforth), Firthmoor Community Center (Darlington), Ingsgarth Community Center (Pickering), Norton Library (Norton and Malton area), and further afield.
Boroughbridge Wellbeing Group
Run by Mind in Harrogate, Boroughbridge Wellbeing Group runs monthly sessions combining creative mindfulness (grounding, relaxation and creative activity) for adults. Sessions are held on the first Tuesday of each month at Boroughbridge Methodist Church Hall from 6.15pm to 7.45pm.
Calm Aura Healing, Ripon
Offering a monthly Mindfulness Meditation Circle at 57 Blossomgate, Ripon, usually on a Tuesday at 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm. A guided meditation circle in a cosy space for inner peace, reflection and calm open to all. Contact Calm Aura Healing for more details.
Claritas Therapy, Knaresborough
Offers meditation classes and private hypnotherapy appointments from Chain Lane Hub, Knaresborough on Wednesdays. Contact Claritas Therapy for more details.
Dancing for Wellbeing, Knaresborough
Getting older and/or having to cope with illness, disability, pain, bereavement, or caring responsibilities can prohibit us from doing activities, socialising, and keeping fit. This social, for fun dance group encourages participation for all ages and abilities. You can dance sitting down, you don’t need a partner, and it doesn’t matter if you can’t remember the steps. Classes on Tuesday afternoons at 2.00 pm at The Chain Lane Community Hub. Contact Dancing for Wellbeing for more information.
Harrogate Stay Well (HADCA)
Harrogate Stay Well is for people aged 18+, who are experiencing mental health and housing issues in the Harrogate borough. Floating support workers are able to do a weekly home visit to support and a range of weekly wellbeing groups and workshops are available at Community House, Harrogate. Contact Harrogate Stay Well for more details.
Indyoga, Boroughbridge
Offers a range of yoga classes including Slow and Stretchy, Yin, and Vinyasa in person at The Boroughbridge Methodist Church and online. Also run workshops and events including SUP yoga. Contact Indyoga for more details.
Jigsaw Club, Boroughbridge
Come and join the Jigsaw Club at Boroughbridge Library on the first and third Monday of the month at 2.00 pm. Cost per session is £2.00 which includes refreshments. You can turn up but those that book get the best tables. Contact the Jigsaw Club for more details.
Judi Does Yoga, Knaresborough
Offering hatha yoga classes at Chain Lane Community Hub, Knaresborough on Tuesday mornings at 10.30 am and evenings at 7.00 pm. Contact Judi Does Yoga for more information.
Lego Club, Boroughbridge
Every Saturday at 11.00 am, ages 5+ can come together for free to design and build lego creations. No need to book but children should be library members. Contact Boroughbridge Library for more information.
Library Book Club, Boroughbridge
Every first Wednesday of the month at 2.00 pm, keen readers gather to discuss the book they have just read. All welcome. There is a small charge to attend. Contact Boroughbridge Library for more details.
Masham Wellbeing Group
Run by Harrogate in Mind, the Masham Wellbeing Group offers activity-based mindfulness sessions offer introduction to wellbeing techniques such as breath work and meditation. Usually they run on the first Tuesday on the month, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm at The White Bear, Masham. Contact Harrogate in Mind for month information.
Ripon Walled Garden Sport & Wellbeing Activities
The Sports programme at Ripon Walled Garden is varied from weekly swimming sessions to seasonal cycling. The walking group tackles 5 or 6 miles weekly, whereas our rambling group take things at a more sedate pace. We have regular trips to Ripon Golf Club and the Ripon Leisure Centre Gymnasium. Open to all ages and abilities, including SEND and additional needs. Contact Ripon Walled Garden for more information.
Rural Wellbeing Support (Mind in Harrogate)
Outreach mental health & wellbeing support at Ripon Library, Masham Community Office, Boroughbridge Morrisons Community Room, Nidderdale Plus in Pateley Bridge, among others. Run by Mind in Harrogate, the support includes groups, activities, and signposting. Visit the Harrogate Mind Rural Wellbeing Support page for more details.
Scrabble Club, Boroughbridge
All ages are welcome on Thursdays at 10.00 am at Boroughbridge Library for a friendly, non-competitive game or two of scrabble. The club is free and there is no need to book. Contact Boroughbridge Library for more details.
Weigh Better Together, Knaresborough
Friendly and social weight loss group to help support your journey to a healthier you. The group meets at the Chain Lane Community Hub on Tuesdays at 5.30 pm. Contact Weigh Better Together for further information.
Well YOUth, Near Harrogate
Provider of children and young people’s fitness and wellbeing classes. Every class builds on physical fitness, whilst also teaching practical social and emotional skills. Fun, creative games and activities, with stretches and mindfulness – all in a supportive environment. Age 4+ years. Contact WellYOUth for more details.
Yoga With Ange, Easingwold & Boroughbridge
Offers general yoga classes on Wednesdays and Friday mornings at The Galtres Centre, Easingwold as well as Thursday afternoons at The Coronation Hall, Boroughbridge. Also offers a special yoga for healthy backs course. Contact Yoga with Ange for more details.
Yoga, Mindfullness, Wellbeing and Relaxation Clubs Across North Yorkshire
We hope you found a class or club to suit your wellness needs. If you notice anything missing or out of date, please do let us know, especially if you offer yoga, mindfullness, wellbeing and relaxation classes or services.
As you browse above, you may notice that popular choices include weekly relaxation groups and holistic wellbeing classes that combine meditation, movement, and energy healing. These sessions often take place in peaceful, rural settings, ideal for switching off and recharging.
Some of the clubs above also offer seasonal wellbeing retreats, perfect for deeper rest and self-care. Whether you’re based in Ripon, Boroughbridge, or the surrounding North Yorkshire heartland area, there’s a growing network of passionate practitioners supporting mental and physical health through mind-body practices, who are ready to help you begin your journey toward greater calm, balance, and inner peace.
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