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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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- Women in art: 1900-1960Course start date: Tue 16 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Elizabeth EyresOn this course we shall explore and examine the considerable, and significant, contributions of women painters and sculptors to the avant-garde art world during the first half of the 20th century.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information. - The 60 minute writerCourse start date: Tue 9 Jan 2024 (and 14 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Tasha KavanaghFit creative writing into your busy day: a relaxed, informal rolling programme for writers of all levels of experience who enjoy being thrown new ideas and experimenting with poetry and prose.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £55.00 - Bookbinding: gold tooling on paperCourse start date: Tue 16 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Tracey RowledgeLearn how to develop a language with gold tooling on paper using hand finishing tools, BS Glaire and loose gold leaf. For all levels, from beginners to those with experience in gold tooling using hand finishing tools and gold leaf. - Light weights for everyday strengthCourse start date: Tue 16 Apr 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Madlyn Ray-JonesEnjoy a fun and friendly workout. Improve your strength and muscle tone so that everyday activities including carrying shopping, walking, and climbing stairs become easier. Everyone is welcome for an inclusive class!
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 - Art history tasterCourse start date: Mon 25 Mar 2024 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sarah JaffrayCurious about art history? Join us for this taster session where we explore different ways into visual art and its histories, from the ancient to the contemporary.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00 - Introduction to still-life in pastelsCourse start date: Tue 16 Apr 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ro SylvesterExplore a variety of techniques and approaches to making a still-life in pastels. Learn how to mix pastels on paper, choose suitable materials and supports to allow you to create a finished pastel drawing.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Draw, paint, printCourse start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Mary WintourOn this experimental course, you will draw, paint and print in often unfamiliar ways in order to catch the unexpected. Through experimentation and reflection, you will collate a personal collection of work. .Full fee £339.00 Senior fee £271.00 Concession £220.00 - Lunchtime lecture: John Singer Sargent - beautiful subversionCourse start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sarah JaffrayExplore the historical context of John Singer Sargent’s fashionable portraits to better understand their depth and importance in modern art.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £7.00 - Chi Kung five elements: moving from the centre: all levelsCourse start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Heike ClarkeWould you like to add some stillness to your existing chi kung practice?
In this weekly course we will follow the support cycle of the five elements earth, metal, water, wood and fire. With a focus on earth and metal. We will slow down and connect to stillness, become more grounded, centred and relaxed, get a better energy flow and become more aware of ourselves, others and our surroundings. We will also do some standing and sitting meditation.
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 £143.00 Concession £125.00 - Early morning YogaCourse start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Carolina SanchezA great way to start your day, this yoga class will help improve body awareness, posture and flexibility. Practise relaxation and concentration exercises before work. For all ages, levels of fitness and experience.
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 - A history of global capitalismCourse start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vina TheodorakopoulouWant to understand the history of global capitalism. Join Dr. Vina Theodorakopoulou to learn about the historical transitions towards what we know as capitalism today – evolution of capital, the role of the state, labour, competition, race, and innovation-automation.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - Gentle PilatesCourse start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Cathy NorrisImprove your everyday health with this gentle Pilates body conditioning to aid your posture and balance whilst improving your strength and flexibility. Relaxation practice leaves you feeling rejuvenated and energised.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £104.00 - Great works: Stabat mater from plainchant to PärtCourse start date: Thu 18 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Trish ShawThis course examines a core Latin Christian hymn text, Stabat mater dolorosa, which has received dozens of musical settings over eight centuries, from the 13th century to the present day. Why does this particular text hold such fascination for composers, and how has its meaning been interpreted through music?Full fee £39.00 - Tai Chi Chuan: mixed levelsCourse start date: Thu 18 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Carla DraytonContinue to refine and develop the gentle, graceful movements of T'ai Chi in classes designed to help you develop clear, powerful and effective practice. Build on your experience with more advanced sequences.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £104.00 - An introduction to European decorative arts at the V&ACourse start date: Thu 18 Apr 2024
Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Andreas PetzoldThe Victoria and Albert Museum has one of the finest and most comprehensive collections of European decorative arts in the world. This course aims to provide an introduction to these rich collections. It will focus on the period 1500 to 1900, but references later developments. The main media will be explored including textiles, ceramics, glass, metalwork, and silver.Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £71.00 Concession £58.00
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