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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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?)…
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…
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,…
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…
