School holiday clubs
BEE WILD HOLIDAY CLUB. A woodland kindergarten site at Foredown Woods, open for children from 4-8 years old during the school holidays. Starts 9.30am-3pm for a day of adventure and play in nature, nurtured by Forest School practitioners. For cooking over a campfire, making friends, learning new skills, getting muddy, getting active and getting creative in the fresh air. Please note, at the moment the spaces for 3-year-olds are only available to children who already attend the kindergarten. All children aged 4 - 8 are welcome. Click here for more details on their website
Junior Adventurers Club Holiday club:
Peter Gladwin Primary School. Click here for website
Easter Holiday Clubs & Camps
Sussex Kids Hub - Easter Holiday Club at St Nicolas CE Primary, Portslade on 7th - 17th April 2025 from 9am-3pm For children between 5-11 years old to take part in a range of activities: arts & crafts, party games, team challenges treasure hunts, Lego, fancy dress & a free-flow selection of toys and games for children to enjoy independently or with their new friends.
Children in receipt of benefit-related free school meals are able to access 4 free funded days with lunch provided through the HAF programme - details on our website.
Book now at: https://www.sussexkidshub.co.uk/holidayhub
Easter Holiday Skate Club on Thursday 10th & 17th April at King Alfred Leisure Centre from 1 - 4pm. Super fun and friendly Skateboarding Clubs suitable for Beginners & Improvers aged 5 - 11 years featuring:
- Pop up skatepark ramps & obstacles
- Experienced Skateboard GB coaches
- Fun games and expert tuition
- Cafeteria & Viewing area (King Alfred)
£35 per session (£40 including equipment).
Also on Saturday 5th & 12th April at Balfour Primary School, Brighton from 10 - 1pm. - Free parking (Balfour Primary only)
For further information and to book please visit:
https://bookwhen.com/levelskateschool
Hove
Bookings are now open for Easter Camp at Cardinal Newman Catholic School by Summer Adventure Camp (Ofsted Registered). Activities (across their 3 sites inc East Grinstead and Crawley) include climbing, high ropes, archery, bushcraft, axe throwing, scooters, zorbing and much more (activities may differ at each site). All this for £50 a day. Age is 6 to 16. Next dates start 7th April 2025. To book SAC at Cardinal Newman Catholic School click on link below: https://eequ.org/book/junior-adventures-cardinal-newman-with-summer-adventure-camp-3565
The Outdoor Project are holding Easter holidays kids activities at 5 locations across Hove through the early private school. Dates through to the end of the Easter holidays (lots of activities going on!) It's for ages 5-11, £39.50/day, Ofsted registered (Tax-Free Childcare & childcare vouchers accepted). Each day is based on a certain theme, always involving fun, games & adventure! See the full schedule: https://www.theoutdoorsproject.co.uk/brighton/
Brighton
Easter SEN Kids & Teens Boxing & Fitness Workshop – Brighton! Looking for a fun and active way to keep your SEN kids engaged this Easter? GCL Fight Club and Fitness Minds have teamed up to bring an exciting 2-hour Boxing & Fitness Workshop designed for kids and teens! Fun-filled fitness activities, boxing fundamentals & technique & confidence-building & teamwork. Every Tuesday & Wednesday at 1 PM during the Easter holidays at 33 Richmond Place, Brighton, BN2 9NA. Limited spaces available. To book contact Zoe at 07503 230437
Kids activities
Easter specials page 2025 - click here
Miscellaneous
Portslade Youth Club on Fridays between 4.30-6pm aged 11+ at Portslade Village Centre, BN41 2LZ. Run by the Hangleton & Knoll Project. Free. For more information contact the Youth Team t: 07702 392339 or email: youth@hkproject.org.uk or follow us on social media @hkpyouthteam
Free youth programme. Once children and young people become a member and regularly attend the youth clubs, they can also access free trips and sessions in the school holidays. For more information on what the has to offer in Portslade and Mile Oak call Oly on 07519 279483 or go to https://hkproject.org.uk/youthwork
Tumble tots fun activity classes. For ages 6 Months - school age. Also Gymbobs (School Age - 7 Years). For more details on their website click here For available sessions and booking details click here
Storytime 10.15-10.30am. Drop in to Portslade library. On the first Wednesday of the month. For more information please call 01273 290800
Play and Learn sessions for the under 5's every Wednesday 9.30-11am (term time only) at North Portslade Family Hub, The Rise. Call 01273 293545 for more information.
Support your toddlers speech and language development Or introduce pre-reading skills at classes using singing, dancing, props and games to help children aged 1-4 years develop important early literacy skills in a fun and engaging way. Our classes are regularly recommended by speech and language therapists for children with a speech delay.
Timetable: Tuesdays at Portslade Sports Centre for Preschool (aged 2.5 to 4) at 10.30am then at 11.30am for Minis (age 1 up to about 2.5 year). For more information go to https://www.robotreg.co.uk/find-a-class
Portslade Old Village history trail. 1000 miles of history in a one mile walk. Visit www.portsladehistory.co.uk to get your free audio guide.
Easthill Park history trail. Discover the secrets of Easthill park. It was home to a wealthy victorian family. It was also the scene of a tragic incident during WWII. Click here for your free audio guide.
Mile Oak Farm shop and café. See the animals whilst you visit. Mile Oak Road Portslade BN41 2RF click here
Benfield Valley Project are a small group of local residents who are passionate about protecting and sharing the beauty of our local wildlife and wild spaces. They organise various events: litter picks, pathway clearance , nature walks, dawn chorus walks, bat walks, wildlife talks and a community nature day. See their website by clicking here
Sussex Self Defence are teaching parents and kids about the dangers of knife crime and what you can do when running isn't an option. They teach awareness, de-escalation, avoidance and disarming. Any idiot can carry a knife, would you know what to do? If the answer is no, then the kid's club is every Thursday 5-6pm at Portslade Baptist Church followed by adult's/mixed 6-7pm. A friendly family run club. Drop them off or stay for a free coffee and chat. For Facebook page click here or email for more information to selfdefence@email.com
My Helm at the King Alfred, Hove, offer engaging workshops, youth clubs, after school and holiday clubs and many other courses. For more information go to https://myhelmcic.com/about/
Kid's activities
If you have a registered club for children, please let us know on our contact page.
Also, don't forget to check out the calendar pages for the monthly highlights 2025
Bowls
Bowls club in Victoria Recreation Ground, Portslade, BN41 1XD. If you have always wanted to give a bowls a try, come to our junior sessions. Booking contact Marion: By phone 01273 410555 or by text 07980 481241 or by email marionjw18@gmail.com. See also the calendar pages for special events and promotions.
Boxing
Mile Oak Boxing Academy. An amateur Boxing Club affiliated with England Boxing for children ages 10 - 15 years old (16+ also available). All the coaches are trained to level one and level two standards, equipped with certifications in Safeguarding, DBS, and First Aid. A fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in boxing, regardless of their experience level or background. Based in Hill Park School (upper), BN41 2FU.
See their website for more details and to book a place click on the web address here https://mileoakboxingacademy.co.uk
Special needs kid's boxing class every Tuesday at 4pm every Tuesday next to Aldi. £4 minimum donation. 6 to 12 year olds. Call 07503 230437 to book your place.
Fishersgate Amateur Boxing Club, Carlton Terrace BN41 1XF. A local amateur boxing club in Portslade that promotes healthy living and a positive mental attitude through exercise and discipline. For more information call 07896 247627 or email joe@aboveboardfixings.com or Facebook www.facebook.com/fishersgateabc
SEN kids boxing fun class 6-12yr olds. Fitness Minds are at Fishersgate boxing club in Portslade. Every Tuesdays (term time) at 4pm. Only £5.50 a class or £72 for 3 months!
Limited places so please contact Zoe to book a place on 07503 230437. NOW DOING 2 TYPES OF BOXING CLASSES BACK TO BACK, first at 4pm, boxfit for the ones who are more concentrate ready and then at 4:45pm boxfun for the ones that need a more fun way of learning boxing.
Climbing
Boulder Brighton. Rock climbing packed with fun, fitness and friends. For 7+ to adults. Victoria Road Trading Estate, Portslade, BN41 1XQ
All sessions involving a supervised child must be pre-booked.
First time climbers and supervisors must book onto a First Time Climb session. For their website click here
Cricket
Portslade Cricket Club. The Club House, Benfield Valley Park, Old Shoreham Road, BN3 7GD.
The club prides themselves on working in the community and with a ‘cricket for all’ attitude. Players of all abilities are welcomed.
Seeking colts of all ages from under 10s to under 16s for their colts section with midweek training and matches available to all. They also have adult teams (see here)
Please see details at how to contact our team here:
Instagram: Portsladecc
X (formerly Twitter): @Portsladecc
Email: Portslademedia@gmail.com
Dance
Compass Dance Studios, For 7+ years. A whole new selection of super affordable dance classes for children in Portslade Click here for more details on their website
Diverse Dance Works. Dancers have the opportunity to take 2 or 3 different style classes in Portslade on a Tuesdays at South Portslade Community Centre.
STREET & JAZZ CLASSES (kids 3 -13yrs)
3.40pm - 4.10pm (group A 3-6yrs)
4.10pm - 4.55pm (group B 7-8yrs)
4.55pm - 5.40pm (group C 9-11yrs)
6.10pm - 6.55pm (group D 12-14yrs)
COMMERCIAL/STREET, JAZZ/SHOWDANCE MULTI STYLE CLASS** (teens 15yrs+ & young adults)
LYRICAL, CONTEMPORARY, TECHNIQUE & STRETCH CLASS (kids 8yrs+ & teens)
5.40pm - 6.10pm (group C 8-11yrs)
6.55pm - 7.40pm (group D+ 12yrs and up) Click here to see their website for more details or email ayse@diversedanceworks.com
Love to dance? Join Hangleton & Knoll Project partnering with Y.E.S. Project, every Monday for FREE Street Dance Classes for young people aged 8-16. Beginner and intermediate Classes are held from 4pm at Hove Fitness Club, St Heliers Avenue, Hove, BN3 5RE. Message to book your space on: 07702 392339. (Although not in Portslade it is open to Portslade residents and a free activity).
Fitness classes
Sea City CrossFit 45-minute sessions will have a mixture of games, mini workouts, and skills development. For Kids 9-12 Years. Starting 11th January 2024 Limited to 10 Spaces. Thursdays at 16.30-17.15 at Unit 3, 25 Carlton Terrace, BN41 1XF
See their website for booking details and trial classes starting at £10, https://www.seacitycrossfit.co.uk/kids-classes
Football
Ace Football Academy run term time after school sessions. Goalkeeper 5-13 years, at Portslade Leisure Centre, BN41 2WS. Full 14 week course £120 for weekly 1 hour sessions (if joining mid term you pay a pro-rata amount) for more detail go to acefootballacademy.co.uk/weekly-sessions
Multi Sports, 5-11 yrs, Girls football 5-11 years & invasion games 5-11years after school coaching is also available at Mile Oak Primary School, BN41 2WN. acefootballacademy.co.uk/weekly-sessions-2/
Southwick Rangers have 16 youth football teams of all ages playing within the Sussex Youth Football - want to know more click here Southwick Rangers FC Under 16's girls specifically need some more teammates. If you want to try a new team or if your not getting enough game time at your current club or you just want to try something new. Every player will play with our all inclusive attitude.
Southwick FC are currently looking for reception & yr1 football loving boys or girls to join the club & meet new friends. Southwick's little wickers will enjoy free football sessions Saturday mornings 9am - 10am. For more information www.southwickfc.org
Mile Oak Football - under 14's, 16's and under 18's - Chalky Road, Portslade, BN41 2YU click here for Facebook
Gully's Mini Kickers Portslade Sports Centre, by Albion in the Community: Prices From: £7.00, full activity price: £70.00 & again 20th July - 5th October (Ages 3-4) to book and for more information click here
Portslade Sports Centre. Gymnastics, trampolining, toddler run, jungle run and more. Click here for their website
Skateboarding
The Skate Club skateboarding courses at Loxdale English Centre, BN41 2LA. Term-time and holiday skateboarding courses for aspiring skaters aged 5 to 12. Children can learn how to skateboard on a pop-up park. Experienced coaches. Use of skateboards and protective equipment is all included. To find out more details go to their website https://www.theskateclub.com
HOVE SKATE CLUB Beginners Skateboarding Lessons for ages 5+ at Hove Lagoon 10 - 11am for Improvers Skateboarding Club for ages 7+, £10.00 per person. For further information about what is offered and to book a session please visit the schedule and select a session or date: at https://bookwhen.com/levelskateschool Now offering term time courses too!
Swimming
Swimming lessons - All children 16 years old and under can get free swimming sessions in Brighton and Hove. Find out how to sign up, and where they can swim. - click here
Swimming Lessons by Dolphin Tails Swimming school offer swimming lessons for children in Mile Oak Hill Park School. See when their next lessons are, contact dolphintails2020@gmail.com.
Snooker.
Portslade Sports Centre snooker. The league runs from September to April, played on a Monday night from 7pm.
There are also plans to run a ladies competition, and a juniors one too in the coming months, so check with the centre for updates! If you're interested in joining this, or want to know more about the above, please contact the centre, on 01273 411100, or email olly.stewart@freedom-leisure.co.uk
Sport
Clubs and Uniformed organisations
Army Cadets. Cadet's meet twice a week at Marmion Road, Hove, BN3 5FS. - on Monday & Wednesday evenings. The Cadets costs £5/month for 8 sessions, with fantastic weekends away (which can be subsidised if family funds are not available). Cadets also has opportunities like: Duke of Edinburgh Award - an internationally recognised qualification. TO join go to https://armycadets.com
T.S Ranger Nautical Training Corps (NTC). Cadets can try their hand at sailing, archery, powerboating, climbing and even shooting. For aged 8+ and meet on a Friday evenings between 7pm and 9pm. Please contact ranger@ntc.org.uk or recruitment@ntc.org.uk for more information
Beavers, cubs & scouts. The 14th Hove (St Andrews Portslade) group HQ is located in Vale Park, at the rear of 104 St Andrews Road, BN41 1DE- click here
6th Hove Scouts HQ (Portslade) for 6 to 14 year olds - Scout hut, Hurst Crescent, Portslade, BN41 1SG click here
Boys Brigade is a Southwick based Christian activity group for girls from 3 to 12 years old. They meet on Wednesdays Activities include games and contests, craft and cooking, bible knowledge and drill, and much more – all mixed in with fun and friendship. You can find more information on the Southwick Methodist Church website here https://southwickmethodistchurch.co.uk/wordpress/children/girls-brigade/
Girls Brigade is a Southwick based Christian activity group for girls from 4 to 18 years old. They meet on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 7.30pm during term time. There are a variety of activities each week throughout the year including craft activities such as stained glass, colouring in, sawing, cooking and baking, games, quizzes, making a calendar, stories, camps, sleepovers, competitions, devotions and many other activities. You can find more information on the Southwick Methodist Church website here https://southwickmethodistchurch.co.uk/wordpress/children/girls-brigade/
Portslade Youth Club at the Village Centre run by the Hangleton and Knoll Project. A weekly club for young people aged 11+ where they can play table tennis, badminton, football or just chill out. There are also snacks and soft drinks. Every Friday between 4.30 - 6pm. A parent or guardian and a young person can apply for youth membership at www.hkproject.org.uk/docs then e-mail the form to the Hangleton and Knoll Project at youth@hkproject.org.uk.
Youth Bus at Portslade Aldridge Community Academy, BN41 2WS Monday's from 3pm. Available to local young people aged 11-19, and up to 25 for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Term times only and free.
Whilst we try to check details on a regular basis, we are not liable for any sudden changes from the providers listed
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