Junior Activities

 

...there are many benefits for keeping our children active. It can improve
their health, make them confident, motivated and happy.

We offer a range of activities for children including those featured on this page, also see our pages relating to athletics, martial arts, racket sports, swimming and team sports.

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Archery

where and when to participate 
At Northgate Sports Centre as part of a course
Sunday 9-10 Beginners
Sunday 10-11 Improvers
Sunday 11-12 Mixed 
 
booking course dates 

Course start dates week commencing	Enrolment dates week commencing	Enrolment dates New customers
14.01.08	29.10.07	12.11.07
7.04.08	18.12.08	3.03.08

coached sessions
There are also ‘taster’ sessions during school holidays - we can send you information about these via email – simply visit www.getoutgetactive.com and register on our free database.
(brochures are also available each holiday).
 
You can also have an archery birthday party for 7 year olds and above – see the list of parties available on our parties page.

participation for disabled users
Optua Leisure has set up the Suffolk Disability Sport Academy whose mission is to encourage disabled people to take part in Paralympian sports with the aim of taking part in the 2012 Paralympic Games in London. Information about on-going opportunities from Optua can be found at www.beyourbest.org.uk 

joining a club
The Blue Arrows Archery Club is based at Northgate, other local clubs include Deben Archery Club.

For contact details about these and other clubs, see our Team Ipswich Sports Club guide or pick up copy of the Ipswich Junior Sports Club Guide.

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Athletics

Please refer to our seperate Athletics page for full details

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Fencing

Dating back to 1200BC, fencing is one of the oldest of sports.
The modern Olympic sport however, requires fencers to be
the fittest of athletes and have levels of skills which require
many hours of dedicated training. Learning the skills offers
thrilling activity and is suitable for a range of abilities in both
adults and juniors.
 
where to participate
There are sessions at Northgate Sports Centre which are run by The Ipswich Fencing Club.
Please call the centre for information.

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gymnastics
A very popular sport for both girls and boys which is designed to develop childrens movement skills and coordination. The British Gymnastics Association has created a range of schemes through which young people can be introduced to the sport, and the courses are designed to encourage children to progress through the badges.

where to participate
At Whitton and Maidenhall Sports Centres as part of a course.
gymnastics


courses
We also have trampolining courses at our centres

Course start dates week commencing	Enrolment dates week commencing	Enrolment dates New customers
7.01.08	29.10.07	12.11.07
7.04.08	18.12.08	3.03.08

WHEN	WHERE	BADGES	PRICE PER 12 WK COURSE
Monday 5-6pm	Whitton	6/5	£45
Monday 6-7pm	Whitton	4/3	£45
Saturday 9-10.30am	Whitton	2/1	£67.50

 

WHEN	WHERE	BADGES	PRICE PER 12 WK COURSE
Wednesday 5.30-6.30pm	Maidenhall	7/6/5/4	£45
Wednesday 6.30-7.30pm	Maidenhall	3/2/1	£45
Friday 6.15-7.15pm	Maidenhall	7/6/5/4	£45
Friday 7.15-8.15pm	Maidenhall	3/2/1	£45

  

We also work in partnership with the Pipers Vale Gymnastics Centre, which is located next to Gainsborough Sports Centre. Pipers Vale is the home to Gymnastics in Ipswich and offers a fantastic world-class venue. It is one of the finest gymnastics centres in the country and offers an extensive programme, including parent and toddler sessions which do not have to be booked. There’s pre-school ‘teddy bear’ classes as well as many recreational classes for children aged 5 years and over, as well as the elite gymnasts, which are selected from the recreational classes. For full information about their programme - please call 01473 433676 or email andy@pipersvale.plus.com  
 
 

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pre-school
Activity and social interaction amongst our children is so important for their development even from a very young age and we offer many fun, exciting activities for the unders 5s.


rainbow club
time together, time for fun

These structured fully coached sessions for age 1-3 (until 4th birthday) focus on:
• fun
• development of both social and physical skills
• encourages friendships
• establishes discipline
• a sense of achievement through Rainbow Colour Awards
• quality time for parents and carers to spend with their child

Benefits:
Under 1s free if accompanied with a pre-booked paid-for child
10% off for introducing a friend
A plan of weekly activities will be available each week
Organised trips included as part of every course
Collect I-card loyalty points that can be exchanged for free
gifts
A free registration I-card for your child (normally £3)

Session times from 1st June 2008:
Tuesday 10-11am at Gainsborough Sports Centre
Tuesday 1-2pm at Whitton Sports Centre
Thursday 10-11am at Whitton Sports Centre
Thursday 1-2pm at Gainsborough Sports Centre
Friday 10-11am at Gainsborough Sports Centre

Price: C
ourse price £20.40 per six week course or £7.20 with a monthly paid junior I-card (booked and paid in advance). Course price includes 1 x one hour session per week for six weeks.

booking
We recommend that you book Rainbow Club and you can do this with an I-card online, via the phone or at the centre.


busy bears
A casual session for parents/carers and youngsters to get together and have fun in a soft play environment.
Wednesday, 1.30-3pm at Whitton

mums & tots
Wednesday 1-3pm at Gainsborough

baby bouncers
A great opportunity for kids of 2 to 4 years to try trampolining, under the supervision of our qualified coaches. Children are encouraged to work through achievement certificates, and parents are required to stay.
Thursday, 9.30-10.30am and  10.30-11.30am at Gainsborough
Friday, 12.45-1.45pm and 1.45-2.45pm at Gainsborough


créche
We have an Ofsted Accredited créche at 3 of our centres, staffed by trained Creche Leaders. Crèche places can be booked 7 days in advance with an I card and the price for crèche places are included in the monthly I-card packages. If you do not have a monthly I-card package the price is £1.90.
Please note: All children must be registered on their first visit to the Crèche. Children must be under 5. Maximum 2 hour stay for any child (1.5 hours at sports centres). Adult I-card monthly packages includes up to two children.

créche opening times

Crown Pools
Monday - 10:30-13:30
Wednesday - 10:00-12:00 & 13.00-15.00
Thursday - 09:30-11:30
Friday - 09:00-12:00


Gainsborough Sports Centre
Monday - 9am-12noon
Tuesday - 9am-12noon & 12.45-3pm
Thursday - 9am-12noon (& 12.45-3.15pm on Rainbow Club dates)
Friday - 9am-12noon (& 12.45-3pm on Rainbow Club dates)

Whitton Sports Centre
Monday - 9.30-11.15am
Tuesday - 9am-12noon (& 12.45-3.30pm on Rainbow Club dates)
Wednesday - 9.15-11.45am
Thursday - 1-3.15pm (& 9-11.45am on Rainbow Club dates)
Friday - 9.15-11.45am

Please check with each centre as these are subject to change during school holidays and special events.

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racket sports
There are 2 new exciting mini-racket sessions for ages 8-14 years. These fun sessions, designed for beginners are casuals but we do recommend that you book with an I-card online at www.ibcsport.co.uk or by phone

Gainsborough
Junior Squash 8-15 yrs Tuesdays 4.40 - 5.40 pm
Mini Rackets 7-15 yrs Wednesdays 5.00 - 6.00 pm
Mini Squash 5-8 yrs Thursdays 4.30 - 5.30 pm
 
Maidenhall
Junior Squash 8-15 yrs Saturdays 9.00 - 10.15 am

Northgate
Junior Badminton 7-15 years Saturdays 8.45am - 10am

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rollerskating
There are casual sessions at Gainsborough and Whitton Sports Centres with qualified coaches and participants are encouraged to work through achievement certificates.

Gainsborough
Fridays 6-8pm (Grade 3+) and 5-6.30pm (new skaters)
Saturdays 9-11am (advanced artistic skaters)

Whitton
Tuesdays 5.30-7pm (intermediate)
Thursdays 5-7pm (learn to skate)

We also have rollerskating activities during the school holidays at most centres – visit www.getoutgetactive.com for more information about these.


joining a club
Ipswich Skating club is based at Gainsborough and Whitton Sports Centres - www.ipswichskatingclub.fusiveweb.co.uk 
 
For contact details about this and other clubs, see our Team Ipswich Sports Club guide at www.ibcsport.co.uk or pick up a copy of the Ipswich Junior Sports Club Guide.

Remember to look out for the Sport England Clubmark when considering a club. It’s your re-assurance that the club is committed to providing a safe, effective, child friendly environment.
 
www.brsf.co.uk British Roller Sports Federation
 
There may also be further support available for talented youngsters from the Ipswich Sports Foundation - call Ipswich 433505

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trampolining
A great opportunity for kids to try trampolining, under the supervision of our qualified coaches. Children are encouraged to work through achievement certificates at these casual sessions. We recommend booking with an i-card online at www.ibcsport.co.uk, by phone or at a centre.

casual - bookable

DAY	TIME	AGE	WHERE	NAME
Saturday	9-10am, 10-11am, 11am-noon	8-16	Gainsborough
Monday	3.55-4.55pm	4-7	Gainsborough
Wednesday	4-5pm	6-10	Gainsborough
Saturday	9-10am, 10-11am, 11am-noon	5-15	Northgate
Saturday	9-9.55am	3+	Whitton	Family trampolining
Saturday	9.55-10.50am	4-7	Whitton
Saturday	10.50-11.45am	8-15	Whitton

junior jumpers at Gainsborough (casual - no need to book)
Monday 3.55-4.55
Tuesday 4.30-5.30pm
Wednesday 4-5pm, 5-6pm



tots bounce (parents must stay)
Saturday, 12-1pm at Northgate, 3-5yrs, £45 for a 12-week course


trampolining

WHEN	WHERE	AGE	PRICE 12 WEEK COURSE
Friday 5.30-7pm	Northgate	8-15	£67.50
Friday 7-8pm	Northgate	8-15	£45
Tuesday 5.45-6.45pm	Maidenhall	7-12	£45
Tuesday 6.45-7.45pm	Maidenhall	7-12	£45

Please note that elbows must be covered and socks worn for alltrampolining sessions. No jeans allowed.

joining a club
The 3 main trampolining clubs are
• Ipswich 4 – based at each of our centres
• Pegasus
• Gainsborough Trampoline Club

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payment options
You can either pay per visit for all Junior and pre-school activities or take advantage of our excellent value monthly packages which also includes use of many other activities.
Prices for courses are shown seperately.

PAY PER VISIT PRICES	CONCESSIONARY PRICE Children, Students Pensioners, Disabled Financially disadvantaged
Creche	£1.90
Junior activities	£2.20
Racket sports	£2.20
Rollerskating	£2.20
Trampolining - casual	£3.40

MONTHLY PACKAGE PRICE by Direct Debit
I-LEVEL JUNIOR - Includes all casual session activities such as athletics, football, racket sports, rollerskating, swimming, sportschemes, trampolining, track
£9.50
*Proof of eligibility/benefit required for concessionary prices

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For details of the full range of children's themed parties available, please refer to our Party Page.

Information on our play events are found on the Landseer Play Centre page