Online Classes And Workshops
Welcome to Norden Farm's online programme of classes and workshops!
Our health and wellbeing seem more important than ever in these uncertain times. We've been working with our tutors to bring you a fabulous line up of creative and fitness classes digitally via Zoom - so you can still enjoy being part of the Norden Farm community from the comfort of your home!
How does it work?
The classes will take place via a video stream where you will be able to use the camera and audio on your tablet, laptop or other device to see and hear the tutor and other participants.
You simply need to book on to your class or workshop of choice as normal by the cut off time (see event page). We'll then send you an email with a link to your session, a meeting ID and password. These will be emailed to you after the booking cut off time, shortly before the class begins.
If you'd like to learn more about joining a meeting on Zoom, click here for a handy guide.
Browse upcoming live streamed events
Farm On Demand: The Little Prince – Family Dance Workshop
Entertain the little ones at home with Protein’s fun and fast-moving workshop inspired by their award-winning show The Little Prince!
Join performers Faith and Andy as they lead and present twenty minutes of dance and movement exploring the world of the Little Prince. Grown-ups are welcome too as it’s fun for all ages! Find out how the Little Prince spends his days on his tiny planet and how, after journeying across the universe, he eventually meets and befriends the charming Fox.
Age guidance 5 – 11 years and their grown-ups.
Commissioned by Norden Farm in collaboration with The Place.
This is a playful introduction to the world-famous book, The Little Prince, by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, a tale of love and friendship for children and grown-ups alike.
The Little Prince heads to the Norden Farm stage for October Half Term 2021 - find out more and book your tickets here.
After the workshop, download the original costume designs from the show here and colour in the Little Prince and the Fox.
Don't forget to share your photos!
The Little Prince Family Dance Workshop
based on Luca Silvestrini’s The Little Prince
Commissioned by Norden Farm in collaboration with The Place.
Directed by Luca Silvestrini
Led and presented by Dance Artists Andrew Gardiner and Faith Prendergast
Filmed and edited by Alice Underwood
Produced by Caron Loudy
Music composed by Frank Moon
Design by Yann Seabra
Artwork by Snow Creative
Additional footage by Roswitha Chesher
Photos by Jane Hobson and Chris Nash
Protein Team
Artistic Director Luca Silvestrini
Executive Director Franck Bordese
Creative Producer Caron Loudy
Project Coordinator Michael Johnson
Administrator Emma Baker-Griffin
Thank you to Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance and Studio Wayne McGregor for providing studio space.
- 26 Oct FREE
- 27 Oct FREE
- 3 more dates...
Kayleigh's Crafts - On Demand Craft Kits
Purchase your craft kits, collect from the Cafe Bar, then tune into the on demand video to get creative!
Hello Autumn
Decorate your own felt wreath and leaf windchime! Your kit includes everything you'll need to have some Autumn themed fun with stickers, pens and work sheet activities. Don't forget to watch our video to follow along at home!
Mystical Magic
Make and decorate your own wizard/witch hat! Your kit includes everything you'll need to have some magical fun including a scratch art magnet, magic wand and design your own playing card. Don't forget to watch our video to follow along at home!
Simply tune in and get creative at a time that suits you! We'd love to see your photos - you can tag us on social media @nordenfarm!
Suitable for ages 4+ years.
£5 per pack
Packs can be booked by selecting your preferred collection date (Tuesdays 11am - 4pm, Wednesday - Saturdays 11am - 9pm). Collect your pre-booked kit from our Café Bar by showing them your booking confirmation email.
Zumba (Thursdays)
Led by Annet Bowler
Zumba with Annet is a fun, easy to follow, dance based class. Get fit and exercise in disguise to uplifting Latin rhythms!
This 60 minute class feels more than a party that exercise class. It suits all levels of ability and beginners are very welcome.
Zumba is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility.
It can help make you feel happy, healthy, strong, amazing, unstoppable and confident!
Autumn 2021
Thur 2 Sept - 23 Dec
11.30am – 12.30pm
£6 per class
Blended live at Norden Farm and online via Zoom
Suitable for ages 18+ years.
If the tutor is unavailable for a session, a replacement will be provided wherever possible.
Zumba (Saturdays)
Led by Annet Bowler
Zumba with Annet is a fun, easy to follow, dance based class. Get fit and exercise in disguise to uplifting Latin rhythms!
This 60 minute class feels more than a party that exercise class. It suits all levels of ability and beginners are very welcome.
Zumba is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility.
It can help make you feel happy, healthy, strong, amazing, unstoppable and confident!
Autumn 2021
Sat 4 - 18 Dec (exc 6 and 20 Nov)
11.30am – 12.30pm
£6 per class
Blended class taking place at Norden Farm and online via Zoom
Suitable for ages 18+ years.
Zen Drawing (online)
Led by Amanda Schenk
Amanda Schenk is the visual artist behind Norden Farm's much-loved (and Instagrammed) glass corridor artwork in the school holidays. Join Amanda for this new drawing course, aimed at helping to create a sense of calm and relaxation through drawing patterns.
Suitable for all abilities, the workshops will focus on building confidence in your drawing abilities - concentrating on the soothing journey of the drawing experience, rather than the finished drawing.
In each session you'll explore how to produce different types of patterns in abstract drawings - looking at different designs each week.
You will need: paper (plain, no smaller than A5), lead pencil, eraser, sharpener, black fine liner or a pen. Optional is a black marker.
Tues 7 Sept – 5 Oct, Tues 12 Oct – 16 Nov (exc 26 Oct), Tues 23 Nov – 14 Dec
11am - 12.15pm (online only)
£8 per class | £28 per 4 week course | £35 per 5 week course
Suitable for ages 18+ years
Booking cut off time: 9am on the day of each session
Twilight Zen Drawing (online)
Led by Amanda Schenk
Amanda Schenk is the visual artist behind Norden Farm's much-loved (and Instagrammed) glass corridor artwork in the school holidays. Join Amanda for this new drawing course, aimed at helping to create a sense of calm and relaxation through drawing patterns.
Suitable for all abilities, the workshops will focus on building confidence in your drawing abilities - concentrating on the soothing journey of the drawing experience, rather than the finished drawing.
In each session you'll explore how to produce different types of patterns in abstract drawings - looking at different designs each week.
You will need: paper (plain, no smaller than A5), lead pencil, eraser, sharpener, black fine liner or a pen. Optional is a black marker.
Tues 7 Sept – 5 Oct, Tues 12 Oct – 16 Nov (exc 26 Oct), Tues 23 Nov – 14 Dec
7.30pm - 8.45pm
£8 per class | £28 per 4 week course | £35 per 5 week course
Suitable for ages 18+ years
Booking cut off time: 7pm on the day of each session
Pilates - Intermediate
Led by Zoe Brennan.
Suitable for people with some Pilates experience or those who are looking for a slightly more challenging class. Still covering alignment, breathing and centering but with more focus on strengthening and toning your body. At the end of the class we will take a few moments to relax and unwind.
You will need your own mat.
Wed 8 Sept - 6 Oct, Wed 13 Oct - 17 Nov, Wed 24 Nov- 22 Dec
12.30pm – 1.30pm
£12 per class | £60 per 6 week course | £50 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 12pm on the day of each session
If you are taking part online, you will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email
Suitable for ages 18+ years.
Pilates - Beginners
Led by Zoe Brennan.
Suitable for anyone new to Pilates or wishing to improve their flexibility, co-ordination, posture, balance, breathing and focus on stabilising the core. At the end of the class we will take a few moments to relax and unwind.
All abilities are welcome.
You will need your own mat.
Wed 8 Sept - 6 Oct, Wed 13 Oct - 17 Nov, Wed 24 Nov- 22 Dec
2pm – 3pm
£12 per class | £60 per 6 week course | £50 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 12pm on the day of each session
Suitable for 18+ years.
If you are taking part online, you will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email
Acoustic Guitar - Absolute Beginners
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Wed 1 Sept - 29 Sept, Wed 6 Oct - 10 Nov (exc 27 Oct), Wed 17 Nov - 15 Dec
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on the first day of each course
This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.
You will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 3 Nov
- 10 Nov
- 5 more dates...
Crochet and Rosé
Led by Sophie Keaveney
Do you like to crochet or knit? Join us for a relaxed and creative get together over a drink of your choice.
Suitable for those with experience of crochet / knitting.
Please bring your own project along. Some spare needles and wool will be available.
This session will take place both in person and online via Zoom
Wed 6 Oct, 3 Nov, 8 Dec
7pm – 8.30pm
£6 including a drink from the bar | £3 online
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners (Wed)
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Wed 1 Sept - 29 Sept, Wed 6 Oct - 10 Nov (exc 27 Oct), Wed 17 Nov - 15 Dec
8.30pm – 9.30pm
£40 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on the first day of each course
This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.
You will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 3 Nov
- 10 Nov
- 5 more dates...
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners (Thursdays)
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Thur 2 Sept - 30 Sept, Thur 7 Oct - 11 Nov (exc 28 Oct), Thur 18 Nov - 16 Dec
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on the first day of each course
This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.
Suitable for ages 18+ years.
- 4 Nov
- 11 Nov
- 5 more dates...
Acoustic Guitar - Intermediate
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Thur 2 Sept - 30 Sept, Thur 7 Oct - 11 Nov (exc 28 Oct), Thur 18 Nov - 16 Dec
8.30pm - 9.30pm
£40 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on the first day of each course.
This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 4 Nov
- 11 Nov
- 5 more dates...
Creative Arts Social Club (online)
Led by professional artists Amelia Pimlott and Caroline Crawford.
Our sociable group for over 65s who want to make art, but just aren’t doing it right now - goes online!
Professional artist Amelia Pimlott leads this creative community with visual artist Caroline Crawford. Explore your arty side, grow in creative confidence, and meet new people!
5-week blocks run via Zoom with additional ideas for activities to do during the week.
Mon 16 Aug - Mon 13 Sept, Mon 27 Sept - Mon 25 Oct, Mon 8 Nov - Mon 6 Dec
10.30am – 12.30pm
£75 per 5 week term + materials (list below)
Mon 16 Aug - Mon 13 Sept: Loose painting style
Led by Caroline Crawford
We look at loose painting style, with a selection of subjects starting with a fun fashion figure painting project in inks. We will cover varied subjects including the still life, landscapes and a botanical study and explore techniques including colour blending and application and mixed media.
Mon 27 Sept - Mon 25 Oct: Indian Sculpture
Led by Amelia Pimlott
Using air drying clay, we will model figures, faces, animals and decorative elements inspired by Indian Sculpture both in relief and 3 dimensional form.
Mon 8 Nov - Mon 6 Dec: Texture
Led by Caroline Crawford
With a focus on texture we will explore different aspects of drawing and painting including proportion, one point perspective, watercolour and mixed media. Subjects will include animal portraits, a Robin study and a sunrise.
- 8 Nov
- 15 Nov
- 3 more dates...
Zen Drawing with Colour (online)
Led by Amanda Schenk
Amanda Schenk is the visual artist behind Norden Farm's much-loved (and Instagrammed) glass corridor artwork in the school holidays. Join Amanda for this new drawing course, aimed at helping to create a sense of calm and relaxation through drawing patterns and exploring colour.
Suitable for all abilities, the workshops will focus on building confidence in your art making abilities - concentrating on the soothing journey of the drawing and playing with colour.
In each session explore drawing abstract patterns and the different ways you can enhance your designs using colour pencils and bright watercolours.
You will need: Paper, lead pencil, eraser, sharpener, black fine liner, colour pencils or Aquarell colour pencils, optional coloured fine liners.
Mon 6 Sept, 20 Sept, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 8 Nov, 22 Nov and 6 Dec
7.30pm – 8.45pm
£10 per session | £22.50 per 3 week course | £30 per 4 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on the day of the session
Paper Mache Birds (online)
Led by Helen Evens
Create a bird out of paper mache over this 4 week course. Tune in online for these bite size sessions each week to create and develop your own work own work.
Week 1: An introduction to paper mache. Making a cardboard template and using this to develop the over all shape of the bird
Week 2: Covering the structure with paper mache
Week 3: Making the wings and legs and re-covering areas with paper mache
Week 4: Adding colour using magazines
This class will take place live via Zoom.
Fri 19 Nov - 10 Dec
4pm - 5pm
£32 for the 4 week course
You will need:
Scissors
Newspaper
Magazines
Masking tape
Card / cardboard of different thicknesses
PVA glue
Brushes
Green floristry wire or something similar for the legs
Pliers which can also cut wire or wire cutters
Black Acrylic paint
Optional:
Small round or flat nosed pliers
- 19 Nov from £32
- 26 Nov
- 2 more dates...