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Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Tutor Devdan has been practising Tai Chi for almost 30 years. On this course, Devdan will guide students through Part 2 of the traditional long form of the Yang style. Students should have […]

Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Tutor Devdan has been practising Tai Chi for almost 30 years. Continuing through Part 3, Devdan will guide students through the progression of the 108 movements of the traditional long form of the […]

Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Tutor Devdan has been practising Tai Chi almost 30 years. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 Yang Long Form, this course works on refining the flow of the movements and […]

Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, tai chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is beneficial for health and balance. The cultivation of Chi (Qi) – the flow of energy – enables meditation through mindful movement of the body. Suitable […]

Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Tutor Devdan has been practising Tai Chi almost 30 years. Devdan will guide students through Part 1 of the traditional long form of the Yang style. Suitable for beginners. Students are advised to […]

This course is designed to take your knowledge and understanding of the Italian language and culture to a level where you feel comfortable discussing lifestyles, personal preferences, well-being, and current issues such as the environment. Linguistically, you will learn how to understand real material such as articles and extracts about Italian culture and history. Classes […]

Enjoy developing and channeling your writing abilities. All forms are covered, including novels, plays, poems, short stories, and memoirs. Classes will cover many aspects of writing, such as getting started, shaping short stories, creating characters, guidelines on getting published. With an emphasis on individual development, there will be reading and discussion of your work in […]

The greatest artist of his time, and one of the greatest of all time, Rembrandt gave us many marvellous works. Uniquely though, he chronicled himself unsparingly throughout most of his career with around 80 self portraits from youth to old age. Why? This is a reworked version of a past course.

Nineteenth century Italian art is almost unknown in Britain today. Make an introductory voyage of discovery in this richly illustrated course. Together we will discover Venetian sculptor Antonio Canova (a major figure in Neo-Classicism of the Macchiaoli), Abbatti and Fatton (pioneers of sunlit Realism before the Impressionists). The century ends with the potent Symbolist art […]

The course communicative aims are to learn how to talk about daily routines and hobbies, work, accommodation, and the area where one lives, express likes and dislikes. You will look and read simple information about a few famous Italian cities and localities. The linguistic aim is to cover very basic and essential grammatical structures to […]

This foundation course is for people with no or little knowledge of the Italian language and culture and will enable the participants to feel comfortable when exchanging basic personal information in informal conversations. You will also learn how to ask for directions, order food and drinks, book tickets and accommodation. Basic reading and writing will […]

This course aims to teach students to communicate in everyday situations and exchange information on familiar and routine matters. This course will enable you to 'get by' when using the language abroad. The emphasis will be on listening, speaking, and understanding. Suitable for students who have completed Beginners Spanish Terms 1, 2 and 3, or […]

Geoff spent 40 years in the Metropolitan Police of which 30 years were spent on the Anti-Terrorist Branch. He also served at Gerald Road, Lewisham, Brockley and Croydon. He attended 75 bomb scenes of varying severity and completed his service at the Forensic Explosive Laboratory. Geoff will uncover the highlights of his career and expand […]

Would you like to practise your German speaking skills? Come and chat once a week to improve your conversational German. Topics to be agreed upon within the group, but could be about family, free time, holidays and practical skills for coping when abroad. Aimed at post-beginners/pre-intermediate/intermediate level. Not suitable for beginners. If you have any […]

Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you will strengthen and expand your knowledge of the French language. This course is aimed at those who are confident […]

There are a number of moral issues which are of great concern in contemporary society. This course is an introduction to some of these issues: experiments on animals; abortion; euthanasia; immigration; multiculturalism; freedom of speech and religion; capital punishment; and war. In each case, we will arrive at an understanding of the issue and then […]

Ready to uncover your family’s past? Whether you're starting fresh or picking up where you left off, this course offers a step-by-step guide to beginning or reigniting your genealogy research. Learn essential tools, strategies, and tips to trace your ancestry, organise your findings, and bring your family history to life. Perfect for beginners and returning […]

Stay ahead in your genealogy research with this course on the newest developments in the field. From cutting-edge DNA analysis to advanced online databases and AI-driven tools, discover how modern technology is revolutionising family history research. Learn how to leverage these innovations to uncover deeper insights, connect with distant relatives, and enrich your ancestral discoveries. […]