Come fish for a new wardrobe in a sea of pre-owned garment gold. Bring your unwanted clothes and exchange them with others’ top quality items. Artisan bread and lovingly homemade soup will be available to fuel your swapping spree. Swapping will start at 15.00 Please…
Once considered a twee strumming choice, the ukulele has made a huge resurgence as the ultimate fireside and festival companion in recent years. So what better way to learn the basics of the guitar’s legendary little bro than with lovely Lorraine Bow from Learn To…
A vibe-packed workshop pulsating with the rhythms of Africa, hosted by the celebrated Frititi. During the session you’ll learn a little about the history of traditional African dances before soaking up a soulful sequence of steps taught by the esteemed Nii Tagoe. Hand-eye coordination optional,…
Everyone loves a good croon into the hairbrush when no one’s home, right? So whether you’re tone deaf or a tremendous tenor we’ve got the perfect Motown fix for you. Marinate yourself in some musical truffle oil with the Songbird Sessions; three professional singers here…
Tim’s an all round great geezer and expert in fun; an actor and musician by trade who divides his time between delivering games and drama workshops and making widespread mischief. Expect a decidedly un-serious evening of left-field fun and games inspired by Tim’s experience in…
A dance-class-homage to the iconic film Grease, where chills will multiply and control will be lost. Whether you’re a Pink Lady or a T-Bird, come hand jive and pelvic thrust your way through this musical celebration of Rydell High and Travolta’s gravity-defying quiff. Fancy dress…
Fancy having a go at playing the snazziest of West African djembe drums? COURSE YOU DO. Then join us for your chance to make some beautiful beats, sing some harmonies and experience the most uplifting of jam-sessions. Tom’s love affair with drumming all started in…
Come and warm up by the (metaphorical) Antidote fire, where the charming Cleo Lane will teach you a range of songs from around the world. Perfect for singing on the campsite with your chums. Vocal chords a little dusty? No worries, all abilities welcome for…
Games guru Kevin Campbell Davidson will be your host for an evening romp of classic playground games and playful gems from Kevin’s life as a games magpie. From tagging to listening games, physical dexterity to mental agility games, Kevin will refresh your mind and body…
Not the big-shoes-squirty-flower-kind of clowning, think releasing your inner-clown (the one that induces giggling and charms the nanas at weddings). There’ll be play and games galore courtesy of Clowning Facilitator, Laughter Leader and ray of sunshine, Carol Thompson. Bring a sense of humour.
Roadtest an ancient Maori art form that’s as weird and wonderful as it’s name. This workshop explores the basics of poi spinning performance; tethered weights swung in an entrancing series of patterns. You may have watched in awe as a buff hippy twirled their poi…
Getting fit got fun. Let our Brazilian firecracker Gueti Ribas spice up your Thurs eve with a samba class suitable for all levels of prancing expertise. A professional dancer, teacher and fitness instructor, Gueti will teach you the basics of Samba and history of the…
Join week 2 & 3 of this harmonica course for £35 (including harmonica) – just drop in on Monday at 7.30 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. This…
Feeling foolish? How about spending your Thursday evening playing a plethora of games hosted by Mick Barnfather, an actor, teacher and director with more than 30 years experience in his fun field(s.) Ranging from high-energy tag to wink murder, word games to rhythm games; our…
Bored of your solitary gym sessions? Then how about experiencing an Afro-Caribbean art form fusing martial arts techniques and acrobatics with dance. A fitness fix exploring ‘the fighting dance of the Nubian warriors,’ led by Ka-Zimba King, Asafo.
Come warm up by the (metaphorical) Antidote fire where the charming singer-songwriter Cleo Lane will be on hand to lead a festive singalong of your favourite seasonal numbers. Cleo is passionate about bringing people together through singing and runs community choir, Hackney Voices. Expect Christmas…
Anna’s a hulagan. Heralded as ‘London’s cult hula hooping artiste,’ she’s a seasoned pro at bringing out the super hooper in all of us. To a banging soundtrack Anna will teach you tricks that all levels can master, so you’ll be handling a hoop like…
Discover the percussive potential of your gob with Pikey Esquire aka Tom Swarman, UK Beatbox Championships Finalist and one of Ipswich’s finest exports. The workshop will cover a range of basic beatbox techniques, sounds and rhythms that allow you to explore your vocal dexterity and…
Think Bollywood-dance-class-meets-cardio-workout. David has worked with celebrated choreographer and director Farah Khan, produced the Bollywood Dance section for Dance Your Way to Fitness and will be hosting an awesome session for us fusing classic Bhangra dance and fitness exercises. This session promises to be spicier…
Fancy having a go at playing the snazziest of West African djembe drums? COURSE YOU DO. Then come along to the most uplifting of jam-sessions where you’ll make some beautiful beats, sing some harmonies and get to know the nuances of this ancient instrument. Miriam…
