Grow your confidence. Develop your practice. Share your creativity.
Whether you're exploring the idea of leading your first workshop or looking to refresh and develop an established practice, we're here to help you grow with confidence.
The Creative Workshop Coaches offers practical, inspiring professional development for artists, makers, creative practitioners, workshop leaders and educators. Our workshops are designed to help you create meaningful, engaging and inclusive creative experiences while developing your own confidence as a facilitator.
Everything we share is grounded in real experience. As practising artists, educators, therapists and arts professionals, we've spent years designing and delivering creative workshops in studios, schools, galleries, festivals and community settings. We understand both the rewards and the challenges of sharing your creativity with others.
Our aim isn't to teach you to become someone else. It's to help you discover and develop your own authentic style as a creative workshop leader.
Our foundation course of 'How to Teach Workshops' session is a creative professional development workshop for artists, makers, facilitators and educators.
This practical and supportive workshop has been designed to help you develop the confidence, knowledge and practical skills needed to create engaging creative workshops.
Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, we'll help you reflect on your practice, explore new approaches and leave with practical ideas you can immediately put into action.
Through discussion, creative activities and shared learning, you'll develop a deeper understanding of what makes creative workshops inspiring, welcoming and memorable.
Who is it for?
This workshop is for you if you are:
An artist or maker who would love to teach but isn't sure where to begin.
A creative practitioner looking to diversify your creative practice.
An experienced workshop leader wanting fresh ideas and renewed confidence.
A teacher, facilitator or educator seeking creative Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Someone passionate about creating inclusive, engaging and meaningful creative experiences.
Whatever stage you're at, you'll be joining a supportive group of creative people who are all passionate about sharing creativity.
What you'll explore...
→ Together we'll explore topics including:
→ What makes a great creative workshop.
→ Designing engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
→ Building confidence as a workshop facilitator.
→ Planning, structure and preparation.
→ Working with different audiences and adapting your approach.
→ Encouraging creativity without focusing on perfection.
→ Practical considerations including materials, timings and group dynamics.
→ Reflecting on your own practice and developing your unique facilitation style.
Our workshops encourage discussion, reflection and collaboration, giving you the opportunity to learn not only from us, but from one another.
A Supportive Learning Experience...
Our workshops are designed to feel welcoming, encouraging and practical.
You can expect:
✓ A relaxed and supportive environment.
✓ Opportunities to reflect on your own creative practice.
✓ Practical tools and resources you can use straight away.
✓ Honest conversations about the realities of running creative workshops.
✓ Inspiration from learning alongside other artists and makers.
✓ Time to ask questions, share ideas and build confidence.
Whether you're looking to take your first step or your next step, you'll leave feeling inspired, encouraged and ready to put your ideas into practice.
Workshop Locations...
Our workshops are delivered at venues across the region throughout the year.
Visit our booking page to explore upcoming dates and locations, and choose the workshop that works best for you.
Arts Council England Funded Programme
This professional development programme has been subsidised through funding from Arts Council England, helping make it more affordable and accessible for artists and creative practitioners.