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Virtual events - get involved

29 June 2020

by Becca Snabel

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Becca Snabel

Experience the best student lifestyle at aparto. We offer a variety of events throughout the year, designed to have fun, learn something new or simply meet some great people!

What’s on next?

The new normal might look a little different to what we’re used to but that won’t stop us from running loads of fun events. Our residents this year are in for a treat, from decorating your room hacks, dance lessons, cooking classes and DJ live streams!*

*If you are a resident at aparto keep an eye on your emails and resident Facebook group for Zoom log in details.

November

3rd November 6pm: apart of core yoga

Feel zen with our yoga session! Great to unwind at the end of the day.

5th November 7pm: apart of interiors

Colours to calm - find out how to create a calming space with interior tips.

7th November 10am - apart of fitness

Join us for a morning workout to get energised.

9th November 7pm: 5 a day for your mental health

We've partnered with Jigsaw to bring you mental wellbeing tips.

10th November 7pm: Menswear styling

Menswear styling and outfit tip. Hit refresh.

11th November 8am: apart of wake up and stretch Pilates

Get your morning off to a good start with a rejuvenating Pilates class.

14th November 8pm: Diwali Storytelling and Comedy with Abhishek Kulkarni - followed by aparto Diwali Disco with DJ Steven Cooper

Join us for an uplifting evening of storytelling about Indian culture.

15th November 7pm: Cook along demo

Join us for a cook along class! Further details and ingredients list will be announced on email and in the residence Facebook groups.

17th November 8pm: apart of yoga nidra

Get Zen with our evening yoga class, perfect for winding down.

20th November 7pm: Expresso Martini cocktail masterclass

Run by an experienced mixologist learn how to create the perfect expresso martini

23rd November 8am: apart of yoga - mindfulness morning

Get a great start to the day with our morning yoga session.

24th November 7pm: apart of style club - Pre Black Friday

Our next instalment of our style club with stylist Irene O'Brien.

26th November 6pm - Lets give thanks to thanksgiving

Join us for a special thanksgiving event.

27th November 1pm: apart of skills boost

The next instalment in our skills boost workshops with top tips from industry experts.

28th November 10am: Chocolate truffle making demo

A step by step live demo on how to make delicious chocolate truffles.

October

Thursday 1st October 7pm: Hero plants for apartment living

Kevin McCormack will play host to an interactive workshop on specific plant types perfect for apartment living and will inspire you to create your aparto tropical oasis!

Tuesday 6th October 7pm: apart of dance with Ksenia

Get your dancing shoes on and learn the moves from an expert!

Thursday 8th October 7pm: Interior DIY Art

The next instalment in our DIY series, this time with a focus on art.

Wednesday 9th October 7pm: Disaronno cocktail class (IRE)

Get those cocktail shakers at the ready!
Learn how to make your favourites from Disaronno Ambassador Roberto Garcia.

Tuesday 13th October 6pm: apart of core yoga flow

Feel zen with our yoga session. Great for unwinding after a day of uni – this session will be about strengthening your core.

Thursday 15th October 7pm: apart of style club

The next instalment in our style club with top fashion stylist Irene O’brien.

Friday 16th October 7pm: Disaronno cocktail class (UK)

Get those cocktail shakers at the ready!
Learn how to make your favourites from Disaronno Ambassador Roberto Garcia.

Sunday 18th October 7pm: Italian cook along

Join us for a step by step cook along…We feel a pizza challenge coming on!
Check out your local residents Facebook page in advance for a competition.

Thursday 22nd October 8am: Wake up & Shine Pilates

Start the day with an invigorating Pilates session.
The first thirty minutes will be Pilates and then a ten minute chill-out.

Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th October 7pm: Spooky makeup demo

With Halloween just around the corner, learn how to get the best spooky look with Make-up artist Anne Morrissey!

Friday 30th October 1pm: apart of skills boost

Learn from a renowned guest speaker for tips and tricks

Saturday 31st October 8pm: Halloween virtual party

Join us for a virtual party with giveaways and a live DJ.
Get those costume at the ready! More to be revealed, Boo-ya!

September

Thurs 3rd Sept 7pm: apart of dance with Ksenia Zsikhotska

Get your dancing shoes on and learn the moves from an expert (as seen on dancing with the stars!) All levels welcome

Tues 8th Sept 6pm: apart of yoga universe

Join Aisling Conn for a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga session

Thurs 10th September 7pm: interior workshop

Join Mark Phelan for 10 room hacks on a student budget!

Sat 19th Sep 7pm – apart of dance with Ksenia Zsikhotska

Join us for our second instalment of our dance series

Tues 22nd Sept 1pm – Power up Pilates

Test your flexibility with this Pilates session. Designed to make you feel pumped and energised! All levels welcome.

Fri 25th Sept 1:30pm – apart of skills boost network

Join us for a special networking session with top tips from industry experts

Sun 27th Sept 7pm – cook along demo

Let’s get cooking! Live lemon chicken and cheese cake making demo

Mon 28th Sept 7pm – apart of style club

Join top fashion stylist Irene O’brien for styling tips on a budget

What’s been on?

We’ve run loads of great virtual events over the past few months. You can still get involved with past events by clicking on the video links below!

July

Wed 1st July: Cooking Class Tofu Stir Fry

An easy 20-min recipe for a delicious stir fry with smoked tofu.
View the cook along video here.

Saturday 4th July: Party Playlist

Join us for our LIVE Instagram Takeover with @stevencooperdj for our ‘4th July Party Playlist’, from 6pm. Make sure to tune in @apartostudent wherever you are in the world.

Sat 11th July: Salsa class for beginners

Get ready to dance salsa from wherever you are. To join the zoom class at 4pm send us a DM on our insta channel @apartostudent

Thursday 16th July: Vegan cook along – raw energy balls

Join us on our insta channel at 12pm for our cook along class, hosted by resident Melissa! View the cook along video here.

Saturday 18th July: Latin dance class

Summer Latin Dance Class with Ksenia Hotska, as seen on Dancing with the Stars Ireland! Class starts on zoom at 11am, simply email hello@apartostudent to book your place.
You can view the class here!

What’s been on?

June

Wed 3rd June: Cooking Class Minestrone soup

An easy 20-min recipe for a delicious Minestrone soup with beans, pasta and topped with Parmesan cheese.
View the cook along video here.

Tues 23rd June: Live coffee demo

Find out how to make the perfect cup of coffee, with Container Coffee Director Gordan Hickey.
Watch the video here.

Thurs 25th June: Pancake making

Learn how to make delicious fluffy Japanese Souffle Pancakes.

Monday 29th June: Home workout

Start your week strong with this home workout!
Watch the video guide here.

May

Fri 1st May @ 9pm: Bank Holiday Bangers with DJ Steve Cooper

@stevencooperdj brings us the latest hits, so you can join the party from where ever you are!

Mon 4th May @ 1pm: Upcycling Workshop

Transform your old clothes into new styles! Take a look at our upcycling workshop with Depicted Denim!
Full video here.

Weds 6th May @ 7pm: Power up mat Pilates

@Aisling.conn_yogapilates will show us how we can take our bodies to the next level with Pilates.

Thurs 14th May @ 7pm: Yoga Nidra

@Aisling.conn_yogapilates A guided body scan and visualisation, sometimes called yogic sleep!
Try if out via the video

April

Thurs 30th April @ 12:30pm: HIIT & Abs class

@thehattontwins showed us their HIIT workout routine!
In case you missed it you can view the work out steps here.

Stay up to date with the latest events and inspiring things to do, by following us on Instagram or Facebook.

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