The Connect More programme helps individuals in the Barnes and Mortlake areas gain practical digital skills, such as securing your phone or setting up mobile wallets, to increase confidence with digital tools in daily life. It also fosters social connections and friendships, strengthens community bonds, and reduces digital isolation.
The course is conducted in small classes, providing hands-on practice and dedicated Q&A time to address individual needs.
Course overview
The 2026 course includes five 2-hour show-and-tell sessions led by the experienced tutor, with assistants available to help participants practice what they have learned.
Overview of the five sessions:
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Familiarise with your smartphone – Discover essential phone functions, set up security features like passcode and Touch/Face ID, create a Medical ID, and learn how to back up your phone
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Explore Apps – Learn about how to download/install, search and delete apps
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Using the camera and photo/video features – Explore how to take selfies, transfer photos from WhatsApp to your Photo Gallery, and organise your Photo Gallery effectively
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Demystify Digital Wallet – Discover how to set up and utilise your smartphone for payments and explore the additional functionalities of your digital wallet
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Troubleshooting common issues – This session wraps up the course with troubleshooting tips for common phone issues and addresses any remaining questions from participants.
Course details
The course will be delivered at the location below:
3.30-5.30pm
Monday 26th and Thursday 29th January, Monday 2nd, Thursday 5th and Monday 9th February 2026
Venue: Barnes Community Association, Rose House, 70 Barnes High St, London SW13 9LD
How to participate
The Connect More programme has proved very popular to date so anyone who is interested should register as soon as possible.
Register for the Connect More course 2026
Further information
Read more here or email connectmore@barnes-ca.org or call 020 8878 2359.
