“Collaborating with Kristina on a motion capture project for Yoga4Health was an exceptional experience. Her expertise, combined with her collaborative spirit and organised approach, made her an invaluable partner in achieving the project’s goals."
- Miranda McCarthy, Founder and CEO Adaptive Yoga Live 

• Overview

  This hands-on course introduces the fundamentals of motion capture and its applications across industries. Participants will gain practical experience using MoCap suits and software, and learn how to capture and export data for professional use.

  Through live demos, case studies, and interactive sessions, the course explores real-world uses in gaming, wellness, branding, and immersive media. Designed for creatives from diverse fields, it offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary learning environment.

  Held at LSBU’s state-of-the-art XR Studio, the course provides accessible, practical training in motion capture technology beyond performance and animation.

• Entry requirements

  No previous experience of motion capture or 3D software is required. Participants must be 18 years or older.

  The course leader will contact you ahead of the course to understand your experience and tailor the content accordingly. Your input will help maximise the value of your learning.

• Who is this course for?

  This course is aimed at creatives with a background in movement or acting, those engaged in interactive or immersive arts practice, as well as directors and industry professionals looking to broaden their understanding of virtual production processes.

• What does this course cover?

  This course offers a structured, step-by-step approach to motion capture, including:

  • Fundamentals of Motion Capture: How MoCap works and its applications across industries
  • Operating a Motion Capture Suit: Hands-on use of full-body MoCap suits, facial rigs, and gloves
  • Software Training: Real-time data capture and editing with Rokoko Studio
  • Data Processing and Exporting: Preparing MoCap data for use in animation, marketing, games, and immersive experiences
  • Industry Applications: Use cases across gaming, branding, fitness analytics, and XR development
  • AI-Driven Suit-less MoCap: Overview of emerging AI-powered motion capture methods
• What will participants achieve?

  By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Gain practical confidence in using motion capture suits and software
  • Understand the end-to-end workflow of motion capture, from setup to export
  • Apply captured data in animation, branding, gaming, sports science and more
  • Learn to troubleshoot common MoCap challenges
  • Compare traditional suit-based MoCap with AI-driven, suit-less technology
  • Build collaborative skills in interdisciplinary contexts
  • Learn from expert-led sessions and industry case studies
• Who teaches this course?

  The course is delivered by an experienced academic team, including Kristina Pulejkova (XR Studio Manager at LSBU) and Levin Haegele (Designer and Researcher).

• How will this course be taught?

  This practical, in-person course is delivered through:

  • Hands-on workshops and direct engagement with motion capture technology
  • Real-world troubleshooting activities to build confidence in practical MoCap use
  • Case studies examining applications across gaming, branding, fitness, and virtual production
  • Comparative insights into traditional vs. AI-driven MoCap methods
  • Note: Suit wearing is optional. A limited number of participants will have the opportunity to wear the suit. Tight-fitting clothing is recommended.
• How much time will this course take up?

  This is a one-day course designed to provide a comprehensive and practical introduction to motion capture technology and its creative applications.

• How is this course assessed?

  This is a practical, non-assessed course designed for experiential learning.

• Accreditations

  This course is non-accredited.

• General information

  For information on our policies (payment, cancellation, terms and conditions, etc.) visit our general information page.

  If you have a question that we haven’t answered here, please contact lsbushortcourses@lsbu.ac.uk and we will respond to your query within 24 hours.