Christchurch Family Partnership Zone - Things to do for young people in and around Christchurch
Christchurch Activities for Young People (CAYP) Contact Name: Jae Harris Mobile No: 07785 935 928 Email: [email protected] www.christchurchactivities.org.uk Providing affordable activities to all young people and their families across the Christchurch area including during school holidays
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Scout Groups within the Christchurch area
1st Christchurch Town Scouts BH23 2JS 6th Christchurch Bransgore Scouts BH23 8DD 8th Christchurch Burton Scouts BH23 7NP 10th Christchurch Mudeford Scouts BH23 3NA
20th Christchurch Somerford Scouts BH23 3BZ 22nd Christchurch Hurn Air Scouts BH23 6DY
Contact Name: Sue Elliott Email: [email protected]
The Scout Organisation provide fun and challenging activities, unique experiences, everyday adventure and the chance to help others so that they make a positive impact in communities.
They provide different age groups starting with:
Beavers 6 years to 7/8years Cubs 8 years to 10 years Scouts 10 1/2 years to 14 years Explorer Scouts 14 to 18 years
Contact Sue Elliott above via e-mail to see where the nearest group to you is, what evenings the groups run and times. There may be places available but it will depend on the Scout Groups waiting list.
For more information about the Scout Organisation please use the links below or telephone: 08453 001 818
Email: [email protected] http://scouts.org.uk/home
Guide Groups within the Christchurch area
1st Christchurch Rainbows 1st Burton Guides 1st Highcliffe Rainbows 1st Mudeford Guides 2nd Bransgore Rainbows 2nd Bransgore Guides 1st Mudeford Brownies 3rd Christchurch Guides 2nd Mudeford Brownies 3rd Highcliffe Guides 2nd Burton Brownies 2nd Bransgore Brownies 3rd Bransgore Brownies 3rd Highcliffe Brownies 4th Highcliffe Brownies 3rd Christchurch Brownies 4th Christchurch Brownies 5th Christchurch Brownies
Contact details Phone: 01202 620006 Email: [email protected]
Girlguiding events, adventures and regular meetings empower girls to be their best and become confident women who are shaping a great future for girls everywhere. Whatever inspires your daughter, whatever her interests, guiding offers the chance to develop her potential They provide different age groups starting with: Rainbows 5 years to 7 years Brownies 7 years to 10 years Guides 10 years to 14 years Senior Section 14 years to 25 years
To find out more about the Girl Guiding Organisation please use the link below https://www.girlguiding.org.uk
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Christchurch Tennis Club Iford Sports Complex, Barrack Road, Christchurch BH23 2BA Phone: 01202 486309 Email: [email protected]
A friendly and active tennis club. They welcome new players and members to join them at any time of the year.
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Christchurch Sea Cadets
Portfield Hall, Portfield Road, Christchurch, BH23 2AQ Phone: 01202 473556 Email: [email protected]
They work with age group 12 to 18 years old
As a Sea Cadet you can go to sea, learn to sail and do adventure training, plus get extra skills to give you a great head start in life. Christchurch Sea Cadets is part of the UK's oldest nautical youth charity.
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Somerford Youth & Community Centre (also includes CAYP as over) Bingham Road, Somerford BH23 3AH Contact Name: Jae Harris Phone: 01202 476882 Mobile: 07785 935 928 Email: [email protected]
Somerford Youth & Community Centre are offering sessions for young people on:
Monday Juniors Ages 8-11 years 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Inters Ages 12-14 years 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday Seniors Ages 18-25years 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Seniors Ages 15-17years 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday Duke of Edinburgh 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Inters Ages 12-14years 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday Juniors Ages 8-11years 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Seniors Ages 15-17years 7:30pm - 9:30pm
You may also be able to hire rooms or the building for a fair price, contact Jae Harris (details above)
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Royal Air Force Air Cadets
171 Squadron Air Training Corps, 3 Wickfield Avenue, Christchurch, BH23 1JB Phone: 01202 471671 Email: [email protected]
They work with age group 12 to 17 years old
Their aim is to promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force among young people. Provide training which will be useful in the Services and civilian life. Encourage the spirit of adventure and develop qualities of leadership and good citizenship.
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Christchurch Sailing Club The Quay, Christchurch BH23 1BY Phone: 01202 483150 Email: [email protected]
Age group of 12 and up
Situated near Christchurch Quay on the River Stour adjoining Christchurch Harbour, the Club has active dinghy and cruiser fleets, offering racing and cruising events, as well as an active social programme. The Club welcomes applications from anyone over 12 years of age who wishes to participate in active sailing, either boat owners or those wanting to crew.
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Bournemouth Cricket Club - Christchurch Bournemouth Sports Club Ltd., Chapel Gate, Parley, Christchurch BH23 6BL Phone: 01202 581933 Email: [email protected]
The Club prides itself on being able to offer cricket and coaching for players of all ages, genders, race and abilities. They operate a diverse and inclusive Cricket Policy. They have a thriving youth section ranging from 5/6 years to under 16's.
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Christchurch & Burton Karate Club (Gojo Ryu) St Joseph's Primary School, Dorset Road, Christchurch BH23 3DA
Contact Name: Paul Bussell Phone: 07774 449579 (normal office hours) Email: [email protected]
The Karate club runs two sessions each Wednesday evening. The junior section regularly attracts 30+ students and begins at 6:30pm. The adult session with 20+ students follows at 7:30pm. Sensei Debby (4th Dan) and Sensei Paul (4th Dan) will be pleased to welcome beginners and students of all grades, ages and abilities to their Goju Ryu martial arts club.
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Christchurch Football Club Hurn Bridge Sports Club, Avon Causeway, Hurn, Christchurch BH23 6DY Phone: 01202 473792 Email: [email protected]
They have a strong youth section and provide a community based club for all ages in the Christchurch area.
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Godfirst Family Church-Christchurch, Hope House, Christchurch, BH23 2JS Phone: 01202 470480 Email: [email protected]
They meet every Sunday, 10:00am at the Highcliffe Day Centre, 11:00am at the Regent Theatre. They are a lively church gathering over 200 people of all age groups and walks of life. At GodFirst we love families and value children as an important part in the life of the church.
Age Range: 9-13, 5-8, 0-4, 14
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Swish of the Curtain Theatre School At various addresses across Christchurch - contact them through their Head Office: Swish of the Curtain Theatre School, 792 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH7 6DD Phone: 01202 418999 Email: [email protected] www.swishofthecurtain.co.uk
They cater for all ages from 2 to 20 in all areas of the performing arts, employing specialist professional teachers to give children stage, exam and performance training in acting, singing, dancing and much more besides.
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Bournemouth Rugby Club Chapel Gate, East Parley, Christchurch BH23 6BL Primary contact: James Mills Phone: 07584 208 500 Email: [email protected]
They are always on the lookout for new members of any age and ability. Bournemouth rugby play and train at the address above. If you are interested in playing, coaching, volunteering then please contact them at [email protected]
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Christchurch Library & Learning Centre
Druitt Buildings, High Street, Christchurch BH23 1AW Phone: 01202 485938 Email: [email protected]
Libraries and Learning Centre's offer holiday programmes including a variety of accessible, safe and affordable activities for children and young people during their school holidays.
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United Reform Church in Christchurch
High Cross Church, 58-60 Amethyst Road, Somerford BH23 3EB Email: [email protected]
Soul Juice is a youth group for 11 - 18 year olds held on a Friday evening at High Cross Church from 7pm - 9pm. They have a varied programme of activities throughout the year including skittles, ten pin bowling, flower arranging & cake making.
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The Lighthouse
20 Barrack Road, Christchurch BH23 1PE
The Lighthouse is open on a Wednesday evening from 7pm - 10pm for 13 - 19 year olds for a drop in session where they have a varied programme running. Thursday they run a music project for young people, open from 7pm - 10pm.
(They will be opening on a Monday evening to provide more targeted work running projects such as 'Cooking on a budget, CV compiling, Job Hunting' etc.)
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Useful Information and websites to help in your search
The Xchange was created by Dorset County Council in response to requests from families of children and young people who are disabled. It provides information of places and things to do across the County. https://www.xchangeonline.co.uk
You can also look on the Dorset for You website through the link below https://www.dorsetforyou.gov.uk