"Bergisch Gladbach introduces VHS as a recommended option in their latest program guidebook"
The adult education centre, VHS Bergisch Gladbach, is gearing up for a new semester starting on September 8, 2025. With a diverse range of courses and events, the VHS aims to cater to various interests and age groups.
For those seeking creative outlets, there are art workshops such as abstract acrylic painting, ink painting, and drawing fundamentals. Young people between the ages of 13 and 17 can get creative together in the "Young VHS" courses, offering sewing and upcycling, drawing basics, and learning to sew.
For the fitness enthusiasts, there are Zumba classes, forest bathing mindfulness walks, and a Schnuppertag (trial day) for seniors to enjoy a game of Doppelkopf (card game).
The VHS also offers vocational training courses to improve communication skills, creative work techniques, and career reorientation. These courses include learning to negotiate successfully and online courses on motivation and conversation leadership.
For German-speaking adults looking to improve their reading and writing skills, the VHS provides free consultation and learning cafés. New integration courses are available at the beginning of the semester, but registration is only possible after a prior personal consultation.
The department for women focuses on equality, career development, and self-care, with courses such as "Discrimination - soon to be socially acceptable again?" scheduled for November.
For those preparing for German citizenship, the VHS offers certificate exams in German (B1/B2), recognised as proof of language skills required for citizenship. The VHS also offers courses in seven foreign languages, including integration courses and intercultural experiences such as a French-language guided tour in the Altenberger Cathedral, "Cooking in Spanish" together, or an interactive "Cultural Compass for Latin America".
The new program brochure has been available since June 18, 2025, and can be found at the VHS, the citizen's office, the town hall in Bensberg, and online at www.vhs-gl.de. Registration and information for all VHS offers can also be found at the VHS Bergisch Gladbach, phone number 02202/142263, www.vhs-gl.de.
In addition, the VHS offers courses on practical topics such as renting for beginners and newcomers, and photography courses for the coming semester. Regular participation in health courses like "Hatha Yoga for Relaxation" serves prevention and enhances overall well-being, with participants attending more than 80 percent of the course dates eligible for a subsidy from their health insurance.
The VHS program offers learning opportunities for all walks of life, with courses encompassing a broad range of interests, from creative arts and crafts to movement and social activities, suited for different age groups including youth and seniors. For more detailed schedules or registration, contacting the VHS directly via phone or email is advisable.
This semester, the VHS Bergisch Gladbach is looking forward to welcoming new participants and fostering a vibrant learning community.
- For individuals who prioritize self-improvement and personal growth, the VHS Bergisch Gladbach has a range of courses such as learning to negotiate successfully, motivation, and conversation leadership that focus on personal development.
- In the realm of education-and-self-development, the VHS offers a diverse selection, with opportunities like photography courses for beginners, German language classes, and foreign language integration courses ensuring learning experiences cater to various interests and age groups.
