STIMULATE your mind and relax your soul that is the message coming loud and clear from Swindon College's new directory of adult courses.

As well as traditional computing and language courses the college is also offering prospective pupils in Swindon the chance to learn about everything from self-hypnosis and stress management to Reiki healing and past life regression.

The latter, which appears in the brochure for the first time this year, is for people who would like to learn about reincarnation.

The directory says that the day-long class will be led by a qualified regression therapist in a sensitive atmosphere.

Sessions will take place in Marlborough and Swindon in February and March.

But if regression is not your thing, learning the skills of massage might just appeal.

There are three different massage classes to choose from, each exploring different techniques.

Indian Head Massage aims to improve health by easing tension while Massage for Relaxation is said to be one of the oldest forms of therapy known to man.

Movement, Massage and Meditation aims to induce a total feeling of relaxation, calmness and well- being.

The range of language courses on offer has also been extended and includes Arabic, Greek, Portuguese and Russian alongside German, French and Spanish.

Other fun courses include astronomy, creative writing, wine appreciation, cookery and pottery.

Classes on Japanese patchwork, jewellery and silver work, interior design and fashion are also available.

The new Adult Learners Directory is available from Swindon College and Central Library. Contact the college by writing to Swindon College, Regent Circus, Swindon, SN1 1PT or call free on 0800 731 2250.

Information on enrolling at the college can be found the college website at: www.swindon-college.ac.uk