Health & Wellbeing

Alexandra Jane School of Dance

Ballet, tap and modern dance classes for children aged 2-13yrs are running every Wednesday and Thursday at Crownway Community Centre.

WEDNESDAY

• 4-4.30pm G1 Modern (suitable for ages 7-8yrs)
  ISTD syllabus working on technique, flexibility and lines for exams.
• 4.30-5pm Primary Tap (Suitable for ages 7-8ys)
  ISTD syllabus working on rhythm, technique and tap steps for exams.
• 5-5.30pm Primary Ballet (Suitable for ages 7-8yrs)
  ISTD syllabus working on Ballet technique, poise and musicality for exams.
• 5.30-6.10pm G2 Modern (Suitable for ages 8-10yrs)
  ISTD syllabus working on technique, flexibility and lines for exams.
• 6.10-6.45pm G1 Tap Class (Suitable for ages 8-10yrs)
  ISTD syllabus working on rhythm, technique and tap steps for exams.
• 6.45-7.30pm G1 Ballet (Suitable for children 8-11yrs with Ballet experience)
  ISTD syllabus working on Ballet technique, poise and musicality for exams.
• 7.30-8.10pm G2 Tap (Suitable for children aged 10-13yrs with strong Tap experience)
  ISTD syllabus working on rhythm, technique and tap steps for exams.

THURSDAY

• 1.45-2.30pm Tiny Tutus (aged 2-4yrs)
  A fun and imaginative class learning basic Ballet steps
• 4-5pm Introductory Class (Reception/yr1)
  Ballet and Tap class combined where children start learning the basic technique to build on.
• 5-5.30pm Pre Primary Tap (Yr1/2/3)
  ISTD syllabus working on rhythm, technique and tap steps for exams.
• 5.30-6pm Pre Primary Ballet (Yrs 1/2/3)
  ISTD syllabus working on Ballet technique, poise and musicality for exams.
• 6-6.30pm Primary Modern (Yrs 1/2/3)
  ISTD syllabus working on technique, flexibility and lines for exams.

For more information and booking, please email the school: [email protected]

Click here to visit the official Alexandra Jane School of Dance website or click here to visit the Alexandra Jane School of Dance Facebook page.

Line Dancing (Currently Postponed)

Suitable for beginners to intermediate level dancers. You can join in at your own pace in a friendly and helpful atmosphere. Line dancing started after a survey, given out during the Open Week of October 2005, indicated a demand for it.

The  sessions are run by Crownway volunteer and local guitar & vocalist, Gordon Blackburn who had already begun providing the Tea Dances at the centre. Although, a novice at first, Gordon started the sessions with a few CD’s and an instructional line dance video on the big screen with everyone following the steps.

Some of the dancers who had previous experience suggested their favourite dances and provided CD’s and step sheets. The attendees all help each other which makes for an enjoyable learning experience. The group enjoys dancing to ‘Black Velvet’ ‘Boot Scootin’ Boogie’ ‘Smokey Places’ ‘Islands In The Streams’ and ‘Waltz Across Texas’ to name but a few. Gordon also provides some ‘live entertainment’ with some alternative songs which fit the tempo of the routines and gives the dancers an opportunity to sing along to some pop songs or golden oldies.

Every Thursday between 6.45 – 8.45 pm. All are welcome to come along and enjoy the experience which is also good exercise.

Men’s Social Group

Come along to the Men’s Social on Fridays between 1-3 pm to meet new people and play games such as table tennis, dominos, darts, cards, or pool.

No need to book, just turn up. All ages are welcome!

Silver Swans

Silver Swans ® classes have been specifically designed for the over-55s, but whatever your age, if you are looking for a new way to keep fit and active our ballet classes will put a spring in your step. Whether you’ve never danced before or want to get back into the swing of it, our classes have something for everyone. With classes just £5 each, why not come and join us? It’s never too late to shine!

Contact Charlotte on 07563257698 or email [email protected] for more information and to book your space.

Slimming World

There are three sessions available at Crownway Community Centre:

Every Tuesday
10.00am – 11.00am

5.00pm – 6.15pm

6.30pm – 7.30pm

Prices:

One-off £10.95 to join. £5.95 weekly fee.

Choose from hundreds of hugely satisfying everyday foods – create delicious, satisfying meals that the whole family will love. Come and join us. For further information, contact  Chelsea on 07875738517 where she’ll be happy to help you.

Taekwondo

Welcome to our UK TC martial arts training. We provide martial arts training in Taekwondo for children, teenagers, and adults. Your journey can begin at any age or stage of life.

We deliver a fun and exciting martial arts programme for Little Tigers aged 3-5, Active Tigers aged 5-8, and Taekwondo aged 9-adults.

Please book your free trial at www.uktc.co.uk.

Our class at Crownway Community Centre runs Mondays Little Tigers 4-4.45 pm, Active Tigers & Taekwondo 4.45 – 5.45 pm. Look forward to seeing the new faces. Come and join in the fun with Miss Cooper!

Tai chi

Join Tai chi on Mondays at 1-2 pm to relax your mind and body.

Tai Chi with a difference…

Reduce the bombardment of thoughts on your mind? Learn to calm those noises with a guided imaginary tour to a beach or through a forest. Get back to a peaceful sleep quicker. Relax your mind and body in minutes with a quick and effective technique. Increase your energy from within to store it for when you need a boost.
You can even sit on a chair if you want.

More information: http://www.totaltaichi.co.uk/

Upcycling Craft Group

The Upcycling Craft Group takes old items that would otherwise go to waste and repurposes them with the help of different craft techniques. The group meets on Wednesdays at 1-3 pm. The activity is free and no craft experience is needed.
Keep an eye out on our social media to see what type of crafts the group is doing currently.

Walking Group

Our Walking Group in partnership with St Helens Wellbeing meets every Wednesday at 10 am. The length of the walk is approximately 90 minutes but it can depending on ability . The walks are gentle, open to people with any fitness levels, and led by professional walk leaders. The group follow routes through nearby natural areas like the Dingle or Lyme & Wood Country Park.

Joining the Walking Group can keep you fit and healthy and gives you an opportunity to meet others outdoors, discover your local environment and get to know Earlestown history better.

Things to know before joining:

• Please arrive 10 mins before the start time to register.
• Remember to wear suitable clothing and footwear
• You are advised to bring a bottle of water as refreshment is not provided
• If any symptoms Covid-19 please do not attend the walk