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All our courses here at City Lit are taught by expert tutors such as published authors, academics, practising artists, and experienced professionals. Our friendly, supportive, and inspiring tutors are here to boost your confidence and motivate you at every step. We always ensure that your journey with us is enjoyable, positive, and thought-provoking.
We offer online courses and in-person courses. Our interactive online courses are taught live and in small groups. Read our guide to online learning for more information. In-person courses are delivered at our modern college campus in London near Covent Garden.
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- Yoga: mixed levels
Course start date: Mon 16 Jan 2023 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Cathy Norris, Madlyn Ray-JonesWhether you are a beginner who has done little yoga before, or you have more experience, this course will help you to unwind and relax after work. Learn postures and breathing exercises, improve your body and breath awareness, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques to help you release tension.
This course is delivered in-person at City Lit.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £125.00 - Yoga for a healthy backCourse start date: Mon 16 Jan 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Sarah ScottLearn simple yoga techniques to relax, stretch and strengthen your back, neck and shoulders safely. You can alleviate pain and discomfort, increase your mobility and generate a feeling of wellbeing.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £97.00 - Clay sculpture: portrait headCourse start date: Mon 17 Apr 2023
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Alexandra HarleyThe head is the focal point of each person; create a portrait that examines both the structure as well as the emotion of the model.Full fee £469.00 Senior fee £375.00 Concession £305.00 - Craft focus: grammar, syntax, and style for creative writersCourse start date: Mon 17 Apr 2023
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: William BradyGreat poetry and prose begin when the writer puts the right words in the right places. Learn how and why the rules and conventions of language matter in this new course, which combines creative writing with a review of essential points of grammar.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £90.00 - Early Morning YogaCourse start date: Wed 11 Jan 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Carolina SanchezA great way to start your day! This course will prepare your body and the mind for a day ahead. You will feel refreshed, energised, yet calm and focused.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £97.00 - Yoga: beginnersCourse start date: Fri 13 Jan 2023 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Carolina SanchezEnergise your body and release your mind ahead of the weekend in this gentle, structured Yoga class for beginners. Explore the benefits of Yoga through mobilising your spine, stretching muscles, and freeing your joints. Then let's go and relax! For those with little or no experience of Yoga.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £104.00 - Gentle movement for healthy livingCourse start date: Wed 11 Jan 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Eveltos PagdadesDo you want to live a healthier life and you are not sure where to start? You will learn and practise a variety of exercises to improve your fitness, flexibility, balance and general health. This course is fun and inclusive, whatever you level of fitness.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £97.00 - Zumba goldCourse start date: Mon 16 Jan 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Eleanor ShearnLearn dance fitness moves and enjoy a fun workout to help with cardiovascular fitness, muscular conditioning, flexibility, co-ordination and balance. Suitable for beginners, active older adults and those who prefer easier to follow routines.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £104.00 - Fitness PilatesCourse start date: Mon 16 Jan 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Eveltos PagdadesFitness Pilates is a fresh approach to classic Pilates that works with all those 600 muscles in the human body. Try it, get stronger and leaner!
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £97.00 - Gentle Yoga with EleanorCourse start date: Mon 17 Apr 2023
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Eleanor ShearnStretch, relax and feel good! This course is suitable for those who wish to enjoy the benefits of yoga at a gentle pace. Alternatives are offered if a student finds any particular postures (asanas) uncomfortable.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £104.00 - Pilates mixed levels with EleanorCourse start date: Mon 16 Jan 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Eleanor ShearnImprove your Pilates practice, increasing core strength and flexibility and improving posture. Learn a series of interconnected movements, and develop your breathing patterns. Ideal for those who have attended the beginners course and wish to progress to the next step.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 - Tai chi: beginnersCourse start date: Mon 16 Jan 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Kamal ThapenDiscover the gentle, graceful movements of Yang style T'ai Chi in classes designed to introduce you to the T'ai Chi and Qi Gongbasics. Learn and develop clear, powerful and effective practice designed to give you a good basic grounding in T'ai Chi and Qi Gong and an insight into their wonderful possibilities. Please note - there is no class on 14/2/23.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £90.00 - Archaeology of LondonCourse start date: Mon 9 Jan 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jill HummerstoneExplore the archaeology and history of London through its cultural monuments, topography and material remains to more fully appreciate the rich archaeological evidence of the capital.
Tutor: Jill Hummerstone. Tutor :Jill Hummerstone.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £130.00 - 'Bright Star': poetry and fameCourse start date: Mon 15 May 2023
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Laurie Smith
Why do some poets become famous and remain famous while, for others, their fame fades and they become unread? On the other hand, why are some poets little appreciated in their lifetimes, but become valued and admired after their deaths? We look at examples of both processes, from the early 19th century to the present, and explore the various reasons for these changes in reputation.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00 - Japanese philosophyCourse start date: Mon 15 May 2023
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: John GoffJapanese philosophy extends well beyond Zen, with several philosophical traditions including that of the modern Kyoto School. Developing distinct cultural, aesthetic and political concepts, Japanese philosophers offer a rich field of thought.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £120.00
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