Leeds Adult
Learning

Arts Sunday - 596c

Stained Glass and Jewellery - A day to indulge, experiment and relax.. A simple lunch will also be provided. (more)

Sun, Jun 10, 2018 to Sun, Jun 10 2018
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (6 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Arts Sunday - 597c

Stained Glass and Jewellery - A day to indulge, experiment and relax.. A simple lunch will also be provided. (more)

Sun, Jun 17, 2018 to Sun, Jun 17 2018
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (6 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Family Summer Crafts - 646c

Bazaar Crafts with Mrs Sew-and-Sew. We will be making a range of traditional craft items, as featured at Bazaars and Sales of Work for many years, and are now making a come back. Learn to weave, plait and stitch, in simple, fun, creative ways and take everything home with you.…(more)

Sat, Jul 07, 2018 to Sat, Jul 07 2018
10:00 AM to 1:15 PM (3 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Brushstrokes

Learn painting techniques with watercolours and acrylics, from landscapes to still life. Suitable for beginners and those who wish to learn extra techniques. All materials provided, but can bring your own if you would prefer. (more)

Tue, Jun 05, 2018 to Tue, Jun 26 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Printworks

Basic printing skills using pre-made silk screens. Create a lino cut to print with of your own design. Suitable for beginners and those who wish to learn those particular techniques. All materials provided. (more)

Tue, Jul 03, 2018 to Tue, Jul 24 2018
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Creative Patchwork - 698c

Learn basic patchwork piecing techniques and simple applique. Create your own handmade pin cushion. (more)

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 to Tue, Jul 10 2018
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (3 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Glazing Master Class - 586c

A six hour class spread over 2 days. Learn how to create different coloured glazes and how to apply them. There will be demonstrations of many different glazing techniques. (more)

Mon, Jul 16, 2018 to Thu, Jul 19 2018
10:00 AM to 1:15 PM (3 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Making a Silver Ring - 690c

Step by step guide to making your own textured silver band ring. A great taster to introduce you to jewellery making. Beginners welcome. (more)

Tue, Jul 17, 2018 to Tue, Jul 17 2018
10:00 AM to 3:30 PM (6 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Lids and Lugs (daytime) - 693c

Learn how to throw pottery handles, lids and lugs with Sally. You will need some throwing experience. (more)

Tue, Jul 17, 2018 to Tue, Jul 17 2018
1:00 PM to 4:15 PM (3 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Lids and Lugs (evening) - 694c

Come and have a go at handles, lids and lugs with Sally. (more)

Wed, Jul 18, 2018 to Wed, Jul 18 2018
6:15 PM to 9:30 PM (3 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Felt Making - 599c

Exploring wet felt making for decorative use - beginners (more)

Mon, Jun 04, 2018 to Mon, Jun 25 2018
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Family felt making course - 598c

Family course. Exploring wet felt making for decorative use (more)

Mon, Jun 04, 2018 to Mon, Jun 25 2018
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM (2 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Learn Photography

Learn basic photography techniques and use those skills to take superb photos, then learn to edit them with Photoshop. (more)

Tue, Jul 03, 2018 to Tue, Jul 24 2018
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

(ACL) Intro to Cake Decorating

An Introduction to the art of cake decorating. Learn techniques and tips for making your cakes look amazing. (more)

Tue, Jun 05, 2018 to Tue, Jul 10 2018
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM (2 hours) at Moor Allerton Library
Provided by Leeds City College

Basic DIY

A course designed to teach basic DIY skills for complete beginners in our fully equipped workshop. This course will save you money as you build your confidence to do minor repairs by yourself. It will include: How to choose the correct tool for the job Use of hand and power…(more)

Tue, Jun 19, 2018 to Tue, Jul 24 2018
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM (3 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Knitting - 697c

Introduction to knitting. Opportunity for student to learn how to knit basic accessories. Support health and well being (more)

Mon, Jun 04, 2018 to Mon, Jul 23 2018
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (2 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Catching the Sun - 692c

Join us in catching the sun. A workshop of making a sun catcher out of coloured glass and copper foil. Beginners welcome. (more)

Mon, Jul 16, 2018 to Mon, Jul 16 2018
10:00 AM to 3:30 PM (6 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Nature in Inks - 695c

A workshop learning how to create a landscape using ink with bleaching out effects and a variety of ink techniques. Beginners welcome. A charge of \'a33 will be payable for the silver. (more)

Wed, Jul 18, 2018 to Wed, Jul 18 2018
1:30 PM to 7:30 PM (6 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Art in Reverse - 696c

Challenge yourself by drawing on black paper using coloured pencils. In this class, you will learn how to shade in reverse by transitioning from black, mid-grey and white to produce an under drawing that you will add colour to later. (more)

Fri, Jul 20, 2018 to Fri, Jul 20 2018
1:15 PM to 4:30 PM (3 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Photography Basics

Helping learners through the basics of photography (more)

Wed, Jun 13, 2018 to Wed, Jul 18 2018
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Beeston Village Skills Hub
Provided by Health for All (Leeds) Ltd

Natural Crafts Weds

A creative craft course run in a mix of indoor and outdoor settings. Learners will be given the opportunity to create a series of botanical prints using a variety of techniques and also to mosaic a plant pot to take home. (more)

Wed, Jun 13, 2018 to Wed, Jul 04 2018
1:30 PM to 4:30 PM (3 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Natural Crafts Thursday

A creative craft course run in a mix of indoor and outdoor settings. Learners will be given the opportunity to create a series of botanical prints using a variety of techniques and also to mosaic a plant pot to take home. (more)

Thu, Jun 14, 2018 to Thu, Jul 05 2018
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (3 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Basic Woodwork

An introductory woodwork course for beginners or those who have lost confidence. A chance to learn new skills in a safe environment. Learners learn all the basic tools, safe working in a workshop and they complete a birdbox and a simple garden bench. (more)

Wed, Jun 20, 2018 to Wed, Jul 18 2018
9:30 AM to 1:30 PM (4 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Further Woodwork

A further woodwork course for learners who have completed the Basic Woodwork course to take their skills further. Learners will either making a tool box with lid or bedside cabinet and if time permits a small project of their choice. The course can lead to studying woodowork on a full…(more)

Fri, Jun 29, 2018 to Fri, Jul 27 2018
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (6 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Basic DIY

A course suitable for those people who wish to learn how to use hand and power tools and make basic joints with wood. (more)

Tue, Jun 19, 2018 to Tue, Jul 24 2018
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Woodturning for Women B

A course for women to learn woodturning skills in our fully equipped workshop. Learn how to make bowls, pens, wands and spindles. All materials provided. Suitable for women with no experience of turning or those wishing to learn more after completing the first course. (more)

Tue, Jun 19, 2018 to Tue, Jul 24 2018
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Intermediate Carpentry

This course is suitable for those who have basic carpentry skills and who wish to learn more advanced skills. You will learn more advanced joints, use different, specialised power tools and have an opportunity to make your own woodworking project. (more)

Wed, Jun 20, 2018 to Tue, Jul 31 2018
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (6 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Me Time 2017/18 Course 15 Thursdays

The Me Time is free course (approx. 8 weeks) aimed at individuals aged 25+ with learning disabilities. The course aims to empower people and will enable learners to enjoy a variety of meaningful activities, which will help them to develop new skills, help them achieve their goals, gain more independence…(more)

Thu, May 31, 2018 to Thu, Jul 26 2018
10:30 AM to 2:30 PM (4 hours) at Royal Mencap
Provided by Royal Mencap Society

Life Coaching - An Introduction - 306c

A short course of three Saturday workshops introduces you to some of the key principles of life coaching. Take stock: a little of what we want more of and less of in our lives; Learn some techniques which support in creating things the way we would like them to be. (more)

Sat, Jun 02, 2018 to Sat, Jun 16 2018
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (6 hours) at Swarthmore Centre
Provided by Swarthmore

Health and Social Care (TLA)

Learners who live in the East Leeds area who would like to further their skills and knowledge in Health, Social Care and Early Years Provision. Understand the basic needs of an individual and identify the community services, their roles and the services that they can provide in order to meet…(more)

Wed, Jun 06, 2018 to Wed, Jun 27 2018
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM (3 hours) at Temple Learning Academy
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA