Free Taster Courses

Money Management

Wed 21 May 2025, 13:00 - 15:00

This session will look at managing personal finances and build confidence and competence in managing money and making financial decisions. The session also provides practical guidance on budgeting, helping participants develop sustainable habits to manage their finances better.
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Creative Writing at the Irish Cultural Centre

Mon 02 Jun 2025, 13:00 - 15:00

This one is 4th in the series of Creative Writing courses delivered at the ICC, intended for the Centre users and the wider H&F community. It will take place at the Centre.
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Middle Eastern Vegan Cooking

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 10:00 - 11:00

Unleash your inner chef at this Middle Eastern cooking taster. Learn authentic vegan recipes and techniques for a flavourful feast.
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Middle Eastern Cooking - Vegetarian

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 11:00 - 12:00

Unleash your inner chef at this Middle Eastern cooking taster. Learn authentic vegetarian recipes and techniques for a flavourful feast.
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Spanish Intermediate Conversation

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 13:00 - 14:00

A taster for those wishing to communicate in a variety of situations with Spanish speakers. You should already have studied Spanish for at least 1 year.
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Introduction to Creative Writing

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 14:00 - 15:00

The art of writing in a way that expresses thoughts, feelings, and experiences imaginatively. This taster is a great opportunity to discover your passion and talent for it!
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Spanish Advanced Conversation

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 14:00 - 15:00

This is the perfect taster for anyone with an upper intermediate level of Spanish, who would like to improve their language skills and knowledge of Spain and the language. through speaking.
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Introduction to Photography

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 11:00 - 12:00

The taster will give you an overview of technical skills to confidently explore the potential of a digital camera, including the core elements of aperture, shutter speed and ISO.
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Introduction to Photography

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 13:00

On this course you will gain the valuable technical skills to confidently explore the potential of a digital camera, including the core elements of aperture, shutter speed and ISO.
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Introduction to History of Art

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 11:00 - 12:00

This taster will give you the opportunity to understand art's role in society, how art evolves and the change in materials and methods over time.
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Singing Workshop

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 13:30

Experience the joy of singing with others through exploring a structured warm up and song learning that will include: Exercises to explore breath support and vocal agility Creating simple harmonies using rounds Learning, by ear, one or two songs in two or three-parts
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Introduction to Community Interpreting

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 13:00 - 14:00

Community Interpreting facilitates communication between individuals who speak different languages, particularly in public services like healthcare, law, education, and social services. This is a great opportunity to learn more.
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Chair Aerobics for Beginners

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 10:00 - 11:00

This taster will show you how gentle, chair-based exercises are great for improving your posture and balance and are also suitable for people with reduced mobility.
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Introduction to French

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 10:00 - 11:00

This taster session offers a "flavour" of French, introducing you to basic greetings and phrases, making it a fun and easy way to get a feel for the language. You'll learn the basics needed to start communicating effectively, building confidence and preparing for a more in-depth course if desired. The session is designed to be enjoyable and interactive, encouraging you to actively participate in the learning process. .
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Italian Intermediate Conversation

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 10:00 - 11:00

On this intermediate Italian Conversation course you will learn to communicate on a range of topics relating to society and travelling around the country, communicating with locals.
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Introduction to Spanish

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 11:00 - 12:00

This taster session offers a "flavour" of Spanish, introducing you to basic greetings and phrases, making it a fun and easy way to get a feel for the language. You'll learn the basics needed to start communicating effectively, building confidence and preparing for a more in-depth course if desired. The session is designed to be enjoyable and interactive, encouraging you to actively participate in the learning process.
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Travel around Italy - Language taster

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 11:00 - 12:00

On this taster you will learn basic Italian to be able to communicate in a range of settings & on familiar topics whilst on holiday such as making friends, asking for directions, booking restaurants, ordering something to eat.
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Introduction to Arabic

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 13:00

This taster session offers a "flavour" of Arabic, introducing you to basic greetings and phrases, making it a fun and easy way to get a feel for the language. You'll learn the basics needed to start communicating effectively, building confidence and preparing for a more in-depth course if desired. The session is designed to be enjoyable and interactive, encouraging you to actively participate in the learning process.
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Introduction to Counselling

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 13:00

You will be introduced to the nature of counselling and learn and practice active listening skills such as reflecting, paraphrasing, summarising, and giving feedback.
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Introduction to Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI)

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 13:00

A great opportunity to find out more about interpreting for public services, techniques, standards and cultural awareness. All valuable skills when aiming for an interpreting career.
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Introduction to German

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 13:00

This taster session offers a "flavour" of German, introducing you to basic greetings and phrases, making it a fun and easy way to get a feel for the language. You'll learn the basics needed to start communicating effectively, building confidence and preparing for a more in-depth course if desired. The session is designed to be enjoyable and interactive, encouraging you to actively participate in the learning process.
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Strong & Learn - Fitness taster

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:30 - 13:30

This taster aims to enhance strength and reduce waste. You will learn how to use various exercises and training methods to build muscle and improve body composition.
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Gentle Keep Fit

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 13:30 - 14:30

This taster is designed for learners who want to stay flexible and improve their strength and balance to reduce their risk of falls. You will be able to try your hand at a variety of exercises to help you progress.
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Introduction to Italian

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 10:00 - 11:00

This taster session offers a "flavour" of Italian, introducing you to basic greetings and phrases, making it a fun and easy way to get a feel for the language. You'll learn the basics needed to start communicating effectively, building confidence and preparing for a more in-depth course if desired. The session is designed to be enjoyable and interactive, encouraging you to actively participate in the learning process. .
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Introduction to Chinese Mandarin

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 11:00 - 12:00

This taster session offers a "flavour" of Chinese, introducing you to basic greetings and phrases, making it a fun and easy way to get a feel for the language. You'll learn the basics needed to start communicating effectively, building confidence and preparing for a more in-depth course if desired. The session is designed to be enjoyable and interactive, encouraging you to actively participate in the learning process. .
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Jewellery

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 11:00 - 12:00

Discover the art of crafting earrings, learn how to make a pair of earrings or a wire wrapped ring. with plenty of guidance from a local and passionate teacher.
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Family Spanish-my first 30 words

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 14:00 - 15:00

A fun family session for parents/carers and their children to introduce them to the Spanish language. Learn the vocabulary you need for colours, shapes, numbers and some basic food like milk, carrots, tomato, beans, ice cream. Ideally minimum age 5 years, but not a problem if you bring younger siblings. Please note: you will need to remain with your child(ren) at all times during this session.
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Family Cookery: Baking Banana Bread

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 15:00

A fun family session baking banana bread together. Parents and carers will be responsible at all times during the session and clothing should be appropriate. Please be aware that we work in a shared space so please declare in advance any relevant food related allergies, and, if possible, please bring a container to take your food home.
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Working with a Sewing machine

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 10:00 - 11:00

This taster will walk you through the basics of using your new machine and get you sewing in no time!
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Creating a zip - Sewing

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 11:30 - 12:30

Creating a zip (or zipper) in a garment involves installing it into the fabric to allow it to open and close. The process can vary slightly depending on the type of zipper (e.g., regular, invisible, or exposed), and this taster will show you how.
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Family Learning Jewellery

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 13:00

A great opportunity for parents and children to learn together, fostering creativity and bonding through hands-on crafting.
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Jewellery Beading

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 12:00 - 13:00

Jewellery making is an ancient practice that has evolved over the centuries, and beading has been a popular technique used in jewellery making for centuries. This is a great taster to get you started on the technique.
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Stained Glass

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 13:00 - 15:00

An introduction to a range of skills will be taught including: designing cartooning, glass cutting, leading, and soldering. It will also be to possible to explore kiln-fired glass painting techniques, sand blasting and glass fusing.
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British Sign Language for Beginners

Sat 12 Jul 2025, 13:00 - 14:00

This taster is designed for those who want to learn basic language skills to communicate simple conversations with deaf people for personal development, employment opportunities or simply out of interest for the language.
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