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On The Ground – Sharing Your Stories: December’s NSC Spotlight is The Avenues Youth Project

On The Ground - Sharing Your Stories: December's NSC Spotlight

 
This month we’re featuring  the story of Leo and his Judo progress with The Avenues Youth Project

The Avenues Youth Project is an open-access youth provision based in Queen’s Park ward in Westminster, one of the UK’s 10-20% most deprived neighbourhoods. It is an area of high youth crime, where serious incidents are frequent. Their team of qualified youth professionals welcome young people aged 8-18 to engage in activities, create positive relationships, ignite a passion, and have fun. 

Their youth work is primarily delivered on-site in their purpose-built youth centre, but they also take our young people out into their community and beyond. With the support of Everyone Active and ActiveWestminster’s NSC Programme they run free weekly Saturday Judo sessions for young people in our community aged 8-15 years.

Read Leo’s story 

Leo is a regular member of The Avenues and participates in our Saturday Judo sessions.
Over the past year, Leo has developed from a beginner to a competitor, showing not only improvement in his techniques but also in his personal development. The physical and mental demands of Judo, the structured nature of the sessions, along with personalised attention from our Judo coach have been a huge benefit to Leo. Judo's discipline is helping Leo to direct his energy in a positive way. As a result of his hard work Leo was selected to participate in a Judo competition. Despite nerves and a highly stimulating environment, Leo maintained focus and performed exceptionally well; winning a medal for his efforts. This achievement reflected not only Leo’s Judo skills but also his increased confidence, resilience, and ability to face challenges head on. Leo’s journey with a dedicated Judo coach, who has also become a mentor, highlights the importance of focused, personalised mentorship in sports.

You can check these sessions and others on the NSC programme by clicking the button below.

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.

FREE Weekly Children’s Football Training sessions at Elgin Estate

FREE Weekly Children’s Football Training sessions at Elgin Estate

The NSC Programme is offering FREE Weekly Children’s Football Training sessions on Elgin Estate. Why don’t you come along and try them out:
 
SATURDAYS
  • 8-10 years old: 9.15 – 10.15am
  • 11–13 year old: 10.15 – 11.15am
Location: Watson Gardens Sports Pitch, Elgin Estate, Harrow Road, W9 3RU
 
Check the NSC Programme for other activity sessions on

These sessions are part of our NSC programme and they are FREE.

The sessions are delivered in partnership with Walterton and Elgin Community Homes and Everyone Active.
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If you have a questions, contact us on active@westminster.gov.uk

New Athletics Sessions for Children & Young People at Paddington Recreation Ground

New Athletics Sessions for Children & Young People at Paddington Recreation Ground

Come along and improve your foundation skills like balance, coordination and agility, always useful for any sport. These sessions are part of our NSC programme and they are FREE.
 
Check below the sessions days and times for each age category

If you have a questions about the athletics sessions, visit the Paddington Recreation Ground reception or call 020 7644 6880

Fun Times Ahead this October Half Term with Edutain and Edutain+

Fun Times Ahead this October Half Term with Edutain and Edutain +

Escape the boredom this October half term and join in the fun with Edutain and Edutain + activity packed holiday camp! From swimming and dancing, to arts, crafts, football and tennis and trips to cool places – there is so much to do!

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EDUTAIN HALF TERM PROGRAMME

Edutain Programme Details:

As always these sessions will run out of two great locations from Monday 28th October – Friday 1st November between 10am – 3pm at:

  • Academy Sports Centre, Torquay Street, W2 5EW
  • Lillington Garden Community Centre, Under Morgan House Lillington Gardens, SW1V 2LF

To be eligible, children need to be 8 – 13 years old and live or study in Westminster.

Spaces fill up quickly, so make sure you sign up before it’s to late!

For more information please contact Ryan Denys on 07956  956 167 or ryan.denys@sportwestminster.org (between 9am-5pm, Monday – Friday)

EDUTAIN+ HALF TERM PROGRAMME

Edutain+ Programme Details:

This programme is specially designed for children and young people with disabilities, running from Tuesday 29th October – Thursday 31st November between 10am – 3pm at:

  • Academy Sports Centre, Torquay Street, W2 5EW

To be eligible, children need to be 8 – 16 years old and live or study in Westminster.

Spaces fill up quickly, so make sure you sign up before it’s to late!

For more information please contact Leonard Lionel on  07891 386 68 or leonard.lionel@sportwestminster.org (between 9am-5pm, Monday – Friday).

ADVANCE NOTICE: The Pavilion public toilets at Paddington Recreation Ground CLOSED FOR WORKS

ADVANCE NOTICE: Changing rooms and toilets at Paddington Recreation Ground will be CLOSED FOR WORKS

The changing rooms and toilets in the Gym at Paddington Recreation Ground will be closed from Monday 14th October to Mondat 21st October due to ventilation works.
 
Customers can use the public toilets at the bowls pavilion or in the main pavilion during this time.
 
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your cooperation.
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New No Strings Badminton Sessions at Jubilee Community Leisure Centre

New Over 50s Multi-Activity Mornings at Jubilee Community Leisure Centre

No Strings Badminton is now available every Wednesday 6pm-7pm at the Jubilee Community Leisure Centre, thanks to Everyone Active
 
From the 2nd October, every Wednesday 6pm – 7pm after that. At only £3.45 per session, there is something for everyone. Go back to badminton or if you are new, try it out. You will love it.

No Strings Badminton is a national participation programme offering instructor-led, low-cost, fun ‘pay and play sessions’ for all abilities within the local community. Badminton is a fantastic sport for those looking to get active, meet new people and improve your mental health.

Why not join in and get involved?

For more information or to book your spaces please visit Jubilee Community Leisure Centre, come into centre or contact the team on 0203 3761762.
 
JUBILEE COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE
Lancefield street, London W10 4NW
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