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Wester Hailes Arts for Leisure and Education

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Online classes

WHALE Arts is currently offering online classes for the following groups below. You’re welcome to join in with our activities at home – and don’t forget to include us in your Instagram post of what you’ve made or performed!

To request a free WHALE Arts art pack please fill out our online referral form (click here).

For Adults


Let’s Create – Therapeutic art and creative activities to improve wellbeing. For women only. #letscreateWH

smARTcraft – A visual arts and craft group for adults with additional support needs. The group explores creativity and expression. #smartcraftWH

Stitch ‘N’ Time – Sociable sewing class that focuses on learning new skills and projects. For all adults to join in. #stitchntimeWH


For Children


smARTies – Fun Friday art class for kids ages 6 – 12. #smartiesWH

Play Sense Create – Multi-arts project for primary aged young people with Additional Support Needs/Disabilities and their families. Try out some arts and crafts, music and more! #playsensecreateWH

For Youth and Teenagers


Street Arts – Every Thursday we will upload a new online class – activities range from photography to drama. Designed for youths ages 7-16. #streetartsWHALE

Resources & Links


Resources & Links – Access our collaboration of online resources and links for all ages to enjoy. Including free audiobooks, support lines and services, online classes and more.

WHALE Arts is …

... the cultural anchor organisation for Wester Hailes. We are a community-led arts charity and social enterprise, set up by local people in 1992. Our mission is to be the creative heart of a vibrant, thriving community.

WHALE Arts

30 Westburn Grove,
Edinburgh,
EH14 2SA
0131 458 3267
info@whalearts.co.uk

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