Experience something new this summer with activities in Aldershot and Farnborough.

Active in Rushmoor logoFancy trying a new activity? How about having a go at tennis, cheerleading, gymnastics, karate or dancing? Well, there's something for everyone at Active in Rushmoor!

Our activities in Aldershot and Farnborough listed below are great:

  • For families looking to try a new activity together
  • If you are looking for a challenge
  • For making new friends

Most of the activities offer a free trial, so you can explore exciting new activities right on your doorstep!


Try out activities at Moorfest on 13 July

We are going to be promoting lots of our Active in Rushmoor activities at Moorfest. Come and see a wide range of demos and try some new activities on the day.

Moorfest is on Sunday 13 July, from 11am to 3pm and held at Moor Road Recreation Ground.


Badminton

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Eagles Badminton Club

Main sports hall at Farnborough Hill School, Farnborough. GU14 8AT

Eagles Badminton Club

The club welcomes new members (18+) who are experienced and enjoy playing in a friendly, competitive environment.

If you are looking for a new challenge, getting back to badminton after a break or injury, or just completed a training course and looking for a club, contact the club and arrange a date for your first visit.

Free first visit

Basketball

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Farnborough Phantoms Basketball Club Training locations across Rushmoor. Visit website for locations. Farnborough Phantoms Amateur basketball club with men's, ladies and junior teams which play in the Wessex League.

Boxing

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Turner's Boxing Academy Queens Road Recreation Park, Queens Road Farnborough. GU14 6JU Turner's Boxing Academy

England Boxing affiliated boxing club. Welcoming amateurs and professionals.

  • Tots 4 to 7 years. Mainly games-led
  • Juniors and youths 8 to 15 years. More fitness based and technique-learning
  • Seniors 16+. Semi-contact boxing, contact boxing and fitness
  • Competition levels
All equipment provided, no booking required, first session free.

Bowls

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Aldershot Underwood Bowls Club Eggars Hill, Aldershot. GU11 3NG Aldershot Underwood Bowls Club

Players of all abilities and new bowlers are welcome.

Qualified coaches available.

The club also offers Bowls Bash - a new, casual version of bowls, which is fun, sociable and for everyone! 

Free parking and all equipment is provided - just flat soled shoes needed.
Cove Bowling Club 53 Horn Road Cove, Farnborough. GU14 8RW Cove Bowling Club New members welcome at any time in the year.

Four free lessons for brand new bowlers of any age.

Half-price first year membership for new bowlers.

Farnborough Bowling Club 23A Canterbury Road, Farnborough. GU14 6NW Farnborough Bowling Club

New members welcome.

From April to September there is a full program of friendly club matches, as well as a league. 

Free tuition and trial session for new bowlers.

Cricket

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Aldershot Cricket Club Guildford Rd, Aldershot. GU12 4BP Aldershot Cricket Club

For all ages and cricketing abilities.

Five senior male teams, two senior female teams as well as a midweek team.

The youth section accepts players from Year 4 onwards.

Cove Cricket Club Grasmere Road, Farnborough. GU14 0LE Cove Cricket Club

Seven senior cricket sides, nine junior boys, open or girls teams, spanning various levels.

A fun and competitive environment for all abilities and genders. 

Cycling

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Balance, Glide and Ride Various locations. See Facebook page for details. Balance, Glide and Ride Activities to get cycling, including confidence building and teaching skills, for adults and children.  

Farnborough and Camberley Cycling Club

Chapel Lane, Farnborough. GU14 9BW Farnborough and Camberley Cycling Club

For all cycling enthusiasts, women and men, kids and adults, new and experienced riders.

Social riding, sportives, road racing, time trialling, track racing, cyclo-cross and mountain biking.

Try one of the popular club rides.

It’s a great way to meet other riders and learn a little about the club.

Ride Rushmoor Various locations. See Facebook page for details. Ride Rushmoor

A community cycle group with social rides in and around the area.

Open to adults who are interested in cycling.

 

VC Meudon Cycling Club

Various locations. Check website for details. VC Meudon Cycling Club Road riding and gravel / mountain biking. Everything from the traditional no-one left behind club run, right up to elite level racing.

Join the club for a trial group ride on a Thursday or Saturday morning.

Dance / aerobics / other

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Angela's School of Dancing Queen’s Road, Aldershot. GU11 3JH Angela's School of Dancing Friendly community dance school offering many genres of dance from ages of 3 years to adult.  
Clubercise Samuel Cody Specialist Sports College.  Clubercise Easy to follow routines integrating cardio, toning and combat moves. All taught with nightclub-style lighting and reusable LED glow sticks, to a sound track of club anthems.  
Eclipse Cheerleading Unit 4, Manor Park Industrial Estate, Wyndham St, Aldershot. GU12 4NZ Eclipse Cheerleading

Open to athletes aged 3+ of all genders.

Encouraging team work in an inclusive, family environment where friendships, self-confidence and a strong sense of pride is developed. 

 

Eternity Twirl Stars Alderwood Leisure Centre. Tongham Road, Aldershot. GU12 4AS Eternity Twirl Stars Baton twirling group.   
Farnborough Flyers Trampoline Club Ash Manor Sports Centre
Manor Rd, Ash. GU12 6QH
Farnborough Flyers Trampoline club with competent, committed and experienced coaches with British Gymnastics.  
Fusion Dance Academies Alderwood Leisure Centre. Tongham Road, Aldershot. GU12 4AS Fusion Dance Academies    
Gurkha Ama Samuha Empire, High Street, Aldershot. GU11 1DJ Gurkha Ama Samuha A women’s senior citizens group. Activities include exercise, social outings, traditional dance and culture.  
Kala The Arts Shiva Temple. Queens Road, Aldershot. GU11 3JU Kala The Arts

Indian dance and music classes.

 

MADD Club (Music, Art, Dance and Drama for children with special needs) Various locations. Check website for details. MADD Club A club for 5-18 year olds with special needs. Skilled tutors and volunteers come together with special needs young people to take part in weekly groups for dance, drama and music sessions. Siblings within the age range are also encouraged.  
Powerhoop and Megamix with Hannah Various locations. Check website for details. Powerhoop Fitness with a Twist! Fun full-body workout for all ages and fitness levels with a friendly atmosphere and energizing vibe!  
SkipFit Various locations. Check website for details. TrainwithElaine

SkipFit for all abilities, high intensity session of skipping and bodyweight exercises. Strength and conditioning session. Varied sessions that change each week, bootcamp style, circuits and games. Beginners running course, 10 weeks, similar to a couch to 5k.

Free taster session for SkipFit and strength and conditioning.

University of The Third Age (U3A) Farnborough & District Various locations. See website for details.  U3A Farnborough

With over 100 activity groups offering a very wide range of leisure, social & educational activities, there’s plenty of opportunity to meet new people, acquire knowledge, have fun and extend your horizons. Their maxim is Learn, Laugh, Live.

Try 3 activities for free

Gymnastics

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Fox Gymnastics Fernhill Sports Hall, Neville Duke Road, Farnborough. GU14 9BY Fox Gymnastics

For gymnasts aged 5+ to develop their skills.

The club has achieved the British Gymnastics GYMMark standard.

The club competes locally, within Hampshire and the southern region.

Rushmoor Gymnastics Academy Pool Road, Aldershot. GU11 3SN Rushmoor Gymnastics Academy

For all ages.

  • Playgym under 5s
  • Bouncing Bunnies 18 months+
  • Gymjoy 4-5
  • Gymdreams 5-6
  • Gymstars 7-8
  • Flipsters 9 years+

Intermediate path for occasional competitions

Elite path to compete at county, regional, national and international levels.

Martial arts

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A.R.D Training Camp Kickboxing 72 Grosvenor Road, Aldershot. GU11 3EA A.R.D. Training Camp

Learn how to box and/or kickbox in a friendly environment.

Group classes and personal training.

For children and adults.

 
Aldershot Karate Club Alderwood Leisure Centre, Tongham Road, Aldershot. GU12 4AS Aldershot Karate Club

Karate training for juniors, teens and adults, men and women.

Club members have won many tournaments nationally and internationally and have current members in the England squad. 

New beginners welcome at all times.

Farnborough Premier Karate-do Wado-kai Diamond Dance Centre, 11 Queens Rd, Farnborough.  Premier Karate-do-Wado-kai   Free trial sessions for children and adults. 
Phoenix Martial Arts Unit24 Fitness Centre 19 Holder Road, Aldershot. GU12 4RH Phoenix Martial Arts

The classes follow the Kung Fu grading syllabus but also include the Kickboxing style.

Students are encouraged to develop their martial arts skills, improve their fitness, and become the best that they can be.

 
Surrey Karate Ash Manor School Surrey Karate

Traditional karate classes teaching Wado-Ryu, a blend of karate strikes and kicks with Japanese Jujitsu. Suitable for everyone aged 6 years and above.

Free taster session.

Football

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Aldershot Town Football Club (ATFC) The EBB Stadium, High Street, Aldershot. GU11 1TW Aldershot Town Football Club

Local professional, community-focused football club striving to make a difference to the local area.

First team, academy, ladies team and The Shots Foundation.

 

ATFC Girls Football

Alderwood School. Tongham Rd, Aldershot. GU12 4AS

Shots Foundation Girls Football

For girls aged 5 - 12 years to develop their football skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether you are just starting out in football, or are already playing, everyone is welcome, so don’t miss out and sign up today!

 

ATFC Little Shots

Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre. GU11 2EY

ATFC Little Shots

A football program for children aged 4-8 to supplement their love for football and keep them engaged from a young age. 

 

Farnborough Football Club (FFC) Cherrywood Road, Farnborough. GU14 8UD Farnborough Football Club

Men's first team, ladies team, junior academy.

Farnborough FC in the Community (FFCCT) meeting the needs of the local community.

Local radio station.

 

FFC Cirque De Sore Legs Samuel Cody Specialist Sports College. Ballantyne Rd, Farnborough. GU14 8SN Cirque De Sore Legs
A fun way to stay active, connect with others and boost your mental health! Recreational football for men aged 18 and over. Whether you’re an experienced player or just looking to kick a ball around, everyone’s welcome! No pressure, just good vibes and great company.
Free
Ladies Recreational Football Farnborough Football Club. Cherrywood Road, Farnborough. GU14 8UD FFC Ladies Football

Every Wednesday from 7pm to 8pm

Free

FFC Mini Kickers Cove Green. Prospect Road, Farnborough. GU14 OEE FFC in the Community

Boys and girls football for 4 to 9 year-olds.

 

Hockey

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Aldershot and Farnham Hockey Club Heath End School Astro Turf, Monkton Lane, Farnham. GU9 9AA Aldershot and Farnham Hockey Club

Social and competitive hockey club catering for all levels and abilities.

Throughout the summer teams play 7-a-side friendly matches of mixed ability.

Free club taster sessions at the relaxed mixed 'Summer-7s' for all abilities.

Hockey sticks available to borrow, please bring a mouth guard and shin pads.

Running

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Blackwater Bounders Various locations. Check website for details. Blackwater Bounders

Primarily for beginner runners, you will be given running advice, shown warm up, cool down and stretching techniques as well as going for a run/walk where nobody will be left behind.

 
Blackwater Valley Runners Aldershot Cricket Club, Guildford Road, Aldershot. GU12 4BP Blackwater Valley Runners Offering a wide range of road and trail events including 5K, 10K, half-marathon, marathon, and ultra distances. Plus triathlons, open water swimming, and more. Free trial club runs.
Cove Joggers The Samuel Cody School plus various routes. Check  website for details. Cove Joggers A social, friendly running club for adults of all ages and abilities. Free trial club runs.
Rushmoor parkrun: adults and juniors Queens Avenue, Aldershot. GU11 2JL Rushmoor parkrun

Free 5k community run every Saturday at 9am.

Open to all, whether you're a complete novice or wanting to use this as a part of your training schedule.

 
She Strides Out Queens Avenue, Aldershot. GU11 2JL She Strides Out

Female only run club every Tuesday 6.45pm.

For beginner to intermediate runners, with multiple pacers to cater to everyone’s running pace.

Free
United Runners Aldershot Various locations. See Facebook for details. United Runners Running group for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned runner, jogger, plodder or just starting out, you’re welcome here. Couch to 5K.  

Rugby

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Aldershot and Fleet Rugby Union Club Aldershot Park, Heronwood Road, Aldershot. GU12 4AL Aldershot and Fleet Rugby Union Club

All players are accepted regardless of experience.

Juniors: children from 4+ years. Fun play sessions based around the game, by experienced coaches.

Masters Team: male players over the age of 35, regardless of fitness or ability, are welcome to join.

New members get first month free.

Aldershot and Fleet RUFC Woman's Rugby

Aldershot Park, Heronwood Road, Aldershot. GU12 4AL Aldershot and Fleet RUFC

A safe and empowering environment for women 17+ to learn and enjoy their rugby experience in a pressure free culture. Wednesdays at 7pm.

Free rugby all summer!

Farnborough Rugby Union Club Tilebarn Close, Farnborough. GU14 8LS Farnborough Rugby Union Club

Rugby for everyone:

  • Three men's senior sides (firsts, seconds and veterans)
  • A women's side
  • Mini and junior rugby for under sevens
  • Colts including children with special needs
 

Swimming

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Aldershot Lido Guildford Rd, Aldershot. GU12 4BP Aldershot Lido

 Open from June to September.

  • 3 fun water flumes
  • Water fountain feature
  • 1m fixed diving board.
  • Toddler paddling pool
  • Large sandpit
  • Basketball area
First 4 Sports Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre, Rawlinson Rd, Aldershot. GU11 2EY First 4 Sports

Teaching children from 3+ as well as adults of all abilities. 

Rushmoor Artistic Swimming Club Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre, Rawlinson Rd, Aldershot. GU11 2EY Rushmoor Artistic Swimming Club

For people of ages and abilities from age 6+, there are recreational and competitive sessions.

Competition at local, regional, national and international levels. 

Rushmoor Royals Swimming Club Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre, Rawlinson Rd, Aldershot. GU11 2EY Rushmoor Royals

Professional coaching and technique instruction for all ages and abilities. Also a learn to swim school.

Tennis

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Aldershot Tennis Centre

Princes Avenue, Aldershot. GU11 2LD

Aldershot Tennis Centre

Providing comprehensive, inclusive tennis programs including coaching, playing, fitness and competition for players of all ages and abilities.

From beginner to elite for all in the community.

 
Eggars Hill AMTC Eggars Hill, Aldershot. GU11 3NG Eggars Hill AMTC

Tennis for all standards with social tennis sessions, friendly tournaments and coaching sessions for adults and children.

Members of Aldershot and District Lawn Tennis summer and winter leagues. 

 
Farnborough Lawn Tennis Club Tile Barn Close, Farnborough. GU14 8LS Farnborough Lawn Tennis Club

Lively and fun weekly tennis coaching and cardio sessions to suit all skills levels.

Mini tennis for children aged 5 plus and tennis holiday camps for children aged 5 to 15.

Become a member and get group and private coaching at a reduced rate.
Table tennis club Tile Barn Close, Farnborough. GU14 8LS Table Tennis Club

A fun and energetic sport for people of all ages.

  • Junior Coaching for all skill levels
  • Club nights and social sessions (non-competitive)
  • Local leagues (competitive)
Free trial sessions.
Tennis Court Hire

Manor Park Aldershot

Cove Green

Rectory Road

RBC Tennis Court Hire

Newly-refurbished tennis courts in Aldershot and Farnborough are open and ready for play.

Free.

Booking required.

Walks

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Aldershot and Farnborough Heritage trails

Various locations across Aldershot and Farnborough. Heritage Trails

Various heritage trails of differing lengths featuring buildings of interest, illustrated by historic and modern images with accompanying text to add to the enjoyment of the journey.

Downloadable App required. 

Free

North East Hants Ramblers

Various locations. Check website for details. NE Hants Ramblers

For anyone who already likes to walk in the countryside or would like to discover the joys of walking. Walks are normally on a Sunday, around 10 miles.

As part of the Ramblers, joining means you can walk with any Rambler Group in the country. Other Rambler groups may walk other days or have shorter/ longer routes.

Up to 3 free taster walks.

North Lane Green Steps Walking Group

North Town Community Centre.b232 North Lane, Aldershot. GU12 4TH. North Lane Walking Group

Regular walks followed by a cup of tea and a chat. Monthly special short walks organised to places easily reached by bus from Aldershot bus station. Occasional minibus outings to local places of interest. Walkers with friendly dogs on a lead are welcome. 

Free. Meet Tuesday 10.45am outside North Town Community Centre.

Sensory Walks in Nature

Various routes across Hampshire. Sensory Walks in Nature

One of the walks is in Wellesley Woods, Aldershot, starting at the Wharf car park. GU11 2HJ. The Holly Trail is km/0.6 miles or the Birch trail is 5km/0.9 miles.

Free

The Walking Club

Various routes. Check website for details. The Walking Club

Meet new people and make new friends! Walks are organised in the countryside near Farnborough, Aldershot and Camberley. Most walks cover 2-3 miles with some longer duration walks covering 3-4 miles. Tea or coffee and a good chat after the walks1

Free

Walking and Support Group for Men

Wellington Statue, Aldershot

Southwood Country Park, Farnborough.

Talk Mental

Men’s weekly walks and talks with the aim to provide a support group/community for men to discuss mental health issues and/or share experiences without any stigma.

Free

Wellbeing Walks Various locations. Check website for details. Wellbeing Walks
Free, fun and friendly wellbeing walks for everyone - whether you are young, old(er), walking with a pushchair and especially if your health and wellbeing would benefit from the great company and regular exercise.
No need to book – just turn up in suitable footwear and look out for the Walk Leaders in high-vis jackets. 

Free

Wellesley Woodlands Walking Guides Wellesley Woodlands. Various carparks, see website for details.  Wellesley Woodlands

Several clearly marked walking routes within Wellesley Woodlands. Simply follow the markers for the trail you’re on and enjoy your walk!

Guides are also downloadable via the website or printed guides are available from the BVCP rangers and the Grainger office at Smith Dorrien House.

Free

Walking football

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FFC Walking Football

Farnborough Football Club. Cherrywood Road, Farnborough. GU14 8UD

FFC in the Community

Recreational walking football for men and woman over 40.

  • 10-11am every Wednesday
  • 7-8pm every Friday

Free

Oldershots Walking Football

Tomlinscote School, Samuel Cody School, Frimley Lodge Park

Oldershots Walking Football

For anyone over the age of 50 to join (with doctor’s permission). This is a great way to get in some light exercise with a touch of competitive spirit and lots of fun. If you are interested in taking part, please email admin@shotsfoundation.org

 

Yoga

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Andrea Rimington Yoga 19 Carlyon Close, Farnborough. GU14 7BX Andrea Rimington Yoga

Uplifting Anusara yoga.

Start feeling healthier, more energic, physically freer, mentally calmer to help you cope with life's stresses and strains.

Level one and beginners courses.

 
Bethan Gane Yoga  The Royal British Legion, 51 Cambridge Road East, Farnborough. GU14 6QB Bethan Gane Yoga Pregnancy and post-natal, mum and baby, chair, mixed ability, Hatha, corporate sessions. Yoga Alliance registered.  
Diversity Yoga Shieling House, 30 Invincible Road
Farnborough. GU14 7QU
Diversity Yoga Senior yoga teacher, therapist and master coach offering classes and tailored individual sessions in a fun, supportive and healing environment.  
Elms Yoga 6 Upper Elms Rd, Aldershot Elms Yoga    
June Milner Yoga Block B, Wavell School, Farnborough.  June Milner Yoga    
LoveYour.Studio Unit 60 - 62 Kingsmead, Farnborough. GU14 7SL LoveYour.Studio

Wellbeing space offering yoga for all ages, stages, and abilities from restorative to dynamic, family to chair yoga.

The studio also hosts personal development programs and therapies. It has a health bar and lounge, flexible workspace and teacher training courses — all designed to foster connection and personal growth.

Free sample classes.
YogaBellies  28 Park Rd, Farnborough. GU14 6LG YogaBellies    

Centre's offering more activities

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Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre AGSC Rawlinson Road, Aldershot. GU11 2LQ

Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre

Indoor and outdoor sports facilities set across 200 acres.

Health and fitness suite, pools, large sports halls, stadium for football and athletics, rugby pitch with stadia, two hockey pitches and pavilion, Wavell 3G and training football pitch, six football pitches and cricket ground.

Available for both military and civilian users.
Aldershot Pools and Fitness Centre Guildford Road, Aldershot. GU12 4BP Aldershot Pools and Fitness Centre Pools, climbing, gymnastics, cricket, lido, gym, fitness classes, two 3G pitches.  
Alderwood Leisure Centre Tongham Road, Aldershot. GU12 4AS Alderwood Leisure Centre

Various rooms and facilities are available to hire.

3G football pitch, large sports hall, dance studio, drama room with full blackout, large assembly hall with stage, gymnasium and various other rooms on the school site.

 
Bohunt School Neville Duke Road, Farnborough, GU14 9BY Bohunt Sports Hall

Sports Hall for hire with markings for activities including badminton and basketball.

Changing facilities available as part of the hire.

 
Cody Sports and Social Club The Fairway, Old Ively Road, Farnborough. GU14 0FE Cody Sports and Social Club

Archery, bowls club and green, chess, cricket, football, netball, tennis, yoga.

Private social members club.

 
Farnborough Sixth Form College Prospect Avenue, Farnborough. GU14 8JX. Farnborough Sixth Form College

Two sports halls, fitness gym, dance studio, three football pitches, rugby pitch, cricket square, indoor cricket nets, full-size floodlit astroturf.

Men and women's rugby, volley ball, elite badminton, tennis, hockey, woman's elite and performance netball, woman's football, men's elite and performance football, cricket.

 
Runways End Activity Centre 1 Laffan's Road, Aldershot. GU11 2RE Runways End Outdoor Centre

Half-day adventures include climbing tower, archery, firelighting, air-rifle shooting, caving, kayaking, low robes. Guided canoe tours.

Woodland Warrier holiday camps. Explore nature and wildlife with activities like canoeing, climbing, abseiling and archery.

Adult seasonal bushcraft morning - relaxing in the great outdoors learning practical bushcraft skills. All materials and refreshments provided. No prior experience needed, just turn up and have a go!

20% discount on Bushcraft mornings and Woodland Warriors days. Quote code: Bushcraft20

Samuel Cody Specialist Sports College Ballantyne Road, Farnborough. GU14 8SN. Samuel Cody Specialist Sports College Lots of sports and activities from dance, football, clubercise, football.  
Village Leisure Club Pinehurst Road, Farnborough. GU14 7BF Village Gym Farnborough Gym, pool, sauna, steam room and whirlpool. Over 100 classes per week, from Aqua to Zumba and the latest HIIT, indoor cycle and cardio classes from Les Mills.  
Wavell School Leisure Campus Campus Leisure, Lynchford Road, Farnborough. GU14 6BH Wavell School Leisure Sports halls and dance studios to hire.  Various classes include ballet, karate, fitness, dance, basketball, badminton, karate. See website for details.  

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