GIVE IT A GO! Reinvent your spare time
What is Give AGo? Go! What is Give It It A Give it a Go or ‘G.I.A.G’ is a scheme aimed at bringing students and staff together in a pro-active way. One of the best things about the various activities involved with Give it a Go is that it’s pretty much pay as you go or you can pay upfront for a course. Remember you can be as involved or absent as you like, there’s something for everyone. Give it a Go provides activities in four main areas: Trips Away, Activities, Volunteering and Keep Fit which is run by our partners at Roe-Active. These areas provide a range of activity for the students and staff, Providing something new to do when watching DVD’s and cookery shows become too boring (rare I know), and at really competitive prices, we know that its perfect for the average student wallet! SO GO ON REINVENT YOUR SPARE TIME WITH GIVE IT A GO!!
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GIVE IT A GO! Reinvent your spare time
Trips Away
Activities
Volunteering
Keep Fit
‘Give it a Go: Trips away’ is exactly what it says it is. It provides great trips throughout the year at prices that make a student smile, for students to take the opportunity to go somewhere new, meet new people, or have fun with people you already know. Whether you go alone or in a group I guarantee that these trips are a great way to get out there and have fun without damaging your wallet!
‘Give it a Go: Activities’ provides students with all sorts of activities to get involved in and there is something for everyone. Again these activities are for everyone and at very reasonable prices. If you have ever thought about trying something new, whether it is for fun or to pick up a new skill then this is the place for you. There is no joining fee and there are flexible payment options from pay as you go to signing up and paying for a whole course.
‘Give It a Go’: Volunteering This year Wandsworth council has teamed up with the RSU, Student services and University to sign post and provide students with a variety of different volunteering opportunities. Whether it is gaining work experience related to your degree, like teaching, volunteering to help out at Union Campaigns and events, fundraising, giving back to the community, learning new skills or helping out with sports coaching and activities, the list is endless. Students can do something they enjoy and gain certificates and experience that will jazz up the old CV and give them accreditation.
Keep Fit with Roe-Active: This year Keep fit classes will be run by our partners at RoeActive who have a range of different fitness classes for all from Zumba to Yoga. You may not want to go to the gym or be a part of a sports team so why not join a class and get those joints moving! There are Flexible paying options at £2 a go or free with Gym membership.
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GIVE IT A GO! Reinvent your spare time
Trips Away Brighton Beach
this unique ninety minute experience.
£10, leave at 9.30am, Saturday 10th of October 2009 Come and join us on two separate trips to colourful Brighton, Grab some real Fish and chips, go shopping for some trendy gear, kick back and relax in a deck chair or seek excitement on its famous Palace Pier.
Go Ape
£25, 12pm, Saturday 24th October 2009
NEW THIS YEAR!
Do you just want to make like Tarzan and swing through the trees shouting, ‘arrrh-a-arrrh-a-arrrhhhh!’ Well get involved in Go Ape a thrill seeking, adrenaline pumping high wire assault course, great fun and good way to work in a team environment.
Disneyland Paris
£149, Thursday 5th - Sunday 8th November 2009
Two days in fun for all Disneyland and a day in one of the world’s most romantic cities Paris. Including transport, four star accommodation and park entrance!! Book ASAP as this fills up fast!
The London Dungeons
£15, Tuesday 24th November 2009
One of London’s most popular attritions, Transport yourself back to the darkest moments in the capital’s history within the deep depths of the London Dungeon. Live actors, shows, two rides and interactive special effects ensure that you face your fears head on in
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Trip to the Theatre : Thriller
£29.50, Evening viewing, Thursday 26th November 2009
NEW THIS YEAR!
Michael Jacksons death shocked the world, but his legacy lives on in this smash hit musical about the legends music career, from the days of ABC in the Jackson five to the record breaking hits of the Bad Album and so on, come and join us and don’t stop till you get enough!
Winter wonderland
FREE, 10am-10pm, Saturday 12th December 2009
Are you feeling the festive spirits and are in a rush to get those gloves and scarf on, well this year we are heading down to winter wonderland situated in London’s Hyde Park, where you can glide around the ice-skating rink, choose from a variety of rides to go on, drink hot chocolate or spot the peak of the BT tower whilst riding the grand Ferris wheel. Free entrance to the park, you have to option to book tickets for the Ice skating rink or Giant Ferris wheel by booking tickets online at http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/
NEW THIS YEAR!
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Trip to the theatre: Lion King
£14.70, leave at 11am-Wednesday 28th April 2010
£23.50, Evening viewing, Thursday 28th January 2010
Experience the Bold and beautiful masterpiece that is the Lion King, Brought to the stage for our entertainment through dance and song you are kept on the edge of your seat throughout.
Newquay
Trip to the theatre: Avenue Q
£25, Evening viewing, Tuesday 25th May 2010
£40, Friday 12th – Sunday 14th of February 2010
This trip was introduced last year and proved to be popular so we have decided to put it on again. Travel down to a hostel in Newquay for a day on the beach and a night on the booze at one of the legendary clubs that Newquay boasts. *Drinks not included
Amsterdam
£129, Thursday 25th- Sunday 28th February 2010
The legendary Amsterdam trip is back and as popular as ever. With travel, insurance and accommodation included, the price is very reasonable so please book early to avoid disappointment!
Skiing
£445, Friday 2nd April- Friday 9th April 2010
Join us on a trip to London Zoo where you can meet the monkeys and feed the penguins. Get hands on with animals all welcome, Ideal for zoology students.
Come and see the hilarious and extremely popular ‘Avenue Q’, Get your giggles for a very reasonable price.
Thorpe Park
£25, Monday 31st May 2010
One of the, if not the, best theme park in England! What better way to enjoy the end of exams whilst gearing up to the last weeksof Uni and unwind after the summer ball than a trip to Thorpe Park on a day when the queues are minimal and the sun is out!
Brighton
£10, leave at 9.30am, Thursday 10th June 2010
A great opportunity to get on the snow covered slopes for a week. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro there’s something for all, try out some ski moves and have a great laugh with some new friends. A very popular trip at a price you won’t find anywhere else! Separate price for ski equipment hire £70-£95 and lessons £65-£90
Another chance to come on down to Brighton, don’t forget the sunscreen!
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Trips, Dates and prices are subject to change, for further information please contact Natasha Blake Natasha.blake@roehampton.ac.uk
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GIVE IT A GO! Reinvent your spare time
Activities Activities run from the second week of the first semester from Monday to Thursday. Price: The classes run on a pay as you go or pay for course basis, with the exception of the language courses which are free.
Instructors: All instructors are qualified and have trained
specifically for their courses. For any enquires pleases contact them.
Place: All spaces in which classes are held are subject to change
if need be. Instructors will notify you of this and apologise for any inconvenience.
Language courses
Language courses can be just for fun or provide extra credits! Try these Beginner or intermediate classes.
French for beginners – Mondays 6pm-8pm German for beginners – Wednesdays 6pm-8pm Italian for beginners – Tuesdays 4pm-6pm (group 1) and 6pm-8pm (group 2) Japanese for beginners – Tuesdays 4pm-6pm (group 1) and 6pm8pm (group 2) Spanish for beginners – Monday 6pm-8pm (group 1) - Wednesday 6pm-8pm (group 2) - Thursday 4pm-6pm (group 3) For further information on Languages for All modules please email lfa@roehampton.ac.uk
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Cooking workshops
Thursday, 4.30-5.30pm, place tbc
Do you like the show ready steady cook or just like learning how to cook recipes?Well here is your chance to watch and learn how to best prepare and cook a meal by a qualified chief. With enough interest there is the option for the workshop to run regularly on a Thursday.
Permaculture lessons
Mondays, £1-Allotment, 1pm-2pm
NEW THIS YEAR!
Do you have a love for the outdoors? Perhaps a bit of gardening is your thing then This Introduction to Permaculture workshop will take one hour and is open to anyone who wants to find out more about this important ecological initiative and get their hands messy. £1 pay as you go or £3 for 4weeks- With enough interest there is the option of running lessons regularly on Monday.
DJ classes
Wednesdays, £2- 6-7pm, RSU Road Room
Ever fancied a spin on the decks? Whether you’re a beginner or just want to perfect your skills, you can be taught by one of our resident DJs and sign up for a slot at one of our RSU nights ‘DIRTBOX’ run at Southlands bar on a Monday of each month. You never know you could be the next big thing.
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GIVE IT A GO! Reinvent your spare time
Self Defense classes
Thursdays, 6.00pm-7.00pm, Pay as you go £3 or 5weeks for £15
The Self Defense Classes are led by one of our own security guards, for those who want to gain a little more confidence or build self steam when it comes to emergency situations. There are beginners sessions and slightly more advanced sessions running from the begging of the first month of each semester in of the academic year. Remember a little bit of training can go a long way. This class is for every one of all ages and abilities you do not have to be an expert to join. Beginners Thursday 1st October –Thursday October 8th 2009 - Thursday 15th October 2009 Advanced – Thursday 22nd October 2009 –Thursday 29th October 2009
Pole dancing lessons
Tuesdays – Beginners 6.30pm-7.30pm or intermediate 7.30-8.30pm (RSU-Road Room) price: Pay as you go £6 or can pay on a course basis: 4 week course - £20 or 8 week course- £35 or 10 week course - £45
Ever fancied trying out some moves on a pole? Well now you can, this is your chance to have fun and get fit at the same time. With a qualified instructor you can learn the basics and develop through a pace and begin to own the pole. Sign up for a one off free session and then get down to the SU on Tuesday evenings for lesson based on an eight week course or you can pay as you go.
First aid courses
Monday 5th-9th October-£7
Come along and gain a basic first-aid qualification and certificate. Gain that vital information for emergencies and be the one who makes a difference. To find out more contact, training@roehamptonlinks.sja.org.uk, dates to be added.
Table Tennis
Wednesdays, 5.30pm-6.30pm, Monte Hall, £1 pp.
NEW THIS YEAR!
Fancy a game of table tennis? Well sign up with a friend or competitor at the RSU and head down to Montifiore Hall for a 30 minute slot. This could be for fun or to perfect your aiming skills. NEW THIS YEAR!
Art attack
Tuesday 24th November-14.30-16.30 –Froebel lawn Tuesday 9th February-14.30-16.30 – Whiteland’s fields Tuesday 8th June-14.30-16.30 Digby lawn, Entry £2
Who remembers Art Attack? It’s time to recreate it, let’s get our hands messy! You and your team will be given one hour to create a fantastic piece of giant floor art out of the materials that you bring or find! You’ll be given a theme to work with and judge each other’s work at the end of the hour. The winning team will get brilliant prizes; once we’re done we’ll relax, with drinks and music!
Be sure to look out for more activities to come! Important: Activities/times/dates subject to change. If you have an activity you would like to run please get in contact with Natasha Blake on 02083923221 0r Natasha.Blake@roehampton.ac.uk
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Volunteering Volunteering
Volunteering not only provides benefits, for the venue, charity or organisation, but for the volunteers themselves. It gives you the opportunity to gain experience in your area and improve your job prospects and employability by proving your skills and commitment. It gives you a chance to make a difference in your university and community. It can provide you with training which is again useful for later on in life and may open your eyes to potential carer options…so with all these advantages why not get involved!
Internal opportunities
You can volunteer to help out in a variety of university campaigns, fundraisers and events, such as RAG week, Go green week, well being week, breast cancer care, and the chaplaincy as well as sports events in conjunction with our community sport department. The list goes on.
External opportunities
Wandsworth council are going to provide a range of different volunteering opportunities for students and staff to get involved in. there are a variety of different organisations and charities to work with such as Regenerate Activity Charity, Millennium Volunteers, Saint John Ambulance and Kids City which is a child educational charity, ideal for teachers, Again the list goes on. Be sure to look out for more details about volunteering opportunities, as well as information about the volunteering awards and Societies Achievement ceremony coming later in the year. For More information on Volunteering please contact Natasha Blake 02083923221 0r Natasha.Blake@roehampton.ac.uk
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GIVE IT A GO! Reinvent your spare time
Learning in preparation for work Degree
Roehampton Award
Delivered by academic programme/department
Delivered by Student Services, the Students’ Union, the Chaplaincy and ALSAs
Many programmes have oppourtunities for placement-based learning linked closely to the subject of study, internally and externally: • Translation • Writing for the web • Writing for screen • Education
Leadership
Volunteering
Skills
Hall and Flat Rep training programme Berlinda Stott/SWOs
Mentorship programme Will Cooper
Money Doctors programme
Chaplaincy leadership programme Robert Kaggwa
Programme rep training Gemma Kelly
RSU Programme (e.g. Assertiveness, pressentation skills) Gary Coates
Leadership of clubs and societies Natasha Blake
Charity-based placements Nicky Smith/Nick Godden
Employability/Careers workshops Eddie Tunnah
These oppourtunities constitute work experience
Sports leadership awards Dave Bush
Allotment Tessa Willey
Student Ambassadors Tony McCloud
University internships (e.g. interviewing other students to find their views, making films about the student experience) Gary Coates
Oppourtunities also exist for students to seek Service Learning accreditation.
Running RAG Becky Aston Taster oppourtunities are available in many areas of the Give It A Go programme Natasha Blake
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Keep Fit RoeActive Gym
Want to join a fitness class for fun or burn those calories then Keep fit with Roe-Active is for you. You don’t have to be an expert, just get down to one of the many classes roe-active has to offer and with flexible payment options you can keep fit for the year for only £2 per session or FREE with Gym Membership.
Information about sessions
All sessions last approximately 1 hour and will take place in Montifiore Hall or Davies Building in Froebel College. Classes run from Monday – Thursday Evening classes- from 5.30 onwards Roe- active will be running eight to ten classes a week ranging from, Zumba, Circuits, Dance, three types of Aerobics and four types of yoga, the list goes on, which will suit your fitness needs.
Classes are for all, beginner or advance it does not matter, be sure to get involved. £2 per session or FREE with Gym Membership Look out for more classes coming your way soon, for more information and any questions please visit the Give it a Go section of the Roehampton student union website or you can email or call Roe-Active at Roeactive@ roehampton.ac.uk or 02083928181 10
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GIVE IT A GO! Reinvent your spare time
“As a total gym phobic it is a tribute to the openness and friendliness of ROEActive staff that I have started virtually every working day there since it opened in January. When I have visited gyms in the past I have found them to be quite intimidating and I have felt quite out of place I them. I have found ROEActive to be welcoming no matter what your level of fitness is or what type of exercise you want to do. Perhaps the best advert for the place is that my weight and my blood pressure have all significantly reduced since I first started attending!” Keith “I started the gym at the end of June as it was free for new staff members over the summer months. The gym staff are very friendly and helpful; it’s also nice to other Roehampton staff there too. Since joining I have lost weight and toned up, I also have more energy. It’s so convenient to be able to leave work and be there in 5 minutes so there is no excuse not to attend. I am considering joining in September.” Louise Ward “First class facilities, and easy access to equipment combined with friendly and knowledgeable staff makes ROEActive the best workout environment I’ve encountered.” Simon Machin “Always a warm welcome when I arrive, no matter the time of day. With extended opening hours the gym offers me the chance of setting myself up for my working day or work out all my energy at the end of my day. The facilities are well laid out and someone is always at hand to help, and give advice on getting a full work out.” Rachael J
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Other events and information The student Union is always organising a variety of different events and activities to put on throughout the year, from inter-collegiate events between our four very different and individual colleges, as well as activities on and off campus and extra circular events to broaden the mind, be sure to get involved! Also, look out for new events such as it’s a Knockout tournament, world record attempts, and college cup events, as well as classics such as Frigby, Shitelands, Frugby and May-day. If you have any great ideas, want to enter some teams or organise any events then get in contact with Natasha Blake on 02083923221 0r Natasha.Blake@roehampton.ac.uk or you can look out for more information on the Give it a Go section on the Roehampton student website (www.roehamptonstudent.com)