Weekly Acting & Filmmaking Classes for Young Creatives (Ages 13–19) in Aylesbury
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Please note we are on Summer break until 6th September
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*First Month Free Offer: Valid until 31 August 2026. Subject to a minimum 3-month commitment. To qualify, you must sign up via GoCardless using the 3-part instalment plan. After the initial 3-month minimum term, your membership will automatically continue as a monthly subscription at the standard rate unless cancelled.
*Annual Special Offer: Valid until 31 August 2026. The usual annual membership price of £1,100.00 is reduced to £999.00. This is a one-off payment that provides membership for 12 months. At the end of the annual term, your membership will automatically renew at the standard annual price unless cancelled.
OPEN DAY – 6th September
- Join us for a free 3-hour session of Acting & Filmmaking
- Bring your friends and make films
- Get hands-on with professional equipment
- Act in a film and get footage for your portfolio
- AM class 10am – 1pm
- PM class 2pm – 5pm
A weekly hands-on filmmaking class led by industry professionals.
Who it’s for?
Teenagers aged 13–19 who want to learn film production in a fun, creative, and safe environment.
What they’ll learn:
- Camera work & cinematography
- Scriptwriting & storytelling
- Acting & Performance
- Directing & collaboration
- Sound & lighting techniques
- Editing & post-production
- Working together to create short films
Why Choose Black Elk Classes?
- More than just a film club! We offer training that prepares students for a professional career
- Experienced tutors with professional film backgrounds
- Small class sizes for individual attention
- All staff have enhanced DBS checks, first aid training, and safeguarding policies in place
- Safe, supportive learning environment
- Focus on creativity, teamwork, and building confidence
- Public liability insurance covered
Our Student films
(click on a poster to watch on YouTube)
Location
The Aylesbury Vale Academy, Buckinghamshire
Schedule: Sundays – 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm (no classes for August or Major Holidays).
Ages: 13–19 years old
Class Size: Limited places to ensure quality teaching (15 students MAX)
Equipment: All provided – students just need enthusiasm!
Prices
Monthly Price: £120/month
Annual Price: £1,100/year
* Parents save £220 by paying annually.
* Discount available for siblings
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Safety & Safeguarding
- All staff hold Enhanced DBS certificates
- First aid trained staff on site
- Certified DSL
- Full safeguarding and health & safety policy in place
- Safe and supportive environment for all students
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Meet your teachers
Emily Stanley – Principal and Designated Safeguard Leader
Jason Farries – Head of Filmmaking
Ellie Giles – Class Assistant
Cinema Screening 2026
Our Annual Cinema Screening took place on 12th July 2026 at the iconic ODEON Luxe Aylesbury.
Thank you to everyone who attended and made our event so iconic.
And Congratulations to our student Award Winners! You should be extremely proud of all your hard work.
Coming soon
• One-off Screen Acting Masterclasses – Weekday evenings. Open to members and non-members
• Summer Filmmaking Workshop – August 2027
SPACES are limited so
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Our Students on YouTube
Check out some of our students recent work and be sure to subscribe to the channel so you don’t miss a thing!
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