Courses and Training

Welcome to our Community Courses and Training area.

Here you will find a selection of courses of various forms, including In-Person and Virtual ways of attending.

These are provided by our valued Partner Organisations to give Service Personnel and their Families additional skills and knowledge.

  • Managing Big Emotions and Meltdowns Course

    Managing Big Emotions and Meltdowns Course A 4-week course starting on Tuesday 13th October 2026 On Zoom from 7:30 - 9:00PM Join our supportive parenting course for Navy families to learn practical strategies, share experiences with others who understand and build confidence in managing chall...
    • 8 Sep 2026
  • Individual Couple Support

    Individual Couple Support Six free sessions on Zoom, at dates and times mutually agreed (during working hours). Exploring:• Strength and growth areas• Relationship dynamics• Communication• Managing conflict• Family of origin and personality For Royal&...
    • 8 Sep 2026
  • Child-Parent Relationship Training - In-Person

    Child-Parent Relationship Training - In-Person A 10-session therapeutic parenting skills group training starting on Tuesday 6th October 2026, 9.30 – 11.30 am. King’s Academy Gosport Community Hub Meet other Navy families and learn how to:• Understand your child’s emotional ...
    • 7 Sep 2026
  • Understanding Demand Avoidance in Neurodivergent Children (Diagnosed or Not) - Seminar

    Understanding Demand Avoidance in Neurodivergent Children (Diagnosed or Not) - Seminar Thursday 24ᵗʰ September 2026 From 7:30 – 9:00PM on Zoom. To assist with understanding why Demand Avoidance happens and how to respond in ways that help. For Royal Navy Parents of children of neurodivergent children of all ages (diagnosed or not...
    • 7 Sep 2026
  • Serve and Protect Credit Union Upcoming Webinars - September 2026

    Serve and Protect Credit Union Upcoming Webinars - September 2026 Car Finance: More than a Monthly Payment Date: Tuesday 1st September Time: 12:00-12:45 What to Expect: Discover the financial impacts of harmful gambling with representatives from GamCare. Green Living: Simple Eco-Friendly Tips to Lower Your Bills D...
    • 25 Aug 2026
  • Up and Coming Events with X-Forces

    Up and Coming Events with X-Forces Self-Employment Discovery Workshop Online Event: 10 September 2026 Just starting out? Why not book onto our Self Employment Discovery workshops coming soon, this is a powerful, one-day virtual workshop created for veterans and reservists who are cu...
    • 6 Aug 2026
  • Forces Employment Charity - Get into Tech Event - Glasgow

    Forces Employment Charity - Get into Tech Event - Glasgow TechVets are working in partnership with Cognizant and Belcan to deliver an in-person event – Get into Tech Scotland on Thursday 24 September from 1130-1630 hrs. It’s fully funded, so only transport costs need to be covered by indivi...
    • 31 Jul 2026
  • Introduction to Parenting Children with ADHD - Online Seminar for Naval Families

    Introduction to Parenting Children with ADHD - Online Seminar for Naval Families Southampton Family Trust's An Introduction to Parenting Children with ADHD Online Seminar for Royal Navy and Royal Marines families. Part of Royal Navy Royal Marines Charity Strengthening Families Programme Would you like to learn ...
    • 27 Jul 2026
  • Swim Free - Lifeguard Course - Portsmouth Area

    Swim Free - Lifeguard Course - Portsmouth Area LAST AVAILABLE SPACES GOING FAST! Swim Free will be hosting a fully funded National Pool Lifeguard Qualification course from the 3rd to 7th August 2026. Participants must be 16years+ and have a serving or reservist parent in the RN, RM or RFA. B...
    • 13 Jul 2026
  • Understanding Oppositional Behaviour in Neurodivergent Children - Free Online Seminar

    Understanding Oppositional Behaviour in Neurodivergent Children - Free Online Seminar Southampton Family Trust's Understanding Oppositional Behaviour free online seminar for Royal Navy and Royal Marines families. Part of Royal Navy Royal Marines Charity Strengthening Families Programme. 16th July 2026 7.30 - 9....
    • 7 Jul 2026
  • Serve and Protect Credit Union - Free Financial Webinars July/August 2026

    Serve and Protect Credit Union - Free Financial Webinars July/August 2026 Serve and Protect deliver free webinars to help boost financial confidence. The latest webinars are listed below with further useful resources available via the Serve and Protect website. Serve and Protect Resources Green Living: Simple Eco-Fri...
    • 6 Jul 2026
  • Up and Coming Events with X-Forces

    Up and Coming Events with X-Forces Business Discovery for Military Partners and Spouses Online Event: 8 July 2026 A confidence-building 1 day introduction to self-employment, helping Forces families understand the fundamentals of business, legal basics, and what to expect from the jou...
    • 6 Jul 2026
  • Parenting During the Deployment Cycle - Online Seminar

    Parenting During the Deployment Cycle - Online Seminar Southampton Family Trust's Parenting During the Deployment Cycle Online Seminar for Royal Navy and Royal Marines families. Part of Royal Navy Royal Marines Charity Strengthening Families Programme Thursday 2nd July 2026 7.30 – 9.00pm ...
    • 17 Jun 2026
  • RNSA - New Locations for 2026

    RNSA - New Locations for 2026 Royal Naval Sailing Association (RNSA) have 3 new locations available for their Youth Crew programme this year in Hull, Bristol and Liverpool. RNSA offer the following courses to the Serving and Reservists RN, RM and RFA and their Families. Ful...
    • 17 Jun 2026
  • Understanding Emotionally Based School Avoidance in Neurodivergent Children

    Understanding Emotionally Based School Avoidance in Neurodivergent Children Southampton Family Trust's Understanding School Anxiety Online Seminar for Royal Navy and Royal Marines families. Part of Royal Navy Royal Marines Charity Strengthening Families Programme 18th June 2026 7.30 - 9.00 pm Fr...
    • 15 Jun 2026
  • Free Relationship Support Courses

    Free Relationship Support Courses Thanks to generous funding from Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity, Marriage Care are running FREE relationship support sessions for Naval couples again this year. These relaxed, informal and engaging sessions are for any serving members of the R...
    • 15 Jun 2026
  • Empower & Connect: Military Spouse Experience

    Empower & Connect: Military Spouse Experience JPMorgan are delighted to be hosting their final in-person event for the 2026 ACCESS Programme, taking place on 23–24 June in London. This two-day experience is designed to recognise the unique strengths, resilience and potential of military...
    • 1 Jun 2026
  • Masking and Burnout Seminar for Naval Families Supporting Neurodivergent Children

    Masking and Burnout Seminar for Naval Families Supporting Neurodivergent Children Southampton Family Trust's Masking and Burnout Seminar for Naval families supporting neurodivergent children. Part of Royal Navy Royal Marines Charity Strengthening Families Programme 4th June 2026 7.30 - 9.00 pm Free Online (Via...
    • 18 May 2026
  • Big Emotions course for Royal Navy and Royal Marines Families

    Big Emotions course for Royal Navy and Royal Marines Families We know that parenting a child with ADHD and/or autism is incredibly rewarding, but also exhausting and isolating at times, especially when you’re dealing with big emotions, meltdowns or behaviour which is aggressive or even violent. That&rsquo...
    • 14 May 2026
  • Not to be missed: Empowering You is back!

    Not to be missed: Empowering You is back! Whether you’re exploring a new career, returning to work, or looking for fresh inspiration, Empowering You is here to help you take that next step. 9–11 June Hybrid experience – join online + in person (London, Glasgow or Knutsfo...
    • 13 May 2026
  • Parenting Children with Autism Course for Naval Families

    Parenting Children with Autism Course for Naval Families Southampton Family Trust are hosting Parenting Children with Autism Course for Naval Families starting on Monday 11th May, running for 8 weeks, and taking place from 7- 9 pm on Zoom. (There will be a break on Monday 25th&nbsp...
    • 5 May 2026
  • Serve and Protect - April 2026

    Serve and Protect - April 2026 Harmful Effects of Gambling w/ GamCare Date: Tuesday 5th May Time: 12:00-13:00 What to Expect: Discover the financial impacts of harmful gambling with representatives from GamCare. Green Living: Simple ...
    • 29 Apr 2026
  • Business Start-up Programme - New Course Dates

    : Build a business that works for you with support from Supporting the Unsung Hero! Military life demands extraordinary adaptability. While traditional careers don’t always fit with frequent relocations and deployments, entrepreneurship can off...
    • 28 Apr 2026
  • Real Confidence for Real People: Imposter Syndrome

    Real Confidence for Real People: Imposter Syndrome Delivered by the expert coaching team at Aletheia — Sam Ryder, Zoe Hughes, Saskia Hart, and Estelle Bailly — this free, practical session is designed specifically for military spouses and partners navigating self-doubt, career gaps, and t...
    • 28 Apr 2026
  • Autism Seminar for Naval Families Only - 30th April via Zoom.

    The Introduction to Autism Seminar for Naval families only is running this Thursday, 30th April, on Zoom. We are still taking bookings, please share this opportunity with families who may benefit. Autism Seminar Suitab...
    • 27 Apr 2026