For more information on any of the activities listed below please contact Taz Virdee on 07840047771
​OR email t.virdee@berkeleyacademy.org.uk
​Big Local Winter & Spring Activities Guide 2019
Happy New Year! Time to get out and about, meet new people, learn something interesting, get involved and have lots of fun.

We have a wide rage of activities for everyone to enjoy from: Family Walking Football, Youth Filmmaking, Youth Debates, Healthy Cooking,  Yoga and Art Social Club to name a few. 
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​Download our Winter & Spring Activities Guide today and get involved.
Céilí Irish Dance
Céilí is a traditional Scottish or Irish social gathering. In its most basic form, it simply means a social visit. In contemporary usage, it usually involves dancing and playing Gaelic folk music, either at a house party or a larger concert at a social hall or other community gathering place.

Funded by London Borough of Hounslow.
 
Contact Taz to book your free space on 07840047771.
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Parents + Toddlers Club
Join us for tea, chat and creative activities for parent and child.
Activities are relaxed, informal and a chance to meet new people who are happy to chat. 
Youth Debates Club
​Come along and improve your public speaking and debating skills in our youth-led Debates programme. We recently debated in Parliament and we're looking to recruit new members for our big youth debate in the Spring 2019. For more information please contact Taz on 07840047771. 
 
Art Tuesdays Social Club
Make art, drink tea and have a chat. Discover your creative skills whilst enjoying a social session aimed from absolute beginners to intermediate levels. Led by a professional artist in partnership with Certitude. 
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Latin American Dance 
For anyone wishing to learn and enjoy these elegant, beautiful and enjoyable dance, you can get involved with our Strictly Big Local classes. These sessions are aimed from absolute beginners to intermediate levels and the sessions are focused in technique, musicality and creativity. Guided by well known Latin American professional. ​
Family Boxing Club
This class is 60 mins long and is very much scoped for all levels, whether you have desires to fight in the ring at national and international events, or simply to learn from scratch the great benefits boxing can have both within the club and outside, all levels are welcome.
Kids Fun Club
Come and join us at our Kids Fun Club! For children between 5to 11 years old. This after school club is a great way for kids to let off some steam, learn new skills and most importantly have a great time. This exciting project is led by local parents and it's FREE!
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We're based at Berkeley Academy from 3.30 to 5pm.

During School-term only.
  
Fridays: Fun Games for All

To register your child's space, please click here. 
Family Fun Fitness Club
Looking to lean out this winter?  This is the ultimate workout to get it done. If you lay it all out during this session, you’re bound to burn at least 500 calories by your last rep. Not to mention, this full-body strength and conditioning workout increases your metabolism so you'll continue to burn hundreds of calories hours after your session. So come along, bring your children, have fun and meet new people while doing a whole lot of good to yourself. Friday evenings will never be the same.
In Partnership with Cranford Community College
Healthy Cooking for Families
Created for 20-25 people (up to 6 families of 4) these classes last for 2 hours and end with a sit down meal where you and your new cooking crew can sample your hard work and get to know each other better. A great way for your family get some healthy cooking inspiration on a budget. Led by TV chef and author Manju Malhi. 
Over 60s Bingo Welcome Club
Come along and meet new friends and have fun at our Bingo session for over 60s. Free transport available - for more info please contact Taz on 07840047771.
​In partnership with Muslimah Community Group
English Conversation Class for Women
Increase your spoken English confidently with us. We are holding a 14 week course for women to learn Basic English conversation skills. Open to ALL women from ALL faiths and backgrounds living in the Heston West area.
In partnership with Make A Difference Entertainment

​​ Youth Film-Making (11-18yrs)

Time to get creative! Get involved with our Youth Film-making project to help make a difference in our community. In this programme you will learn essential practical film-making skills/techniques through our MADE masterclasses on CAMERA, EDITING and ACTING. You will be able to create ENGAGING, ENTERTAINING and EDUCATIONAL films (professional looking) to upload onto our YouTube channel and social media networks.
Intergenerational Walking Football
Supported by Brentford FC

​Want to… Have Fun? Improve your health? Socialise with friends? Then come and join us for Walking Football at Cranford Community College 3G pitch. No previous experience required, just enthusiasm to enjoy an hour of fun!
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Yoga for All

Calling all those in need of some gentle exercise.  Come and join our friendly weekly yoga session where all abilities welcome.  All you need is some comfortable clothes.
In partnership with Sunshine of Hounslow
 In partnership with Bounce Theatre
Bounce Creative Club
Come and join our youth creative drama, dance and art club led by Bounce Theatre. 
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  Multi Sports
Come and join our weekly multi sport session and play football, cricket, badminton and much more. Improve your skills, make new friends and have fun.
In partnership with QPR Trust