Women's Self Defence Course
Due to the interest and success of the last course, Shin Gi Tai Martial Arts Academy are organising another Women's Self Defence Programme. Please see flyer at the foot of this page for details.
Autism Activity Club
A new activity club has been set up at Everest Community Academy for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism . The sessions take place every Saturday in the Sports Hall from 11.30am-1.30pm. The cost of each session is just £2 for two hours of fun, exercise and activity, and all parents and siblings are also welcome to come along and join in. For more information please ring John Perrin on 01256 337573.
Lunchtime Football League
The council and Hampshire FA are working together to run a small sided lunchtime football league at the newly refurbished astro turf at Down Grange Sports Complex. Any company or workplace wishing to take part is encouraged to contact Neil Joliffe at Hampshire FA to register interest:
Email: neil.joliffe@hampshirefa.com
Tel: 01256 853016
Please download the flyer at the foot of this page for information or to generate interest within your company.
Return to Sport
Return to Sport aims to offer opportunities for residents 16 years old and over to take part in or return to a sport for little or no cost. No experience is needed and the emphasis is on fun. Examples of Return to Sport classes that have been funded in Basingstoke are ladies football, canoeing, combat groove and netball.
For up to date information on Return to Sport projects please visit the Have a go page on Hantsweb
Adult disability sport and physical activity sessions
Working in partnership with the council and Day Services, The Active Life Centre and Basingstoke Gymnastics club are providing activities for adults with learning difficulties and physical disabilities. The sessions are running weekly from 10:30am to 12:30pm on Thursdays.
Activities on offer include floor gymnastics, trampolining, soft play, table tennis and new age kurling.
If you are eligible, or know anyone that may be interested please call The Active Life Centre for details on 01256 352858. The first session is free of charge, and then the attendance fee will be £3 per week.
Hip Hop and street dance classes for all abilities
Wednesday evenings, 4:00 to 6:00pm at Fairfields Arts Centre, Council Road, Basingstoke, RG21 3DH
Students will be taught the basics in rhythm, movement and technique for street dance. This will range from top rocking, locking, waving, gliding and B-boying, all styles used under the umbrella of hip hop and street. The course will start with basics to give the students a chance to improve and incorporate more styles and techniques as the sessions progress. Students will also learn how to put the styles they have learnt into a routine and will learn the structure of choreographing routines for themselves. £2 per session
For more information, please contact Claire Wareham on 01256 845375 or email claire.wareham@basingstoke.gov.uk
