34 Courses in London

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Is your lifestyle too sedentary? Do you feel sluggish by the end of the day? Wrecked by the end of the week? You need to vary your regime at work. You need to work with, rather than against, your physicality in order to boost your energy levels in a sustainable way - without recourse to coffee, sugar or other stimulants. Take away: Four quick and easy ways to make you feel good and re-energised. You will have the opportunity to: Explore how even just small amounts of physical activity can impact your mental and general health and wellbeing, creativity and productivity. Learn what to do about a sedentary lifestyle Get some tips on what to do about your posture Deskercise - try out some easy stretches and exercises you can do at your desk

(9-10yrs) Ballet develops posture, strength, musicality and grace. Each dancer is unique and each body is unique and we teach the children to work within ones own body. Our Ballet classes include some set structured technical work from the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance syllabus, along with some creative movement. All children have the opportunity to take ISTD Ballet exams when they are ready to be entered. TRIAL BOOKINGS: Of course you are welcome to watch the trial class but following the trial, WhizzDancers are expected to be independent in the room. TERM BOOKINGS: You are welcome to watch the first class but following this your WhizzDancer will be expected to go in the class independently. You will be expected to provide full uniform. Details will be sent following. We have lots of opportunities ahead for your WhizzDancer including exams and shows. We look forward to meeting them in the studio :) Upstairs Dance Studio Please bring: - Comfortable clothes to move in (no zips or demin) - A teddy - No ballet shoes required for the trial Please contact info@whizzdance.com for more information on how to book your free trial. 

Hello little stars and welcome to our Ballet Beginners Dance Class, lovingly designed for our tiniest dancers aged between 3 and 5. Ready to dip your toes into the magical world of ballet and take your first dance steps? If your heart is saying a big "Yes!", then we are thrilled to welcome you on board! Ballet is more than just a dance form; it's an enchanting story told through movement and grace. Our Ballet Beginners class is a gentle introduction to this beautiful dance style. From the moment your little one steps into our ballet studio, they'll be embarking on an exciting journey of discovery and growth. In our class, we'll start with the very basics of ballet. We'll be learning essential dance steps, from the lovely "plié" to the elegant "relevé". Our caring and professional instructors will guide your child through these first steps, ensuring they learn in a nurturing and fun environment. But ballet is about more than just dance steps. We'll also be focusing on balance, coordination, and posture, helping to develop muscle strength and flexibility. Through a variety of fun activities and exercises, your child will not only become a budding ballet dancer but also develop as a confident little mover! Yet, Ballet Beginners is not just about learning ballet. We believe that dance is a powerful tool for building life skills. Through ballet, your child will boost their self-esteem, learn to express themselves, and even develop discipline and patience. Each step, twirl, and leap is a step towards confidence and self-belief! Friendship is another delightful aspect of our class. Your child will make wonderful friends who share their love for ballet. They'll form bonds that go beyond the dance studio, creating beautiful memories along the way. So, pull on your little ballet slippers, tiny dancers! It's time to twirl, leap, and discover the joy of ballet in our Ballet Beginners class. We can't wait to guide you on this exciting journey. Remember, ballet is about expressing yourself, developing grace, and most importantly, enjoying the journey. So, let's step, leap, and love the ballet beat together in our Ballet Beginners class! See you at the barre!

Hello to our sparkling dancers and welcome to our Ballet Brilliance Level 1 Class, an engaging progression for our ballet enthusiasts aged between 5 and 8. Ready to leap into the next stage of your ballet journey, further enhancing your graceful moves? If your hearts are fluttering with excitement, we are overjoyed to accompany you on this magical adventure! Ballet is a delightful dance form that combines elegance, precision, and expressiveness. Our Ballet Level 1 class is here to guide you deeper into this exquisite world of dance. As you step into our welcoming ballet studio, you'll continue to cultivate your love for ballet and refine your dance skills. Our class goes beyond the basics, delving into the core elements of ballet. You'll polish your essential dance steps and explore new ones, from the twirling "pirouettes" to the leaping "jetés". Our attentive and qualified instructors will be right by your side, fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. But Ballet Level 1 isn't just about dance steps. We'll place special emphasis on coordination, balance, and posture, key components in forming a strong ballet foundation. You'll also be working on stretching exercises and aiming to master the perfect splits. Your flexibility and muscle strength will grow in leaps and bounds, just like your ballet skills! We'll also introduce the exciting world of ballet jumps and turns. These dynamic movements not only add spectacle to your dance but also help develop agility and spatial awareness. Each jump and turn is a testament to your growth as a budding ballet dancer! Our Ballet Level 1 class is more than a ballet lesson; it's a holistic learning experience. You'll boost your self-esteem, learn valuable life skills, and form bonds with your fellow ballet dancers. Each plie and pirouette is a step towards self-confidence and resilience! The friendships you'll make in our class are truly special. Ballet is about harmony and teamwork, and our class is a testament to this ethos. You'll create shared memories that will last a lifetime, all while nurturing a shared love for ballet. So, tie up your ballet slippers and prepare to pirouette, plie, and pursue your ballet dreams in our Ballet Level 1 class. We can't wait to see you at the barre, ready to take on the next chapter of your ballet journey! Remember, ballet is about expressing grace, demonstrating precision, and most importantly, enjoying every twirl and leap. Let's plie, pirouette, and pursue our ballet dreams together in Ballet Level 1! See you in the studio!

Learn the fundamentals of good violin playing in just 90 minutes! Duration: 90 minutes (10am to 11.30am) Day: Various Saturdays - see schedule Tutor: David Worswick Venue: Whitcomb Street Studio, WC2H 7DT Introduction  Welcome to our Introductory Class, a 90 minute in-person class which covers the first principles of good violin playing in a fun, activity-focused way. Whether you're a first-time beginner or already have some knowledge of how to play, this class will give you clarity about the core skills you need to play the violin in time, in tune, and with a beautiful sound. Class Curriculum In this 90-minute class, you will explore foundational principles of good violin playing, including: Posture and the Body How to Hold the Violin How to Hold the Bow How to Make a Good Sound! Musical Fundamentals Playing with the Fingers Performing! Who is this course for? The ‘Fundamentals’ class is perfect for anyone who wants to get started in the best possible way with the violin. It’s also ideal if you’d like to try the violin for the first time, to see if it’s the right instrument for you. Because the class covers foundations principles that are applicable at every level of violin playing, it is also a great choice for people returning to the violin after some time away, or for violinists who already play, but who would like a quick ‘refresher’ course covering the fundamental principles of good bowing and tone production. You don't need any previous musical experience to take this course, and you don’t need to be able to read music notation, as the entire session is taught by ear. Why take this class? Personal Development - Connect with your creative side, and develop practice methods and performance techniques that will can be transferred to many other areas of your life! Meet Likeminded Learners - London String School learners come from all sorts of backgrounds and walks of life, Take Time for Yourself! In our busy, connected, city lives, there's rarely a time to stop and disconnect. Switch off to focus entirely on the violin, and 90 minutes later you'll emerge refreshed and energised by the power of music! Course Requirements You don’t need anything, or any previous experience, to take part in an Introductory ‘Fundamentals’ Violin Class! everything is taught by ear, so you don’t need to read music as there is no sheet music notation to to follow.  We can also provide a violin and bow for you to use! Certification Upon successful completion of the class, you can request a record of achievement certifying that you have completed the Beginner Violin Class! Course Instructor David Worswick, the lead tutor of London String School, will guide you through this learning journey. David has years of experience both as a teacher and performer, and was previously a first violinist in the London Symphony Orchestra. He is a kind, caring teacher who brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to help you succeed. Course Reviews Here's what some of our past students have said about our courses: ”[You have] enabled me to relearn the violin! Over the last few years I’ve gone from playing open strings to grade 5, enjoying performing solos and a wide variety of group numbers along the way. With no auditions or minimum standard it really is open to all and a great supportive environment!” - Georgina “This violin school has the best teachers in the country!” - Domini Register for an Introductory ‘Fundamentals’ Violin Class today, or get in touch with us if you have any questions! Join hundreds of learners who have already benefited from this comprehensive and engaging course, and unlock your musical potential!

We've all sat through far more bad presentations than good ones, but knowing what 'good' looks like is easier than successfully replicating it. Sales presentations are a performance and, as salespeople, fluffing our lines can cost us a lot more than hurt pride. Having discovered and understood the specific needs and burning issues our prospect has, then this course will help any salesperson avoid dropping the ball and instead wowing their prospects with a high-impact, tailored and compelling case for purchase. This course will help participants: Prepare mentally and physically for stand-up presentations Use voice modulation and bullet-pointing to demand attention Avoid boring their prospects Master the do's and don'ts of PowerPoint Deal more effectively with technical hitches and prospect's interruptions Use eye contact and engagement to avoid prospects 'tuning out' Deploy best practice essentials for presenting with colleagues Steer through the toughest Q&A 1 Preparing your presentation Mindset Knowing your objective(s) Vocal warm-up techniques Assembling pre-agreed benefits Time management Room set-up Technical preparation 2 How to open your presentation Vocal energy Summary and agreement of prospect's needs How to have posture and confidence Use of humour What to do with those dreaded hands Confident v non-confident body language 3 How to get and keep people's attention Bullet pointing Linking benefits to specific, stated needs Practical exercise - formulating and delivering tailored benefits Being selective with features Third party reinforcement and case studies 'Watering the garden' eye contact technique Practical exercise - participants practise 'sharing out' eye contact to audience How to handle a prospect's negative body language Handling interruptions 4 Presenting in groups Credentialing all participants Role delineation for group presentations Edifying other participants' messages - do's and don'ts How to maintain energy when not speaking Practical exercise - good and bad practice when not speaking Teamwork in Q&A sessions How to hand over professionally 5 PowerPoint do's and don'ts Use of visual aids Good and bad PowerPoint slides How to make PowerPoint work for you Classic PowerPoint errors Avoiding and handling technical problems Good and bad flipchart practice 6 Closing and / or achieving next action steps Power of summary Good Q&A practice Handling objections Practical exercise - handling objections on one's feet Creating consensus among prospect panel What to do when prospects disagree with each other When to trial close How to close on next action steps 7 Wrap-up Key learning points from each participant Action steps to be implemented on next presentations

This is a one-day professional diploma course. Traditional Swedish massage therapy is generally used for relaxation, the techniques you will learn on this course enables the therapist to focus on and treat specific problems. Clients are increasingly asking for deeper and more advanced techniques due to their effectiveness in treating a host of issues, the most widespread being back and shoulder pain. On this course you will learn deep tissue techniques, trigger point, palpation, neuromuscular techniques, and hands-free techniques all for a full body treatment.Our comprehensive 4 day intensive professional body massage course guides you carefully through all of the traditional Swedish massage techniques for front and back body, including feet, head and face massage and seated back massage routine too, so that you can deliver a very effective and therapeutic treatment for your clients.

Fans of Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga or Michael Jackson will be pleased to attend our fantastic pop singing courses offered in a relaxed and non-judgmental environment. Sing your favourite songs while improving your vocal abilities immensely. Open to adults from beginners to advanced.

Enjoy our outstanding blues singing courses for adults and develop the blues growl used by Bessie Smith, Big Bill Broonzy or Little Richard. Discover amazing vocal techniques that will make your blues feel authentic and enhance your vocal abilities under the tutoring of experts.