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Create an Acrylic Painting in a day – Workshop
£61.50 Pugin Hall, Marlow
Sat 16-May-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? You will learn how to draw a sketch from a photo or object. Master basic colour mixing and blending techniques to develop into a finished painting.The tutor will provide small group demonstrations and individual support to ensure that learners can work at their own level and pace. Is this course for […]
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Palette Knife Painting – Workshop
£61.50 Amersham ALC
Sat 16-May-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Spend a day learning how to use a painting knife to create thick, textural (impasto style) painting using either acrylic or oil paint.Learn to:● Use techniques such as building thick paint layers and scraffito (scratching).● Use additives to thicken paint and create interesting textures● Use light & dark paint tones to […]
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Using an Overlocker Sewing Machine for Improvers – Workshop
£60.70 Highcrest ALC, High Wycombe
Sat 16-May-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? During the workshop you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of techniques using an overlocker including: Working with different thread set upsFlat lock or butt seaming ( if your machine has this stitch capability)Explore overlocker foot attachments( optional): taping foot, blind hem (you may need to purchase these, they […]
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Dance Around the World
£10.00 Amersham ALC
Thu 21-May-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 20:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? You will learn a variety of steps from different cultures around the world Is this course for me? This course is for anyone with an interest in learning new dance steps. What do I need to bring? It is not necessary to buy materials for this course. Wear soft shoes (such […]
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Garden and Planting Design – Low Maintenance – Workshop (2 consecutive days)
£50.00 Amersham ALC
Tue 26-May-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? The course aims to help you to choose the right plants to improve and re-design your gardens. During the course you will consider:● Plant choices.● Main elements of low-maintenance garden design.● Planting ideas to remove work.● Ground cover planting and weed control.● Drought, wind, pest and disease resistant planting. Is this […]
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Watercolour at Waddesdon for Beginners and Improvers
£100.00 Stable Courtyard - Waddesdon Manor
Wed 27-May-2026
(Weeks) 1
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 13:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this three day course in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it is by learning these that you will be able to develop your skills and knowledge to make successful watercolour paintings.The course […]
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Art Inspired by the British Museum
£90.20 Amersham ALC
Sat 30-May-2026
(Weeks) 2
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 15:30
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? Enjoy an art-filled day out at one of London’s top cultural spots – be inspired by a range of objects and artefacts, complete research tasks using your sketchbook and phone / camera and discuss your findings with the group. The following week, we will then reconvene in our studio to create […]
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Painting – Intermediate – Half-termly
£115.00 Stewart Hall, Little Kimble
Mon 01-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to explore the different aspects and techniques and apply it in your own style. A chance to work in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere with like-minded artists.You will learn through practical experience, with individual tuition from the tutor. The course is designed to […]
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Garden Design – Design and Planting Principles
£122.50 Amersham ALC
Mon 01-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 7
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:30 - 14:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the skills of landscape horticulture. It will enable you to work on your own designs and to create and maintain your own planting schemes.During the course you will cover:● Drawing techniques and plans.● A choice of materials, plants and design layouts.● The identification of […]
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Portrait Drawing and Painting
£377.95 Amersham ALC
Mon 01-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 09:30 - 15:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to offer learners skills in portraiture painting and drawing when using different media of the learner’s choice.Learners will observe tutor demonstrations, participate in class discussions and work under one-to-one guidance. They will experiment with different media used in portraiture painting and drawing. The emphasis is on enjoying working […]
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Lip-Reading and Managing Hearing Loss (half-termly)
£122.50 Amersham ALC
Mon 01-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 7
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:15 - 12:15
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to progress and develop learners’ lip-reading and communication skills within an informal, relaxed and mutually supportive atmosphere. During the course through demonstration, observation and a variety of practical exercises you will observe the basic shapes of every day speech and practise a range of simple listening skills. There […]
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Drawing and Painting for Beginners and Improvers
£132.50 Chesham ALC
Mon 01-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 7
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to provide a supportive place in which you can learn drawing and painting skills in any medium of your choice. During the course you will be given the opportunity to experiment in various media: pencils, charcoal, pastels, inks, watercolours and acrylic.For beginners the course consists of a series […]
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Lip-Reading and Managing Hearing Loss (half-termly)
£122.50 Amersham ALC
Mon 01-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 7
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 13:00 - 15:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to progress and develop learners’ lip-reading and communication skills within an informal, relaxed and mutually supportive atmosphere. During the course through demonstration, observation and a variety of practical exercises you will observe the basic shapes of every day speech and practise a range of simple listening skills. There […]
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Crochet and Knitting for Beginners and Improvers
£87.50 Chesham ALC
Tue 02-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 5
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:45 - 14:45
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘languages’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]
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Flamenco Dancing for Beginners
£53.00 Amersham ALC
Tue 02-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 11:00 - 12:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Flamenco is the passionate dance from Andalucia, Spain. Come along and learn how to dance Flamenco. You will have the opportunity to create proud Flamenco posture and beautiful arm and hand movements. Your new moves will be tied together into a dance sequence throughout the term, within a relaxed and fun […]
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Tai Chi for Beginners
£52.50 Bourne End Library
Tue 02-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Afternoon
(Course Time:) 12:30 - 13:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Discover and learn the practice of Tai Chi with guidance and tuition from a well-qualified and experienced Tai Chi tutor. Tai Chi can help relieve the symptoms of stress tension, bad circulation, high blood pressure, migraine, stiffness of the joints, back pains and it is believed to help build up the […]
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Flamenco Dancing for Improvers
£78.75 Amersham ALC
Tue 02-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 17:45 - 19:15
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Through learning Flamenco dance you will create proud Flamenco posture and beautiful arm and hand movements. Your new moves will be tied together into a dance sequence within a relaxed and fun learning environment. During the course you will:• Warm up and cool down the body safely for dance movement.• Follow […]
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Acoustic Guitar
£105.00 Amersham ALC
Tue 02-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Evening
(Course Time:) 19:00 - 21:00
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AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the basic guitar skills that will encourage, inspire and empower you to play your guitar more confidently. This course will focus on the knowledge and skills required to play popular songs. You will also start to learn about chords and scale patterns.During the course […]
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Portrait Drawing and Painting (fee does NOT inc. model)
£115.00 Beaconsfield ALC
Wed 03-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:00 - 12:00
Places
AvailableWhat will I learn? This course aims to offer learners skills in portraiture painting and drawing when using different media of the learner’s choice.Learners will observe tutor demonstrations, participate in class discussions and work under one-to-one guidance. They will experiment with different media used in portraiture painting and drawing. The emphasis is on enjoying working […]
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Pilates
£52.50 Amersham ALC
Wed 03-Jun-2026
(Weeks) 6
(Sessions) Morning
(Course Time:) 10:30 - 11:30
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AvailableWhat will I learn? Explore and learn how to practise Pilates with guidance and tuition from a highly-qualified tutor.Pilates caters for everyone, from beginner to advanced. You can perform exercises using your own body weight, or with the help of various pieces of equipment.This course aims to exercise all the muscle groups in the body, […]