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Past Workshops and Events

Monday 14th December 2015

African Drumming and Singing

The ultimate in uplifting hippy music fixes, suitable for all levels of drumming expertise. Expect to learn some easy djembe drumming techniques and some world music diamonds to accompany them. Above all, expect Tom Morley’s infectiously good cheer. Vibes aplenty.

Monday 14th December 2015

Let’s get Loose

Blisteringly silly games, hosted by the Games Mistress you wish you had in school, Loose Baker. Loose remixes playground classics such as Bulldog and Keepy-Uppy and injects them with modern vibes. She also makes some incredible new ones up. Your kind of thing? Then bring…

Monday 14th December 2015

The Big Samba Workout

In need of some actually fun fitness? We totally hear you. So we came up with The Big Samba Workout, where dance meets fitness in an uplifting fusion class. Soak up some Latin tunes and shake off the day in a session suitable for all levels,…

Monday 14th December 2015

A Soulful Songbird Session

A blissful singing workshop open to all levels of singing expertise that’ll spruce up your shower-singing no end. Whether you’re tone deaf or a tremendous tenor, our Soulful Sessions are all about enjoying the beautiful power of music (and feeling as sassy as Aretha in…

Monday 14th December 2015

Gamesmaster Flash

A playground games session with Jim Rastall. Tag, Wink Murder, Bulldog, you get the vibe! Games at Antidote: Stuck-In-The-Mud, Duck Duck Goose, Grandma’s Footsteps – remember those? We say you’re never too old to play them. Expect remixed versions of playground classics and some tasty…

Wednesday 16th September 2015

Red Rhythm

Amidst a world of whirling dancers, velvet drapes and hula hoops, you’ll discover your inner swinger (no, not the key-swapping kind) and reclaim your youth in an evening extravaganza of old school games and swing dancing. Tunes and games filling every nook and cranny and…

Monday 3rd August 2015

Roadtest the Harmonica (Stoke Newington)

Test out the ultimate in portable instruments with the charming Vincenzo Fratelli. Portable instruments are pretty in right now. They’re practical AND there’s nothing better than effortlessly whipping out a harmonica and serenading idle friends. Vincenzo first discovered the harmonica through Blues, and has since…

Monday 3rd August 2015

Art Class Remixed (Stoke Newington)

An arty sesh for creative magpies. Savour a cocktail while you sketch, sculpt and make. Blindfolded drawing, scrapheap sculptures, alternative life drawing… we’ve injected the stoic art class model with a healthy dose of playfulness and a variety of creation stations you can flex your…

Monday 3rd August 2015

Powerballad Pilates (Stoke Newington)

Iconic power anthems: check. Strengthened core: you bet. A playful Pilates class instructed to an epic and uplifting power ballad soundtrack. Let Bonnie Tyler, Meat Loaf and Queen energize your ears while you control, centre and flow in a blissful Pilates session suitable for all…

Monday 3rd August 2015

DIY Giant Origami Lampshade (Stoke Newington)

Bling up your lightbulbs using nothing but beautiful paper. Come learn how to craft your very own, homemade lampshade using only the power of your hands and a lotta coloured paper. Expert tuition comes courtesy of Jo & Elena, so sip a cocktail with your…

Monday 3rd August 2015

Roadtest the Uke (Stoke Newington)

Come road test the guitar’s legendary little bro in a super workshop suitable for all levels of strumming expertise. Once considered a twee plucking choice, the ukulele has made a huge resurgence as the ultimate fireside and festival companion in recent years. So what better…

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…

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