Holiday Activities
SUMMER HOLIDAYS COMING SOON! Keep checking for activities for the SUMMER! Activities are now bookable at both leisure centres.
For details of dates, times, venues and prices please download our leaflet here-Summer_Holidays_WebBooklet.pdf
Summer Holiday Activities Information
RollerBoogie- On Saturday 4th September, Bury Leisure Centre will be open for Roller Skating in the main hall while the dj plays the tunes! There will be three 2 hour sessions for all ages (families) to take to the skating ring. We are bringing Roller Skating back to Bury. Under 5’s must be accompanied by an adult. Skates are free to hire.
Mini Movers- Two hours worth of activities for 3-6 year olds. These activities will include a number of mini sports ranging from football, athletics, story based games, and parachute play! Under 5’s must be accompanied by an adult for the session. This is a fun session where children get to try out a range of activities and parents can also join in!
Ratty Rascals- 3 hours of sporty activities for 5-8 year olds. These activities will include a number of mini sports ranging from football, athletics, story based games, tennis, mini golf, and parachute play!
Cool as Cucumbers- is for 8-14 year olds. The sessions run from 9.30-4.30 and children will have the opportunity to try many sports. This could include football, basketball, tennis, swimming and many more! As a day packed with many activities, there will be lots of chances to have refueling breaks. Children must bring a pack lunch and plenty of drinks and snacks. Additionally, swim wear and a towel will be essential! Why not bring a few friends to enjoy the experience with!
INFO: These three activities may take place within the leisure centre or outside on the all weather pitches depending on the weather. Therefore please ensure that your child has appropriate sports clothing and trainers. If it’s sunny it is advised children bring some sun cream with them!
Sailing- This very popular activity is fantastic fun. Learn to sail with instructors from YPA (Young People Afloat) and watch the Abbeycroft coaches put through their paces as well! The sessions are held at Lackford Lakes. We will meet at Lackford Lake and participants must be there 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Participants will be out on the water for the majority of the two hours so there is a high chance of getting wet! Therefore it is completely necessary that children bring a change of clothes. Changing facilities are provided at the Lake. Children get to have a go in one person and two person boats. Children must be competent swimmers. There are two sessions, both for 10-16 year olds.
Laser Blast- A new activity at Haverhill Leisure Centre which has really taken off! Participants navigate themselves around the obstacle filled, smoke filled laser room. At the same time they will be firing their laser guns at the opposition! The session will consist of individual games and team games with the aim of achieving the highest score. An indoor paintball session but with laser guns! It is a 1 hour session but expect to expend a lot of energy! For 8-12 years.
Sports Camp- From 9.30am-5pm. This is an all day event packed with sports. The sports camp begins at the Risbygate Sports Club so to save time we will all meet there. The day will end at Bury Leisure Centre where the children will have swimming time, so children must be picked up from here. Sports include squash, tennis, bowls and swimming. A good variety of diiferent skills are involved in these sports, so you may see it as a chance to experiment with some sports you haven't tried before! MUST BRING SWIMMING KIT! A packed lunch with plenty of healthy snacks and drinks is 100% required, as it is a long, energetic day.
Raft Building- An exciting concept which encourages team work. Children are split into teams, given random pieces of equipment and are given the task to build a raft. After the completion of the rafts, teams will race their rafts against each other to see who has made the best and most durable raft. At the end there will be some general fun swimming time. Of course children must bring swim wear for the activity, which lasts for 1.5 hours. CHILDREN MUST be competent swimmers.
Fairy Dancing- A refreshing approach to dance for the younger movers. Fairy dancing is an unstructured dance session for 4-6 year olds who just want to dance to music!
Reptile Experience- A session for all ages which gives you the opportunity to learn about different reptiles such as the Tarantula and Burmese Albino Python. You then have a chance to hold the reptiles and have your photos taken with them! Cameras are allowed! There is an extra photo opportunity provided by the Reptile Experience for £2 at the end. For all ages.
Fur and Feathered Friends- Similar to the reptile experience but involves different animals! This will include creatures such as meerkats, giant rats and parrots. Again the sessions involve learning about the animals, holding them (if you want!) and photo opportunities. For all ages.
Whatever the Weather- A turn up and play session under the guidance of our specialized and qualified coaches. We take our sports equipment to a venue and children can choose what they would like to play! Most importantly it’s FREE! For 4-13 year olds. This summer, venues include: Castle Manor School, Castle Playing Fields, Clare Pavillion Playing Fields, Stanton Recreation Ground, Moreton Hall Playing Fields and Risby Recreation ground.
Squash lessons - Delivered in partnership with England Squash and Racketball, these are Squash lessons designed for you to have fun with and also to improve your skills with help from highly qualified coaches. There are two separate sessions; one for 7-10 year olds and one for 11-16 year olds. Wear trainers with non marking soles!
Kangoo Jumping- Similar to an aerobic class but on Kangoo Boots! Kangoo boots are like ski boots with spring devices on the bottom to give you that extra bit of height. They are a great form of exercise for your whole body and are low impact on your joints! These sessions are for 7-12 year olds.
Crazy Golf- There will be a crazy golf course set up at the leisure centre by a professional company. All ages are welcome! Some healthy competition in crazy golf could be a great activity for the whole family. Only £2.50 for a round!
Buggy Walks- Healthy walks for parents with young children. The buggy walks will be beneficial to health and will also be a great chance to socialize. Anyone is welcome and all Buggy Walks are FREE!
Mountain Biking- A two hour session for 10-15 year olds. You must be confident at cycling. Some off road biking including a number of routes, be ready to get your tyres dirty! It is a tiring activity so bring plenty of drink to refuel! Participants must bring their own bike and must bring a helmet. We will meet at the location 10 minutes before the activity is due to start.
Pirate Pool Party- A disco in the pirate pool at Bury Leisure Centre. Fun time to swim and listen to tunes from the dj! Children MUST bring swimwear and be confident swimmers. For 8-14 Years Old.
Fencing- A structured session delivered by qualified instructors to give 10-14 yr olds an exciting possibility to attempt Fencing. Sessions are 1.5 hours long, all equipment will be provided. Children should wear trainers.