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Official Opening of Church Street Community Leisure Centre on Wednesday 8th Feb 2023

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Official Opening of Church Street Community Leisure Centre on Wednesday 8th Feb 2023

Westminster City Council, in partnership with Everyone Active, officially opens brand-new leisure centre with fantastic facilities for the community

We are giving schools a dedicated opening from 1pm-3pm where teachers and children can explore all the leisure centre has to offer.

From 3pm-5pm, everyone in the community will have a chance to join in some free activities, or just drop in to check out the facilities. Book below any of the FREE activities organised by Everyone Active and ActiveWestminster to mark the official opening of the centre!

Free activities available on the day:

      • Basketball

      • Walking Football

      • Volleyball

      • Badminton

      • Table Tennis

      • Zumba

      • Exercise To Music

      • Pilates

      • Yoga

     

    Book Open Day Activities

    Appealing to people of every age, gender and fitness level, it features a massive three-court sports hall with activities like 5-a-side football, while the community studio caters for group exercise classes and children’s parties.

    The private exercise consultation room (for the Physical Activity Referral Scheme) enables healthcare practitioners to refer patients for personalised exercise regimens to assist with chronic health issues.

    Customer platform lifts and a ‘changing places’ space allow users with complex disabilities and their carers to fully adapt to their needs.

    Everyone’s welcome!

    Find out more on Church Street Community Centre website

    Church Street Community Leisure centre
    1 Fisherton Street, London, NW8 8BF
    020 3535 6302

     

    Can’t wait for the opening or can’t make it?

    Don’t worry!

    Take a quick peek with the virtual tour.

    Take the virtual tour

    NSC Spotlight for February – My Little Boarders

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    NSC Spotlight for February - My Little Boarders

    The Neighbourhood Sports Club programme is delivered in collaboration with members of the ActiveWestminster partnership, this month our Spotlight is on My Little Boarders.

    My Little Boarders Sessions

    Specialist in children’s skateboarding in London; mylittleboarders specialises in teaching beginner classes and private lessons from a young age all over London.

    All the instructors are DBS checked and are experienced teaching with children, delivering  group sessions between the classroom and football pitch, alongside therapeutic 1-2-1 interventions tailored to the individual needs of the most vulnerable young people in society.

    Find out more about their programme on https://mylittleboarders.co.uk/programme/

    The NSC programme offers a wide range of sports, times and venues to fit everyone. Find out about all the activities being offered by clicking the button below.

    NSC Programme

    Westminster Wellbeing Walks

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    Westminster Wellbeing Walks

    Are you looking to get out walking and meeting new people? Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Westminster organises short and friendly walks in and around Westminster. You’ll receive a warm welcome and plenty of support to make it easier to get active and stay active.

    All walks are led by trained local residents who are enthusiastic and understanding of walker’s abilities. With a focus on socialising and exploration the walks cater to your own pace. 

    Furthermore we would especially love for you to join us on Wednesdays at 12.30pm Porchester Centre.

    Wellbeing Walks in Westminster

    Wellbeing Walks is a great way to meet new like-minded people and explore your local area without having to worry about getting lost or having to plan your route!

    Ramblers Wellbeing Walks also provides walks on weekdays within Westminster, to find your nearest walk or register for free and receive further information head to ramblers.org.uk.

    Everyone is welcome and we’re looking forward to seeing you soon

     

    NSC Spotlight for January – The Ballers of London

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    NSC Spotlight for January - Ballers of London

    The Neighbourhood Sports Club programme is delivered in collaboration with members of the ActiveWestminster partnership, this month our Spotlight is on Ballers of London.

    BallersofLondon Social

    Ballers of London offer mentoring to young people built around positive relationships. They focus on supporting their passions, in the classroom and beyond.

    They deliver group sessions between the classroom and football pitch, alongside therapeutic 1-2-1 interventions tailored to the individual needs of the most vulnerable young people in society. To find out more about what Ballers of London have to offer and provide head to their Twitter page and Website for more details.

    To find out all the activities being offered head to https://active.westminster.gov.uk/neighbourhood-sports…/

     

    Two schemes to keep you warm, healthy and save money this winter

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    Two schemes to keep you warm, healthy and save money this winter

    As the weather starts to turn it is natural that we start thinking about how to efficiently heat our homes. Due to the ever-present cost of living crisis which we find ourselves in, this is becoming more of a pressing issue. However, the Green Doctors and Warmer Homes schemes can support you.

    Green Doctors

    Struggling to make ends meet? Call the Green Doctors who can support you if you have a low household income!

    • Explain how to make homes energy efficient
    • Install energy saving devices and measures
    • Offer impartial advice on switching energy providers to save money
    • Give income support and debt advice
    • Connect residents with other health and support services

    Referrals can be made by calling 0300 365 3005 or completing this referral form for a free phone consultation or home visit. More information can be found here: Green Doctors London.

    Green Doctor Shakiru

    Warmer Homes

    The Mayor of London’s Warmer Homes programme provides free heating, insulation and ventilation improvements for low-income Londoners who own their own homes or rent privately.

    Grants of between £5,000 and £25,000 are available to eligible low-income homeowners and private tenants, with funding amounts depending on existing energy efficiency rating, tenure, and current fuel type (i.e., gas, electricity, oil, or LPG)

    Warmer Homes Scheme

    Applications can be made here with more information found here.

    The Neighbourhood Sports Club Programme pausing all sessions during the Christmas holidays

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    The Neighbourhood Sports Club Programme will pause all sessions for the Christmas holidays

    The NSC sessions which provides up to 130 hours of free or low-cost activities for people who live, work or study in Westminster each week will be pausing the sessions during the winter holidays.

    From Monday 19th December to Tuesday 3rd January there won’t be any activities scheduled and sessions will resume on Wednesday 4th January 2023.


    NSC pausing activities

    The NSC programme is delivered in collaboration with members of the ActiveWestminster partnership and includes a range of activities from boxing, football, multi-sports, table tennis and walking groups. Sessions take place during weekdays and weekends and in the majority of cases do not require booking in advance. For more information, visit the NSC Programme page.

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