Events
Free activity taster sessions for adults aged 50!
October 31 2011
Brights is an exciting new centre operated by Age Concern Havering for the over 50s in Rainham and the surrounding areas. We are proud to announce the opening of the centre from 7th November and are running a programme of activities in partnership with Havering Adult College and Health and Sports Development Team. For more information click here and here.
Havering MEND programme recruiting for 2012
October 31 2011
MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition and Do it) is a national programme designed to help children become fitter, happier and healthier. Havering MEND is currently looking for children between seven to thirteen years old for the next programme which is set to start in January 2012. The Programme consists of 20 sessions (twice a week for 2 hours per session). For more information click here.
Just for H.I.M. FREE event!
September 13 2011
A Health Improvement event for Men aged 50+ is taking place on 11th October,
1.30-3.30pm at Romford YMCA. Guest speaker, Tony Cottee ex West Ham and England player! Information stands, health checks, free refreshments. For full details please see flyer attached.
It's time to get your dancing shoes on!
August 11 2011
Latin & Ballroom dance classes run by LBH Culture and Leisure start during the week commencing 26th September. The majority of these classes take place in the evenings at Coopers Coburn & Company School, HOPWA House and New Windmill Hall and cater for ALL levels from complete beginners to advanced. Come and join our launch & information night on 14th September at New Windmill Hall, 7.30-9.30pm. With Strictly Come Dancing only around the corner, it’s a great time to learn some new steps! Click here for full details.
Get Moving!
July 7 2011
Havering Health and Sports Development Team in partnership with Libraries Service are holding FREE information and advice sessions at various libraries during July to help you on your way to an active life. For details click here.
Going For Gold Sports Day
April 20 2011
On Saturday 7th May come down to Raphael Park and join in a range of sports activities for all the family. The event from 9.30am – 2pm will include a 5K Run, Tennis Sessions, Athletics Sessions and more. For more information click here.
Havering Going for Gold 5K Family Fun Run
March 9 2011
Kick start your fitness campaign today by entering the FREE 5K Family Fun Run on Saturday 7th May, Raphael Park, Main Road, Romford, 10am. Run, jog or walk. For more information phone Health and Sports Development on 01708 431742 or click here for an application form.
Here come the girls!
February 7 2011
Treat yourself and your nan, mum, sister, daughter or friend to an active Valentines present with a health , pampering and exercise day at Romford YMCA on Sunday Feb 13th. Organised by Health and Sports Development in partnership with Romford YMCA the day runs from 11am-2pm and is packed with free activities with discounted pampering sessions as a reward.
Come and try netball, mini tennis and Zumba, climbing, kickboxing and more! Plus FREE smoothies. There is something for everyone (under 16's need to be supervised).
Click here for details
Sports Quiz and Health and Wellbeing event
January 11 2011
Havering Health and Sports Development team are holding a Sports Quiz on Monday 24th January 2011, 7.30pm at the Queens Theatre foyer, Billet Lane, Hornchurch. Entry to the quiz costs £10 per team of up to 6 people aged 16+. To enter a team, please phone 01708 431742 or email karen.heilbrunn@havering.gov.uk
Prior to the quiz, there will also be the opportunity from 3.30pm onwards to find out information and advice about how to get active in Havering, with free taster activities, recipe ideas for leftovers, FREE smoothies and more! For more information phone 01708 431742.
Havering Active for All Day
November 1 2010
The third annual Havering Active for All Day is taking place at Hornchurch Sports Centre on Sunday 21st November 10am to 3pm.
This celebration of sport for disabled people, their friends and families offers the opportunities to try a wide range of accessible sports, including the Olympic/Paralympic sports of archery, boccia, table tennis and trampolining, to find out what is on offer in the borough and to contribute to consultation on future activities. All ages and abilities welcome - experienced staff will be on hand to help with all activities.
Click here for full details.