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New Women Only Gym Sessions at Porchester

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New Women Only Sessions at Porchester Leisure Centre!

From 30th of August our programmable zone located on the 2nd floor will become a Women Only Gym.

The sessions’ capacity is 15 people, so check out the slots available and ensure to book it. 

Please remember that a Health Commitment Statement and an Online Induction must be completed before the start of your session.

Porchester Leisure Centre
Queensway
London W2 5HS
020 7221 6118

new women only gym

This will be a private, safe and friendly space that can be used for any type of workout. A female member of staff will periodically check on exercisers and be on hand for assistance.

On The Ground – Sharing Your Stories: August’s NSC Spotlight Feature

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On The Ground - Sharing Your Stories: Our NSC Spotlight For August

 
This month we’re featuring London Capital FC’s Young Football Talent
 
We’ve got a glowing testimonial from a London Capital FC about a young man from Ghana, aspiring to make it big in the world of football. Here’s what he had to say about this talented 18 year old who has made strides towards his dream.

As always we can’t wait to hear more of your inspiring stories. Contact us if you want to share your experiences from any of the NSC sessions by clicking the button below.

Share your NSC story

Dance Westminster 2024 is now open for registrations!

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Dance Westminster 2024 is now open for registrations!

Dance Westminster 2024 is now open for registrations! Now in it’s 5th year, our fun free, inclusive annual pan-disability dance competition has been designed to encourage and allow disabled people to become more active through dance. If you are a dance enthusiast please join us for this unique and wonderful opportunity. 

 

DW website

Run in partnership with Step Change Studio, we want to make it bigger and better than ever! So if you are a dance enthusiast please join us for this unique and wonderful opportunity. 

Registrations for Dance Westminster are now open and anyone wanting to participate can sign up for one of the three following workshops:

  • 30th August (2pm – 3:30pm) at Forrester Court Cirencester Street, Off Harrow Road, W2 5SR. This session is for older participants over the age of 50
  • 13th September (10:00am – 11:30am) at Queen Elizabeth 2 Jubilee School. This session is for disabled children and young people ages 11- 17
  • 18th September (10:30am-12:30pm) at Everyone Active, Paddington Recreation Ground. This session is for young people and adults 18+

Full details of the workshops, auditions and how the whole competition works can be found on our dedicated page for Dance Westminster.

Barefoot Bowls Friday 2 Aug – Let’s Bowl

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Barefoot Bowls Friday 2 August - Let's Bowl

Join us for Barefoot Bowls this Friday and every first Friday of the month.
 
Playing bowls is good for you! Specially good for older people as a way to keep active and healthy. However, bows is open to everyone as it offers several health advantages such as increased physical fitness, enhanced dexterity and proficiency. 
 
Come along this Friday 2nd August at Paddington Sports Club and try it out. You will be surprised as it is a perfect evening to be physically active, socialise and have a great time.
 
From 6.30pm Friday 2nd August and every first Friday of the month
Entry £10
 
Castellain Road, Maida Vale W9 1HQ
 

June Barefoot Bowls
Fridays not a good day, check out Paddington Sports Club for differnt sessions and clubs during the week and over the weekend. 

On The Ground – Sharing Your Stories: the New NSC Spotlight Feature

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On The Ground - Sharing Your Stories: the New NSC Spotlight Feature

Following the success of NSC Spotlight, we’re introducing the “On the ground – Sharing your stories” to share the real experiences of those attending the NSC sessions.
 
This month we have a Pimlico Academy pupil aged 15 who attended the Unity in the Community Tournament on 15 June at Paddington Recreation Ground and this is what he had to say:
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We can’t wait to hear more of your stories, contact us if you want to share your experiences from any of the NSC sessions by clicking the button below.

Share your NSC story

Come along to Girls Allowed Free Sports Day Monday 8 July

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Come along to Girls Allowed Free Sports Day Monday 8 July

You don’t want to miss this fantastic sports day specially designed for girls and full of fun activities.
 
The event will take place on Monday 8th July in Hyde Park as part of the British Summer Time Festival.
 
This is a FREE and no booking is required. Just turn up for an afternoon of sports and fun from 4.30pm to 7.30pm.
 
Girls Allowed is a safe space for girls to be active through a range of multi-sports, that engage the disengaged alongside help build physical literacy & life skills such as teamwork, resilience & communication.
girls allowed

The event is hosted by ESP Foundation, learn more about their work by visiting their website ESP Foundation.