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…
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 big beautiful booty-shaking 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…
Come meet the Songbird sirens; three professional singers here to teach you some soul classics and original harmonies that will spruce up your shower-singing no end. Gemma Knight Jones, Kelly Fraser and Alena Herel have performed in The Lion King, Royal Festival Hall and Chaka…
What games I hear you cry? Those old school ones you loved as a kid, remember those? Tag, Wink Murder, Grandmother Footsteps, Bulldog… And some modern takes on playground classics that our games guru Loose Baker will whip up specially. As a games veteran who…
A frightfully fun evening with ghastly Games Mistress Loose Baker. Expect a spooktacular (sorry) assortment of old school games you loved as a kid themed to celebrate All Hallows Eve. Enough fun stuff to make a 10-year-old green with envy. Think Duck Duck Ghost, Pass…
You can still join in for session 2 and 3 of this course for £20. Danielle will teach different steps and rhythms, so it won’t be a problem if you’ve missed the first one. Always fancied learning some swoon-inducing flamenco steps? Now’s your chance! Over…
A dance class devoted to Michael Jackson’s iconic moves, taught by celebrated dance artist and teacher, Amy Robinson. Learn to cut some seminal Jacko shapes and moonwalk through your Thursday evening like the King of Pop himself to a soundtrack exploring his finest musical moments.
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Take a one way ticket to Rio with Gueti Ribas; our little Brazilian firecracker of a Samba teacher. A professional dancer, teacher and fitness instructor, Gueti’s workout will lead you through the basics of the samba dance and history of the moves, with a healthy…
Tim’s an Antidote regular and an all round great geezer. An actor and musician by trade who divides his time between delivering drama workshops for grown-ups and party games to less-grown-ups, we thought it about time he held the workshop rather than took part in…
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…
Exactly what it says on the tin. Hosted by Gamesmistress extraordinaire Loose Baker, we’re putting on the most playful picnic imaginable. Come grab some grub and play a whole host of glorious games; from tag to wink murder to innovative takes on classic playground favourites,…
An evening of vintage games and swing dance brought to you by Swing Patrol and Antidote 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…
Feel the thrill and artistic possibility of your very own voice in this Vocal Improvisation workshop. Your vocal chords will be invited to chop and change, unite and rearrange! What is vocal improvisation? Vocal improvisation is about creating something new, without any preparation or planning….
