3 – 7 February is The Big Refresh, our non-teaching week. This is an important break during your course, and a chance for you to catch up on work, focus on your wellbeing, or attend some of the free activities taking place at Central Saint Martins. Although the majority of courses will not have any classes during this week, some courses will be teaching as normal, so please double check your timetables. If you do have classes, you’re still welcome to take part in any of our events! All events taking place at CSM are free and open to all students, foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate. Any students with accessibility needs will be supported.
Central Saint Martins Programme
Monday 3 February
Art Therapy Class
11:30am - 1:30pm in C303
Using a variety of art materials, your own creative process will be encouraged and explored during this 2 hour art therapy group workshop for UAL students. With your permission to do so, the artwork created will be reflected upon together, toward understanding and healing. All art materials are provided in this free session.
Knotting and Potting
2 - 4pm in Learning Zone Pod A
Upcycle your old t-shirts into yarn, knot yourself a plant hanger and give a plant cutting a new home. All materials provided however there is the option to bring your own plant pot, glass jar, yarn or t-shirts if you have any that you would like to upcycle.
No need to book, just drop-in.
Waste prevention and nutrition cooking class
4:15pm at Life After Hummus, Somers Town Community Association, 150 Ossulston St, London NW1 1EE
Come along to Life After Hummus, a community benefit society just a 10-minute walk from CSM, for a free waste prevention and nutrition cooking class! Learn how to reduce waste in your home and be more sustainable in your everyday cooking. We’ll give you great ideas for what to do with your leftovers, tips on saving money, and some hands-on cooking experience. All equipment and ingredients will be provided, and you can enjoy a lovely meal afterwards! This cooking class is designed to be assessible for all levels, including the kitchen novice.
Tuesday 4 February
Kickboxing
2pm in E003
Come along to a free kickboxing class with a 7 belt winning martial arts champion! Your session will include thai boxing, cardio, endurance and speed work, for an all-round workout. No previous experience is necessary, and all equipment is provided. Just bring some comfy clothes and get ready to break into a sweat! Kickboxing is a great way to relieve stress and keep fit in the process.
Wednesday 5 February
Creative Futures
12-8pm
Creative Futures is an inspiring week of industry led talks, empowering workshops, job opportunities and one-to-one advice to kick-start your future in the creative industries. Creative Futures will take place across all UAL colleges throughout the week, and will be at CSM on Wednesday 5 February! Visit the jobs fair, have a professional head shot taken, receive career advice and more.
Thursday 6 February
Yoga and creative mindfulness
11:30am - 1pm in E003
Start your day right with a positive mindset. Join us for a morning of yoga, mindfulness and free writing as a creative tool to get your imagination flowing.
Kickboxing
2:20pm in E003
Come along to a free kickboxing class with a 7 belt winning martial arts champion! Your session will include thai boxing, cardio, endurance and speed work, for an all-round workout. No previous experience is necessary, and all equipment is provided. Just bring some comfy clothes and get ready to break into a sweat! Kickboxing is a great way to relieve stress and keep fit in the process.
Not a Book Club
3 - 4.30pm in Learning Zone A117
Meet new people though the medium of books! Bring a book to talk about and discover new reading adventures with CSM students and staff. Hot and cold drinks and snacks will be provided.
No need to book, just drop-in.
Friday 7 February
Puppy Therapy
2:30pm - 4pm at Life After Hummus, Somers Town Community Association, 150 Ossulston St, London NW1 1EE
Come along to this free puppy therapy session and enjoy a cuddle with some gorgeous rescue dogs. Spending time with animals is a great way to relax and improve your mental wellbeing. Central Saint Martins and Arts SU have made a donation to pay for this session, so that students are able to attend free of charge. The donation will go to Mr B's Proper Walks.
Vegan chefs of colour community cooking class
4:30pm at Life After Hummus, Somers Town Community Association, 150 Ossulston St, London NW1 1EE
Come along to Life After Hummus, a community benefit society just a 10-minute walk from CSM, for a free cooking class with vegan chefs of colour! Learn new cooking techniques and delicious vegan recipes, both healthy and ethical. Chefs of colour often have to fight harder to have their work showcased, so Life After Hummus offers them a platform to share their ideas with the local community around King’s Cross. This cooking class is designed to be assessible for all levels, including the kitchen novice. All equipment and ingredients will be provided, and you can enjoy a lovely meal afterwards!