Leeds Adult Learning

Magnificent Masks

Build up a mask using basic techniques, then we will look at masks from all over the world - beautiful, scary, colourful, decorative - as inspiration. Learn how to create a deisgn, on paper first, and then use your ideas to transform your basic mask into a work of art....(Read more - Magnificent Masks)

Thu, Sep 30, 2021 to Thu, Dec 09 2021
11:15 AM to 1:15 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Up & Stunning! Upcycling

Starting with small pieces of wood, experiment with decorative techniques before committing yourself to a more ambitious project. This could include planters, coat racks and key racks\'85 and is also an opportunity to cheer up an old bit of furniture.

Thu, Sep 30, 2021 to Thu, Dec 09 2021
3:45 PM to 5:45 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Drawing and Watercolours - Painting Nature

A 12 week course to learn new skills and increase your confidence in drawing and painting. Ths course focuses on painting nature and is suitable for beginners and those who wish to improve their skills.

Wed, Sep 22, 2021 to Wed, Dec 15 2021
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Acrylic Painting - Paint like the Masters

A 12 week course to learn new skills and build confidence in painting with acrylics. This course will use famous painters' styles to teach you new painting techniques. It is suitable for beginners and those wishing to build on existing skills.

Wed, Sep 22, 2021 to Wed, Dec 15 2021
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Mixed Media Crafts - Bees, Bugs and Butterflies

A short course to introduce Mixed Media Crafts. You will make bees, bugs and butterflies out of a variety of craft media and using different techniques. Suitable for all those interested in Mixed Media.

Thu, Sep 23, 2021 to Thu, Oct 21 2021
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Felting - Painting with Wool

A short course to learn to make landscapes and pictures using the felting technique. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to improve their skills.

Thu, Sep 23, 2021 to Thu, Oct 21 2021
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Colourful Collage Landscape Techniques

Create stunning landscape pieces from coloured papers, fabrics, small cut out images, painting and drawing. You'll get to experiment with a variety of techniques for creating your own decorative papers e.g. marbling and wax resist. You can use your own favourite landscape as inspiration. The end result will be a...(Read more - Colourful Collage Landscape Techniques)

Wed, Sep 29, 2021 to Wed, Dec 08 2021
11:15 AM to 1:15 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Cartoons

Learn how to draw cartoon characters : people, animals, even animated vegetables if you like! Explore how to create moods, action, and tell jokes and stories - its easier than you think! This course is perfect for anyone wanting to create charcters for business cards, websites, greeting cards and also...(Read more - Cartoons)

Wed, Sep 29, 2021 to Wed, Dec 08 2021
3:45 PM to 5:45 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Mixed Media Crafts - Celebration Crafts

A short course to introduce Mixed Media Crafts. You will make celebration crafts out of a variety of craft media and using different techniques. Suitable for all those interested in Mixed Media.

Thu, Nov 04, 2021 to Thu, Dec 16 2021
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Felting - Festive Needle Felting

A short course to learn to make festive felting items using the felting techniques. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to improve their skills.

Thu, Nov 04, 2021 to Thu, Dec 16 2021
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds

Ceramic Painting T1

This course is for students with disabilities that attend Stocks Hill Day Centre . It is a ceramic painting course that allows students to decorate their own work using a variety of techniques.

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 to Tue, Dec 14 2021
12:45 PM to 2:45 PM (2 hours) at Stocks Hill Day Centre Armley
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Basic Pottery T1

This course is for students with disabilities that attend Stocks Hill Day Centre . It is a basic pottery class that allows students to discover the world of pottery and make pots, vases and various individual projects.

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 to Tue, Dec 14 2021
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (2 hours) at Stocks Hill Day Centre Armley
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Sewing HW T1

This course is for students living near Hawksworth Wood who want to learn and develop basic sewing skills and techniques. It will give students the opportunity to develop both hand and machine sewing skills. You will be able to find out about other courses and progression opportunities as part of...(Read more - Sewing HW T1)

Tue, Sep 21, 2021 to Tue, Dec 07 2021
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM (2 hours) at Hawksworth Wood Ymca
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Beginners Dressmaking

This is a 12 week course for novice learners who have a sewing machine, but would like to learn more about the skills required for dressmaking techniques. Learn to cut fabrics, take body measurements and develop dressmaking-sewing skills.

Mon, Sep 13, 2021 to Mon, Dec 06 2021
10:00 AM to 12:15 PM (2 hours) at Ymca Lawnswood
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Lets get Crafty

This is a pre-entry family learning course for parents with pre-school aged children who want to learn new arts and crafts skills while developing English and maths skills.

Fri, Sep 17, 2021 to Fri, Oct 22 2021
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM (2 hours) at Burley Park Childrens Centre
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Basic Woodwork (Monday) HT1 21-22

Five sessions: This course runs every Monday from 20th September - 18th October 2021 from 9.30am - 3.30pm For complete beginners and those looking for a refresher. \u8239? WEEK 1 Welcome to Learning session* \u8239? WEEKS 2 - 5 \u8239?- Safe use of common hand tools - How to measure...(Read more - Basic Woodwork (Monday) HT1 21-22)

Mon, Sep 20, 2021 to Mon, Oct 18 2021
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (6 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Basic Woodwork (Wednesday) HT1 21-22

Five sessions: This course runs every Monday from 20th September - 18th October 2021 from 9.30am - 3.30pm For complete beginners and those looking for a refresher. \u8239? WEEK 1 Welcome to Learning session* \u8239? WEEKS 2 - 5 \u8239?- Safe use of common hand tools - How to measure...(Read more - Basic Woodwork (Wednesday) HT1 21-22)

Wed, Sep 22, 2021 to Wed, Oct 20 2021
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (6 hours) at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Provided by Conservation Volunteers

Fitness & Wellbeing

This is a course that aims to improve learners' health, confidence and wellbeing through various sports and fun fitness activities. It is specifically aimed at unemployed people living in Hawksworth . You will be able to find out about opportunities and other courses you can progress to as part of...(Read more - Fitness & Wellbeing)

Tue, Sep 14, 2021 to Tue, Dec 07 2021
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM (2 hours) at Hawksworth Wood Ymca
Provided by City of Leeds YMCA

Maths for Jobseekers

This unaccredited course will build the confidence of learners in maths skills while looking for work..

Tue, Sep 21, 2021 to Tue, Nov 23 2021
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM (2 hours) at Groundwork
Provided by Groundwork Leeds