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Workshops & Courses

Workshops and courses around South Kensington. Learn from our experts, whether it is a new language, illustration, drawing classes, photography or philosophy - these are just some of the new skills you can dive into for adults and children.

Professional Development at the V&A

Online & onsite
Daily: 10am-5:45pm - Friday: 10am–10pm
V&A South Kensington
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Develop the professional skills you need to work in today's museum sector. Led by expert staff, these intensive part-time courses use V&A case studies to provide unique insights into our collections, work and best practice.

Online Learning at Goethe-Institut

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Learn German Online - anywhere, anytime and as part of a group! You will not be learning alone but in a small group of between six and 16 participants. The course will introduce you to the German language on the basis of everyday situations, and you will practice your German skills in various ways.

Institut français: Learn French online

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Have you always wanted to learn French but never had the time? Or felt self-conscious amongst a group of strangers in a classroom? Well now you have no excuses! The Institut français has a dedicated team of native speakers who can teach you one-to-one - or even with a group of friends.

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Tailor-Made German Courses at the Goethe-Institut

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Online & Onsite
Goethe-Institut
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Study German at the Goethe-Institut London with their tailor-made courses. Whether online in their virtual classrooms at your own pace or onsite in South Ken, choose your level from beginner to intermediate to advanced.

Young V&A

Opens 1st July
10am-5:30pm
V&A South Kensington
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Get ready to spark your creativity at Young V&A – the museum where children, young people and families can imagine, play and design. From 1 July 2023, be inspired by spaces, explore our collection and get creative. Right now, keep in touch on social.

Generation Hope

29th April - 3rd May
Various times
Natural History Museum
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This series of events brings together young changemakers, activists and scientists to chat, challenge and come up with ideas about how we’re currently tackling the planetary emergency.

Pop up Performance: Kuchipudi Indian Dance Workshop

15th March– 26th April
11am – 4pm
V&A South Kensington
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Take part in a fun dance workshop for the whole family inspired by the Great Mughal exhibition.

Design Camp: Turn Plastic into Fabric for 8 to 11 year old

7th April & 30th May
10am-4pm
Design Museum
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In this hands-on workshop, children will learn how to transform ordinary plastic bags into fusible fabric, a durable and eco-friendly material that can be used for all kinds of creative projects.

Design Camp: Waterpark Architecture for 11 to 14 year olds

7th April & 27th May
10:15am - 4:15pm
Design Museum
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Inspired by 'Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style' exhibition, young people will delve into the design of leisure pools and create utopian waterparks through discussion, collage, and scale models.

Performance Festival 2025

25th April- 4th May
Various times
V&A South Kensington
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Escape rationality, embrace fiction and question your perspectives with special events including live performances, talks, screenings, tours and workshops – all inspired by the theme of 'illusion'.

Nature Adventurers: Immersive Outdoor Sessions

26th April & 3rd May
10am - 3pm
The Royal Parks
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Come along to our purpose-built learning centre for Nature Adventurers, a series of Saturday activity sessions for 8–12-year-old adventurers and nature lovers.

Chicks & Ducklings Wildlife Drawing

24th April
7-9pm
The Royal Society of Sculptors
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At this downy and delightful class, meet and draw newly hatched ducklings and chicks. We can’t think of a more cracking way to celebrate the arrival of Spring! Miniature models will be lovingly transported from their home at Mudchute Farm by their expert handler. The class is open to all abilities,

Make your own Silver Ring

3rd May
10:30am-4:30pm
V&A South Kensington
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Join this wax carving workshop with Lili Bunten & Nattie Jewellery to create your own design to be made into a silver ring.

DIY Decadent Bodies: Zine-making workshop with E.M. Parry

27th April
10:30am-1pm
V&A South Kensington
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Join artist and theatre designer E.M. Parry for this free zine-making workshop.

Flower Arranging Workshop

17th May
3:30pm
Ismaili Centre
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To celebrate Chelsea Flower Show, the Ismaili Centre London will be hosting a flower arranging workshop on. The registration deadline is 6th May and tickets are £50. Secure your spot by emailing artsandculture@iiuk.org.

London Craft Week x V&A Academy 2025

13th - 20th May
Various times
V&A South Kensington
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From millinery and silversmithing to weaving and puppetry, be inspired by live demonstrations from world class artisans as part of London Craft Week.

Koi Fish Pond Jelly Making

22nd May
5pm-7pm
The Royal Society of Sculptors
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Join Rowena Hume from My Mini Workshops for a very special workshop and create your own Koi fish pond. Share with loved ones or enjoy on your own.

Form and Texture Clay Workshop

3rd May
12pm - 2pm & 2pm - 4pm
The Royal Society of Sculptors
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Have a go at making clay before adding to a communally built sculpture that will grow throughout the day. Tickets start at just £3!