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 |
Various | Hampshire | On-going | Take a look at the BBC Things To Do pages to find more activities in your area | |
Sportivate Beginners Fencing | Ringwood Health & Leisure Centre, | Wed 27 April - 1 June 2013 | 16.00-17.30 | A six-week course in the art of the sword for £24. Limited places - booking essential |
Sportivate Beginners Fencing | Applemore College | Wed 17 April - 22 May 2013 | 18.30-20.00 | Limited places, booking essential. Special rate of £18. Limited places, booking essential. |
Indoor Tennis | Totton Health & Leisure, Water Lane, Totton, SO40 3GX | Mon 6 May - 17 June (excl 27 May) | 15.30-17.30 | A free 6-week course for 14 to 16 year olds. For more information contact Paul Rowland, Totton College Sport Department 02380 874874 |
Summer Touch Rugby | Eastleigh Rugby Football Club, The Hub, Bishopstoke Playing Fields, Bishopstoke Road, Eastleigh SO50 6LA | Wed 8 May - Wed 19 June 2013 (exc 29 May) | 6.30pm to 8.30pm | Mixed. Open to 11 years and above. Everyone welcome (no rugby knowledge necessary). For more details, please check Eastleigh Pirates Rugby website |
Sportivate Discover Boxing | Quays Swimming & Diving Complex | Sat 25 May - 29 June 2013 | 9:00-10:00 | 6 week course for complete beginners aged 14-25 years old. Cost £15. |
Sportivate Discover Sailing | Southampton Water Activities Centre, Floating Bridge Road, Chapel, Southampton, SO14 3FL | Sun 2 June - 7 July 2013 | 13:00-15:30 | 6 week course. Cost £20. |
Sportivate Swimfit | Quays Swimming & Diving Complex | Mon 10 June - 15 July 2013 | To be confirmed | 6 week course specific for 11-16 year olds. |
Sportivate Cardio Tennis | Chamberlayne Leisure Centre | Tues 11 June 2013 | 14:00-15:00 | Targeting children and adults with a learning disability. Cost £15. |
Sportivate Touch Rugby | Andover RFC | Thurs 27 June - 1 Aug 2013 | 19:00-21:00 | GET FIT - HAVE FUN - AND PLAY TOUCH RUGBY FOR FREE! Email Lauryn1st@yahoo.co.uk for details, to register or just turn up and play! |
Sportivate Discover Dodgeball | Bitterne Leisure Centre, Dean Road | Fri 14 June - 19 July 2013 | 19:45-20:45 | 6 week course aimed at 16-24 year olds. Cost £18. |
Sportivate BCU Discover Paddle | Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre, Woodmill Lane, Swaythling, Southampton SO18 2JR | Thurs 4 July - 9 Aug 2013 | 18:00-20:00 | 6 week course specific for 11-17 year olds. Cost £30. |
Sportivate BCU Discover Paddle | Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre, Woodmill Lane, Swaythling, Southampton SO18 2JR | Thurs 4 July - 9 Aug 2013 | 18:00-20:00 | 6 week course specific for 18-25 year olds. Cost £30. |
Sportivate Discover Boxing | Quays Swimming & Diving Complex | Sat 20 July - 24 Aug 2013 | 12:15-13:15 | 6 week course for complete beginners aged 14-25 years old. Cost £15. |
Sportivate Swimfit | Quays Swimming & Diving Comples | Mon 9 Sept - 21 Oct 2013 | To be confirmed | 6 week course specific for 17-24 year olds. |
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. Details of all group classes at the Quays | |
Volleyball | Crestwood College, Eastleigh | Ongoing. | 16:00 - 18:00 | £2 per session. For details and to book, contact tjnasher@hotmail.com (07825 552624) |
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. To book your place on any course or for more information please contact RHL 01252 362660 or visit www.rushmoorhealthyliving.org.uk/chi_ball.php |
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This page was last updated on 8 May 2013. © Copyright Hampshire County Council 2013.