Introductory courses in Poole, Chichester & Southampton
Practical Philosophy
Free to be yourself
Transformative practical life skills to last a lifetime.
Discover The Wisdom Within
Philosophy aims to set you free. Free from pressures and worries, free from limiting ways of thinking, free to grow and be yourself.
Take your first steps to freedom with our Introductory course at a choice of locations:
Chichester, Poole & Southampton.
Local Courses
Local face-to-face courses available in Poole, Southampton & Chichester
Peace of Mind
A safe space with experienced & supportive tutors & others looking to philosophy to set them free.
Practical Wisdom
Courses in practical wisdom for everyday living. Meet with like minded individuals.
Look out for our next new Courses in the Autumn 2024.
This popular course is practical rather than academic and draws on sources of wisdom from East and West, past and present.
Explore Life To The Full…
The courses offer a practical means to discover fully who we are, understand how to relate to the world we live in and see what gets in the way of being happy, peaceful and free.
Students are invited to see life as a place to test the words of the wise through practical and mindful exercises.
10 weekly sessions
The ten weekly sessions explore central human questions through discussion, practical observation, conversation and reflection in good company.
- See Course Locations opposite.
Our next introductory practical philosophy courses will be in the Autumn
You can attend this course either in Chichester, Poole or Southampton. See details below…
- CHICHESTER: The Green Door Centre, Main Road, Bosham, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 8PJ
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- Next Introductory Course will begin in the Autumn 2024
- POOLE: Parkstone Grammar School, Sopers Lane, Poole, BH17 7EP
- View Poole Location Map
- Next Introductory Course will begin in the Autumn 2024
- SOUTHAMPTON: Oasis Academy, Redbridge Lane, Lord's Hill, Southampton, SO16 0XN
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- Next Introductory Course will begin in the Autumn 2024
How it works
A tutor presents philosophical ideas, and leads a discussion based on what arises in the group. Being practical rather than academic, the emphasis is on personal knowledge and experience. Students are encouraged neither to accept nor reject the ideas put forward, but to test them in practice for themselves, in the light of their own experience.
"The knowledge and experience that I have gained from the philosophy classes has helped me to discover more about myself and better prepare for dealing with life's daily surprises and challenges."
“The daily awareness exercises … have changed my thinking and I feel more relaxed about situations in the media and other aspects of my daily life.”
“...I am benefiting greatly from the content and the practical nature of it. Thank you, it is enriching my life.”
Find Us on the Map
Check out our Poole, Chichester and Southampton location maps below…
Frequently asked questions
The course is practical in the sense that it takes philosophical ideas and shows how they can be of direct use in our everyday lives. The intention is to stimulate enquiry and through this expand the way we look at the world and ourselves.
Online by selecting the course and location you wish to enrol on, add to cart and then checkout. Alternatively you can email wessexphilosophy@fses.org
If you register online, you will receive a confirmation email with your receipt and the start date of the course for your first days attendance. If you register by any means other than online, you will receive a receipt confirming your registration.
No, all you need is an open and enquiring mind. The course is intended for everyone, regardless of education, occupation, race, political or religious belief.
First you need to enrol on a course. The in-person courses are available in Chichester, Poole and Southampton. Local maps can be found on this page. Other local venues are also available up and down the UK.
If you have any questions simply call us on 07808 931241 or by emailing wessexphilosophy@fses.org