Technology in Sport
John Butler from u3a Let’s Talk Tech looks at how technology is transforming athlete performance, officiating, and the fan experience.
Wednesday 16 July at 1pm
Free – online via Zoom
Mindfulness and Meditation Continuation Session: July
Join us each month as we continue the practices introduced in the Mindfulness and Meditation Series, and introduce new ones.
Thursday 17 July at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
Planning Ahead: Age-proofing Your Home
Margaret Edwards will offer practical advice on things that you can do to make your home easier to live in now and in the future
Thursday 17 July at 3pm
Free – online via Zoom
Laughter Yoga with Merrie Maggie: July
Bring more joy and laughter to your life with Laughter Yoga – an aerobic exercise with playful exercises combined with deep yogic breathing.
Tuesday 22 July at 3.30pm
Free – online via Zoom
Secrets of the Human Brain: Talk Six
This talk describes the Taste and Smell pathways from the point when food enters our mouth or an odour enters our nose, to the point when we actually ‘taste’ and ‘smell’ something. It also compares these senses to those of other animals. by Dr Bob Pullen.
Thursday 31 July at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Staying Safe Online – A u3a Presentation with Q&A
Keeping you safe in an electronic age: A repeat talk by Barry Linton, Police Volunteer attached to the Cybercrime Protect and Prevent team.
Friday 1 August at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
The Future and History of Drones
Drones have evolved from simple military tools to advanced autonomous systems reshaping warfare, commerce, and disaster response. As autonomy grows, drones promise major benefits but raise regulatory and ethical challenges for future integration.
Tuesday 5 August at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
Exploring Alternatives to Mainstream Social Media
Peter Lord discusses the history of social media and concerns raised. It then examines some alternatives and how these might be different!
Monday 11 August at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Laughter Yoga with Judith: August
Laughter Yoga combines hearty laughter exercises with deep yoga-style breathing (pranayama). Hosted by Judith Anne Walker of Edinburgh u3a.
Join Moira MacQuaide, Guildford u3a, for this talk on the expeditions of George Mallory.
Friday 15 August at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Mindfulness and Compassion meets Poetry
Helen Potts will introduce mindfulness and compassion practices alongside poetry and expressive prose in a creative, engaging and friendly space.
Monday 18 August at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
Vengeance or Vision? Artemisia Gentileschi and the Art of Survival
Join us for a presentation where we delve into the groundbreaking artistry of one of history’s most amazing female painters.
Thursday 21 August at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence
Ian Hawker examines the crucial role artificial intelligence can play in combatting climate change.
Monday 25 August at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
Laughter Yoga with Merrie Maggie: August
Bring more joy and laughter to your life with Laughter Yoga – an aerobic exercise with playful exercises combined with deep yogic breathing.
Tuesday 26 August at 3.30pm
Free – online via Zoom
Secrets of the Human Brain: Talk Seven
This talk by Dr Bob Pullen, describes the Touch and Pain pathways from the point when something touches our skin to the point when we actually ‘feel’ something.
Thursday 28 August at 2pm
Free – online via Zoom
u3a Yoga Network: New Leaders’ Workshop
Our interactive workshop can provide some tips on how to get started or help with some ideas if your group needs a refresh.
For Group Leaders Only
Monday 1 September at 12pm
Free – online via Zoom
Flight Inspirations Aviation Meeting: September
This lighthearted briefing explores RAF Northolt’s rich history, from its 1915 founding and early aviation experiments to WWII heroics and modern defence roles.
Tuesday 2 September at 10am
Free – online via Zoom
Chris Dowrick explores the emotional intensity of the poet, Rainer Maria Rilke, showing us the deep insights which he offers into the human condition and our relationship with the world around us.
Thursday 4 September at 2pm
Free online via Zoom