This course swings between tutor lead activities and tutorials for people working on their own projects. The aim is to exchange skills, knowledge and ideas and to inspire and be inspired by the endless possibilities the visual arts have to offer.

The emphasis lies on experimentation and finding ways into the process of creative work and following up and developing individual interests. All levels welcome.

Wednesdays 13.30 -3.00pm

Barbara Beyer trained as an artist in Germany, her own work focuses on sculpture, drawing and printmaking. She has taught in different environments for many years.

Children/Youth

                        Spencer Stage School – with professional actress Alys                           from Spencer Stage School

Each week is different. This term will be all about building confidence,  getting to know each and having fun with Drama. Students will  create improvisations and mime, work with scripts, learn technique,  play drama games and develop the voice. All this will improve listening, confidence, spontaneity and the imagination. Drama is extremely important for developing language skills and concentration.

Time:             Age 4 – 6 at 4.00pm to 4.45pm

Age 7 – 11 at 5 to 5.45pm

Age 12 – 16 at 5.45pm to 6.30pm

Dates:            Friday 1 March – Friday 22^ndMarch

Cost:              £45 for each half term, concessionary places available. Please contact Alys Spencer on 07925839395

Ballet

We are pleased to continue working with West Hampstead School of Dance.

Time: Monday afternoon from 4pm to 5pm (grade 1, 6 year olds)

Monday afternoon from 5pm to 6pm (grade 2, 7 upwards)

Saturday mornings 9.05 – 9.35 (2 years); 9.45 –10.15 (3 years); 10.20 –10.50 (3 years)

11 – 11.30 (4-5 years); 11.30 –12.30 (grade 6, 11 years upwards)

Dates:            From Monday 25 February

– please check dates with Gillian Winn

Cost:              Please contact Gillian Winn for further information on 020 7435 2382. The school is able to offer bursaries for committed pupils and scholarships are available subject to audition

Street Dance – feel the beat with professional dancer, Sadie ages 5 –9

Come along for a fun street dance workshop

Time:             Tuesdays 5pm – 6pm (5 – 9)

Dates:            Tuesday 26 February – Tuesday 26 March

Cost:              £5 per class. Please call Sadie on 07903353825 to book a place.

Knitting Class for Children with experienced knitting enthusiast Carol Beckley

 We are pleased to welcome Carol to WHCC who will be running a creative and learning weekly workshop for children who would like to learn or continue to improve their knitting skills, to create wonderful small toys and knitted objects.

Time:             Tuesdays 3.45pm – 4.45pm

Dates:            Tuesday 26 February – Tuesday 26 March

Cost:              £6 per class, Please contact Carol on 07881735184 to book a place.

Children’s After School Art Course with Barbara (5-11 years)

Barbara is continuing her popular after-school art course, now with two groups for children to explore their creative sides.

Time:             Wednesdays from 3.45pm to 4.45pm (3 – 11 years)     

Dates:            Wednesday 27 February – Wednesday 27 March (5 weeks)

Cost:              £30 full price, £15 full concessions per-term. Please contact us to book a place 

Adult Classes         

Adult introduction and beginners Pilateswith Silvia Abbate 

Come and join experienced tutor Silvia for an introductory course in Pilates. (Also suitable for people who have done Pilates previously).

Time:             Mondays from 9.30am to 10.30am and Fridays 9.30am -10.30am

Dates:            Monday 25 February – 25 March and Friday 1 March – Friday 22^nd March

Cost:              £49 and £24.50 concessions. Please contact Silvia to book a place 07985 500577

W.Heart

We are pleased that local community group W.Heart are continuing their weekly meetings at our community centre.

Time:             Mondays from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, Thursdays from 1.30pm to 3.30pm

Dates:            On-going

Cost:              Free

Contact:        Just pop-in for a cup of tea and a chat

Flow Yoga with Alketa

Open to all levels of practice, beginners are welcome as well.

Encouraging you to explore different styles of Yoga, working with static  postures for balance and strength at the same time learning how to  move with fluidity and ease.

Time:             Wednesdays 9.30am – 10.30am

Dates:            Wednesday 27 February – Wednesday 27 March

Cost:              £8 per class, £4/£5 concessions. Please call Alketa on 07825619767

Keep Fit and Chair based Exercise  for Adults with experienced tutor Denise

We are delighted to welcome Denise back to WHCC. Come along for a fun, informal keep fit session for all abilities!

Time:             Keep Fit Wednesday 11.00am – 12.00pm Chair based 12pm – 1pm

Dates:            Wednesday 27 February – Wednesday 27 March

Cost:              £1.50 per drop in – please call020 7794 3729 for further information

The Yoga of Dance: Shakti Dance with Haripyari
Shakti Dance® is the ‘yoga of dance’ – A harmonious blend of Flowing Yoga Stretches, Energising Dance Exercises, Free Dance Meditation,  Relaxation, and Synchronised Mantra with Movement. Connect to a  space of Inner Peace; Reduce Stress; Liberate your Body and Mind in Free Expression of the Self!

Time:             Wednesdays from 7pm – 8.30pm

Dates:            Wednesday 27 February– Wednesday 27 March

Cost:             £10 and £7 concession. Monthly blocks of 4 weeks: £30 / £21                                  concession. Please             contact 07734593284 or                                                                 email om@naturalmysticbhajans.co.uk to book a place.

Creative Photography with Peter Coles (professional photographer, journalist and visiting fellow at Goldsmiths)

For people wishing to take their digital photography skills further. (Please note that you will need to provide your own camera).

Time:             Thursdays 9.30am to 10.30am

Dates:            Thursday 28 February  – Thursday 28 March (five weeks)

Cost:              £40 or £15 concessions per term. Please contact us to book a place.

 Fun 4 Fitness’ Zumba class, led by qualified Zumba and Fitness Instructor Sonia Leach.

Come along for a fun packed, energetic class that will get you sweating and burning loads of calories with the rhythms of the best Latin and hip hop music you can find! No previous experience needed.

Time:             Thursdays 7.45pm – 8.45pmFridays from 11am – 12pm

Dates:            Thursday 28 February  – Thursday 28 March and Friday 1 March                              – Friday 22 March

Cost:              £5 per class. Please contact Sonia on mob.07971247057 to book a                         place.

Knitting Class – with Carol Beckley our wonderful knitting enthusiast

Join us for an informal knitting session for all levels, cup of tea and a chat! Knitting needles and wool can be purchased at a discounted price.

Time:             Fridays 2pm – 3pm – Drop in

Dates:            Friday 1 March– Friday 22 March

Cost:              £1 per class – Drop in

 New Class – Pilates with experienced tutor Mariann Benko

Renewing Pilates for all levels the classes  will focus on Stretching  and Strengthening the whole body to improve Balance, Muscle- Strength, Flexibility and Posture. Please email    benkomarianne@gmail.com to book a place.

Times:           Mondays 6.30pm – 7.30pm and Thursdays 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Dates:            Monday 4March – 7 classes. Thursday 7 March – 7 classes

Monday 4^th March free introductory class!

Cost:              £55 for 7 classes or £10 for individual class

Events at WHCC

• Kaleidoscope – New Group meeting monthly

Once a month the WHCC will turn into a forum and meeting point for anybody  in West Hampstead and beyond,    who has an interest in music, visual arts  or other cultural events. The community centre will hold a series of one  night- only exhibitions, talks and music. Light refreshments will be available.      Next event Monday 25 March. Animated Film Night – short films by   JoWonder and Chiara Ambrosio at WHCC.

• Film Night – ‘Bunny Lake is Missing’ – on Thursday 28 February at 7.30pm at WHCC–  with Noel Coward, Laurence Olivier, Keir Dullea and Carol Lynley. Introduced by Ian Long. Suggested donation of £5. Please book on 020 7794 3729.
• Tenant Housing Advice Surgery for Fortune Green and West Hampstead Ward –starts on Tuesday 19^thMarch from 1pm – 3pm and then the first Tuesday of every month at WHCC
  • Voluntary roles – Volunteering with WHCC is an excellent way to give back to your local community. We currently have a number of roles to fill;leafleting, a website assistant and people who want to share their passion and run a class. Please see our websitewww.westhampsteadcc.org.uk or call 020 7794 3729 for more details.

• Children’s parties – We have a newly refurbished hall and kitchen to hire at weekends for children’s parties. Please call 020 7794 3729 or emailinfo@westhampsteadcc.org.uk

The events will feature local artists, writers and musicians to provide an insight into the creative spectrum of the local area. It will also be an opportunity to discuss the work with the makers in a comfortable and relaxed environment. The drive of the showing artist is to make their work accessible in the wider community and encourage a dialogue across community groups and practitioners.

Each event will feature local painters, figurative artists, craftspeople, designers, photographers, playwrights, sculptors and plenty more music.

Our next event is taking place on Monday 25 February 2013 at 7.30pm – 9.30pm: Animated Film Night – short films by JoWonder and Chaira Ambrosio, with introductions by the film makers.

Renewing Pilates for all levels the classes  will focus on Stretching  and Strengthening the whole body to improve Balance, Muscle- Strength, Flexibility and Posture. Please email    benkomarianne@gmail.com to book a place.

Times: Mondays 6.30pm – 7.30pm and Thursdays 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Dates: Monday 4March – 7 classes. Thursday 7 March – 7 classes

Cost: £55 for 7 classes or £10 for individual class

Join in an informal knitting session for all levels, cup of tea and a chat! Knitting needles and wool can be purchased at a discounted price.

Time: Fridays 2pm – 3pm – Drop in

Dates:  Email us for up coming dates

Cost: £1 per class – Drop in

Come along for a fun packed, energetic class that will get you sweating and burning loads of calories with the rhythms of the best Latin and hip hop music you can find! No previous experience needed.

Time: Fridays from 11am – 12pm

Dates: Class back 19th April 2013

Cost: £6 per class (£4.50 concessions and students), or £25 for a block of 5 classes. Please contact Sonia on 07971247057 to book a place.

For people wishing to take their digital photography skills further.

Please note that you will need to provide your own camera.

Time: Thursdays 9.30am to 10.30am

Dates: Back Thursday 19th April 2013

Cost: £40 or £15 concessions per term. Please contact us to book a place.

Time: Wednesdays from 7pm – 8.30pm

Dates: Back on the 17th April 2013

Cost: £10 and £7 concession each class. Monthly blocks of 4 weeks: £30 / £21 concession. Please contact 07734593284 or email om@naturalmysticbhajans.co.uk to book a place.

Come along for a fun, informal keep fit session for all abilities!

Time: Keep Fit Wednesday 11.00am – 12.00pm

Cost: £1.50 per drop in – please call 020 7794 3729 for further information

Open to all levels of practice, beginners are welcome.

Encouraging you to explore different styles of Yoga, working with static  postures for balance and strength at the same time learning how to  move with fluidity and ease.

Time: Wednesdays 9.30am – 10.30am

Dates: Starting back 17th April 2013

Cost: £8 per class, £4/£5 concessions. Please call Alketa on 07825619767