Learn to... is a six-week block of activities where you learn new skills in with the same group of people. The six-week block is beginner friendly and lead by a qualified instructor.
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Term One
- Learn to... Climb (Boulder)
Purchase your Learn to... Climb (Boulder) 🧗
Where: Rise Climbing, Unit 6, Caxton Works, Hoy St, London E16 1ZA
When: Wednesday 16 October, Wednesday 23 October, Wednesday 30 October, Wednesday 13 November, Wednesday 20 November, and Wednesday 27 November
Coach: Experienced instructor from Rise Climbing
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Cost: £60 (this includes all 6 sessions and includes hire or climbing shoes and chalk)
What's included in the cost: 1 hour of coaching each week.
What to expect from the sessions: Learn to Climb (boulder) is a 6-week instructed climbing course. Each week there will be a 1-hour lesson, where we explore fundamental climbing techniques. The course will specifically focus on bouldering, which is one of the core climbing disciplines. Indoor bouldering is where we climb up to 4.5m high over foam boulder mats. The course is suitable for both new climbers and existing climbers who boulder at the V0 - V2 grade. Boulder safety and fall practice will be covered as part of the first lesson, so you do not need any previous climbing experience to join the course.
The aim of the course is to create a solid base of climbing techniques so participants can continue to improve once the course has finished. Over the 6 weeks we will learn about fundamental climbing techniques and movement, which are briefly summarised below:
- Learning how to utilise strength in your legs - ‘if you can get up stairs you can go bouldering’
- Foot placement and body positioning
- Climbing jargon e.g. crimps, rock-over, drop-knee
- How to climb efficiently e.g. route reading, hold selection, use of appropriate techniques
- Utilising momentum to make moves feel easier e.g. more dynamic rockovers
Run by a fantastic climbing instructor, the Learn to Climb (Boulder) course is a great opportunity to learn and improve in a supportive environment!
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: Please bring a water bottle with you, wear sports clothing, all equipment will be provided.
- Learn to... Golf
Purchase your Learn to... Golf ⛳
Where: Old Fold Manor Golf Club, Old Fold Lane, Hadley Green, Barnet, EN5 4QN, Hertfordshire
Please note: You will need to make your own way to and from the venue. Please factor in the time it will take to travel to and from the venue before you sign up.
When: Wednesday 16 October, Wednesday 23 October, Wednesday 30 October, Wednesday 13 November, Wednesday 20 November and Wednesday 27 November
Coach: Joe Goodall
Time: 13:00pm - 14:30pm (Please note this is the start time, please factor travel time into this)
Cost: £60 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 1.5 hours of coaching each week and equipment hire.
What to expect from the sessions: Over the 6 week programme, we will cover all aspects of the game of golf. This includes driving and hitting bombs like Rory McIlroy, iron shots to get onto the green as close to the flag as possible like Tiger, short game coaching to be become specialists around the greens and finally putting with a view to head out onto the golf course in the final session of the 6 weeks.
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: Please wear comfortable, warm clothing and bring a water bottle with you.
- Learn to... Heels (Dance)
Purchase your Learn to... Heels (Dance) 👠
Where: Rehearsal Room, 1st Floor, Bloomsbury Theatre Building, 15 Gordon Street, WC1H 0AH
When: Saturday 12 October, Saturday 19 October, Saturday 26 October, Saturday 2 November, Saturday 16 November, and Saturday 23 November
Coach: Yamit Salazar
Time: 14:00 - 15:00pm
Cost: £20 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 1 hour of teaching (heel protectors are provided)
What to expect from the sessions: Step into confidence with our Learn to… Heels (dance) These beginner classes are designed to help you master the basics of dancing in heels whilst embracing your individuality. Yamit (Professional Dancer) will teach you the fundamentals such as the perfect bevel, good posture and some choreography whilst having fun. This six-week block is more than just technique – this is about empowerment and you! So, grab your heels and get ready to feel fierce and fabulous. *Please note heels are optional!
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: Please wear comfortable clothing, we recommend any heel (shoes) you feel comfortable in. Please note this is not compulsory, you can wear trainers or dance with no shoes, which ever you feel comfortable in!
- Learn to... Lift (Women Only)
Purchase your Learn to... Lift (Women Only) 🏋️♀️
Group One
Where: Bloomsbury Fitness, 3rd Floor, Bloomsbury Theatre Building, 15 Gordon Street, London WC1H 0AH
When: Sunday 20 October, Sunday 27 October, Sunday 3 November, Sunday 17 November, Sunday 24 November, and Sunday 1 December
Instructor: Marilena Schnorrenberg
Time: 19:00 - 20:00 (during the Women Only Hours in Bloomsbury Fitness)
Cost: £25 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 1 hour of coaching each week.
What to expect from the sessions: Over the 6-week programme, we will build a foundation for your strength training journey by covering all of the main free weight exercises, focussing on safe technique. Starting from warming up and setting up the rack for squats or the barbell for a hip thrust, we will continue to build onto your lifting skills with exercises such as deadlifts, Bulgarian split squats, bench press, and shoulder press to name a few, using both barbells and dumbbells. The goal is to support you in feeling strong and confident doing your own lifting sessions in the future, and maybe even taking up a strength sport like powerlifting!
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: Please wear flat trainers if possible (for example Converse or Nike Air Forces) and bring a water bottle with you.
Group Two:
Where: Bloomsbury Fitness, 3rd Floor, Bloomsbury Theatre Building, 15 Gordon Street, London WC1H 0AH
When: Sunday 20 October, Sunday 27 October, Sunday 3 November, Sunday 17 November, Sunday 24 November, and Sunday 1 December
Instructor: Marilena Schnorrenberg
Time: 20:00 - 20:45 (during the Women Only Hours in Bloomsbury Fitness)
Cost: £20 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 45 minutes of coaching each week
What to expect from the sessions: Over the 6-week programme, we will build a foundation for your strength training journey by covering all of the main free weight exercises, focussing on safe technique. Starting from warming up and setting up the rack for squats or the barbell for a hip thrust, we will continue to build onto your lifting skills with exercises such as deadlifts, Bulgarian split squats, bench press, and shoulder press to name a few, using both barbells and dumbbells. The goal is to support you in feeling strong and confident doing your own lifting sessions in the future, and maybe even taking up a strength sport like powerlifting!
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: Please wear flat trainers if possible (for example Converse or Nike Air Forces) and bring a water bottle with you.
- Learn to... Self Defence (Women Only)
Purchase your Learn to... Self Defence (Women Only) 🥋
Where: Rehearsal Room, 1st Floor, Bloomsbury Theatre Building, 15 Gordon Street, WC1H 0AH
When: Saturday 12 October, Saturday 19 October, Saturday 2 November, Saturday 16 November, Saturday 23 November and Saturday 30 November
Instructor: Maria Ionescu
Time: 11:00 - 12:30
Cost: £20 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 1.5 hours of coaching and all equipment provided.
What to expect from the sessions: Krav Maga, meaning 'contact combat', is a self defence system that teaches practical, useful skills that can be used to protect yourself in real life situations straight away. It doesn't require extensive training or unusual physical skills - techniques are designed so that complete beginners can learn to use the situation and their bodies' natural abilities to keep themselves and others safe. This 6-week course will give you a sample of defences against hits, grabs and holds, attacks on the ground, and even against weapons.
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: Please bring a water bottle with you.
- Learn to... Squash
Purchase your Learn to... Squash 🎾
Where: Bloomsbury Fitness Squash Courts , 3rd Floor, Bloomsbury Theatre Building, 15 Gordon Street, London WC1H 0AH
When: Friday 18 October, Friday 25 October, Friday 1 November, Friday 15 November, Friday 22 November and Friday 29 November 2024
Coach: Gary Nisbet
Time: 17:00 - 18:00pm
Cost: £20 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 1 hour of coaching each week.
What to expect from the sessions: With one hour a week you'll master the basics, improve your fitness and build confidence on the court. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to sharpen your skills, our fun supportive sessions will get you game-ready! All equipment for these session is provided.
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: Please wear appropriate footwear (trainers) and bring a water bottle with you, all equipment will be provided.
- Learn to... Swim
Purchase your Learn to... Swim 🏊♀️
Group One
Where: London Aquatics Centre, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 2ZQ
When: Tuesday 15th October, Tuesday 22nd October, Tuesday 29th October, Tuesday 12th November, Tuesday 19th November and Tuesday 26th November.
Instructor: Qualified Instructor from the London Aquatics Centre
Time: 18:15 - 19:00pm
Cost: £25 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 45 minutes of coaching at the London Aquatics Centre.
What to expect from the sessions: Our Learn to... Swim programme will be led by a swimming instructor who will be able to guide you in your swimming journey. They will provide practices and learning opportunities based on your current swimming ability, providing feedback and demonstrations to improve your stroke techniques, whether you wish to learn breaststroke or go big with Butterfly.
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: You will need to bring all equipment with you (swimsuit, goggles, towel etc). You will need a £1 coin for the lockers in the changing rooms. Please also bring a water bottle.
Group Two
Where: London Aquatics Centre, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 2ZQ
When: Tuesday 29 October, Tuesday 12 November, Tuesday 19 November, Tuesday 26 November, Tuesday 2 December and Tuesday 10 December.
Instructor: Qualified Instructor from the London Aquatics Centre
Time: 19:00 - 19:45pm
Cost: £25 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 45 minutes of coaching at the London Aquatics Centre.
What to expect from the sessions: Our Learn to... Swim programme will be led by a swimming instructor who will be able to guide you in your swimming journey. They will provide practices and learning opportunities based on your current swimming ability, providing feedback and demonstrations to improve your stroke techniques, whether you wish to learn breaststroke or go big with Butterfly.
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
What to bring: You will need to bring all equipment with you (swimsuit, goggles, towel etc). You will need a £1 coin for the lockers in the changing rooms. Please also bring a water bottle.
- Learn to... Swim (Women Only)
Purchase your Learn to... Swim (Women Only) 🏊♀️
Where: London Aquatics Centre, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 2ZQ
When: Thursday 17th October Thursday 24th October, Thursday 31st October, Thursday14 November, Thursday 21st November and Thursday 28th November
Instructor: Qualified Instructor from the London Aquatics Centre
Time: 8am - 8:45am (During Women Only hours)
Cost: £25 (this includes all 6 sessions)
What's included in the cost: 45 minutes of coaching at the London Aquatics Centre.
What to expect from the sessions: Our Learn to... Swim programme will be led by a swimming instructor who will be able to guide you in your swimming journey. They will provide practices and learning opportunities based on your current swimming ability, providing feedback and demonstrations to improve your stroke techniques, whether you wish to learn breaststroke or go big with Butterfly.
Please note: When you purchase the six week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all six sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all six sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
This Learn to... programme is Women Only
What to bring: You will need to bring all equipment with you (swimsuit, goggles, towel etc). You will need a £1 coin for the lockers in the changing rooms. Please also bring a water bottle.
If you have booked onto the Learn to Swim (Women only) and require a swim hijab, please contact [email protected] with a request of XS/Small or Med/Large *Please note this is subject to availability. Please let us know as soon as possible.
- Learn to... Tennis (109 Camden Rd Residents)
Purchase your Learn to... Tennis 🎾
Where: 109 Camden Road Accommodation - Tennis Court (this Learn to course is only for 109 Camden Road residents)
When: Monday 11 November, Monday 18 November, Monday 25 November and Monday 2 December
Instructor: Sam Bracken
Time: 13:00 - 14:00
Cost: £10 (for all four 1 hour coaching sessions and use of equipment)
What's included in the cost: 1 hour of coaching per session.
What to expect from the sessions: Our Learn to... Tennis programme at 109 Camden Road is specifically for 109 Camden Road residents. The beginner-friendly programme is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of tennis in a fun and supportive environment. Learn and develop your stance, footwork, game rules and much more!
Please note: When you purchase the four week block of sessions, we have an expectation that you attend all four sessions. Please ensure you are able to commit to attending all four sessions before you sign up. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
This Learn to... programme is only for residents at 109 Camden Rd accommodation.
What to bring: Please also bring a water bottle, all tennis equipment will be provided.
Term Two
- Learn to... Badminton
TBC
- Learn to... Climb (Boulder)
TBC
- Learn to... Heels (Dance)
TBC
- Learn to... Lift (Women Only)
TBC
- Learn to... Self Defence (Women Only)
TBC
- Learn to... Squash
TBC
- Learn to... Swim
TBC
- Learn to... Swim (Women Only)
TBC
- Learn to... Tennis
TBC
Term Three
- Learn to... Badminton
TBC
- Learn to... Climb (Boulder)
TBC
- Learn to... Golf
TBC
- Learn to... Heels (Dance)
TBC
- Learn to... Lift (Women Only)
TBC
- Learn to... Self Defence (Women Only)
TBC
- Learn to... Squash
TBC
- Learn to... Swim
TBC
- Learn to... Swim (Women Only)
TBC
- Learn to... Tennis
TBC
Attendance of Learn to...
We highly recommend attending all six sessions to make the most out of this activity.
For those who complete all six sessions, you will receive a Learn to... digital certificate on completion.
If you cannot attend all sessions due to unforeseen circumstances please email [email protected] and referred to our Learn to... refund policy.
Refund Policy
Once the programme has started there are no refunds, unless there is a class cancellation and you cannot attend the rearranged date. You will then be refunded for this single class.
If you have purchased a Learn to... course and can no longer attend, you can apply for a refund up to 7 days before the course starts. Please let us know by email [email protected] as soon as possible.
If you have a question about any of the 'Learn to...' six week courses that we are running, please email us at [email protected]
