Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre
Seymour Grove
M16 0LN
Centre open for general enquiries: Monday – Friday 9.30am – 4.30pm
(Centre activities, 7 days a week, dates and times as listed below)
Email: reception@bluescisupport.org.uk
Tel: 0161 877 3719
What's On?
We have a range of activities at the centre, hopefully there is something you are interested in joining. Some of our activities require you to book in advance due to room size, others you can just turn up to. Please call us on 0161 877 3719 or email reception@bluescisupport.org.uk if you want more information about the activities or are anxious about attending. We’ll help you to feel safe and comfortable about joining in.
Activities going on in the centre (no need to book – Just turn up)
| Day | Time | Activity | ||
| Monday | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | Sound Explorers with Seed Studios – Join Lucy to explore new ways to make sounds together. No musical experience required. Please contact Adam at adam@seedstudios.org for more information. | ||
| Tuesday | 10:00am – 12:00pm | Arts & Minds – Whether you are a beginner, or well-practiced, everyone is welcome to join our diverse and friendly group who meet in our art studio. This group is focused on teaching painting & drawing and acrylic painting on canvas. You are welcome to bring your own materials, or they can be provided for you. | ||
| Tuesday | 10:00am – 12:00pm | Open Art – Beginners art group, a friendly group who meet in our art studio. This group is a safe space to do art and chat. It is focused on drawing, colouring and painting. You are welcome to bring your own materials, or they can be provided for you. | ||
| Tuesday | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | Meditation with Theatre of the Senses – Make a journey of self discovery through a quiet session of meditation. Join with your community and develop mindful awareness and compassion by reflecting to help clear the mind. The group is open to new meditators or people who have practiced for some time. Email infototscic@gmail.com for more info. | ||
| Wednesday | 12:30pm – 1:30pm | Peer Support Group – *PAUSED until further notice* Our group aims to provide a space to share and connect with other individuals with similar life experiences. Led by those with lived experience, we explore themes around your mental health with a different topic every Wednesday – please see poster for this week’s theme! | ||
| Thursday | 10:00am – 12:30pm | Bushcraft and Winter Survival – Join Theatre of Senses this winter to explore: Recognising the signs of hypothermia and how to deal with it; finding cover & constructing shelter; sleep systems; clothing; equipment; knots; sourcing materials; string-making; locating, filtering & purifying water; using tools; campfire cooking; fire-starting methods, ranging from a lighter to bow drill & more! What to bring? Water bottle, comfortable clothing and an open heart. | ||
| Thursday | 10:30am – 12:30pm | Women’s Mental Health & Wellbeing Group for Ethnic Minorities (BLOOM) Embark on the path to mental wellness through culturally sensitive practices offering mindfulness, stress management, relaxation techniques, information and guidance, emotional resilience, and so much more! | ||
| Thursday | 11:00am – 12:30pm | BME Peer Support Group for women – (NOTE: currently on hold, restarting in January 2025!) Join Bluesci Support for a weekly support group for women, there will be guest speakers, trips out and the opportunity every week to connect. Refreshments are provided. For more information, email hannah@bluesci.org.uk or call 0161 877 3719. | ||
| Thursday | 11:00am – 1:00pm | Jamming Session with Seed Studios – Come pick up an instrument and jam with Ann-Marie! Suitable for beginners who want to learn the guitar, bass, drums, keyboard or to sing. Free and open to all! Contact Adam on 07546790642 or adam@seedstudios.org for more info. | ||
| Thursday | 11:30-12:30pm | Beginners Drama-Designed for beginners, this class is an excellent introduction to Theatre of the Senses and drama. During the class, you will learn ways to become more confident and spontaneous while making new friends. In this class, you’ll play fun games, improvise, and act out short scenes. Experience is not required. | ||
| Thursday | 12:00pm – 3:00pm | Bike Repair Group – Come along and get your bike fixed up. The group meet in the car park of Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre, you can’t miss them! You can also talk to the group about purchasing a low-cost bike. For more information email neil@chainlink.org.uk or visit the chainlink webpage. | ||
| Thursday | 1.30pm– 3:30pm | Basic Theatre Drama Workshop with Theatre of the Senses – These workshops focus on building confidence and self-esteem through theatre. Join us at these fun sessions to connect with people who share an interest in performing arts. You don’t need to book, but for more information please email infototscic@gmail.com. | ||
| Thursday | 2:00pm – 3.30pm | Music Appreciation (with String of Hearts CIC) monthly on a Thursday – Listen to, discuss, and play along to your favourite songs; learn how to improvise musically; write original music and words. All in a supportive, nurturing, and fun environment. No musical experience is required, and there is no script! Each session is catered to the preferences of those attending on the day. Please contact Adam on 07546790642 or adam@seedstudios.org for more information. | ||
| Friday | 11:00am – 1:00pm | Ukulele Singalong 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! Contact Adam on 07546790642 or adam@seedstudios.org for more info. | ||
| Friday | 1st & 3rd Friday of the month 12:30pm – 2:30pm | Live Sketching – Join Arts & Minds for a relaxing afternoon drawing live portraits. Tuition & guidance on hand if needed with Pete & Antonio. All materials provided, friendly atmosphere, all levels welcome. Tea & biscuits included! | ||
| Saturday | Every 3rd Saturday 11:00am – 12:00pm | Forest Bathing – Mindful connecting to nature using all the senses … every 3rd Saturday at Hullard Park! Monthly dates are: 17th August, 21st September, 19th October, 16th November, 21st December. Contact Carrie for more information on 07917241563. |
Activities going on in the centre (book in advance)
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Women’s Yoga Workshop with Theatre of the Senses– Yoga is at the heart of Health and Wellbeing. Suitable for absolute beginners and those who have enjoyed yoga before. Connect the body with the mind. Please book ahead – contact Corrine on 07709291176. |
| 1st Tuesday of the month | 6.30pm – 8.00pm | ‘Mindful Resort’ Men’s Group – Bluesci at Night provide a space for men once a month to join activities the group are interested in. Previous topics include nutrition and mindfulness. All are welcome to join. To enquire and book a space in this group, please contact the Bluesci at Night team between 5.30pm and 12.30am, on 07933882743. |
| Tuesday | 6.30pm – 8.30pm | Diverse Art Workshop with Theatre of the Senses – A lively mixture of art history and liberating hands-on art techniques. During the course we will look at drawing, printing, collage, photography and Surrealist games using traditional and digital approaches to making and reproducing images. For more information please email infototscic@gmail.com or ring the Bluesci at Night team (after 5.30pm) on 07933882743. |
| Wednesday | 6.45pm – 7.45pm | Yoga with Theatre of the Senses – Experiencing a free, relaxing yoga session, suitable for all. Facilitated by a trauma informed, registered yoga teacher. What to expect: gentle yoga poses for flexibility and relaxation, breathing exercises to relieve stress, meditation for mental clarity and a welcoming atmosphere. Reserve your spot today: email biyou@live.co.uk or call the Bluesci at Night team between 5.30pm and 12.30am, on 07933882743. |
| Thursday | 10:30am – 12:00pm | Hearing Voices Group – This group is free open to anyone who hears voices, see visions or have other unusual sensory experiences. It’s friendly and everyone who attends goes out of their way to help people feel at ease. The group welcomes people whether or not they have a diagnosis, and members may also have other issues that they are struggling with (including unusual beliefs, self-harm and bipolar). They are able to offer one to one support before or after the group if members prefer, so they can feel more at ease when they choose to attend the group. Please contact Claire to book your place: 0161 357 1779. |
| Friday | 12:30pm – 3:30pm | Issues Based Drama Workshops with Theatre of the Senses – Anyone can join this group, which aims to build confidence through theatre, and create performances focusing on relevant social issues. Please book on to these workshops by emailing infototscic@gmail.com . |
| 2nd Friday of the month | 7.00pm – 8.00pm | Women’s Group – Bluesci at Night provide a safe space for women once a month to come together, discuss wellbeing and thrive together. Each session has a specific focus such as self-compassion, motivation and are guided by the group’s ideas. To enquire and book a space in this group, please contact the Bluesci at Night team between 5.30pm and 12.30am, on 07933882743. |
Computers and IT support
We have two computers for public use in our reception. We can also print documents for you (at a cost of 10p per page). If you would like to book a computer for a specific day and time, or would like 121 support on using the computer/internet/Microsoft, please contact us at reception@bluesci.org.uk and a member of the team will pick up your request.
Foodbank Vouchers
The Trussell Trust runs a network of over 420 foodbanks, which work out of more than 1,200 centres across the UK and provide emergency food to people during crisis situations such as redundancy, benefit delays or receiving an unexpected bill. We can issue foodbank e-vouchers for parcels containing a minimum of three days’ nutritionally balanced food. We issue foodbank vouchers with appropriate discretion, and can discuss further support available at the centre. Call in during our opening hours to enquire about a voucher being issued if you need one.
Prayer space
If you require a quiet space in which to pray whilst you are at the centre, please let us know by contacting reception so we can accommodate your needs where possible. We also have a prayer rug and copies of some religious books available on request.