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Creative Courses Starting This October

Sink Your Teeth Into Something Creative 🧛

Something creative is stirring at RHACC…

This October, swap tricks and treat yourself to some new skills. Discover creative courses in art, design, music, making, digital media and more!

Our creative courses are perfect for trying something new, resurrecting an old passion or giving your talents a little more life.

Explore courses starting this month and unearth something extraordinary:

Unearth Your Next Creative Course

Browse creative courses starting this month and find something new to bring to life.
Acoustic Guitar – Improvers
Start Date: Tuesday, 6th October 2026
Plus 2 alternative start dates
End Date: Tuesday, 26th January 2027
Time: 6pm-8pm Tue
Duration: 12 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Tutor: Adam Whitbread,Paul Stead
Cost: ÂŁ237 / ÂŁ165
Limited places available
Ready to take your acoustic guitar playing to the next level? This course is designed to bridge the gap between beginner and intermediate. You'll learn more complex techniques like fingerstyle, blues, and advanced strumming patterns. Expand your...
Adobe Premiere Pro – Introduction
Start Date: Tuesday, 6th October 2026
Plus 3 alternative start dates
End Date: Tuesday, 24th November 2026
Time: 6pm-9pm Tue
Duration: 7 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: ÂŁ196 / Free
Interested in film editing? This introductory course is for you! Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, this course will equip you with the skills to confidently edit videos using Adobe Premiere Pro. You'll gain practical skills...
Build your own Terrarium
Start Date: Friday, 16th October 2026
Plus 2 alternative start dates
Time: 1pm-4pm Fri
Duration: 1 day
Level: Non Accredited
Cost: ÂŁ70 / ÂŁ49
Ever wondered how terrariums work and how they thrive on their own? In this course, you'll discover the secrets of these self-contained ecosystems and learn how to care for them. Perfect for plant lovers and beginners alike, you'll gain the...
Clothesmaking – Absolute Beginners
Start Date: Thursday, 8th October 2026
End Date: Thursday, 10th December 2026
Time: 10am-1pm Thu
Duration: 9 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Cost: ÂŁ307 / ÂŁ214
No places available
Ever dreamed of creating your own clothes? This course is perfect for absolute beginners! Develop essential skills for designing and constructing garments. Learn how to transform your ideas into professionally finished clothing that fits you...
Glazing Day Untutored
Start Date: Saturday, 10th October 2026
Plus 6 alternative start dates
Time: 10am-1pm Sat
Duration: 1 day
Level: 1
Cost: ÂŁ34
Limited places available
Do you have unfinished ceramics projects from previous terms? This one-day class offers the perfect opportunity to glaze those pieces and bring them to completion. You'll have access to our ceramics studio and technician support to refine your work...
Graphic Design – Level 1 Certificate
Start Date: Wednesday, 7th October 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Wednesday, 16th December 2026
Time: 10am-2pm Mon
Duration: 10 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: ÂŁ309 / Free
Want to develop your graphic design skills and explore a career in the creative industries? This Level 1 Certificate will help you build a practical skillset and understand design theory. You'll gain the skills needed to enter wider creative...
Integrating AI with Filmmaking
Start Date: Friday, 30th October 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
Time: 10am-5pm Fri
Duration: 1 day
Level: Non Accredited
Cost: ÂŁ88 / ÂŁ61
This course focuses on introducing you to the world of digital video and developing a film project, where you will plan pre-production, storyboard, capture and edit a film to a good standard. The course includes how AI is able to generate parts of...
Introduction to Bookbinding
Start Date: Thursday, 22nd October 2026
Plus 4 alternative start dates
End Date: Thursday, 19th November 2026
Time: 10am-1pm Thu
Duration: 5 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Cost: ÂŁ172 / ÂŁ120
Limited places available
Ever wanted to create your own beautiful, hand-bound books? This course introduces you to the rewarding craft of bookbinding. You'll gain hands-on experience with different materials and techniques, learning to create unique books, pamphlets, and...
Lettering and Calligraphy – Saturday Workshop
Start Date: Saturday, 10th October 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Saturday, 17th October 2026
Time: 10am-4pm Sat
Duration: 2 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: ÂŁ111
Limited places available
Gain an introduction or refresher in modern Copperplate calligraphy in just two-day Saturday. Learn the essentials of pointed pen techniques in a concentrated, supportive workshop.
Making, Mending and Upcycling Clothes
Start Date: Thursday, 8th October 2026
Plus 2 alternative start dates
End Date: Thursday, 10th December 2026
Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm Thu
Duration: 9 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Cost: ÂŁ291 / ÂŁ203
Want to give your wardrobe a sustainable makeover? This course teaches you how to transform old textiles into stylish new pieces. You'll learn innovative upcycling techniques to reduce waste and create unique designs. Whether you're a beginner or...
PhotoShop and Illustrator for Designers
Start Date: Monday, 5th October 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Monday, 14th December 2026
Time: 10:30am-2pm Mon
Duration: 10 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: ÂŁ314 / Free
This course will teach you essential skills in image manipulation and production of media incorporating text, shapes and images. You will learn to use Adobe PhotoShop to edit and manipulate images and save in different formats for use in various...
PhotoShop for Photographers
Start Date: Wednesday, 14th October 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Wednesday, 9th December 2026
Time: 2:15pm-4:15pm Wed
Duration: 8 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: ÂŁ186 / ÂŁ130
This course will teach you skills in photographic editing skills and techniques to serve as a follow up after RAW processing. You will learn to use Adobe PhotoShop to edit and manipulate images and save in different formats for use towards various...
Reading for a Calmer Life
Start Date: Monday, 12th October 2026
Plus 2 alternative start dates
End Date: Monday, 23rd November 2026
Time: 7pm-8:30pm Mon
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Tutor: Natasha Rozario
Cost: ÂŁ85 / ÂŁ59
Flexible start dates
When life gets tough, it's worth having a good book to lean on. In this course, explore how reading can help us to feel calmer and cope with common problems that arise in all our lives. We will read and discuss poems and short passages by writers...
Reiki Meditation With Crystals For Healing and Wellbeing
Start Date: Tuesday, 20th October 2026
Plus 5 alternative start dates
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm Tue
Duration: 1 day
Level: 1
Tutor: Magdalena Robak
Cost: ÂŁ33
This is a Reiki group meditation and healing session enhanced with the gentle energy of crystals. The session is combined with a mindful discussion on how to use crystals to support healing, amplify intention, and channel Reiki energy. It offers a...
RJS – Jazz Performance Ensemble 2
Start Date: Saturday, 3rd October 2026
Plus 2 alternative start dates
End Date: Saturday, 12th December 2026
Time: 2:30pm-4:30pm Sat
Duration: 10 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Tutor: Dave Jones
Cost: ÂŁ317
Limited places available
Ready to take your jazz performance to the next level? This Jazz Ensemble class is designed for advanced players like you. You'll explore a wide range of jazz tunes and arrangements, building your performance skills and confidence. This course is...
RJS – Jazz Workshop 2
Start Date: Wednesday, 14th October 2026
Plus 2 alternative start dates
End Date: Wednesday, 9th December 2026
Time: 2:15pm-4:15pm Wed
Duration: 8 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Tutor: Julian Costello
Cost: ÂŁ209
Ready to take your jazz skills to the next level? Jazz Workshop 2 is designed for musicians like you who want to explore advanced concepts in a supportive environment. You'll delve into a diverse repertoire, enhance your improvisation skills, and...
Upholstery – Intensive
Start Date: Monday, 26th October 2026
Plus 6 alternative start dates
Time: 10am-5pm Mon, 10am-5pm Tue, 10am-5pm Wed, 10am-5pm Thu, 10am-5pm Fri
Duration: 5 days
Level: 3
Cost: ÂŁ405
What is upholstery? Rebuilding and or recovering a piece of furniture either modern or traditional. The four or five-day intensive course is suitable for all levels of upholstery skills, from beginners to those with some experience. Both...
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