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What will I learn? Your mind is a treasure trove of creative memories. This course aims to open that store and get you writing your memories in poetry or prose. Through writing exercises, discussion, and tutor mini lecture in a non-threatening environment you will come away with ideas, a beginning, and a direction for your […]

What will I learn? This course will give you fun practical ideas to encourage your child to enjoy a healthy diet and lifestyle with fun activities to keep them happy and active indoors and out whilst developing essential coordination skills. You will also learn how to support your child’s emotional well-being and help them develop […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give you a taste of Tai Chi which can help relieve the symptoms of stress tension, bad circulation, high blood pressure, migraine, stiffness of the joints, back pains and helps build up the body’s immune system. Is this course for me? The gentle nature of Tai Chi […]

What will I learn? The term “qi gong” is a combination of two words: “qi” which means “subtle breath” or “vital energy,” and “gong” which translates to “skill cultivated through steady practice.” Together, the words describe an age-old Chinese practice to create health and balance within the body. Qigong is an ancient martial art using […]

What will I learn? At this FREE TASTER work shop you will learn some of the basics of this wonderful craft. You will work on a sample piece which you can take away and complete at home.Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance the tutor will teach you how to:– cut your patchwork […]

What will I learn? At this FREE TASTER work shop you will learn some of the basics of this wonderful craft. You will work on a sample piece which you can take away and complete at home.Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance the tutor will teach you how to:– cut your patchwork […]

What will I learn? Discover and learn Tai Chi for Health with guidance and tuition from a qualified and experienced Tai Chi Tutor. During the course, the tutor will demonstrate the form and support individuals to work at their own level and pace. Exercise or being active is essential for good health, it is even […]

What will I learn? Discover and learn the practice of Wudang Tai Chi Chan with guidance and tuition from a qualified and experienced Tai Chi Tutor. During the course, the tutor (European Champion at Hand Form) will demonstrate the form and support individuals to work at their own level and pace. Learning Wudang Tai Chi […]

What will I learn? This taster session will give you the opportunity to try Pilates.The practice of Pilates aims to exercise all the muscle groups in the body, emphasising use of the deep abdominal muscles. It will provide stability by strengthening the core, the transverse abdominal muscle and pelvic floor, which, in turn will help […]

What will I learn? Come and have a go at being creative and make your own bespoke jewellery with the guidance of a qualified tutor who is a professional jeweller.This workshop will introduce you to the tools and techniques of making jewellery by designing and creating a pendant or ring of your choice. There will […]

What will I learn? During this session learners will:• Be introduced to a variety of watercolour techniques.• Have the opportunity to ask questions and gain advice and tips. Is this course for me? This workshop is for beginners to those who have some experience in watercolours and would like to develop their skills and confidence. […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give you an introduction to British Sign Language and to the alphabet and basic conversation, topics and skills.You will learn to:• Introduce yourself.• Ask some simpler questions of the person you are talking to.• Understand some simple questions about yourself. Is this course for me? It is […]

What will I learn? During the course you will learn: ● To set-up your machine for different fabric types and projects.● Explore a variety of foot attachments and how to use them.● Essential sewing techniques such as: Seams, hems, fastenings and decorative techniques.● Have the opportunity to work on a craft project of your choice, […]

What will I learn? Enjoy a day being creative making your own bespoke jewellery with the guidance of a qualified tutor who is a professional jeweller.This workshop will introduce you to the tools and techniques of making jewellery by designing and creating pendants and/or earrings of your choice. There will be a range of texturing […]

What will I learn? Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this one-day course, in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. Appreciate the beautiful colours of the stunning grounds to inspire your creativity.This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it is by learning these that you will be able to develop […]

What will I learn? The topics from the Beginners course in year 1 will be reviewed to ensure understanding of what should be known already, and will be extended as appropriate for Year 2. In particular, competitive bidding and slam bidding will be covered in detail, along with declarer and defensive guidelines and play. New […]

What will I learn? This Advanced course is a great opportunity to consolidate and use the Italian language fluently, building on previous knowledge and skills. This course will give you the chance to communicate with other advanced learners and ensure your skills remain current. During this course you will:• further develop your speaking, listening, reading, […]

What 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 […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to extend and develop their drawing and painting skills in pencil, charcoal, pastels, inks, watercolour, acrylic and other media. Firstly, it will focus on improving current observational skills and hand skills and as the course progresses it will focus on preferred media or […]

What will I learn? The bidding and play topics from the Year 1 Beginning and Year 2 Continuing Bridge courses will be reviewed to ensure understanding of what should be known already and developed further in Year 3. Transfers after 1NT and 2NT openings, competitive bidding and supportive bidding will be covered in detail, along […]