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Creative writing: Stop Frame Animation

Bring your imagination to life! This stop motion animation course guides you through the exciting world of creating animated stories frame by frame. Learn practical techniques, explore storytelling elements, and discover the magic of bringing characters and objects to life on screen. We will explore a variety of content including the principles of stop motion animation, from storyboarding to character creation. We will explore how to nbring the ideas to life and look into the post-production magic too. **This interactive course features engaging video demonstrations, step-by-step tutorials, and creative prompts to spark your imagination. Whether you're a hobbyist or aiming for a career in animation, this course is your launchpad to explore the world of stop motion animation!

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 12/08/2024 -
Mon 21/10/2024
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Tunstall Library (Stoke-on-Trent)
Tunstall Library
The Boulevard
Stoke-on-Trent
ST6 6BD
Tutor:
Tabitha Allsop
Course code:
Q00016496
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Pre-Entry ESOL: Steps to Success - Introduction to ESOL

Take Your First Steps Towards English Communication New to English? Feeling overwhelmed by the alphabet and basic greetings? This Pre-Entry ESOL course is your stepping stone to effective communication. Key focuses include: Alphabet & Pronunciation: Master sounds and letters for clear speech. Essential Vocabulary & Phrases: Learn greetings, introductions, and everyday words. Listening & Speaking Skills: Understand and respond to simple conversations. Reading & Writing Basics: Familiarize yourself with writing letters and basic words. Building Confidence: Practice in a supportive environment. With clear explanations, visuals, and practical exercises, no prior English experience is necessary. Start your English journey today by enrolling in Pre-Entry ESOL!

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 27/08/2024 -
Tue 27/08/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Farzana Birader
Course code:
Q00016482
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £11.10

Together We Learn ESOL 1 (Woodnook)

Take your first steps towards learning how to communicate in English in a friendly and welcoming class. Please note that this class is only available for learners whose children attend Woodnook Primary School for safeguarding reasons. This is the first course of two which will help you to learn ESOL whilst your children are in class. The second course will start in term 3 and continue to the summer holidays. The course will test your English level at the start and then the tutor will work with you to improve your language skills including; speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 04/09/2024 -
Wed 02/04/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
27 sessions
Location:
Woodnook Primary School
Hudson Street
Accrington
BB5 2HS
Tutor:
Olena Kovalenko
Course code:
Q00018663
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Healthy Living; Lipreading and managing hearing loss

Come along and join our friendly lipreading group at The Centre in Newlyn. This class is suitable for all levels of lipreaders and is ideal for those recently experiencing hearing loss. Our experienced tutor will guide you through the basics of lipreading and show you how to practice your lipreading skills in everyday life. Research has shown that attending a lipreading class can give you greater: • Confidence to communicate with others • Control over your hearing loss, as you develop new communication skills • Independence, as you’re less reliant on others to help you follow conversation (Source RNID.org.uk) You will learn in a supportive environment alongside other learners who will be able to share their experiences of hearing loss and learn how to overcome them together

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 05/09/2024 -
Thu 03/10/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
The Centre, Newlyn (Penzance)
Chywoone Hill
Newlyn
Penzance
TR18 5AR
Tutor:
Janet Corbett Marston
Course code:
Q00017038
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

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Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Music Making: African Drumming for All

Whether you are a seasoned drummer or just wanting to get started, this practical class in African drumming will inspire you with music and culture. We will be using the Djembe Drums which are a percussion instrument originating from West Africa. Drums will be provided for your use during the class. Our experienced tutor will guide you to play the Djembe drum as part of a group of friendly, like-minded people. You will learn to use the primary notes, referred to as ‘bass,’ ‘tone’ and ‘slap’ to create different sounds. No experience needed, just the willingness to have a go and enjoy the music.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 09/09/2024 -
Mon 21/10/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
The Eagle Building (Sunderland)
201 High Street East, Sunderla
Sunderland
SR1 2AX
Tutor:
Mark Barfoot
Course code:
Q00018656
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £58.80

Healthy Living: Meditation and Mindfulness to encourage restful sleep

Many people struggle to sleep or to have good quality sleep for a variety of reasons. This can negatively impact our ability to be productive in daily life. Regular mindfulness and meditation practice supports both mind and body to relax, therefore supporting many people’s ability to have a good night’s sleep. This practice-based course will guide you through a range of mindful practices that will help you to unwind during the evening. You will learn to anchor in the moment through attentions to your breathing, sound release, mindful movement, and meditation. Each session will end with a guided Yoga Nidra practice to encourage deep rest and quality sleep.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 22/10/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nicola Bailey
Course code:
Q00018247
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £38.85

Together We Learn ESOL Part 1 (Literacy class)

This course is an exciting new opportunity to develop your confidence and skills in basic English literacy skills. This course will concentre on reading and writing skills and building how to use the English alphabet. You will also build more confidence in your speaking and listening in English. You will learn basic skills such as reading and writing the alphabet, numbers and basic vocabulary. This course is designed to provide a basic foundation of skills to allow learners to access their next steps in a more formal learning setting.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 11/09/2024 -
Thu 13/03/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
46 sessions
Location:
Faith Centre Burnley Campus Social Ente
Barden Lane
Burnley
BB10 1JD
Tutor:
Maura Rose
Course code:
Q00018480
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £225.00

Lipreading and Managing Hearing Loss

Come along and join our friendly lipreading group in Hayle. This class is suitable for all levels of lipreaders and is ideal for those recently experiencing hearing loss. Our experienced tutor will guide you through the basics of lipreading and show you how to practice your lipreading skills in everyday life. Research has shown that attending a lipreading class can give you greater: • Confidence to communicate with others • Control over your hearing loss, as you develop new communication skills • Independence, as you’re less reliant on others to help you follow conversation (Source RNID.org.uk) You will learn in a supportive environment alongside other learners who will be able to share their experiences of hearing loss and learn how to overcome them together """

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 12/09/2024 -
Thu 17/10/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Hayle Community Centre
58 Queensway
Hayle
TR27 4NX
Tutor:
Janet Corbett Marston
Course code:
Q00017040
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Healthy Living: Mindful Relaxation – Implementing self-care techniques into daily life

Would you like to improve your ability to relax to support your own well-being? This course will help you to relax physically and to calm your mind through a wide range of accessible techniques. You will be guided through a range of breathing practices, mindful movements, and guided relaxation practice during each session, supporting you to deeply relax. You will be supported to identify the practices that are most beneficial for you and to implement short practices into your daily life as you develop your own self – care strategy to support your own well-being. Everyone can improve their ability to relax, why not give it a try?

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 13/09/2024 -
Fri 18/10/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nicola Bailey
Course code:
Q00018249
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday English -Elementary

This is a General English class aimed at elementary (A1/A2) level learners. This course is for those whose first language is NOT English and in it we will practice all four major skills in each session to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Although this is a low-level English course, learners should be able to recognise sounds of the English letters and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they won’t struggle. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ proficiency and confidence in the English language.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/09/2024 -
Mon 21/10/2024
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Totnes United Free Church
54 Fore Street
Totnes
TQ9 5RP
Tutor:
Alison Salm
Course code:
Q00018089
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60