Classes and workshops in Folkestone

60+ Keep Fit

Low-intensity, low-impact keep fit sessions for people aged 60 and over at Hawkinge Community Centre. No experience is needed. Classes run every Monday morning and Thursday afternoon in a friendly, welcoming setting. Sessions cost £5 per person. Drop in or book online at hawkinge-community-centre.appointedd.com. For enquiries, call 01303 901775.

Weekly Cuban Salsa Classes

The Dance Visions Salsa Team runs Cuban salsa classes for ages 16+ at The Southcliff Hotel. No partner is needed. Doors open at 18:45; beginner fundamentals run 19:00–19:30, all-levels social practice 19:30–20:00, and levels 2–4 classes 20:00–21:00. Freestyle dancing starts at 21:00. Dancers should join the class assigned by the instructors, who decide when they are ready to move up. Monthly Rueda sessions require level 2 or above. Beginners pay £8, other class participants £10, or freestyle-only dancers £6. Class prices include freestyle. Book online or pay at the door by cash, which is preferred, or card.

Coffee & Collage Evening

Spend an evening making collages, enjoying coffee and meeting new people at Okay Coffee. Tickets are available through the organiser’s bio link.

Coffee n Climb

A Friday morning climbing session at F51. Runs from 9:30am to 11:30am and costs £10, including shoe hire.

Friday Zumba Gold at Hawkinge Community Centre

Weekly Zumba Gold class at Hawkinge Community Centre on Friday mornings. This lower-impact session is aimed at beginners, older adults, and anyone wanting a gentler version of Zumba while still enjoying the music and movement. Everyone is welcome.

Folkestone Through Writers’ Eyes: Literary Walking Tour

Join local writer and historian Tony Quarrington and Folkestone Book Festival curator Sophie Haydock for a guided walk through Folkestone’s streets and seafront. Hear how writers including Charles Dickens, H. G. Wells, Carol Ann Duffy and Wilfred Owen connected with the town. The walk includes a refreshment stop or two. A £5 Cost of Living Ticket is available without eligibility checks.

Remembrance Lantern-Making Workshop

Go Folkestone hosts a free lantern-making workshop at The Grand on The Leas. All materials are provided, and participants can carry their lanterns in the evening’s Remembrance parade.

Zumba Glow Party

Join Sarah for an all-levels Zumba session followed by time to dance with friends in a neon-lit, UV setting. Neon clothing is encouraged, and glow sticks will be available to buy. Standard tickets cost £12; five- and ten-person group options are also available. Founders tickets are sold out. Late tickets can be booked through Eventbrite until 18:00 on the day, subject to availability.

Adult Handstand Class at F51

Weekly adult handstand class at F51 led by Coach Bobak. The session focuses on balance, strength, falling drills and step-by-step handstand technique. Drop-ins are welcome.

Beer Shop Yoga with Unity Yoga

A recurring yoga class at The Beer Shop Folkestone led by Unity Yoga. Designed to feel informal and welcoming, especially for beginners or anyone who feels more comfortable outside a traditional studio setting, the class includes movement, breathwork and meditation for a relaxed, light-hearted start to the weekend. Each class costs £10, and places can be booked online.

Beginner Wheel Throwing with Robert Pou

Try pottery wheel throwing with ceramicist Robert Pou at Clayfolk. No experience is needed. Choose a 09:00–10:30 or 11:00–12:30 session; there are seven places across both. Book via the link in Clayfolk's bio.

Folkestone’s a Drag Workshops

Beginner-friendly drag workshops hosted by Folkestone drag king Hugh Mann. Open to newcomers and all experience levels, with sessions focused on building drag skills and meeting queer friends.

Kollectiv Knitters

A free weekly craft group at Kollectiv for knitting, crochet and other yarn-based projects. Beginners and experienced crafters are welcome, and the session is described as inclusive for all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Bring your own project or come to learn, share tips and patterns, and spend a relaxed couple of hours crafting and chatting. Drinks and pastries are available to buy from the bar.

Saturday Breakdance Sessions at F51

Weekly breakdance sessions at F51 on Tontine Street starting on Saturday 2026-09-05. Open to ages 5 to 105. Places are limited; booking is via email at bboybobak@hotmail or by direct message.

Lympne and Royal Military Canal Walk

A guided walk through the Folkestone and Hythe district starting at Lympne Village Hall. The route follows the Saxon Shore Way towards Hythe, joins the Royal Military Canal, passes the Hythe Sound Mirror, crosses open countryside and continues to Lympne Castle. The walk focuses on local heritage, historic coastal defences and rural landscape.

Somatics and Sound Workshop

Emma Meehan and Giles Mountain lead a £25 workshop exploring body awareness through gentle somatic movement and vocal sounding. Emma guides the movement, while Giles supports the session with voice and sound. A sound bath with gongs, singing bowls and percussion closes the workshop. Participants are welcome to stay afterwards for tea and light snacks.

Women’s Art Journaling Circle

Join Holly Smith for an afternoon of art journaling, mindfulness and connection with other women. No experience or supplies are needed; art materials and journals will be available. You can bring your own journal and a found seasonal item if you wish. Seating includes chairs and floor space. Bring layers, as the room can be cool, and contact Holly about any access requirements.

Folkestone Repair Café

Folkestone Repair Café returns—bring items along and mend them together at Sunflower House. The next session is on Sunday 8th February, 10:30–12:30.

Folkestone Rhymes: Singing and Songwriting

Join Rosie for free singing and songwriting sessions for new mums and birthing parents with babies under one who are experiencing challenges such as low mood, loneliness or difficulty bonding. The sessions offer a chance to make music, connect with your baby and meet other local families. Sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwKCaTaM1d5usNm1qzQTf4ATcrNXVGs35Fmam-NndBL3pPsA/viewform?pli=1.

Folkestone Singing Club

A relaxed weekly singing group led by Josie Matcham at The Music Workshop in Folkestone. Sessions run on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:30. Expect feel-good group singing with familiar songs and live piano accompaniment. There are no auditions, no performances to prepare for, no expectation to practise at home, and no need to attend every week. Entry is £8 per session, places are limited, and online booking is available.

Exploring Form and Decoration: Hand-Building Course

Join Ellie at Clayfolk for a seven-week ceramics course. Build sculptural forms with hand-rolled coils, then experiment with carving, textures, sgraffito, inlay and glaze to create your own piece. The course is for people looking to develop their hand-building skills or try new approaches to clay. Book via the link in Clayfolk’s bio.

Spanish Cafe Beginners Class

Weekly beginner and improver Spanish class with Mel at The Blind Pig. Starts this week on Wednesdays at 5pm. £5 per session. Contact Mel on 07764479053.

Spanish Conversation Class

Weekly Spanish conversation session with Mel at The Blind Pig, following the earlier beginner/improver class at 17:00. This is an informal, guided conversation session for intermediate-to-advanced speakers to practise together. The conversation class starts at 18:00 on Wednesdays. It costs £5 per session; contact Mel on 07764479053.

Active Schools Development Day

A free development day for primary school PE leads, teachers and staff seeking ways to increase physical activity during the school day. Explore Everyday Active Schools, hear School Games updates and take part in a practical imoves CPD workshop. Schools can also apply for one of 50 free imoves licences. Registration is required.

Lino Printing Workshop: Christmas Cards

A small-group lino printing workshop where participants design, carve and print a festive lino block, then make six hand-printed Christmas cards to take home with matching envelopes. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience, with step-by-step guidance. Lino blocks, carving tools, black ink, cards and envelopes are provided, along with a complimentary first hot drink. Bring a printed image or festive idea, or use the reference images and Christmas puns provided. Wear dark or older clothes when working with the black ink. Limited to 10 places; ages 18+.

Twisted Love Book Bedazzling Workshop

Decorate a copy of Ana Huang’s Twisted Love with Ally Bethany at Kipps’ Alehouse. Tickets cost £30 with the book included or £20 if you bring your own copy. Both include a welcome drink and supplies, which you can take home to finish your project. Booking is essential by 5 November 2026; places are limited.

Unwind Breathwork & Nervous System Reset

A 60-minute guided wellbeing class led by Ray Scott, combining gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, grounding and quiet integration. The sessions are described as trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming and LGBTQIA+ affirming. Yoga mats are provided and the class uses headphones for an immersive experience. Attendees are asked to arrive 5 minutes early. Limited drop-in spaces may be available for £16, with advance booking recommended. Grace Hill Studios is accessed by stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.

Jarred McGinnis: The Art of Writing Together

Novelist Jarred McGinnis leads a three-hour creative writing workshop for pairs. Bring someone you trust to explore shared memories and differing perspectives through guided exercises, then shape real-life experiences into writing. The workshop includes a short break, is limited to 20 participants and requires advance booking.

Fit for Anything Personal Training

Coach Charlotte runs a one-to-one or group personal training session welcoming all abilities. The session is advertised at £25. Parents may bring children but remain responsible for them throughout. Book by emailing info@sunflowerhouse.org.uk.

Friday Community Workout with Coach Charlotte

Join Coach Charlotte for a pay-what-you-can community workout welcoming all abilities. Parents may bring children but remain responsible for them throughout. Book by emailing info@sunflowerhouse.org.uk.

Healthy Hearts ECG Screening

Subsidised ECG screening appointments at Three Hills Sports Park for players, coaches, volunteers and match officials with a FAN. Screenings are delivered by the KIMS Hospital medical team, take around 5 minutes, and cost £20 for ages 8–12, £30 for ages 13–15, and £40 for ages 16+ plus transaction fees. Booking is required and participants must complete the medical questionnaire and consent form before attending.

Improvise a Disney Musical – FIT Weekender

Lucy Trodd and Jordan Clarke lead a workshop on improvising Disney-inspired musical stories, character songs and ballads. Part of FIT’s 14th and final Weekender of 2026, it welcomes beginners and returners. Tickets are £50; book via folkestoneimprovtheatre@gmail.com.

Palestinian Music Workshop with Reem Kelani

Join Palestinian singer and musicologist Reem Kelani for a participatory workshop on Arabic music and rhythm, Palestinian songs and singing together. No musical experience or Arabic-language knowledge is needed; lyric transliterations and translations will be provided. Doors open at 16:30; the workshop runs from 17:00 to 18:30. Optional Palestinian sage tea and conversation follow from 18:30 to 19:30. Folkestone Stand with Palestine hosts this £15 fundraiser supporting The Sameer Project’s aid for displaced communities in Gaza. Book through Eventbrite.

London Writers’ Salon: Find Your Voice, Build Your Practice

London Writers’ Salon founders Matt Trinetti and Parul Bavishi lead a three-hour masterclass on finding your writing voice, building a sustainable practice and setting creative goals. A live Writing Hour begins at 08:00, with online and in-person participation at Kollectiv. The masterclass is listed for 10:00 and includes a short break. Places are limited to 20, and advance booking is essential.

Rebecca Beattie: Winter, Witchcraft & Creative Renewal

Author Rebecca Beattie leads a three-hour creative writing workshop inspired by her book The Season of Frost and Fire: A Witch’s Winter in 13 Rituals. Participants will explore folklore, seasonal ritual and reflection through guided prompts and writing exercises. The session includes a short break. Places are limited to 20, and advance booking is essential.

Christmas Engraving Evening

Lettered by Kayleigh hosts a Christmas gift-engraving pop-up at Coterie. Bring a suitable glass, plastic or metal item for personalised engraving, which takes around 10–15 minutes. Prices start at £10 for up to three words; longer messages and intricate designs cost extra. Prosecco and champagne bottles cannot be engraved but can be personalised with gold, silver or white ink. Hand-painting is also available for suitable items, with prices depending on size. The bar and kitchen will be open for drinks and snacks.

Claire Venus: Substack Success

Creative business mentor Claire Venus leads a three-hour masterclass on growing a readership and building a loyal community through Substack. For writers, artists, freelancers, entrepreneurs and creative business owners, the session covers finding an audience, developing a distinctive voice and creating content that connects. There is a short break. Places are limited to 20, and advance booking is essential.

Immersive Sound Bath at Lympne Castle

Sasha and André from Sound Emergence lead a meditative sound bath with singing bowls, gongs and other instruments. Arrive between 18:00 and 18:30 for an 18:30 start. Bring a yoga mat or something comfortable to lie on, a blanket, a cushion or pillow, and comfortable clothing. Tickets are £20 per person. Spaces are limited and booking is essential; call 01303 533533 to reserve a place.

Collage Club (monthly)

A monthly collage-making social at The Beer Shop Folkestone, run in collaboration with artist Sarah Lloyd. Each session has a theme and materials are provided, and you’re welcome to bring your own. Places are limited to ensure everyone has space to work. Tickets are £5 per person, with proceeds helping to cover materials and the artist fee. If you can’t attend after booking, contact the organisers via Instagram DM or hello@thebeershopfolkestone.co.uk; if your place can be resold you’ll be refunded. Places can be booked online around the start of each month.

Paint a Pal

At the third annual Paint a Pal evening at The Coterie, paint a portrait of a friend, date or family member, then take part in the grand reveal.

Sudi Pigott: Taste, Describe, Devour

Sudi Pigott leads a three-hour food-writing workshop inspired by her book Consider the Anchovy. Guided tastings, observation and writing prompts explore how flavour and memory can become prose. Bring one flavour you love and one you dislike. Dietary and allergy considerations are taken into account. Part of Folkestone Book Festival; places are limited to 20 and advance booking is essential.

Wet Felting Workshop: Festive Bowls

A small-group wet felting workshop at Studio Infinara in St George's where participants will learn to shape a festive 3D bowl from merino wool using soap, water and friction. Materials are included, with options to add red or green shimmer fibres and gold, silver or iridescent accents. Suitable for beginners, with step-by-step guidance, a complimentary first hot drink, and a maximum of 14 places. Wear comfortable clothes suitable for working with soap and water. This workshop is for ages 18+.

Morning Sound Bath with Giles Mountain

Giles Mountain leads a one-hour sound bath using voice, singing bowls, gongs and other instruments. The half-price session costs £14. Guests are invited to stay for light snacks afterwards; kheer will not be served.

Tessa Hadley: Turning Ordinary Lives into Fiction

Novelist Tessa Hadley leads a three-hour fiction-writing workshop at Kollectiv. Participants will examine passages by other writers, discuss how fiction creates character and atmosphere, and try practical writing exercises. The workshop includes a short break, is limited to 20 participants, and requires advance booking. It is part of Folkestone Book Festival, organised by Creative Folkestone.

Foundation Mediumship Course for Beginners

Joanne Flynn’s four-month foundation course begins with a workshop at Etchinghill Village Hall on 21 November. Participants will practise grounding, intuitive development, spirit communication, psychometry, divination and intuitive art. The course meets on one Saturday or Sunday each month, with monthly Zoom support between workshops. Places are limited; later workshop dates have not been specified.

Kinusaiga Festive Christmas Workshop

A festive Kinusaiga workshop at Studio Infinara at St George’s where adults can make a textured Christmas artwork by tucking fabric into a foam base, with no sewing required. The session includes step-by-step guidance, all materials and tools, and a first hot drink. Participants can choose from seasonal designs including a robin, snowman, holly, reindeer, gingerbread house, gnome and winter scenes. Capacity is limited to 14 people, and the workshop is for ages 18+.

Christmas Bauble Painting, Sip & Feast

Make Time Club and The Pickled Egg Pub Co host a two-hour ceramic bauble-painting workshop at The Radnor Arms, followed by a two-course festive meal. A welcome drink is included, and a third course costs an extra £5. No painting experience is needed. Tickets are £65 per person; book via the link in Make Time Club’s bio.

EKC Folkestone College November Open Day

Tour the college, meet tutors to discuss courses and T Levels, try interactive department activities, and learn about student life, bursaries and support. The open day is for school leavers, adults considering retraining and employers with training needs. Visitors can also explore the Junior College’s provision for 14-year-olds. The college is rated Ofsted ‘Outstanding’. On-site parking is limited.

EVERYBODY Community Life Drawing Circle

A diverse and inclusive peer-supported space, welcoming models and artists of all experiences. We have monthly life drawing sessions, 7-9pm on the last Thursday of the month, at Sunflower House. Pay what you can ticket options, £5-£15. 💛 Book your spot in our October circle at https://shop.ticketmonkey.co.uk/life-drawing/29-october-26 💛 Book your spot in our November circle at https://shop.ticketmonkey.co.uk/life-drawing/26-november-26

Festive Lino Printing: Christmas Cards

Create six hand-printed Christmas cards at a beginner-friendly lino printing workshop. A local artist will guide a group of up to 10 through designing, carving and printing a festive block. Tools, materials, cards and envelopes are provided. You can bring an image for inspiration or use the designs available at the workshop. Wear older clothes for the black ink; book through the artist’s website or by DM.

Festive Hand-Building Pottery Taster

Try shaping clay by hand at Clayfolk’s festive pottery taster. Book through the link in Clayfolk’s bio.

Monthly Creative Writing Workshop

Monthly creative writing workshop at The Folkestone Bookshop led by Mikayla Elias. Open to writers and creatives of any genre or experience level, the sessions use prompts and exercises to explore form, style and content while encouraging participants to challenge creative expectations. Spaces are limited. Sessions are priced on a choose-what-you-pay basis at £5, £10 or £15, with refreshments included and an optional reading list available.

Winter Wreath Decorating at The Board Room

The Pulse Hub hosts a hands-on winter wreath-decorating session at The Board Room. Tickets are £48 per person and include all decorating materials, a welcome glass of prosecco or a bottle of Whitstable Bay lager, and a wreath to take home.

Christmas Wreath Making Social

Make a Christmas wreath with Smile in Sandgate at a social session with bubbles and nibbles, from 7 to 9pm.

Create Your Own Christmas Jumper

Christmas craft session from Smile in Sandgate where attendees create their own festive jumper.

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop

Make a Christmas wreath with guidance from Petals by the Pebbles. Foliage and equipment are provided, along with a welcome glass of fizz and nibbles. Places are limited to 10 and must be pre-booked at https://petalsbythepebbles.com/workshops/.

Wet Felting Workshop: Festive Christmas Trees

A small-group wet felting workshop where participants make a 3D Christmas tree from merino wool, mounted on a wooden base. The session includes step-by-step guidance, all materials and tools, accent fibres for decorative sparkle, and a complimentary first hot drink. Suitable for beginners and limited to 14 places. Ages 18+ only.

Festive Needle Felting Workshop

An adults-only festive craft workshop teaching the basics of 2D needle felting. Participants will make a framed Christmas hoop artwork using merino wool, choosing from five seasonal templates or creating their own design. The session includes step-by-step guidance, all materials and tools, an embroidery hoop frame, and a complimentary first hot drink. Group size is limited to 14 people.

Shamanic Drum Journey and Sound Bath

Join Giles Mountain and his wife Katrin, an artist and shamanic practitioner, for a shamanic drum journey followed by a sound bath with voice, singing bowls, gongs and other instruments. Tea and light snacks follow. Blankets, pillows and eye masks are provided; please arrive early to settle in. £30.

Christmas Social: Jolly Jumpers

Adult craft session at Smile in Sandgate where attendees decorate their own Christmas jumper in a festive style, with a cuppa and something to eat included.

Christmas Social: Pin Cushions & Decorations

Adult Christmas social at Smile in Sandgate making pin cushions and decorations, with cheese included. Takes place on Friday 19 December from 1:30pm to 3:00pm at 21 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate.

Solstice Yoga with Bee Hart and Sound Bath

Bee Hart leads restorative yoga and guided rest, followed by an hour-long sound bath with voice and instruments. The session closes with silence and light snacks. Blankets, pillows and eye masks are provided; arrive early to settle in. Tickets cost £33. Organised by Giles Mountain Sound Art Somatics.

Have Your Say, Folkestone!

A Legislative Theatre event from The Folkestone Performing Arts Company where people with lived experience work together to create short scenes about food poverty and mental health. The session is designed to help local decision-makers, including councillors and MPs, engage with real experiences and explore practical policy responses.

Looking After Your Body & Mind: Winter Retreat

A two-day Tamalpa UK retreat in Sandgate led by Lian Wilson (MSMT/MSME). Participants will explore the Halprin Life Art Process through guided somatic movement, dance, visual art, writing and group exercises. It is open to beginners and experienced practitioners; no art or dance experience is needed. Sessions run Saturday 23 January, 10:00–17:00, and Sunday 24 January, 10:00–16:30. Bring a notebook and pen, warm layers, a water bottle and a travel mug. Tickets cost £210, or £170 concession, plus Eventbrite fees. The £140 early-bird rate ended on 8 November 2026. The retreat is also a prerequisite for those considering Tamalpa UK’s Level 1 Personal Embodiment training.

Folkestone Street Photography Workshop

Join P3T Photography for a two-hour photo walk around Folkestone Harbour Arm and nearby streets. Practise composition, storytelling and camera techniques while building confidence photographing in public. Beginners are welcome; some familiarity with your camera is helpful. The group is limited to six participants.

Why We Write: Folkestone

Real Writers Circle brings Kent-based writers together in The Clearing at Quarterhouse for conversation, a guest-speaker discussion, a short writing exercise and optional readings. Writers of any genre or experience level are welcome. Bring a pen and notebook. Free tickets are available to writers who could not otherwise attend; contact the organisers about access requirements. Hosted in partnership with Creative Folkestone and Folkestone is a Library.

East Kent Careers & Recruitment Event 2027

A free careers and recruitment event at Quarterhouse for anyone looking for work, a career change or a first step into employment. Local employers and organisations will be there with full-time and part-time roles, apprenticeships, training and volunteering opportunities. Attendees can bring a CV and get help with it if needed. Organised by Your Office Events Team.

Beacon Plus College Open Day

Meet Beacon Plus College and find out about its study options if you’re considering a change of direction or seeking a college place for September 2027.