East Coast 5

East Coast 5 We are a creative community space in Walton-On-The-Naze. Available for private hire, functions and more.

In the basement you'll find the Wellness space with yoga, sound healing where everyone feels welcome to reconnect with themselves.

Blue Tit in Acrylic with Mariya McAllisterThursday 18th December, 10am–2pmSpend a morning painting a blue tit under Mari...
08/12/2025

Blue Tit in Acrylic with Mariya McAllister

Thursday 18th December, 10am–2pm

Spend a morning painting a blue tit under Mariya's guidance and gain confidence working with acrylics — whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or looking to refine your skills.

Acrylics are brilliant for beginners: they dry quickly, work on various surfaces, and are wonderfully forgiving. You'll learn fundamental techniques like blending, layering, and colour mixing, with step-by-step guidance that makes the whole process accessible and genuinely enjoyable.

All materials provided — table easel, professional paints, brushes, and a prepared 20.3 x 20.3cm canvas. Just bring an apron or wear something you don't mind getting paint on.

Includes a 30-minute break with complimentary coffee, tea, and cake at East Coast Restaurant.

£35 | Spaces limited

Book your spot: www.mariyamcallister.com artist@mariyamcallister.com 07745 110027

Free parking by the seafront or pay and display at High Street Parking, 1 Saville St.

Last chance to join us tomorrow.Robin in Watercolour with Mariya McAllister Art kicks off tomorrow morning — Thursday 4t...
03/12/2025

Last chance to join us tomorrow.

Robin in Watercolour with Mariya McAllister Art kicks off tomorrow morning — Thursday 4th December, 10am–1pm. £20.

A gentle morning spent learning the delicate art of watercolour washes and exploring wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques. You'll paint a Robin with Mariya's step-by-step guidance, designed to challenge and inspire whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or looking to refine your skills.

All materials provided — watercolour paper, paints, brushes, and everything you need. Just bring an apron or wear something you don't mind getting paint on.

A few spaces still available.

Book: www.mariyamcallister.com | artist@mariyamcallister.com | 07745 110027

Free parking by the seafront or pay and display at High Street Parking, 1 Saville St.

Fancy yourself a bit of a bird enthusiast? Mariya's next workshop is Blue Tit in Acrylic on Wednesday 18th December, 10am–2pm. All materials included, plus complimentary coffee, tea, and cake. £35.

Winter Wellness at the Wellness HubThe festive season is wonderful, but let's be honest—it can also leave us feeling fra...
02/12/2025

Winter Wellness at the Wellness Hub

The festive season is wonderful, but let's be honest—it can also leave us feeling frazzled, overstretched, and in need of a proper pause.

December is the perfect time to prioritise yourself. Research shows that yoga helps reduce stress hormones and brings a sense of calm when life feels chaotic—and if you're feeling the winter blues by the sea, gentle movement and breathwork can make all the difference.

This month at EastCoast Studios Wellness Hub, we're offering:

🧘‍♀️ Yoga with Natty – Dynamic flow classes rooted in traditional yoga principles. With over 500 hours of training, Natty guides you through Vinyasa Krama—linking breath and movement, step by step, towards deeper connection and strength.
🕊️ Gentle Hatha Yoga – A peaceful, slower-paced class ideal for all levels. Perfect for unwinding after a busy day.
🔥 Hot Yoga – Turn up the heat. Saturday 6th December, 9:30–10:30am. Sixty minutes in a heated room to challenge your body, calm your mind, and leave feeling properly energised. Expect increased flexibility, a natural endorphin high, and around 300 calories burned whilst you sweat, stretch, and reset. Bring a towel and water bottle. £12 drop-in or use your membership credit.
🎶 Seasonal Stretch and Sound with Natty – Saturday 13th December, 6–7:30pm. During a month that can fill up with parties and celebrations, this 90-minute class will give you time to breathe, stretch, and flow before a deepened relaxation accompanied by a sound bath. Expect crystal bowls and other auditory delights—your calm amidst the seasonal haste. Spaces limited in our cosy basement studio. £30 per person.
🎁 FREE Community Class – Never tried yoga? This is your welcoming introduction to foundational moves and breathwork. No experience needed.
💪 Move and Improve with Emma – Physio-led small group sessions (max 6 people) designed to help you move with confidence, manage pain, or recover from injury. Personalised attention from an HCPC-registered Physiotherapist.

All levels welcome. Drop-ins available. Located at Old Pier Street, Walton-on-the-Naze.

The world doesn't stop—but you can pause. Come reconnect with yourself this December.

Click the link in the comments to book a class, purchase a multi-class pass or membership or visit our website.
Alternatively get in touch at hello@eastcoast-studios.co.uk for all other enquires.

We'd love to see you on the mat.

December at EastCoast Studios is for the makers, the curious, and anyone who's ever wanted to put pencil to paper.We've ...
01/12/2025

December at EastCoast Studios is for the makers, the curious, and anyone who's ever wanted to put pencil to paper.

We've got three brilliant workshops lined up — whether you're sketching your first portrait with Duffy Tomei Artist, painting a Blue Tit in acrylic, or capturing a Robin in watercolour with Mariya McAllister Art, there's space for you here.

No experience needed, just turn up ready to create something entirely yours.

Robin in Watercolour with Mariya McAllister
Thursday 4th December, 10am–1pm | £20
Book:
www.mariyamcallister.com
artist@mariyamcallister.com
07745 110027

Portrait Sketching for Beginners with Duffy Tomei
Thursday 11th December, 2–4:30pm | £25
Complimentary coffee/tea with cake included
Book:
duffytm54@gmail.com

Blue Tit in Acrylic with Mariya McAllister
Thursday 18th December, 10am–2pm | £35
Complimentary coffee/tea with cake included
Book:
www.mariyamcallister.com
artist@mariyamcallister.com
07745 110027

Spaces are limited and these always fill up fast.

Join Duffy Tomei for Beginners Portrait Sketching! This month we're continuing to explore facial proportions and feature...
27/11/2025

Join Duffy Tomei for Beginners Portrait Sketching! This month we're continuing to explore facial proportions and feature placement while diving deeper into light and shade — learning how to use tonal values to create the form of the face. Whether you're new or returning, we'll keep building on the fundamentals together. Perfect for beginners ready to bring their portraits to life!

Cake and coffee included — because two and a half hours of focus deserves a proper break. All levels welcome. Small groups, hands-on guidance, and a space to simply concentrate on improving your skills.

📅 Dec 11, 2-4:30pm
💷 £25
📧 To book: duffytm54@gmail.com

Seasonal Stretch and Sound with Natty.Saturday 13th December, 6–7:30pm at the Wellness Hub.During a month that can fill ...
25/11/2025

Seasonal Stretch and Sound with Natty.

Saturday 13th December, 6–7:30pm at the Wellness Hub.

During a month that can fill up with parties and celebrations, this 90-minute class will give you time to breathe, stretch, and flow before a deepened relaxation accompanied by a sound bath. Expect the crystal bowls and other auditory delights.

This special will be your calm amidst the seasonal haste.

If you enjoy our Monday class or those times when Natty treats the Community class to sound, you'll love this. As one student says: "Walking into the studio and seeing the bowls excites my inner child. When the soothing bowl sounds vibrate it feels like they apply peace to my mind, body and soul."

Spaces are limited inside our cosy basement studio. Expect warmth, Natty's signature flow, and you may even find a gift on your mat.

£30 per person.

Click the link in the comments to book a class, purchase a multi-class pass or membership or visit our website.
Alternatively get in touch at hello@eastcoast-studios.co.uk for all other enquires.

Turn up the heat.Hot Yoga lands at the Wellness Hub on Saturday 6th December, 9:30–10:30am.Sixty minutes in a heated roo...
24/11/2025

Turn up the heat.

Hot Yoga lands at the Wellness Hub on Saturday 6th December, 9:30–10:30am.

Sixty minutes in a heated room to challenge your body, calm your mind, and leave feeling properly energised. Expect increased flexibility, a natural endorphin high, and around 300 calories burned whilst you sweat, stretch, and reset.

What to bring: Towel and water bottle (essential).

Suitable for all levels. £12 drop-in or use your membership credit.

Book your spot—spaces are limited. Click the link in the comments to book a class, purchase a multi-class pass or membership or visit our website.
Alternatively get in touch at hello@eastcoast-studios.co.uk for all other enquires.

Something wicked this way comes... to the Wellness Hub.Two new December classes are landing, and we're revealing them to...
23/11/2025

Something wicked this way comes... to the Wellness Hub.

Two new December classes are landing, and we're revealing them tomorrow.

One will turn up the heat. The other will help you find stillness when the season gets loud.

Details drop tomorrow. Watch this space.

What is it that makes us defy gravity?For Elphaba, it was finding her voice. For you, it might be finding your space.We'...
23/11/2025

What is it that makes us defy gravity?

For Elphaba, it was finding her voice. For you, it might be finding your space.

We're curious: if EastCoast Studios could host one workshop, class, or gathering that would make you show up—what would it be?

Yoga at dawn? Creative writing circles? Sound healing? Life drawing? Film nights? Something we haven't imagined yet?

Comment below. Let's build this together.

Some of us are changed for good when we find our people.

ROBIN IN WATERCOLOUR WITH MARIYA MCALLISTERThere's something quietly appealing about painting a robin in watercolour on ...
18/11/2025

ROBIN IN WATERCOLOUR WITH MARIYA MCALLISTER

There's something quietly appealing about painting a robin in watercolour on a December morning – all those soft washes and subtle feathered textures, while the weather outside does its thing.

Join Mariya McAllister on Thursday 4th December, 10am-1pm, for a watercolour workshop at East Coast Studios.

What you'll learn: Washes, wet-on-wet, and wet-on-dry techniques. Mariya walks you through each step, so whether you're new to watercolours or looking to refine your approach, you'll gain confidence as you work.

What's included: All materials provided – watercolour paper, paints, brushes, jars, tracing paper, pencils, erasers. Just bring an apron or wear something you don't mind getting a bit messy.

£20 per person

Getting here: Free parking by the seafront, or use the pay and display on Saville Street (High Street Parking, 1 Saville St, CO14 8PL) if you prefer being closer.

P.S. Keen to paint a robin sooner? Mariya's also running a Robin in Acrylic workshop this Thursday 20th November, 10am-2pm (£35).

Limited spaces available. Book through Mariya's website or message her directly to secure your spot:
www.mariyamcallister.com
artist@mariyamcallister.com
07745 110027

17/11/2025

DESIGN AND DRESS A DUCK WORKSHOP

Duffy Tomei Artist has something a bit different planned for next Wednesday morning – something creative, slightly absurd, and oddly satisfying.

Join us on Wednesday 26th November, 10am-12.30pm, to design and dress your very own duck at East Coast Studios.

What's included:
Extensive selection of duck attire – hats, scarves, fur trim, angel wings, crowns, net skirts, pearl beading, and more. Plus acrylic paints and brushes to add your own finishing touches. The possibilities are genuinely ridiculous in the best way.

Coffee/tea and cake at EastCoast5 .

What you'll need:
A duck (or several). Available to purchase on the day, or pick one up beforehand from Heady's Hobbies, 69 High Street, Walton on the Naze – £8-£12. Dress as many as you like.

£30 per person

Getting here:
East Coast Studio, 13 Old Pier Street, Walton on the Naze CO14 8AW. Free parking by the seafront, or pay and display on Saville Street (High Street Parking, 1 Saville St, CO14 8PL).

Book through Duffy at duffytm54@gmail.com or message us directly to secure your spot.

Address

Old Pier Street
Walton-on-the-Naze
CO148AN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm
Sunday 9am - 1pm

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