Classes are currently by referral only via a mixture of one to one sessions and remote online group work. Tutors will remain in touch and continue to offer support and provide safe activities for members to do while social distancing advice is in place. The timetable shows the activities currently being offered in this way.
Our Fitness Class will give you lots of opportunity to have fun and get fit at the same time!
Each class will be one hour, and we cover lots of different activities in the class including aerobics, cardio, weights and more.
The class is suitable for all levels so come along and give it a try.
Drama is a fun course with drama techniques, games, improvisation and relaxation, all designed to help you have fun and gain confidence whilst you learn creative performance skills
Creative Café are sessions for you to come and get creative! You can work on your own project, do some colouring, painting, etc all while you listen to relaxing music and enjoy a cuppa.
Singing is a practical course for people who already love to sing or are just wanting to give it a go! Pop, reggae, RnB, Soul are all represented, as well as many timeless classics.
If you would like to have a haircut by one of our trained hairdressers, then please put your name down at reception – first come, first served.
If you would like to have a haircut by one of our trained hairdressers, then please put your name down at reception – first come, first serve.
Singing is a practical course for people who already love to sing or are just wanting to give it a go! Pop, reggae, RnB, Soul are all represented, as well as many timeless classics. Song-writing will teach you how to put together a song and how to use the power of lyrics and chords.
If you would like to have a haircut by one of our trained hairdressers, then please put your name down at reception – first come, first serve.
If you would like to have a haircut by one of our trained hairdressers, then please put your name down at reception – first come, first serve.
Our Fitness Class will give you lots of opportunity to have fun and get fit at the same time!
Each class will be one hour, and we cover lots of different activities in the class including aerobics, cardio, weights and more.
The class is suitable for all levels so come along and give it a try.
Our Fitness Class will give you lots of opportunity to have fun and get fit at the same time!
Each class will be one hour, and we cover lots of different activities in the class including aerobics, cardio, weights and more.
The class is suitable for all levels so come along and give it a try.
Our Fitness Class will give you lots of opportunity to have fun and get fit at the same time!
Each class will be one hour, and we cover lots of different activities in the class including aerobics, cardio, weights and more.
The class is suitable for all levels so come along and give it a try.
Drama is a fun course with drama techniques, games, improvisation and relaxation, all designed to help you have fun and gain confidence whilst you learn creative performance skills
Come and learn all about photography and how to take the perfect photos
Love clothes and fashion? Have an eye for design? Come and learn how to transform old clothes and other accessories and personal items into gorgeous one off pieces! Try hand and machine stitch, and come up with creative designs that could end up in the Crisis shop at the Crisis Skylight Croydon ‘Making It’ exhibition in 2020!
Singing is a practical course for people who already love to sing or are just wanting to give it a go! Pop, reggae, RnB, Soul are all represented, as well as many timeless classics. Song-writing will teach you how to put together a song and how to use the power of lyrics and chords.
Our Fitness Class will give you lots of opportunity to have fun and get fit at the same time!
Each class will be one hour, and we cover lots of different activities in the class including aerobics, cardio, weights and more.
The class is suitable for all levels so come along and give it a try.
This 7 week art course is part of our Friday afternoon Creative Café. It is open to all experience levels so if you have never done art before – no problem!
In this course you will work with different art and craft materials and techniques and learn a range of new skills from marbling to painting.
Come and learn basic mediation techniques to help you relax and unwind.
Help us to organise various events throughout the year. Plan and design invitations, liaise with catering and assist with guests on the day.
No booking required - call in and use the computers!
Do you want to improve your computer / IT or reading and writing skills - this is the course that can help you.
Come in to find out more about volunteering opportunities and how to look for a job.
Get a qualification on how to handle food safely in a professional environment.
Get a qualification on how to handle food safely in a professional environment.
Designed to assist you with any questions about your benefits, Universal credit or any other issues.
This class is for all beginner levels and is an informal introduction to IT and the classroom.
An online qualification course which provides and introduction to food hygiene and safety. It is aimed at anyone who will or would like to work where food is handled, prepared and cooked.
Referral Only
The course offers one to one support, help with finding volunteer opportunities and help with your volunteering applications.
It is a great opportunity to gain new skills for your CV too.
(Appointment Only)
As part of this course you will help plan events both within and outside Crisis. This could be events, helping to organise a trip outside, creating a newsletter or making posters and decorations.
*No class on Tuesday 28th January
Come to our drop-in and enrol for classes
This class is for all beginner levels and is an informal introduction to IT and the classroom.
This class is for all beginner levels and is an informal introduction to IT and the classroom.
Learn how to prepare delicious dishes and eat your food afterwards.
Learn how to prepare a nutritious breakfast and eat it afterwards.
Induction for volunteers.
Induction for volunteers.
Learn how to pay your bills and manage your money on a budget
Ask or ring reception 020 3848 1700
Ask or ring reception 020 3848 1700
Ask or ring reception 020 3848 1700
Ask or ring reception 020 3848 1700
Ask or ring reception 020 3848 1700
Referral Only
*must additionally commit to one day a week at Crisis Charity Shop
Induction for volunteers.
Induction for volunteers.
Induction for volunteers.
This is a 2 day course including practical skills such as barista training, how to hold 3 plates and mixing drinks as well as online training where you will gain a level one certificate.
Leading on from this there is opportunity for further training at the Hotel School and ongoing support to find employment.
This is a 2 day course including practical skills such as barista training, how to hold 3 plates and mixing drinks as well as online training where you will gain a level one certificate.
Leading on from this there is opportunity for further training at the Hotel School and ongoing support to find employment.
This is a 2 day course including practical skills such as barista training, how to hold 3 plates and mixing drinks as well as online training where you will gain a level one certificate.
Leading on from this there is opportunity for further training at the Hotel School and ongoing support to find employment.
This is a 2 day course including practical skills such as barista training, how to hold 3 plates and mixing drinks as well as online training where you will gain a level one certificate.
Leading on from this there is opportunity for further training at the Hotel School and ongoing support to find employment.
The training is in two parts and is for women members who would like to become more involved with Crisis and help in finding ways to improve services for women who are homeless.
The training is in two parts and is for women members who would like to become more involved with Crisis and help in finding ways to improve services for women who are homeless.
Our ESOL class is designed for Beginner (Entry Level) learners with a focus on work. We use materials from various sources to tailor make a programme that would benefit you and help you gain and sustain employment.
Whether you are looking for a new career or to help in your local community—this class will build your confidence and teach you new skills from what makes a good chair to how to the importance of taking minutes.
Whether you are looking for a new career or to help in your local community—this class will build your confidence and teach you new skills from what makes a good chair to how to the importance of taking minutes.
Learn how to pay your bills and manage your money on a budget
Learn how to pay your bills and manage your money on a budget
Learn how to pay your bills and manage your money on a budget
Learn how to stand up for yourself, say what you want and give your opinion without becoming aggressive.
Come and celebrate International Women’s Day at Crisis.
There will be refreshments, talks, activities and workshops.
All are welcome!
Join our ESOL class to improve your written and spoken English. Our classes are for people who are at an entry level or intermediate level of English. We also have a number of absolute beginners in the class. The class is very relaxed and we use a mixture of practical and written exercises to support you learning English. The tutor invites people from all levels to come to the class and to be aware that this is a mixed ability group.
‘Confidence and Self Esteem’ is a course that will give you the confidence to make choices in pursuit of your personal goals. Personal goals can be anything from finding a home, a job or getting fit!
‘Confidence and Self Esteem’ is a course that will give you the confidence to make choices in pursuit of your personal goals. Personal goals can be anything from finding a home, a job or getting fit!
What if......you love words but hate the idea of poetry and writing?Join us and be inspired by the amazing WriterznScribez poets who will support you to create your own poetry. The WriterznScribez poetry course includes creative writing workshops, discussions, experimentation and fun with words. All levels are welcome.
Join our ESOL class to improve your written and spoken English. Our classes are for people who are at an entry level or intermediate level of English. We also have a number of absolute beginners in the class. The class is very relaxed and we use a mixture of practical and written exercises to support you learning English. The tutor invites people from all levels to come to the class and to be aware that this is a mixed ability group.
Join our ESOL class to improve your written and spoken English. Our classes are for people who are at an entry level or intermediate level of English. We also have a number of absolute beginners in the class. The class is very relaxed and we use a mixture of practical and written exercises to support you learning English. The tutor invites people from all levels to come to the class and to be aware that this is a mixed ability group.
The Rainbow Meeting Group is a group for LGBT+ people and allies who want to look at ways of improving services for LGBT people who are homeless.
The Rainbow Meeting Group is a group for LGBT+ people and allies who want to look at ways of improving services for LGBT people who are homeless.
The Rainbow Meeting Group is a group for LGBT+ people and allies who want to look at ways of improving services for LGBT people who are homeless.
The Rainbow Meeting Group is a group for LGBT+ people and allies who want to look at ways of improving services for LGBT people who are homeless.
(Or Psychologically Informed Environments) This training looks at what PIE is and how it is used in Crisis for Members
All members are welcome!
The Rainbow Meeting Group is a group for LGBT+ people and allies who want to look at ways of improving services for LGBT people who are homeless.
The DIY Drop In sessions allow any member to drop in to the class on any given week. The sessions allow members to work on their own projects. Beginners would benefit from attending this session and signing up for the comprehensive course if they like it.
This is a one day restoration course which includes the repair and restoration of antic furniture. Members will be able to work on their own objects or one from our workshop. Skills learned will include, veneer repairs and French polishing.
This is a one day restoration course which includes the repair and restoration of antic furniture. Members will be able to work on their own objects or one from our workshop. Skills learned will include, veneer repairs and French polishing.
Woodcarving is a therapeutic and productive course which enables learners to identify different woods and create relief carvings using the finest Swiss tools.
Members are continuing on from the relief carving course and will carve a wooden 3D sculpture utilising techniques and methods in the production of a sculpture of the learners own design.
* must have completed Woodcarving for Beginners first.
This is an industry recognised OCN qualification. Members will learn joinery skills and will have the option to choose different units including Health and Safety and other construction disciplines. As a nationally recognised qualification, this certificate requires high level of attendance in order to achieve the qualification.
This is an industry recognised OCN qualification. Members will learn joinery skills and will have the option to choose different units including Health and Safety and other construction disciplines. As a nationally recognised qualification, this certificate requires high level of attendance in order to achieve the qualification.
The DIY Drop In sessions allow any member to drop in to the class on any given week. The sessions allow members to work on their own projects. Beginners would benefit from attending this session and signing up for the comprehensive course if they like it.
An introduction to tools and materials and their application. The course will enable learners to identify and safely use tools in order to be able to apply those skills in the domestic or construction environment. This is a women only group.
Let your creativity run riot and create a number of sculptures for display in the Crisis projects and shops. This is part of the Art department ‘Making It’ project and is an opportunity to combine Art, Craft and Sculpture. Members will have the chance to work with different tools and materials in order to produce works for display.
The course starts with a beginner’s carpentry course and once completed learners can then continue with the Level 1 Joinery Course.
The final part of the course is a Level 2 Certified qualification in Joinery which runs from the summer through to the end of Autumn
Wednesday and Thursday each week
Get your health check with the nurses. Register with a GP if you don't have one and get health advice
* Times do change so check with Reception.
Get your health check with the nurses. Register with a GP if you don't have one and get health advice
* Times do change so check with Reception.
If you want to enrol for any of the classes, come to fill in a form. Then you will be a member of Crisis!
The Member’s Forum offers a chance for you to have your say on how the Crisis service runs from classes to new ideas on what we offer.
The Member’s Forum offers a chance for you to have your say on how the Crisis service runs from classes to new ideas on what we offer.
If you want to know more about employment, updating your CV or training then come along to our drop-in.
Come to enjoy a nice meal
Customers Only
See one of Crisis advisers to check what services are available to you
The class is suitable for all levels so come along and give it a try.
NEW THIS TERM! Our Wednesday class will be held at The Gym (near to West Croydon station) - will meet Danielle at the Skylight at 11.45am and then walk to The Gym together where Danielle will teach a session as usual.
Get creative with clay and learn a variety of new techniques. Entry by referral only
Create a range of items to brighten up your surroundings, from cushions to coasters. Entry by referral only.
Entry by referral only
Learn how to build, make and paint wooden models. Entry by referral only
Learn how to weave to make beautiful items for your surroundings like wall hangings and cushion covers. Entry by referral only.