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Black Ice Display Team

Black Ice Display Team is focused on providing a fun and safe learning environment in the art of baton twirling and dance – we will do everything we can to help our local community. 

We take part in display’s, carnivals and are proud members of UBT (United Baton Twirlers).

Our organization is based on the belief that our members’ needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our success is from commitment, dedication and team work from all members and their families.

  • We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best.
  • Girls & boys age 6+ welcome. 
  • We meet at All Hallows Church Hall, Landseer Road, Ipswich IP3 0EN On Thursdays at 5.00pm – 7.00pm

For more information Email: blackicedisplayteam@googlemail.com or visit: http://black-ice-display-team.vpweb.co.uk

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Chantry Grasshoppers FC

Football Teams from:  Mini Hoppers 5 to 7 year olds Mixed group then to Under 8 to Under 15′s teams

Chantry Grasshoppers FC are now a “FA Charter Standard Club”

Both Male and Female teams

For more information contact: Secretary: Nick Ward, 28 Monmouth Close, Ipswich IP2 8RS

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 (The) Children’s Theatre Company (CTC)

Initially being launched in Ipswich, The Childrens Theatre Company (CTC) has been established by local performing artist Bridie Rowe. The CTC represents a new and very exciting theatre company where children of all ages can experience all aspects of performance.

CTC’s ethos is to focus attention on the individual, a personable approach with emphasis on developing communication skills, encouraging creativity and imagination and above all fun! The CTC has something for everyone, from those who love to act, sing and dance to those who enjoy making new friends and gaining confidence.

Since the launch of the company in 2009, the CTC have produced three highly successful Summer Workshops for children aged 7-19 years with fully staged productions of High School Musical, The Wiz and Camp Rock The Musical!  The Summer of 2011 marked the CTC’s debut at the New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich with Camp Rock The Musical as part of the Open Season and saw a packed house on their feet rocking out alongside the cast!   Take a peek at the CTC’s Gallery for production snaps and be sure to keep an eye on our Workshops page for breaking news on the CTC’s 2012 workshop production! 

2011 was a very exciting year for the CTC and saw the launch of our brand new Musical Theatre Classes in association with Trinity Guildhall, a leading international awarding body.  The classes are held on Monday evenings in the centre of Ipswich and cover all three performance disciplines acting, singing and dancing for children aged between 4 and 18 years.  See our Classes page for full details and to make a booking!

The CTC also offer Themed Birthday Parties for children aged between 3 and 13 years. Our parties are tailored to suit YOU so you can choose from our wide selection of themes or suggest one of your own to include a fab dance routine, magical adventure and many more!  We always come to you and can offer great extras such as makeover / hair stations, henna tattoos, face painting, karaoke and goody bags.  For more information take a look at our Parties page!

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 DanceEast

Based at the Jerwood DanceHouse, Foundry Lane, Ipswich IP4 1DW, DanceEast is one of the nation’s leading dance organisations.

DanceEast runs a variety of dance activities.  The programme includes:

Egyptian Belly Dancing, Hip Hop, Ballet, Jazz, Pilates & Yoga

From classes for people with additional needs through to professional masterclasses, DanceEast promotes dance as a pastime for fun and fitness for everybody.

  • For more information and to find something for you – please visit our website: www.danceeast.co.uk/

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Dancing classes

Dancing Classes (currently Ballet & Modern, Tap to start next year) are held at Witnesham Village Hall for pupils between 3 years onwards, including an adult ballet class. 

Classes are during term time on Mondays between 4.00pm – 8.00pm.  

For further information please call myself, Kelly on 07799 130967 or Email: Kelly@enpointedancing.co.uk

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 Evolution Karate Academy Classes

Evolution karate academy classes are held at Kesgrave and Copleston sports centres.

Korean karate classes are for 5years plus. Our style is well known for it’s striking, kicking, and jumping techniques.

We have a syllabus in place that will enable you to develop and progress through belts to achieve your black belt.

There are many benefits to taking part in karate: fitness, co ordination, strength, flexibility, confidence, discipline, weight control and self belief.

For info please contact Head Instructor Leonie Kersey on 0788 642 3616 or Email evolutionkarateacademy@hotmail.co.uk

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Ipswich BMX Club

We cater for adults and children alike.  If you can ride a bike you can race bmx.

For beginners the jumps can all be ridden through without any need to take off and without previous experience whilst the more experienced riders can jump through them at speeds of up to 30mph.

  • Bring a bike and have a go – All we ask is you wear helmet and gloves for protection (some club helmets available).

There will always be advice on hand at club sessions for everyone involved including bike set-up advice, and in the near future we hope to have a Go-Ride coach in place to offer coaching to riders of all ages and abilities.

We meet at Landseer Park, Ipswich : Tuesday evenings @ 6.00pm: April to September, where we run gate (start) practice until dusk.

Yearly membership is £5.00 with no further costs to the Tuesday sessions, making this one of the cheapest sports to take part in.

Whilst being an individual sport this is very much a family sport, as all age categories compete at the same track throughout any given race day – Categories from 6 and under to 45+.

With two riders from Ipswich club, Ria Goodman winning at the World championships and Shaun Andrews claiming a 4th place finish the club has proved it can produce some of the very best riders.

It would be great to see new riders taking to the track, and with BMX inclusion in the Olympic games who knows you could be competing and winning at the Olympics in years to come.

For more information: Local Contact info:  Ria Goodman Tel: 01473 270627 Email: ross@ipswichbmx.co.uk or ria@ipswichbmx.co.uk Web address: http://ipswichbmx.blogspot.com/ Regional Contact info: Regional Secretary, Rich Townsend – Tel: 0796 721 9357 or Email: richtcomp@aol.com

Visit our website: www.bmxeast.com where info of all race events in the region can be found.

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Ipswich Children’s Book Group

The Ipswich Children’s Book Group aims to spread the word that books are fun and that reading is enjoyable and to encourage the availability of a wide range of literature for all ages, from pre-school to teenage.  We are a member of the Federation of Children’s Book Groups (Registered Charity No. 268289), which was established in 1968 and has groups across the British Isles.

What does the Ipswich Children’s Book Group Committee do? 

*  We invite authors, poets, storytellers, illustrators and experts from the world of children’s books to come and speak,

*  organise events such as parties, quizzes, competitions and craft workshops,

*  work in partnership with local primary and secondary schools to arrange author and illustrator visits,

*  have been involved in initiatives with other local organisations and with community projects,

*  co-ordinate the Red House Children’s Book Award (the only national book award voted for entirely by children) in the Ipswich area and this is open to any member, schools and families, who wish to take part,

*  provide members with a newsletter giving information of group activities, book related events locally and nationally, plus recommended reads of recently published books; three Federation newsletters a year and three editions of Carousel (worth £11.25 a year), the only magazine for adults about children’s books and

*  run a Reading Group for adults to discuss children’s books.

Members receive advance notice of events and can access any of the activities they choose to.

For more information please contact: Shirley Imlach: Email: ipscbg@gmail.com or visit: http://www.icbg.co.uk/

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Ipswich Diamonds Majorette Troupe

We were founded in the summer of 2001 by Rosemarie Richardson and Rebecca Robinson.

We are a non-profit organisation that makes our own leotards and uniforms from scratch etc. The survival of the Ipswich Diamonds is based on the amount of money that can be raised through the summer months, and through training costs. This is done by attending displays and fetes to promote the troupe, and also by our fundraising stall that accompanies us to almost all of our events. Because we are such a small troupe, the costs tend to be high, and hard to fund. We are looking for sponsorship/donations as we are trying to find funding for tracksuits and t-shirts and new uniforms.

We have been proud members of the UKFM (United Kingdom Federation of Majorettes and Baton Twirlers) since 2001 when the troupe first started out. We take part in 2 regional competitions a year, when we compete against the other troupes in the Ipswich/Felixstowe area. We also get the chance to compete at the ‘one off’ competitions that often include routines like aerials and twirl groups. After this, we then take part in the UKFM NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, which takes place around Easter of each year.

The troupe’s proudest moment was when we received the Friendship Trophy in our first year. Each year, troupes are asked to nominate other troupes or members for special awards, the friendship trophy is one of these special awards. Another proud moment was when we won several trophies in the first year that we competed, it had given everyone in the troupe a well deserved confidence boost. And our members have been selected for Colour Guard positions over the years.

Our aim is to bring out the winner in each of our members whilst having fun. The trick is to have enough confidence to go out and compete with your head held high and a smile on your face no matter what is going on.

Win or lose, as long as the Ipswich Diamonds are working together as part of a team, we’re the strongest lot out there.

  • We’re all winners, regardless of whether you have a trophy to prove it or not.

Ipswich Diamonds is the home of Deputy Miss UKFM 2011/12 – Its the second most important award when it comes to our majorette Federation and the Assistant Troupe Leader – Renée Richardson.

  • Anyone aged 3+ can join us.  We have no maximum age.

We meet on Mondays – 5.00pm – 7.00pm at All Hallows Church Hall, Landseer Road, Ipswich and Tuesdays – 6.00pm – 8.00pm at Downing Primary School, 48 Downing Close, Ipswich.  It costs £2.50 per session attended.

For more information Contact Nigel Richardson (Promotions Officer) Tel: 0776 376 5990 or Email: ipswichdiamonds@email.com or visit our website to find out more: http://www.freewebs.com/ipswichdiamonds/

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Ipswich Cycle Speedway Club

The Ipswich Cycle Speedway track is situated at Whitton sports centre, Whitton Church Lane, Ipswich.

Training sessions are held on Monday & Tuesday evenings from 6.45pm to 8.15pm for all ages and abilities, we also have a novice session on Friday’s 7.00pm to 8.00pm.

Children can start at around 5 years old onwards although they do need to be reasonably confident on a cycle. Cycles, helmets and gloves are provided; all riders must have a long sleeve top, long trousers and trainers.

The club offers a “come and try” voucher that gives a rider a chance to attend two sessions FREE OF CHARGE. After 2 sessions there is a small charge of  £1.50 (for non members) for each session.

Cycle Speedway is similar in many ways to motor cycle speedway; four laps of a oval track (three laps if you are under 10) the tracks vary in length from 70 to 100 meters in length.  The bikes themselves have one gear and no brakes and its not just for children, we have a senior section that competes in the British Premier League visiting tracks as far away as Sheffield & Poole and some riders continue to race well into there 50′s.

  • Girl’s also very welcome

Our contact details are Dave Hill (club secretary) phone 0779 601 2827 Email birdman.hill46@googlemail.com or Catherine Hill (membership secretary) phone 0779 917 7487 Email catherine.hill50@ntlworld.com

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 Ipswich JAFFA Running Club

Ipswich JAFFA is a friendly running club (established in 1977) where you will find plenty of members who are very willing to help and advise.

For Juniors: 10 – 16 years and Adults 16+

We meet:  Mondays: 7.00pm – 9.00pm at Northgate Sports Centre, Ipswich (Main club night and junior training),Wednesdays: Adult training. Speed sessions and 10m group runs.  Meet at 7.30pm, Northgate Sports Centre for Winter.  See website for Summer runs. Thursday’s: Circuit Training: 8.00pm – 9.00pm at Chantry Sports Centre & Saturday’s: Christchurch Park sessions, 8.00am – Park Road entrance

  • COST:  New adult members £55 pro rata and juniors £35. Both include club vest and affiliation to England Athletics.

For more information Email: info@ipswichjaffa.org.uk or visit: www.ipswichjaffa.org.uk

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 Ipswich Kickboxing Academy

Martial Arts Academy & Fitness Gym

Classes for all ages and abilities: Kickboxing, M.M.A, Boxing, Ju-Jitsu, Self – Defence, Muay Thai, Cardio Training, Fitness Gym

All lessons taught in a friendly atmosphere :You are more than welcome to drop in and see us at 22 Turret Lane, Ipswich IP4 1DL

GYM OPENING TIMES:  Monday to Thursday 10.00am – 9.30pm : Friday 10.00am to 3.00pm : Saturday 9.30am – 12.00pm

The Academy is in a warehouse situated in the main town area of Ipswich with all the shops and offices nearby.

  • We also have a shop on site where you can purchase all your fighting equipment and clothing for your chosen discipline.
  • There are mens and ladies changing facilities with toilets and showers.

There is car parking and also a NCP pay and display car park 50 metres away. YOU MAY PARK FOR FREE AFTER 6.00PM in the streets nearby.

  • Come in and give us a look, Talk to the instructors about your chosen discipline.
  • All instructors are insured, child safe certificate and C.R.B. Checked.

For more information and prices Tel: 01473 233633 or visit our website: http://ipswichkickboxingacademy.co.uk/

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Ipswich Railway Modellers Association

We meet at 4a Norfolk Road Ipswich at 7.30 every Tuesday where any visitor will be most welcome.

He will be shown around the club layouts, introduced to other members and we have a tea break at 8.30 where all the members meet in the tearoom, drink tea or coffee and chat.

There are club layouts where any member can join and get involved in building and running the layout.

There are layouts that are run privately and subject to invitation new members may join one of these. 

  • We hold open days four times a year and have an annual exhibition in November. 

We are a friendly club and encourage juniors to build their own layout and presently have about 12 juniors and a total membership of around 53 from 12 to over 80 years of age. 

Our web site is www.irma.org.uk

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Ipswich School of Dancing

We are an established Ballroom and Latin American dance school which has been running for over 50 years with an excellent record of achievement. Our school is recognised with the NATD (National Association of Teachers of Dancing), ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) and IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association).

The School is now owned by Rosemary Watson, Jennifer Dix and Susan Matthews. All are qualified and very experienced teachers and former competitors.  We have a beautiful Ballroom located in Ipswich town centre which has a very large sprung floor as well as a licensed bar and surround sound music system.

We teach people of all ages and standards to dance whether they wish to dance socially or competitively. We have a very relaxed and welcoming atmosphere and we are equipped with a large sprung floor.

We run group classes and one to one tuition for all ages and abilities even those of you who tell us you have two left feet! We also hold social events within our school for our members such as Cheese and Wine Social Evenings, Supper Dances, Children’s Discos, Christmas, New Years Eve, Easter parties and much more. Please visit our social events page to find out when our next one is.

For those of you who wish to enter the competitive side of the sport, the Ipswich School of Dancing runs its own dance competitions and exam sessions twice annually. We also enter several national competitions each year including NATD London Area Competitions, Brentwood Stars of the Future, Blackpool Champions of Tomorrow and Blackpool ISTD finals.

Dancing is a fantastic fun way to keep fit. It has been proven to lower blood pressure and reduces cholesterol as well as helping prevent diseases such as Alzheimer’s later on in life so come and join in the fun!

For more information on our classes etc., visit: http://www.getfitgetdancing.org.uk/products.html

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Ipswich Sea Cadets

We meet on Mondays 6.50pm – 9.15pm for Seniors (aged 12-17) and Thursdays: 6.50pm – 9.15pm both Seniors (aged 12-17) and Juniors (aged 10-12)

Sea Cadets are a nationwide voluntary uniformed youth organisation. Most of our activities are based on the traditions and customs of the Royal Navy.

TS Orwell is located on the Wet Dock in Ipswich . We use our boats (power, sailing and rowing) as often as possible on summer parade nights as well as at the weekends.

We offer all sorts of activities; The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and Expedition Training (Camping) in the wilds of Suffolk and surrounding areas, Cook Steward in our galley (kitchen) and ceremonial occasions, including the Remembrance Day parade in Ipswich. Plus lots, lots more!

For more information Tel: 01473 259508  Email: info@tsorwell.co.uk  or visit: www.tsorwell.co.uk

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 Ipswich Silver Spinners

The Ipswich Silver Spinners was the first majorettes troupe to be formed in Ipswich. The troupe has been established since 1982. It is run on a totally voluntary basis and relies on donations from displays for the majority of the equipment costs.

The Silver Spinners are affiliated to the United Kingdom Federation of Majorettes (UKFM), girls and boys take part in winter competitions between September and April. In April the UKFM hold their Nationals at Pontins, Camber Sands.

Throughout the UKFM, girls and boys can be trained in the art of baton twirling etc. There are many grades to be obtained:

Twirling badges: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Supreme One, Supreme, Two, Supreme Three, Supreme Four, Supreme Five and diploma in baton twirling

  • Equipment grades: Pom pom, Ribbon, Wheel, Flag, Mace Once, Mace Two, Mace Major

The troupe works closely with other troupes in the area during the competition season, doing group, trio and duo routines with members from other troupes as well as ones from ours.

During the summer the Ipswich Silver Spinners can be seen throughout the region entertaining the public at Fetes, fundays and carnivals.  It you would like to see the Silver Spinners at your event, please contact us on: fenn@barhamsuf.freeserve.co.uk or via our website (link below).

Sue Jackson is the troupe leader of the Silver Spinners, and is also a senior judge of the UKFM. We also have other UKFM judges and UKFM qualified twirling instructors within the troupe.  We are members of the Child Safe scheme, and the main leaders have been CRB checked to the advanced level. All members of the troupe are also fully covered by insurance whilst at training and out on display.

We are keen to attend fetes, carnivals; fun days throughout the area…let us astonish your crowd. Also recruiting new members from the age of 5…so why not come along and join us.

Training:  Monday – Castle Hill Community Centre, 72 Highfield Rd, Ipswich – 6.30pm to 8.30pm & Wednesday – Willows Primary School, Downing Close, Ipswich, IP2 9ER – 6.00pm to 8.00pm

  • It costs just 50p a week for the first 4 weeks and £3 a week thereafter.

If you wish to join or contact us for more details Email: fenn@barhamsuf.freeserve.co.uk or phone Mandy/ Helen Fenn on: 01473 830666 or Sue Jackson on : 01473 686438 : Our website is: www.silverspinners.webs.com

♥ 2012 is our 30th Anniversary ♥

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Ipswich Volleyball Club

We are a fun, friendly club, which welcomes new members at all times during the season!

  • Volleyball is a great sport to learn, as it can be as casual or as serious as you want!

Play in Christchurch Park or on the beach with us in the summer, or in fun, casual session indoors during the winter or in the big-hitting leagues September-March.

Our monthly social tournament is a great way to get into competitive play without having to travel, and there’s plenty of fun to be had all year.

Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, come and find your place in our club: we can’t wait to meet you!

During the winter season (September-May) we meet at Maidenhall Sports Centre, Maidenhall Approach, Ipswich IP2 8NZ – Wednesdays 8.00pm – 10.00pm (Beginners and Ladies Team) and Thursdays 8.00pm – 10.00pm (Social team and Men’s Team).

  • During the summer, we’re outside on the beach and grass courts! Get in touch to find out where we’ll be next!
  • We have an annual fee or pay as you go – First four sessions free!
  • Anyone can join us from teens to adults.  Just turn up in loose, comfortable clothing, bring some water and have a go!

For more information contact Alan (Chairman) Email: contact@ipswichvc.org.uk Or visit our website: www.ipswichvc.org.uk

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Ipswich & Suffolk Youth Football League

In 1957 (yes fifty-seven!), Mr David Routh and a few friends decided to start up a Football League for boys teams in Ipswich. 

If you have a year or two to spare, I am sure David would be delighted to let you know the history of those early years, but  suffice to say that in 1957, the Ipswich Boys Combination was born. Through the years, a small number of footballers went on  to make a living out of the game and in the late seventies, the League had to fall in line with the FA which sought to ensure that  all youth football be played under their watchful eye. During the eighties more teams came forward until a change of name was felt appropriate. The League became the Ipswich & District Sunday Youth Football League.   

In the late nineties. the League signed up to the introduction by the FA of Mini-Soccer and merged with the Suffolk & Essex  Combination in June 2000, to become the Ipswich & Suffolk Youth League.

Now in its eleventh season, the League set out after the AGM (June 2011) with 15 divisions and 159 teams. And by the way,  David Routh is still involved! Now it is looking to attain FA Charter Standard as a League and would welcome interest from  new clubs for next season by May 2012.

Enquiries to Allan Girot allan.girot@talktalk.net and to access the  league website: www.isyfl.co.uk

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 Just Jay Dance Classes

Here is a list of all Just Jay classes – If you are interested in attending any, please call to confirm:

TUESDAY’S : Venue: Holbrook High School (Peninsular Sports Centre) Ipswich Road, Holbrook, Nr Ipswich IP9 2QX : Ages 6 to 12 years @ 4.45pm – 5.45pm : Adults @ 6.00pm – 7.00pm

WEDNESDAY’S : Venue:  Young Performers, 21 Silent Street, Ipswich IP1 1TF: Just Jay Dance Class, Burlesque Workshop or Just Jay Dance Workout @ 8.00pm – 9.00pm – One week it’s Dance Routine – (Learn an actual dance routine) and the next it’s a Dance Work Out – (Work out to latest tunes to slim down and help with stamina, motivation and exercise) – this system continues week to week – No Experience Necessary – Just come and have some fun whilst keeping fit at the same time!  For ages 15+ £4.00 per session/per person – FREE PARKING

THURSDAY’S : One to one and private room hire.

FRIDAY’S : Venue:   Brandeston Community Centre, Brandeston, Nr Woodbridge Suffolk : Ages 7 to 13 years @ 4.00pm – 5.00pm

SATURDAY’S : Venue:  DanceEast, Jerwood Dance House, Foundry Lane, Ipswich IP4 1DW : Ages 4 – 7 years @ 10.30am – 11.30am : Adults @ 11.30am – 12.45pm : 7 – 12 years @ 1.45pm – 3.00pm

AFTER EASTER * NEW DANCE TERM: For ages 4 – 8 year olds and 9 – 14 year olds: Terms will run 10 weeks at a time on Sunday Mornings/afternoons: I basically teach 10 classes, broken down into 5 sections… 2 hiphop, 2 street dance, 2 musical theatre, 2 creative choreography and then one which is rehearsal and the final one is a mini show to ANY family and friends. The cost is either PAYG at £4 a class OR you pay £35 for 10 weeks (which most parents do to save worrying about paying every week which works out cheaper at £3.50 a class) and would prefer as I secure the dance studio for the 10 weeks and saves me carrying money/change etc. The dance studio is Young Performers, 21 Silent Street, Ipswich (next to job centre) fitted with mirrors, toilets and reception for parents to come and go if they wish. But the times will be 11.00am till 12.00pm (for 4-7) and 12.00pm till 1.00pm (for 8-14.)

For more information/book please Tel: 0754 913 0959 Email: justjaydance@hotmail.com or visit: http://www.justjaydance.co.uk/

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Lait Dance Club Classes

For details on Adult/Child classes held at The Lait Dance Club in Ipswich: Click here

For details on Adult/Child classes held by The Lait Dance Club at various locations: Click here

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 Millennium Martial Arts Boxing

FREE BOXING for age 13-19 years (male & female)

EVERY FRIDAY 4.45pm-5.45pm at Millennium Martial Arts, 223 Foxhall Road, Bridgeworks, Ipswich IP3 8LF

Come along and have some fun, get fit and meet new people of your own age….

  • No Kit or Equipment need

Anyone under 16 must have parental consent before starting

Please ring or email to book your place:

Tel: 01473 270070, Email: info@mmacmartialarts.com or visit our website:  http://www.mmacmartialarts.com/

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Needham Market Phoenix Youth FC

Players needed for 7 aside 2012/2013 season new under 8’s, Current school year 2 (school year 3 from September 2012).

We are looking for boys or girls of any ability who would like to play football.

Training sessions are every Saturday from 09.30-10.30 at Crowley Park Pavilion, Barrett’s Lane, Needham Market.

  • MANAGEMENT TEAM ALSO NEEDED:

If you are interested please call Gavin Griggs (Chairman) on the numbers listed below for further details. Or please feel free to turn up every Saturday. Look forward to seeing you all.

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Nisa Waveney Bait-Tech Juniors

For all junior anglers, male and female between the ages of 8 – 18.

Are you wondering what angling is all about? Or are you interested in advancing your angling skills?

Then come and join us.

We meet at various venues, dates and times – all information can be found on our website under match dates.

Membership is £5.00 per year, plus fees for fishing – never more than £5.00

Our matches/meetings are held outside so please dress according to the weather and we can lend fishing equipment.

For more information contact Terry Reynolds Tel: 0798 546 3142 or 01473 404134, or Bernie Turner Tel: 01473 686151 Email:  terence.reynolds@ntlworld.com Website: http://nisawaveneyjnrs.onesuffolk.net/welcome-to-the-website-of-nisa-waveney-bait-tech-juniors

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Northgate Junior Athletics Club

Northgate Junior Athletics Club @ Northgate Sports Centre offer structured athletics sessions with experienced coaches on a casual booking basis.

There’s no additional cost for i-card holders and pay per visit is £2.50 for 5 – 7 years and £3.75 for 8 – 15 years.

Sessions are Fridays 5.30pm – 7.00pm for 8 – 15 years and Saturdays 10.00am – 11.00am for 5 – 7 years and 11.00am – 12.30pm for 8 – 15 years. 

Visit http://www.ipswich.gov.uk/site/scripts/documents_info.php?documentID=1238&pageNumber=2  for further details.
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Polka-Dot Performing Arts Ltd

Funky-Pop Dance * Street Dance * Drama Workshops * Singing Tuition

HAVE FUN- KEEP FIT- MAKE FRIENDS -BOOST CONFIDENCE

Polka-Dot Performing Arts Ltd. was established in 2004 and has since provided a service that promotes dance, drama & singing activities to children and adults throughout Suffolk. The company itself specialises in running after school clubs, other activities include school holiday workshops, children’s dance parties, private tuition and much more.

The performing arts can provide a wide range of benefits to children; they can help to develop students’ self-confidence and artistic awareness, improve physical fitness and co-ordination as well as developing dance and drama skills. Drama workshops encourage children to work in a team and can be an outlet for self-expression (particularly through role play).  Polka-Dot places a strong emphasis on having fun!

Company Director Kelly Brown has been teaching since 2004 and is much loved by her students. She specialises in dance – specifically Modern, Street and Hip Hop but has recently run workshops on Cheerleading, Ballroom, Tap and Contemporary. As well as running successful dance school, Polka-Dot Performing Arts Ltd. Kelly is also a coach for a local theatre school where she teaches Dance, Drama and Singing to children as young as 3 years. Kelly has also taught for Suffolk County Council as a sport coach and has choreographed for a number of large events in the area.

AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS : Dance, Drama and singing
P.P.A. SESSIONS : Booked in either 6 or 12 week blocks
FULL AND HALF DAY WORKSHOPS : Available as a one off booking or as part of activities week
POLKA-TOTS : Pre school dance sessions
HOLIDAY CAMPS : School holiday day workshops and weekly camps
CHILDREN’S THEMED PARTIES : Many themes to choose from including ‘High School Musical’ and ‘Glee’.
CHOREOGRAPHY : Choreographers available for fashion shows, school performance or professional shows.
PRIVATE TUITION : Latin American, Funky-Pop, Hip Hop and Singing.
SUMMER SCHOOLS : A chance for 5 – 16 year olds to experience a week of drama, dance and singing workshops with a showcase at the end of the week.

If you require further information or would like to discuss your requirements please contact Kelly Tel: 07786 796555 Email: info@polkadotperformingartsltd.co.uk or visit the website: http://www.polka-dotperformingarts.co.uk/

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 Punch Studios Rock School 2012

Ipswich’s longest running week long Rock School!

Open to everyone! Regardless of experience, instrument or equipment, if you’re aged 10-18 then get involved.  

Form or join a band! It doesn’t matter if you have only just picked up your instrument or if you don’t have a band…. meet new people and form a band at the Rock School!

Compose! Find that killer riff, write that unforgettable hook, create that incredible song ready to unleash on a new audience.

Rehearse! Use the Punch Studios rehearsal rooms plus the ALL NEW JamHub rooms to hone your sounds and perfect your tunes ready for the next stage.

Record! Say no to red light fever………record your songs in a professional recording studio!

Gig! Put your songs to the ultimate test……..the public!  On the final day perform your songs to friends, family and the general public at a local music venue.

Where? All courses are run from Punch Studios in Ipswich, directions upon request.

When? April 2nd – 6th, June 4th – 8th, August 20th -24th, October 29th – 2nd November

How Much? £150 for 5 days

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Sproughton Tennis Club

We were formed in 1962 and now have 3 hard courts with 2 that are floodlit.

Despite being a small village club we have produced James Trotman, the former junior Wimbledon and junior Australia doubles champion and also boast Joan Hassell, a GB international for her age group within our ranks.

We have 5 teams playing in the Ipswich summer league and also 5 teams in the winter floodlit league.

  • We cater for all ages

Two Junior Tennis Sessions:  Session 1 – ages 5 – 11 year olds: Meeting Thursdays at 3.50pm – 4.50pm  Session 2: – ages 11 – 18 year olds: Meeting Thursdays 4.50pm – 5.50pm

Adults:  Mondays and Wednesdays (Summer), Thursdays (Winter) at 7.00pm

  • We meet at Sproughton playing field, Church Lane, Sproughton, Nr Ipswich IP8 3AX

Membership:  Adult membership £60 a year Junior membership £33 a year – including all coaching.

Special offer 2012 – all brand new members half price membership!

  • No restrictions on coloured clothing
  • We are always looking for new members. 

We have lots of teams both adult and junior and also provide junior coaching on Thursday afternoons throughout the summer term.

For more information please contact: John Tallent, 46 Eustace Road, Ipswich IP1 5BT Tel: 01473 402307 or Email: john.tallent@ntlworld.com or visit our club website: www.sproughtontennis.co.uk

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Stagecoach Ipswich

Looking for singing lessons, drama schools or dance classes in Ipswich and the surrounding area?

Do you want to build your child’s confidence, or for him or her to learn in an environment that is supportive, friendly and fun?

Our school teaches drama, dance and singing to two hundred happy students.

We build confidence in those who need it, and we stage performances in a variety of locations from school to field, to town centre to local and national theatres.

If your child has shown an interest in performing, they will benefit from our three-hour session combining an hour each of singing, dance and drama.

Stagecoach Ipswich has four busy schools for the 6-18 year olds and 3 for the 4-6 year olds running at Clifford Road school. 80% of new students at Stagecoach Ipswich join us through recommendation by existing members of our school. Our drama, dance and singing lessons are confidence-building, informative, and fun! Why not call us now to find out more about our ethos, or to book a trial for someone you know who loves to perform?

Our schools have been consistently praised, and we believe in providing a supportive and encouraging framework for our children.

We are all here to help not just those who are starstruck, but also those who need a boost to their self-confidence or self-esteem. Our singing, dance and drama teachers are all experts in their fields but also teach in a way designed to foster creativity and make each child proud of his or her individuality and achievements. They will enjoy individual successes in a variety of different situations exploring their creativity through dance, drama and singing.

For more information contact – Principal: Sarah Corbett Tel: 01728 688627 or visit our website: www.stagecoach.co.uk/ipswich

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Starz Performing Arts Academy

We are a family run performing arts group, offering training for dance, singing and acting in fun and friendly classes.

We put on shows throughout the year and perform at various fêtes and fun days etc.

We aim to be a place where “Every Star has the chance to shine” and by keeping costs to a minimum we hope to make performing arts accessible to everyone.

Starz Performing Arts Academy is open to Boys and Girls aged 5 – 15 years old, all levels and abilities welcome.

Its a fantastic £6.00 per person per 2 hour session!

Here at Starz Performing Arts Academy we give you the opportunity to show your talent to sing, dance and act!. Its great fun here everyone is friendly and we strive to make everyone welcome!

We meet every Saturday morning 9.00am – 11.00am at The Willows Primary School, Downing Close, Ipswich IP2 9ER

For more information and to enrol, please Contact Aimee Morris-Sanders Tel: 07793 744536 or Email: starzacademy@hotmail.co.uk

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Street Jazz Classes

Every Wednesday in term time at Whitton United Football Club, Ipswich

5.00pm – 5.45pm elementary level ages 6 – 11approx depending on ability

5.45pm – 6.30pm ages 11 onwards
Perform routines at various fetes, events in the summer

  • £2.50 a class

Contact Ali on acaralocklogan@yahoo.co.uk

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Suffolk Orienteering Club (SUFFOC)

Suffolk Orienteering Club (SUFFOC) was founded in 1972, when it staged its first event in Rendlesham Forest. The membership is drawn primarily from Suffolk.  If you want to join us you are welcome – residency is no barrier to membership.

We cater for any ages between 7 – 85.  Our club nights are the first and third Thursdays of every month from 7.00pm to 8.30pm and we meet at Hartismere High School, Eye.

Events are in East Anglia most Sundays from 10.00am  (see our website for more specific information).

Costs: Club night is £2.50 per session or £15.00 a term.  Sunday events are normally £7.00 adult and £2.00 junior.

Type of clothing required:  Anything that you would be happy to run in although long trousers are essential.  Compass can be useful, other equipment provided

For more information:

Club night contact Simon Hooton Email:  s.hooton@phonecoop.coop General info and about Sunday events Email: Clive Wilkinson clive.sally@btinternet.com or visit our website: www.suffoc.co.uk

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Tennis in Christchurch Park

Tennis in the Park is a venture organised by Team Ipswich and Ipswich Sports Club.  Tennis in the Park is open to everyone and all ages are welcome.

This exciting partnership will use the tennis courts in Christchurch Park to deliver a tennis programme catering for all skills and ages. Please sign up to our free coaching programmes, all equipment provided!

Professional tennis coaches, from Ipswich Sports Club, will stage regular fun activities together with scheduled coaching sessions for all the family throughout the year.

The new courts in Christchurch Park are now open and the FREE sessions are Saturdays at 1.00pm and Sundays at 10.00am (£5.00) for two hours

It is important to register on our website to play tennis in the park to ensure your place is booked for you.

DAYS AND TIMES:

SATURDAYS:

  • 1.00pm – 3.00pm – under 10s with parents encouraged to stay – FREE
  • 2.00pm – 3.00pm – over 10s and adults together – family orientated session – FREE
  • To book these sessions & reserve your place please Email: coaching@ipswichparktennis.co.uk
  • All equipment, rackets, balls will be provided.  Please wear trainers during the sessions.

TUESDAYS:

  • 4.00pm – 5.00pm: Under 10s – £3.00
  • 5.00pm – 6.00pm: 10-18 year olds – £3.00

SUNDAYS:

  • 10.00am – 12.00noon Under 10s – £3.00 1 hour, £5.00 2 hours
  • 10.00am – 12.00noon 10-18 years olds – £3.00 1 hour, £5.00 2 hours
  • 10.00am – 12.00noon: Adults £3.00 1 hour, £5.00 2 hours
  • £3.00 per session – maximum of 16, minimum of 5 for session to run.

To book these sessions & reserve your place please Email: coaching@ipswichparktennis.co.uk

For more information visit our website: http://www.ipswichparktennis.co.uk/Or call Paul Sheldrake on 07860241144

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 The Charioteers Wheelchair Football Club & Charity

We are a charity and a charter standard club.

To join our club you must be a manual or power wheelchair user. 

The sport is a Power Chair sport but can be played in Manual too.

You can find our meetings etc., on our website:  First meeting is free, then it’s £2.00 a game and £15.00 membership per year.

There are no age limits to join our club.

For more information about us visit out website: www.icwfc.co.uk

If you have any questions please contact our Club Secretary: Claire Tel: 0778 606 2656 or Email: ipswich.charioteers@hotmail.co.uk

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The Ipswich Youth Steel Band

The Ipswich Youth Steel band is a project designed to get young people involved in learning about traditional music from the Caribbean. Trevor Jones was asked to form the band which was completed successfully in 2005 and has been growing strong ever since.

The Students are all taught to read simplified music score for pans and have a broad repertoire of music ranging from calypso, soca, and popular culture favourites.

The band is made up of 9-19 year olds and currently has 12 members. Trevor Jones is the band leader while his son Ashton Jones is the band musical arranger.

The band rehearses every week, and performs locally for fetes, parties and fundraising events.

The band have also performed for BBC Radio Suffolk, Town 102, BBC Look East, Children in need and the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce

For more information visit our website: www.ipswichyouthsteelband.co.uk where you can contact us via Email.  You can see us in action on You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/user/IYSB1

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The Matthew Project

New drug and alcohol service for young people under 18 across Suffolk.

The Matthew Project has been commissioned by Suffolk Drug and Alcohol Action Team to deliver a new specialist substance misuse service for young people under 18 across the county of Suffolk.

We provide advice, support and treatment for young people as well as supporting parents, carers and professionals who work with young people.

The service will provide a wide range of interventions and support including:

One to one support and psychosocial interventions for young people

Group work sessions with targeted groups e.g. Looked After Children

Comprehensive assessments and treatment including, but not limited to, prescribing

Support for professionals working with young people e.g. school teachers

Support for parents and carers including regular awareness sessions

A single point of contact for young people, parents, carers and professionals needing advice or support about drugs and alcohol (24 hour telephone helpline support and email and text support during office hours)

Outreach across the county

Under18 Suffolk – one specialist drug and alcohol service for young people in Suffolk

For more information: Email: U18suffolk@matthewproject.org  Web: http://www.matthewproject.org/  Office Tel: 01473 230299 Office Fax: 01473 230310

Address: Under18 Suffolk, The Matthew Project @ 4YP, 14 Lower Brook Street, Ipswich, IP4 1AP-  24/7 Helpline: 0808 800 0003

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Thinkuknow website

Come in to find the latest information on the sites you like to visit, mobiles and new technology

Click on our logo to visit out website.

Find out what’s good, what’s not and what you can do about it.

If you look after young people there’s an area for you too – with resources you can use in the classroom, at home or just to get with it.

Most importantly, there’s also a place which anyone can use to report if they feel uncomfortable or worried about someone they are chatting to online.

All the information here is brought to you by the team at the Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Centre

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Trampolining at Ipswich Sports Centres

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, by phone or at a centre.

Please call the centre for dates, times and prices:

  • Gainsborough Sports Centre: 01473 433644
  • Maidenhall Sports Centre: 01473 433622
  • Northgate Sports Centre: 01473 433611
  • Whitton Sports Centre: 01473 433633

Please note that elbows must be covered and socks worn for all trampolining sessions. No jeans allowed as these are restrictive and girls really shouldn’t wear skirts as they will be jumping around.

There are also Trampolining sessions during school holidays – we can send you information about these via email – simply register on our free database

For more information visit/to book: Tel:  01473 433633 http://www.teamipswich.com/activities/junior_activities/trampolining

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Witnesham Wasps Football Club

Witnesham Wasps Football Club is based in Witnesham, Nr Ipswich, Suffolk and was founded in 1995.

It now comprises over 300 members – with 12 boys teams represented in the South Suffolk Youth League from Under 7s to Under 16s,  five successful girls teams in the Suffolk Girls League, a ladies and two men’s sides competing in the Suffolk & Ipswich League.

The football club is proud to be FA Chartered registered since 2003 and are very active in the local community.

If you wish to play, assist in the running of the club or sponsor us then please get in touch via our website: http://wasps.intheteam.com

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Young Suffolk

Young Suffolk is a registered charity supporting children and young people’s clubs and organisations (from the voluntary and community sector) across Ipswich and Suffolk.

We do this by providing help and support to our members (it costs £30 a year for a club to join us).

We can help in many ways such as by keeping clubs up to date with current legislation and helping them with their policies and procedures (vital for ensuring children and staff are safe).

We can offer FREE training to member organisation’s staff and volunteers and we try to help groups to access funding and get equipment they need and much more.

Our website is at www.youngsuffolk.co.uk

To find out more contact Alison Archbold, Communications Manager: Tel: 01473 474187 or Email: youngsuffolk@suffolkonline.net

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