Energise Me's Second September Update
26th September, 2025
In Energise Me's second September newsletter, they talk about their 2024-25 impact report, and highlights fron National Inclusion Week.
26th September, 2025
In Energise Me's second September newsletter, they talk about their 2024-25 impact report, and highlights fron National Inclusion Week.
17th September, 2024
Bringing you all of the latest news from our project! We also love to promote different community groups, activities and companies from the borough of Havant.
Current Sessions...
Spaces now available in our Friday Yoga class!
It is rare that we have spaces become available on our GUAG Friday Yoga class. Your first class is free and then its £7 per session. Take care of your body and mind in this beginner-friendly yoga class, which will help increase flexibility, mobility and balance, as well as mindfulness and relaxation.
Suitable for all abilities, you will be led by an experienced instructor to unite movement and breath, in an encouraging and sociable environment. Fridays 10:30 - 11:30am at the Leigh Park Baptist Church. To find out more or to book your space please use the button below:
Get your first Yoga class FREE
Women's only non- contact boxing!
Wednesday night and Sunday mornings every week at the Leigh Park Boxing club. If you've always wanted to try out boxing, you've come to the right place! These Get up and go non - contact session are suitable for complete beginners - no prior experience is necessary and all fitness levels are welcome.
Wednesdays 17:30 - 18:30 and Sundays 10-11am at Bessey's Gym above the Leigh Park community centre.
Book onto our women's boxing classes
Parkinson's UK
Join us for physical activities for people with Parkinson's.
Steady and Strong every Thursday from 1.30pm at Hayling Island Community Centre.
Qiqong - Every Friday from 1.30pm at Bedhampton Community Centre.
Both classes £2.50 pay as you go.
Partners and carers welcome.
Book your place: getupandgohavant.com
Contact: infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk 07720 076 284
Visit our Parkinsons page to find out how you can book onto these classes
Family boxing sessions continue!
All abilities are welcome along to our family boxing sessions which are delivered at the Bessey boxing club in Leigh park. If you've always wanted to try out boxing, you've come to the right place! These Get up and go non - contact sessions are suitable for complete beginners - no prior experience is necessary and all fitness levels are welcome. Every Wednesday 4:30 - 5:30pm. The best part is that children go FREE and adults cost £5!
Book your family onto our Family boxing
New addition to our community offer!!
Pay what you can Yoga at Leigh Park Baptist Church on Wednesday evenings.
A yoga class suitable for practitioners of all levels, whether you've never done yoga before or are an advanced practitioner - all are welcome no matter their abilities or experience! This class blends elements of mindfulness and dynamic yoga sequences aiming to energise and de-stress - Online payment and honesty box will be available on site.
Free parking available on site. Wednesdays 6-7pm at the Leigh Park Baptist church. To find out more about payment options visit the link below:
To book your space on this class, click here
Live Longer Better News...
FREE Qigong at Staunton Country park!
This session is being delivered as part of our Live longer better event. Qigong (pronounced chee gong), is an ancient form of exercise from China. It consists of a combination of mindful movements, still postures, meditation, and breathing techniques. Qigong is a holistic practice that connects mind, body, and spirit.
This FREE session is on Wednesday 24th September 12-1pm. The session will be delivered on the grass in front of the Coach house. Please note that parking is also FREE on the day of this session. To book your place or to find out more please use the button below:
FREE Qigong at Staunton Country Park Staunton Country Park
Flora & Fauna/History walk at Staunton Country park!
Have you ever wanted to find out about the nature and history of Staunton? This is your opportunity, Graham and Jim will cover a range of different topics including; history, wildlife and plant life within the park. Parking is free on the day of this walk. Meet at the Coach house at 11:30am. This walk is on Wednesday 24th September 11:30 - 12:30pm.
Flora & Fauna/History walk at Staunton
Inclusive walk at Staunton Country park!
Does limited mobility hold you back from accessing the park? This inclusive walk is delivered on level paths, at a mindful pace so you can take in the park! Wednesday 24th September 1-2pm, parking is FREE on the day.
The meet point for this walk is by the parking machine in the car park.
Inclusive walk at Staunton Country Park
Functional Fitness MOT tests
We all know that MOTs are a mandatory inspection of your car but did you know that there is such thing as a human MOT? These tests measure your physical fitness, strength, balance, and flexibility to help you understand your current physical capabilities and how you compare to others people the same age and gender.
During the delivery of the Live Longer better project there will be plenty of opportunities for you to get your Functional fitness MOT. As part of this you will receive a booklet which includes; your results, the physical activity guidelines, ways to stay active and local opportunities to you. The MOT tester will discuss your test results and support you to find sessions and activties that are suitable for you.
We will be delivering Functional Fitness MOTs at our Staunton event. If you are unable to make this, please email us to find out the next dates!
Email us to find out when you can get your Functional Fitness MOT
Live Longer Better Event at Staunton Country Park
Wednesday 24 September, 11am - 2pm
Whether you are still active and well, or just noticing a shift in how you feel, investing more in your health now can shape your next 10 years and beyond.
Join us for a day of fun activities focusing on the positive lifestyle changes you can make to give you the best opportunity of staying independent in later life!
Activities
11:30am - 12:30pm | History Walk (meet outside the Coach House)
12pm - 1pm | Qiqong taster session (lawn in front of Coach House)
1pm - 2pm | Inclusive Walk (meet by car park pay point)
11am - 2pm | Functional fitness MOTs
11am - 2pm | Horizon health checks
11am - 2pm | The Spring craft activities
Stalls
Visit our range of stalls, offering friendly and informative health and wellbeing advice:
* Community First
*Horizon
* Havant & East Hants Mind
FREE parking!
(code will be provided at event)
Local Activities...
SEND Health & Wellbeing Fayre
START 10AM-2PM
FREE ENTRY
CONNECT * EXPLORE * SUPPORT
Wednesday 8th October
Horizon Havant, Civic Centre Road, Havant, PO9 2AY
Explore up to 20 local exhibitors sharing support, advice, and resources - all tailored for SEND families and individuals.
Creatful HAVANT
CREATIVE * INCLUSIVE * SAFE * MINDFUL * COLLABORATIVE
An arts, crafts, and wellness group supporting women with complex needs, including those facing addiction, homelessness, abuse, or involvement in the criminal justice system.
WEDNESDAYS, 10:30AM - 12PM
Join us for a relaxed art and craft session or simply come along for a chat and some company in a safe and welcoming space.
Launching September 10th 2025
Term-time only
www.creatful.co.uk
Heart of the Park, Leigh Park Community Centre, Dunsbury Way, Havant, PO9 5BG
GrowingPlaces Second Bloom MARKET EVENING
THURSDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER / 6.30-8.30PM
Shop local with Second Bloom and many more stall holders!
DOGS TRUST FUNDRAISER
CLOTHING, CAKES, & SWEET TREATS
ART, CRAFTS, AND MUCH MORE!
FREE ENTRY
Anders Hall, Jubilee Park, Waterlooville, PO7 6AW
DEXI'S SILVER MOVER'S FITNESS CLASS
EVERY TUESDAY
11:30am - 12:30pm
SPRINGWOOD COMMUNITY CENTRE
Silver movers keep fit class combined with dance steps, for ages 55+, £5.00
Contact Dexi on 07530976261
110 Springwood Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 8BJ
Contact Us...
Do you have something you want to include in our next newsletter? Please send an email to infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk with a description of the content and an image to go with it! This could be promotion of a session, a community group you want to shout about or share how GUAG has helped you to live a healthier lifestyle! To be considered email us now with your ideas!
GET UP AND GO ADMIN HOURS
If you need to contact a member of the admin team on the phone please follow the below hours. Please continue to contact the team via email at any point.
infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk 07720 076284 (admin opening hours only)
Monday 10am - 2pm,Tuesday 4-6pm, Wednesday 10am - 2pm, Thursday 10am - 2pm, Friday 10am - 2pm, Saturday - please email and Sunday - please email
www.getupandgohavant.com
17th September, 2025
At Havant and East Hants Mind, we are very excited to announce we are hosting our second Mental Elf Fun Run!
We have now launched our Mental Elf Fun Run Eager Elf price offer, which is available till the end of September 2025😃
Join us on Sunday 30th November, 10am (Start time) at Staunton Country Park for festive fun, Christmassy vibes and raising funds for a fantastic cause! Here is the link: Mental Elf – Havant & East Hants Mind
We are also looking for volunteers for the event, to help with:
Marshalling
Cheering on participants
Providing a positive, welcoming, engaging environment on the day for participants
Handing out medals, water, fruit
If anyone at your club is interested in volunteering, they can contact me directly to find out more.
If you have any further questions, please reach out to me at fundraising@easthantsmind.org
Thank you for your support, we hope to see some of your club members in December.
Kind Regards
Lorna Howes (She/Her)
Sports Club Engagement and Community Fundraising Officer
Havant and East Hants Mind.
11th September, 2025
I hope you've had a lovely summer.
I'm pleased to attach the new Sport Welfare newsletter from Energise Me.
Among other items, the newsletter contains a registration link for the free regional Sport Welfare in-person event for clubs, taking place in Reading on 11th October.
Energise Me is also hosting a fully funded Coaching Workshop, at the John Pounds Centre in Portsmouth, on the evening of 2nd October, and it would be appreciated if you could share the registration link with your member clubs' coaches: Coaching Workshop: How to be a Child First Coach Tickets, Thu, Oct 2, 2025 at 6:30 PM | Eventbrite
If you/your clubs have any local events planned over the next few months, which the Sport Welfare Officers could attend and support, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Kind regards,
Sue
Sue Forber
Sport Welfare Officer
07561 111027
sue.forber@energiseme.org.
11th September, 2025
In Energise Me's first September newsletter, they talk about the many benefits of being active, and the best ways to keep active.
29th July, 2025
In Energise Me's July newsletter, they talk about a study conducted into how much PE uniform affects girls’ confidence and willingness to join in, and the National Fitness Day annual campaign by UK Active that highlights the importance of physical activity in helping people live happy and healthy lives.
4th September, 2025
In our vice-president's September newsletter, she talks about the future of the Sports Association in the face of the proposed unitary authority.
23rd June, 2025
In Energise Me's second June newsletter, they talk about the Hampshire School Games, and Sports England's Movement Fund.
20th July, 2025
Bringing you all of the latest news from our project! We also love to promote different community groups, activities and companies from the borough of Havant.
Current Sessions...
Free taster sessions at the Purbrook Heath bowls club
Purbrook Heath Bowling Club is a friendly outdoor and short-mat bowls club located on Purbrook Heath, just three miles north of Portsmouth. They are situated on Purbrook Heath and surrounded by an abundance of bird life. There is nothing better than listening to the varied birdsong while enjoying a relaxing game of bowls.
The Purbrook bowls club would love to welcome you to their club by offering you three FREE taster sessions so that you can give Bowls a go before committing to the Bowls shoes and memberships. To redeem your FREE taster sessions at the Purbrook Heath Bowls club please email the club secretary on: purbrooksecretary@gmail.com
Inclusive walk - Staunton Country Park
All are welcome at this brand new sociable inclusive walk at Staunton Country park! The walk will be led by experienced walk leaders Sheila and Graham and will explore the beautiful surroundings of the top part of the park (not including the lake) The walk will take around 60 minutes, and will incorporate only the level paths at Staunton, at a relaxing pace, with some sensory points being pointed out along the way for those that are interested.
📆22nd July, 12th and 26th August⏰10:30 - 11:30am 💰FREE 📍Staunton country park, Middle Park Way, Havant PO9 5HB. Meet outside the coach house. 💯For anyone aged 16+
Inclusive walk
Clubbercise with Claire - Leigh Park
Clubbercise® is a fun cardio workout that combines easy-to-follow dance, toning and combat moves with high and low impact options. Classes are held in a darkened room with nightclub-style lighting and everyone uses a pair of Clubbercise LED glow sticks.
Book using the link below and use discount code HAVANT to get your first class FREE https://gymcatch.com/app/provider/1015/events
Clubbercise with Claire
Evening walk at Staunton Country Park
Are you looking for an evening walk in Havant? This walk is back by popular demand. Lots of local residents asked for an evening walk. The next evening walk is Thursday 17th July 6pm. Meet point for this walk is the visitors centre. Please note that the car park is open until 7:30pm and facilities will not be available during this walk.
You do not need to book onto this walk, just simply turn up!
Evening walk at Staunton
Live longer better!
Live Longer Better focuses on the positive lifestyle changes we can make to give us the best opportunity to keep doing the things we love and staying independent in later life. We are pleased to share that we will be adding a Live Longer Better section to the GUAG newsletter. Content within this new section will include; new and existing physical activity sessions, support and advice on ageing well, upcoming events where you can access a Functional Fitness MOT and where locally you can go to find Live Longer Better champions. This will also be a space for partners to share updates about how they are navigating through this exciting new project and how you can get involved. The first Live Longer Better update will be available in the August GUAG newsletter.
For more information about this project and how you can get involved please click the button below:
Live Longer better
Zumba Gold - Cowplain
Looking for a fun and energizing way to stay active? Zumba is all about great music, good vibes, and a workout that doesn’t feel like one! This introduces you to easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on your balance, range of motion and coordination.
📆Wednesdays⏰11:45am - 12:40pm 📍Cowplain activity centre, Padnell Road, Waterlooville PO8 8EH 🅿️FREE parking is available at this venue. 💰£6 per week - first session FREE
Book your place now by following the link below:
Zumba Gold
Local Activities...
We have an exciting addition to this year's programme of play area refurbishments and we want to hear your views on how we could improve Southwood Road play on Hayling Island (PO11 9PU).
Subject to funding, Havant Borough Council plan to improve the provision at this site to ensure it continues to meet the needs of our community.
To make sure the new design is shaped and influenced by the people who visit this play area, we want to hear from you on what should be included so that the play area is suitable, fun and long lasting.
Have your safe via the link below:
Project: Southwood Road | Havant Borough Council
Horizon offer swimming lessons for £10 per month!
Please note that this offer is for Havant residents only. To be selected for this fantastic opportunity, please visit the link below: https://horizonlc.com/swimming/horizon-swim-school/learn-to-swim-with-portsmouth-water/ .
Community Hub
There are a range of Food Support organisations throughout the Havant Borough, whether you are looking for a hot meal, a food bank referral or help with the cost of the weekly shop, this support hub should have the answers you need.
Community Food Support Network | Havant Borough Council
Contact Us...
Do you have something you want to include in our next newsletter? Please send an email to infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk with a description of the content and an image to go with it! This could be promotion of a session, a community group you want to shout about or share how GUAG has helped you to live a healthier lifestyle! To be considered email us now with your ideas!
GET UP AND GO ADMIN HOURS
If you need to contact a member of the admin team on the phone please follow the below hours. Please continue to contact the team via email at any point.
infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk 07720 076284 (admin opening hours only)
Monday 10am - 2pm,Tuesday 4-6pm, Wednesday 10am - 2pm, Thursday 10am - 2pm, Friday 10am - 2pm, Saturday - please email and Sunday - please email
www.getupandgohavant.com
18th June, 2025
Hi everyone,
I hope you're enjoying the sunny weather.
Our next online forum on 14th July, which we're running with our Sport Welfare Officer colleagues in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, will look at "How can a trauma informed approach help sports clubs to be more inclusive?"
This informative session will explore how trauma-informed physical activity can foster positive cultures in sport by creating safer, more inclusive spaces within our clubs. Hosted by Andrew Bowly, Head of Inclusion, Safeguarding, and Wellbeing at British Judo, along with British Paralympic Judo medallist Sam Ingram, the session will share valuable insights and findings from British Judo’s efforts to make Judo a sport for everyone, and how these insights can be applied in other sports.
All welcome - club welfare officers, coaches, committee members and anyone else with an interest.
Please register here to attend:
Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
Best wishes,
Sue
Sue Forber
Sport Welfare Officer
07561 111027
sue.forber@energiseme.org.
18th June, 2025
Bringing you all of the latest news from our project! We also love to promote different community groups, activities and companies from the borough of Havant.
Current Sessions...
Low Impact Dance Fitness!
We had a fantastic first week at our brand new Low impact dance class. Participants loved the first class and are looking forward to next week. Fancy joining them and giving it a go? Sessions will include a combination of Salsa, Charleston, Line Dancing, Ballet, Jazz, Waltz, Musical Theatre and many more....
To find out more or to book your place please visit the link below:
Low Impact Dance
Nikki Black from participant to Instructor!
We are so pleased to announce that Nikki Black is now a qualified gym instructor. Nikki's passion and hard work to advocate for this session, showed us that she deserved this opportunity. With this comes with a NEW weekly circuits class. We now have 3 weekly classes on the outdoor gym equipment in Jubilee Park!
New session details:
📆Tuesdays ⏰6:30 - 7:30pm💰£2 per session - payable via cash or bank transfer 💯For anyone aged 16+ living in the Havant Borough
Tuesday Circuits class
Zumba Gold - Cowplain
Looking for a fun and energizing way to stay active? Zumba is all about great music, good vibes, and a workout that doesn’t feel like one! This introduces you to easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on your balance, range of motion and coordination.
📆Wednesdays⏰11:45am - 12:40pm 📍Cowplain activity centre, Padnell Road, Waterlooville PO8 8EH 🅿️FREE parking is available at this venue. 💰£6 per week - first session FREE
Book your place now by following the link below:
Zumba Gold
Inclusive walk at Staunton Country Park
This brand-new walk has been designed to support residents access the park. Led by our walk leaders Sheila and Graham, they will explore the beautiful surroundings of the top part of the park (not including the lake) with you. This inclusive walk is delivered on level paths, at a mindful pace so you can take in the park! To find out the next dates for this walk please use the button below:
Inclusive walk
GUAG - Community offering 💚
We have been working hard to secure a new offering as part of our project. This is called the 'community offering'. This is all about working in partnership with organisations from across the borough to promote their services to you... in return we are able to offer you FREE taster sessions!
Thrive is Horizons vibrant initiative tailored for children and young individuals aged 0-15. At THRIVE, they're dedicated to cultivating healthy and active lifestyles, igniting a passion for exploration, and unlocking the boundless potential within our local youth community. You can find the activity timetables below.
FREE Thrive sessions available now💙
To receive your FREE voucher please email us on: infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk
https://www.getupandgohavant.com/.../free-thrive-sessions...
Clubbercise in Leigh Park
We are so excited to announce that Clubbercise with Claire has come on board as part of our 'Community offer'. Claire is offering you the opportunity to try the class for FREE.
Clubbercise® is a fun cardio workout that combines easy-to-follow dance, toning and combat moves with high and low impact options. Workout with a difference.... classes are held in a darkened room with nightclub-style lighting and everyone uses a pair of Clubbercise LED glow sticks. Everybody is welcome at these classes, high and low impact options available!
📆Mondays (next date 23rd June)⏰18:30 - 19:30pm 📍Leigh Park Workings Men's Club 🅿️FREE parking is available at this venue. 💰£5.75 per week - first session FREE
Use the code 'HAVANT' to receive your first session FREE.
Clubbercise booking
Local Activities...
SENDsational Walks
Every Monday (term time only) 11:00-12:00
Broadmarsh Coastal Park
Harts Farm Way, Havant, PO9 1HS
For all parents and carers of neurodiverse children and those with disabilities.
Walking and talking in an open, safe space environment. Stomping out the challenges together and skipping for the highs with people who understand.
See Facebook: SENDsational for more details.
Email us at sendsationalwalks@outlook.com
Toni and Juliet look forward to welcoming you.
Horizon Leisure Appoints Community Inclusion Officer to Enhance
Access to Physical Activity
Charitable trust, Horizon Leisure, has appointed Juliet Bowskill as its Community Inclusion Officer to enhance community engagement and ensure equitable access to physical activity across the Borough.
A new strategic role for the charity, this key appointment follows a rigorous recruitment process and demonstrates Horizon Leisure's commitment to addressing health inequalities and barriers to participation in physical activity. In her part-time role, Juliet will work in direct partnership with Havant Borough Council to support the implementation of its five-year Havant Active Wellbeing Strategy, which aims to reimagine how residents incorporate movement into their daily lives.
In her role, Juliet will develop outreach strategies to engage underrepresented community members, organise inclusive events and workshops, and collaborate with family centres, schools and local organisations and charities, including Community First and affordable housing partnerships. She will also oversee Horizon Leisure’s Community Discount Card, which offers a 40% discount on a range of leisure activities, both reviewing and implementing new qualifying criteria to improve accessibility. Juliet Bowskill says: “Physical activity isn't just about fitness, it's connected to improved learning, workplace productivity, mental wellbeing and social interaction, and I'm excited to work with our community partners to create pathways that make these benefits accessible to everyone, regardless of their circumstances.”
Contact Us...
Do you have something you want to include in our next newsletter? Please send an email to infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk with a description of the content and an image to go with it! This could be promotion of a session, a community group you want to shout about or share how GUAG has helped you to live a healthier lifestyle! To be considered email us now with your ideas!
GET UP AND GO ADMIN HOURS
If you need to contact a member of the admin team on the phone please follow the below hours. Please continue to contact the team via email at any point.
infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk 07720 076284 (admin opening hours only)
Monday 10am - 2pm,Tuesday 4-6pm, Wednesday 10am - 2pm, Thursday 10am - 2pm, Friday 10am - 2pm, Saturday - please email and Sunday - please email
www.getupandgohavant.com
28th May, 2025
In Energise Me's second May newsletter, they talk about the upcoming UK Coaching Week, which runs from the 2nd to the 8th of June, celebrating the incredible work of coaches and the vital role they play in encouraging people to be active.
11th June, 2025
In Energise Me's first June newsletter, they celebrate Volunteers Week and highlight some great ways to get involved.
12th May, 2025
In Energise Me's first May newsletter, they talk about all the ways to enjoy National Walking Month.
16th May, 2025
Bringing you all of the latest news from our project! We also love to promote different community groups, activities and companies from the borough of Havant.
Current Sessions...
FREE PARK YOGA AT STAUNTON COUNTRY PARK
Corine from 'Stay Zen Yoga by Corine will be delivering this fantastic project. Yoga in Portsmouth and Chichester Join Corine every Sunday from the 4th May until September for a free, inclusive yoga class. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and find their inner peace 🌞Please remember to bring sun cream for these sessions.
Every Sunday 9:30am at Staunton country park. Paid parking is available at this venue. You do not need to book onto these sessions, just turn up and get involved!
INCLUSIVE WALK AT STAUNTON COUNTRY PARK!
What a beautiful morning it was for our BRAND NEW inclusive walk at Staunton Country Park - Hampshire County Council
Thank you to those who joined us for the first of many Inclusive walks at Staunton. Graham and Sheila took the group around the top part of Staunton. Graham even showed us his photo album from around the park! The next walk dates can found via the button below:
Inclusive walks
YOGA CLASS SPACES NOW AVAILABLE!
We are now able to offer spaces on our popular weekly Yoga classes. Take care of your body and mind our classes, which will help increase flexibility, mobility and balance, as well as mindfulness and relaxation. Suitable for all abilities, you will be led by an experienced instructor to unite movement and breath, in an encouraging and sociable environment. To find out more about these classes or to book on please use the button below:
Yoga classes
WEEKLY BADMINTON
This session is all about getting together with other casual badminton players to have some fun! Every Wednesday 5-6pm at the Havant leisure centre. Are you looking for a sociable game in a fun and inclusive environment? Then this session is for you!
The session costs £3.50 and can be paid via cash or card at the reception desk. To find out more about this Badminton session or to book on please use the button below:
Badminton session
WALKING FOOTBALL
Whether you are not as fit as you used to be, got some mobility issues or a health condition, this session is for all! Don't worry if you have never done walking football, it is easy to learn and all the rules will be taught to you.
These outdoor sessions are FREE! So please come along and have a go even if you aren't sure if it's for you!
Walking football
Coming Soon...
LIVE LONGER BETTER HAVANT
The Live longer better campaign is coming to the Borough! Live longer better is all about helping you to find ways of staying independent, living life to the full and to keep you doing what you love for longer.
Whether you are still active and well, or just starting to feel a shift in how you feel, investing more in your health now.
As part of the Live Longer better campaign we will be delivering a range of different events and activties to support your health and wellbeing. We will keep you updated with more details as these are confirmed.
We will be delivering a range of different activties including Low impact dance and Zumba Gold, details below!
LOW IMPACT DANCE FITNESS
This low impact class is all about going at your own pace and having fun! We are delivering this session in partnership with Laura from Dance Fusion. Sessions will include a combination of Salsa, Charleston, Line dancing, Barre, Jazz, Waltz, Musical theatre and many more.... 💃
Every Monday 9:30 - 10:30am at the Bedhampton community centre. The cost of the session is £6.50 per week or £24 per month.
Low Impact dance fitness
KNETIC is proud to bring you ZUMBA gold
Wednesdays
11:45-12:40
@The Main Hall
Cowplain Activity Centre
Waterlooville, PO8 8EH
All fitness levels welcome,
no experience needed!
Just you, some water, a towel,
and your first class is FREE!
BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW!
Zumba Gold - Cowplain
BEDHAMPTON BEGINNERS BOWLS COURSE
Come along to the Bedhampton bowls course to try your hand at Lawn Bowling. Whether you are new to it or given it a go before, this course is for anyone!
Beginning on Saturday 7th June through to Saturday 12th July 10-11am. The cost of this course is £15 for 6-weeks (£2.50 per week) payable on the second week. This course is for anyone living in the Havant borough looking to learn a new sport and meet new people! Please use the button below to find out more or to book your place:
Bedhampton bowls
Local Activities...
Waterlooville Car Show
COMING NEXT: Don’t miss the Waterlooville Car Show on Saturday 24 May, 10:30am–3:30pm in the town centre! In collaboration with the awesome team at Port Solent Car Meet, expect everything from American police cars to classic motors, hot rods, supercars, and more! Save the date and we will see you there!
BUILDING A BETTER FUTURE - HAVE YOUR SAY...
Would you like to help us shape the future of Havant borough? Do you have ideas or concerns about our environment, housing or town centres?
Now is your chance to view and comment on the Draft Building a Better Future Plan for the development of the borough of Havant.
This Plan – otherwise known as the Local Plan - sets out how the council will decide, manage and shape development in our borough and includes proposed sites for allocation where development could take place.
This consultation is live between Tuesday 6 May and Tuesday 1 July 2025.
We are also consulting on the Waterlooville Town Centre Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) – a framework for the regeneration of the town centre - and St. Faith’s Conservation Area Review at the same time via the same online links.
To view the Draft Building a Better Future document and to submit your views go to www.havant.gov.uk/localplan.
Alternatively, you can collect paper copies at your local community centre or library and return for free.
We’re also running the following exhibition events where you can learn more and ask questions:
Thursday 15 May 2025 – Emsworth Baptist Church, 3pm to 7pm
Wednesday 21 May 2025 – St. George’s Church Hall, Waterlooville, 3pm to 7pm
Saturday 24 May 2025 – Meridian Centre, Havant, 10am to 4pm
Wednesday 28 May 2025 – Greywell Centre, Leigh Park, 10am to 2pm
Thursday 29 May 2025 – Greywell Centre, Leigh Park, 10am to 2pm
Monday 2 June 2025 – Hayling Island Community Centre, 3pm to 7pm
Thursday 12 June 2025 – The Spring, Havant, 10am to 2pm
Thursday 19 June 2025 – Public Service Plaza, Havant, 10am to 4pm
Saturday 21 June 2025 – St. George’s Church Hall, Waterlooville, 10am to 4pm
For more information and to sign up for future updates on the Local Plan, go to: www.havant.gov.uk/localplan.
Waterlooville Bowling Club
Bowls Fun Day; Saturday 24th May, 10am - 2pm
Entrance is free and a light lunch is included.
All ages are welcome to our friendly introduction to bowls. Come along with your friends and family and join us for a day of fun and games on the green.
It's a wonderful way to make new friends and try a new sport in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. All you need to bring along is a pair of clean flat soled shoes, a smile and lots of enthusiasm.
You can find us in Jubilee Park, Waterlooville, PO7 7HU (by the tennis courts)
Also, come and join us for more fun on our 'Introduction to Bowls' course on: Saturday 31st May, Saturday 7th June, Saturday 14th June. Each session is from 10am - 12pm, £2 per session.
Contact Us...
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17th April, 2025
Bringing you all of the latest news from our project! We also love to promote different community groups, activities and companies from the borough of Havant.
Current Sessions
6-week beginners Bowls course
Come and try your hand at Lawn Bowling at the Leigh park bowls club. This course is all about learning how to play bowls, the rules, meeting new people and having fun!
This course will be delivered at the Leigh park bowls club, Somborne drive, PO9 5AN. Beginning on Saturday 3rd May to Saturday 7th June 10am-12pm. Please click the button below to find out more about this course:
Leigh park bowls club course
Success at our Coastal rowing open day!
We had 30 individuals come along to our Coastal rowing open day, everyone enjoyed the opportunity to give rowing a go for FREE! Our first lot of Fixed and Sliding seat rowing courses were launched on the same day and sold out within a record breaking 14 minutes. We are so grateful for Mike, Suzanne and Kay from the Coastal rowing academy for their continued support and delivery of our sessions.
We do have another Coastal rowing open day coming up in 2025. To be added to the waitlist for our next open day and courses please email us on: infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk to be notified!
Come and have fun in the sun every Saturday!
Now that we are in spring and soon to be summer this is your perfect opportunity to find a new way of being active outdoors. Our outdoor circuits class is ideal for anyone looking to stay active, build new friendships and have fun!
This session is every Saturday on the outdoor gym equipment in Jubilee park, Waterlooville. For just £2 you are guaranteed to leave the session feeling positive and raring to go again!
To find out more or to book your place please click the button below:
Outdoor circuits
SENDsational walks becomes a Ramblers wellbeing walk!
Toni and Juliet from the SENDsational walks have now completed the Ramblers walk leaders training! This walk can now be found on the Ramblers wellbeing walks page, linked below. The aim of their walk is to bring together and support the local parents/carers of Havant. Please use the button below to find out more about these amazing walks:
Wellbeing walks
Coming Soon...
Brand new inclusive walk at Staunton Country park!
All are welcome at this brand new sociable inclusive walk at Staunton Country park! The walk will be led by experienced walk leaders Sheila and Graham and will explore the beautiful surroundings of the top part of the park (not including the lake).
The walk will take around 60 minutes, and will incorporate only the level paths at Staunton, at a relaxing pace, with some sensory points being pointed out along the way for those that are interested.
Beginning on Tuesday 13th May at 10:30am, the meeting point is outside of the Coach house.
Inclusive walk at Staunton CP
Brand new Qigong classes!
Qigong (pronounced chee gong), is an ancient form of exercise from China. It consists of a combination of mindful movements, still postures, meditation and breathing techniques. Qigong is a holistic practice that connects mind, body and spirit. For more information on these BRAND NEW classes, please use the buttons below:
Qigong for all - Havant
Qigong evening class - Emsworth
KNETIC is proud to bring you ZUMBA gold
Wednesdays
11:45-12:40
@The Main Hall
Cowplain Activity Centre
Waterlooville, PO8 8EH
All fitness levels welcome,
no experience needed!
Just you, some water, a towel,
and your first class is FREE!
BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW!
Zumba Gold - Cowplain
Our first bowls course of the year!
On Saturday 5th April our 6-week beginners bowls course at the Cowplain bowls club began and we had 19 people come along. Come and try your hand at Lawn Bowling on the all-weather surface at the Cowplain Bowling club. This course is all about learning how to play bowls, the rules, meeting new people and having fun!
The club would like to encourage anyone else who wants to give bowls a go to come along to one of their sessions! The 6-week course finishes on Saturday 10th May. If you want to book on please use the button below to book your space! Sessions cost just £2 per week!
Cowplain beginners bowls
Contact Us
Do you have something you want to include in our next newsletter? Please send an email to infogetupandgo@havant.gov.uk with a description of the content and an image to go with it! This could be promotion of a session, a community group you want to shout about or share how GUAG has helped you to live a healthier lifestyle! To be considered email us now with your ideas!
2nd May, 2025
In our vice-president's May newsletter, she talks about the changed timings for the upcoming Sports Association AGM.
16th April, 2025
Along with our Sport Welfare Officer colleagues in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, we're hosting our next clubs forum on 12th May, 6pm - 7.30pm, on Teams. Here's the registration link to sign up:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/45f6ee28-f38a-48f7-a4ee-d774d3769b15@96bb68e9-9313-4bb1-9ae8-98207d28136f
Because 12th May marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, our theme will be Mental Health in Sport, with guest speaker Karen Shaw, consultant with Mind's sport and physical activity team. Karen will give a presentation, followed by a Q&A session.
You don't need to be a mental health expert, to support people in your clubs - small, everyday actions can make a big difference. Karen will take us through how to:
· Spot the signs someone may be struggling.
· Support them (if you feel able to do so).
· Signpost them to help and services.
All welcome - club welfare/safeguarding officers, coaches and committee members (if you attended our Championing Welfare and Safe Sport for All event last October in Southampton Central Hall, you will already have seen Karen present in person on this subject).
Many thanks,
Sue Forber,
Sport Welfare Officer.
17th April, 2025
In Energise Me's April newsletter, they talk about having an active Easter and staying active as a new mum.
12th March, 2025
Bringing you all of the latest news from our project! We also love to promote different community groups, activities and companies from the borough of Havant.
Coming Soon...
QIGONG FOR BEGINNERS
Qigong (pronounced chee gong), is an ancient form of exercise from China. It consists of a combination of mindful movements, still postures, meditation, and breathing techniques. Qigong is a holistic practice that connects mind, body, and spirit. This class is for anyone wanting to learn more about QIGONG and give it a go!
Important information:
📆Wednesdays (beginning on the 26th March) 12-1pm, 📍The Plaza, Civic centre road, Havant, PO9 2AX and 💰£20 for 4-weeks paid in cash
QIGONG 4-week course
ADULT BEGINNERS DANCE 6-WEEK COURSE
We are so pleased to announce that we are working in partnership with Abstract dance and performing arts to deliver our first ever dance course! This class will explore a variety of different dance genres. Come along to learn something new, have fun and meet new people. Please note that there is only 15 spaces available!
📆Tuesdays (beginning on Tuesday 22nd April)
⏰6:00 - 6:45pm
📍Waterlooville community centre, 10 Maurepas Way, Waterlooville PO7 7AY
💯For anyone aged 16+ living in the Havant borough
💰£20 for 6-weeks
🅿️There is FREE parking available at this venue
Please see below the different dance genres being covered: Week 1 - Lyrical Week 2 - Jazz Week 3 - Street Week 4 - West End Week 5 - Rock N Roll Week 6 - They can decide which one they enjoyed the most!
To find out more or to book your place please click the button below:
Beginners dance course
COASTAL ROWING OPEN DAY - 30TH MARCH
Come along to find out if rowing is for you. Meet new people, learn how to row and have fun!
We offer taster sessions so that you can give rowing a go for FREE without committing to a 6-week course! There are many benefits from rowing. This includes; enhanced cardiovascular fitness, full-body workout, low-impact exercises, stress release and your mental wellness. Please note there will be 3x time slots available across the day, you will have the opportunity to select your time slot.
📆Sunday 30th March
⏰11-3pm
📍Northney Marina, Northney Rd, Hayling Island P011 0NH
💯For anyone aged 16+ living in the Havant borough
💰FREE for anyone to attend
For more information or to book your place please click the button below:
Rowing open day
BEGINNER INTRODUCTION TO BOWLS COURSE
Come and try your hand at Lawn Bowling on the all-weather surface at Cowplain Bowling club. This course is all about learning how to play bowls, the rules, meeting new people and having fun!
The club can facilitate the requirements of all bowlers- from complete beginners to those more experienced- and provide friendly and informal coaching in a fun and supportive environment, they also have wheelchair access on the green and specialised equipment to accommodate for various disabilities- lawn bowling is for everyone!
Saturday 5th April-Saturday 10th May 10-12pm at the Cowplain Bowling club. For more information or to book your place please visit the button below:
Cowplain bowls course
Current Sessions
WINTER WALKING FOOTBALL STAYS INSIDE FOR ANOTHER MONTH
Due to the current cold climate the winter walking football sessions will be staying inside until the end of March. Whether you are not as fit as you used to be, got some mobility issues or a health condition, this session is for all!
Come along and have a go in a relaxed friendly group of people. There is not age limit for this, it is for all adults over 18 (up to 100!) who would like to play this great game, at a slower pace. Don't worry if you have never done walking football, it is easy to learn and all the rules will be taught to you.
This session is on Fridays 16:30 - 17:30pm at the Havant leisure centre to find out more or to book your place please visit the link below:
Walking football
INCLUSIVE MULTI SPORTS CLUB
Come along to Get up And Go Inclusive multi sports club at Havant Leisure centre. These sessions are suitable for adults with learning disabilities.
At this session there is a variety of fun activities on offer, you choose what you would like to do and can stop or start whenever you like within the hour session.
Every Thursday 13:30 - 14:30pm at the Havant leisure centre. You can try this session for FREE. After your trial week the session costs £3 per person and can be paid via cash or card at reception.
Multi sports session
Local Activities
SEVEN STARS YOGA & TAI CHI
Seven star yoga offer Tai Chi, Yoga and QI GONG classes across Hampshire. They also have the opportunity for you to learn all of the above, online. Seven Stars was founded in the 1990’s by Andy Cullen. Since the beginning the aim of the school has been solely focused on supporting and developing the students and building an inclusive community.
Please use the button below to visit their website and find out more:
Seven Stars website
HAYLING ISLAND U3A WALKING NETBALL
📆Thursdays 5-6pm (beginning 6th March)
📍Park community school, 155, Middle Park Way, Havant PO9 4BU
💰£2.50 per session - You can access a maximum of 2 sessions at the price of £2.50 per week before becoming a U3A member.
Please note to be eligible for a U3A membership you must NOT be in full time employment. There is no age limit on this session, everyone is welcome. To Join Hayling Island U3A you must pay a yearly fee of £15
If you would like to find out more about this session please visit the link below:
Hayling Island U3A
🌟 COMMUNITY FIRST VOLUNTEER FAIR 🌟
Looking for new opportunities to make a difference? Come along to our Havant Volunteer Fair on Thursday 3rd April 2025, from 2.30 - 5.15 pm at the Pallant Centre in Havant!
This is your chance to explore hundreds of local volunteering opportunities and meet up to 25 different organisations that are looking for volunteers just like YOU! 🙌
✨ Why Volunteer?
Make a difference, gain new skills, meet amazing people, stay active, and tackle loneliness—all while giving back to your community!
🎟️ Reserve your free ticket or just show up on the day! 👉 Reserve here
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-first-volunteer-fair-havant-tickets-1222246846219?aff=oddtdtcreator
🔔 Free refreshments will be available! Feel free to bring friends, family, or anyone who might be interested in volunteering!
🚗 Parking: Paid parking nearby (not on-site) 🚉 Public transport: Just a 5-minute walk from Havant Railway Station with bus links to the Town Centre.
Location: The Pallant Centre, Havant, PO9 1BE
Stay updated on our work and events by following us on social media: 👉 Follow Community First on Linktree https://linktr.ee/CFirstOrg
20th March, 2025
In Energise Me's March newsletter, they talk about We Can Be Active Event 2025, and the Government's new ten-year National Youth Strategy, 'Deliver You'.
5th March, 2025
In our vice-president's March newsletter, she reviews the results of the 43rd annual Sports Awards, and talks about the Hampshire Talented Athlete Scheme.
7th March, 2025
Energise Me is holding a free face-to-face event, Championing Welfare and Safe Sport for All, for sports club welfare officers, committee members, coaches and students, at Portsmouth University on the afternoon of Tuesday 25th March. Here's the registration link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/championing-welfare-and-safe-sport-for-all-tickets-1260898103169?aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail&ref=eemail&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eventbrite
Also, we have our next regional online clubs forum next Monday 10th March, on the subject of Bystander Awareness with guest speaker Kevin Murphy from NWG, and co-hosted with our Sport Welfare Officer colleagues in Berks, Bucks and Oxon. Here's the Teams link to join the forum:
March 10th 6:00pm -7:00pm – Bystander Awareness – How to become an Active Bystander – As part of Bystander Awareness day, Kevin Murphy from The NWG - Welcome to the NWG Network will be hosting a session designed to provide you with insightful information about what it is to be active bystander, how, when and why we should intervene and how we can help keep children safe in sport. Bystander training can help people become confident at safely and effectively intervening in harmful situations and challenge conversations they are not comfortable e.g. “locker room” culture and dealing with opposition coaches and parents. These sessions are for everyone: youth participants, coaches, parents, and anyone who wants to get better at speaking up when things aren't right -
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7e314056-35b3-4554-8b25-7a58aef2fd46@fc946141-888c-4c66-bbc3-188168eff839
And finally, we won't have a forum in April because of school holidays and annual leave, so the next one after March's forum will be on May 12th 6:00-7:00pm - Mental Health & Wellbeing Support for Sports Clubs – Further information to follow but please save the date.
Best wishes,
Sue Forber,
Sport Welfare Officer,
Energise Me
12th February, 2025
In Energise Me's first February newsletter, they talk about tips to help you start moving more and where you can find active opportunities.
25th February, 2025
In Energise Me's Second February newsletter, they celebrate International Women's Day, and talk about PE guidance for schools during Ramadan.
15th January, 2025
In Energise Me's January newsletter, they talk about the mental health benefits of keeping physically active, and weightlifting for older adults.
12th February, 2025
Dear Sports Club,
I have been asked to share the below request from Test Valley Borough Council (although invites to the conference will be Hampshire wide) for completion of a Sport Club Conference Survey with my contacts. It is appreciated that this is not solely centred around Safeguarding; Welfare & Wellbeing so if you could possibly share the link to the survey with other members of your club committee as well as completing yourself, that would be appreciated.
In preparation for the conference, we are keen to ascertain the support that Sports Clubs require to shape the conference in order that it meets their needs and ambitions. We have created a survey to gather this information which can be accessed via this link
Sports Club Conference Survey
We would really appreciate if you could share the link with sports clubs/contacts to help us gain some insight and to shape the conference.
The deadline for completing the short survey is Friday 28th February at 4pm.
Sarah Goddard
Sports Welfare Officer
Hampshire & IOW
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