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Adult Classes

All IAF adult classes are run by the tutors so please contact them directly for info on booking and availability

Pottery with Kayley Holderness

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Weekly Intermediate Level Classes
Tuesday 6 - 9pm + Thursday 1 - 3.30pm + 6 - 9pm 
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£30/ 2.5 hours + clay
These two-and-a-half-hour workshops are suitable for people at an intermediate level with experience of basic making and decorating techniques. Attendees must be able to work independently a tutor on hand to offer help and technical advice. Booking is flexible on a weekly basis - a booking invitation will be issued on Sunday morning by email to open reservations for the workshops in the week ahead.
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For Beginner courses click here
​www.kayleyholderness.com

Bi - Weekly Rio Carnival Samba Dance Classes

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Kick start your week and get fit the Brazilian way with our lovely Saji . Learn the basics, foundation and the roots of Samba dance and rhythms. You will learn the individual moves and rhythms which will then be combined into an easy to learn choreography full of love, hope and happiness!
​Build your confidence, feel empowered and indulge in joy !
Class Schedule 2023:
9 January 
23 January 
6 February 
20 February 
6 March 
20 March 
3 April 
17 April 
 www.sajidance.com
 saji-dance@outlook.com
£10/class drop-in

DS Adult Contemporary

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Tai Chi with John Keogh

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Open
Tuesday 8 - 9.30pm
£10
To book: taichikeogh@gmail.com or 07947 86 32 33
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The Lam style Tai Chi Form is a flowing sequence of movements lasting from 7 to 8 minutes. During each class we will learn 10 to 12 moves. This Form is non competitive and everyone is encouraged to learn at their own pace.

Tai Chi improves posture, coordination, balance and the flow of energy throughout the body. Tai Chi develops stamina, strength and suppleness, relieving tense muscles and stiff joints. The gentle movements make this practice an ideal form of stress free exercise for everyone regardless of age. It is a very effective and enjoyable kind of moving meditation, practised in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
John Keogh is a founder member of the Lam Tai Chi Association. 

Ballet with Ballet for You Beginner-General Ballet

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For those who have all the material from Beginners 3 competently under their belt including single pirouettes en dehors, quicker allegro and enough strength to rise and releve' continuously on one leg without the barre. This course focuses less on technique and more on polishing your movements to help you gain confidence and dance your enchainements more fluidly.
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 7.00-8.00pm
Place: Islington Arts Factory, 2 Parkhurst Road, London, N7 0SF
Dates: 10th January - 28th March 2023
(11 lessons; no class 14th Feb)
Cost: £175
Teacher: Louise Blair

Untutored Life Drawing Sessions

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Life Drawing Drop in Sessions
​Wednesday 6.30-9pm
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Open/Untutored
£10
Register of Artist Models
islingtonlifedrawing@gmail.com
​Book here
Just drop in and draw!
Easels and boards are provided.
Paper is available to buy.
There is a different model every week, and sometimes two! There will be a variety of short poses as well as longer ones.

Fusion Bellydance Classes with Rachael Redfern

Wednesdays 7pm-8.30pm - Int / Adv L2-3
Technique, Combinations and Choreography
8.30-9pm Add-On: Performance Skills & Expression Development (optional performance opportunities!)
7 week course: 
4th Jan - 15th Feb
£95 / or £140 plus add-on course

Thursdays 6.30pm-8.00pm - Open Level L1-2
Technique, Combinations and Choreography
7 week course: 
5th Jan - 16th Feb
£95


Fusion bellydance is characterised by precise muscular isolations, strong posture, and embodied, body-positive self-expression. Classes cover posture and carriage, fundamental movements, isolations, turns, spins and travelling steps alongside stylisation, presentation, and the correct muscular actions required of strong technique whether sharp locks or serpentine slink.

Every block is designed to foster growth with the review and introduction of new movements each week to allow for progression and refinement of technique. Each class culminates in a perfectly formed slice of routine that over the weeks forms a short dance piece.

​These classes are recommended for those in their first couple years of training in fusion regardless of prior bellydance background, as well as more experienced dancers looking to deeply refine technique and expression. 

Please note there are no refunds or possibility to postpone classes unless cancelled. Spaces are limited so early booking recommended to secure your place. All and anyone welcome! 


All you need to bring along is a bottle of water and whatever you feel comfortable to move in. Dancing barefoot is the norm for this style but please feel free to bring soft ballet slippers/dance shoes if you prefer.

Have to miss any classes during the block? No problem, you can make up for it with access to an online class recording. Just get in touch!

Taxidermy Classes with Made from the Dead 

Ever wondered how to preserve a beautiful animal? Or just plain curious about the morbid, the memorial or immortal? These taxidermy courses are great for beginners or more advanced students. You will learn all the stages of taxidermy through working with a range of mammals and birds and you will leave the session with a completed piece of taxidermy.
Tutor Tonja Grung
contact@madefromthedead.com

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Friday 10am–6pm
Saturday 12–5:30pm
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020 7607 0561
info@islingtonartsfactory.org​​
  • Home
  • Who We Are
  • Get in Touch
  • Adults
  • Children
    • Children's Art & Clay Classes
    • Children's Dance Classes
    • Dance Stables Youth Company
  • Studio Hire
    • Art Space
    • Dance studios
    • Music rooms
    • The Acoustic Room
  • Exhibitions
    • Archive
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