Issue 6 (Winter 13 & Spring 14) Welc ome to the C Learning CONTENTS: What’s On Where Newsletter! Winter 2013 & Spring 2014 1. Health & Fitness 2. Community Groups This newsletter covers the groups, classes and courses that are running 3. Hobbies & Interests throughout the Falkirk Council area. The locations of the groups are given in the descriptor 4. ICT & Computing but please contact the centre to check the day and time and if there is any cost for attending the group. 5. Core Skills If you want any more information, please contact your local Community Education Centre. All of the 6. Groups for Children & addresses, telephone numbers and email contacts are Young People in section 9 ‘About Community Learning & Development’. 7. Feature Pages If you want, you can arrange for an informal chat with a 8. Spotlight On… local Community Learning & Development Worker. They can help you to identify your learning needs and 9. About Community give you information on the opportunities that are Learning & Development available including childcare. 10. Resources This newsletter will be published twice a year, please return the ‘Contact Us’ form on the back page if you 11. Community Halls would like the next issue sent to you automatically. Or email us on [email protected] 12. Contact us Happy reading! Community Learning & Development Falkirk Council HEALTH & FITNESS ZUMBA TAI CHI Ditch the workout and join the party!! Zumba Tai Chi is a very popular class that promotes fuses Latin and International rhythms and easy to stress relief, flexibility and mobility, improved follow moves to create a one of a kind fitness circulation, body strengthening, co-ordination, session that will blow you away! Or try Zumba improved balance. All welcome. Body Conditioning for an extra workout. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk Various Community Centres throughout – please contact your local centre for more Falkirk – please contact your local centre for information more information KEEP FIT This class is aimed at over 50’s but anyone can join in. It is gentle exercise to music and also includes floor exercises (if you are unable to do the floor exercise you can use a chair) All welcome. Tryst Community Education Centre Grangemouth Community Education Unit AQUACISE TAEKWON-DO An exercise session in the pool to build fitness A very popular form of martial arts combining and flexibility without straining the joints. combat techniques, self defence, sport and Wider Access to School Project (WASP) exercise. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk OPEN SWIMMING – please contact your local centre for more An opportunity to enjoy a leisurely swim or build information up the laps! A qualified lifeguard will be present at all sessions. KARATE Wider Access to School Project (WASP) This is a non-competitive self defence class based on various styles of Karate. Children’s classes FITNESS TRAINING (5 -16 years) and adults classes (over 16s) This mixed class consists of cardiovascular available. exercises and ‘boxercise’ orientated circuit Greenpark Education Centre training. There are also a small range of running Slamannan Education Centre and cycling machines. Camelon Community Project KEMPO JU-JITSU Wider Access to School Project (WASP) Learn the ancient Japanese martial art of Ju-Jistu. Open to new members. KEEP FIT Maddiston Community Centre The group is open to all ages and abilities – so come along and join us! ARCHERY Shieldhill Community Wing Mixed group open to all ages from 10 upwards. All equipment supplied, beginners course runs annually in the Autumn. Grange Community Education Centre BASKETBALL A group of adults meet on Sunday evenings and are open to new members. Come along, get fit and keep active! Grange Community Education Centre Contact us : [email protected] EG YPTIAN DANCING SKATERS This class runs weekly – a chance to keep fit and Calling all skaters! Come along to our practice have fun with an experienced tutor teaching you sessions for quod skaters or get some training if the steps. you are still a novice. Grangemouth Community Education Unit Bonnybridge Education Centre TEA DANCE STEPFORTH A weekly group open to Senior Citizens giving Step Forth run a programme of short weekly opportunities to socialise, exercise and have fun. volunteer led walks across Falkirk open to people of Greenpark Community Education Centre all ages and abilities. If you are a new mum come along to one of the buggy walks. They also run free Nordic walking classes in partnership with the Helix. Various locations throughout Falkirk (please contact Barbara McConnell 01324 504556 for more information) RELAXATION & MEDITATION Everyone who attends receives an information pack on techniques including how to cope with stress, how to relax, how to stay mentally healthy. Listen to relaxing music in a caring friendly atmosphere. All welcome. SALSA Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk Find your inner Latin rhythm and come along to – please contact your local centre for more learn some Salsa moves! Open to new members information of all abilities. Ettrick Dochart Centre PILATES Pilates is a workout for the body and the mind, BALLROOM DANCING focusing on the core postural muscles which Whether you don’t know your left foot from your help keep the body balanced. Benefits include right or you are a waltzing expert come along and improvement in strength, flexibility and posture. learn new steps or brush up on your skills. Camelon Community Project Airth Community Hall Greenpark Community Education Centre LINE DANCING To keep healthy and fit and have fun at the same time come line dancing. From the beginner to the more adventurous – there is something for everyone. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more information POLMONT RAMBLERS CLUB The Polmont Ramblers meet every week at the YOGA Greenpark Centre. The route varies from week to The practice of Yoga is at least 5000 years old. week. This is a very popular group so you may Using movement, breathing, posture, relaxation and have to go on a waiting list to join. meditation it can help bring balance and harmony of Greenpark Community Education Centre the mind, body and emotions. Suitable for all ages. Various Community Centres throughout Falkirk JOGGING CLUB – please contact your local centre for more Get your running shoes on! Come along for information support, encouragement and a couple of tips on how to get the best out of your jog. This group all jog at their own pace – all ages and abilities are welcome. Greenpark Community Education Centre Contact us : [email protected] 50+ ACTIVITY FORUM LADIES RECREATION GROUP Meets regularly for social and information events Meeting weekly for indoor bowling and social including regular outings and trips. Chance to activities. catch up with old friends and make some new Grangemouth Community Education Unit ones. Grangemouth Community Education Unit BADMINTON CLUB Several different groups including mixed, ladies SMOKING CESSATION GROUP only. Open to new members of all ages and Working in partnership with a number of agencies abilities (children must be supervised). including the NHS, these groups provide “one- Various Community Centres throughout stop-shop” service to the local community, giving Falkirk – please contact your local centre for support to anyone who is looking to give up more information smoking. Westquarter Community Project FRUIT BARRA Healthy, fresh fruit and vegetables on sale locally and conveniently at low prices – some are also accepting Healthy Start vouchers! Currently running in California Community Hall, Slamannan, Maddiston, Shieldhill, Camelon & Grange Community Centres NETBALL Others are jumping on the ‘barra’ soon so Ladies netball club, play for fun & keep fit. Open contact your local centre to find out! to new members regardless of ability. Bonnybridge Community Education Centre ADULTS FOOTBALL Various five-a-side football teams looking for new members. Get fit, keep fit and make new friends. Bonnybridge Community Education Centre SLIMMING CLASS Come along for support and advice on how to make good food choices to help lose unwanted weight or just maintain your weight and improve your health. All welcome. Wider Access to School Project (WASP) TABLE TENNIS Several groups including mixed and over 50’s. Open to new members of all abilities. Looking for kids football? Grange Community Education Centre Turn to Section 6 Groups for Children & Young People CARPET BOWLERS Mixed group open to new members to play non- competitively and to meet new friends on a weekly basis. HELP FOR VETERANS Various Community Centres throughout AND THEIR FAMILIES Falkirk – please contact your local centre for more information The Armed Services Advice Project (ASAP) offers assistance and support to anyone who is a serving or former member of the UK Armed Services including National Service, Territorial Army, Reserve Forces or their immediate dependants. Contact Denny & Dunipace Citizens Advice Bureau 01324 829160 for more information Contact us : [email protected] COMMUNITY GROUPS D.A.S.H . (DEPRESSION & ANXIETY SUPPORT & HELP GROUP) These groups are open to adults with depression and anxiety problems and aim to give support and understanding in a confidential and informal setting. FREE. Camelon Community Project Dawson Centre BASIC COOKING CLASS HOMESTART FAMILY GROUPS Can’t cook or won’t cook, why not come Homestart offer support and friendship to families along to our 6 week course and learn the with at least one child under 5, giving an basic skills. This course is funded by NHS. opportunity to meet other parents in a friendly FREE. environment, giving support at a time when life is Various Community Centres throughout particularly difficult. Children are cared for by our Falkirk – please contact your local centre for crèche. FREE. more information Various Community Centres (please contact Sandra or Carole on 01324 829444 PEER EDUCATION for further information) Peer education is an approach which empowers young people to work with their peers.