Our mission is to
provide a clean, safe and welcoming venue to the community which, through its
facilities and activities, allows people to learn and develop skills, socialise
and gain friendships.
Short Mat Bowls Group
(!) When: Monday (10:30-12:30) plus Mon 2-4 and Friday
(10:30-12:30) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost: £2.00 Contact: Sheena
0117 967-4439
We have three mats each with two teams of 4 players, and
we play 'just for fun' so why not come along and join in. Also Friday AM.
Pilates When: Monday AM
(10:00 and 11:15) Where: Avon Room Cost: £5 per
class Contact:John Hennessy (0117 986-4914)
Classes 10:00 - 10:55
and 11:15 - 12:15. Pilates to improve: Body Shape, Posture, Muscle Strength,
Flexibility and Co-ordination. Mats and equipment supplied. Suitable fort all
ages. First intro session free. Please book and reserve place.
WI (1st Monday) When:
Monday AM (10:30am - 12:00pm) Where: Gloucester Room Cost: Contact:
Moira Mitchell 0117 935-3299
WI Committe Meeting
Tai Chi When: Monday AM
(10-11am & 11am - 12) Where: Wessex Suite Cost:
£4.00/session Contact: Vicki Siggens (01454 616624)
"Tai
Chi is a tried and tested series of exercises that link together to create a
"form". It is recommended by GPs, Hospitals and other Health Professions to
reduce and manage pain. Tai Chi promotes good balance, improved posture and a
positive mental attitude. Exercise every inch of your body, feel refreshed and
ready to face the world."
Snooker Club (*) When:
Most times Where: Snooker Room Cost: £10 Membership, plus coin
operated Lights (20p's) Contact: Craig Pullin - Tel 07977
009595
Email: craigpullin@rocketmail.com Two
full-sized tables, Junior and seniors, league team and casual players welcome.
OAPs can play daytimes.
We
are a group who love to stitch! We make cross stich, tat, knit, bobbin lace,
crochet, embroider! Why? Because stitching is more fun, when done together
as a group! We have no teacher but we inspire one another with our current,
past and future projects. No doubt, we are often "in stitches", as we enjoy
the company of like-minded people who share our love of threads, laughter and
friendships! Come and join us, we will be "In stitches" in one way or
another!!
WI (2nd Monday) When:
Monday PM (1:30pm - 4:00pm) Where: Wessex Suite Cost: Contact: Moira
Mitchell 0117 935-3299
Short Mat Bowls Group
(!) When: Monday (2pm - 4pm) plus Mon 10:30-12:30 and Friday
(10:30-12:30) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost: £2.00 Contact: Sheena
0117 967-4439
We have three mats each with two teams of 4 players, and
we play 'just for fun' so why not come along and join in. Also Friday AM.
Healthy eating plans to aid weight loss with support
from Consultants and fellow members.
MONDAY
EVENING
Zumba When: Monday Eve
(7:00pm - 8:00pm) Where: Wessex Suite Cost: £5.00 per class
(discounts available) Contact: Cressida Childs 0117 983-4784 Email:
bookings@zumba-bristol.com Web:
www.zumba-bristol.com
Suitable for begineers and
improvers.
Line Dancing When:
Monday Eve (Classes from 7:15pm - 10:10) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost:
£4 (£4.50 two Classes) Contact: Clare Hawkins 0117
967-7246
Email: clarelines@tiscali.co.uk Country
Lines - Line Dancing. Come and have a go at line dancing - we have classes on
the evening for beginners to the more advanced - and we also meet monthly for a
evening out. Improvers 7:15 - 8:15; Intermediates 8:15 - 10:10
Ladies Keep Fit When:
Monday Eve (7pm-8pm) Where: Avon Room Cost: £3 Contact: G
Britton 0117 937-2403
.
Natural History (4th)
When: Monday EVE (7:30pm-10pm) Where: Whittuck Room Cost:
Contact: 0117 932-2643
Rosemary Conley diet and
fitness classes. Aerobic excercise suitable for all levels and abilities.
Fibromyalgia Group
(1st) When: Tuesday AM (10am - 1pm) Where: Ridgeway Room Cost:
£10 membership pa + £2 per meeting Contact: Pat Chittenden 0117
961-4419
Gentle stretches to
improve flexibility, relaxation and well being - Drop in sessions. Suitable for
beginners.
Snooker Club (*) When:
Most times Where: Snooker Room Cost: £10 Membership, plus coin
operated Lights (20p's) Contact: Craig Pullin - Tel 07977 009595
Two
full-sized tables, Junior and seniors, league team and casual players welcome.
OAPs can play daytimes
TUESDAY
AFTERNOON
Palette Art Club
(*) When: Tues PM (2pm - 4pm) Where: Avon Room Cost: £7.50
per Month (+£10pa) Contact: Mrs Doreen Nichols Tel 0117
960-5281 Email: doreen.nichols@me.com Painting or
sketching in all mediums. Tutor approx twice a month. Pencils, paints, paper
would be useful to bring, but help would be provided to start. No skills needed
initially. So come and join us! The group currently has a waiting list.
Hanham Carers Support Group
(1st Tues) When: Tuesday PM (1:30-3:30) Where: Whittucks
Room Cost: Contact: Helen Mathias Carersline 0117 965-2200
Do you have lots of craft items that you are not sure what
to do with? Bring them along to our craft group, you will be able to share
ideas, get hints and tips, and make the most amazing things.
Have fun
and craft at the same time with fellow crafters. New members welcome.
Slimming World When:
Tuesday PM/EVE (5:15) & (7:15) Where: Wessex Suite Cost:
£4.95/week + membership Contact: Ruth on 07736 068-191
Lose
weight with the best support and motivation, group ideas and sharing. Warm
friendly group - everyone welcome.
TUESDAY
EVENING
Zumba Fitness When:
Tues Eve (6:00pm - 6:45) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost: £4.00 per
class Contact: Philomena 07966-373-089 Web:
www.zumbainbristol.co.uk . An exhilarating Latin rhythm
dance workout to tone and sculpture your body - with moves from Flamenco to Hip
Hop. Lose yourself in music and find yourself in shape!!
Slimming World When:
Tuesday PM/EVE (5:15) & (7:15) Where: Wessex Suite Cost:
£4.95/week + membership Contact: Kate on 07979 494-964
Lose
weight with the best support and motivation, group ideas and sharing. Warm
friendly group - everyone welcome.
Chess Club (*) When:
Tuesday Eve (7:30-10:30) Where: Somerset Room (1st Floor) Cost: £36
per annum (plus concessions) Contact: R Williams 0117 967-6734 info@hanhamchess.co.uk
The
Chess club meets weekly for a game, and has players of all levels. So why not
talk to their secretary and see if you want to join them!! Learn Chess, play in
Bristol leagues and beyond. Teams in Divs 2,3 and 4 plus Knockouts. From
absolute beginners to grades in excees of 150. www.hanhamchess.co.uk
Kick Boxing When: Tues
Eve Where: Whittuck Room Cost: £3-£5 Contact: Paul - Tel
07866 471220
A good place to learn kick boxing or karate, and have fun
doing it. Our classes are designed for men, women and children of all abilities
and ages. Classes are fun and well structured.
Flow yoga combines tough physical worhout with
a strong inward focus, increasing the practitioner's flexibility, stamina,
strength and concentration. The classes are based on traditional Primary series
of Astenge Yoga. Suitable for all levels.
Memory Cafe (4th Tuesday of the
Month) When: Tuesday Eve (6:30pm - 8:30pm) Where: Coffee
Lounge Cost: TBC Contact: 0117 961-0693
If you have dementia or are
caring for someone with dementia, come along to your local Memory Cafe. You
will meet friendly and supportive people affected by dementia and can spend
time sharing information and experiences. 22 May, 26 June, 24 July, 28 Aug,
25 Sept, 23 Oct, 27 Nov, No Dec, 22 Jan.
Little Folk Todders Group
(*) When: Wed AM (9:15-11:15) Where: Wessex Suite Cost:
£1.75 week/ £6 pa Contact: Tracie 07887 871-274
Email:
tracie@talinmedia.co.uk Friendly
mother and toddler group meeting weekly. Children 0-4 years (7 in Holidays).
Toys, Activities, books and singing. Limited places. Some trips and group
activities during the year. 2nd child 75p.
Over 50s - Light & Easy
Aerobics When: Wed AM (10:00 & 11:00) Where: Elbrow
Suite Cost: £3.50 per session Contact: Jenny Greenslade Tel 0117
961-3327 greensladejenny@yahoo.com
Light
and easy aerobics for +50's or the less fit. Mats provided but please bring a
drink of water.
Slimming World When:
Wednesday AM (9:30) Where: Ridgeway Room Cost: £4.95/week +
membership Contact: Kate 07979 494-964
Lose weight with the best
support and motivation, group ideas and sharing.
WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON
Hanham Ladies Club
When: Wed PM (1:45pm-3:30pm) Where: Wessex Suite Cost: £1
per week, Membeship £22 Contact: Phyliss Chilcott Tel 0117
961-2092
Chair excercises, Bingo and quiz programme. Occassional
speakers, Class of impaired sight-hearing problems. Age Group: 60s to
90s
Tea Dance (!) When: Wed
PM (2pm-4pm) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost: £1.50 Contact: Sheena
0117 967-4439 (Albert Bailey) Afternoon tea dance to records (CDs). Come
along and join in for a sociable afternoon out, a bit of a chat, tea and a
dance.
Hanham History When: Wed
PM (2pm-4pm) - 1st and 3rd Wed of month (1st only in December) Where:
Whittuck Room Cost: £1.50 per week Contact: Roy Crew Tel 07813
827-822 hanhamhistory@gmail.com
We gather and research
information about all aspects of Hanham's history this includes video, audio,
pictures and text. All materials are digitally recorded and backed up. We
have presentations by members, these include various topics concentrating on
Hanham, but also including surrounding areas. We show historic films and about
4 times per year have guest speakers. More details on the blog. No skills
required - Anyone welcome. www.hanhamhistory.blogspot.com
Leisure Art Club
(*) When: Wed PM (2pm-4pm) Where: Avon Room Cost: £7 per
month + centre member Contact: Mrs Fisher Tel 0117 983-6676
Painting
and art work. Everyone does their own projects. No tutor. A very friendly small
group, with present membership around 15. More would always be welcome.
Flower Club When: Wed PM
(1:15-3:15) Where: Ridgeway Room Cost: £15 per 12 week session (per
person) Contact: Ann Reed 0117 937-4157 or Shelagh 0117
967-9255.
Flower arrangining classes for all ages and abilities.
Demonstrate one week and make the next - its fun, addictive and social -
tea/coffee and biscuits supplied. Why not pop in to see what we do - all
welcome.
Footcare & Nail
Cutting When: Wed PM (12:45-15:00) Where: Wesley Room Cost:
£18 per treatment Contact: Jeanette Cook 0117 330-0117
Toenail
cutting and general footcare for retired people.
HCPC Registered
Chiropodist.
WEDNESDAY
EVENING
Hanham Players - Drama Club
(*) When: Wed and Fri Eve (8pm - 10pm) Where: Wed (Elbrow Suite), Fri
(Glouc Room) Cost: £10 per annum Contact: Mr John Blackwood Tel
0774 513-4248
Hanham Players Produce three productions per year in
January (panto), June and October. They are looking for new acting and
non-acting members.
Snooker Club (*) When:
Most times Where: Snooker Room Cost: £10 Membership, plus coin
operated Lights (20p's) Contact: Craig Pullin - Tel 07977 009595
Two
full-sized tables, Junior and seniors, league team and casual players welcome.
OAPs can play daytimes.
Bridge Club (*) When:
Wed Eve (7:15pm - 10:30pm) Where: Avon Room (1st Floor) Cost: £2
per session (plus HCC membership) Contact: 0117 373-0613
Email:
Duplicate Bridge, so some knowledge of this will be needed - not
suitable for complete beginners. You will also need to bring a partner.
Play on a friendly basis or in one of our teams.
Bingo Club (!) When:
Wednesday Eve (7:00pm) Where: Wessex Suite Cost: 40p per week, plus
books Contact: Sheena 0117 967-4439
Eyes down 7:30pm. The Bingo club
meets weekly for some fun and a drink. So why not pop along and chance your
luck on the numbers. Also fun quiz and a raffle. Suitable for all ages and
abilties - Just bring a pen!! [40p per week].
Hanham Detachment - Bristol
Cadet Force When: Wed Eve (19:15 -21:30) Where: Ridgeway
Room Cost: £5 to join, 50p per night Contact: Chris Starbuck 0117
986-3344 (County HQ)
Email: None Web:
www.armycadets.com Basic military skills , Sports and
Adventure training.
Zumba Fitness When: Wed
Eve (6:00pm - 7:00pm) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost: £5.00 per
class Contact: Philomena 07966-373-089 Web:
www.zumbainbristol.co.uk . An exhilarating Latin rhythm
dance workout to tone and sculpture your body - with moves from Flamenco to Hip
Hop. Lose yourself in music and find yourself in shape!!
Alcoholics Anonymous
(AA) When: Wednesday Eve (8:00-9:00pm) Where: Somerset Room Cost:
Voluntary Donation Contact: Centre on 0117 967-4439 Wesite:
alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
A fellowsjip of men and
women who share their experiences, strength and hope with each other - such
that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from
alcoholism.
WI (3rd Monday) When:
Wednesday Eve (7:30pm - 9:30pm) Where: Whittuck Room Cost: Contact:
Pam 0117 960-8494
Come and
join the WI for fun, friendship and education. We have a range of speakers and
craft evenings, as well as many exciting trips and events throughout the year.
New members and visitors welcome.
Flow Yoga When:
Wednesday Eve (7:15pm - 8:15pm) Where: Gloucester Room Cost: £7
class (4 class pass £24) Contact: Vya Freeman 07803
404-050
Flow yoga combines tough physical worhout with
a strong inward focus, increasing the practitioner's flexibility, stamina,
strength and concentration. The classes are based on traditional Primary series
of Astenge Yoga. Suitable for all levels.
Slimming World When:
Thursday AM (9:30, 11:00, 11:30 and 1pm) Where: Wessex Suite Cost:
£4.95/week + membership Contact: Sara Hayes 07894 670-808. Email:rog.suz@bt.internet.com
Lose
weight with the best support and motivation, group ideas and sharing.
Coffee Morning When:
Thurs AM (10am-11:30am) Where: Coffee Lounge Cost: 50p (coffee and
biscuit) Contact: Mrs Woodman Tel 07879 458-899
Pop in for a friendly
chat; as well as coffee and a Biscuit.
Zumba Fitness When:
Thurs AM (9:30am - 10:30am) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost: £5.00 per
class Contact: Philomena 07966-373-089 Web:
www.zumbainbristol.co.uk . An exhilarating Latin rhythm
dance workout to tone and sculpture your body - with moves from Flamenco to Hip
Hop. Lose yourself in music and find yourself in shape!!
Zumba Gold When: Thurs
AM (11:00am - 12:00pm) Where: TBC Cost: TBC Contact: Philomena
07966-373-089 Web: www.zumbainbristol.co.uk A lowr impact class with a more
gentle pace. Ideal for active and older people, begineers, if you are pregnant
or new to regular excercise.
THURSDAY
AFTERNOON
Hanham Retirement Club
When: Thurs PM (2pm-4pm) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost: £1/week
(Membership £2) Contact: Madge Batten Tel 0117 932-4196
A
varied programme of entertainment and activities, and a chance for a chat and
cup of tea - so come along and join us Also five trips per year during the
summer months and a Christmas dinner.
Snooker Club (*) When:
Most times Where: Snooker Room Cost: £10 Membership, plus coin
operated Lights (20p's) Contact: Craig Pullin - Tel 07977 009595
Two
full-sized tables, Junior and seniors, league team and casual players welcome.
OAPs can play daytimes.
THURSDAY
EVENING
Hanham Art Club When:
Thurs Eve (7:00pm - 9:00pm) Where: Avon Room Cost: £20/term (12-14
weeks) Contact: Tel Hillary Bailey 07880 548-481
Email:
tweenuk2003@yahoo.com Web:
www.hanhamartclub.co.uk Whilst there is no formal tuition,
plenty of help is available. We paint in various mediums at our own pace and at
all levels. Everyone welcome including beginners. Taster session £2.00.
Modern Sequence Dance Club
(*) When: Thurs (19:45-22:00) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost:
£3.50 per session, £10 per annum Contact: 0117 965-7110 or 0117
956-3151.
Modern ballroom, latin and old time sequence dancing. All new
sequences taught as well as old favourites - with professional teacher David
Biggs (IDTA). Some knowledge of dancing essential.
Beginners Ballroom &
Sequence Dance When: Thurs Eve (7:30-10:00pm) Where: Wessex
Suite Cost: £5 per session (couple) Contact: Bob Tel 0117
957-3352
Learn Ballroom and Sequence dance from the basic steps. Popular
class.
A traditional practice to improve mind and body.
Improves health, increases vitality and brings inner peace through meditation
and excercise.
Hanham Lace Club
(Monthy) When: 4th Thursday each month EVE (7pm - 9pm) Where: Wesley
Room Cost: £15 approx Contact: Lyn Golding 0117
949-1506 Email:
Meets once a month for a friendly evening of like
minded people. No formal teaching - but a self-help group of lace
makers.
Weight Watchers When:
Thursday Eve (7:00 - 8:30) Where: Whittuck Room Cost: £5.99 per
class plus registration Contact: 07787 412120
Big Knits When: Thurs
Eve (7:30-10pm) - 3rd Thurs in Month Where: Wesley Room Cost:
£2/session, £5 membership Contact: Mrs Fogg Tel 0117
907-1097
Hints and tips on machine knitting. Ocassionally a speaker.
Very friendly group.
Bouncing Bobbins
(Monthy) When: 2nd Thursday each month EVE (7:15pm - 9:45pm) Where:
Wesley Room Cost: £12 per annum approx Contact: Kathy Smart 0117
947-7839 Email: kcs1@sky.com
We
are a self help lace group that actively promotes lace through the making of
traditional and contemporary bobbin, crocheted, knitted, needle, tatted lace
and crafts associated with lace. We also get together for a whole or half
day to indulge in special projects, support other lace groups, events and
attend lace fairs. If you are passionate about lace and fancy a bit of
'pillow talk' with some new bobbin buddies - come and join us and bring the
'bounce' back to your Thursdays.
Short Mat Bowls Group
(!) When: Friday (10:30-12:30) Where: Elbrow Suite Cost:
£2.00 Contact: Sheena 0117 967-4439
We have three mats each
with two teams of 4 players, and we play 'just for fun' so why not come along
and join in. Also Mondays.
Snooker Club (*) When:
Most times Where: Snooker Room Cost: £10 Membership, plus coin
operated Lights (20p's) Contact: Craig Pullin - Tel 07977 009595
Two
full-sized tables, Junior and seniors, league team and casual players welcome.
OAPs can play daytimes.
Hanham Players - Drama Club
(*) When: Wed and Fri Eve (8pm - 10pm) Where: Wed (Elbrow Suite), Fri
(Glouc Room) Cost: £10 per annum Contact: Mr John Blackwood Tel
0774 513-4248
Hanham Players Produce three productions per year in
January (panto), June and October. They are looking for new acting and
non-acting members.
Country Lines "A Line Dance
Disco" (Monthly) When: Friday EVE (8:00 - 11:45) Where: Elbrow
Suite Cost: £5 Contact: Clare 0117 967-7246 Email:clarelines@tiscali.co.uk
A monthly get together and longer evening of fun and dance.
Children's Ballet When:
Sat AM (8:45-11:30) Where: Ridgeway Room Cost: £2.50 Contact:
Gloria Britton 0117 937-2403
Children's Fun Ballet class.
Zumba Fitness When:
Saturday AM (10:00am - 11:00am) Where: Avon Room Cost: £4.00 per
class Contact: Debbie 0779-581-1083 Email:
griffin2002@tiscali.co.uk Web:
www.zumbafreak.co.uk . An exhilarating Latin rhythm
dance workout to tone and sculpture your body - with moves from Flamenco to Hip
Hop. Lose yourself in music and find yourself in shape!!
Snooker Club (*) When:
Most times Where: Snooker Room Cost: £10 Membership, plus coin
operated Lights (20p's) Contact: Craig Pullin - Tel 07977 009595
Two
full-sized tables, Junior and seniors, league team and casual players welcome.
OAPs can play daytimes.
Lounge Bar (!) When: Sat
(7:30-11:30), Sun (12-2, 7:30-10:30) Where: Lounge Bar Cost: Membership
(£10) Contact: Sheena 967-4439 Quiz Night (3rd Sat) and Family
Night (4th) - why not join and benefit from lower beer prices (see the Lounge
Bar tab).
Tom's Charity
Singalong When: Sunday Eve (8pm) Where: Wessex Suite Cost:
£3.50 Contact: Centre Office
Fancy a bit of a knees up, then
why not come along on a Sunday evening and join Tom and his band - sit back and
enjoy, have a dance or even go up and sing.
Admission on the door is
£3.50 - with a percentage going to charity.
Open Mic Night When: 2nd
Sunday of the Month (7:45pm) Where: Lounge Bar Cost: Free Contact:
Centre Office
Come along and watch an evening of mixed entertainment or
why not join in. Singers, poetry, musicians or comedians all welcome. Slots for
junior performers early evening. Bring your instruments or use a backing track
on CD, minidisk or MP3 player.
INFORMATION UPDATE
If you organise one of the regular activities
at the Community Centre then please let the office have any information for
this page - just complete an
info sheet
and drop it into the office.
Don't forget - when (day/date), where
(room), how long for, costs (regular, on-off), description of what you do, Tel
No, Email address - and even a picture (jpg).
Please also note that many
of the activities held at the Centre are organised by 3rd party providers, and
the Trustees cannot be held responsible for any such activities - but please
let us know if you have a problem and we will try to help.
Activities
marked with an (*) are sections of the Community Centre; while those marked
with a (!) are activities operated by the Centre - all other activities are
operated by 3rd party providers.
