Please note: Exact timings are yet to be confirmed.
Develop a practical toolkit of creative activities and techniques that you can confidently use to engage participants, build trust, and support meaningful creative experiences.
Through interactive group activities, hands-on practice, discussion, and shared learning, this training introduces a wide range of creative facilitation tools that can be used across different art forms and community settings. Participants will explore the common principles that underpin creative engagement, regardless of whether they work in music, visual arts, dance, theatre, creative writing, or other creative disciplines.
The training focuses on selecting and adapting activities once you understand the needs, interests, and dynamics of the people you are working with, helping you make informed decisions about what approaches are most appropriate and effective.
During the training, you will:
Learn a range of practical icebreakers, warm-ups, creative exercises, and cool-down activities
Understand the purpose of different activities and when to use them
Build a toolkit of adaptable techniques to encourage participation, creativity, and confidence
Learn how to introduce activities in a way that feels accessible and inclusive
Develop confidence in adapting activities to suit different groups and needs
Explore strategies for responding when sessions do not go to plan
Learn how to manage unexpected challenges while maintaining engagement and momentum
Share ideas and experiences through group discussion and practical exercises
This engaging and practical training will equip you with a flexible toolbox of creative facilitation techniques, giving you the confidence to plan and deliver sessions that are responsive, inclusive, and engaging for a wide variety of participants.
All ATN training is offered on a first come first serve to funded artists. Places will close 7 days prior to the event date.
ATN trainees are guaranteed a place.
Attendance on these courses are paid at £20 ph and are open to ATN trainees and funded artists or organisations.