Just Ride Southend runs regular drop-in inclusive cycling sessions for people of all ages and abilities. Based at Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre at Garon Park. We provide a safe traffic-free experience with our specially adapted cycles to cater for all disabilities or health conditions. So please feel free to come and sample our friendly social atmosphere and take some healthy exercise!

Short Mat Bowls is a social sport played indoors and our sessions are a fun way to learn how to play bowls and improve your skills in a friendly and relaxed environment. Games are played between teams of two (pairs) or three (triples) usually over six ‘ends’. These sessions are for those who have played before and those who would like to try something new. Equipment is provided but if you would like to bring your own bowls please do.

The classes are suitable for older adults who haven’t exercised before or who have started to experience a decline in their physical ability. There are two classes available: A Beginner/Intermediate class which lasts for 45 minutes and an Intermediate/Advanced class, which lasts for approximately 1 hour. Each class is taught by a qualified and knowledgeable instructor who will be able to answer any questions you might have. You will be able to exercise at your own pace in a positive environmen...

In this free community event, children and families can enjoy the first week of the summer holidays with our friendly team. The activities are suitable for all children aged 3 to 11 years old, and include sports, games, free play, balance bikes available to use, climbing wall and crafts. There will also be Fruit and Veg tasting, our smoothie bike, food demos with felicitous foodology and JP's kitchen are providing a free hot lunch for children eligible for benefit-based free school meals. The...

Dates for Summer are now available! Play in the Park is a series of FREE two-hour multi-activity sessions for children aged 3-11 at various community and parish venues around Chelmsford during the Summer Holidays. Join the Play Workers for sports, arts, crafts, games and free-play. Look out for the sessions with extra activities such as bouncy castles, circus skills and animal handling! Check out our programme online and book your space at www.chelmsford.gov.uk/play. Morning session: 10am-12...

• physical games, hula hoop, skipping, football, boxing, obstacle course, bouncy castle, • tabletop games, table football, pool table, board games, puzzle or playdough, • art and craft, sewing, bottle design, bag design, calendar design, coaster design, tie and dye or jewel making, • food workshop to promote healthy eating, making healthy snack, smoothie, milkshake, pancake, fruit tasting, • dog safety workshop, mini first aid, oral health workshop fire safety e-safety, well-being or behaviour, ...

Creative Futures is a week-long summer programme designed to spark imagination, build confidence, and promote wellbeing in young people. Grounded in Futures-Essex’s relational and therapeutic ethos, this immersive experience offers a daily journey through creativity, curiosity, and self-discovery. Each day brings a new theme, guiding participants through a blend of photography, yoga, journaling, wellness, creative arts, and STEM-based exploration. Whether it's unlocking personal expression thro...

This group is for those that have had primary breast cancer diagnosed and are after breast cancer moving on from treatment and looking forward to their life and journey onwards. Want to learn something new and fun, which is a full-body workout without feeling like one? Enjoy walking outdoors with like-minded others – great for mental and physical well-being, easy on the joints, and it burns up to 46% more calories than normal walking! To book, email: gonordicinsedgemoor@gmail.com

Falls are not an inevitable part of getting older and the good news is, falls can often be prevented. Steady and Strong classes for older adults have been developed by experts to increase your strength and balance, helping you to stay stronger for longer and able to keep doing the things you love. You will do a mix of seated and standing exercises, with chair support for those who need it.