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Celebrating our 25th Anniversary
Newton Community Centre is celebrating 25 years of serving the community! Since the Centre opened it's doors in 1987, after 3 years of hard work converting it from a derelict building, it has gone from strength to strength with between 700 and 1000 people accessing the Centre every week!

We are all so very proud of what has been achieved since the Centre first opened all those years ago. Read this remarkable story of how the Centre  came to be and it has evolved.

Photographic displays covering our  25 years can be seen throughout the Centre - call in and see who has contributed to our amazing success story!
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 01 May 2012 )
 
Improve Your Health & Wellbeing
ImageHave you been meaning to do something  about improving you general health & well-being but have never quite got around to it?
With Summer just around the corner  now is as good a time as any to get started! We have numerous courses and activities here that's bound to be just what you're looking for. Something to suit all ages and fitness levels.

Caledonians - Lively Scottish Dancing

Cheerleading - Classes are fun, energetic and great for anyone who has cheered before or beginners who want to try something new!

Fresh Start 
- A FREE 10 week course that helps people switch to a healthier lifestyle. It explores diet, cookery and exercise.

Family Martial Arts
- mprove your physical fitness, self defence skills and self confidence

Indoor Bowling - Enjoy a game of bowls with this lively, friendly group.

Keep Fit
- Aimed at the mature woman this exercise class involves exercise to music.


Pram Stepz -
Get back into into shape with your baby!
The class content involves gentle exercise that improves stance and posture and strengthens core muscles.

Pilates -Pilates focuses on building your body’s core strength and improving your posture through a series of low repetition low impact stretching and conditioning exercises. It helps you develop muscles without adding bulk, increasing your flexibility and agility and at the same time toning your stomach and thigh muscles.                                                                                                                   

Stepz Dance Workout -
An exercise class that is medium/low impact concentrating on STRENGTHENING-TONING-STRETCHING and focussing very much on your core (stomach) muscles.

Tai-Chi
- A gentle martial arts session. For those who want stress relief and relaxation. Helps to stabilize joints and strengthen muscles in order to improve mobility and prevent falls.

Yoga - Yoga is an economical and non-competitive way to exercise the body, creating no tension and no fatigue.

Zumba
- The craze that's sweeping the nation!
It  involves dancing to lively Latin American music. It’s fun, it’s fabulous and a great way of burning calories and getting fit!

Please visit our What's On Page for further information times and days the courses run

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 01 May 2012 )
 
Tesco Vouchers
We have joined the Tesco Voucher Scheme and are asking for your help in collecting Tesco Vouchers to enable us to acquire  equipment for Club 4-2-6 and the Summer Playscheme. Just call into the Centre and hand them in at reception.
Thanking you all in advance for your continued support.
Last Updated ( Monday, 30 April 2012 )
 
The kindest cut of all!

On Tuesday 1st May Dianne Lee and her son Danny held a sponsored head shave for charity i.e. all monies donated are for Newton Community Centre and they donated their hair to  the Little Princess Trust which helps children suffering hair loss due to cancer treatment.Visit our photo gallery for photos of the vent!

To date almost £200 has been raised  and it's not too late to sponsor them. Simply call into the Centre with your donation.Image 


Last Updated ( Tuesday, 01 May 2012 )
 
Adult Dance Class

 Do you fancy tripping the light fantastic without the fear of being voted off!! ImageThen }why not come along to our very popular social Dance Class and learn various dances e.g. Salsa, Tango, Jive etc. No need to come along with a partner as you will be paired up on the night. Fun, enjoyable, social atmosphere.

Only £5 per session, payable a week in advance - please contact the Centre to register your interest or turn up on the night.

 

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 18 April 2012 )
 
Cheerleading Classes

Cheerleading classes are fun, energetic and great for anyone who has cheered before or beginners who want to try something new!

Have fun, keep fit and learn some fantastic cheerleading moves. The classes are also great for improving strength, flexibility and stamina. Only £4 per session, payable a week in advance.

Separate classes held for different age groups from 6yrs - 13yrs - Adults. £4 per session. Just turn up on the night.

 Visit What's On page for further info.

Last Updated ( Monday, 23 April 2012 )
 
Greek Course

Two  Greek courses will begin here in the very near future. The classes will run on a Wednesday  - Beginners 1.00pm-3.00pm and Intermediate 3.00pm-5.00pm. The courses will run initially for 10 weeks and will cost £80.

The courses are run by a native speaker  who promises to make learning a fun and enjoyable experience! Yeisas!

We will also run an evening class  (intermediate) if there is enough interest. Please contat the Centre to register your interest in any of the above courses and we will contact you soon with a start date.
Last Updated ( Monday, 30 April 2012 )
 
Card Making Group
Image Come along to this group and learn a new craft skill  in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and be creative! The course will cover decoupage, cardmaking and the increasingly popular scrapbooking. Beginners welcome!! 

For the more experienced crafters please come along and share your ideas and techniques!!

Cost:- £5 per session, payable a week in advance. Craft materials included. Wednesdays , 10.00am-12noon.

Please contact the Centre for further info. Limited child care places available, contact us for more details.

Last Updated ( Monday, 23 April 2012 )
 
Zumba at Newton Community Centre
ImageNeed to lose weight, tone up and keep fit? Want to get that bikini body you've always wanted?

YES? Then come and SHIMMY yourself fit!  The fresh new ZUMBA classes will have you looking and feeling better in no time

Every Wednesday 6.30pm-8.30pm and 6.45pm-8.45pm. £4 per class (payable a week in advance)

Come and join the party!! 
Last Updated ( Friday, 20 April 2012 )
 
Successful Application to Big Lottery Fund!
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Last Updated ( Monday, 02 April 2012 )
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SelfHelpServices - Computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
ImageWhat is cCBT?  cCBT is a computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy programme that helps you to understand how your thoughts impact your feelings, physical symptoms and behaviour.

The programme teaches you techniques and strategies that help you to cope better with your negative thoughts and feelings, low mood and anxiety.
  During the course you will do weekly projects and activities that focus on challenging your negative thoughts. cCBT focuses on the ‘here and now’ and encourages individuals to work through their problems in a proactive way.
Last Updated ( Monday, 02 April 2012 )
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Club 4-2-6
Club 4-2-6 is the place to be for all 5-13years old and runs every Thursday, 4:00pm-6:00pm, term time only.  Admission is only £2.00 and family concessions are available. There's lots on offer e.g. arts & craft activities, computers/internet, outdoor sports and games, homework club.

Registration forms must be completed before your childs  first visit. They are available from the Centre or can be dowloaded. All forms must be returned by 3.00pm at least 1 day before your child's first visit.DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM

Please note that this is a new academic year and registration forms must be completed even if your child attended the After School Club up until the end of July this year.    However, if your child attended the 2011 Playscheme there's no need to re-register as the forms are valid until 31st July 2012.

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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 18 April 2012 )
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Enhance your money skills with Money Art

Money Art is an innovative way of helping you to manage your money efficiently and effectively.

We will be running FREE half day and one day workshops for young people and adults (separate workshops) over the next few months.

The young peoples workshop will use drama, rapping, beat box and poetry to help:-

  • Encourage saving
  • Find out how to open and access basic bank accounts and save with Credit Unions
  • Maximise income
  • Minimise expenditure e.g. shopping, (including secure online shopping)
Last Updated ( Monday, 02 April 2012 )
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Fresh Start
Image  Lose weight for FREE!!! You don't need to pay to lose weight!

Run in Partnership with St Helens Health Improvement Team Fresh Start is a FREE 10-week course that  helps people  switch    to a healthier lifestyle. It explores diet, cookery and exercise. Topics covered:-
  • Portion sizes, healthy snacking, energy balance, calorie control, shopping on a budget
  • Hands-on cook and taste sessions
  • Weighing and measuring at week 1, 5 and 10
  • Exercise session - 45 minutes
  • Ongoing support to help participants maintain a healthy lifestyle as well as the opportunity to attend a drop-in weigh-in clinic for up to twelve months.
  • Next course starts on Monday 28th May -Places fill up fast so please ring 0300 300 0103 to book your place for this popular course.
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 01 May 2012 )
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Activities & Courses

Our programme of activities and courses has something for everyone and as usual there's plenty to choose from!Image

So if you are you looking to take up a  new interest or hobby then look no further - Newton Community Centre has got it all! Take a look at our "What's On" page for more information.

Health & Well Being Courses include Fresh Start (dietary advice and exercise), Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba, Adult Dance Classes, Pilates, Cheerleading and Women's Self Defence.


Last Updated ( Monday, 02 April 2012 )
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Family Fun Time

ImageAre you a parent/carer/grandparent?
Are you looking for somewhere to bring your children/grandchildren  to play in a safe and stimulating environment? Yes?

Then why not come along and have some fun at our Family Fun Time!!!

Family Fun Time is for parents/carers/grandparents etc and their babies & children. The  children can enjoy playing in a safe, stimulating environment and take part in creative activities and making new friends! All of which will help them learn and develop and with prepare them for starting school.

Parents etc. also find these sessions enjoyable as they can meet and make friends in an amiable environment.

The group meet every Tuesday and Friday, 12.30pm - 2.30pm and is only £2.50 per family, term time only.

Last Updated ( Monday, 02 April 2012 )
 
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