There are many activities regularly taking place in the centre, a mix of classes run by tutors who hire our spaces, so please use the contact information to contact them directly for any queries or to book, and Studio Sessions run by us.
Some classes only run during term time or have specific start dates, so please make sure you check the calendar or with the tutor before turning up.
You can filter the classes below by the type of class or scroll through the events calendar to see what is running on the days you are free.
Bollyjoy
Saturday Bollyjoy Bollywood Dance Classes with Ash Mukherjee is a weekly invigorating dance gathering that is designed to get you out of your head and into your body.
Drop-in group: The Rabbit Hole
Wednesday Ann Small is running a group drop-in event for those interested in any form of sewing, crochet and mixed media. Beginners and experienced all welcome.
History Sessions: The History of Whitstable
Friday Want to know more about the history of Whitstable? Join an expert local historian in this 6-week course to find out a lot more about our amazing town.
History Sessions: The Whitstable Murder Club
Tuesday Fascinated by true crime? Want to play detective? Join an expert local historian in this 6-week course to examine six historic murders and decide whether the prime suspect was innocent or guilty.
History Sessions: The Whitstable Murder Club (SOLD OUT)
Thursday Fascinated by true crime? Want to play detective? Join an expert local historian in this 6-week course to examine six historic murders and decide whether the prime suspect was innocent or guilty.
Joanna movement matters- mat based Pilates
Tuesday, Thursday Mat based Pilates classes focusing on functional anatomy and structured not only to give you exceptional Pilates experience, but also to teach you about your body and its natural movements.
Music Sessions: 10 Week Jazz course with Richard Rozze SOLD OUT
Thursday A fantastic opportunity to broaden your musical knowledge, meet like minded musicians and learn a variety of jazz styles. Focusing on all areas of performance and improvisation.
Philosophy and Modern Life: Why Does Philosophy Matter? With Dr Greg Artus
Wednesday What is philosophy? In this welcoming weekly course, Greg Artus shows you how to think philosophically about real-world problems.
Pilates with Alison
Wednesday Practice pilates regularly and your body will become stronger, toned and more flexible. Suitable for people of all ages and levels of fitness. Small class sizes - maximum 12 participants.
SHIFT with Lara and Jodi
Wednesday Weekly barre fitness classes combining elements of ballet, Pilates and yoga to create a vibrant workout.
Sip and Paint with Art Unscrewed: Picasso Portrait (make it your own)
Thursday Step by step follow the instructor to a finished painting on canvas to be proud of. Personalise your portrait.
Sip and Paint with Art Unscrewed: Starry Night over the Neptune
Wednesday Easy step by step paintalong - includes wine, beer or soft drink.
Studio Sessions: A Detailed Portrait of a Dog with Simon Postgate
Saturday Simon guides you through the processes involved in producing a portrait of a dog.
Studio Sessions: A Detailed Portrait of a Face with Simon Postgate MA
Saturday Simon guides you through the processes involved in producing a large close-focus drawing of the face.
Studio Sessions: A Detailed Portrait of a Horse with Simon Postgate
Saturday Simon guides you through the processes involved in producing a large close-focus drawing of a horse.
Studio Sessions: Abstract Pebbles with Kim O'Neil
Saturday This gentle, meditative session explores the quiet beauty of pebble forms through colour, layering, and simple composition.
Studio Sessions: Coastal Journal with Ilse Mikula
Monday Celebrate the colours and renewal of spring while exploring the rich coastal life of Whitstable’s shoreline, from delicate flora to diverse fauna.
Studio Sessions: Collage & Abstract Painting with Kim O'Neil
Saturday Collage & Abstract Painting: A One‑Day Creative Fusion Workshop. Spend a full, expressive day exploring the vibrant meeting point between collage and abstract painting.
Studio Sessions: Creative Collage one day workshop with Anne Davison (SOLD OUT)
Friday Join Faversham artist Anne Davison for a high-energy, hands-on workshop where we’re ditching the rulebook and diving headfirst into the art of collage.
Studio Sessions: Figure making workshop with Steve Postgate
Thursday Enjoy a creative couple of hours making a clay figure or figures of your choice with the gentle demonstration and advice of experienced sculptor Steve Postgate.
Studio Sessions: Lino Print Reduction Course with Rochelle Bloom
Sunday Learn the art of reduction lino cutting is a relief printing technique which involves cutting and printing several layers of colour from the same block of lino in order to build up an image.
Studio Sessions: Monthly Oils Club
Friday After the success of Gaven's recent 4 week oil painting landscape course, he will now be holding a monthly oil painting club.
Studio Sessions: Monthly Print Club
Tuesday Print Club is a social, sharing, learning group, set up to offer a studio space where people with some experience of the process can come to experiment and produce their own prints.
Studio Sessions: Saturday Sewing Club
Saturday Suitable for adults wishing to gain confidence with sewing clothes, home items etc. Beginners welcome.
Studio Sessions: Still life oil painting with Gaven Alexander
Friday Learn the fundamentals of still life painting using oils, setting up your composition, capturing light and glazing to create depth.
Studio Sessions: The Art of Colour with Kim O'Neil
Thursday A 10-Week Acrylic Paint Colour Mixing Course for Every Skill Level. Dive into the vibrant world of pigments and learn fundamental colour theory and techniques to create captivating hues.
TDA: Adult Musical Theatre Fitness
Thursday Get moving, have fun and dance to some of your favourite musical theatre tunes! A fun, energetic class combining fitness and choreography, with a new routine to learn each week in a friendly and supportive environment.
Ten Week Creative Writing Course
Wednesday, Thursday This ten-week programme is designed for emerging writers ready to explore their voice, refine their craft, and engage meaningfully with the written word.
The Rehearsal Rooms
Wednesday The Rehearsal Rooms is a small, focused acting group based at the Horsebridge Arts Centre in Whitstable, Kent. The group is deliberately small (around six people) to keep the work focused and the accountability real.
