I offer relaxed, supportive chess lessons for beginners and developing players of all ages. My approach is about more than simply learning the rules or memorising openings. I use chess to help people build confidence, concentration, patience, decision-making, resilience and problem-solving skills while learning the game at their own pace. I particularly enjoy working with people who may feel nervous about learning something new, have struggled with traditional teaching styles, or simply want a more patient and encouraging way to learn chess. Lessons are adapted to the individual. Some people learn best by playing, some by talking through positions, and others by breaking the game down step by step. There is no pressure to compete or already be good at chess. Complete beginners are very welcome. My aim is simple: help you understand the board, enjoy the game and become more confident in finding your own moves.

Garageband is a powerful Digital Audio Workstation that allows musicians and beginner producers to record a whole album if they wish. I'll teach you how to remake a song/piece of your choosing from the ground up. You'll use the inbuilt virtual instruments, your own voice, and your guitar/keyboard to rebuild your chosen track or give it your own unique stamp. Music production is a huge topic so I'll teach you the essential musical skills such as ear training, understanding rhythm and basic harmony. You'll learn basic recording skills using the iPad mic or an interface and we'll use virtual/real instruments to record the parts. You'll learn how to edit and I'll show you how to create an interesting song structure and how to layer multiple instruments so they don't clash! Finally, we'll look at mixing, effects, and EQ to give your track a professional polish!

Im a classically trained singer (Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London 2005 MMus BMus (Hons). I have extensive performing experience as a soloist and with various ensembles in opera, oratorio, musical theatre, jazz and pop. I’ve sung for numerous celebrities as well as royalty both in the UK and abroad. From 2016-2021 I taught singing in the Royal Palace in Muscat for the Sultan of Oman. I have 20+ years teaching experience covering all age groups but mostly focused on children and young adults. I teach absolute beginners through to professionals. I regularly enter students for ABRSM examinations with a 100% pass rate. I have a holistic approach to teaching and offer a supportive atmosphere for learning and enjoying music making. I strive to ensure you get the most out of your lesson time and tailor my approach to the individual. I’m very happy to answer any queries you may have and discuss options.

I specialize in tutoring Spanish, Italian and English as a second language for schools and adults. My goal is to keep students challenged, but not overwhelmed. I assign homework after every lesson and provide period progress reports. This class is for students of all ages who wanted to learn Spanish, Italian and English as a second language. The focus is to learn speaking skills, grammar, reading and listening. If you are an absolute beginner, don't worry, I experienced the same feelings when I learnt a foreign language.