How the

course

works

This is a hands-on course. Forest Bathing is a state of mind, and we can’t learn that through knowledge, only through experience. So we jump into the actual practice from day one, together.

 

  • The course content is online - all you need is internet access and a basic level of English.

  • There is no timed schedule - each week a new lesson is released which you complete in your own time.

  • You practise the Forest Bathing activity in your neighbourhood.

  • You can then share your experience with your coursemates in our online community space.

  • One hour a week is all you need to make progress and gain benefits (there is no upper limit).

  • You are fully supported throughout by Jan, your course leader, and your fellow students.


The course guides you through a series of experiences that help you to unearth your own personal relationship with the natural world. You will discover for yourself your own unique way of connecting with nature. No one can say exactly how it will feel to you, but I can promise you it will be a fascinating journey!

Our community lives in a Private Facebook Group; all of the connection between us happens there. This gives you the freedom to share your feedback on your experiences with your fellow classmates from around the world. There you'll be able to read each other's responses, and learn from each other in the safety of a private group.

“Jan has cleverly devised this course to gently take you from complete novice to a position of confidence in easily digestible, weekly exercises known as Invitations. These Invitations give you the opportunity to slow down, take some time out of your busy life and connect more intensely with the natural world. I would recommend this course to anyone that wants to connect with the natural world on their doorstep”

Each week offers you new experiences:

You practise in the way that suits you,

your area, and the time available.

And then …

you feel the magic!

What students are saying…

  • "encouraging"

    “I found all your Invitations warm and generous Jan, and your presence on the course very kind, optimistic and encouraging.”

  • "interesting"

    “Weekly uplifting and thought-provoking Invitations, combined with interesting and detailed information about scientific research, poetry, and also language.”

  • "beautiful"

    “The video footage which accompanies each module is quite beautiful and is in itself uplifting and therapeutic.”

  • "skills"

    “It’s has been a delight from start to finish - it has definitely enriched my life and left me with skills I will treasure for years to come. I couldn't recommend it enough.”

  • "confident"

    “I began knowing very little about Forest Bathing, but am finishing the course now feeling confident that I can step out into nature, with not only a toolkit, but a natural inclination to connect deeply with it.”

  • "well structured"

    “The course has been structured extremely well into an online format, with beautiful, easy to follow tutorials and a series of really interesting course materials that we've been led through little by little as a group.”

  • "learned from other students"

    “I loved the opportunity to connect with other course members from around the world in the Facebook group and learned a lot from their experiences too.”

  • "uncomplicated"

    “This course is so well constructed. It provides a gentle, uncomplicated way to achieve nature connection. It leads you in stages to establish how you can best interact and benefit from this connection.”

  • "beautifully presented"

    “This beautifully presented course allows you to explore the magic of Forest Bathing, when it’s convenient to you. It was a brilliant introduction.”

  • "enjoyed"

    “I thoroughly enjoyed the course – even though it coincided with a ridiculously busy time for me. I looked forward to your videos and invitations each week.”

  • "convenient"

    “No need to find resources, pre-plan or any financial outlay. I could just get up, head out into the woods and enjoy, whenever convenient for me.”

  • "poetry and science"

    “I particularly liked the poetry, the science about Forest Bathing, and the variety of 'Invitations' which gave me the opportunity to leave the screen and connect with nature”

  • "excellent"

    “The Course was excellent I didn't think something like Forest Bathing could be taught so well online. Having the time to engage at my own pace was very effective. Highly recommended.”

  • "remain in my mind"

    “Connecting with others is an integral part of the course as it is another way of seeing nature through different eyes. The course will remain in my mind always.”

  • "discovery"

    “Jan guided us through a discovery process of our senses (seeing, hearing, feeling, smelling), becoming aware of my body, connecting to nature in a way I did not imagine.”

  • "inspiring"

    “Loved engaging with the others! I love that each person's take on an Invitation is unique, and there were lots of variations on each weekly theme. Very inspiring.”

  • "understanding"

    “I’ve gained confidence in the practice of Forest Bathing - understanding what this practice is, and what it means to be me, practising it!”

  • "knowledge and connection"

    “Knowledge and connection with other like-minded folk, who each bring a new perspective in what they see. It has been lovely to be a part of that community.”

  • "supportive feedback"

    “Loved the supportive feedback that I was on the right path, and also seeing the wonder of what fellow students shared gave me a greater perspective.”

  • "no pressure"

    “The calm, relaxing way that the course flowed - there was no pressure, so I feel I learned more because of this.”

  • "practical"

    “All of the content is so thoughtful, practical, and engaging. The course felt "alive" and I could feel the care that was placed into its creation.”

  • "community"

    “There was an overriding sense of being part of a community all doing the same thing in different ways. I really enjoyed sharing photos and experiences”

  • "down-to-earth videos"

    “I really appreciated how natural and genuine and down-to-earth the videos are - gentle and simple and fun, but with depth. Loved the poems too!”

  • "food for thought"

    “I loved the science and the concepts, and the poems too. These gave some really interesting food for thought.”

  • "profound"

    “I loved the invitations to connect with nature in a profound way simply by following Jan's example. Often much more powerful than I'd expected.”

  • "motivated"

    “I really appreciated every single Invitation I followed. I go outdoors often, but the course repeatedly motivated me to mindfully appreciate different aspects of nature.”

By the end of this course, you will…

  • be able to slip into your relaxed and present state at will.

  • be learning to maintain that calm mental state throughout the day.

  • be enjoying improved health and wellbeing.

  • be feeling a deeper sense of belonging in the natural world.

  • be falling in love with the beauty of nature in your own neighbourhood.

  • be discovering your own unique style of Forest Bathing.

  • be developing the habit of Forest Bathing.

  • have 30+ activities to return to, to keep refreshing your connection with nature.

  • be an independent Forest Bather.

  • have all you need to continue for the rest of your life, whatever your circumstances.