Regular Events
Monday
UMC ONLINE Youth Club
an inclusive online youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 plus .
6pm training opportunities for those age 16plus
Training available to include Mental Health Awareness, First Aid Awareness, Safeguarding, ASDAN
For more information telephone 01245 264783 or go to www.essexboysandgirlsclubs.org
Ab Phab Youth Club 6.30pm – 8.30pm
The Vibe Youth Centre, 195 – 211 Becontree Avenue, RM8 2UT
Ages 11 to 17 £3.00 pp
Inclusive youth club offering a safe social space for young people. Activities range from cooking, IT/ interactive games, sports and exercise to gardening. We also offer trips and a residential each summer.
For more information email [email protected] or call: 0208 227 2110
New for 2021
Rock up 6.30pm
SEND/Autism friendly rock climbing sessions available
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Quieter and calmer sessions
Over 70 different challenges to try, suited to all abilities from novice to expert
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Sessions available for 4 years +
Book online and save £1 –https://www.rock-up.co.uk/lakeside/activities/climbing/product/autism-and-sen-friendly-session—child-or-adult/246
Tuesday
New for 2021
Disabled Swimming 12.05pm to 1pm all ages and abilities
Teaching pool, Hornchurch Sports Centre Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch RM11 1JU
changing bed and hoist. Mobile hoist into pool.
£3.50 juniors, adults £4.50 disabled swimmers free in school holidays, carers free
booking essential via the everyone active APP or online at www.everyoneactive.com, 01708 454135
SEND Cheerleading 4.30pm – 5.15pm
Havering Gymnastics Centre, Bower Park School, Havering Road, Romford, RM1 4YY
Age 8 to 18 Class led by an occupational Therapist and the coaching team
To register for a taster session and for more information contact [email protected] or 07833925778
UMC PHAB ONLINE YOUTH CLUB 5PM
An inclusive youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 and over
Socialize with other young people, play games, quizzes and more
2021 Ab Phab Youth Club 6.30pm – 8.30pm
The Vibe Youth Centre, 195 – 211 Becontree Avenue, RM8 2UT
Ages 11 to 17 £3.00 pp
Inclusive youth club focusing on life skills in a fun setting. Varied activities. We also offer trips and a residential each summer.
For more information email [email protected] or call: 0208 227 2110
Revellers Youth Club Junior (Havering Youth Service 7PM TO 9PM
Myplace 343 Dagenham Park Drive Harold Hill
Age 11 to 16 with SEND
For more information and availability of places email [email protected] or click here
Wednesday
New for 2021 Rock up 11.30am
SEND/Autism friendly rock climbing sessions available
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Quieter and calmer sessions
Over 70 different challenges to try, suited to all abilities from novice to expert
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Sessions available for 4 years +
Book online and save £1 –https://www.rock-up.co.uk/lakeside/activities/climbing/product/autism-and-sen-friendly-session—child-or-adult/246
New for 2021 Sport for Confidence – Boccia 12.10 to 1.10pm and Dance 1.30 to 2.30pm
Harrow Lodge Lesuire Cenrte Hoernchurch RM11 1JU studio 2
For all abilities age 16+ £3.00 per person Carers free
Booking essential in advance by contacting Vera Loughnane 07593 555708 or email [email protected]
New for 2021
Sport for Confidence Swimming 1.05pm to 2pm all ages and abilities
Harrow Lodge Leisure Centre, Hornchurch RM11 1JU
Age 16+ £3.00 per session carers free.
Please book via everyone active app for swimming, for multi sports contact Vera Loughnane 07593 555708
email [email protected]
Habbit Factory 5pm – 7.30pm
My Place, 343 Dagnam Park Drive Harold Hill, RM3 9EN
Theatre workshop and performance opportunities for 7 to 17 year olds
Juniors age 6 to 10 5pm to 6.15, seniors age 11 to 17 6.15pm to 7.30pm
Fully inclusive £2.00 per session
SEN Disco 6.30pm – 8.30pm
First Wednesday of every month
Zinc Arts, High Street, Chipping Ongar, Essex CM5 0AD
Age 14+ £5.00 entry, snacks and refreshments available to purchase
For more information email [email protected], call 01277 365 626 or visit www.zincarts.org.uk
Partyman World of Play SEN Sessions 2019
First Wednesday of every month 6pm – 8pm
Lakeside, Unit 9 The Boardwalk, West Thurrock Grays, Essex, RM20 2ZP
Partyman World of Play are proud to offer complimentary morning and evening sessions dedicated to children & young adults with special needs where we close the entire venue just for you!
Guests with SEN or disabled guests are also entitled to one free helper/carer during each admission. The primary helper must be a adult and able to take primary responsibility during emergencies and decision making.
All guests who would like to attend one of our sessions or would like to visit the centre at the special admission prices will need to present a DLA/PIP letter at reception. Admission price £5.00
Wednesday evening
Ab Phab Youth Club 6.30pm – 8.30pm
The Vibe Youth Centre, 195 – 211 Becontree Avenue, RM8 2UT
Ages 18 – 25 £3.00 pp
Inclusive youth club focusing on employability and life skills. Varied activities. We also offer trips and a residential each summer.
For more information email [email protected] or call: 0208 227 2110
Monkey Madness Special Needs Evening
Second Wednesday of every month 6pm – 8pm
Miles Gray Road, Basildon, SS14 3GN
An evening for Special Needs Children and their family & friends.
Now with newly refurbished wheelchair accessible baby/sensory zone with bubble tubes and fibre optic light tunnel.
For more information call 01268 288211
Freedom Nightclub Special Needs Disco (adults only)
Last Wednesday of every month from 7pm until 11pm
Freedom offers a safe environment for adults over 18 years old to enjoy a night out. Run by staff and volunteers from our Peppercorns day service, this monthly event takes place at a nightclub in Dartford.
£5 entry carers/helpers: £1
For more information click here
Thursday
UMC ONLINE YOUTH CLUB
8AM BEGINNERS YOGA SESSION (socials)
5PM YOUTH CLUB
Socialize with other young people, play games, quizzes and more
An inclusive youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 and over
For more information phone 01245 264783 email jamied@essexboysand girlsclubs.org www.essexboysandgirlsclubs.org
Parent Support Group Sessions 12-1.30pm (alternate Thursdays) TERM TIME Next Meeting 26th March 2020
Parents and Supporting Hands is a free parent-led support group, held in Hornchurch bringing together parents and carers of children to learn from each other and outside experts about how to create positive change within the family.
The fortnightly group meetings will be a mixed of facilitated group discussions and less structured time for more 1:1 and small group chats
For more details please contact You and Me Counselling on 01708 477663 or email [email protected]
New for 2021
West Ham United Premier League Disability KICKS 5pm to 6pm
Brittons Academy Ford Lane Rainham RM13 7BB
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Funky Fitness for Adults Only with SEND 6pm – 7pm
Apogee Studios, Avenue Industrial Estate 17 Southend Arterial Estate, Romford RM3 0BY
£5.00 per session or book monthly and save 20%
For more information contact [email protected] or Chloe/Bianca 07487 755315
Revellers Youth Club Senior (Havering Youth Service) 7pm -9pm on zoom
For young people aged 16 to 25 with additional needs offering a range of games and discussion
For more information and availability of places email [email protected] or click here
2021 Jump Evolution Support Sessions 7pm to 8pm
Spilsby Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Rm3 8SB
The dedicated Support Sessions are solely for children with additional needs and their families. The following have been added:
➜ Quiet/Sensory room
➜ Changing facilities
➜ Wheelchair ramps
➜ PEC ‘stop and go’ signs
➜ No music
➜ Hand dryers turned off
➜ Fast tracked into the park
➜ Concessionary rates
Parents can come and meet other parents and enjoy a wide variety of food and drink in the café.
Support session charges and times: £8 = 1.5 hours plus socks at £2 which are then yours to keep and re-use
No booking necessary – just pop along and join in
Friday
New for 2021 Para Sports
Join our fantastic coach Sheila for our fun weekly Para Active sessions!
5pm
For S.E.N.D Ages +5 (PARENTS MUST STAY and be ready to join in the fun)
FREE
Hornchurch Athletics Stadium
Join the Para Active Family in a variety of different physical activities and sport to improve your sporting skills.
Please register HERE
UMC ONLINE YOUTH CLUB An inclusive youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 and over
4PM Youth training age 13 plus
Training available to include Mental Health Awareness, First Aid Awareness, Safeguarding, ASDAN
For more information phone 01245 264783 email jamied@essexboysand girlsclubs.org www.essexboysandgirlsclubs.org
New for 2021 Disabled Swimming 1.05 pm – 2pm
Harrow Lodge Leisure Centre, Hornchurch RM11 1JU
Please be aware you may be asked for proof of disability/and or carer concessions
£3.50 junior, adults £4.50, carers free, swimmers free in school holidays
booking essential via the everyone active APP or online at www.everyoneactive.com, 01708 454135
360 Play Special Needs Evening
First Friday of each month 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Festival Leisure Park, Festival Way, Basildon SS14 3WB
£6.00 per child, adults free
Anyone attending the evening who is not already a 360 member will receive free registration for their family. A safe secure environment with friendly, experienced staff.
Our special needs evenings are aimed at local families with children and adults with special needs. Brothers, sisters and friends are all welcome to join in the fun after hours with the freedom and comfort of knowing that the time is suited to them.
Saturday
Makaton Song and Sign Group 11am to 12noon via zoom
£1.50 per session or £5.00 per month
To join please email [email protected]
ALL WELCOME
UMC ONLINE YOUTH CLUB An inclusive youth club for disabled and non disabled young people age 8 and over
Get Creative Drawing, decorations, origami etc
For more information phone 01245 264783 email jamied@essexboysand girlsclubs.org www.essexboysandgirlsclubs.org
Mighty Mega Club Term time only 10am – 12pm
Discover Storey Centre
383-387 High Street, Stratford, London E15 4QZ
A free club for disabled children and their families age 5-11
Sessions can be booked up to 7 days in advance
020 8536 5555
[email protected]
Autism Sing-along/Fun Club Every other Saturday 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Harold Hill Library.
Live Music, Sensory Equipment, Light Refreshments,
Age up to 10 years, Free Entry
For more information call Claire 07792 665698, Harold Hill Library 01708 434973
Swimming Sessions 1.30pm – 2.30pm term time only
Corbets Tey School, Harwood Hall Lane, Upminster, Essex, RM14 2YQ
For adults and young people with learning & physical disabilities aged 16+
To find out more contact Vivien Maxey via email [email protected] or telephone 01708 225888.
To register please complete the registration form here and return to the email above.
Sunday
Jump Evolution Support Sessions 8.30am – 10am every Sunday
Wednesdays 8.30am to 10am in school holidays only
Spilsby Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Rm3 8SB
The dedicated Support Sessions are solely for children with additional needs and their families. The following have been added:
➜ Quiet/Sensory room
➜ Changing facilities
➜ Wheelchair ramps
➜ PEC ‘stop and go’ signs
➜ No music
➜ Hand dryers turned off
➜ Fast tracked into the park
➜ Concessionary rates
Parents can come and meet other parents and enjoy a wide variety of food and drink in the café.
Support session charges and times: £8 = 1.5 hours plus socks at £2 which are then yours to keep and re-use
No booking necessary – just pop along and join in
TEAM GYM Sports, games, and gym fitness sessions 10.45 to 12.45pm
SEND young people aged 13 to 25
£5.00 per session Hornchurch Leisure Centre
For more details text or phone Sue 07813397034
suitable for all levels of ability and fitness but must be willing to take part in activities and exercise
New for 2021
Disabled Swimming 2.30pm to 3.30pm
Sapphire Ice and Leisure Centre, 24 Western Road, Romford, RM1 3JT
For people of all ages with a disability. Carers free, £3.50 per person for children and concessions (under 8 swim for free) £4.50 adults, max of two children aged under 8 per adult.
Pool pod available for access to main and teaching pool, Changing Places with hoist and changing bed.
Please be aware you may be asked for proof of disability/and or carer concessions
For more information call 01708 206892 book via the everyone active app or www.everyone active.com
S.E.N.STATION From Sunday 11th November and then every 3rd week 8.30am – 10am
Fairlop Waters Country Park, Forest Road, Ilford, IG6 3HN
Discounted play session for SEND families at Owls Play Centre
First child £4.50, Siblings £1.50
Partyman World of Play 9am – 10am.
SEN Sessions 2019
29th September, 20th October*, 24th November, 15th December*
Lakeside, Unit 9 The Boardwalk, West Thurrock Grays, Essex, RM20 2ZP
Partyman World of Play are proud to offer complimentary morning and evening sessions dedicated to children & young adults with special needs where we close the entire venue just for you!
Guests with SEN or disabled guests are also entitled to one free helper/carer during each admission. The primary helper must be a adult and able to take primary responsibility during emergencies and decision making.
All guests who would like to attend one of our sessions or would like to visit the centre at the special admission prices will need to present a DLA/PIP letter at reception.
*Seasonal themed events
Tea Tots 10am – 12pm Last Sunday of every month
Mercury Mall Romford, RM1 3EE
SEND & Siblings only session
Swim & Gym (Havering Youth Service) send youth club 10.30am to 12.30pm on zoom
Keep fit and games for young people with additional needs
For aged 13 to 25 £5.00
For more information and availability of places please contact [email protected] or click here
Weekends, Bank and School Holidays
Positive Parents Bike Hire Scheme
10.30 – 4pm (last hire 3-3.30). Weekends, school and public holidays until the end of October
Thames Chase Forest Centre, Pike Lane, Upminster
£4.00 per bike for 30 minutes, £6.00 for 1 hour
There is no need to book just visit the bike hut to choose your bike and fill in the hire form. Take this to the visitor centre to pay. You will need to leave your car keys as a deposit.
In order to make things easier, it is now possible to purchase a passport in advance for 6 sessions this will save you having to fill in a form each time.
Kidspace Romford 9am – 10am
The Brewery, Waterloo Road, Romford RM1 1AU
Now offering discounted entry every weekend, Saturdays and Sundays for disabled children
You need to produce your childs DLA/PIP award notice or a letter from a medical professional at reception and your child can enter for £4.00 siblings £6.00 2 carers can go in for free