u3a - Workshops

Our series of online workshops have been developed in response to common challenges u3as face. They provide an opportunity to find solutions and share best practice with other u3a members. Please book your place using the links below.

In addition, u3as, networks and regions can request online or in person workshops. Click the button below to find out more.

Our Workshops

Workshop support

Workshop requests

Our Workshops

Contingency and succession planning

What does it cover? Information to help you understand the difference between contingency and succession planning for your u3a and Committee, and their importance in running your u3a smoothly.

Date of next session:

Tuesday 7 July 10.00-11.30 Book Now
Tuesday 4 August 10.00-12.00 Book Now
Thursday 3 September 10.30-12.30 Book Now
Wednesday 7 October 10.30-12.30 Book Now

"Very useful session - made me think about a number of things as a new trustee."

Helping your u3a grow

What does it cover? Ideas and information to help recruit new members, the benefits of which include more diverse interest groups and a bigger pool of potential volunteers. The conditions needed for growth will be explored and overcoming challenges.

Date of next session(s):

Monday 13 July 11.00-12.30 Book Now
Wednesday 12 August 10.00-12.00 Book Now
Tuesday 8 September 10.00-12.00 Book Now

“I found it interesting, informative and thought provoking - it was very useful to hear other participants’ experience & suggestions.”

Motivating members to volunteer

What does it cover? Recognising the importance of volunteering within the u3a and identifying common challenges and finding workable solutions.

Date of next session(s):

Friday 31 July 11.00-12.30 Book Now
Monday 24 August 10.30-12.30 Book Now
Thursday 24 September 10.00-12.00 Book Now

“This was a well-run workshop, a lot to take away and review with my committee. Thank you!”

Organising and running u3a interest groups

What does it cover? Information to help you understand the roles and responsibilities of Group Coordinators and Group Leaders, and to discuss ideas and good practice in running successful groups.

Date of next session(s):

Thursday 23 July 10.30-12.00 Book Now
Tuesday 18 August 10.00-12.00 Book Now
Wednesday 16 September 10.00-12.00 Book Now

"The workshop covered everything that I needed to know, it was comprehensive - the sharing and networking was useful –thank you.”

Workshop support

If you require help with Zoom prior to attending a workshop, any additional support, or if there isn’t a workshop date listed for one you would like to attend please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Workshop requests

We can arrange to run online workshops for groups of u3as, networks and Regions. If this is something you would like to request, please click on the button below and complete the form.

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Additional information

If you didn't find the support you needed, you can find useful information on the Advice and Guidance page.