Active Arts is a Southampton based organisation that facilitates events and workshops through which people of all ages and abilities can explore diverse activities in a stimulating and open environment, inspiring expressive and creative confidence.
Subscribe to our e-mailing list to find out what we have on in the coming months around the Southampton area.
Our events our welcoming and friendly, come on you’re own, or with family and friends, and meet new people from all walks of life.
Community spirit is encouraged through active participation and involvement at our events, with voluntary and paid working opportunities being available within the organisation.
We regularly work with Educational Services and Schools, Corporate and Team Building Events, Youth and Community Groups, Special Needs and Learning Services, Fun Days and Festivals. We are happy to travel and provide all the equipment needed for our activities.
If you would like further information about Active Arts or would like to book us or attend an event please contact us online, e-mail: mail@activeartists.org.uk alternatively call Richard Parker on 02380 554445 / 07769 901615
Upcoming Events:
YOGA & MEDITATION
Every Wednesday 6.15pm - 7.45pm (arrive from 6pm)
Edmund Kell Unitarian Church, Bellevue Road, Southampton SO15 2AY
An Ancient Practice to Benefit a Modern Age.
Yoga is an amazing and deeply nourishing approach, that creates the space within us to feel present and peaceful with whom we are, gives rise to our highest potential and enhances our relationship with the world. It simply relaxes us into life.
This particular practice of yoga is based on a flow of postures, movement and meditation to open, energise and relax. The emphasis is to explore the feeling of movement and stretch within body, in harmony with the natural rhythm of the breath. This blend of feeling, movement and breath (the voice of our movement), deepens our awareness, begins to create ease within the body, and calms the mind in a gradual and personal way.
Awakens, strengthens & tones muscles. Increases flexibility around the joints. Expands our awareness to the natural flow of energy within us. Great for dissolving everyday stress and tension. Enhances your physical and mental wellbeing. Stimulates creative and clear thought. Brings Holistic Health.
This practice of Yoga is a uniquely personal experience, accessible and effective for everyone, regardless of physical ability, experience, religion or race.
Suggestions of £8
For more information about the class & booking please go to www.activeartists.org.uk/65.html or call Richard on 02380 554445 or 07769901615
DRUM CIRCLE Friday 8th January 2010 / 7pm - 10pm (Please arrive from 7pm so we can begin promptly at 7.30pm)
Edmund Kell Unitarian Church, Bellevue Road, Southampton SO15 2AY Drum Circles give us the opportunity to discover and express ourselves joyfully and freely through rhythm and feel the connections we create whilst playing together. It can also be great for releasing stress and tension in a positive way, whist bringing greater focus, clarity and confidence.
During the session we will learn techniques to play the African Drum as part of an ensemble group and develop key musical skills such as rhythmicity and improvisation. We will provide all the instruments needed, however feel free to bring your own. No prior musical experience needed. This session is suitable for all ages and abilities. Family's welcome.
Friday 15th January 2010 / 7pm - 9pm (Please arrive from 7pm so we can begin promptly at 7.30pm)
Edmund Kell Unitarian Church (Upstairs), Bellevue Road, Southampton SO15 2AY
Uplifting Chants to open your heart
Chanting is an ancient, effective and beautiful singing experience that
relaxes, opens our hearts and connects us to a deeper feeling inside of
ourselves. These Meditative and Uplifting Chants are led by Richard
and are supported by simple Harmonium melodies. The chants are easy to pick up and give a wonderful
opportunity to discover the power of your own voice. No previous
singing experience is required.
Saturday 23rd January 2010 / 6pm - 10pm (Please arrive from 5.30pm so we can begin promptly at 6pm) Edmund Kell Unitarian Church, Bellevue Road, Southampton SO15 2AY
***This months session includes improvised movement & dance with Claire Carre visiting from Paris.***
**Also on this occasion, as it is a loner session, please bring food/snacks to share during the break.** BEYOND MUSIC is a form of spontaneous and intuitive ‘in the moment’ group music making, that encourages a sense of play, abundant in possibilities, where one’s unique and natural musical creativity can genuinely be embraced and explored.
Emphasis is placed on mood or texture with melody, harmony or rhythm being improvised at will. By working with simple structures, themes and games to inspire spontaneity & inventiveness, music is instantly created and shared with greater ease and confidence, and openly includes forms such as dance, movement and drama.
Open to everyone, from absolute beginners to seasoned musicians, with easy to play, beautiful sounding instruments provided. You are invited to bring your own instruments to add to the flavour of the music, be they weird or wonderful, a simple shaker or drum or even a violin that you haven't touched in years. Suggestions of £10
ECHOES OF LOST TIBET with Frank Perry - Friday 29th January 2010 / 7pm - 9pm (Please arrive from 7pm so we can begin promptly at 7.30pm) Edmund Kell Unitarian Church (Upstairs), Bellevue Road, Southampton SO15 2AY Relax,
listen and experience the healing sounds of the Singing Bowls with
Tibetan Singing Bowls expert, originator of Spiritual Sound Healing,
and pioneering, innovative, & improvising percussionist Frank
Perry, giving a spontaneously improvised live 'Sound Bath' with over
200 Singing Bowls from Tibet.
Frank
has over 45 years of experience as a musician and has given over 350
improvised sessions on Sacred Sounds since 1970. He remains at the
very cutting edge of these developments worldwide with his Singing Bowl
music considered amongst the very finest in the world.
We
will provide some cushions and mats for the floor space however please
bring your own cushions, floor mats and blankets to suit your
requirements and wear comfortable warm clothing as you may cool down as
you relax. Upright seats are also available if required. Tea &
biscuits will be available before and after the session.
Friday 8th January 2010 / 7pm - 10pm