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Free Comedy Workshops in Westminster: Laugh, Connect and Build Confidence

Free Comedy Workshops In Westminster: Laugh, Connect And Build Confidence

Fancy a feel-good way to brighten your week? Discover four FREE six-week comedy courses in Westminster, with friendly faces, fresh skills and plenty of opportunities for a giggle. No experience needed, and no pressure to perform.

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Come for the laughs, try something new and enjoy a little time for yourself.

Choose your comedy crew

There are four courses to pick from, and they all include food and refreshments, plus free comedy club tickets for participants who finish the course.

Stand up and Shine: Comedy for women aged 18+

Find your voice with creative health facilitator and award-winning comedian Carly Smallman.

  • When: Fridays, 6 November–11 December, 11am–1pm.
  • Where: The Passage, St Vincent’s Centre, Carlisle Place, London, SW1P 1NL.
  • Extra laughs: A special showcase, with the date to be confirmed.

The Comedy School Improv comedy for adults aged 18+

Try something spontaneous with The Comedy School. Come as you are and explore comedy in a welcoming group.

  • When: Fridays, 6 November–11 December, 2pm–4pm.
  • Where: The Passage, St Vincent’s Centre, Carlisle Place, London, SW1P 1NL.
  • Extra laughs: A special showcase, with the date to be confirmed.

The Comedy Schooll Comedy for carers and link workers aged 18+

Spend time with others, try something new and enjoy a welcoming space designed to support connection, confidence and optimism. No experience needed and no pressure to perform.

  • When: Fridays, 13 November–18 December, 11am–1pm.
  • Where: Pimlico Library, Lupus Street, Pimlico, London Westminster, SW1V 3AT.
  • Extra laughs: A special showcase, with the date to be confirmed.

Stand Up and Shine for adults aged 50+

Join Carly Smallman for a friendly course with accessible exercises and space.

  • When: Fridays from 13 November, 2pm–4pm. The final workshop moves to Thursday 17 December, with a friends-and-family showcase on Friday 18 December.
  • Where: Pimlico Library, Lupus Street, Pimlico, London Westminster, SW1V 3AT.

Laugh, move and feel good

Comedy gets more than your imagination going. Expressive gestures, playful movement and bringing characters to life make performance a chance to use your body, try something new and connect with others, without pressure to take centre stage.

Together, movement, creativity and shared experiences can support mood, build confidence and nurture a sense of belonging. 

Ready for a laugh? Get in touch

For either course at The Passage: visit The Passage or contact Michael Degale at michael.degale@passage.org.uk or 07936 952090. Your GP, health professional or link worker can also help you register.

For the carers and link workers course or the 50+ course: visit Pimlico Library for registration help, or ask your GP, health professional or link worker to email communityhubs@westminster.gov.uk.

Come for the comedy. Make time for yourself. Leave with something to smile about.

Get Ringside: The Lord Mayor Of Westminster Boxing Cup Returns to Porchester Hall

Get Ringside: The Lord Mayor of Westminster Cup Returns To Porchester Hall

Come and join us for an evening of amateur boxing, live music and community spirit on Saturday 21 November.

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Swim all year round - a whole-body workout, a skill for life, made more affordable with ActiveWestminster.

All Stars Boxing Club presents the annual Lord Mayor of Westminster Cup at Porchester Hall on Saturday 21 November 2026. Cheer on Team All Stars as they take on London’s finest boxing clubs in an exciting evening of amateur boxing.

Boxing meets live music

The action is not just in the ring! Enjoy musical entertainment from artists in the All Stars community project, Sing in the Ring. A licensed bar and hot food will also be available.

Plan your evening

  • When: Saturday 21 November 2026
  • Where: Porchester Hall, 45 Porchester Road, London W2 5HS
  • Timings: Doors open at 5:30pm; show starts at 6pm
  • Tickets: Adults £20; children under 16 £10

Ready for a ringside evening? For tickets and enquiries, contact 0747 542 6327.

Swimming: A Skill For Life, A Way To Stay Active All Year Round

Swimming: A Skill For Life, A Way To Stay Active All Year Round

A whole-body workout, a chance to switch off and a skill for life – swimming is a great way to stay active all year round.

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Swim all year round - a whole-body workout, a skill for life, made more affordable with ActiveWestminster.

Shorter days and chilly weather don’t have to interrupt your routine. An indoor swim keeps you moving, whether you prefer steady lengths or time in the pool with family.

A workout for your body, a skill for your life

Swimming works your arms, legs and core, while the water supports your body for a low-impact workout with less strain on your joints. As part of an active routine, it can boost your mood, ease stress and support better sleep.

Learning to swim builds confidence in the water and gives you a valuable life skill, opening up opportunities to stay active for years to come.

Swim for less with us

A FREE ActiveWestminster Card gives eligible swimmers access to FREE sessions. Offers cover:

  • Children and young people: Westminster residents under 19, eligible disabled young people under 25, and students at Westminster schools, colleges or universities.
  • Westminster residents aged 60 and over.
  • Residents eligible for concessions, including those receiving certain benefits.
  • Families during school holidays: one adult swims free per qualifying Westminster resident child. Both need a card, and advance booking is required.

Swim at Marshall Street Leisure Centre, Moberly Sports Centre, Porchester Centre or Queen Mother Sports Centre. Session times, availability and booking requirements vary; check before visiting. Pool supervision rules apply. 

To get started, check your eligibility and required documents, then register at a participating centre for your FREE  ActiveWestminster Card. Adult residents who don’t qualify for free sessions can access discounted swimming, alongside savings on other activities.

Check out all our swimming offers and plan your next visit by clicking on the button below

Family Parkour Sessions – Every Sunday At St Augustine’s CE HIgh Primary

Family Parkour Sessions - Every Sunday At St Augustine's CE High Primary

Turn Sunday mornings into an adventure with a fun, energetic class that helps families move together, build confidence and learn new skills. 

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Head down to our new Family Parkour Sessions every Sunday

Move, jump and leap your way into Sundays.

Jump, balance, climb and explore in a welcoming family parkour class designed to get everyone moving. Families can take on new challenges side by side, encourage one another and enjoy quality time away from everyday routines.

Whether you are completely new to parkour or ready to try your next move, the session offers an exciting way to be active, have fun and learn together.

More than movement

Parkour is a creative, whole-body activity that can help develop balance, co-ordination, strength and agility. Learning new movements step by step can also build confidence, resilience and problem-solving skills.

Being active together makes the experience even more rewarding. It gives families a chance to connect, celebrate progress and create positive habits around physical activity. Regular movement can support health and fitness while helping to boost mood, energy and self-esteem.

Sessions Details

When: Sundays, 11am to 1pm

Where: St Augustine’s CE High School

New Girls only Premiere League Kicks Girls Only Football Sessions At Chippendale House

New Chelsea FC Foundation Premier League Kicks Session At Chippendale House

Girls, it’s time to lace up those boots, and get on the pitch at a new session designed just for the ladies.

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Come and have a kick around at Chippendale House

Their space, their way

Girls deserve space to play, develop their skills and feel part of football. A dedicated girls-only session puts them at the centre of the game, with time to practise, connect and enjoy playing together.

Sessions Details

When: Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00pm

Where: Chippendale House, SW1V 3BU

Sign up by clicking on the button below

Have Your Say On A Proposed New Gym At Jubilee Community Leisure Centre

Have Your Say On A Proposed New Gym At Jubilee Community Leisure Centre

 
We want your views! Help shape plans for a proposed new community gym at Jubilee Community Leisure Centre.
 
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Help shape what’s next at Jubilee Community Leisure Centre.

A new space to support healthier, more active lives

The proposed 15-station gym would offer cardiovascular equipment, resistance machines and free weights in an accessible, welcoming space for all abilities.

It would retain the Physical Activity Referral Scheme (PARS), while creating more opportunities for local people to get active and supporting the ActiveWestminster Strategy’s focus on inclusion and reducing barriers to participation.

Find out more and share your views

We want to know what you think. Complete the online survey, come along to a drop-in session, or do both.

Two drop-in sessions will take place at Jubilee Community Leisure Centre:

Afternoon drop-in session
Wednesday 4 November, 5pm–7pm

Morning drop-in session
Friday 13 November, 11am–1pm

Jubilee Community Leisure Centre
Lancefield Street
W10 4NW

However you choose to take part, we want to hear your views.

Click on the button to take the survey which is open until Friday 27 November.

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