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Contents Contents Sport
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Club Nights
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Venue Addresses Youth Clubs & Projects 29-38
Streetwork
Cinema, Music & Theatre 39-43
Dance
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www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure Broxbourne The Guide leisure@broxbourne.gov.uk @YouthBroxbourne Youth Development Officer: 01992 785555 extension 5908
Broxbourne Civic Hall High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8BE Tel: 01992 441946 BoxOffice@broxbourne.gov.uk
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Cheshunt Park Golf Centre Park Lane, Cheshunt, EN7 6QD 01992 624009 Tel: Golf.leisure@broxbourne.gov.uk Courses & Workshops 46-49
Outdoor Activities 50 & Youth Facilities
Advice Services & Volunteering
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Goffs Sports & Arts Centre Goffs Lane, Cheshunt, EN7 5QW 01992 623345 Tel: The John Warner Sports Centre Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon, EN11 0QG 01992 445375 Tel: jwsc@broxbourne.gov.uk
The Laura Trott Leisure Centre Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ Tel: 01992 623345 ltlc@broxbourne.gov.uk Herts Young Mariners Base (HYMB) 231 Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ 01992 628403 Tel: Website: www.hymb.com Look out for our new look website with online booking facilities Lowewood Museum High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8BH 01992 445596 Tel: Museum.leisure@broxbourne.gov.uk Wolsey Hall Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AA
Local Partnerships 54-55 She Herts is the countywide initiative promoting opportunities for women and girls to participate in sport and physical activity. Wherever you see this logo in this brochure, these projects are aimed specifically at women and girls
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Broxbourne
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MONDAY 23 FEBRUARY – SUNDAY 1 MARCH
Please vote online at www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure
Broxbourne Youth Week is a programme of events and activities to celebrate and support Broxbourne’s young people White Water Rafting
See young people compete in the rafting challenge When: Monday 23 February, 6 -8pm Where: Lee Valley White Water Centre, Station Road, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire EN9 1AB Cost: Free Contact: Steve Whitlam on 01992 785577 (Note: the actual rafting is limited to young people who will be selected by schools and youth groups)
Special Olympics East Herts When: Tuesday 24 February, 5-6pm Where: East Herts Boccia Club, Shooting Stars group, Presdales, Hoe Lane, Ware SG12 9NX Cost: £3 Age: 11 - 16 Contact: Rita on 07791741672
Special Olympics East Herts When: Tuesday 24 February, 6-7pm Where: East Herts Boccia Club, Shooting Stars group, Presdales, Hoe Lane, Ware SG12 9NX Cost: £3 Age: 18 years + Contact: Rita on 07791741672
Life and Lyrics Project
When: Wednesday 25 February, from 4pm Where: Waltham Cross Recording Studio, Waltham Cross Youth Centre, Stanhope Road, Waltham Cross EN8 7DJ Cost: Free Age: 13 - 19 years Contact: Richard Harding on Richard. Harding@nacro.org.uk
Youth Debate
When: Wednesday 25 February, 7-9pm Where: Broxbourne Council, Council Chamber, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt EN8 9XQ Cost: Free Age: 11 - 19 years Contact: Howard Garner on 01992 588220 or Howard.Garner@ hertfordshire.gov.uk
Volunteering Fair
When: Thursday 26 February, 10am-2pm Where: Hertford Regional College, Broxbourne Campus, Turnford EN10 6AE Cost: Free Age: 13+ Contact: Lena Brooks on 01992 903274 or Barbara Stone on 01992 411455
X-Plosion Youth Disco
When: Friday 27 February, 7.30-10.30pm Where: Wolsey Hall, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt EN8 9AA Cost: £4.70 in advance / £6 on the door Age: 11 - 14 years Contact: Tickets available from The Laura Trott Leisure Centre and Broxbourne Civic Hall.
Dance Classes
When: Friday 27 February, 7-7.30pm Where: Step2step Dance Academy, New River Trading Estate, Cheshunt EN8 0NJ Cost: £3 Age: All ages welcome Contact: Katie Clapham on katie_ clapham@hotmail.com
Disability Swim Session
When: Sunday 1 March, 4-5pm Where: The John Warner Sports Centre, Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon EN11 0QF Cost: Free Age: All ages Contact: 01992 445375
Disability Swim Session
When: Sunday 1 March, 4-5pm Where: The Laura Trott Leisure Centre, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt EN8 9AJ Cost: Free Age: All ages
The Borough of Broxbourne is celebrating its first ever Youth Week, from Monday 23 February – Sunday 1 March 2015, which will culminate in the Broxbourne Youth Awards. The awards will take place on the evening of Saturday 28 February at Broxbourne Civic Hall. The awards are a celebration of the achievements of young people and those working to provide services for young people in Broxbourne.
The categories are as follows: Young Volunteer of the Year Broxbourne’s Young Sports Personality of the Year Broxbourne’s Youth Team Achievement of the Year Youth Project of the Year Youth Disability project of the Year Club of the Year Youth Worker Award Young People’s Charity of the Year Young Person’s Achievement Award 2015 Inspirational Teacher Award Can you nominate a young person or group so they can be officially recognised and awarded for their achievements and contributions?
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM BY NO LATER THAN 5PM ON FRIDAY 30 JANUARY 2015
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For further information contact the Youth Development Officer on 01992 785555 or visit www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure
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Sports Satellite Clubs By 2017, Sport England aims to offer every secondary school the opportunity to host a satellite community sports club on its site, with a direct link to a local sports club within the area. The objective is to help the local club to increase the number of 14 - 25 year olds taking part in sport for at least 30 minutes per week, as well as reduce the number of young people dropping out of sport. Current Satellite Club provision in the Borough of Broxbourne is as follows:
Girls Football Broomfield Youth Football Club When: Every Wednesday at St Marys High School (Term Time Only) 3.30pm - 4.30pm (from 3rd March 2015) When: Every Tuesday at Goffs School (Term Time Only) 3.35pm - 4.35pm These sessions are run in partnership with Broomfield Youth Football Club which is a FA Charter Standard Club and recently Community Club of the Year. All coaching is carried out by highly qualified FA coaches from the club and focuses on skill development and game play.
Gymfit
Volleyball
Affinity Gymnastics Club
Bishops Stortford Volleyball Club
When: Every Thursday at the John Warner School (Term Time Only) 3.45pm - 4.30pm
When: Every Tuesday at Sheredes School (Term Time Only) 3.15pm - 4.15pm
Affinity Gymnastics Club is running low cost GymFit sessions to all girls aged 11 - 25 years. The special programme created by British Gymnastics is fun and an alternative way to get fit using gymnastics techniques. The programme is suitable for all abilities and will help build strength, flexibility and coordination. There is also the option of trying out apparatus and floor work at the end of the session. To book into these sessions please contact Jennifer Page jennifer@affinitygymnastics.co.uk or telephone 07734 821290.
Volleyball is an exciting and growing sport. The sessions provided by Bishops Stortford Volleyball Club are very competent, and offer a great exposure to the techniques and tactics that all volleyball players should know to progress in the game. To book, please contact Jonathon Sands by emailing bishopsstortfordvolleyball@ gmail.com or call 07795 606087. Cost: FREE
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Tennis
If you would like more information or to take up the offer, please contact Daniel Moss by emailing daniel.moss@broomfieldyouth.com or alternately call 07581 099156.
3TENN Tennis When: Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday at Goffs School (Term Time Only) 3.30pm - 4.30pm
Cost: FREE
3TENN is a registered charity and grass roots junior tennis team initiative aimed at encouraging more young people to play tennis. 3TENN has highly qualified coaches who are extremely committed to providing quality tennis coaching and development to all ages and abilities. To book into these sessions please contact Mandy Bishop bishopmandy14@gmail or telephone 07551 285032 Cost: FREE 6
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Give Your Town The Run Around Sunday 22 March. Races start at 10.30am Hoddesdon Town Centre
Pay and Play ActivitiesBadminton/Table Tennis During school holidays and weekends (subject to availability) 10am - 4pm
Building on the success of the September 2014 event, Give Your Town The Run Around is back and showcase what can be achieved locally. Either participate in the 2k, 5k or 8k run, these are timed events which have closed roads, or join in a great event all centred around Hoddesdon High Street , with lots of fun for all the family.
The Laura Trott Leisure Centre
Cost: £5 to compete in the 2k run, £10 to compete in the 5k or 8k races
Cost: Badminton £6 per court per hour Table Tennis £4.10 per court per hour
Further information: www.giveyourtowntherunaround.com
Come and have fun with your friends and family by booking a badminton court or a table tennis session. Pre booking is essential as sessions are subject to availability. To book a session, call 01992 623345. Age: 5 - 16
Basketball Club Every Monday, 5pm - 6pm The Sports Hall, Hertford Regional College, Broxbourne Campus, High Road, Turnford, EN10 6AE The Basketball Partnership, made up of Ware Rebels Basketball Club, Russell Hoops and BCW Sports, have teamed up with Broxbourne Borough Council to offer a community basketball club for boys and girls aged 12 - 16. Come along, learn new skills and techniques and play in mini-tournaments. All levels welcome. Appropriate clothing and footwear is required. For more information call Ben on 07791 011043 or email benrussell@russellhoops.com Age: 12 - 16 Cost: £2 per session 8
Basketball When: Thursdays from 8 January, 4.45pm - 6.15pm Sheredes Secondary School, Cock Lane, Hoddesdon Russell Hoops Basketball Academy has been selected to run a 6 week “Sportivate” initiative supported by Sport England. This will be an opportunity for any basketball enthusiast to take part in 6 weekly sessions of basketball with minimum expense. If the person completes all 6 weeks they will receive discounted fees for Hoddesdon Bowls Club further sessions with the Academy. Tuesdays, 5pm - 8pm. The session is for young people 194 Lord Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8NL between the ages of 11 and 25 who The aim of the club is to introduce want to sample some basketball. This bowls to young people and provide is a fun session delivered by qualified coaching in all aspects of the game. coaches from the Russell Hoops Equipment provided - just come with Basketball Academy and supported by flat shoes. Bowls is a sport for all, the Sport England. current ladies world champion is just For further information call Ben Russell 18 years old. on 07791 011043 or via email at Contact Ann Pateman on 01992 benrussell@russellhoops.com 460566 for more information. Cost: FREE Age: 11 - 18 Cost: Yearly cost of £10
Broxbourne Badgers Boccia PHAB Club
Every other Sunday, 2pm - 4pm Hoddesdon Baptist Church Hall, Burford Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HX Broxbourne Badgers is an exciting new Boccia club in the area offering high quality coaching to all ages and abilities. The club is always looking for new members, so come along and give boccia a go! You will be welcomed by all of our members and find a place where you can relax and have fun playing a fantastic inclusive sport! For more information, contact Peter Stannard on 07752 017269 or via email at broxbournebadgersboccia@hotmail. co.uk Age: 9 - 20 Cost: £2 per session (inc refreshments)
Holdbrook Doorstep Sport Club - Boxing Thursdays, 5pm - 7pm The Goodman Centre, Longcroft Drive, Waltham Cross, EN8 7PZ Doorstep Sport Clubs (DSC) are a Sport England initiative to bring sporting opportunities to young people in their communities. Broxbourne Council has received DSC funding to set up a boxing project in partnership with Tottenham & Enfield Boxing Club. These weekly sessions will use boxing techniques to help young people get fit and strong. Age: 14 - 25 Cost: FREE
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Cheshunt Amateur Boxing Club
Tottenham & Enfield Boxing Club / Waltham Newtown Youth Club
The Cheshunt Club, Albury Ride, Cheshunt, EN8 8XG
Juniors: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 5.30pm - 7pm
Monday Beginners: 6pm - 7pm Selected Carded Juniors: 6.30pm 8.30pm Carded + Non-carded Seniors: 7pm - 9pm
Seniors: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Tuesday Non-carded Juniors: 6pm - 7pm Other Carded Juniors: 7pm - 9pm Wednesday Beginners: 6pm - 7pm Selected Carded Juniors: 7pm - 9pm Carded + Non-carded Seniors: 7pm - 9pm Thursday Non-carded Juniors: 6pm - 7pm Other Carded Juniors: 7pm - 9pm Friday Selected Beginners: 6.30pm - 8pm Selected Carded Juniors: 6.30pm - 8pm Carded + Non-carded Seniors: 6.30pm - 8pm Sunday Everyone: 10am - 11am Qualified coaches train members in boxing skills and techniques as well as general fitness. Contact Mark Bliss (Senior Coach) on 07956 121847 for further information. Age: 8+ Cost: £3 for carded juniors and seniors and children under 16 £5 for adult keep fitters men and women aged 16 or over
The Goodman Centre, Longcroft Drive, Waltham Cross EN8 7PZ The Tottenham & Enfield Boxing Club was formed in 1946 as the Enfield Boxing Club. It is a highly successful amateur club which has 21 carded boxers and was involved in over 80 bouts last season. Football training is also provided at the centre. For more information contact Mr Stuart Clench on 07795 223349
Every Wednesday 4 March - 8 April, 5pm - 6pm
Valley White Water Centre allowing them to hire kit at reception and get out on the lake on their own.
Lee Valley White Water Centre, Station Road, Waltham Cross, EN9 1AB
We will then be looking to take these paddlers through to the level 2 and level 3 stages on the legacy course.
This 6 week course aims to get females into paddle sport in a relaxed atmosphere.
Limited to 20 spaces under the instruction of 2 coaches
Sessions will be based on the lake and offer the opportunity to try the sport for the first time. Week 6 will be a white water session on the legacy course. Each participant will receive a record of the skills they’ve learned at Level 1. Level 1 is designed for people with no previous experience of paddle sports and includes the key skills needed to progress in the sport. On successful completion of Level 1, participants will be competent to paddle on the lake at Lee
Age:
11+ - young people under the age of 14 must be under parental supervision at all times
Cost: FREE Contact: Jack Pringle tel: 01992 709872 or email JPringle@leevalleypark.org.uk
Cost: £3 per session plus membership fee
Cheshunt Olympic Preparation Squad
ISS Academy
Wednesdays: 4.30pm - 6.30pm
As of September The ISS Academy have made The Laura Trott Leisure Centre their new home for professional football coaching for ages 3 - 17.
Saturdays: 9.30am - 11.30am (except on competition weeks) Herts Young Mariners Base, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ If you already have some experience in kayaking or canoeing, come and learn the skills required to become a competitor. This squad focuses on skills required for competing in, for example, Slalom, Marathon, Sprint and Polo Competitions. The squad also offers opportunities throughout the year to attend competition events in various disciplines. For more information or to book your place please contact HYMB on 01992 628403 or email hymb@hertfordshire.gov.uk Age: 9 - 18 Cost: £5 HYMB membership (yearly) plus £5 per session
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Girls Canoe/Paddlesports
The Laura Trott Leisure Centre
Inter Samba Soccer was set up in 2009 and has proved to be a success with many local boys and girls offered opportunities to develop with ISS and then onto professional clubs including Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal, Chelsea, West Ham United and QPR. ISS provides quality, professional coaching in a safe, fun environment led by UEFA and FA qualified coaches. ISS have a range of sessions starting at Laura Trott Leisure Centre including Futsal sessions, Youth Development sessions for 7 - 13 year olds, Saturday Morning Club for 14 - 17 year olds and School Holiday Coaching Days.
ISS work closely with local football grassroots clubs and regularly signpost boys and girls into local development focussed clubs. For more information on The ISS Academy visit www.theissacademy.co.uk or call 07525 495818. Term Time - January 2015 to April 2015 Monday 6pm - 7.30pm Youth Development U12 - U13s, £10 Tuesday 5pm - 6pm 3 - 6yr olds, £5 Thursday 5.30pm - 7pm Youth Development & Futsal U7 - U11s £10 Saturday 10am - 11.30am Saturday Morning Club U14 - U17s, £10 October Half Term Tuesday and Thursday 10am - 1pm, £20
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Broxbourne Borough Youth FC Every day The Stadium, V&E Sports Ground, Goffs Lane, Cheshunt, Herts EN75QN Development squad with teams from under 7 to under 18s. Time: From 3.30pm (Monday to Friday), 9am (Saturday and Sunday) Age: 3 - 18 Cost: £3 per sessions Contact: Sandra Robinson (Youth Secretary) on 07812 515554
Cheshunt Football Club Match days on Saturday and Tuesday. Training every night of the week. Kick off - Saturday 3pm, Tuesday 7.45pm Cheshunt Football Club, The Stadium, Theobalds Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 8RU Enjoy the action and excitement of match days at Cheshunt Football Club, who play semi-professional football in the Ryman League North and FA Cup at our 3,000 capacity ground on Theobalds Lane. The club also fields a reserve team and has a large youth section for all ages from U4’s to U18’s. Check our website for fixtures: www.cheshuntfc.com
Hoddesdon Owls Girls and Ladies Football Club
Pay and Play Football on the Astro Turf Pitches
Wednesdays
Term time every Saturday and Sunday. Holidays: Monday - Sundays, 9am 4.30pm
The John Warner Sports Centre Hoddesdon Owls FC is a girls and ladies specific club that provides a safe and enjoyable environment to learn and play football. You can join a team or just attend training. The coaches have Football Association qualifications and are all fully CRB checked. The club is a FA Charter Standard club. For more information, contact Colin Ince on 07828 190628.
The John Warner Sports Centre Unsupervised sessions on the Astroturf pitches. Proof of age must be provided. Age: 8 - 16 Cost: £1.25 Age: 17 - 18 Cost: £3.40
Friday Night Football
Age: 6+
Fridays, 6pm - 9pm
Wednesdays from 4.30pm - 5.30pm
Cost: Adults £6.50; OAP & students £4; U16 £1; season membership £25
Time: 6pm - 7pm (Girls) 7pm - 8pm (Ladies)
Goffs Sports and Arts Centre
Meet at Hurst Drive School, Hurst Drive, Waltham Cross EN8 8DH
Age: 10 - 15
Cost: First session free then £5 per session thereafter
Hurst Drive Youth FC
Welcome boys and girls aged 6 - 11yrs to play football in our small friendly club, with matches each week in the Mid Herts Rural Minors League. Our full qualified coaches ensure that training sessions are fun and informative. For more information, please contact Paul - 07967 341173 or Richard - 07976 649905
Contact Maria Hicks on 01992 625793 for more information
Enjoy an informal kickabout with your friends on Goffs’ modern astroturf surface. These sessions are unsupervised but staff from the centre are on site should they be required. Age: 11 - 19 Cost: FREE
Free Running Every Sunday The Laura Trott Leisure Centre Free running lessons which offer students the chance to enter into a graded training programme that includes stretching, strength, stamina training, diet/nutrition and spatial awareness exercises.
Cost:
The cost is £25 per calendar month.
Time:
2pm - 3pm
Age:
7+
The lessons are a complete mind and body experience for all experience levels to enjoy. For further information contact Jim Howes on 07855 833736 12
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Learn to Play Golf Cheshunt Park Golf Centre For Young Ones, Teens, and beyond! Enjoy developing your golf skills in a fun and safe environment. Lessons are arranged by appointment for a one-toone 30 minutes session from £10. Group lessons are available at the weekend and during school holidays. Early fundamentals are important as they are the foundation for development. Sessions focus on the correct starting position for the swing followed by the correct body and arm movements. Basic golf rules and how to play a golf hole provide a rewarding early experience. Facilities include outdoor practise range, bunker and putting green. For information and bookings please call Adrian Shearn PGA Professional on Mobile: 07940 496 248 Email: learnwithshearn@hotmail.co.uk
HOLIDAY COURSES, AFTER SCHOOL AND WEEKEND SESSIONS: Saturday Breakfast Club Time: 8.45am - 9.45am and 10am - 11am Course 1: 4 weeks January 17, 24, 31 and February 7 Course 2: 5 weeks February 28, March 7, 14, 21 and 28 Venue: Cheshunt Park Golf Centre Age: 15 years and under Cost: £6 per lesson or £15 for 3week course £20 for 4 week course £25 for 5 week course Thursday After School Club Time: 4 - 5pm Course 1: Thursdays 29 January, 5, 12 February Course 2: 5, 12, 19, 26 March Venue: Cheshunt Park Golf Centre Age: 15 years and under £6 per lesson or £15 for 3 Cost: week course. ONE-TO-ONE LESSONS: Junior one to one lessons can be organised at any time during the week to suit your timetable. Venue: Cheshunt Park Golf Centre Age: Any Cost: Prices start from £10 for a 30 minute session
Grundy Park Gymnastics Club The Laura Trott Leisure Centre, EN8 9AJ Fun recreational gymnastic classes following the British Gymnastics Association core proficiency and advanced awards. Structured classes develop balance, co-ordination, spatial awareness and build confidence in a safe and stimulating environment. Tuesdays 3.40pm, 4.20pm, 5.05pm, & 5.50pm Saturdays 9am, 10.05am, 11.10am & 12.15pm (New) British Gymnastics Association Action, Balance and Coordination Programme. Coaches are British Gymnastics qualified. For further information, call Tony and Julie Bushnell on 01621 858890 or 07729626651. Age: 5 - 16 Cost: £5 per class (discounts if paying termly)
“My Club” Affinity Gymnastics Club
GymFit Affinity Gymnastics Club
Monday’s 6.15pm - 7.45pm
Thursday’s 4pm - 4.45 pm (Gymfit) 4.45pm - 5.15pm (Gymnastics Floor Skills)
Sheredes Primary School, Benford Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 8LL MY Club allows the gymnasts to plan their own activities. Guided by coaches they can form groups to create sessions tailored to their needs. My Club is about fun and friendship as well as training and learning new skills. www.facebook.com/AffinityGymnastics
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Age: School years 7 - 10 (age 11 - 16) Cost:
£7.50 per class (plus Annual Membership fee £21.50 and booked in termly blocks)
Sports Hall, The John Warner School, Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon, EN11 0QF GymFit aims to improve general fitness and physical condition via a series of fun and challenging work cards. Combined with the Gymnastics Floor skills classes, we’ll be working on some great skills such as rolls, handstands, cartwheels and walkovers. Age: School years 7 - 10 (age 11 - 16) Cost: £2.50 per GymFit class, £3.50 per GymFit AND Gymnastics Floor Skills classes (part funded by British Gymnastics and booked in half-termly blocks) 15
Broxbourne Hockey Club
Cheshunt V&E Ju-Jitsu Club
Broxbourne Sports Club, Mill Lane, Broxbourne, EN10 7BA
Mondays and Wednesdays
Broxbourne Hockey Club welcomes all children who would like to give hockey a try. If you are already playing at school and want to play for a club, then we’re the Club for you!
Cheshunt V&E Dojo, Goffs Lane, Cheshunt, Herts, EN7 5QN
Age/Time: Up to Year 9 on Sunday mornings and Year 10+ training on Tuesday evening (girls) or Wednesday evening (boys), during Autumn and Spring Terms. Cost:
From £60 for annual membership
For more information, please contact Broxbourne Hockey Club juniors@broxbournehc.co.uk
We teach the traditional art of Ju-Jitsu. This encompasses all forms of striking and throwing techniques. Participants will also learn how to restrain an opponent by applying locks to various parts of the body whilst standing or on the ground. Weapons’ training is also provided to higher grades. Student progression is realised via a recognised and structured grading system. We are members of the Jikishin Ju-Jitsu Association and United Kingdom of Martial Arts (UKMA).
Hoddesdon and Cheshunt Karate - KSTSK
Cheshunt Karate Club
Tuesdays, 6.30pm - 7.30pm Goffs Sport and Art Centre, Goffs Lane, Cheshunt
Tuesdays, 7.15pm - 8.15pm, 8.30pm - 10pm Thursdays, 7pm - 8pm, 8pm - 9.30pm Rosedale Sports Club, Andrews Lane, Cheshunt (Tuesdays)
BJJ Hertfordshire Monday, Thursday and Saturday Salisbury Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire EN11 0HY BJJ Hertfordshire offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and submission grappling classes. Get fit, build confidence, have fun and learn one of the most effective ground based martial arts. We operate an open door policy, everyone is welcome, as long as you are willing to respect your training partners. Age: Adults over 16yrs Kids under 15yrs Cost: Please contact for more details For more information including training times, call Enzo Vullo on 07867 511803 or visit www.BJJHertfordshire.co.uk
Goffs Oak Junior School, Millcrest Road, Goffs Oak (Thursdays) We teach traditional shotokan karate in a friendly environment. Separate kids and adult classes for safety. Free trial membership. No joining or membership fees. For further details please contact Sensei Pell on 07710 523861 or check out their website at www.cheshuntkarate.co.uk for more information. Age: 7+ Cost: £20 per month
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For full details please visit http://www.jikishin.com/Clubs/ Cheshunt.htm For further information please call Steve Spicer on 01992 444451 or 07923 493510. Age: 16+. N.B. Younger ages accepted if physically suitable Time: 8.15pm for session duration 8.30pm - 10pm Cost: £6 per session for first two lessons. Membership and licence fees are then required. Cost dependent upon age.
Sundays, 4pm - 5pm The John Warner Sport Centre, Hoddesdon Shotokan Karate is the practice and development of blocking and striking techniques for the purpose of self defence, health and self-development within a specified code of behaviour. Shotokan Karate promotes fitness, discipline and etiquette through structured classes taught by qualified instructors. All classes are professional and progressive. New special children’s classes 4 - 6 years, call for more information. Age: 6+ Males and Females welcome Cost: Free introductory session followed by £5 per session. Contact information: 07866 374674 or visit www.kstsk.co.uk 17
Zhenwei Academy (Herts)
Why not join us today?
Fridays, 6pm - 7pm
Visit www.hertskungfu.com or call Andrew or Shu Deeney on 0844 409 7394 or 07789 425125
The John Warner Sports Centre Kids Kung Fu! Your children will learn • Self defence • Confidence • Determination • Leadership • Discipline • Respectfulness
Age: 6+ Cost: First session free and then £20 per calendar month
Holiday Multi-Sports Sessions Monday 16th February, 1pm - 3pm, Hammond Street kickabout court, Hammondstreet Road EN76PG Thursday 19th February, 2pm - 4pm, Pound Close kickabout court
Mondays, 6pm - 8pm Cheshunt Park kickabout court, Park Lane, Cheshunt, EN7 6QD Age: 11 - 18
Matches run throughout the year on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Coaches are qualified and CRB checked.
Time: 6.30pm - 9pm (depending on age) Cost: £65 per year
Turnford Netball Club
Wednesdays, 6.15pm - 8.15pm Holdbrook kickabout court, Alexandra Way, Waltham Cross, EN8 7QG Age: 11 - 18
Using the council’s kickabout courts our experienced staff will run multi sports sessions every week. Sports include football, tennis, basketball, uni hockey and many more fun sports. Shinpads recommended! Turn up to play. For further information please contact the Council on 01992 785555 extension 5908.
Wormley Playing Fields, Church Lane, Wormley EN10 7QF
Age: 10+
Tuesdays, 5pm - 7pm Wormley kickabout court, Fairfield Drive, Wormley Age: 14 - 24
Fridays, 4pm - 6pm Nightleys kickabout court, Mill Lane, Cheshunt Age: 11 - 18
Thursday evenings (September - Easter only)
For further information please call Brenda Brewer on 01992 620651 or Clea Holmes on 07725 580429.
Weekly Multi-Sports Sessions
Fridays, 1pm - 2.30pm Holdbrook kickabout court, Alexandra Way, Waltham Cross, EN8 7QG Age: 16 - 24
Cheshunt Netball Club
ASCO Junior Netball Club
Sundays, 9.30am - 11am (3 - 7 years) and 11am - 12.30pm (8 - 11 years) Turnford School, Mill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 0JU Qualified coaches teach netball skills, tactics and team play on Sundays ready for competitive fixtures on Saturdays. All abilities welcomed. Overseas tour every other year. For more information contact Marcia Alcock on 07720 393336 or visit www.asconetballclub.co.uk
Thursday evenings (September - Easter only) Goffs Sports and Arts Centre (Matches played at Wormley Playing Fields) Turnford Netball Club provide the opportunity for girls and boys to participate in the game of netball. For more information, contact Carole Titmuss (carole.titmuss@gmail.com) on 07961 122883 or visit www.turnfordnetballclub.net Age: 7 - 18 (boys 7 - 10) Time: 6pm - 10pm Cost: £3 per session or £100 per annum
Cost: £60 per term
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Please see page 32 and 33 for the Nacro XS Project multi-sport sessions.
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Saturday Adventure Club Saturdays, 9.30am - 11.30am Herts Young Mariners Base, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ The Saturday Adventure Club is a weekly club where 9 - 18 year olds can try fun activities and to allow for skill development. Come down and try a range of activities from sailing, rock climbing to kayaking. Pre booking is essential for this project. For more information, contact HYMB on 01992 628403, email HYMB@hertfordshire.gov.uk, or visit www.hymb.com. Age: 9 - 18 Cost: HYMB Membership £5 (for the year), £5 per session
HYMB Holiday Programme and Courses Throughout the Hertfordshire School Holidays Herts Young Mariners Base, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ A daily programme of activities and courses is available throughout the school holiday periods, including caving, climbing and kayaking. For more information or to book a place, please see our website at www.hymb.com or email on HYMB@hertfordshire.gov.uk Age: 9 - 18 Cost: Varies depending on course or activity. Details available online. (£5 Membership Required and discounts available for early booking)
HYMB 13 - 18 Club
HYMB Canoe Polo
Mondays 6pm - 8pm
Herts Young Mariners Base, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ
Herts Young Mariners Base, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ This club offers a variety of exciting outdoor activities (or indoor in bad weather) for those aged 13 - 18 throughout the year. This club is led by the young people attending, so you get to choose what activity programme you would like each half term. For the latest programme please see www.hymb.com, For more information or to book your place please contact HYMB on 01992 628403 or email hymb@hertfordshire.gov.uk Age: 13 - 18 Cost: £5 HYMB membership (yearly) plus £5 per session 20
Ever tried kayaking and enjoyed it? Well why not give canoe polo a try? This thrilling and fast paced game will keep you fit whilst having fun. For more information and to book a place please see our website www.hymb.com or call the centre on 01992 628403. Cost: £5 (HYMB Membership required @ £5 for 12 months)
HYMB Paddleability Project
ESSA Water Activities Centre
Every Wednesday (From Easter to October) 5pm - 6.30pm
Weekends and School Holidays Central Lagoon, Meadgate Road, Nazeing EN9 2PB Dinghy sailing (taster sessions and courses), canoeing, kayaking, dragon boating, traditional rafting and wobble boarding.
Herts Young Mariners Base, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ Do you have a disability or special need? Then this kayaking project is for you. A great chance to learn a new sport and keep fit. For more information or to book please either call the centre on 01992 628403 or email us at hymb@hertfordshire.gov.uk. Age: 11 - 25 Cost: £2 (HYMB Membership required @ £5 for 12 months)
Age: 9+ Time: 9.45am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 4pm Cost: £9 For further information, call Marion on 07773 449205 or emails bookings@essa.org.uk
Cheshunt Rugby Club Sunday morning and some weekdays depending on age group, 10am - 12noon Cheshunt Rugby Club, Rosedale Sports Centre, Andrews Lane, Cheshunt EN7 6TB Have you ever considered playing rugby? It’s a highly exciting game to play and watch. It encourages discipline and a friendly sports ethos amongst players. If you fancy Rugby, why not try out Cheshunt Rugby Club. The club offer all new players a free four week trial period. For further information please call Bill Cooper on 07814 726970 Cost: Please call for more details 21
Broxbourne Squash Club
Cheshunt Swimming Club
Hoddesdon Swimming Club
Fridays 4pm - 5pm Saturdays 11am - 12noon Sundays 10am - 11am
The Laura Trott Leisure Centre, Turnford School & Queenswood School
Days and times of training varies depending on age and ability
Cheshunt Swimming Club offers swimming lessons via our bespoke learn to swim programme to any individual from age 4+ .
The John Warner Sports Centre
Broxbourne Sports Club, Mill Lane, Broxbourne, EN10 7BG Group squash lessons for everyone. Come along and give it a try. The club provides all the equipment needed for this fun and exciting game that’s great for improving fitness. Please call Geoff Taylor on 07966 964815. Age: 8 - 16 Cost: Please call for more details
Our club members range from young children in our Learn to swim lessons right the way through to our Squad swimmers competing at Club, County, Regional and National level. The club is structured to enable all swimmers to reach their full potential. All teachers are ASA qualified and CRB checked. For further information please visit www.cheshuntsc.co.uk or contact Suzanne Bailey on 07077 087877
Hoddesdon Swimming Club in partnership with the Borough of Broxbourne provides swimming teaching and coaching from the Fit and Well Swim School lesson programme on learning to swim right through to high performance with all stages in between and clear pathways to ensure members are able to reach their full potential and enjoy their swimming.
Age: 8+ Cost: Varies
Special Olympics East Herts Special Needs Swim
Age: 4+
Sundays, 4pm - 5pm
Cost: Varies
The John Warner Sports Centre Any age can attend these unsupervised sessions, organised in partnership with, and supervised by, Hoddesdon Swimming Club who will be offering advice and assistance to those taking part in the sessions. Free to swimmer and carer. Call 01992 445375. Cost: FREE
Fun Swim Sundays, 10am - 11am The John Warner Sports Centre Come and have fun with your friends and family in the swimming pool playing with the large floats and listening to the music. No need to pre-book. Non members welcome. Age: Any age (pool policy applies). Cost: Adult £4.50, Junior £2.50, Family £10.50 (2 + 2 or 1 + 3) 22
The club is accredited to swim21 at Teaching, Skills Development and Masters Level. Hoddesdon Swimming Club can help you reach your full potential whether that is county, regional, national or beyond, for fitness or social reasons, non-disabled or disabled. For further information please contact Sandra Hagley-King on 07799 002243 or visit www.hoddesdonsc.co.uk
Special Olympics East Herts (SOEH) has several physical activity and social groups for people with an intellectual disability. Established clubs include: Athletics, Boccia, Basketball, Canoeing & Kayaking, Cricket, Dance, Football, Goalball, Swimming, and Tennis. With an ambitious development plan, new clubs are being developed in the Borough of Broxbourne and East Herts area. Please check the website for new clubs being launched. For further information please call Janet Warrington on 07729 892729 or visit www.specialolympicseastherts.org Current provision includes:
Swimming
Tuesdays, 6.10pm - 6.40pm and 6.40pm - 7.10pm Sundays, 4pm - 5pm (Family Session) The John Warner Sports Centre
Football 16+
Thursdays, 5.30pm - 6.30pm The Laura Trott Leisure Centre
Dance
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Fit&Well Gym
*When accompanied by a parent/ guardian sessions are held until 8.30pm If you are aged 14 or 15, then you can work out in the Fit&Well adult gyms at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre and The John Warner Sports Centre. Cost: £4.10
Fit&Well Active Youth Gym at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre Facilities include: • Specifically designed equipment for the body • A safe and secure environment for teenagers • Supervised gym with qualified instructors • One to one personal training • Dedicated exercise classes Fit&Well Youth Gym Opening Times Term time opening times (hourly sessions) Monday - Thursday: 4pm - 8pm Friday: 4pm - 6pm Saturday and Sunday: 9am - 3pm School Holiday Opening Times (hourly sessions) Monday - Thursday: 10am - 12noon 2pm - 4pm 6pm - 7pm Friday: 10am - 12noon 2pm - 4pm Saturday and Sunday: 9am - 3pm 24
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Fit&Well Youth Gym Prices Members
Pay and Play users
Induction
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£16.35
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£4.10
Gym Session (6 for the price of 5)
Free
£20.50
Youth Exercise Class
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Youth Exercise Classes (6 for the price of 5)
Free
Monday - Friday, 3.30pm - 6.30pm* Saturdays and Sundays, 7am - 6pm
£20.50
Youth Fit&Well Session Youth Sessions (for those aged 14 and 15 years) in the Fit&Well Adult Gym. Opening Times Monday - Friday: 3.30 - 6.30pm** (extended to 10.30am - 6.30pm during school holidays) Saturday and Sunday: 7am - 6pm **When accompanied by a parent or guardian, sessions are held until 8.30pm. Fit&Well Youth Membership Activities for less the 50p per day, including: • Unlimited swimming • Unlimited use of the youth gym • Unlimited youth exercise classes • Free youth induction • Off peak racket sports
This new personal training service is for anyone aged 8 - 15 years. Each session is 1:1 with a personal trainer so they can benefit from our experienced staff and know exactly what to do and what not to do. For further information call 01992 623345.
Broxbourne Table Tennis Academy Juniors: Every Monday at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre, 4pm - 5.30pm Every Friday at The John Warner Leisure Centre, 4pm - 5.30pm Adults: Every Monday at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre, 7pm - 11pm The Broxbourne Table Tennis Academy is a registered English Table Tennis Association Premier Club, which provides the upmost in group/individual coaching for all ages. BTTA provides a massive 6 court layout for all to enjoy and has highly qualified coaches to provide for any need. The club has been running since 2009 and has both junior and senior teams that compete regularly. So whether you’re an experienced player or just a beginner, BTTA is the place to play. For more information, please contact Malcolm on 01992 466060 or via email at malnors@aol.com. Alternatively please visit the club website www.btta.webs.com Age: All ages Cost: £4 per session or block bookings of £3 per session
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Now you can join in with Fit&Well exercise classes, such as Pilates, Box Tone, Gentle Circuits and Zumba
Broxbourne Tennis Club Broxbourne Sports Club, Mill Lane, Broxbourne, EN10 7BA Broxbourne Tennis Club offers a friendly welcoming environment for people of all ages and standards to enjoy playing tennis. We have a comprehensive coaching, social and competitive programme at all levels. We are particularly keen to encourage young people to take up and participate actively in the sport. Affordable membership rates for juniors and students - entitles you to play whenever you want to with no further costs to book courts or for lights. Coaching costs are additional to membership. Beginner coaching sessions for juniors and young people are on Monday afternoons and evenings. For more information, contact Sarah Elliott, the President & Marketing Officer, on 07968 524554 or email info@ broxbournetennisclub.com or visit www.broxbournetennisclub.com Age: All ages, male and female 25
3TENN Tennis
Hoddesdon Tri Club
Mondays and Fridays (Term Time)
Fridays, 5.30pm - 6.30pm
Goffs School, Goffs Lane, Waltham Cross, EN7 5QW
The John Warner Sports Centre
St Mary’s School, Lieutenant Ellis Way, Cheshunt, EN7 5FB Hertford Regional College, Turnford, EN10 6AE 3TENN is a registered charity and grass roots junior tennis team initiative aimed at encouraging more young people to play tennis. 3TENN has highly qualified coaches who are extremely committed to providing quality tennis coaching and development to all ages and abilities. If you are keen to play for the Broxbourne 3TENN Tennis Team, or need further information then please call Mandy Bishop on 07551 285032 or email: mops@mobileemail vodafone.net Age: 14 - 25 Cost: FREE
Rye Park Tennis Club Midweek 6pm - 9.30pm Weekends 1pm - 6pm Rye Park Recreation Ground, Old Highway, Hoddesdon, Herts, EN11 0LY Rye Park is a well established community based tennis club, created to encourage all players of whatever ability to play competitive tennis. The club trains on all weather courts with floodlight use during the winter months. Age: 6 - Adult Cost: Please call for more details For more information please contact Graham Ross on 01992 302279 or via email at gad.ross@ntlworld.com 26
Hoddesdon Tri Club in partnership provides triathlon training to ensure members are able to reach their full potential and enjoy the three disciplines of Triathlon: swimming, cycling and running. The Junior Section meets on Fridays (5.30pm - 6.30pm) to work on the cycling and running skills and transitions that are so important in the sport of Triathlon. The club caters for all abilities, and where appropriate encourages entrance into junior triathlon and aquathlon events.. If you are 14yrs or above give Steve Gershon a call to discuss when and where the group meet and train. If you are interested in entering Charity Bike Events or Cycling Competitions or just want to improve your cycling and road skills this group could be for you. Swimming training and advice is also available for both the Junior and Senior members through links with Hoddesdon Swimming Club, however if you are already a member of a different swimming club you can join the Triathlon club just for the cycling and running side of things and maintain your swim training with your own club.
Borough of Broxbourne
❝Opportunities for excellence❞ A grant aid scheme for young people who are pursuing high standards in sport The aim of the grant is to help and encourage talented athletes to achieve their full potential.
Successful applicants will receive: For the Sports Award Gold Package - Shokk/Gold Card Membership plus up-to £250 Silver Package - Shokk/Gold Card Membership plus up-to £150 Bronze Package - Shokk/Gold Card Membership plus up-to £100 (These packages are at the discretion of the awarding panel, and are non-negotiable.)
Applicants must reside in the Borough of Broxbourne. Sports Award applicants must be aged between 11and 19 years old. Only one application per person will be accepted in any one year. The deadline to apply for the grant aid scheme is 28 February 2015.
For further information please contact Steve Gershon on 07801 523500 or visit www.hoddesdontriclub.co.uk Cost: £10 annual membership. OR £3 per session
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Special Needs Trampolining Saturdays, 4pm - 5pm (term time only)
basketball, bouncy castle and giraffe slide. To book call 01992 445375.
The John Warner Sports Centre
Age: 4+
Learn and develop new trampolining skills with these great sessions for children with special needs. Children must wear socks and no jeans. To book call 01992 445375.
Cost: £4.20 a session
Age: 6 and under Cost: £4.20 a session
Special Needs Sports Club Saturdays, 3pm - 4pm (term time only) The John Warner Sports Centre This popular weekly special needs sports club is a fun way to meet new friends and join in with a variety of sporting activities such as badminton, football, hockey,
John Warner Jumpers Every Sunday (term time only), 5pm - 6pm and 6pm - 7pm Tuesdays, 5.45pm - 6.45pm The John Warner Sports Centre You’re never too old to learn a new sport! Come along and enjoy trampolining with these great sessions (socks must be worn and no jeans). To book call 01992 445375. Age: All ages Cost: £4.20 a session
Youth Clubs & Projects Youth Clubs Youth clubs offer a range of programmes and activities for young people including sports, cooking, music, pool, Playstations, table tennis, discos, arts and crafts and more. Young people have the opportunity to influence the programme to do things that they want to do. Drop in to your local youth club now.
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Wednesdays, 7.30pm - 9pm Aldwyck Community Flat, Christian Close, Boundary Park, Hoddesdon Opportunity for young people to meet in a safe environment and take place in activities such as arts and crafts, computer games, cooking and sports. For more information, call Rhys Evans on 07875 656056. Age: 12 -16 Cost: FREE 29
Cheshunt One Stop Shop, 178 Crossbrook Street, Waltham Cross EN8 8JY Please contact Youth Connexions for more information on 01992 588220. Cost: FREE
Waltham Cross Youth Centre Youth Connexions Hertfordshire, Waltham Cross Youth Centre, Stanhope Road, Waltham Cross, EN8 7DJ
Monday Night Youth Project Mondays, 7pm - 9.30pm Open Youth nights offering sports, cooking, arts, music studio, pool, table tennis, Xbox kinect. We have a music studio, computer suite and large projector for all major sporting events. A safe place where you can meet with friends and enjoy yourself. Bring a friend first time free Age: 13 - 19 Cost: Free for 1st time, 50p thereafter
B3Living Young People Conversation
Reality Check
Would you like to be part of a team working with B3Living to decide on the best services and activities to arrange for young people? If so, would you like to come along to the B3Living Young People Conversation as B3Living want to talk with younger residents to make sure we are offering the services and activities that really interest you and other young people. Incentives include cinema trips, go-karting, swimming, trips to Paradise Wildlife Park and others.
Wednesdays, 12pm - 2pm (Hertford Regional College) Thursdays, 3pm - 5pm (The Gifted Youth Hub) Hertford Regional College, Turnford, Herts EN10 6AE The Gifted Youth Hub, 60 - 61 Bartholomew Court, High Street, Waltham Cross Take charge of your life and make a step in the right direction. Learn something new. Take part in workshops and podcasting. Make your dream a reality. Interactive quizzes and games, get support and advice. Meet new people. Age: 13 - 19 Cost: Free For more information: call 01992 623888, text 07913 838812 or email Jermaine@thegifted.org.uk
For more information, including the time of the next meeting, please contact Adriana on 01992 453 774 or email adriana. neves@b3living.org.uk. Transport can be arranged and refreshments will be provided.
Tuesday Project Night Tuesdays, 7pm - 9pm This is a focused evening of activity. Young people need to sign up for arts/craft/football/training/homework club and more. Age: 13 - 19 Cost: 50p
Friday Night Youth Project Fridays, 7pm - 9pm Drop in youth night at Waltham Cross with opportunities to participate in cooking, big screen games Xbox, Wii and a variety of activities planning programmes and much much more.
Real Talk for Young People Thursdays, 5pm - 7pm The Gifted Youth Hub, 60 - 61 Bartholomew Court, High Street, Waltham Cross Experience pod-casting and photography, learn new skills, get creative, meet new people, have your say.
For further information contact the Youth Connexions’ Main Office on 01992 588220
For more information: call 01992 623888, text 07913 838812 or email Zahra@thegifted.org.uk
Age: 13 - 19 Cost: 50p
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Herts E-Library Download E-Books, free of charge from www.hertsdirect.org/services/libraries/ online If you are a library member (and it is easy and free to join the library) you can access this service using your home PC or Mac and transfer most titles to portable devices such as the Sony e-book reader, iPod and other mp3 players and mobile phones. You can search or browse our collections and borrow up to three titles at a time for up to three weeks using your library card number and PIN (given to you by library staff). The E- Library website http://herts.lib.overdrive.com offer two e-book formats: • Adobe e-books • Mobipocket And two audio formats: • WMA (which can be used on iPods) • Mp3 (which can be used with most Mp3 players and iPods) Please note this service can not be accessed via public PCs in libraries. Cost: FREE
St Mary’s Youth Club Sundays, 5.30pm - 7.30pm (term time only) Church House, Churchgate, Cheshunt A small youth club offering a variety of activities, including Arts & Crafts, cooking, Playstation and Wii, pool table, table tennis and go on trips out. For more details contact Maureen Bruce on 07956 542860. Age: 9 - 16 Cost: £1
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Nacro ‘XS’ Youth Project Nacro’s XS Youth Project looks to provide positive sporting activities to young people within the Borough of Broxbourne. Please see below for the projects current provision. All activities are FREE and for 11 - 19 year olds of all sporting levels. Mondays, 4pm - 6pm Canada Fields kickabout court, Winnipeg Way, Turnford The XS project is running Multisport sessions and fitness training at Canada Fields kickabout court every Monday. Tuesdays, 5pm - 7pm Wormley kickabout court, Fairfield Drive, Wormley Free Multisport sessions on the kickabout court and use of the Outreach minibus.
Wednesdays, 4pm - 6pm Wormley kickabout court, Fairfield Drive, Wormley The XS project is running free Multisport sessions at Macers’ Court kickabout court.
Take A Bow In Partnership with B3 Living and SoCanI Music, the XS Project is running a series of music workshops and open mic nights in the Y.Art shop in Waltham Cross.
Thursdays, 6pm - 8pm Pound Close kickabout court Free Multisport sessions at the Pound Close kickabout court. For more weekly multi-sport sessions, please see page 17.
The next Take A Bow will take place during the February half-term.
Thursdays 3.30pm - 5pm Holdbrook South kickabout court Free multisport sessions on the kickabout court.
Outreach Work Look out for the XS Project youth van in a neighbourhood near you. Containing PS3s, Wii, music and more. Current locations include: Nightleys, Grundy Park, Goffs Lane, Wormley, Waltham Cross Playing Fields & Canada Fields.
Friday Night Football, 6pm - 8pm The Laura Trott Leisure Centre Astroturf pitches Friday night football sessions at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre on the Astroturf pitches. Turn up in teams or by yourself and we will find you a team. Fun weekly tournaments and matches. All sessions are free.
For more weekly multi-sport sessions, please see page 18.
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Young Life Thursday evenings, 8pm - 9.30pm (and other times) Mannamead Centre, 101 Burford Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HX Young Life is a Christian charity who organise a variety of events for teenagers. Our Thursday evening events include our crazy, fun packed ‘Young Life Club’ and ‘A Young Life Night In’ We also work in schools, do one-on-one work and run amazing summer camps. For further information contact Rich or Elaine Youngman on 01992 446965. Age: 14 - 19 Cost: FREE
Volunteers The XS Project always welcomes volunteers to help out at the projects. If you are interested please contact Richard Harding at: Richard.Harding@nacro.org.uk
Wormley Free Church Sundays, 10.30am - 11.45am Wormley Community Centre, Fairfield Drive, Wormley, EN10 6DX
Girls Only Street Dance Wednesdays 5pm - 6pm The Laura Trott Leisure Centre, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt Learn new dance moves, keep fit and meet new people.
Come along for fun and activities on a Sunday morning as part of our weekly services. We also offer other youth events and activities. For further information call Ben Quant on 01992 410217, email ben@wormleyfreechurch.org.uk or visit the website at www.wormleyfreechurch.co.uk Age: 5 - 11 and 11+ Cost: FREE
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Youth Panel
Lowewood Museum
Want to improve your CV, meet new peop le, an High Street, Hoddesdon, Herts, EN11 8BH a say in what tak d have Tel: 01992 445596 Email: museum.leisure@broxbourne.gov.uk es place at your local muse Web: www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure um? If so, why not get in touch to find Open: Wednesday - Friday 10am - 4pm and Saturdays 10am - 5pm out more abou t our Free Admission Panel launching Youth The museum tells the history of the borough of Broxbourne in Register your int 2015. ere capturing the unique stories of those who have lived and worked by calling 0199 st now 2 445596. here. Housed in a beautiful Georgian building dating from the Participants mu st be aged 1750s the museum offers lots of opportunities and events for 14 24 ye ars. young people. Come visit us to find out more.
Exhibitions Design Icons
10 January - 21 March Taking you on a journey from Mary Quant Fashions to the ground-breaking Nintendo Gameboy, this exhibition explores some of the most recognisable designs of the 1960s, 70s and 80s. Design Icons has been curated by two 3D Design students from Herts Regional College as part of Epping Forest District
Events Study Day: Drawing for Beginners
Saturday 7 March, 10am - 1pm Using a range of mediums come and learn observational drawing skills and achieve 3 studies inspired by items in the collection. All abilities welcome. Suitable for ages 16 upwards. Places need to be booked by calling the
Events FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Be an Animator
Saturday 9 May, 11am - 1pm Create a character and use stop frame animation to bring it to life. Please bring you mobile phone. Suitable for young people aged 11 - 15. Places need to be booked by calling the museum on 01992 445596. Cost: £3.20 per person 34
Museum’s Young Curators project. Packed with games and music, this exhibition has something for everyone.
Anthony Trollope
4 April - 20 June 2015 marks 200 years since the birth of Anthony Trollope. Join us for this special exhibition to celebrate the life and work of this beloved Victorian novelist and former resident of Waltham Cross. museum on 01992 445596. Cost: £10.20 per person inclusive of materials and refreshments
Museums at Night
Friday 15 May, 6pm - 9pm Join us for our Victorian evening extravaganza; tea party, cocktail jellies, the emergence of photography, music and much more! Cost: FREE
Be a Fashion Designer Saturday 13 June, 11am - 1pm Inspired by items within the collection, have a go at fashion illustration and then design your outfit on a mannequin. Suitable for young people aged 11 - 15. Places need to be booked by calling the museum on 01992 445596. Cost: £3.20 per person
Uniformed Organisations Army Cadet Force Cheshunt and Waltham Cross Detachments: ACF Base (behind the) Drill Hall, Crossbrook Street, Cheshunt, EN8 7BR.
Cheshunt Sea Cadet Corps RN hut, Haileybury College, Hailey Road, Hertford Heath, Herts, SG13 7NY
Hoddesdon Detachment: ACF Hut, Century Road, Hoddesdon, EN11 8JJ.
Tuesdays and Fridays, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Waltham Cross: Monday & Wednesday, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Based on the Royal Navy, the Sea Cadets focus on water sports, outdoor activities, Duke of Edinburgh Awards, BTEC National Diplomas and lots of other fun activities and opportunities.
Cheshunt: Tuesday & Thursday, 7.30pm - 9.30pm Hoddesdon: Monday & Thursday, 7.30pm - 9.30pm The Army Cadet Forces is a youth organisation based on and supported by the army. Cadets progress through activity star levels including military subjects, leadership skills, BTEC, Duke of Edinburgh’s award scheme, adventurous activities and camping. Uniform supplied free of charge. For further information contact Major P Barlow on 01992 582423 or Sgt Charlie Sharpe (Waltham Cross detachment) on pro@beds-herts-acf.co.uk Age: 12 - 19 Cost: £1
Contact CPO, the officer in charge, Samantha James on 07838 162240 Age: 10 - 18 male and females Cost: £1 per night
1st Hoddesdon Boys’ Brigade Wednesdays, 7pm - 9.15pm Methodist Church Hall, Middlefield Road, Hoddesdon The Boys’ Brigade is a Christian based, uniformed youth organisation which provides a range of activities including various sports and games, camping, cooking, first aid training, weekends away and many others. There is a structured award scheme and the opportunity to undertake the Duke of Edinburgh’s award. For more information contact Mr G Ansell on 01992 444928. Age: 11 - 18 Cost: £25 per term 35
Girlguiding South East, Hertfordshire Meets weekly during term time, sessions run between 7pm - 9.30pm Females only. We do anything from cool clothes design to adventurous abseiling. Day trips, weekend holidays / camps or a whole week away are fantastic. Guides get to have a say and do stuff that makes a difference too. You get to hang out with old and new friends, have fun and be yourself. Guides meet in Hoddesdon, Broxbourne, Wormley, Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, Goffs Oak and Cuffley. Weekly sessions run for around one and a half hours. For further details please call 0800 169 5901 or email on http://www.girlguiding.org.uk/interested Age: 10 - 14 Cost: Approx £25 per term
Scouting Scouting provides a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities to help young people achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international community. There are twelve scout groups across the borough. Groups run on various days and from a variety of venues. For further information please call Frances Johnson (district commissioner) on 0845 643 6943.
1st Cheshunt Scout Group Rowlands Scout Hut, Rowlands Close, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9BG For more information or to make enquiries about days and times the group meet please call Paul Mills on 01992 632498. Age: 6 - 14 Time: Sessions start between 6.15pm 36
Girl Guiding: Goffs Oak Senior Section Thursdays, 7.30pm - 9.15pm Goffs Oak Methodist Church, Newgatestreet Road, Goffs Oak Females only. Varied programme of indoor and outdoor activities including camping, cycling, cooking, canoeing, sailing, craft, pamper evenings, self defence, archery, bowling etc Age: 14 - 25 Cost: £25 per term For more information call 07773 449205 or emails goffsoakseniorsection@yahoo.co.uk
8pm, depending on age. Cost: £32 per term www.1stcheshuntscoutgroup.com
2nd Cheshunt Scout Group Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Burgess Hall, Goff’s Lane, Cheshunt, EN7 5EG For further information please call Richard Bristow on 01992 638990. Age: 6 - 14 Time: Sessions start between 6.30pm 7.30pm, depending on age. Cost: £30 per term
1st Hammond Street Scout Group Wednesdays, 7pm - 8.30pm St James Hall, Peartree Walk, Cheshunt EN7 6RG For further information please call Jackie Breame on 01992 621521. Age: 6 - 141/2 Cost: £40 per term
2nd Hoddesdon Scout Group
1st Turnford Scout Group
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Salisbury Road, Hoddesdon EN11 0HU For more information please call Paul Smith on 01992 443401. Age: 6 - 14 Time: Sessions start between 5.40pm and 7pm depending on age. Cost: Costs vary between £25 - £34 per term, depending which session you are attending.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 1st Turnford Scout Headquarters, Nightley’s Park, Mill Lane, Cheshunt EN8 0JX For more information please contact Beverley Johnston on 01992 464764. Age: 11 - 14 Time: Sessions start between 6.15pm 7.30pm depending on age. Cost: £30 per term
3rd Hoddesdon Scout Group Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Foxton Road, Hoddesdon EN11 8RX For more information contact Karen Salawu, Group Scout Leader, on 01992 676821. Age: 6 - 14 Time: Sessions start between 5pm 7.30pm depending on age Cost: £30 per term
5th Hoddesdon Scout Group Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays Highwood Road (adjacent to Roseland School), Hoddesdon EN11 9AR For more information contact Helen Peachment (Group Scout Leader) on 01992 420578. Age: 6 - 14, males and females welcome Time: Sessions start between 5.30pm 7.30pm depending on age. Cost: £32 per term
Phoenix Explorer Scout Unit Wednesdays 1st Turnford Scout HQ , Nightley’s Park, Mill Lane, Cheshunt EN8 0JX We provide a wide range of activities for 14 - 18 year olds. For further information please contact Gill Pearce on 01992 640295. Age: 14 - 18 Time: 8pm - 9.30pm Cost: £35 per term
1st Wormley Scout Group Wednesdays and Thursdays Scout & Guide Headquarters, Cozens Lane West, Broxbourne EN10 6QL For more information, please contact PJ on 07881 818804. Age: 6 - 14 (male and female) Time: Sessions start between 5.30pm 7.30pm depending on age Cost: POA
St. John Ambulance Cadets (Hoddesdon) Cadets take part in an interactive and full programme which enables them to learn important life skills in a fun and safe environment. For further information please contact Sarah King on 01992 308644 or 07818 068670. Age: 10 - 18 Cost: £15 per term
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1239 (Broxbourne & Hoddesdon) Squadron Air Cadets Monday and Wednesday evenings, 7pm - 9.30pm John Warner Secondary School, Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon, EN11 0QF 1239 Squadron Air Cadets is a uniformed youth group, part of the uk-wide cadet forces. Our aims are 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 And there’s one more important thing - it’s a lot of fun! As a cadet you’ll have the opportunity to experience flying, gliding, adventurous training and camps, competitive sports, drill, shooting, music, abseiling, engineering projects and much more! Our list of activities is long, varied and open to all cadets. Please call Mark Richards on 01992 446863 for further information. Age: 13 - 19 Cost: £5 per month
Detached Youth Work
Broxbourne Street Pastors
This is defined by the National Youth Agency as ‘making contact with young people who cannot, or choose not to, use youth centres’.
Young people out and about in the Borough of Broxbourne on Friday and Saturday evenings might encounter Street Pastors. In their distinctive blue jackets and caps, the Street Pastors are there to assist people who are in difficulties, to listen to them, give advice and any practical help they can. They are members of local churches but are not there to preach but rather to help those that they meet and to make their communities a safer place.
Youth Connexions Hertfordshire The Youth Connexions Hertfordshire detached team operates on the following evenings: Wednesdays, 6pm - 9pm: Hoddesdon Town, Old Highway, Pound Close Saturdays, 5.30pm to 7.30pm: Cheshunt Park skatepark For more information call 01992 588220.
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Club Night For 11–14 year olds January 30, February 27 and March 27 2015.
7.30 – 10.30pm
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Wolsey Hall, Cheshunt Cost: £4.70 in advance or £6 on the door
Streetwork
Detached youth workers meet young people in their own spaces, for instance parks, bus shelters, shopping centres or on the street.
X-Plosion
For further information contact Alison Hicks on 07962 979547. Cost: FREE See pages 32 & 33 for details of the XS Project outreach team.
Tickets available from Broxbourne Civic Hall, The Laura Trott Leisure Centre or by calling 01992 441946. The event is limited to a maximum of 400 people, therefore pre-booking is recommended.
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Cinema, Music & Theatre Hoddesdon Baptist Church Children’s Orchestra Hoddesdon Baptist Church, Burford Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HX We meet a few times per term to rehearse for a performance. Members must be learning to play a musical instrument. All standards welcome, including beginners and performance are available by contacting us. We meet during school holidays or weekends a few times per term. www.hoddesdonbaptist.org.uk 01992 444720 (answer machine only) Age: 6 - 13 Cost: FREE
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I Am Ali (PG)
Friday 13 February, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 111 mins Genre: Documentary Stars: Muhammad Ali, Muhammad Ali Jnr, Hana Ali, Maryum Ali, Rahaman Ali, Jim Brown
Group music workshops helping young people to become confident and equipped for success in the world around them. A rich mix of exciting musical activities and inspiring workshops take place each week. For further information, call 01992 769350 or visit the website: www.socanimusic.co.uk Age: 5 - 13
The Theory of Everything (12A)
Cost: £5
Cinema
The Imitation Game (12A)
Friday 23 January, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 114 mins Genre: Drama Stars: Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Charles Dance
Set Fire to the Stars (15)
Tuesday 27 January, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 97 mins Genre: Drama Stars: Elijah Wood, Celyn Jones, Kelly Reilly
Fury (15)
Friday 30 January, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 134 mins Genre: War, drama, action Stars: Brad Pitt, Shia LaBeouf, ,Logan Lerman
Northern Soul (15)
Tuesday 10 February, 1pm, 4pm ,& 7.30pm Run time: 102 mins Genre: Drama Stars: Antonia Thomas, Steve Coogan, Ricky Tomlinson
Hector and The Search for Happiness (15)
Wednesday 14 January, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 117 mins Genre: Romance, drama, Comedy Stars: Stars: Simon Pegg, Rosamund Pike, Stellan Skarsgård
Serena (15)
Tuesday 20 January, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 110 mins Genre: Drama Stars: Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper, Rhys Ifans
Pride (15)
Wednesday 21 January, 12.30pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 120 mins Genre: Drama, comedy Stars: Imelda Staunton, Andrew Scott, Bill Nighy 40
Tuesday 17 February, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 123 mins Genre: Biography, drama Stars: Felicity Jones, Eddie Redmayne, Charlie Cox
Mr Turner (12A)
Friday 20 February, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 150 mins Genre: Drama Stars: Timothy Spall, Paul Jesson, Dorothy Atkinson
The Judge (15)
Wednesday 28 January, 12.30pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 141 mins Genre: Drama Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Vera Farmiga, Billy Bob Thornton
The Best of Me (12A)
Thursday 29 January, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 118 mins Genre: Drama Stars: Michelle Monaghan, James Marsden, Liana Liberat
Tony Benn – Will & Testament (12A)
Thursday 12 February, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 93 mins Genre: Documentary Stars: Tony Benn
The Homesman (15)
Friday 27 February, 1pm, 4pm & 7.30pm Run time: 122 mins Genre: Western, drama. Stars: Tommy Lee Jones, Hilary Swank, Meryl Streep
All films will be showing at Broxbourne Civic Hall, High Street, Hoddesdon To book call 01992 441946, visit Broxbourne Civic Hall or book online at www.broxbourne.gov.uk/cinema Cinema Prices (unless stated): All seats £5 adults, £3.50 concessions. Prices correct at time of printing.
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Be Included Group – Performing Arts
Swan Lake
Presented by Moscow Ballet La Classique
Saturday 10 January to Saturday 7 February, 1.30pm - 3.30pm Turnford School, Mill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 0JU
Friday 6 March, 7.30pm
Activities for children and young people with additional needs.
Broxbourne Civic Hall
Cost: £2.50 per session
The world-renowned Moscow Ballet - La Classique demonstrate their continued quality of dance and performances in a dramatic production of this timeless favourite set to Tchaikovsky’s superb score.
Further information: Jo Silk (ChExs Administrator) on 07970 498966 or email admin@cheshuntextendedservices.co.uk
A Night of Dirty Dancing Thursday 26 February, 8pm
The ballet is a favourite of ballerinas and audiences alike; the ultimate fairy tale ballet.
Broxbourne Civic Hall Relive the passion, indulge in the romance and celebrate the greatest movie soundtrack of all time. She’s Like the Wind, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Wipeout, Do You Love Me, Be My Baby, Hungry Eyes and, of course, the Oscar-winning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life. Please note this show is not affiliated with ‘Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story on Stage’ currently on tour in the UK and worldwide. Cost: All seats £21, Friends of Broxbourne Civic Hall 10% off. Buy 10 tickets get the 11th free
Treasure Island (12A)
Presented by National Theatre Live Thursday 22 January, 7pm Broadcast live to Broxbourne Civic Hall Robert Louis Stevenson’s story of murder, money and mutiny is brought to life in a thrilling new stage adaptation by Bryony Lavery, broadcast live from the National Theatre. Cost: £12
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Gordon Buchanan Lost Adventures Sunday 15 March, 6.30pm
Tickets: Terrace £23.50, Stalls £21.50, Under 16s and Friends of Broxbourne Civic Hall 10% off
Broxbourne Civic Hall Join Gordon Buchanan, the highly acclaimed wildlife cameraman and presenter of ‘The Bear Family and Me’ and ‘The Polar Bear Family and Me’ as he hosts an evening of exciting personal recollections. Marvel as he shares his tales alongside his own film footage and brilliant images of all that he has come to face, and answers your burning wildlife questions. Cost: All seats £17.50, under 16s £13.50
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Dance Harts School of Dance Saturdays, 9am - 4pm Goffs School Performing Arts Centre Our professional, family run school is approved by the national dance council. We teach with fun, discipline and care to develop a love of dance for examinations, shows for life. Further information: Call Sarah Smith 01992 634629 or 07709 002213 or visit www.hartschoolofdance.co.uk Age: 3 - 15 Cost: £3 per child
Doric Dance Saturday mornings, 10am Doric Dance Centre, 74a High Street, Cheshunt, EN8 OAJ We are friendly dance school, where you can learn to Dance Ballroom, Latin American and Disco. Open every Saturday morning, come along and learn to dance, keep fit and make friends. For further information please call Jennie Dickinson on 07903 155750 or 01992 624228. Cost: £3 per session
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Kids Street Dance
Kids Street Dance
The John Warner Sports Centre
The Laura Trott Leisure Centre
Upbeat classes based on jazz dance themes including choreography to the latest chart tunes. To book: 01992 445375.
A fun dance class for kids which helps to improve coordination, balance and general fitness. To book: 01992 623345.
Age: 8+
Age: 8+
Time: Wednesdays, 4.30pm - 5.15pm
Time: Thursdays 5pm - 5.45pm
Cost: £4.10
Cost: £4.10
Introduction to Dance
Mayhem Theatre Arts
The Laura Trott Leisure Centre An infusion of dance styles, come along and try them all including ballet, modern, jazz and contemporary styles. To book 01992 623345 Age: 8+ Time: Tuesday 5pm - 5.45pm. Cost: £4.10
Monday - Saturdays, various class times Brewery Yard, Hoddesdon, Herts, EN11 8HF Classes in all aspects of the performing arts. Studio hire, dance, drama and music examinations. Please call Alex Purves on 01992 465100 for more information. Age: 4+ Cost: £4.50
The Valle Academy of Performing Arts Every day, time varies The Valle Academy Studios, Delamare Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SG The Valle Academy of Performing Arts is based in studios in Cheshunt in Hertfordshire, North London. Since being founded in 1994 by Corinne Valle, the Valle Academy has been teaching performing arts in our acting, singing and dance classes to students from all walks of life and ages. The drama school covers a wide spectrum of subjects within the performing arts and prides itself on being innovative and keeping up with what is needed for the students to progress, remain focused and to stay enthusiastic. The Valle Academy drama and performing arts school specialises in singing, acting and dance classes but also offers ballet, street dance, speech & drama and driving lessons as well as confidence coaching Please contact Steve Wortley (Director) on 01992 622862 for further information. Cost: Varies Time: Varies
Level 1 Award in Dance Leadership - see page 47
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Courses & Workshops Baseline Film Club Saturdays, 9.30am - 11.30am Herts Young Mariners Base Young people can have the opportunity to create films with the latest HD equipment and software. This is your chance to put that idea into a professional film with Impressive CGI
Effects such as Explosions and muzzle flashes (As seen in the latest films) to create that awesome action film or keep it simple and create a 15 Second Short. For further information please email Film@ hymb.com Cost: HYMB Membership required £5, plus £5 per session
Free Level 1 Award in Dance Leadership
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Monday 16 February to Friday 20 February, 10am - 5pm
Herts Young Mariners Base, 231 Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, EN8 9AJ
Hertford Regional College, Turnford, EN10 6AE
Tuesday evening is Duke of Edinburgh night at the Herts Young Mariners base. No Experience required.
The Level 1 qualification in Dance Leadership is a great qualification for those learners who are interested in dance. This course qualifies participants to assist dance sessions in the community under supervision. This nationally recognised qualification teaches leadership, organisation, planning, communication and teamwork through a medium of dance styles including Hip Hop, bhangra, salsa and jazz. Age: 13 - 19
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification - Become a Lifeguard
• Jump/dive into deep water • Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds • Swim 100 metres continuously on your front and back in deep water.
Monday 16 - Saturday 21 February Monday 13 - Saturday 18 April Monday 25 - Saturday 30 May
• Tread water for 30 seconds
The John Warner Sports Centre
• Surface dive to the floor of the pool
The RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Professional Qualification is made up from three sections:
• Climb out of the pool unaided without ladders/steps and where the pool design permits
Section One: The lifeguard, swimming pool and supervision.
Cost: £235 plus additional cost for AED training
Cost: FREE (5 hours volunteering required) Further information: Pro-Action Herts on 01707 276859
Tuesdays, 6.30pm - 9pm
Opportunities to Complete Expedition, Physical, Volunteering and Skills part of the Award. 6.30pm - 7pm Drop in Advice, Guidance and registration 7pm - 8pm Expedition Training 8pm - 9pm Fencing for Physical Section of the award Age: 14 - 18 Cost: £20 registration Cost: £18 for 12 weeks expedition training Cost: £18 for 12 Weeks Fencing
Section Two: Intervention, rescue and emergency action plan Section Three: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation AED and first aid Participants must be at least 16 years old by the assessment day and be able to meet the following basic fitness criteria:
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First Aid at Work
(two day refresher course) Please call or email for details The Laura Trott Leisure Centre Cost: £158
First Aid at Work
(three day course for new candidates)
Youth Council Have a say in local decisions that affect you
Please call or email for details The Laura Trott Leisure Centre Cost: £194
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When the weather is fine you know it’s the time For messin’ about on the river. However, the river is not easily accessible to everyone, and that is where CanalAbility come in. The CanalAbility is a registered charity established in 1989 to provide affordable opportunities for anyone with a disability or their carers, charities and community groups to experience the joy of cruising the inland waterways. Our boats are based at our mooring on the River Stort in Harlow, which is easily accessed by road or rail. For day trips we offer a choice of two boats, that provide state of the art facilities for up to 12 people. Our two short break and holiday boats are equipped for overnight stays, allowing people to venture further afield.
For more information contact Howard Garner, Youth Connexions, 01992 588220
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For more information visit www.canalability.co.uk or call 01279 424444
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Outdoor Activities & Youth Facilities Outdoor Facilities Broxbourne Council has allocated significant resources to develop outdoor play facilities for children and young people throughout the Borough. Sites that have specific facilities for young people (aged 11 - 17 years old) include: • Broxbourne - Station Road - Playbuilder site (for ages 8 - 13) and dirt ramps • Cheshunt - Grundy Park - kickabout court • Cheshunt - Nightleys Park - kickabout court and dirt ramps • Goffs Oak - Valley View - kickabout court • Hammond Street - kickabout court • Hoddesdon - Pound Close - skate park and kickabout court • Hoddesdon - Pitfield - playbuilder site (for ages 8 - 13) and dirt ramps • Rye Park - Old Highway Recreation Ground - kickabout court • Turnford - Canada Fields - kickabout court • Waltham Cross - Station Approach - skate park and kickabout court • Waltham Cross - Holdbrook Estate - kickabout court • West Cheshunt - Cheshunt Park - kickabout court and Skatepark • West Cheshunt - Goffs Lane Open Space - kickabout court and dirt ramps • Wormley - Macers Court - kickabout court.
Lee Valley Regional Park Explore our nature reserves, country parks, riverside trails, heritage sites and gardens. Enjoy our farms, a round of golf, horse riding or ice skating. Visit our website for details on our events and great days out. Call 08456 770 600 or visit www.leevalleypark.org.uk
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Advice Services & Volunteering Be Heard! The Council is looking for young people who want to have a say in what happens in their local community. The Broxbourne Citizens’ Panel is a group of local residents which the Council will consult from time to time to gauge opinions on local matters and seek suggestions on how services can be improved. If you want to take part in the Citizens Panel to ensure the views of younger people are heard, or just want to know more, call the Council on 01992 785577.
Youth Connexions and Youth Connexions Hertfordshire Cheshunt One Stop Shop Youth Connections Youth Connexions provides youth work, information, advice, guidance and support for young people aged 13 and 19 (up to 25 for young people with learning disabilities). It also provides support for young people leaving care, up to the age of 21, through the Youth Connexions One Stop Shops.
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Youth Work Projects Employment and Education Training and Apprenticeships Benefits Health Issues Self-esteem Confidence Smoking - How to Quit Drugs and Alcohol Support
• Pregnancy Testing by PCT (Mon & Thurs) and Pregnancy Advice • Chlamydia Tests • C-Card scheme (free condoms) • Computers and Printers • Volunteering Opportunities • Confidential Space to Chat. Offering the opportunity to sit down and discuss a wide range of topics privately and confidentially including Sexual health advice, support and information. C-Card - free condom scheme and Chlamydia testing. For further information call 01992 635000 or 01992 588220 or visit http://www.youthconnexionshertfordshire.org/advice-and-support/ youth-connexions-one-stop-shops-andcentres/cheshunt-one-stop-shop/
Hoddesdon Youth Connexions Drop In Mondays, 3.30pm to 5.30pm The Ark Children’s Centre, Haslewood Avenue, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HT Offering the opportunity to sit down and discuss a wide range of topics privately and confidentially including:
• Sexual health advice, support and information. • C-Card - free condom scheme and • Chlamydia testing. Call 01992 635000 or 01992 588220 for further information.
fun. Trips and activities are free to young carers registered with the Project. We are a County wide project and meet according to the annual programme of activities. For further information please contact us on 01992 586969.
HYH
Age: 9 - 18
Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm hyh are an independent registered charity, established in 1998, to help young people secure and maintain appropriate accommodation by providing information, support and help in a crisis. hyh works with other agencies throughout Hertfordshire towards improving local provision and preventing youth homelessness. Referrals can be made via the gateway on 0844 833 0933. Hertford Office, 2nd Floor, 41 - 43 Fore Street, Hertford SG14 1AL. Tel: 01992 582 034 for further information.
Housing Needs Service Broxbourne Borough Council, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt, EN8 9LX The Housing Needs Service at Broxbourne Council provides advice and assistance to people aged over 16 who have housing difficulties. Information can be given on a range of issues and referrals can be made to a number of other agencies if necessary. Tel: 01992 785505.
Young Carers Project Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Carers in Hertfordshire Young Carers Project provides help, support, information and an annual programme of free trips and activities for young carers, to give them ‘time out’ from their caring role. The opportunity to meet with other young people in similar situations and to have
The Old British School Trust The Old British School Trust of Cheshunt has funds available to help young people who are in need of financial assistance and who are resident in the ‘Ancient Parish of Cheshunt.’ The Old British School Trust is an officially registered educational charity. Each year, the Trust gives help to young people who are undertaking educational or vocational study and who are in need of financial help. Successful applicants receive a small grant towards the cost of, for example, books or equipment, musical instruments or ‘optional extras’ such as a field trip or visit. The course or study can be undertaken at school, college, university or through membership of a youth group or other organisation such as Raleigh International. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must be under the age of 25 and be resident in Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, Turnford or Goffs Oak. For an application form, or for more information, please contact Mrs Lisa Murphy, Secretary to the Trustees, c/o Broxbourne Borough Council, Borough Offices, Bishops’ College, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9XQ - telephone (01992) 785553, or email lcm.environment@broxbourne.gov.uk
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Local Partnerships
Allsorts Community Partnership
Cheshunt Extended Services
Our partnership exists to meet the needs of children, young people and their families.
(registered charity number 1153769)
We work together to provide a range of high quality services, support and activities that promote personal development and standards of learning.
Tel: 01992 308333, Fax: 01992 309444
Our team works from a number of different locations in the local community to ensure that our services can be easily accessed by all.
Supporting Families and the Local Community
We welcome individuals or families that would like to use our services or become more involved in community work. If you would like more details or to register for regular updates about our exciting programmes and services, please contact our Family Support Team. Telephone number: 01992 633761, Email: allsortscc@st-maryshigh.herts.sch.uk
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Turnford School, Mill Lane, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 0JU
Mission Statement
Objective To advance education for the public benefit by the provision of educational services, extra-curricular activities, extended services for the benefit of the families and communities of Cheshunt and the surrounding area and the provision of family support. ChExs is a charitable group that works closely with statutory, voluntary and community settings including primary, secondary and special schools, children’s centres, District and County Councils, housing associations, CVS and residents associations and have forged support and in depth partnerships with corporate companies. These collaborative networks enable ChExs to support families and community projects through complimenting and delivering key
services for the benefit of everyone within the community.
HABS (Hoddesdon and Broxbourne Settings)
Services and activities for families and the local community include parenting support, integrated practice for children and young people ensuring early intervention, adult and family learning platforms, enrichment programmes for children and young people to develop key skills linked to attainment, achievement and personal development and support local families and community groups to meet their specific needs and requirements. ChExs works holistically aiming to meet the needs of all within our area.
HABS is a partnership offering advice, direct family support and parenting information cafes in the area of Wormley, Broxbourne and Hoddesdon covering our 19 settings.
ChExs has a special relationship with Schools and Children Centres. If you would like any more information have any suggestions or would like to be involved in any way please contact us. Thanks for your time and we look forward to working closely with you all to help provide services/activities and clubs to Cheshunt and surrounding areas.
The partnerships aim is to support and engage the children, young people and their families in our local communities offering early intervention, advice and support in their areas of need. Leigh Cole Partnership Manager 01992 303331 Opt 5 07951 497277 lcole@wormley.herts.sch.uk Gabby Connell Family Support Worker 01992 303331 Opt 5 07951 497278 gconnell@wormley.herts.sch.uk Layla Morley Family Support Worker 01992 303331 Opt 5 07983 483091 lmorley@wormley.herts.sch.uk Working hours: Term time only 9am - 3pm
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Everyone is Welcome All Borough of Broxbourne facilities offer access to people with disabilities: • The Laura Trott Leisure Centre and The John Warner Sports Centre swimming pools have a hoist
To advertise/promote your youth activities and services in this brochure please contact Broxbourne Borough Council on 01992 785555 extension 5909.
• Low cost or free activities available • Accessible parking bays
Customers First
www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure
We continually strive to ensure that your needs are met and where possible exceeded. Customer comments are important, you can make suggestions or comments regarding any aspect of our service by:
www.facebook.com/broxbournetheguide
• Speaking to a member of staff • Completing a Customer First comment card, from which you will receive a reply within ten days of your comment being received • Attending a Customer Advisory Panel or Meet the Manager session • Contacting the appropriate centre’s main reception A Council leaflet ‘How to Comment on the Council and its services’ gives further information on how to comment on, compliment or complain about Council services and how this will be dealt with. Copies of this are available from Council facilities and One Stop Shops.
Stay in touch
Twitter @YouthBroxbourne for the latest updates on new activities and services for young people. If you have any comments or would like more information on the featured events, or perhaps you want to advertise in this publication? Please contact us on 01992 785555 extn: 5909 or email leisure@ broxbourne.gov.uk Photographs may be taken by Borough of Broxbourne representatives for promotional purposes during activities and events. If you object to your photo being taken you need to make this known at the beginning of the activity.