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SUMMARY:Amplify DJ School (11-17 years)
DESCRIPTION:Commencing 27th January for 6-weeks\nSession Times: 6pm-7pm\nBOOK HERE\nEver wanted to try DJing? Here’s your chance to get hands-on with the decks and learn from the pros. \nJoin Professional Tutors and DJs from Amplify for 6-weeks of DJ School where you can discover what it takes to mix tracks\, create transitions\, and get a crowd moving. Whether you’ve never touched a deck before or you’re already mixing at home\, this session is for you. \nFollowing the huge success of October’s half-term workshop\, this is an opportunity to progress your skills over the 6-week course.  We will be running 2 sessions 6pm-7pm or 7pm – 8pm.  Space is limited so make sure you book your slot early! \nWhat’s Happening: \n\nFREE SPACES available for 11-18 year olds subject to eligibility – see booking information.\nProfessional Tutor Team.\nEach week you’ll receive 1-hour of tuition and 1-hour of studio hire at a time to suit you to practice your mixing!\nAll abilities welcome – complete beginners to experienced DJs\nShare your favourite tunes and get tips on mixing and technique\nTry out professional equipment in a supportive environment\nHear what’s possible and get inspired by meeting students who’ve been through the programme\n\nNo pressure\, no judgement – just come along\, have a go\, share your music taste\, and see if DJing is for you.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/amplify-dj-school-11-17-years/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Nightlife & Music,Teen,Workshops & Talks
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SUMMARY:Amplify DJ School (11-17 years)
DESCRIPTION:Commencing 27th January for 6-weeks\nSession Times: 7pm-8pm\nBOOK HERE\nEver wanted to try DJing? Here’s your chance to get hands-on with the decks and learn from the pros. \nJoin Professional Tutors and DJs from Amplify for 6-weeks of DJ School where you can discover what it takes to mix tracks\, create transitions\, and get a crowd moving. Whether you’ve never touched a deck before or you’re already mixing at home\, this session is for you. \nFollowing the huge success of October’s half-term workshop\, this is an opportunity to progress your skills over the 6-week course.  We will be running 2 sessions 6pm-7pm or 7pm – 8pm.  Space is limited so make sure you book your slot early! \nWhat’s Happening: \n\nFREE SPACES available for 11-18 year olds subject to eligibility – see booking information.\nProfessional Tutor Team.\nEach week you’ll receive 1-hour of tuition and 1-hour of studio hire at a time to suit you to practice your mixing!\nAll abilities welcome – complete beginners to experienced DJs\nShare your favourite tunes and get tips on mixing and technique\nTry out professional equipment in a supportive environment\nHear what’s possible and get inspired by meeting students who’ve been through the programme\n\nNo pressure\, no judgement – just come along\, have a go\, share your music taste\, and see if DJing is for you.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/amplify-dj-school-11-17-years-2/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Nightlife & Music,Teen,Workshops & Talks
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SUMMARY:HN Collective Dance Academy
DESCRIPTION:Commencing 21st January 2026\n\nFollowing the huge success of the December Taster Classes HN Collective will be taking over The Basement on Wednesday evenings for 3 fantastic street dance classes!\n\n\n\n\nEach class will get your body moving\, you’ll learn new choreography\, put together movements and practice routines…all whist listening to fantastic music in a venue with club vibes!\n\n\n\n\nSchool years:\n\n\nYears 4-6: 4:45pm-5:45pm\nYears 7-11: 6:00pm-6:45pm – this class is FREE!\nOpen house: 7:00-8:00pm – this class is for all ages!  Who said street dance was just for the kids\, whether you are 19 or 90 you’ll be welcome here.\n\n\n\nFor booking information please message Hannah  HERE
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/hn-collective-dance-academy/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Class,Dance,Kids,Teen
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Skate Workshop (11+)
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Skate Workshop – sessions for Years 1-6 and Years 7-13\nwith Coach Frank\ncommencing 26th February – 16th April\nReady to improve your skating? Join Coach Frank for a drop-in skate workshop with indoor ramps and expert coaching. \nWhether you’re just getting started or want to nail some new tricks\, this session has you covered. Learn proper technique\, build your confidence\, and progress at your own pace in a supportive environment. \nWhat’s Happening:\nExpert tuition from Coach Frank and Team\n5.00-6.00pm Years 1-6Coached SessionPrice: £12.00 per skater.\n6.00-7.00pm Years 7-13 (11+ years)Coached SessionPrice: £5.00 per skater  or Free for Basement Members (find out how to become a Basement Member at the venue or on our website)\nDrop-in format – come and go as you likeAll skill levels welcomeGet tips on technique\, safety\, and progressing your skills\nNo need to book ahead – just turn up with your board and helmet\, and Coach Frank will help you take your skating to the next level. Perfect whether you’re finding your feet or ready to push your limits.\n and Coach Frank will help you take your skating to the next level. Perfect whether you’re finding your feet or ready to push your limits.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/drop-in-skate-workshop-11/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sport,Teen,Workshops & Talks
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SUMMARY:Arty Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Friday for Creative De-Stress\nAt The Basement\, Helston\n4.30pm-5.30pm\nFeeling stressed by school\, college\, or work? Need a creative way to relax and switch off? Come along to Arty Friday\, a chilled-out space where you can unwind\, create\, and be yourself. \n When: Every Friday\n Time: 4:30 – 5:30 pm\n Where: The Basement\, Helston\n Ages: 11–18 (school students & home-educated young people welcome) \nArty Friday is open to anyone aged 11–18 who wants a break from the daily grind. Whether you come on your own or with friends\, you’ll find a relaxed and welcoming space to de-stress through creativity. \n What You Can Expect \n\nGet Creative: Try different art activities and express yourself freely\nRelaxed Vibes: A friendly\, supportive environment where you can chill out\nExpert Support: Guidance from experienced facilitators if you want it\nTime to Unwind: Leave stress at the door and enjoy an hour just for you\n\n Bring Your Imagination \nNo art experience needed at all! Whether you love drawing\, painting\, or experimenting with mixed media\, you’re free to explore in your own way. Just bring your curiosity and creativity. \nThis club is a safe\, calm space to relax\, create\, and connect with others who enjoy art as much as you do. \n Join us every Friday for an hour of creativity\, connection\, and calm.  \nNo need to book ahead – just turn up.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/arty-friday/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Crafts,Free,Teen,Workshops & Talks
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SUMMARY:Band Craft Club (Cohort #1)
DESCRIPTION: BASEMENT BAND CRAFT CLUB  (13-18 years)\nCommencing Saturday 21st February for 4-weeks\n£20 for the course (£5 per person\, per week\, must be booked as a four week block)\nSession Times: 10.30am-2.30pm + Saturday Night Live Gig on the 14 March\nBOOK HERE\nTake your band from bedroom jams to live performance\, in just four weeks\nJoin Rob for our pilot 4 week programme\nCraft your technical and performance skills with experienced musician and professional sound engineer Rob Nute (Audio Obsession Studios) by booking your band onto our four week programme. \nGot a band? Got some songs? Ready to level up?\nBasement Band Craft Club isn’t your typical music lesson. This is where you will the learn things that help you work as a band member\, not just a musician —how to actually run a show\, sound professional\, and perform like the bands you see on stage. These are the skills that all band members / performers need to have regardless of what instrument you play\, the more you know the easier it becomes and the better your band sounds. \nAlready jamming with friends and got 5-6 songs ready? Perfect. You’re exactly who we’re looking for. \nWhat Makes Us Different? \n✓ Learn by doing— by the last session you’ll be running the whole show! \n✓ Work with 3-4 other bands/artists just like yours\n✓ Get your hands on pro equipment and learn how it all works\n✓ Master stage setup\, sound mixing\, lighting\, and performance skills\n✓ End with a real Saturday night concert YOU all run\n✓ Small group sizes (4-6 members per band with 3-4 bands total) \nPROGRAM OVERVIEW \nYour 4-Week Journey: \nWeek 1: Build Your Stage  \nSaturday  10.30am-2.30pm \nStart with an empty stage and learn how to set up everything from scratch. You’ll position amps\, run cables safely\, set up a simple vocal PA\, and get monitors working. \nWhat You’ll Do:\n– Equipment setup and positioning\n– Cable management and safety\n– Basic sound mixing of PA and backline amps\n– 30-minute set rehearsed per band with performance advice / suggestions\n– Learn volume balance (drummers and guitarists\, we’re looking at you!)\n– Effective band communication \nWhile others play\, you’ll run lights\, adjust sound\, and learn what makes a band go from good to great! \nWeek 2: Go Pro  \nSaturday 10.30am-2.30pm \nTime for the full gig setup. Main PA system\, full monitor mixes\, drum mics\, the works. Learn the difference between digital and analog mixers\, and get hands-on with iPad controls. Dial in your tone quickly. \nWhat You’ll Do:\n– Full PA and monitor setup\n– Create your bands Stage Plot\n– Mic placement techniques\n– Proper soundcheck procedures\n– Digital mixer operation\n– Mix each other’s bands \nPlus\, you’ll finally learn how to coil cables properly!!!!! \nWeek 3: Show Time Prep \nSaturday 10.30-2.30pm \nFull show rehearsal mode. Quick changeovers\, stage management\, lighting operation\, and learning how to talk to the audience with confidence. \nWhat You’ll Do: \n– Stage management skills\n– Quick setup and changeovers\n– Lighting operation\n– How to MC/compare properly\n– Monitor mixing on the fly\n– Create an interval music playlist \nDo it all; Everyone rotates through different roles—you’ll understand the whole production. \n— \nWeek 4: YOUR Concert \nSaturday (4pm-9pm) \nThis is it. A real show with a real audience. You’ll run everything—from sound to lights to stage management—AND perform your act. It’s going to be hectic\, nerve wracking\, but ultimately memorable and fun. Leading\, hopefully\, to a love of live events that you will carry with you forever. \nInvite your friends\, family\, and fans. Time to show them what you’ve got!
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/band-craft-club-cohort-1/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Class,Music,Teen,Workshops & Talks
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SUMMARY:St Piran’s Day Lantern Parade
DESCRIPTION:Helston’s St Piran’s Day Lantern Parade is set to light up the town on Saturday\, 7th Match. \nThe event begins at 5:30pm with live music at Helston Boating Lake & Coronation Park\, followed by the Lantern Parade at 6:30pm. Local schools\, community groups\, and artists will showcase their handcrafted lanterns alongside stunning creations from City of Lights. \nFollowing the parade\, there will be more live music. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Cornish heritage with friends and family. \nFor more details or to join a lantern workshop\, visit Helston Town Council or Truro City of Lights on Facebook.Special thanks to South Kerrier Alliance CIC\, Museum of Cornish Life\, Helston CIC\, and Trevow CIC for making this event possible.
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/st-pirans-day-lantern-parade/
LOCATION:Coronation Park\, Coronation Park\, Helston\, TRI3 0RA
CATEGORIES:Community,Culture & History,Family,Festival,Free,History,Kids,Music,Teen
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SUMMARY:Britrock Film Tour – BASEMENT MEMBERS SIGN UP *EXCLUSIVE SCREENING*
DESCRIPTION:The BritRock Film Tour is back for its 12th year! \nAs a introduction to BASEMENT MEMBERSHIP we’ve lined up the very best new climbing and adventure films from the UK as well as a FREE BOULDERING EXPERIENCE— epic ascents\, big laughs and gripping stories that’ll leave you buzzing for your next adventure. BritRock brings together world-class athletes and everyday questers alike. Grab your mates\, grab a seat\, and get ready for a an afternoon of pure climbing inspiration. \n12:30pm Doors Open \n1pm-2.30pm Britrock Films \n3pm-3.30pm FREE Bouldering Induction next door in The Tide Climbing Centre then you’ll be let loose to scale the walls if you sign up to be a member on the day! \nBouldering inductions will teach you everything you need to know about becoming a competent boulderer. After you complete an induction you will be able to sign in and get bouldering! \n(Under 14’s are welcome on bouldering inductions and to climb however they must be accompanied by the adult supervising them\, supervisors who will not be actively participating may accompany their child free of charge) \nBritRock Film Tour Line-up \nBig Walls and Bedtime Stories – 15mins \nAs part of their year of “education through adventure\,” professional climber Leo Houlding shares his favourite place with his favourite people. From home-schooling at 2\,000 feet to portaledge snowball fights\, Jackson and Freya scale the Muir Wall on El Capitan\, supported by Mum Jess and Dad Leo. Come and hang out with the family! \nLittle Wings – 25mins. \nFor 5’2” Tina Breslin\, the tallest lines bring the greatest solace. Tina was recently diagnosed with ADHD\, and highballs are her escape from an overactive mind. We follow Tina’s climbing year as she tours stunning lines in North Yorkshire and the Lakes\, supported by her partner Ian Henderson – a 6’4 giant who provides no useful beta! Tina’s severe lack of reach and her neurological state provide ever-present challenges that Tina never shies from. This film is a sweet and charming exploration of the mental benefits of climbing\, and of the focus that can be found in commitment. In the grand conclusion\, the stakes are raised when Tina attempts ‘Hang the Gallows High’\, a route where falling is not an option. \nTrad Stars – 60mins \n2025 proved to be one of the best trad climbing years in living memory\, and filmmaker Al Lee has been on a mission to document its most incredible ascents. Trad Stars celebrates UK trad climbing in all its glory – the colourful characters\, the rich history\, the thrilling lines\, the awesome climbing! \nHighlights include: \n\nJaw-dropping onsights from the likes of Siebe Vanhee\, Robbie Phillips.\nFirst ascents from Ian Cooper.\nSuper-impressive hard repeats from Billy Ridal (Rhapsody E11 7a) and Katie Keely (Always the Sun\, E7 6b)\nBlind climber Jess Dufton making his most impressive ‘non-sight’ to date with an ascent of the Pembroke route ‘Howling Gale’\, E3 6a.\n\nThis epic documentary celebrates the brilliance of British trad climbing with action from today’s heroes\, but also with an eye on the history and ethics that make UK trad unique. Cameos from Zoe Wood\, John Dunne and Tanya Meridith all help paint an entertaining and vibrant picture of today’s trad climbing scene. \nThe film unfolds across some of the UK’s most amazing locations\, from the Cuillins to Pembroke\, from Sca Fell to Torridon via Yorkshire limestone. \nStrap in for another classic to rival anything in the BritRock canon. \nTotal running time – 100mins
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/britrock-film-tour-basement-members-sign-up-exclusive-screening/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Community,Family,Free,Kids,Sport,Teen,Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:Britrock Film Tour
DESCRIPTION:The BritRock Film Tour is back for its 12th year! \nBritRock Film Tour Line-up \nBig Walls and Bedtime Stories – 15mins \nAs part of their year of “education through adventure\,” professional climber Leo Houlding shares his favourite place with his favourite people. From home-schooling at 2\,000 feet to portaledge snowball fights\, Jackson and Freya scale the Muir Wall on El Capitan\, supported by Mum Jess and Dad Leo. Come and hang out with the family! \nLittle Wings – 25mins. \nFor 5’2” Tina Breslin\, the tallest lines bring the greatest solace. Tina was recently diagnosed with ADHD\, and highballs are her escape from an overactive mind. We follow Tina’s climbing year as she tours stunning lines in North Yorkshire and the Lakes\, supported by her partner Ian Henderson – a 6’4 giant who provides no useful beta! Tina’s severe lack of reach and her neurological state provide ever-present challenges that Tina never shies from. This film is a sweet and charming exploration of the mental benefits of climbing\, and of the focus that can be found in commitment. In the grand conclusion\, the stakes are raised when Tina attempts ‘Hang the Gallows High’\, a route where falling is not an option. \nTrad Stars – 60mins \n2025 proved to be one of the best trad climbing years in living memory\, and filmmaker Al Lee has been on a mission to document its most incredible ascents. Trad Stars celebrates UK trad climbing in all its glory – the colourful characters\, the rich history\, the thrilling lines\, the awesome climbing! \nHighlights include: \n\nJaw-dropping onsights from the likes of Siebe Vanhee\, Robbie Phillips.\nFirst ascents from Ian Cooper.\nSuper-impressive hard repeats from Billy Ridal (Rhapsody E11 7a) and Katie Keely (Always the Sun\, E7 6b)\nBlind climber Jess Dufton making his most impressive ‘non-sight’ to date with an ascent of the Pembroke route ‘Howling Gale’\, E3 6a.\n\nThis epic documentary celebrates the brilliance of British trad climbing with action from today’s heroes\, but also with an eye on the history and ethics that make UK trad unique. Cameos from Zoe Wood\, John Dunne and Tanya Meridith all help paint an entertaining and vibrant picture of today’s trad climbing scene. \nThe film unfolds across some of the UK’s most amazing locations\, from the Cuillins to Pembroke\, from Sca Fell to Torridon via Yorkshire limestone. \nStrap in for another classic to rival anything in the BritRock canon. \nTotal running time – 100mins
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/britrock-film-tour/2026-03-08/1/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Community,Family,Kids,Sport,Teen
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SUMMARY:Britrock Film Tour
DESCRIPTION:The BritRock Film Tour is back for its 12th year! \nBritRock Film Tour Line-up \nBig Walls and Bedtime Stories – 15mins \nAs part of their year of “education through adventure\,” professional climber Leo Houlding shares his favourite place with his favourite people. From home-schooling at 2\,000 feet to portaledge snowball fights\, Jackson and Freya scale the Muir Wall on El Capitan\, supported by Mum Jess and Dad Leo. Come and hang out with the family! \nLittle Wings – 25mins. \nFor 5’2” Tina Breslin\, the tallest lines bring the greatest solace. Tina was recently diagnosed with ADHD\, and highballs are her escape from an overactive mind. We follow Tina’s climbing year as she tours stunning lines in North Yorkshire and the Lakes\, supported by her partner Ian Henderson – a 6’4 giant who provides no useful beta! Tina’s severe lack of reach and her neurological state provide ever-present challenges that Tina never shies from. This film is a sweet and charming exploration of the mental benefits of climbing\, and of the focus that can be found in commitment. In the grand conclusion\, the stakes are raised when Tina attempts ‘Hang the Gallows High’\, a route where falling is not an option. \nTrad Stars – 60mins \n2025 proved to be one of the best trad climbing years in living memory\, and filmmaker Al Lee has been on a mission to document its most incredible ascents. Trad Stars celebrates UK trad climbing in all its glory – the colourful characters\, the rich history\, the thrilling lines\, the awesome climbing! \nHighlights include: \n\nJaw-dropping onsights from the likes of Siebe Vanhee\, Robbie Phillips.\nFirst ascents from Ian Cooper.\nSuper-impressive hard repeats from Billy Ridal (Rhapsody E11 7a) and Katie Keely (Always the Sun\, E7 6b)\nBlind climber Jess Dufton making his most impressive ‘non-sight’ to date with an ascent of the Pembroke route ‘Howling Gale’\, E3 6a.\n\nThis epic documentary celebrates the brilliance of British trad climbing with action from today’s heroes\, but also with an eye on the history and ethics that make UK trad unique. Cameos from Zoe Wood\, John Dunne and Tanya Meridith all help paint an entertaining and vibrant picture of today’s trad climbing scene. \nThe film unfolds across some of the UK’s most amazing locations\, from the Cuillins to Pembroke\, from Sca Fell to Torridon via Yorkshire limestone. \nStrap in for another classic to rival anything in the BritRock canon. \nTotal running time – 100mins
URL:https://discoverhelston.co.uk/event/britrock-film-tour/2026-03-08/2/
LOCATION:The Basement\, Helston Gateway\, The Parade\, Helston\,\, Cornwall\, TR13 8RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Film,Community,Family,Kids,Sport,Teen
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