**TAKING PART CLASSES/WORKSHOPS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO BOOK FROM SATURDAY 11 JULY 2026**
Taking Part will return after the summer break, starting back on Monday 31 August and running until Saturday 19 December with a variety of classes and workshops on offer. Spaces are available to book now!
Check out the Platform creative programme in our What's On Guide here or pick up a copy when next in Platform.
Sessions are relaxed and welcoming and are led by artists / professional tutors. No previous experience is required and taster sessions are also available if you wish to try a class first (see class listings for details).
Classes are offered on a Pay-What-You-Like basis, where you decide what you'd like to donate. As a guide, we recommend a payment of £5 per class. You can pay for a full block up front or pay weekly - both online or at the class itself in cash (via our donations box) or by card.
MUSIC
Platform Singers (16 years+) | Fridays | 2.30pm - 4pm
Run by opera singer and choir leader Rachel Hynes, Platform Singers is a relaxed, welcoming group and no singing experience is needed. We start off each session with a chat & cuppa at 2.30pm before moving onto singing. If you just want to sing then join us at 3pm. As well as being social and fun, there are lots of health benefits to singing - you can find out more details here.
Guitar & Fiddle Music Space (adults & children age 8yrs+) | Tuesdays | from 5pm
Discover, play and create music together.! Super friendly, they are open to all ages - adults and children from 8yrs+ and all levels of experience. More details for Guitar lessons here and details for Fiddle here.
Drum Lessons | (adults & children age 8yrs+) | Mondays & Thursdays | from 5pm
One-to-one sessions led by experienced tutors - super welcoming and open to everyone age 8yrs and over, at any level of experience. More details here.
VISUAL ART
Clack and Yak Knitting Group (16yrs+) | Mondays | 11am - 1pm
Platform’s Clack and Yak knitting group meet in the Platform Cafe for a chat and a cuppa whilst knitting, sewing or crocheting. Friendly and informal, beginners, improvers or seasoned knitters alike are all welcome. Wool, needles and patterns provided. More information here.
Nu Gen Art + Design (11yrs +) | Tuesdays | 5pm - 6.30pm
Nu Gen is a fun, weekly art group that is artist led and challenges teenagers to make artwork that represents their interests, exploring identity and what it is to be an artist. If you like drawing, painting or sculpture, are studying art at school or fancy trying something new - then Nu Gen is for you! Full details here.
Painting Club (16yrs+) | 1pm - 2:30pm
Artist led skills development session with a focus on watercolour painting. Aimed at beginners and those wanting to get creative. More details here.
Art Factory (16yrs+) | Tuesdays | 2.45pm - 4pm
A relaxed, informal space for adults to get creative and inspired with activities and advice on various art techniques. A great way to get involved in a whole host of different types of art activities. More details here.
Saturday Art Club (5 - 11yrs) | Saturdays | 11am - 12pm & 1pm - 2pm
An informal art class aimed at primary school age children, offering a chance to be playful with materials and create artworks to take home. Artist led and a fun way to spend a Saturday! There are two sessions running due to demand for spaces. More info here.
MULTI-ARTFORM
Play Cafe (0-5yrs) | Saturdays | 11.15am - 12pm
Bring your wee ones along and enjoy some creative, sensory activities. Each week is different - join us for theatre, dance, music and art and craft activities for babies and toddlers, all led by Platform’s associate artists. It doesn’t matter if you are a parent, grandparent, carer, auntie or uncle - everyone is welcome. Healthy drinks and snacks provided. More details here.
PERFORMANCE
Monday Night Drama (8 – 16 yrs) | Mondays | 5.30pm - 7pm
Monday Night Drama is a fun, weekly drama workshop for those age 8 -16 years old who are interested in performance, fun and creativity! The workshops are artist led and are designed to develop skills and confidence and meet new people. The class is split into 2 groups - 8-11yrs and 12-16yrs. More details here.
Platform Dance (8 - 12 yrs) | Thursdays | 5pm - 6pm
Move, create, and have fun! In these artist-led dance sessions, young people will explore movement, dance, and develop their own creative ideas. Expect games, choreography, and collaborations each week, with participants building confidence and discovering new ways of expressing themselves.
People's Company (16 yrs+) | Thursdays | from 5.30pm - 7.30pm
People’s Company is an artist-led theatre group for anyone aged over 16. Led by professional artists, People’s Company explores performance, storytelling, improvisation, and collaboration. It’s a space to develop skills, share ideas, and create original work as a group.
