87 Educators providing Courses in Bristol

Vital Pilates

vital pilates

Bristol

We run group matwork classes in Westbury Park, and Chew Valley. Our mat courses run in 10 week blocks continuously throughout the year. We cater for all levels and our classes are taught in small groups. Level 1 This Pilates class is suitable for complete beginners or someone who has only attended a few classes. Level 2 This Pilates class is suitable for someone who has done some Pilates and is looking for a bit more of a challenge. Level 3 This is a faster paced Pilates class aimed at someone who has a lot of Pilates experience and is looking for an even greater challenge. Level 4 This is our most advanced Pilates class and particularly suited to someone with good knowledge of all the original Pilates repertoire and also likes a challenging and flowing class. Barre A barre class combines the framework of ballet techniques with Pilates for increased flexibility and strength. It is a fun, energising class which will give you a full body workout. Barre is accessible to everyone and there’s no need to have any previous movement experience. Vinyasa Flow Yoga Vinyasa means linking body movement to breath ‘to place in a special way’. Every class is linked to one of the 4 elements, Earth, Water, Fire & Air corresponding to opening different parts of the physical body to link body, mind and spirit. Hatha Flow Yoga This is an energising and fluid class with an emphasis on holding poses for longer and synchronising movement with breath. All poses are offered in stages starting from beginners to more advanced levels giving students an opportunity to choose the right one for them. The class will finish with regenerating practices and shavasana/deep relaxation pose. Studio Equipment Classes At our Westbury Park studio and Chew Valley studio we have a more personal experience with studio equipment based Pilates. The exercises and intensity are carefully tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. The exercises are performed on a Reformer, Cadillac and split pedal stability chairs. We also work with smaller pieces of equipment such as balls, bands, foam rollers, and Arc Barrels. The Reformer This is the most popular and versatile piece of Pilates equipment. The carriage glides on rails, moving in response to the use of attached springs, pulleys and ropes. The reformer facilitates hundreds of strengthening and stretching exercises. The Cadillac/Trapeze Table This is a raised horizontal table topped by a four- poster canopy frame on which bars, straps and springs are attached. A wide variety of exercises can be performed on the Cadillac. From gentle, spring assisted movement to advanced acrobatics. The Wunda Chair This is a box with 4 springs and a split pedal. The exercises enhance stability, balance and body control. It focuses on upper and lower body strength and conditioning and makes the chair a great tool for improving general fitness. Open Studio Classes At our Westbury Park studio and Chew Valley studio we run Open Studio classes. Our Open Studio classes are taught as circuits that utilise all the Pilates equipment and small props. Over 5 weeks you are invited to practice a variety of moves on each piece of equipment, including The Reformer, The Cadillac and The Wunda Chair. The emphasis is on repeating the same circuit each week for 5 weeks to build your confidence and improve your practice.

Simon Tozer

simon tozer

Bristol

Screen printing is a traditional print process that uses stencils to build up an image. The stencil is attached to a screen - a finely woven mesh attached to a frame. The image is printed by drawing a squeegee at pressure across the screen, pushing ink through the mesh onto paper in those areas not covered by the stencil. There are different ways of making stencils for screen print; the most basic are papercuts, but a more sophisticated technique uses a photostencil: the screen is coated with a light sensitive emulsion and the artwork is exposed onto it. This process allows greater detail than paper stencils, and enables photographic images and text to be used. For each colour to be printed, a separate piece of artwork needs to be created. About the studio and equipment My studio is part of Centrespace Co-operative, a block of 31 workshops and studios that also manage the adjoining Centrespace Gallery. Centrespace, formerly known as Bristol Craft Centre, took over the building, a former print works in 1977. My own studio is a light and airy space of two rooms with an additional wet room for washing out screens. One room houses the print equipment and one is for design and drawing work. The print room uses a self built exposure unit, and includes three printing stations (one tabletop setup and two vacuum beds), and marble racks for drying prints. The drawing room includes desk space for three people and a large lightbox. About the tutor Simon studied painting at Portsmouth Polytechnic and printmaking at Chelsea College of Art, where he received the British Instuition Fund for Printmaking Award. He worked in London for over a decade as a scenic painter and muralist before moving to Bristol in 2002. He holds a PGCE in Post-compulsory Education and has been teaching screen printing to all ages and abilities for over a decade. He exhibits his work regularly. To see some of his prints go to simontozer.co.uk

Bath Aqua Glass

bath aqua glass

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Somerset

Bath Aqua Glass is proud to be an independent glass production company specialising in beautiful lead-free handmade fused glass jewellery, unique gifts and glassware decorations, tableware and art glass, and custom stained glass commissions. You can watch us at work in the studio and we have a range of activities (like Bauble Blowing which kids love), Bauble Making and Stained Glass Making courses. We also run Hen Party craft activities and have a lovely Wedding glassware collection. We are based in Southwest England in the historic and beautiful city of Bath. Occupying two central locations, our "Theatre of Glass" Studio & Factory Shop is in the artisan quarter of Walcot Street and the sister shop is situated next to the Ancient Roman Baths and the awe-inspiring Bath Abbey. Our online shop has an abundance of wonderful treasures on offer, including handmade glass vases, glass bowls and ornaments in a wide range of colours and designs. Our signature colour is aqua blue, reminiscent of the healing aqua waters synonymous with Bath. Our shops are some of the most interesting Bath shopping experiences and you can watch us work at the studio. We employ traditional methods to make our beautiful glass products and do not use moulds to create our glassware produce. This means that our glassware is unique and more personal from craft to gift. We also offer glass engraving allowing for bespoke messages on glass baubles, wine glasses and a range of our custom made glassware. Handmade stained glass windows, door panels, sun-catchers, lampshades and many more items can be commissioned through our stained glass studio, where we also undertake many restoration projects. Our stained glass artists are extremely experienced in producing high-quality glass designs, influenced by all eras of glassmaking. For full details please visit our stained glass section. Glass trophies and corporate giftware can be made to order as single pieces or for repeat events. Custom glass pieces may be commissioned with your logo or business colours into the design where possible. Please contact us to discuss your full requirements and to request a no-obligation quote. Memorial keepsakes. Our exclusive collection of Cremation Ashes into glassware creates a touching sentimental memorial to those now passed. We have over 20 years of experience at lovingly putting ashes into Bath Aqua Glass and have a range of unique designs to choose from, with engraving options, helping you to create an even more personal treasured piece. To view our range and examples of past work please visit our dedicated Ashes into Bath Aqua Glass website. It includes details for ordering and you can request a free order pack. We also offer 10% off for Forces with a Military Discount Card. In addition, we also lovingly encapsulate beloved pet ashes into beautiful glass memorial keepsakes. ► Follow, share and engage with us on social media: Click here for our Facebook page ► Pin beautiful gift ideas for later: Click here for our colourful and popular Pinterest site ► See our master glassblowers in action: Click here for our YouTube channel