The Sourdough School

BALM – Proven as one of the healthiest approaches to bread in the world.

Based in the walled gardens of Dr. Vanessa Kimbell's beautiful Victorian home in rural Northamptonshire, UK, we tutor individuals and train bakers and healthcare professionals in Baking as Lifestyle Medicine (BALM). Personalising bread to your lifestyle, gut microbiome, and unique genetics for optimal health—tailoring fermentation, fibre, and diversity so that your daily bread becomes the foundation of your health.

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£39.99 / month

An invitation to continue learning with The Sourdough School with an ongoing Alumni Membership

The Alumni Membership is a unique invitation to continue accessing our resources, engage in meaningful discussions and partake in exclusive events and workshops designed to empower your journey as a Sourdough School Scholar.

Remain part of The School, support our teaching and access the full services and courses available to Alumni Members

We don’t just teach baking; we instigate a profound paradigm shift in how we perceive and consume bread, and your participation is part of furthering your activism and accessing support to continue your baking with our Alumni Membership.

Continued Excellence and Advocacy

  • Unrestricted Access: Retain access to our extensive libraries, brimming with cutting-edge research and innovative recipes that deftly blend the science of nutrition with the art of baking
  • Engaged Community: Remain an integral part of our vibrant community, a collective of bakers and healthcare professionals united in their passion for healthier bread
  • Exclusive Sessions: Continue your growth through exclusive sessions, learning from Vanessa and our team of experts
  • Enduring Inspiration: Stay inspired by a network dedicated to sustainable, healthful bread-making
  • Access to registered student events, and courses not available to the public
  • Start Date: On enrolment
  • For Whom: Graduates, undergraduates who have not yet graduated, and former students who wish to stay part of the community and keep learning
  • How? Online with an optional in-person courses, events and workshops with reduced fees and free last minute access to canceled courses where available
  • Availability: Applications are by invitation only
  • Enrolment: Begin as you enrol, but you will need to ensure that you speak to a member of the team to activate your modules
  • Focus: Baking as Lifestyle Medicine (BALM)
  • Level: Former or current extended students
  • Support: Benefit from live weekly clinics and a nurturing community forum
  • Hours: You may come and go as you need, but we recommend engaging in the live sessions to stay up to date

In a world increasingly dominated by ultra-processed foods, being part of The Sourdough School stands as a symbol of resistance and a commitment to nourishing bread and social justice. You are part of a movement that transcends baking, empowering you to inspire others and advocate for wellness through the BALM protocol and our work as a social enterprise.

Learn, Teach, Inspire – join us in this nourishing rebellion against the status quo.

 

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What is The Sourdough School Alumni Membership?

What is The Sourdough School Alumni Membership?

The Sourdough School Alumni Membership offers ongoing engagement for students who have completed classes, are still finalising their studies, or have graduated and wish to maintain access to the resources, community, and principles that shape the Baking as Lifestyle Medicine (BALM) protocol.

A Personal Invitation

The Alumni Membership invitation is not automatic. This membership is personally extended by Dr Vanessa Kimbell to those who have shown commitment to the values of BALM and a continued interest in advancing their skills and knowledge. Whether you are a graduate or a student still working towards completion, this invitation offers an opportunity to deepen your connection with the School.

It allows students to remain ongoing Sourdough School Scholars.  The Sourdough School alumni are invited to continue exploring baking artistry and science beyond graduation. Our Alumni Membership gives you a senior role in sharing knowledge, being part of a community, and continuing your involvement with The Sourdough School. It supports the delivery of the systems change programme you are now a part of.

What are The Alumni Privileges?

  • Up to 60 live sessions a year. Enjoy exclusive access to live sessions on Tuesday evenings, including webinars, discussions, and workshops with industry experts led by Vanessa Kimbell.
  • Access over 200 recipes and video tutorials: New lessons, techniques and visits
  • Unlimited Syllabus Access: Maintain access to our extensive curriculum, deepening your grasp of the intricate elements of baking.
  • Community Engagement: Stay connected with alumni and current students, building relationships and collaborative learning opportunities.
  • Regular Updates and News: Keep abreast of the latest in health-conscious baking, including research and industry news.
  • Ongoing Discussion and Support: Join meaningful discussions, receive support, and share insights within a community dedicated to the BALM protocol.
  • Notification to attend The Sourdough School as a guest (for free tuition) on courses. If there are any last-minute cancelled places, you will be notified of the opportunity. Please note this does not include accommodation of transport, and all other terms and conditions remain constant.
  • Exclusive insight into Vanessa’s newest projects

Continual Learning and Inspiration

Our Alumni Membership is crafted to support your ongoing development as a baker and advocate for healthier living. With access to our vast resources and a vibrant community, you remain at the forefront of baking as lifestyle medicine.

  • Skill Revitalisation: Regularly update and refine your baking techniques and knowledge.
  • Influence Through Sharing: Utilise your skills and insights to inspire and educate others in your circle.
  • Stay Informed: Remain up-to-date with the latest trends, research, and methods in healthful baking.

Remain  Part of the Wider Mission

As part of our alumni network, you are more than just a baker; you are an ambassador for change, continuing to influence and inspire through the principles of BALM. Your journey with us is an ongoing narrative of growth, discovery, and community and I have invited you to join as I feel that you are part of our community and ongoing system change, and I value your contribution.

Additional Features

  • Personalised Guidance is available by appointment, 1:1 tuition as a separate cost.
  • In-Person Enhancement: To upgrade to an in-person experience with Vanessa and the team. Email [email protected] for details.

 

Kindest regards

Vanessa

 

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