Holborn Community Association

Community organisation that runs 3 community centres. Services include sports facilities for children,  Resource centre and activities for older people, Under 5's activities. Arts activities for children, Holborn Community Cooks, Meeting space for local organisations.

Thank you for booking. Your child's place in this class is confirmed and we look forward to welcoming them to Holborn House. Keep up to date by signing up to HCA's newsletter <a href="https://app.plinth.org.uk/www.holborncommunity.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> and follow us on social media.

Holborn Gymnastics Club have provided classes in Holborn since 1989.&nbsp;We provide recreational classes on Mondays, Tuesdays &amp; Saturdays for children (term-time). Our classes are divided according to age groups to develop the foundational skills of gymnastics. Sessions are planned to ensure all gymnasts are stimulated and challenged mentally and physically, actively developing their skills. Bookings are for the whole term (from September until December). PERFECT FORChildren 18 months to 3 years ACCESSSeating availableAdaptive teachingFully accessible facility

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Bursary rate 

Holborn House 

Thank you for booking, one of our team members will be in touch with further information.

A weekly art group for unpaid carers. Explore your artistic side with artist Shelly Wain, using a variety of creative mediums. Try your hand at block-printing, pressed flower art, natural dyes and more! Booking guarantees you a place on the full 11-week project which runs 25th September - 11th December (no session 30th October as half term) PERFECT FORAdults ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

1A Roseberry Avenue

Holborn Gymnastics Club have provided classes in Holborn since 1989.&nbsp;We provide recreational classes on Mondays, Tuesdays &amp; Saturdays for children (term-time). Our classes are divided according to age groups to develop the foundational skills of gymnastics. Sessions are planned to ensure all gymnasts are stimulated and challenged mentally and physically, actively developing their skills. Bookings are for the whole term (from September until December). Please note that before your child/ren attends their first session in September, that you will be required to join/renew your British Gymnastics membership (£24). We will send more information about this process in due course. PERFECT FORChildren 9+ years ACCESSSeating availableAdaptive teachingFully accessible facility

Holborn Gymnastics Club have provided classes in Holborn since 1989.&nbsp;We provide recreational classes on Mondays, Tuesdays &amp; Saturdays for children (term-time). Our classes are divided according to age groups to develop the foundational skills of gymnastics. Sessions are planned to ensure all gymnasts are stimulated and challenged mentally and physically, actively developing their skills. Bookings are for the whole term (from September until December). ACCESSSeating availableAdaptive teachingFully accessible facility These sessions are invite only

Does your child love to move? Inspire their creativity with this 5 week project, led by a professional dance artist from The Place. Each session has fun warm-up exercises and creative tasks to develop their coordination, imagination and self-expression.&nbsp; This project is delivered in partnership with The Place at a reduced rate of £20 per child for the whole 5 week project (£4 per session) Perfect for: Children aged 4-6 years who love to move - no previous dance experience necessary. ACCESSSeating availableAdaptive teachingFully accessible facility

Creative Dance with The Place (4-6 years)

Does your child love to move? Inspire their creativity with this 5 week project, led by a professional dance artist from The Place. Each session has fun warm-up exercises and creative tasks to develop their coordination, imagination and self-expression.&nbsp; This project is delivered in partnership with The Place at a reduced rate of £20 per child for the whole 5 week project (£4 per session). Perfect for: Children aged 7-11 years who love to move - no previous dance experience necessary.&nbsp; ACCESSSeating availableAdaptive teachingFully accessible facility

Creative Dance with The Place (7-11 years)

Thank you for registering your interest a member of the team will be in touch soon.

Are you a camden resident? Are you looking to connect with others in the local community? Holborn Community Association is partnering with Thenga Cafe on a series of Saturday Socials for local community members. Join us on the first weekend of every month for a free fun filled creative workshop followed by a free lunch. Learn skills from professional artists, meet new people and have fun. PERFECT FORAdults ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessible

Thenga Cafe

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Join us on the first Sunday of every month at Millman Street for a free fun filled creative workshop followed by a free lunch. Learn skills from professional artists, meet new people and have fun. Book online or contact Sudiksha for more details. sudiksha@holborncommunity.co.uk02074052370 PERFECT FOROlder Adults ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessible

Millman Street

Come along and learn the techniques of drama and movement in this class. Led by Camden Adult Learning instructors. PERFECT FOROlder Adults ACCESSAssistance animals welcomeSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

We provide day care for older adults 5 days a week at our Millman Street Centre. The centre is fully accessible and we provide care for people living with a range of conditions. PERFECT FOROlder Adults ACCESSAssistance animals welcomeSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Women’s Creative Movement with Amina Khayyam Dance Company Join professional dance artists from Amina Khayyam Dance Company for this special, women-only creative movement project. Drawing on Kathak dance, these sessions aim to support creative self-expression. About Amina Khayyam Dance Company: A critically acclaimed, award-winning touring company, the Amina Khayyam Dance Company makes touring work using Kathak as the core narrative. It works in collaboration with those who are culturally least engaged, economically challenged and societally disenfranchised – with a focus on the marginalised female voice, the company adds theatre, live art, and technology, striving to make relevant, engaging work through a process of collaboration, participation, and opportunities for creative and cultural expression- shaping a process that empowers women creatively as stakeholders. Since its formation in 2013 has made 15 pieces of work, performed over 160 shows in over 40 venues (including outdoors), digital platforms, nationally and internationally.

Thank you for booking onto this project. One of the team will contact you with further information.

Explore block printing on textiles in a friendly support group facilitated by Linda Markey from Camden Adult Learning. Workshops are designed to support older adults with higher levels of dementia needs. Booking guarentees you a place for the full-term project which runs 13th September - 6th December (no session 1st November as half-term) PERFECT FOROlder Adults ACCESSAssistance animals welcomeSeating availableWheelchair accessible

Please note, Pilates 55+ takes place at Nuffiled Health, Covent Garden

Online bookings via HCA will close at 12 noon the day before. When online bookings have closed, HCA members may drop in on the day and remaining places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.&nbsp; Pilates 55+ at Nuffield Health, Covent Garden&nbsp;Pilates helps to reshape your body and improve your posture, achieving the perfect balance between strength and flexibility.Pilates can help relieve unwanted stress and tension. Its slow, controlled approach means that it gives much longer-term results and it is especially recommended by medical specialists for those with back problems. Pilates classes at Nuffield Health are all about:<ul><li>Muscle recruitment patterns</li><li>Correcting common muscle imbalances</li><li>Restoring alignment and natural movement</li></ul>

Nuffield Health Covent Garden

Thank you for booking. You will be contacted by one of our team members with further information.

Come and join Artist Linda Markey from Camden Adult Learning to learn techniques in block printing on textiles. We will use differnet methods of printing on paper and fabrics, and look at how artists, designers and cultures have used blockprinting. We will make our own fabric designs and use them for personal projects such as teatowels, bags and panels. This course is free with materials provided. Beginners welcome! Booking below entitles you to a place for the full project which runs 5th September - 5th December (no session 31st October as half-term) PERFECT FORAdults ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Thanks for registering your interest for HCA's AquaFit 55+ at Nuffield Health, Bloomsbury. There are currently no spaces available for this class. You have been added to the waiting list and will be contacted if a space becomes available. Please be aware this class is very popular and has a long waiting list. You might like to consider booking for AquaFit 18+ (Fridays, 3-4pm) instead - details can be found on HCA's website in the activities listed for 'Adults'.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS CLASS IS FULL* AquaFit 55+ is suitable for almost anyone. You don’t have to be super fit or flexible, or even have to be a good swimmer, just as long as you’re happy to be in the water.&nbsp;Great for people returning to exercise for the first time in a while, those carrying injuries or with long term health conditions that affect the joints and movement. Towels are available on site or you can bring your own. PERFECT FOROver 55s

This Stretching &amp; Relaxation class takes place at Nuffield Health, Covent Garden. Please sign in at reception upon arrival.

Online bookings via HCA will close at 12 noon the day before. When online bookings have closed, HCA members may drop in on the day and remaining places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.&nbsp; Stretching &amp; Relaxation 55+ at Nuffield Health, Covent Garden Gentle, controlled stretching and toning exercises especially for people aged 55 plus. This class will support you to increase and maintain mobility and flexibility, and relieve unwanted stress and tension. PERFECT FORAdults aged 55+ ACCESSThe studio is accessed via a staircase. There is currently no lift access to the studio.

Stretching & Relaxation (55+) with Nuffield Health

Holborn Gymnastics Club have provided classes in Holborn since 1989.&nbsp;We provide recreational classes on Mondays, Tuesdays &amp; Saturdays for children (term-time). Our classes are divided according to age groups to develop the foundational skills of gymnastics. Sessions are planned to ensure all gymnasts are stimulated and challenged mentally and physically, actively developing their skills. Bookings are for the whole term (from September until December). Please note that before your child/ren attends their first session in September, that you will be required to join/renew your British Gymnastics membership (£24). We will send more information about this process in due course. PERFECT FORChildren 6-8 years ACCESSSeating availableAdaptive teachingFully accessible facility

Thanks for booking. A member of the team will be in contact with you with more information.

Come along, explore your imagination and play with clay!Supported by an experienced potter, young people are encouraged to explore their creativity, whilst learning basic ceramic techniques and creating their own work. Cost:Full rate: £8 per session Conc: £5 per session Booking reserves your place for a a half term project running weekly 16th September - 21st October. Please enquire for further details.To book, email: 1aarts@holborncommunity.co.ukor call 02074052370 (option 3) PERFECT FORYoung people aged 12-18 ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Bursary rate

Thanks for booking for Dance For Joy. We look forward to welcoming you to HCA's Millman Street Centre.

Movement to music for strength, mobility and fun. Each week you'll learn short exercises and dances, exploring the best bits from fantastic styles such as disco, jazz, latin and more. This class is beginner friendly&nbsp;and inclusive. Variations and seated options will be given. Expect a good time and a lot of laughs. Feel free to arrive from 2.30pm for a cuppa and a catch up with the group. This session is held at Millman Street, press the buzzer that says community centre, head to the end of the corridor and turn left down the ramp. The sessions are free however donations are greatly appreciated to help with running costs. We aim to be inclusive and accessible to all.

Thank you for booking. Your place in Yoga For Women is confirmed and we look forward to welcoming you to Holborn House. Keep up to date by signing up to HCA's newsletter <a href="https://app.plinth.org.uk/www.holborncommunity.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> and follow us on social media.

A mixed-level yoga class especially for women. A safe, welcoming space for women to come together to develop their strength and flexibility. PERFECT FORFemale adults ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Beginners' YogaThis is a yoga class for beginners who want to take their first steps in learning how to stretch and breathe, or for people with some experience who prefer a slower pace of class. Yoga postures for strengthening legs, arms and core. Improve your fitness and balance. Everyone is welcome. PERFECT FORAdults ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Thank you for booking you place on our Youth Arts Project. A member of the team will be in contact soon with further details.

Join professional artist Nigel Kellaway on a 11-week documentary and digital storytelling project! Learn to gather stories from the local community, gain hands on skills in recording interviews, photography, using lights and film-making. Booking guarantees you a place on the full 11-week project running 26th September - 12th December (no session 31st October as half-term) PERFECT FORYoung People aged 13-21yrs ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair &amp; pushchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Youth Arts - Documentary & Digital Storytelling 

Thank you for booking your place for Chair Based Yoga. One of our team members will contact you with further information.

Join us for seated Yoga with Shirley for over 55s, suitable for beginners.The benefits of Yoga may include:<ul><li>Decreased stress, anxiety and depression</li><li>Improved mood</li><li>Improved aerobic capacity</li><li>Increased energy and stamina</li><li>Improved flexibility, balance and agility</li><li>Improved muscle strength and definition</li></ul> Donations are appreciated to help with running costs. We aim to be inclusive and accessible to all. PERFECT FOROlder Adults ACCESSAssistance animals welcomeSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Join us for seated Yoga with Shirley for over 55s, suitable for beginners.The benefits of Yoga may include:<ul><li>Decreased stress, anxiety and depression</li><li>Improved mood</li><li>Improved aerobic capacity</li><li>Increased energy and stamina</li><li>Improved flexibility, balance and agility</li><li>Improved muscle strength and definition</li></ul>Donations are appreciated to help with running costs.We aim to be inclusive and accessible to all. PERFECT FOROlder Adults ACCESSAssistance animals welcomeSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Y o u C a n U k u l e l e For the over 60s Next steps to playing the ukulele (beginners welcome too!) In the new ukulele course you will further developyour knowledge of chords, expand your abilitiesin improvisation using new scales and learn toplay some new songs. You will also explore newstrumming techniques, opening up the capabilityto play a variety of musical genres. Tuesday 17th Sept - 3rd Dec 2024 (11 weeks)- 1pm -3pm

Qi Gong is a moving meditation using simple, graceful and flowing movements. It's very similar to Tai Chi and means ‘energy exercise’. Qi Gong was developed in China over 3000 years ago and still practiced around the world today. Classes are based on the seasons and our our connection with nature. Each class begins with a gentle warm up of the body, followed by the teaching and flow of the movements. Qi Gong can help you to:<ul><li>ease anxiety/stress</li><li>remove knots out of your body</li><li>quieten your mind</li></ul> You may obtain:<ul><li>Increased strength, energy and a focused mind</li><li>Improved balance, stamina and flexibility</li></ul> What else do I need to know?<ul><li>No special equipment required, no mats, no weights. There is no sitting, chanting or difficult poses involved</li><li>Beginners and all ages warmly welcomed</li><li>Only loose comfortable clothing required</li><li>Bring water</li></ul> This class is provided by Camden Adult Learning. PERFECT FORAdults of all abilities ACCESS:Seating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Thanks for booking for HCA's AquaFit 18+ at Nuffield Health, Bloomsbury. Please note this booking is for one participant and guests are not permitted due to class capacity. If you are unable to attend for any reason, please let us know by emailing admin@holborncommunity.co.uk so that someone else may benefit from the session.

AquaFit 18+ is suitable for almost anyone. You don’t have to be super fit or flexible, or even have to be a good swimmer, just as long as you’re happy to be in the water.&nbsp;Great for people returning to exercise for the first time in a while, those carrying injuries or with long term health conditions that affect the joints and movement. Towels are available on site or you can bring your own.&nbsp; BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL - Please do not attend without a confirmed booking. Booking opens a few weeks before the start of the next term. Sign up to HCA's newsletter for more information. PERFECT FORAdults

Nuffiled Health Bloomsbury

Thank you for your interest. One of our team members will contact you with further information.

Supported by an experienced potter, our adult pottery classes are a relaxing space to develop&nbsp;pottery skills, learning hand building techniques and experimenting with different styles of decorating and glazing. Classes also provide the perfect opportunity to meet other people in your neighbourhood and make some new friends! Mondays or WednesdaysCost: £25 per session (Full Rate)Cost: £15 per session (Bursary) For more info please email 1aarts@holborncommunity.co.uk or call 02074052370 (option 1 or 3) PERFECT FORAdults 18+ ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Full Rate

Bursary Rate

Thank you for booking. Your child's place in this class is confirmed and we look forward to welcoming them to Holborn House. Keep up to date by signing up to HCA's newsletter <a href="www.holborncommunity.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> and follow us on social media.

Holborn Gymnastics Club have provided classes in Holborn since 1989.&nbsp;We provide recreational classes on Mondays, Tuesdays &amp; Saturdays for children (term-time). Our classes are divided according to age groups to develop the foundational skills of gymnastics. Sessions are planned to ensure all gymnasts are stimulated and challenged mentally and physically, actively developing their skills. Bookings are for the whole term (from September until December). Please note that before your child/ren attends their first session in September, you will be required to join/renew your British Gymnastics membership (£24). We will send more information about this process in due course. PERFECT FORChildren 4-5 years ACCESSSeating availableAdaptive teachingFully accessible facility

The sessions offer a range of soft play, games and activities to promote movement, play and fun. (This session runs term time only.) Sessions are drop in and spaces are allocated on a first come, first served basis. At busy times you may have to wait for a space to become available.&nbsp; PERFECT FORUnder 5s ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Suitable for: Families - activities aimed at children 6+.&nbsp; Younger siblings welcome but please be mindful of target age range of activity. This is a creative workshop looking at the spaces around us. We will explore personal and established landmarks, starting with a short walk around Holborn House sketching what we see around us. Once back inside we will turn our 2D landmarks into 3D models. This session is run by team from <a href="https://www.buildingcentre.co.uk/built-environment-trust" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">The Building Centre</a> alongside staff from HCATo book your place, use the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/little-investigators-community-session-tickets-990804521997?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">eventbrite link here</a> PERFECT FORChildren and Young People 6yrs+ ACCESSSeating availableWheelchair accessibleFully accessible facility

Little Investigators - with The building Centre

Holborn Gymnastics Club have provided classes in Holborn since 1989.&nbsp;We provide recreational classes on Mondays, Tuesdays &amp; Saturdays for children (term-time). Our classes are divided according to age groups to develop the foundational skills of gymnastics. Sessions are planned to ensure all gymnasts are stimulated and challenged mentally and physically, actively developing their skills. Bookings are for the whole term (from September until December). Please note that before your child/ren attends their first session in September, that you will be required to join/renew your British Gymnastics membership. We will send more information about this process in due course. PERFECT FORChildren 3-5 years ACCESSSeating availableAdaptive teachingFully accessible facility

Thanks for booking for Dance Well - Akademi South Asian Dance. We're looking forward to welcoming you to our Millman Street centre. On arrival, press the 'community centre' buzzer and wait for the door to open, then head to the end of the corridor and turn left down the ramp.

Dance Well – South Asian Dance sessions with Akademi Get creative, get moving, make friends, have fun. South Asian dance energises your brain and body. Explore storytelling using expressive movements and gesture, learn dance sequences and enjoy vibrant music in this friendly, relaxed class designed for adults aged 55+. Dance Well is for all abilities. No dance experience required, but comfortable clothes and shoes are a must! The sessions run consistently throughout the year on Tuesdays from 3:00 – 4:00pm at HCA's Millman Street Centre. On arrival, press the 'community centre' buzzer and wait for the door to open, then head to the end of the corridor and turn left down the ramp. We aim to be all inclusive and accessible to all. The sessions are free however donations are greatly appreciated to help with running costs.

Day Care (55+)

Soft Play

chair-based Yoga with Shirley (55+)

Gymnastics

Gymnastics

Gymnastics (9+ years )

Youth Pottery (12-16)

Pottery (18+)

Women's Creative Movement

You Can Ukulele - WMC

Women's Yoga (18+)

Akademi South Asian Dance (55+)

Pre-School Gymnastics

Gymnastics

Gymnastics (9+ years )

Carers Art Group