Patient piano teacher with 6 years of experience teaching all ages, from children to adults. My way to teach is to try to help you to find your own way into music and piano playing, whilst having fun and enjoying yourself. £20/Hour or £65/month. Any Time by arrangement. Contact Bianca Bertalot, 6 Livia Way, Lydney, GL15 5NU, T: 07806374139 or email biancabertalot@gmail.com
Holistic support to help you heal, develop and work creatively with what’s blocking your potential. TBC Soul Magik, 22 St John Street, Coleford, GL16 8AR, £25, concessions available for those in need. Contact Angie Pell-Walpole of Creative Depths. M: 07743 419 807 E: a.p-w@hotmail.co.uk www.creativedepths.weebly.com
Want to feel more alive and less stressed? Come and express yourself, move and explore. Suitable for all abilities. No previous experience of art necessary. 4th October 2018, 7.15-8.45pm, 6 Newland Village Room, Newland, GL16 8NP, £6 in advance, £8 on the door, concession places available Contact Angie Pell-Walpole of Creative Depths. M: 07743 419 807 E: a.p-w@hotmail.co.uk www.creativedepths.weebly.com
Want to feel more alive and less stressed? Come and express yourself, move and explore. Suitable for all abilities. No previous experience of arts necessary. Art Space Cinderford & Taurus Crafts Lydney, £8 in advance, £10 on the door, concessions available. Contact Angie Pell-Walpole of Creative Depths. M: 07743 419 807 E: a.p-w@hotmail.co.uk www.creativedepths.weebly.com
Come along to a 4 week evening class where you will create a small stained glass window panel using the copper foil technique. Learn the skill of cutting glass, soldering, foiling and edging in lead. You will finish with a colourful window panel to display in your home. 7pm till 9pm on Tuesdays for 4 weeks, £20 per session. 10 St Johns Square, Cinderford, Glos, GL14 3EX Contact Joanna Snowdon T: 01594822875 M:07495424767 E:jo@lukesnowdon.co.uk josnowdon.com
Learn to dance Argentine Tango, Tuesdays in Newland Village Room. Check website for dates and prices. No partner needed. No previous dance experience required. All ages welcome. Course 4/5/6 weeks x £9/person, Drop-in class £12 Wednesday 7.30-9.00pm Newland Village Room, Newland, nr Coleford, GL16 8NP Contact Bärbel Rücker on 07474 612701, email info@movingexperience.eu, website www.movingexperience.eu.
In this mixed media course we will be looking at the importance of colour in art. Each week we shall look at how we can use colour to strengthen our artwork. 1.15-3.15pm. 9 weeks starting Friday 21st September Artspace, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, GL14 2NL Contact Sue Email : sue@artspacecinderford.org or Call: 01594 825111 (Ext. 1) or www.artspacecinderford.org
Have fun experimenting with varied media making your own visual ideas books containing natural forms of interest. 1.15-3.30pm. 8 weeks starting Thursday 20th September Artspace, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, GL14 2NL Contact Sue Email : sue@artspacecinderford.org or Call: 01594 825111 (Ext. 1) or www.artspacecinderford.org
Explore ways of being fully and mindfully present in the moment, and bring this into the practice of several arts – chi kung, ceramics, haiku writing and ink painting. 10:00am – 12.15pm. 8 weeks starting Tuesday 18th September. Artspace, 3 Woodside Street, Cinderford, GL14 2NL Contact Sue Email : sue@artspacecinderford.org or Call: 01594 825111 (Ext. 1) or www.artspacecinderford.org
A chance to make Felt Planters, Green Men and other ideas for your garden. 13th April. 2019, Workshops run from 10am-4pm, cost £65 and include lunch, snacks and materials. The Studio, Kent Cottage, New Road, Blakeney Hill, Blakeney, GL15 4BS. Contact Christine Waygood on 01594 516902 or 07947123665, email christine.waygood@sky.com, website www.christinewaygood.com
Experimental 3D shapes in felt to make vases, tea lights or planters. 16th March 2019. Workshops run from 10am-4pm, cost £65 and include lunch, snacks and materials. The Studio, Kent Cottage, New Road, Blakeney Hill, Blakeney, GL15 4BS. Contact Christine Waygood on 01594 516902 or 07947123665, email christine.waygood@sky.com, website www.christinewaygood.com
A weekly opportunity to enjoy the freedom of dancing in a beautiful space to a wide range of music. No steps to learn and no pressure to do anything except enjoy yourself in the company of others of all ages in a safe atmosphere. £3 or whatever you can afford. 1.30-3.00pm, ongoing. Yorkley Community Centre, 2 Bailey Hill, Yorkley, GL15 4RS. Contact Richard Henson on 01594 837874 or 07946 295009, email richardhenson19@gmail.com
Create a striking mosaic Robin, just in time to hang up for Christmas, using the ‘direct method’, with specialist glass tiles and ceramic beads. All materials and tuition supplied. Robin measures approx. 20cm. 7.00-9.30pm, 12th December 2018, £35 per person. The Inspiring Creativity Studio, Office 1, Hanley Farm Business Centre, Tidenham, Near Chepstow, NP16 7NA. Contact Rachel Shilston on 07732694148 or 07732694148, email info@rachelshilston.co.uk, website www.rachelshilston.co.uk/mosaic-classes
Discover the magic of wool sculpture and make an animal of your choice. Models are around 6 inches in height. No sewing or gluing is involved and courses are suitable for absolute beginners or improvers. Full day 10am to 4.30pm £70 includes felting tools to keep, all materials, lunch and refreshments. Courses at Swan House Tea Room Woolaston, near Lydney on the A48 SEP: Tue 18, OCT: Tue 30 Courses at Trumpet Corner Tea Room near Ledbury on the A438 to Hereford SEP: Fri 28, OCT: Thu 11, Fri 26, NOV: Fri 16, Sat 24 Contact Michelle Hickman T: 01594 516906 M: 0794 114 7161 E: felt@furzie.co.uk www.furzie.co.uk
Join us on an Usk river pilgrimage from Caerleon to Usk at the time of the Autumn Equinox. Bring a packed lunch and a flask. Suitable for all ages. £10 voluntary contribution. Meet 10.30/11am on Sunday 23rd September. Priory Hotel Tearooms, High St, Caerleon, NP18 1AG. Contact Mandy Pullen on 01594 541850 or 07805 800313, email info@mandypullen.co.uk, website www.mandpullen.co.uk.
A seasonal half day workshop which will give you the opportunity to have a go at a selection of sewing crafts. Patchwork, simple machine embroidery, a spot of appliqué. 10am-1, Saturday 24th November £35. Includes a Tea/coffee and a mince pie. Course price includes all materials Contact Jennifer Johnson at Sew Forest of Dean, High Street, Clearwell. T: 07342 979235. E: info@sewforestofdean.co.uk www.sewforestofdean.co.uk Facebook: @sewforestofdean
Ideal for those wanting to learn the basic techniques of this fantastic craft. We will explore cutting, piecing and assembling of patchwork. You will produce samples each week to build up your skills and confidence. Ideal for beginners. 6 weeks 10.30am-12.30 Wednesdays starting 7th November. £60.00 Course price includes all materials Contact Jennifer Johnson at Sew Forest of Dean, High Street, Clearwell. T: 07342 979235. E: info@sewforestofdean.co.uk www.sewforestofdean.co.uk Facebook: @sewforestofdean
A fun and friendly 1 day workshop to help you get to grips with your sewing machine. We will look at the buttons, dials and feet for your machine and help you identify what everything does. Places are limited to 4 to ensure that personal tuition is given. Friday 19th October, 10.30 – 4.30 £60. Course price includes all materials Contact Jennifer Johnson at Sew Forest of Dean, High Street, Clearwell. T: 07342 979235. E: info@sewforestofdean.co.uk www.sewforestofdean.co.uk Facebook: @sewforestofdean
Mixed Pilates – 1.45–2.45pm, 12 weeks starting Friday 14th September to 7th December inc. at Northwood Green Village Hall, Northwood Green nr Westbury. Contact Esther Fransham on 01452 760120 or 07711 832042, email esther@estherf.com, website www.estherf.com
Singing for Breathing is for people diagnosed with COPD and other lung conditions. It’s a fun way to help your breathing & confidence. All levels of ability or singing experience welcome. £3 or what you can afford, or free for some conditions. 2-3 pm, Thursdays ongoing. Starting again 13th September 2018 Lydney Community Centre, Naas Lane, Lydney, GL15 5AT. Contact Kirsty Abraham on 07905 789683, email peopleandsinging@gmail.com, website www.blf.org.uk/support-for-you/singing-for-lung-health/join-a-group
Chen Style Tai Chi classes every Wednesday from 6 -7pm at English Bicknor. The syllabus includes loosening and foundation exercises, tai chi form and chi gong (energy work). The class and instructor are affiliated to The Bristol School of Tai Chi. £40 for a 6 week block English Bicknor Village Hall, Ross Road, English Bicknor, GL16 7PD. Contact Mark on 01594 544060 or 07791738668, email deantaichichuan@gmail.com, website www.bristoltaichi.com/deantaichi.htm
Yoga for all abilities, beginners to advanced. Bring a mat, a blanket and wear warm loose clothes. British Wheel of Yoga tutor. Restarting Sept 5th. Drop in rate £5 per night, reduction if paid in advance. Yoga for All New course – Lydbrook . Come and share yoga. All welcome. Wednesday, 5.30-7pm. Ring for more details and dates. Lydbrook Memorial Hal,l Central Lydbrook, GL17 9PP. Contact Jane Rothery on 01594 544149 or 07903099779, or email jjrothery@talktalk.net
Anyone aged 11-16 (beginner or experienced musicians) can enjoy making music at The Music Works’ Afterschool Club and Studio Sessions at SoundSpace Studios, Cinderford. Try out instruments, play in a band, use music technology. 11-18 year olds can also book sessions for very low prices. £3 per person per hour, Mondays 3-4.30pm (club). Causeway Road, Cinderford, GL14 2AF. Contact Anita Holford on 01594 825124, email Aholford@themusicworks.org.uk, website www.themusicworks.org.uk
Invest in your body and develop good posture, flexibility and balance in a fun way. These Awareness Through Movement (ATM) classes are non-strenuous and suitable for all ages. Bring your own blanket/yoga mat. Course 4/5/6 weeks x £9/person, Drop-in class £12 Tuesday morning 10.30-noon, Tuesday evening 7.30-9pm Newland Village Room, GL16 8NP, Gloucestershire (please check on website) Contact Bärbel on 07474 612701, email feldenkrais@movingexperience.eu, website www.movingexperience.eu
SoundSpace offers four practice rooms and a recording studio for hire for bands, singers, solo artists of any age, at highly competitive prices. The studio is situated on The Forest High School site in Causeway Road, Cinderford, and is run by the charity The Music Works. From £4 / per hour. Various dates available call to be a slot. Causeway Road, Cinderford, GL14 2AF. Contact Anita Holford on 01594 825124, email Aholford@themusicworks.org.uk, website www.themusicworks.org.uk.
‘Strictly’ style dance fitness exercise class, no partners needed! You don’t need to be able to dance, you just have to want to get fit and have fun! Transform your body dancing to music! £4 per class or £28 for 8 classes within 8 weeks. Mondays & Wednesdays, 10-11am, Tuesdays & Thursdays 7-8pm (ongoing). Broadwell Memorial Hall, North Road, Coleford, GL16 7BG. Now also on Wednesdays, 7-8pm at Cinderford Methodist Church Hall, (Opposite Palace Cinema), Cinderford, GL14 2AB. Contact Lisa Cherry on 07909 755222, email lisa-cherry@sky.com or through Facebook on LVC Fitness
If you want to learn/make music or develop your skills using music technology, The Music Works’ Audio-Base Saturday sessions at SoundSpace Studios, Cinderford, could be for you. Create, record and jam with others and learn music technology helped by session leaders who are musicians and industry professionals. 11am-12.30pm, every Saturday during term time, ongoing. £3,£5 or £6. SoundSpace Studios, Causeway Road, Cinderford, GL14 2AF. Contact Anita Holford on 01594 825124, email Aholford@themusicworks.org.uk, website www.themusicworks.org.uk.
Discover the delicious treats in the hedgerow with Liz Knight of Forage Fine Foods, 10am-4pm, Sat 30th Sept £95. Humble by Nature, Upper Meend Farm, Penallt, Nr Monmouth, NP25 4RP. For more details or to book your place, telephone 01600 714595, email info@humblebynature.com, website www.humblebynature.com
Fitness Pilates utilises all of the principals and includes many of the mat work exercises in traditional Pilates, but offers modifications, diversifications to provide a controlled body conditioning program. It is aimed at adults of all levels, ages and abilities. Mondays & Wednesdays, 11am – 12.00noon Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9pm, ongoing. £24.00 for 6 weeks. Broadwell Memorial Hall, North Road, Coleford, GL16 7BG. Contact Lisa Cherry on 07909 755222, email lisa-cherry@sky.com or through Facebook, at LVC Fitness.