Have a Go
Fancy getting back into a sport you used to enjoy, or have a go at a sport you’ve never done before?
Whether you’ve ‘got out of the habit’ of doing sport and want to get back into an active lifestyle, or have never been a ‘sporty’ person but want to enjoy being active with friends and family in a no-pressure, fun environment, there are plenty of county-wide opportunities for you to do just this.
Sportivate courses (usually for 14-25 year olds) and ‘Return to Sport’ courses (usually for adults) are specifically designed so you can try out a range of sports sport in a social, fun environment – at very little cost. No prior experience is required; join in with a friend, or make friends there – it’s up to you!
Current courses listed below. Dates and times subject to change - please contact the course contact for more information and to book. If you are interested in a course which has already started, just give the activity contact a call - there may be places still available!
Activity | Where | Dates | Time | Course details, bookings & cost |
Football | Astro pitches: | 24 October - March 2012 | Mondays or Wednesdays. | For details / booking contact Sophie Davis |
Sportivate Handball | Brook Club, Sackville Street, Southsea PO4 4BU | 8 weeks from Tuesday 10 January 2012 | 17:00 - 18:00 | 14-16 year olds. £1 per session. |
Sportivate Handball | BYAC Youth Club, Lake Road Portsmouth, PO1 4DY | 8 weeks from Wednesday 11 January 2012 | 19.30 - 20.30 | 14-16 year olds. £1 per session. |
Sportivate Handball | Portsea Youth Club, John Pounds Centre, Aylward Street, Portsmouth PO3 1PN | 8 weeks from Thursday 12 January 2012 | 17:00 - 18:00 | 14-16 year olds. £1 per session. |
Free Veracity Activity programme | The Veracity Sports Ground | Throughout January, February and March 2012 | various | There’s no need to book for any of the sessions – just turn up at the start time ready to get active and have some fun! For more information on any of the sessions please contact Chamberlayne Leisure Centre on 023 8043 7668 or email chamberlayne@activenation.org.uk |
Sportivate Indoor Women's Football | Bridgemary School Sports Hall, Wych Lane, Gosport, PO13 0JN | 5 January 2012 - 29 March 2012 | 19:00 - 20:00 | 14-25 year olds. £2 per session. |
Running for Beginners | Outdoor Sports Centre | 14 January 2012 for 6 consecutive weeks | 10.30 – 11.30 | run by Lorsdhill Running Club - Cost £18.00 |
Pregnant Mums physical activity project | Quays Swimming and Diving Complex | 14 January 2012 for 6 weeks | 13:00 - 15:00 | This course costs just £20 for 6 weeks! To book, please contact the Quays on 02380 720900 or email thequays@activenation.org.uk , limited spaces! For further information please visit the link |
Back To Netball | Chamberlayne Leisure Centre | 18 January for 6 consecutive weeks | 18.20 – 19.20 | If you have not played netball for years but are looking for a fun way of getting fit with other like minded adults then this course is for you. A qualified netball coach will show you the basic skills of playing netball in a fun and friendly environment. |
Introduction to Crossfit | Alternative Fitness Solutions, Andover SP10 5NT | Thursday 19 January 2012 for 6 weeks | 19:00 -20:00 | Introduce the fundamental movements that are used in CrossFit, beginning with the basics. The movements build upon each other each session. Each session will include a workout, which will increase in difficulty over the course of the 6 sessions, in order to increase your fitness levels so the participant is ready for the intensity of the group classes in the future. Costs just £30 for 6 weeks. |
Go Ski, Go Board | The Southampton Snow Sports Centre | 23 January 2012 for 6 consecutive weeks | 18.00 – 19.00 and | Beginners skiing and snowboarding lessons for participants aged 14-25. Costs just £30. All equipment is provided, so you just need to bring yourself along! To book a place please contact the Southampton Snowsports centre on 0300 0200 135 or email Snowsports.southampton@activenation.org.uk |
Back To Badminton | Chamberlayne Leisure Centre | 29 January 2012 for 6 weeks | 11.00 - 12.00 | Just £18. All equipment is provided, so you just need to bring yourself along. To book your place on the course contact Chamberlayne Leisure Centre today on 02380 437668. For more information visit the link |
Volleyball | Crestwood College, Eastleigh | Ongoing. | 16:00 - 18:00 | £2 per session. For details and to book, contact tjnasher@hotmail.com (07825 552624) |
Introduction to Squash | Riverpark Leisure Centre, Winchester | Wednesdays 1 February 2012 | 12:30 -13:30 | Coaching course for beginners. All equipment supplied! |
Chi Ball | Hawley Memorial Hall, Hawley Green, Camberley GU17 9BW | Ongoing Fridays | 12:15 -13:15 | This gentle exercise class combines Tai Chi, Yoga, and Pilates in a unique holistic concept together with the philosophies of traditional Chinese medicine, gentle self awareness and deep relaxation. Using a small hand held aroma infused ball. |
Introduction to Tennis | Rushmoor | January 2012 for 6 weeks | TBC | Providing opportunities to reintroduce tennis to adults in Rushmoor. All equipment supplied. |
Introduction to Martial Arts | Precision Martial Arts, Aldershot | February 2012 for 6 weeks | TBC | Providing opportunities for adults to try a variety of martial arts within Aldershot. |
Zumba | John Pounds Centre Queen Street, Portsmouth PO1 3HN | 7 February - 27 March 2012 (Tuesdays) | 9.30 - 10:30 | 18-25 year olds. £2 per session. |
Sportivate Learn to Skate - MLD | Basingstoke Ice Rink | 20 Feb for 6 weeks | 15:00 | For 14-25 year olds. FREE. To book call 01256 355266 |
Sportivate Learn to Skate | Basingstoke Ice Rink | 20 Feb for 6 weeks | 16:00 | For 14-25 year olds. FREE. To book call 01256 355266 |
Sportivate Learn to Play Ice Hockey | Basingstoke Ice Rink | 22 Feb for 6 weeks | 14:00 | For 14-25 year olds. FREE. To book call 01256 355266 |
Sportivate Learn to Play Ice Hockey - MLD | Basingstoke Ice Rink | 22 Feb for 6 weeks | 15:00 | For 14-25 year olds. FREE. To book call 01256 355266 |
Introduction to Tennis | Hale Gardens Tennis Club, New Milton BH25 6HA | Thursday 23 February 2012 | 10:00 -11:30 | Coaching course for beginners. All equipment supplied! Just £1 on the day. |
Get into Golf | Various | 23 February - 31 March 2012 | 1 hour sessions | Taster sessions will be held at Get into Golf Clubs centres across the county - £5 per person. To find out more about taster sessions near you visit www.hantsgolfpartnership.co.uk |
Free Laser Clay pigeon shooting taster sessions | Netball courts at Outdoor Sports Centre Southampton | Sunday 26 February 2012 Sunday 22nd April 2012 | Both days 11:00 - 14:00 | Shoot a de-commissioned gun with an infrared laser sight at a moving plastic disc, just like the real thing but with out the kick back, noise and damage of a real gun. Children and adults welcome. No need to book, just come on down and see if you have what it takes to be a sharp shooter! Ross.Mclean@activenation.org.uk |
Women only | Oasis Academy Mayfield: | 28 February – 3 April 2012 | 18:00 -19:00 | From 16 years and above To book your place on one of our Learn to Row Courses please contact Oasis Academy Mayfield |
Golf Taster Sessions | Blackmoor Golf Club, Whitehill, Bordon | 1 March - 31 March 2012 | For Men & Women. To find out further information on the above sessions and to book a lesson with a qualified PGA Coach please telephone Blackmoor Golf Club on 01420 472345 www.getintogolf.org | |
New Mum's Buggy Workout | Southampton Outdoor Sports Centre | 15 March for 6 weeks | 10:30 - 11:30 | £21 for 6 weeks. Contact us on 03000 200135 to book or via email sports.centre@activenation.org.uk. Website |
Waterpolo for adult beginners | Quays Swimming & Diving Complex | 12 March for 6 weeks | 18:30 - 19:30 | Contact us on 02380 720900 to book or via email thequays@activenation.org.uk |
Adults Learn to fish course | Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre | Sunday 6 May 2012 for 5 weeks | 10.00 - 15.00 | Costs just £25 for 25 hours of coaching! All equipment is provided, so you just need to bring yourself along. This is expected to be a very popular course and we do have limited spaces, so please book early to avoid disappointment. To book onto the course please contact 0300 0200135 or email info@woodmill.co.uk |
Tai Chi & Yoga | Quays Swimming & Diving Complex | Ongoing | Pay as you go basis. Weekly Tai Chi classes on a Tuesday 2-3pm and Friday 11am -12pm. Ashtanga Yoga on a Tuesday 8.15-9.15am and Sunday 10.00 -11.45. These classes cost just £5.50 per session and you can book onto a class 7 days in advance. | |
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