Community Classes

Number 8 plays host to a number of local organisations who use our space for their arts and leisure activities throughout the year. For up-to-date information please contact course tutors directly. You can download a PDF version of the current timetable here.

Pilates
https://www.101pilates.co.uk/
Pilates is a great way to improve posture, reduce back pain and increase wellbeing. Classes run on Monday mornings, 10.30am – 11.20am and Tuesday evenings, 6.00pm – 6.50pm and are suitable for all levels. Beginners and intermediate options are offered throughout so you can work at your own pace and build flexibility, strength, balance and co-ordination in a friendly supportive environment. For more information contact Rachel Garwood-Gowers on 07718 688506.

Swan Youth Theatre
https://worcestertheatres.co.uk/get-involved/swan-youth-theatre
The popular Swan Youth Theatre is now running at Number 8. Pershore Swan Youth Theatre is a lively, creative environment helping children and young people build confidence and learn skills that will last a life time. Sessions, which run on a Monday evening, are split into three age groups; Juniors (5-8), Intermediates (9-12) and seniors (13-17). For more information contact Sarah Czyrko on 01905 611427 or visit the website.

Art Class
https://daweartandtuition.com/
The watercolour and acrylics class meets on Tuesdays from 10.30am until 12.30pm. The class has been running at Number 8 for a number of years with three different tutors. The current tutor took over the class in May 2013 and has proved very popular. The class is open to people of all abilities who are keen to learn new painting techniques or develop skills they already have. Participants are encouraged to bring their own subject matter and to experiment with a variety of styles and methods. Contact Nick Dawe on 07901 119279 for more information.

Pershore & District U3A (3rd Tue of each month)
www.pershoreu3asite.uk
Pershore and District U3A meet at Number 8 on the third Tuesday of each month. U3A offer the chance for groups of retired or semi-retired people to share educational, creative and leisure activities. For more information about U3A membership please contact Sally Whyte on 07858 506218.

Bend, Stretch & Balance (U3A) (3rd Tue of each month)
www.pershoreu3asite.uk
A class on Tuesdays 2.30pm – 3.30pm that’s open to members of Pershore & District U3A offering gentle exercise to help improve and maintain flexibility, posture and balance. No experience required, just bring a mat and a bottle of water. For more information please contact John Wright on 07977 779423.

Gentle Slow Flow Yoga
These weekly yoga sessions led by Tracy Bishop take place on Wednesdays mornings, 9.30-10.30am. Tracey leads gently flowing yoga classes to stretch and rejuvenate your body and your mind. Suitable for all ages, all levels. Participants are encouraged to go at their own pace and the class can be done standing or seated – you choose. For more information contact Tracy on tracy.yoga@btinternet.com / 07866 611892 .

Absolute Beginners Tap
These weekly classes are held on Wednesdays, 11.15am-12.00pm. This is a slow pace class for those with no experience, starting with the basics to fabulous music. For further details contact Ness Haller on 07786 032696.

Adult Ballet Exercise
These weekly sessions take place on Wednesday afternoons, 12.15-1.00pm. Using ballet and contemporary exercises this creative class concentrates on grace and flow of movement, finishing with a short routine. For more information contact Ness Haller on 07786 032696.

Wye Valley Health Fitness & Arts – 60 Plus Keep Fit Stay Fit
Taking place on Wednesday afternoons 3.45pm – 4.30pm these classes are designed to improve functional fitness in those who are experiencing reduced movement or functional fitness. For further details contact Deborah Leigh on 07875 751890.

PODYS
www.podys.co.uk
Pershore Operatic and Dramatic Youth Section is, as the name suggests, the young people’s section of PODS who are our resident amateur company. PODYS rehearse at Number 8 on Wednesday 5.15pm – 7.15pm. For more information contact Sue Dickson on info@podys.co.uk

Adult Beginners Ballet (U3A)
www.pershoreu3asite.uk
This ballet class is a gentle introduction to classical ballet for beginners and returners. Open to members of Pershore & Distrct U3A. Classes take place on Thursdays, 2.00pm – 3.00pm. For more information please contact John Wright on 07977 779423.

Monkeys in Motion – Street Dance
www.monkeysinmotion.co.uk
These weekly dance classes for children take place on Thursday afternoons. There are three sessions, 4.00pm – 4.45pm for ages 3 – 5 years, 4.45pm – 5.30pm for ages 5 – 7, and 5.30pm – 6.15pm for ages 7 – 11. For more information and to book your place contact clubs@monkeysinmotion.co.uk or call Sophie-Jo Lusted on 07460 234515.

Symphony Dance School
https://symphonydanceschool.co.uk/
Symphony Dance School are well established at Number 8, holding weekly classes on Thursdays and Saturdays. They teach classes in ballet, tap and contemporary dance. For more information about all their classes contact Mrs Freeman on 01386 750717.

Creative Writing
These sessions take place on the 1st Friday of each month. Contact Sue Johnson for more information on 01386 446477.

Chance to Act (Age 55+)
These weekly sessions offer the chance to get together with like-minded people and share in a love of drama. The group meet weekly on Fridays, 11.00am – 1.00pm. For more information contact Richard Lees on 07504 845395.