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Clubs and classes
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DEVELOPMENTAL CLASSES
Baby Sensory North Reading
Awardwinning baby development classes for babies from birth to 13 months.
Classes run during term time in Sonning Common, Henley and Tilehurst.
We provide ideas for creative play, tummy time, massage, movement, and visual development. We use a combination of original and traditional rhymes to develop early speech and language skills. Contact Helen for more information 07899 790405 northreading@babysensory.co.uk www.babysensory.com/northreading
BilinguaSing
French, Spanish and Italian classes for ages 0-11. Fun sensory music classes with the added bonus of a second language! Trial slots available, as well as sibling discounts. Classes in Wokingham, Bracknell, Thatcham, Purley, Caversham and other Berkshire locations. Monday-Friday.
We also run nursery classes and primary school lunch clubs. Contact Cari Weston 07729261018 cari@bilinguasing.com
Master Builders Club Brick Building Workshops for Children
Master Builders Club is a LEGO® & DUPLO® lovers paradise! Our weekend and holiday workshops, after school clubs, birthday parties and nursery/primary school events are designed to provide children with an exciting and captivating experience. We provide 1000’s of LEGO® or DUPLO® bricks in a calm and supportive environment along with the imaginative stimulus to transform a room into a world of creativity.
If you are passionate about providing engaging and stimulating play opportunities that nurture your child’s mind, then Master Builders Club is for you! To book your brick building fan a place or to find out more about our events, visit the webite.
www.masterbuildersclub.co.uk
GYMNASTICS, SPORT AND SWIMMING
Bulmershe Gymnastics Club
Based at a purpose-built gym in Woodley, run gymnastics classes for all ages including Leap Frogs for walkers to five years lead by qualified coaches. www.bulmershegymnastics.co.uk
St Joseph’s Swim School
New! Fun and engaging swimming lessons, small class sizes in private learning pool following Swim England programme for 4+. FREE onsite parking. Register your interest now! For more information visit www. sjcr.org.uk/swimschool or contact us on swimschool@sjcr.org.uk
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GR Swimming Schools
Uniquely structured, safe, FUN, swimming lessons from 3 years old. Lessons include continual assessment and lane progression. There is a maximum of 6 children per class. We are currently looking for a private indoor, heated pool, 1 or 2 weekday mornings, for much needed community baby & toddler classes in the Newbury/Hungerford area. jo@swimlessons.co.uk www.swimlessons.co.uk
DANCE & DRAMA
Artemis Cheer & Dance
Artemis Cheer: Ages 4-adult, regional and national champions in 2019 and 2021! Training in Pinewood Gym and free holiday training sessions.
Artemis Street and Commercial dance: Ages 4-adult. Training in Great Hollands, Bracknell, taught by England Dance Team coach. Technique class with IDTA exams, junior and senior crews.
Artemis College: Full-time, free training. Ofsted registered - we accept childcare vouchers.
Artemis Studios & Artemis College Mini & Junior: Artemis Little Actors, ages 4-7, Artemis Junior Theatre Company, ages 7-12.
Teen: Artemis Medusa Musical Theatre Company, ages 13-23, Artemis Medusa Pro,ages 13-23. Screen acting and producing, Artemis College – full-time, free vocational training sixth form.
Holidays: Low-cost and free holiday classes for children, free three-week summer intensives with qualifications for teens. Ofsted registered, childcare vouchers accepted. Free two-week tryout in all classes! 01344429403 Registration@artemis-studios.co.uk www.artemis-studios.co.uk
Diddi Dance Reading and Wokingham
Funky pre-school dance classes around Reading & Wokingham for children aged 1.5-5.
Specialist toddler dance programme exploring 16 different dance styles. Using action songs, dancing games, fun exercises, hoops and dance ribbons to our own, unique, funky pop songs.
FREE trial available. Ask for details!
JG Dance Classes from 2.5 to 18 years for all abilities in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Singing, Acrobatics & Drama. Twice Yearly Theatre Performances. Free Trial Lesson. Saturday Theatre College (Twyford) RAD Ballet, ISTD modern & Tap LAMDA singing & Drama. Grades to Vocational Exams.
Classes on Tuesday: Woodley, Wednesday: Bourne-End, Thursday: Tilehurst & Twyford, Saturday: Sonning Common, Kidmore End & Basingstoke 01491 572000 info@jgdance.co.uk www.jgdance.co.uk
Perform
Confidence building weekly drama, dance and singing classes for 4-7s and 7-12s. Classes are designed to boost confidence, communication, concentration and coordination. Every child can try a free noobligation class, visit www.perform.org.uk/try 020 7255 9120 / enquiries@perform.org.uk Venues: Twyford, Newbury, Reading, Wokingham, Winnersh, Crowthorne, Goring, Henley.
Progress Youth Theatre Workshops for ages 7-18 involving theatre games, improvisation and skills development, leading to a stage production every year. We are an Arts Award Supporter and also offer LAMDA courses. Classes held at Progress Theatre, Reading.
Book a FREE taster session.
Steppin Out Stars of Tomorrow
COVID secure, fun, energetic theatre classes for 3½ to 18yrs. Dance, drama, singing, tap, street dance, pop styles and musical theatre. Regular award-winning classes in Wokingham and Woodley, plus summer schools. Call Shelley on 07970 034 488, or email shelley@steppinoutstars.co.uk www.steppinoutstars.co.uk Award-winning after-school drama classes for kids who love to ACT! Burghfield, Tilehurst, Lower Earley, Mortimer and Wokingham. High-energy classes mean that students never get bored, can’t wait to get to class and develop confidence, creativity and focus. Free trial class and a Pay-as-yougo option for infants. Ages 5+.
Come and join the fun! Full listing of available classes, prices and venues at: https://stageability.class4kids.co.uk
jackie@stageability.co.uk www.stageability.co.uk
Watermill Youth Theatre
The Watermill Theatre in Newbury is one of the most successful regional producing theatres in the country. Our weekly classes are designed to develop creativity, teach fundamental performance skills and enhance individuality. Classes are fully accessible to all young people, regardless of need or ability. A range of groups suitable for young people aged 4-25 years. Call Matty Green on 01635 570934 or email outreach@watermill.org.uk www.watermill.org.uk
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CHILDREN & ADULTS SWIMMING LESSONS
Aquaphobia Coach available – for adults & children
Advanced Aquaphobia coach available for children & adult lessons in the local area. Uniquely structured, safe, FUN! Lessons from 3 yrs. Continual assessment and lane progression. Max 6 children per class. Waiting list bookings for January 2023 being taken now. Mums – looking for a great job outside of school hours? Re-train to be a swimming teacher!
We are an Independent family run swim school — not a franchise *Every child is different, every child is equal* Jo@swimlessons.co.uk | swimlessons.co.uk T: 07853 194327
Berkshire Maestros
Fun, lively music classes for ages 0-7 led by professional musicians, using a wide range of inspiring resources and real instruments. Lots of singing, dancing, games and playing instruments, building confidence, as well as developing creative, intellectual, social and emotional skills. Session times and details email admin@berkshiremaestros.org.uk www.berkshiremaestros.org.uk/minimaestros
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Little Muddy Boots
Little Muddy Boots is an established unique garden and nature club, which inspires outdoor play, hands on learning and time spent as a family making memories. Termly sessions are available alongside PAYG Saturday clubs and Forest School holiday sessions. Suitable for children aged 1-6 years old (siblings welcome). Little Muddy Boots is based at sites located across Berkshire.
hello@littlemuddyboots.co.uk www.littlemuddyboots.co.uk
PREGNANCY
Happy Births Hypnobirthing classes, Antenatal education, Bespoke birth preparation coaching, Birth trauma recovery therapy Preparation is key when it comes to maximising the likelihood of a positive birth experience. Marvel at your body’s amazing abilities, get informed about your options, learn skills to enable you to make the right choices for you, develop a practice of gorgeous relaxation techniques, and get your partner trained up to be the best support on the day. You deserve to feel confident and calm about this super exciting journey to meeting your baby. Contact Sarah Collison, 07740 349946 sarah.happybirths@gmail.com www.happybirths.net
Kennylands Gymnastics provides a unique opportunity for learning the value of determination, commitment, perseverance and ultimately to discover a passion for life!
Our gym is full seven days a week, for all ages and abilities, all benefitting from quality coaching in a fun, happy and safe environment. Gymnasts follow a badge award scheme, developing skills on all apparatus to develop core skills in agility, balance, strength and co-ordination. Our squads can train for up to 20 hours per week preparing for County, Regional and National level competitions – this year, at National Grades, half of our eligible gymnasts were selected to represent ‘The South’ at National Finals! An impressive feat as our region spans 3 counties!
We’re so proud to have a close and friendly atmosphere where the gymnasts are the beating heart of our club.
To register your child or for further details visit the website: www.kennylandsgymnastics.co.uk
Progress Youth Theatre
Our vibrant Youth Theatre has been offering weekly workshops for young theatre-makers for the last 70+ years.
Sessions involve theatre games, improvisations, script work and developing technical production skills. Based in our gorgeous working theatre, we offer a supportive environment for young people to improve their skills, gain confidence and make friends.
We grow a passion for theatre in our young people, stimulate their imagination, and help develop their enthusiasm and confidence to ask questions about the world around them.
In the last 20 years our students have put on over 50 shows, and members of our Youth Theatre have been involved in even more of our adult theatre productions both on stage and behind the scenes. Bursary places are available.
To find out more, go to progresstheatre.co.uk/youth-theatre
Steppin Out Stars of Tomorrow
The school started very humbly as a franchise, and then five years later the magic happened, and Steppin Out became the huge success it is today, boasting over 300 students.
Its Principal Shelley Otway was an actress, singer and dancer professionally for over 20 years and then re-trained to be a personal trainer and fitness coach. Several years later she realised that her knees would not be able to continue with the amount of classes she was teaching, and so she set up her school.
Shelley said “With any business there are the ups and downs. Running over 70 classes a week in lockdown was challenging but created an amazing feeling of belonging to something really very special. I love creating the big, amazing shows in a professional theatre, as so many schools do not offer this opportunity and children love to be on the stage!” Children have taken part in West End shows Matilda, Billy Elliot, The Lion King, The Sound Of Music and Les Misérables.
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YEARS 2002-2022
For more information, contact Shelley on 07970 034488, e-mail: shelley@ steppinoutstars.co.uk or visit www.steppinoutstars.co.uk
