There are loads of regular things happening weekly and monthly at the Arts Centre. These are mostly organised by whoever runs the session, and you need to book directly with them, or just turn up. Click on anything below for more info, and how to book.
These things do change from time to time so, while we try to keep all this up to date, it’s always good to check with the contact person for the activity for the latest, up-to-date information.
Some things take a break with the school holidays.
Ashburton Iyengar Yoga with Chris Willis
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays .
Multiple classes per week, from gentle beginners to more experienced, plus meditation sessions open to all.
Ashburton Singers (SATB choir) with Bridget Ansell
We meet every Thursday evening from 8pm to 10pm to sing wonderful music, both sacred and secular, including madrigals, part songs, anthems and folksongs. We sing three concert programmes a year, and occasionally we sing for weddings.
Creative Juice with Glen (PAD & Jam)
CREATIVE JUICE is your opportunity to come and get crafty in an informal, fun and inclusive environment on Tuesday evenings from 6pm – 8pm.
Flow Yoga with Ty Lynne
Saturdays 9 - 10.
Nourish and nurture your body mind heart with mindful flowing yoga practices.
Folk Orchestra with David Faulkner
Thursdays 10.30am - 12 noon.
Led by award winning and experienced Community Musician David Faulkner. Make a big band. Make some music. And have some fun!
Jazz Jam Session
The first Monday of each month starting at 7.30pm. Each session will open with a short set from the house band before the jam starts. The house band will feature a different line up each month. Admission is £7 or £5 or £3 (or free if you really need it to be). This goes towards paying the professional musicians in the house band.
Klezmer & East European session
On the second Monday of each month , Basil Bunelik (accordion) and other members of the band Družba are the hosts for this session for instrumentalists who'd like to play music from this rich seam. Listeners and dancers are most welcome too – comfy chairs and sofas, and a bar with real ale, local beers and ciders and interesting non-alcoholic options awaits. Some songs might creep into the repertoire too – something for everyone! Admission free.
Kundalini Yoga with Sarah Gilbert
Kundalini Yoga with Sarah Gilbert of Abbey Studio
Weekly on Sundays, normally 10am – 11am.
Life Drawing with Andrew Stacey
First Saturday of each month 11am – 1pm.
This isn't a taught class, but Andrew Stacey is always on hand to give advice as needed, and to liaise with the model. Bring all of your own materials. A chair and small table are provided.
Majidah Tribal Belly Dance with Pat Langman
Thursdays 6:00 - 7:30.
Indian, Egyptian, Flamenco, and African inspired moves all fused into a delicious dance form. A great way to keep fit and have fun at the same time.
Suitable for all ages, and all genders – no experience necessary.
Not Only But Also The Blues
This is normally on the last Monday of every month at 7.30pm (doors and bar open 7pm). It'll appear in the What's On listing here , and you can book tickets at wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts (+10% fee) or email boxoffice@ashburtonarts.org.uk to reserve and pay on the door.
Skinner Releasing Technique with Lauren Bentley
Fridays 6pm – 8pm .
“Effective poetic imagery kindles instant dances to suprise us. Some tiny…some huge…”
SRT Dance. Touch the essence. Feel the pulse. Embrace the dance.
Vida De Tango, dance class with Fernando
Fernando writes: “We believe that everyone can dance tango, even with two left feet.
“The Argentine tango is a dance created by a connection with a partner and your shared connection with the music. Argentine tango is improvisational, a walk to the beat and while there are very few steps there are infinite ways of sharing those steps.