We are a swimming lesson provider that is passionate about ensuring that everyone in the UK has the opportunity to learn to swim and is safe in the water. We provide group and private swimming lessons for children and adults of all ages; all abilities. Our group swimming lessons are kept small to allow us to focus on the individual needs of each swimmer.
Debbie Adams [Adams Aquatics Swim School owner] is actively involved in the swimming industry and drives the passion within Adams Aquatics Swim School to improve swimming standards in the UK. As part of the Aquatics Working Group at the Swimming Teachers Association [STA] Debbie helped develop the current qualifications for swimming teachers. As a train the tutor Debbie teaches people to become tutors who then go on to train swimming teachers. She works closely with Adams Aquatics Swim School teachers to help them keep up to date with the latest teaching techniques and information.
We operate from our Centre of Excellence in York, The Mount School. With lessons every day of the week and weekends we can offer lessons to suit you anytime to fit into busy schedules.
Agility Classes
5-11 years Ninja Obstacle Training – Great for beginners and younger children
Welcome to Ninja training.
Obstacle coaching combined with parkour style movements. A fun class that will have you swinging, climbing, leaping and jumping across different obstacles!
11-17 years Warrior Obstacle Training – more challenging obstacle techniques and parkour style movements
Warrior Obstacle Training is focused on advanced obstacle techniques and parkour style movements. In addition to the coaching we focus on developing core strength which is key to achieving the objectives of this programme.
More information, schedules and booking is here https://www.agilityparks.co.uk/kids-classes
Parties
We offer a range of parties from toddlers to children and teenagers. Agility Party Hosts will look after with most of our packages you get you own disco party room or a party table reservation in our restaurant or café.
Visit the website HERE
💜 Check out the York Mumbler blog post for exclusive photos of when we visited Agility when it first opened! 💜
Ainsty GTC provides 1 hour classes in Gymnastics for children age 5-16 years old.
Children learn floor, beam, vault and bar skills. Trampoline skills taught on competition trampolines. Max 4 children per trampoline.
GymPacT for children to combines Gymnastics, Parkour and Trampoline skills at a Trampoline Park.
Burnholme Sports Centre, Tang Hall: Tuesday and Saturday.
Recreational Gymnastics Classes mixed ages.
Energise Sports Centre, Acomb: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
Gymnastics Recreational Mixed classes & Trampoline Recreational .
Vale of York School, Clifton: Friday & Saturday
Gymnastics Recreational Mixed classes & Gymnastics Development classes 2 hours (Saturday)
Huntington School, Huntington Road: Tuesday & Friday
Gymnastics Recreational mixed classes
Point Zero Trampoline Park, Poppleton: Monday & Wednesday
GymPacT classes 5-14 years & Trampoline Recreational mixed age.
Marjorie Waite Court, Clifton: Thursdays
Acro and Tumbling Classes
Office Hours 09:00 – 16:00 (Monday to Friday)
Club Hours 15:30 – 21:15 (Weekdays)
09:00 – 14:00 (Weekends)
We are the largest provider of swimming lessons in the UK, offering lessons at our York leisure centres, Energise Leisure Centre, York Leisure Centre and Yearsley Swimming Pool.
We offer programmes for all ages and abilities, with times and days to suit you. In our lessons, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Your children will be taught by experienced, highly qualified teachers, following an industry leading programme. Plus, you can track your child’s progress using our online too, called the Home Portal. We have designed our swim school programme to be flexible and affordable.
Our Monthly direct debit payments include free swimming for your children!
We offer the following:
Baby & Pre – School
Energise – Mondays and Saturdays.
York Leisure Centre – Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
Swimbies – 3 months to 12 months.
Splashers – 13 months to 2 years.
Paddlers – 2 years to 4 years.
Pre – school – 3 – 4 years.
Primary School Age – available at all 3 centres
Foundation (small pool) – Children aged 4 years +
Development (main pool) – Children aged 5 – 12 years
Academy (main pool) – Children up to 16 years old, who have completed development.
Private lessons and level water are available. Try our lessons for free, with a free class pass. E-mail Stef on the address below for this.
For everything else please head to our website.
Carol Saunders Swim School at Goosewood Holiday Park, York!
Independent swimming lessons available for all ages….
Childrens Groups and Private Lessons:
Beginners – Stages 1, 2 & 3
Improvers – Stages 4
Adult Groups and Private Lessons:
Adult Non-Swimmers – Be Water Confident
Adult Beginners – Be a Swimmer
Adult Improvers – Be a Better Swimmer
Why choose Carol Saunders Swim School?
Small groups with 4 swimmers per teacher
Engaging games-based lessons with progressive practices
Swimmers are continually and informally assessed through the Swim England Learn to Swim Awards scheme and Distance Awards
Level 2 Swim England and / or STA Qualified and Enhanced DBS checked teachers.
Swimmers will have access to ‘Fish Tank Porthole’ to track awards progress, confirm lessons and awards purchases and contact their teacher for a progress report.
Awards presentation week at the end of each block booking
Term time holidays
£10.50 per group lesson introductory rate for all new swimmers for a full block booking*
*Terms apply
For more details about swimming lessons at Goosewood Holiday Park, York;
Would you like to be part of something amazing? At Fantasy Cheer and Dance Academy we offer Cheerleading and Dance classes from 4-years these are competition teams. We also have gymnastics from 3-years upwards.
Our head coach has over 14 years’ experience and also the Coach for Team England’s adaptive abilities pom team. We have a great team of coaches across all of the classes and our amazing junior coaches are all cheerleaders themselves.
Our classes run thought-out the week at the Vale of York Academy, we also have a team in Selby. You do not need any previous experience or skills our team of coaches will be there to support you and help teach you new skills. Everyone is welcome at Fantasy boys and girls and you can start at any age it’s never too late to start something new.
If you are looking for something after all our time in lockdown and would like more details please get in touch, we are happy to answer any questions you have or why not have a look at our social media pages.
Featured Listing
North East and Yorkshire cerebral palsy Football team
Senior (16+) regional Football opportunity for players with Cerebral palsy, stroke & acquired brain injuries, players access our centre from across the North East and Yorkshire catchment.
The senior team competed in this years FA disability CP cup final at St Georges Park, the game was broadcasted live on BT Sport- video link- https://fb.watch/7Prdw3WG4S/ 2 hours 16 minutes into the live stream is where our game features 😊
Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am, York sports village
North East and Yorkshire Cerebral palsy Football team (Juniors)
Junior (7-15 age group) regional football opportunity open to players with disabilities (more of an open disability session as numbers are currently too low to be CP specific).
Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am, York sports village
Copmanthorpe ability counts- PAN disability Football sessions (seniors)
Senior (16+) Football opportunity for players with disabilities (indoor sessions).
Fridays, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Energise leisure centre (Better) Acomb in York
T: 07960854480
City Kickabout
Do you have an 8-17 year old who needs to release excess energy on an evening? If so we have a session for them. Our City Kickabout session provides young people with a place to come and play football in a FUN and SOCIABLE environment. It does not matter whether they have played before or not, get those trainers on and come and show our coaches a few tricks and skills or learn some new ones!
We have 2 Sessions a week so pick the one closest to you – see flyer below for venue and date/time details.
We are a charitable organisation focused on recreational gymnastics and trampolining for the ages of 2-18.
Classes run from a dedicated facility.
Our Pre School Classes run Monday – Friday during term time, with 5 classes running per day.
Boys and Girls plus trampoline classes are running too.
Many changes have been made due to Covid-19 – please see the website for all the details of this.
For further information please contact us.
The Gymnastics Centre, St. John’s Walk, Heworth, York, YO31 7SX
A Martial Arts club teaching Kickboxing, Aikido and Judo . Open to novices through to black belts.
Boost your child’s confidence and fitness all whilst giving them a life long skill.
Our classes start from 4 years onwards. We have ladies only classes and regular workshops in various martial arts eg Nunchukau and wooden weapons.
We have beginners and advanced adult classes and opportunities to further your career in the martial arts field with our Instructor Training Programme.
Unit 20, Ground Floor, Shires Bridge Business Park, York Road, Easingwold, YO61 3EQ
T: 01347 811351
Join the Air Cadets! You’ll get access to activities such as canoeing, mountain biking and abseiling as well as training in first aid and leadership skills.
Air Cadets York, 110 (City of York) Squadron, Duncombe Barracks, York, YO30 6BY
T: 01347 847190
Joining the Army Cadets will give you access to adventurous training such as kayaking, mountain biking to military-themed activities as well as training in first aid, you’ll discover lots of new experiences.
Groups at: Acomb, Strensall, Fulford & Burton Stone Lane
T: 01904 490529
We offer cheerleading classes from reception upwards. Whether they have done gymnastics, dance or cheerleading before or if they are brand new to the sport… we welcome everyone!
We train on Thursdays at Burnholme Sports Centre, York.
Monthly fees, from £30
For more information contact Anna – 07507638804
We offer a world class family run service & Kids grading system with former double world champion Richard Cadden, Amateur Boxing coach Gaz Kelly & Health and fitness Professional Jo Cadden.
Kids Squad: 4-7yrs
Junior squad :8-11yrs
Youth squad: 12-16yrs
Adults: Muay-Thai, Amateur Boxing, Brazilian jiu jitsu, MMA, Boxing, Personal Training, K1, Wrestling & Strength & Conditioning fitness.
Contact Rich – 0788781213
Just 3 miles from York city centre, the club has some of the best facilities in Yorkshire with 3 top-quality courts. We welcome new members of all abilities, with coaching for adults and juniors.
Junior coaching group sessions for age 5 upwards run twice a week (Thursdays from 16:40 and Sundays from 10am).
T: 07515 377300 (Fraser)
Dunnington Squash Club, Common Road, Dunnington, YO19 5NG
Catering for a wide range of people we have everyone from teenagers to pensioners. We pride ourselves on our friendly atmosphere and our fully qualified staff. Please get in touch if you would like information on our personal trainers.
33 Hospital, Fields Rd, Fulford, York, YO10 4DZ
T: 01904 611070
T: 07821 902702
We offer Ladies only training with a top health & fitness professional. We have worked in the health & fitness industry for over 25 years and are level 3 Qualified Personal trainer, Fitness assessor & verifier, Anti & postnatal specialist, Female fitness specialist, swim coach, training triathlon coach & Gym owner. Open to all levels & abilities.
T: 07949761292
After a successful year where a number of our players have left the club to step up and join teams who play in the JPL. We are looking at attracting players to join our team.
We train on a Wednesday evening at the Hopgrove playing fields and play on a Sunday morning. Training is challenging, allowing the players to develop at their own pace in game related sessions.
Players who would like a challenge are welcome. Please contact us via our Huntington Rovers Football Club Facebook page or msg me direct.
Jorvik Swim Academy
Welcoming swim classes for children aged 3+ on Sundays, 45 minute lessons taught in small groups.
Team Jorvik
A friendly, inclusive swimming club, training at pools across York up to 6 days a week. We welcome both serious competitive swimmers and those wanting to swim for fun and fitness.
T: 07779 565559
Love Cricket provides York based weekly winter cricket coaching sessions specifically designed for junior cricketers of all abilities aged 6-15.
Throughout the year, school holiday cricket and multisports camps run providing opportunities to learn, play and enjoy sporting activities.
Love Cricket allows everyone to develop their sporting skills in an ideal coaching environment.
T: 07734 710519
Classes in Acomb, Thorp Arch, Haxby, Heworth, Selby and Doncaster. For age 2+
MartialArts4u, 201 Acomb Road, York,YO24 4HD
T: 0800 069 9305
Looking to give your children a key life skill where they can be safer in water? Our club has that family feel with lessons for children aged 4+. NESC follows the Swim England Learn to Swim National Framework. Classes are staffed by fully qualified teachers assisted by our performance squad competitive swimmers.
Join the Sea Cadets! Cadets learn life skills like leadership and team working through nautical adventure activities, such as diving, adventure and expedition training, rock climbing, shooting, drill and piping, music, meteorology, and even cookery. You can also earn qualifications such as BTEC and Duke of Edinburgh Awards (Age 10-18).
Sea Cadets York, 21/22 Skeldergate, York,YO1 6DH
T: 01904 658505
Professional Taekwondo instruction is taught by Master Alan Sparks, 8th Dan Master. Teaching self-defence, building confidence and fitness and preparing children with life skills.
Children age 6 years+: Tuesdays 6-7pm
Children from 13 years of age move up into the senior class: Tuesdays and Thursdays 7- 8.30pm.
Haxby Road Primary Academy (YO31 8JN)
T: 01904 607158
A community volunteering charity connecting people and green spaces in York and North Yorkshire.
There are practical conservation volunteer activities every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday and on the last Sunday of each month.
TCV York, Tang Hall Community Centre, Fifth Avenue, York, YO31 0UG
T: 01904 414927
Classes in Karate and kickboxing for children from 8 years of age and adults. Classes run on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Acomb Primary School, West Bank, YO24 4ES, York.
Find us on Facebook.
Are you looking for something a little different for your son or daughter? Or just some extra fun, social and enjoyable football. Well YCFC Foundation have the sessions for your son or daughter.
Saturdays
Venue: York Sports Village
York Eagles are recruiting female players aged 8 to 13 to join our growing team of girls.
More girls in the UK are discovering the love of basketball, along with the physical and social benefits.
Work on your technical and physical skills, make friends, and be in with an opportunity to play at national league level.
Dave Smith: 07840 407264
We teach Japanese Shorinjikan Jiu Jitsu, a form of self defense martial art.
We welcome anyone from the age of 4, including complete beginners and families/groups.
Session times are 7-9pm (7-8:30pm for young juniors) every Friday at St Peters 8-13 School, York YO30 7WA. First session free-of-charge.
Contact us via the yorkjitsu facebook or Instagram pages.
Tuesday evening from 7.00 to 9.00 pm
We are an informal group who meet every week to juggle or practise other circus skills.
We charge £4 for waged and £3 for unwaged to cover the costs of hall hiring. Children under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.
At: St Lawrence Church Hall, York.
York Kenshinkan Karate Club is a family friendly martial arts club open to all: young and old, beginners through to black belts. Come train with us. We train on Wednesdays between 6.30pm and 8pm. £5 per person.
T: 07946 472805
The team train people who’ve never skated before and also have a competitive team for the more experienced. All genders are welcome. Contact us on Facebook, York Minxters.
They also have a junior team open to 8-18 year olds. Look out for their next skater intake on Facebook, Yorkshire Terrors Roller Derby.
Energise Leisure Centre, Cornlands Rd, York YO24 3DX
York R.I under 12’s are looking to sign new players on. If your child is in year 7 and would like to come play football with a great bunch of young lads get in touch and we would be happy to invite them down to training. Training is currently on a Wednesday at the vale of york in Clifton (we can help get your child there if needed) Games are on a Sunday ( Again plenty of space for players that may struggle to get there ) contact details : Aaron – 07854 563091Jason – 07964 747307
Girls’ rugby for age 8 years and up.
Training from qualified coaches. Be part of a team. Get fit and have fun!
Training every Wednesday 18.30 – 19.30 at York Sports Club (YO30 5RE).
Give rugby a try!
T: 07834 097111 (Christopher Banyard)
We are looking for players of all ages from 8 years upwards. Training every Wednesday night 6.30 – 7.30pm at York Sports Club (Clifton Park, Shipton Road YO30 5RE). Matches Sunday afternoons.
See the York RUFC website for details.
Tuesday 6-8 (Practice Session)
Thursday 6-7 (Fun Session)
All ages and abilities are welcome. Our youngest player is 6 years old and we have some mature players, we also have a lot of able-bodied players so as long as you can push a chair, everyone is welcome.
Fulford School, YO10 4FY
T: 07521827365 (Sarah)
Fun & friendly triathlon weekly sessions for ages 8-14. No experience necessary. Led by fully qualified coaches. Providing a safe environment for children to make new friends, learn new skills and stay active.
Tester sessions available.
York Sport Village, Lakeside Way, York YO10 5FG.
T: 01904 325770
Junior coaching sessions on a Monday evening 6-8pm. We run open sessions for juniors of all standards from the age of 7.
£5 per session, first introductory session is free. All equipment can be provided, free of charge.
Message us via facebook or the York Squash Club website for details.
York Squash Club, Clifton Park, Shipton Road, YO30 5RE
We offer fantastic coaching for all ages and abilities. Our junior programme starts from age 4 with lots of options for juniors and adults. Anyone can use our brilliant tennis club, simply visit our website to book a court or to find more information.
Contact Head Coach Adam, T: 07791842100
Term-time (September – May) 7-9pm Fridays, for ages 10 upwards at Huntington School. First two sessions free! Once you are more experienced, we have teams you can join.
Summer (May – August) 6:45-8:30pm at Knavesmire Road, YO23 1FA, training and matches on the grass, only £1 a week.
T: 07753241705 (Tim Godson)
A historic Sailing Club located close to the heart of York.
We will create a safe training environment for adults and children to learn to handle boats and sailing techniques. The sailing takes place on the River Ouse.
Yorkshire Ouse Sailing Club, Ferry Lane, Naburn, York, Yo19 4PN
T: 01904 468251
