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Past Workshops and Events

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

West African Dancing with Diene Sagna

Bored of your solitary gym sessions? Us too. So get a fitness fix in a vibe-packed workshop pulsating with the rhythms of West Africa, hosted by Senegalese dance artist Diene Sagna. A celebration of life through a beautiful blend of rhythms and movement. Hand-eye coordination…

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

Winner Winner Xmas Dinner

Shine your shoes and get your games face on as we put on the most spirited knees-up imaginable! A lip-smacking winter feast garnished with classic games, seasonal singing and a proper festive disco to boot – all to be found in the most magical secret…

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

Are you game? with Kevin Davidson

Games guru Kevin Campbell Davidson will be your host for an evening romp through the classic games and playful gems Kevin’s collected as a dedicated games magpie. From tagging to listening games, physical dexterity to mental agility games, Kevin will refresh you with the spirit…

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

Soul Singing with the Songbirds

Be Aretha for the night. This is your (in)formal invite to dust off those vocal chords, douse yourself in diva and come for a soulful singathon worthy of Otis Redding. Hosted by the gorgeous Kelly from the Songbird Sessions, this is a blissful singing workshop…

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

Flamenco Fever with Danielle Allan

Spice up your life with a little gypsy fire. Come learn classic flamenco dance steps and turns in a chilled and supportive atmosphere suitable for absolute beginners. Get to know the rich complexity and driving rhythms of this Andalucian Gypsy art form with expert tuition…

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

Playing On with Mick Barnfather

An almighty throwback to the playground, this is a workshop dedicated to old school fun and games. Play time but for adults. Ranging from high-energy Tag, to mind-bending word and rhythm games; our games-maestro Mick has something for everyone up his sneaky sleeve. The ideal…

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

World Music Songs with Cleo Lane

Seriously soulful songs from Blues, World, Folk and African traditions come courtesy of the infectiously cheery and charming Cleo Lane in this singing workshop for all levels. Dust the cobwebs off your voicebox and come learn some uplifting tunes to leave you with a smile…

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

Hula Hoop with Anna the Hulagan

Ana’s a Hulagan. Heralded as ‘London’s cult hooping artiste’, she’s a seasoned pro at bringing out the super hooper in all of us. In this workshop Ana will teach some jazzy tricks all levels can master and leave you handling a hoop like a whirling…

Tuesday 23rd June 2015

Improvisation Station with Loose Baker

A session devoted to having creative fun, hosted by play impresario Loose Baker. Dig in to a juicy assortment of improvisation games, exercises and tips to help sharpen that beautiful brain of yours. Games you played as a kid fused with exercises that push your imagination…

Monday 22nd June 2015

The Name of the Game with Loose Baker

A FREE games session inviting you to relive your playground heydays (not Kiss Chase though, behave) with games guru Loose. Re-connect with your inner big kid by playing some old school games guaranteed to shake off the hectic day. WHAT GAMES? I hear you shout….

Monday 22nd June 2015

Gamesmaster Flash with Jim Rastall

Let excitable improvisation guru, Jim Rastall, activate your mischievous spirit in an evening romp through the playground games of your youthful heyday. Think Bulldog, Bombs & Shields and playful twists on all those classic games you used to love. Jim champions the power of play…

Drumming

Monday 22nd June 2015

African Drumming and Singing with Tom Morley

Fancy playing the snazziest of West African djembe drums? Then come roadtest the djembe in a workshop comprised of beautiful beats, world music harmonies and Tom Morley’s infectiously good cheer. Tom’s love affair with drumming all started in a Native American Sweat lodge (where else?)…

Monday 22nd June 2015

Samba Reggae with Mariana Pinho

Let’s get together and feel all right! Shake your tail feather, bounce to some reggae rhythms and sweat in an uplifting dance class open to all abilities. Samba Reggae is an exhilarating dance form that originated in Brazil in the mid 80s and Mariana is…

Monday 22nd June 2015

The Playground with Leah Cox

Fondness for fooling around? Ah, we’ve just the thing for you. A blissfully silly evening of old school games designed to release your inner big kid, with the pixie-of-fun Leah Cox. Chasing, singing, rolling, flying* are the type of things you can expect to do,…

Monday 22nd June 2015

Playing the Spoons with Jo May

The perfect workshop for those with a serious desire to make musical use of silverware. Become a kitchen composer in the space of an evening with infectiously cheery Jo May. Jo’s a pro spooner, percussionist and folk musician who’s a firm favourite on the festival…

Friday 15th May 2015

The people’s festival of play

Calling all players, shakers, fun makers; join us for a FREE day festival of games, workshops & activities, all for adults. Playground Games, Ultimate Frisbee, Mindfulness workshops, Rounders, a juicy People’s Kitchen picnic, Giant Twister & much more. This is your invite to actively create…

Thursday 12th March 2015

In the Summertime

Celebrate the British summer time (come rain or shine) with an afternoon of old school games in the park. Capture the Flag, Bulldog, Rounders, you get the vibe. If it rains we’ll incorporate brollies into everything. Bring your mates and the sun. Meet outside Hampstead…

Thursday 12th March 2015

Folk Songs with Cleo Lane (Stoke Newington)

Seriously soulful songs from Blues, World, Folk and African traditions come courtesy of the infectiously cheery and charming Cleo Lane in this singing workshop for all levels. Dust the cobwebs off your voicebox and come learn some uplifting tunes to leave you with a smile…

Thursday 12th March 2015

Games Glorious Games with Mick Barnfather

Feeling foolish? Well how about an evening of old school fun and games with Mick Barnfather. Play time but for adults. Ranging from high-energy tag to wink murder, word games to rhythm games; our games-maestro has something for everyone up his sneaky sleeve. The ideal…

Thursday 12th March 2015

Hula Hoop with Anna the Hulagan

Anna’s a Hulagan. Heralded as ‘London’s cult hooping artiste’, she’s a seasoned pro at bringing out the super hooper in all of us. In this workshop Anna will teach some jazzy tricks all levels can master and leave you handling a hoop like a whirling…

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