Ballet for Adults I (Beginners) Go beyond the mere execution of steps and discover the understanding of ballet, its history and development of certain movements and traditions. Learn the basic principles of ballet, with an emphasis on safety and understanding of alignment and the biomechanics involved in executing particular ballet movements. Ballet for Adults II (Intermediate) This course builds upon the Ballet for Adults I (Beginners) course. A wider vocabulary of barre work, and centre work will be introduced. Participants are expected to have some level of understanding of safe turnout and foot control. The emphasis on safety and understanding …

This eight-week programme introduces practical techniques to build awareness, resilience and overall well-being. Through mindfulness practices such as meditation, gentle movement and group sharing, you will learn to manage stress and daily challenges with greater calm and clarity. Over the duration of the course, you will take on weekly sessions and a retreat, experiencing a structured way to cultivate mindfulness skills that improve focus, creativity and relationships. Open to individuals from all backgrounds, this course provides a supportive environment for personal growth and self-awareness.

This course on fashion styling is designed for working professionals and individuals interested in enhancing their employability and career prospects in areas such as fashion retailing, visual merchandising, buying, content creation, advertising, branding, public relations and event organisation. You will learn the fundamentals of fashion imaging—covering fabric, design, tailoring, fit, proportion, colour schematics, and trend analysis—supported by an introduction to fashion history and styling. You will also learn trend reporting, how to analyse top fashion collections and train in the latest styling techniques for online and print media and personal branding. Through weekly assignments and consultations, you will be guided …

Expand your oil painting skills and explore captivating portraiture techniques. Learners will have the opportunity to immerse in a rich tapestry of techniques and diverse approaches aimed at elevating the ability to capture the human form with depth and nuance. Whether you are a novice eager to explore the intricate art of portraiture or a seasoned artist seeking to enhance your skills, this course offers a supportive and inspiring environment for growth. The prerequisite for Level II is the completion of the previous level or prior experience. Applicants who have had prior experience in portraiture drawing and/or oil painting are …

Take your ceramics to the next level with our three-week raku exploration. This course delves into the exciting world of raku firing, creating stunning pieces with unpredictable, smoky beauty. Prior clay-building experience required. Master glazes, reduction techniques, and witness first-hand the magic of handmade raku-fired treasures.

This course is designed to deepen your understanding of truthful performance, focusing on authenticity, presence and genuine human connection. You will be guided beyond surface-level technique to explore how truthful acting emerges through listening, impulse and moment-to-moment response. Through structured exercises, improvisation, text work and scene exploration, you will develop greater emotional confidence and clarity of intention in making bold yet grounded choices. Key areas include active listening, reacting honestly, vocal nuance, physical awareness and connecting inner impulses to outward expression. Creativity is a central pillar of this course. You are encouraged to experiment and take creative risks while developing …

This course is designed for individuals aged 18 and above who want to develop confidence, presence, creativity and adaptability in both performance and everyday communication skills. Students will be equipped with essential techniques to express themselves with clarity, authenticity and impact. Through practical exercises and scene work, participants will explore key acting principles, including presence, active listening and verbal and non-verbal communication. Using different methods drawn from Stanislavski, improvisation and voice training, students will learn how to connect with others, think on their feet, and engage an audience or listeners—whether on stage, in a meeting or in everyday conversation. The …

Urban sketching is all about drawing on location, whether indoors or out, and capturing scenes from direct observation. Sketching outdoors can be challenging, requiring adaptation to environmental and weather conditions. This course is an introduction to the basics of urban sketching with watercolours, helping you to embrace the joy and spontaneity of creating art outdoors. Learn essential techniques, overcome challenges and experience the joy of painting on location. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

This course uses the creative and expressive aspects of body movement and dance to support emotional transformation and integration. Participants will explore new movement patterns for growth and well-being through a mix of taught movement exercises, bodywork, guided improvisation and movement exploration, as well as pair and group activity. A background in dance is not required. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.

  From generating visual concepts to illustrating designs on paper, take your jewellery idea to the next level with this course. Learn basic jewellery sketching and drawing techniques using colour pencils and artist gouache to illustrate gold, silver, diamonds and gemstones. The prerequisite for Level II is the completion of the previous level or prior experience. Applicants who wish to join Level II and have prior experience in jewellery illustration are required to submit artworks for the trainer’s review. Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.  

This foundational course explores the historical evolution and cultural significance of Chinese calligraphy, tracing its origins from ancient China to its modern influence on artistic expression. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how this revered art form developed through different dynasties, studying iconic calligraphers such as Wang Xizhi and Zhang Xu and their contributions to various script styles. Hands-on sessions will introduce the Four Treasures of the Study—brush, ink, inkstone and rice paper—allowing students to practice fundamental brush techniques and master different script styles, including Seal Script (篆书), Clerical Script (隶书), Regular Script (楷书), Running Script (行 书) and …

This course acquaints learners with the artistic language and conventions employed by Italian Renaissance artists, especially in the realm of painting. Learners will discover the context and knowledge required to understand the time-specific allegories, visual puns, signs and symbols of an Italian Renaissance painting, enhancing their intellectual and visual experience of the art. Rather than taking a chronological approach, this course will focus on specific themes and genres to discuss and illustrate the “secret” language used by Renaissance artists such as Botticelli, Fra Angelico, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo and Titian. There will also be a session where claims in …