What’s On at Broomwood Wellbeing Centre
If you would like to join in any of the activities, but feel a bit unsure, just pop in or contact us and one of our friendly colleagues will meet and introduce you.
Please do not hesitate to contact the centre if you are interested in running an activity in the centre. You can contact us on 0161 980 0720 or email emma@bluesci.org.uk or andrew.hodson@bluesci.org.uk
Activities going on in the centre (no need to book – just turn up)
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 10am - 11am | Women's Dance Class with Dance and Fitness– We invite you and your friends to join us and have fun with our free dance classes. This group is for people over 18 years of age. Women only. W52WB Connect Be Active |
| Mondays | 11am - 1pm | Ukulele Singalong group by Seed Studios– For first time players up to experts. Graham teaches you some of the classic tunes on Uke. No Ukulele required, no need to book – just come along! Free and open to all! This group is for people over 18 years of age. Contact 07546790642 or adam@seedstudios.org for more information. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning |
| Mondays | 1pm - 3pm | Trafford Job Club- Are you looking for work? We give help with applying for jobs, Developing you CV, preparing for a interview and other many other things call 07977717239 or email employment@trafford.gov.uk 5W2WB Keep Learning |
| Mondays | 1pm - 4 pm | Table Tennis - facilities, equipment and space are provided at this this time each week for Table Tennis playing - Bring a friend to ensure a game although others may also attend solo. This group is for people over 18 years of age. For more info call the centre on 07874 895507. 5W2WB Connect Be Active |
| Mondays | 1pm - 4 pm | Broomwood Book group -This group meets monthly on the first Monday of the month. The group agrees on a book to read over the month and then discusses the previous book they read last month, chatting about how it might relate to their lives. It is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Current titles are available on request at the centre. This group is for people over 18 years of age. For more info, call the centre on 07874 895507 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give |
| Mondays | 5pm - kids 6:15pm - Juniors 7:30pm - Teens and Adults | Taekwondo– Taekwondo is a Korean Olympic Sport and popular martial art: learn exciting kicking and striking techniques, improve fitness, and build confidence. All classes are £6 but the first taster session is free so drop in! Family discounts are available. Class times: 5pm - Kids 6:15pm - Juniors 7:30pm - Teens and Adults For more information contact Jason on 07738497319 or visit www.jm-taekwondo.co.uk 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Tuesdays | 10am - 2pm | Menopause drop-in – . The menopause drop-in is a space for conversations about menopause with no agenda, no speaker, just conversation and life experience. Just call Gill on 07523492988 and she'll be happy to help. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give |
| Tuesdays | 9.45am - 11am | Yoga Classes- Exercises to stretch and flex the body. Develop breath awareness and relax and meditate. A holistic approach to body mind and spirit which can provide the tools to cope with the challenges of daily life. The class is designed for beginners and intermediates Postures and exercises are adapted to be suitable for all. This group accepts donations to help with its running. however Donations are all made anonymously, and this is a free class. For further details please contact Corinne Flint on caflint@hotmail.com to be added to the group whats app group. This group is for people over 18 years of age. Due to hi demand on this service we ask you to call the centre at 12 midday on Tuesday to book your place. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Be Active |
| Tuesdays | 10am – 1pm | Gardening For Wellbeing – Come down and be part of a team working with our lead gardening volunteer to help us maintain our land and create a beautiful and functional garden for everyone to enjoy. This group is for people over 18 years of age. Contact 07546790642 or adam@seedstudios.org for more info. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give Be Active |
| Tuesdays | 11am – 1pm | Guitar for Beginners– by Seed Studios. If you would like to learn to play the guitar and jam along with new friends, come along and join Phil at Seed Studios. No experience needed and no guitar required! Free and open to all! This group is for people over 18 years of age. Contact 07546790642 or adam@seedstudios.org for more info. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Tuesdays | 1pm - 4pm | Community Drama Sessions - Theatre of the Senses, delivers courses and workshops in theatre, acting and creative arts. Come and join the group for improvisation and drama workshops. Have some fun and learn some new skills in performance art contact jennytotscic@gmail.com for more info. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Tuesdays | 1pm - 4pm | Jamming Session - by Seed Studios. Come pick up an instrument and jam with Mal and Graham! Suitable for beginners who want to learn the guitar, bass and drums. Free and open to all! This group is for people over 18 years of age. Contact 07546790642 or adam@seedstudios.org for more info. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Tuesdays | 1.30pm - 3pm | Women’s Circle - Come together to chat and support each other, with the option of complimentary therapies (there is a cost for these). This group is for people over 18 years of age. For more information, call us on 07874 895507. 5W2WB Connect Take Notice Give |
| Tuesdays | 4.30pm – 5.30pm | Kids Football- Informal drop-in sessions guided by coaches from Altrincham FC In The Community. Contact 0161 928 1045 or community@altrinchamfootballclub.co.uk for more info. 5W2WB Connect Be Active |
| Tuesdays | 5.30pm - 9 pm | Aim for Hope - Football and activity. For more information, please call 07762 312528 or email fitnessfeats19@gmail.com. 5W2WB Connect Be Active |
| Wednesdays | 10.30am – 1.00pm | Trafford Choices Community Café- Come and support Trafford Choices and enjoy some freshly made meals and treats for a low cost. Menu's are released on each day the cafe is open. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give Be Active |
| Wednesdays | 11am – 1.30pm | Food packing with The Bread and Butter Thing- You are welcome to join us and try your hand at volunteering, helping pack food parcels for the Bread and Butter thing, and dispensing parcels. It’s a great way to get active, help out your local community and have some fun with new friends. This group is for people over 18 years of age Simply come along to the centre at 11am on a Wednesday, or call us on 07874 895507 to have a chat. 5W2WB Connect Give Be Active |
| Wednesdays | 1.30pm - 3.30pm | The Bread and Butter Thing- is at Broomwood Wellbeing Centre every Wednesday afternoon, providing weekly groceries at a low price. Weekly bags are made up of surplus food from high street supermarkets, food manufacturers and farmers. Click here to find out how: www.breadandbutterthing.org To become a member, text 077860 063 304 with your full name, postcode, and the name of the hub (broomwood) you will be collecting from. On Mondays you will be sent a text asking if you want food that week. if you reply saying "YES" then you will be texted with instructions on Tuesdays. 5W2WB Connect |
| Wednesdays | 1pm - 3pm | Genealogy Group - Trace your ancestors and learn about your family history. This group meets on the last two Wednesdays of every month and is for people over the age of 18. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning |
| Wednesdays | 2pm - 3pm | Time To Yarn Group - Knitting craft come and Join us every Wednesday for a warm drink, knitting and a chat with friends. All are welcome. This group is for people over 18 years of age. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning |
| Wednesdays | 6.30pm - 8.30pm | Karate- Sessions happen every Wednesday. Each session costs £6.50 per person. There is a discount available for group bookings. For more information call 07870 416 136 or email psparrow@gkrkarate.com. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Wednesdays | 7.30pm - 8.30pm | Funfit.- Raise your heart rate and happiness at the same time! Fun Fit is the fitness class for ‘every body’. No pressure, no judgement, just have a great time and get ready to MOVE! We work on boosting your strength, stamina and positivity with a variety of exercises to suit all levels from beginner to advanced. Let go of your inhibitions and make new fitness friends. Fun for the whole family! A high energy workout suitable for all ages, you’ll find yourself a pro at dodge ball, stuck-in-the-mud and boxing by the time you leave, bursting with renewed energy and great memories. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Thursdays | 9am - 10am | Walking Football- Open to all ages, genders and abilities. Organised by Altrincham football club. £3.00 per session. For more information call AFC on 0161 928 1045. There is no need to book, just come along. 5W2WB Connect Be Active |
| Thursdays | 10.00am - 12.00pm | Do you own thing - (term time only) All are welcome to join. Come and be creative in the Do Your Own Thing. Do some drawing, do some writing, do some poetry. It's just a space to explore creativity together. For more info, call Maggie on 07547822231. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Thursdays | 10.30am - 2:30pm | Trafford Choices Community Café- Come and support Trafford Choices and enjoy some freshly made meals and treats for a low cost. Menu's are released on each day the cafe is open. 5W2WB Connect |
| Thursdays | 11am - 1pm | Mindfulness and Managing Stress sessions- The Counselling and Family Centre, Altrincham are running this group on Thursdays at Broomwood Community Wellbeing Centre. Hosted by Jim, who has many years of experience as a therapist, we will explore your own personal stress and use mindfulness as one of the tools to navigate your stress in a safe environment. We will build on that work over a number of weeks exploring techniques to improve wellbeing. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give |
| Thursdays | 11am - 12pm | Come and have a Chat- Join us for a tea or a coffee and a chat in the reception area – every Thursday at 11:00am with Annette. You’re always welcome whether you’re having a good day or a rough one. Completely free and open to all. 5W2WB Connect |
| Thursdays | 12pm - 2pm | Ukulele Singalong group– by Seed Studios. For first time players up to experts. Graham teaches you some of the classic tunes on Uke. No Ukulele required, no need to book – just come along! Free and open to all! This group is for people over 18 years of age. Contact 07546790642 or adam@seedstudios.org for more info. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Thursdays | 6.30pm - 7.30pm | Bolly Keep Fit class- A dance class centred on Bollywood moves and Zumba combined with with Yoga and dance. Call or text Sonia for more info on 07840255152 (£6 per session). 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Fridays | 10.20am - 12pm | Art Group- Join our friendship group to meet other people interested in art. No skills are needed, come along for a chat and the chance to paint. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Fridays | 11am -12pm | Wellbeing Walking Group Group- Join our friendship group to meet other people Come and join us for a 45-minute walk around the local area, be mindful in nature, and then grab a free cup of tea. 5W2WB Connect Give Be Active |
| Fridays | 1pm - 2pm | Meditation group- Learn the art of meditation in this relaxed and friendly group. There is no need to book and no experience is necessary. Just drop in to try it out. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Fridays | 1.30pm - 3pm | Friday club - come and join in with Bingo, activities and day trips with a friendly group for over 55's, refreshments provided. For more information 07874 895507. 5W2WB Connect |
| Fridays | 5pm - kids 6:15pm - Juniors 7:30pm - Teens and Adults | Taekwondo classes – Taekwondo is a Korean Olympic Sport and popular martial art: learn exciting kicking and striking techniques, improve fitness, and build confidence. All classes are £6 but the first taster session is free so drop in! Family discounts are available. Class times: 5pm - Kids 6:15pm - Juniors 7:30pm - Teens and Adults For more information contact Jason on 07738497319 or visit www.jm-taekwondo.co.uk 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Fridays | 4pm - 5pm | Aim for Hope - Football and activity. Call 07762 312528 for more info or email fitnessfeats19@gmail.com. 5W2WB Connect Be Active |
| Fridays | 5pm - 8pm | Trafford Youth Service entrance at the rear of the building. 5W2WB Connect |
| Saturdays | 4am - 6pm | Amildham Tamil School, - Amildham focuses on teaching Tamil language, literature, and culture to the children at different age groups as well as adults. Amildham is a place where teachers work voluntarily to create rich, engaged learning and teaching experiences; the centre increases student success, builds vital community partnerships, and invites individuals to become members of an intellectually diverse, active learning community. Amildham aims at providing opportunities for the Tamil Communities living in the United Kingdom as well as others interested in learning Tamil and acquiring knowledge of the history, arts, literature and culture of the Tamils. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning |
| Sundays | 10.30am | Manifest Church. - A parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God based in the broomwood centre and, serves the area and beyond. We are committed to the spiritual and social transformation of individuals and our community. come along and get involved . manifestchurch.co.uk 5W2WB Connect |
Activities you have to book in advance
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Various | - | Seed Studios Community Connector - Seed Studios engages with social prescribing referrals to meet (remotely or in-person) and help understand what Seed Studios can offer them. They engage referrals 1-to-1 to talk about their interests and journey to Seed Studios, before offering them a list of current workshop groups and activities or tailoring services or activities to their interests. Please refer individuals to Seed Studios via Kate on 07742 748801 or at communityconnector@seedstudios.org 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Various | - | Timperley Amateur Boxing Club- provides a range of services that promote health wellbeing and fitness for all. Sessions run for children aged 8-18 for adults and for women only. The club’s ethos is about improving lives in the community and has been nominated for Trafford Sports Club of the Year in 2015. One of the club’s young members won a Physical Activity award in 2015. For information on classes have a look at https://timperleyboxing.co.uk/classes or if you would like to attend please email timpabc@hotmail.co.uk or call Mark 07790 352 521. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Selected Wednesday's | 1.00pm - 3.00pm | Crafternoons - Crafting with friends. Contact the centre on 07874 895507 to book a place. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Thursday | 5.30pm – 8.30pm | Dance class- beginner, intermediate and advanced levels of Dance- £6 per class. Call Sharmista on 07925605835 for more information and to book your place. 5W2WB Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Various | - | Church of god in Manchester- 快来加入 联系杰西卡了解更多详情 Contact Jessica on 07510193147 or Prisca on 07305129495. 5W2WB Connect |
| Various | - | Personal Best – Personal Activity Mentoring- Tired of the same old routine? Looking to get active but not sure where to start? Get free support and guidance to improve your physical and mental wellbeing. Achieve your personal best! Contact Lorenzo on 07946 259 242 to get started. 5W2WB Be Active |
| Saturday | 7:30am - 10.30am | Slimming World- Work together with you to help you reach your weight loss goals as well as helping you to look and feel great- mind body and soul. For more information contact Lisa on 07789647912. Membership charges apply. 5W2WB Connect |
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Activities Happening Online
Zoom is a free video conferencing service that lets you talk with friends and family from all over the world.
As well as being able to keep in touch with loved ones, there are all kinds of group meetings and events taking place over Zoom. During the Covid-19 restrictions, video services such as Zoom have been used to allow virtual gatherings and 121s where physical distancing would otherwise mean these would be cancelled.
Click here for a list of activities that you can join online.
If you need help accessing any online activities or you would like to use one of our computers, please contact the centre on 0161 980 0720 or email andrew.hodson@bluesci.org.uk or emma@bluesci.org.uk and we can book you in for a 121 session.
Free Sanitary Towels
Sanitary towels are available in our toilets and are free for visitors to take thanks to Go With The Flow. Please help yourself.