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Try Dives - PADI Discover Scuba/PADI Refreshers and Pool Session
Try Dives - PADI Discover Scuba/PADI Refreshers and Pool Session
If you want to take part in any of the following and are available on Tuesday evening from 7.00pm onwards then please RSVP this meetup and confirm which option you want to undertake. If you can not make this session but would like to book for future sessions on any Tues, Weds, Thurs and Weekends in advance email us. (Confirmation of booking is required before attendance) 1. Try Dive (PADI Discover Scuba) - Introduction to Scuba Diving - Official PADI intro – This is the opportunity to try the experience of scuba diving and all the kit - £60.00 (Tues, Mon, Fri, Sat & Sun) 2. Scuba Review - Scuba diving skills review in preparation for dive season or planned holiday - £100.00. (Based in West London (Tues, Wed & Thurs) so email me to arrange) 3. Full PADI Refresher Reactivate Course - £175.00. This includes full refresher and Re Active Touch (Theory refresh) (Tues & Sun) 4. Pool Session - To try out kit and spend some time in the pool - £30.00. LOCATION OF EVENT Address is Marshall Street Leisure Centre 15 Marshall St, London W1F 7EL The fantastic leisure centre at Marshall Street in Soho, London. These facilities are perfect for our group as it is very central and the facility has just been refurbished. These facilities are perfect for any introduction to diving. The pool depths range from 1 metre to 3 metres which is sufficient for all diving training requirements. Our central London dive courses take place just behind London's iconic Carnaby Street in the state-of-the-art £38m Marshall Street leisure centre, containing arguably the finest pool in central London. This 30m long pool gives students tonnes of room to swim around in, practice their skills and fine tune their buoyancy. The pool is constantly heated to 27 degrees celsius and has a study conference room. Alternative locations available upon request and arranged by email. West London - Unit 5, Chertsey Industrial Park, Chertsey, KT16 8FH South East & Kent – Weald Way, Caterham, CR3 6EJ PADI DISCOVER SCUBA - £60.00 A try dive is also available which is a taster dive so you can briefly experience being underwater with the equipment. Have ever wondered what it's like to breathe underwater? This is an ideal way of experiencing the under water world without having to commit to a PADI course like for example the PADI Open Water. You will be assisted by excellent qualified instructors who are trained to offer you the best experience and make you feel comfortable in the water allowing you to enjoy the experience. During the scuba diving try dive experience you'll learn how to use scuba equipment in a warm pool and get a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world. There is nothing like breathing underwater for the very first time. It is the perfect preparation for the PADI Open Water Course. You learn the basics you need to dive under the direct supervision of one of our PADI Professionals. Learn what wearing scuba equipment feels like and how easy it is to glide around underwater while wearing it. Learn some basic skills and safety rules that will carry over to your full scuba certification course when you take the next step. All the equipment you will need is included in a Discover Scuba Diving experience. PADI REFRESHER DIVE/REVIEW - £100.00 If you are looking to go on holiday soon and have not dived for over a year then you will want to consider completing a scuba diving refresher course. This course will give you the confidence again prior to any planned holiday. If you haven’t dived for a while, or are a bit apprehensive about getting back in the water and want to freshen up your skills then a PADI Scuba Review is for you. Most dive centres around the world will insist that you complete a Scuba Review if you haven't dived for 12 months or longer. The course normally takes 3-4 hours. Please remember to bring along your PADI certification card and log book. PADI REACTIVE – This is the full PADI Refresher which includes refreshing of the theory as well. This is available at £175.00 and includes refreshing of all the dive skills and also the PADI theory refresh. POOL SESSION - £30.00 If you are looking to just spend time in the water and you are already qualified as PADI Open Water then you can join us for this session and spend time in the pool testing out kit and practicing. This way you will not have the pressure of group holiday diving and you can have around 1 hour 30 minutes to do what you want. If you want to undertake any of the above dives then RSVP and let me know which dive you want. All dives will need to be booked in by us and paid for so payment will be requested prior to the event itself once dive has been confirmed.
Central London Meetup No events UFN until temporary stand-in host is found
Central London Meetup No events UFN until temporary stand-in host is found
No events UFN until a temporary stand-in host is found. A nice pub to meet in near Oxford Circus for our group's weekly pub event. They have a nice menu with reasonable prices. It should be quieter on a Tuesday evening than near or at the weekend. Though I have an interest in Japan all nationalities of course are welcome in our group. There will be an Ayamei sign on one of the tables in the comfortable lounge upstairs. Any problems getting there or any questions my phone number is 07706964277. Bill No membership fees or event fees for this group by the way.
🏐 Volleyball Game📍Canada Water 📶 Mid Intermediate
🏐 Volleyball Game📍Canada Water 📶 Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45335 **Game Description:** Come and play in a Mid-Intermediate & Above volleyball session in Canada Water 😎 PLEASE ONLY sign up to this session if you’re a Mid-Intermediate player or above! We have the right to cancel & refund you if we don’t think you meet this ability. You will be notified of this. We need to maintain the quality of the games and rallies - this is nothing personal at all. Directions: 🚶‍♂️10 minute walk from Canada Water tube station The entrance is via a car park and in the blue building. Please ask reception for help if needed. **Rules** \- 3 teams of 6 \- Games up to 15 points \- Max 2 games in a row \- Be positive and encouraging to all players 🧡
Cuban Salsa Class: Boxpark Croydon
Cuban Salsa Class: Boxpark Croydon
Cuban Salsa class for all levels, no experience needed. Group animations for everyone to enjoy and be involved. Location: Boxpark Croydon Admin fee: £5
Mile End Tuesdays
Mile End Tuesdays
Silver Tuesdays Nordic Walking in Brockwell Park
Silver Tuesdays Nordic Walking in Brockwell Park
Over the last nine years, Silverfit has been able to offer exercise to everyone over 50 in Brockwell Park. Together with Silverfit, I have done my best to keep the exercise fun for everyone, no matter if you are fit or not so fit, strong or not so strong, sporty or not so sporty. And, over all, I think we have done that pretty well! We have had some glorious years, and we made many, many friends over that time. Silverfit managed to keep it going through the good times and the hard Covid years, but unfortunately, the reality of the current economic climate is hitting Silverfit hard. Many councils and charities that have supported Silverfit over the years have stopped funding, and without funding, Silverfit just simply cannot keep going. Recently, they have had to take the hard decision to cut quite a number of their activities, and unfortunately, Nordic Walking in Brockwell park is one of the sessions that needs to be stopped. Yesterday afternoon was our last session for Silverfit. But…. I aim to keep your Tuesday walk going! So many of you love our Tuesday session, and it would just be too sad to stop completely. I would like to keep the Silver Tuesday session going under my own company, Fit and Happy Outdoors. Sadly, I cannot do this for free, as I do need to make a living. But in order to keep this session available for everyone, I plan to keep our Tuesday afternoon session at a highly reduced rate compared to my normal rates. New rates for our Silver Tuesday walks: 10 sessions for £45 (my normal rate is 10 sessions for £90). For those of you who struggle financially, I am happy to reduce this rate to £30, or even offer it for free. I can of course only do this if enough of you pay the normal rate, and I trust you will only ask for a reduction if you really need it. As I said, I do this for my living, but I don’t want money to be the reason you miss out on the benefits of Nordic Walking and spending time with our lovely group of friends. If you are already a member of Fit and Happy Outdoors and you pay monthly, then the Tuesday session is included in your fee. No extra payment is necessary (unless you’d like to sponsor someone who cannot pay) How does it work? 1) Please email me at Ailien at Fitandhappyoutdoors dot com, and let me know if you agree with me sending you an invoice for the full rate, or if you need a reduced rate. 2) I will then send you an invoice with my bank details on it. 3) Once I have received your payment in my bank account, I will hand you a 10-session card at the first session I see you 4) Every time you come walking on Tuesday, I will stamp your card 5) Once you have walked 10 times, I will send you a new invoice for the next 10. Payment: I really, really, prefer bank transfers. If you really do not do bank transfers, then you can pay me in cash. No cheques please (I really try to avoid having to go to the bank, it is just too much hassle). If you or a friend only comes once in a very blue moon, then they can pay £5 in cash for the session (only banknotes please. Help a girl out, I do enough weightlifting already 😊) Are you a walk leader? You are always welcome and do not have to pay me. I am grateful for your help! Do we still need to sign up? 1) Have your own poles? No need to sign up. But, if there is a weather warning, please check in with me as I might have to cancel and if I don’t know you are planning to come, I might not be able to tell you it’s cancelled 2) Happy to use the Meetup app, then sign up for your walk here? If you sign in, I will know you are planning to come, and it will be easy for me to let you know if I do need to cancel a session. 3) Need to borrow poles from me? Please text me ON THE DAY OF THE WALK to ask me to bring a set. My number is 078 078 3456 4. Just use normal text, no Whatsapp please, as I will probably miss your message. Any questions? Feel free to reply to this email, or text me on the number above.
Aerial Relaxation Pods - Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks
Aerial Relaxation Pods - Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks
**London's first multi-sensory aerial relaxation experience with live ambient music, gongs, aromatherapy and aerial hammocks. An Oasis of Calm in our Busy Lives.** # Aerial Relaxation Pods - Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks ### **ABOUT AERIAL RELAXATION PODS™** London's first **multi-sensory aerial relaxation experience with a short guided meditation, live ambient music: gongs, crystal bowls, vocals, other live instruments and nurturing electronica, aromatherapy eye pillows and scents, sky-blue silky aerial hammocks** to soothe your stresses away and lift your spirit! **A very unique, next level sound journey experience!** *"An oasis of calm in our busy lives."* Londoners stressed out by their busy lives can now turn to Aerial Relaxation Pods™ to transform their tension to calm, and restore the body’s natural healing wisdom. ***(please confirm all dates / times / venue via eventbrite. Not all dates are correct on meetup!)*** **PLEASE NOTE:** Please book via eventbrite. There are very limited spaces, and no sales on the door. an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket! **For more information and bookings:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aerial-relaxation-pods-sound-journey-gong-bath-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-84883457707?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aerial-relaxation-pods-sound-journey-gong-bath-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-84883457707?aff=oddtdtcreator) *“Our pods are here to help Londoners relax. As a former teacher myself, I am fully aware of just how busy and stressed a lot of people are. And most of us just don't find the time to unwind. Our **Aerial Relaxation Pods** are going to help you alleviate stress, providing time & space to allow your body to deeply rest, harmonising your nervous system. You’ll feel rejuvenated and refreshed after one session.” -* Seth Newman, co-founder of Aerial Relaxation Pods**™**.

Kayaking Events This Week

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Beginner Friendly Canoeing Taster Session - Hertfordshire - Women Only
Beginner Friendly Canoeing Taster Session - Hertfordshire - Women Only
For full detailsails and to book visit [HERE](https://adventurewomen.co.uk/upcoming-adventures-1/ola/services/beginner-friendly-canoeing-taster-session-hertfordshire-saturday-2)
Summer social drinks for new and existing members
Summer social drinks for new and existing members
Join us for a relaxed social evening for our hiking community! Whether you’ve joined us on past walks, or are simply curious about coming along, this is a great chance to meet fellow hikers and group leaders in a friendly setting. Catch up with people you’ve shared the trail with, swap stories and welcome new faces who are thinking about joining future hikes. We’ve reserved a private area upstairs in a welcoming pub, just a short walk from Waterloo Station. Food and drinks will be available, with a special discount on food for our group, so come along, unwind and enjoy a sociable evening with like-minded outdoor enthusiasts. **Location**: Upstairs in The Thirsty Bear https://maps.app.goo.gl/2DSmSpnZy9Uu1m9s9 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/AAAhiking) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@aaahiking) \| [Trip Adviser](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [TicTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@aaahiking) \| [Website](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/)
Farnham to Frensham
Farnham to Frensham
A truly beautiful 10 mile walk along the River Wey that takes in delightful historical ruins of Waverley Abbey and Frensham Little Pond & Great Pond too ! Let's go with the flow ! Please arrive by 9.20am at Waterloo under the clock so as to facilitate the purchase of group return train tickets for the 9.54am train to Farnham that arrives at 10.55am. Meetup fee £8 payable in cash or £6 by Friday in advance by bank transfer. Train ticket : return to Farnham. Or you may decide to drive. The walk shall commence by 11.10am. Please bring packed lunch, water, snacks etc plus walking shoes boots or trainers. We shall have a drink at the end of the walk. Please make sure that you have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity and also you should be fit enough to walk 2.5 miles per hour. Train back from Farnham at 5.58pm that arrives back at 7.13pm having taken the bus from Great Pond to Farnham at 5.35pm. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no is 07714250849.
5Rhythms - Solstice Dance Ritual
5Rhythms - Solstice Dance Ritual
Join us for a special solstice 5Rhythms dance with Flow Vulk and Dean Kayum. Together, we’ll create a ritual dance to celebrate the summer solstice, the turning point of the year. In the serene space of All Saints Church, we will move, reflect, and tap into the abundant energy of summer. No prior experience is needed - just bring yourself. The cost is a sliding scale of £20 or £15, paid on arrival. We can’t wait to share this special evening with you.
Lake District Hiking Camping Weekend Adventure Scafell Pike 10-12 miles total
Lake District Hiking Camping Weekend Adventure Scafell Pike 10-12 miles total
**Read Carefully to avoid any disappointment.** 3 Groups traveling to the Lake District on Friday. The Train Group departs London between **3 pm and 5 pm.** **1st Car Group departing in the morning. 2nd Car Group Departs London in the Afternoon.** **...............** **Lake District - Camping + Hiking. Scafell Pike. 10-12 miles - 3 SPACES are remaining.** **Lake District Camping & Hiking –** **Scafell Pike 10-12 miles. Highest Mountain Peak in the Lake District. Almost 980 meters high.** **Scafell Pike is the highest Mountain Peak in England.** **(2 Spaces Left!) 🚗🔥 Discount Available for drivers.** **WhatsApp** **07590 919391** **to secure final 2 seats.** **⚠️** **LAST SEAT AVAILABLE – small, friendly group (avg age 33, age range 19–49)** **✨ About This Adventure** Looking for an epic Weekend escape? Join us for a 2-day hiking & camping adventure in the breathtaking Lake District 🏞️ This is a fully organised, stress-free trip where you can just show up, relax, and enjoy the mountains, nature, and great company. 👉 **Only 2 seats left in the car – once it’s gone, it’s gone!** **🚗 Trip Details** 📍 Departure: Friday 5:00 PM (meet 4:30 PM, North London) 2 Cars Available. one car departs at 8.00 AM Friday Morning. 2nd Car Departs at around 4-5 pm Friday Evening. official Campsite booked. Looking for a third car. Train Group departs at 4 or 5 pm. 📍 Return: Sunday Evening \ \~9:00 to 10.00 PM 🏕️ **Camping:** Friday: Arrive at official campsite late in the evening and set up tents. 🌌 Sat & Sun: Official campsite (toilets + showers 🚿) 👥 Group: Small & social (currently 5 in their 20s) Space for 2 more. max group size 7. **🥾 What We’ll Do** 🔥 **Saturday** – Scafell Pike (Highest Peak) Short & scenic route from Great Langdale \~ 9 to 10 hours total. 10-12 miles total Hike. No heavy bags – everything stays at campsite ⛰️ **Sunday** – Helvellyn via Striding Edge One of the UK’s most iconic hikes 😍 \~7 hours (with breaks) if the weather forecast allows. If the weather forecast doesn't allow we will do a much easier hike somewhere local to allow an enjoyable experience and hike despite the weather forecast. Optional scrambling (alternative route available) if weather forecast doesn't allow. Drive back to London. should be back in London by 9 to 10 pm Approximately. 💸 Price: £295 (All-Inclusive) ✔️ All transport (London ↔ Lake District) ✔️ Campsite fees ✔️ Food & water 🍲 ✔️ Campfire experience 🔥 ✔️ Tents & air beds available if you book early. ✔️ Full trip planning & guidance. 👉 **🌟 Why You Should Join** ✅ Two of the most famous peaks in England. ✅ No planning stress – everything sorted for you. ✅ Friendly, like-minded group 👌 ✅ Perfect mix of adventure + relaxation. ✅ An unforgettable weekend in nature 🌄 **⚠️** Important Info **Moderate fitness required Waterproof hiking gear essential Good head for heights recommended (alternative routes available) 📲 Secure the FINAL Spot This trip is almost fully booked and we’re looking for 1 more person to complete the group. 👉 Message now on WhatsApp to secure your place: 📞** **07590 919391 \*\*\*\*** **🔥 Don’t Miss Out** **This is more than just a trip… it’s a memorable mountain adventure with great people.** **If you’ve been thinking about doing something exciting this weekend – this is your sign. 🌄✨** ....................,....... ............................ **Disclaimer:** **The organiser does not take responsibility for your safety or wellbeing during this hiking camping trip. Every individual is responsible for his or her own health and safety and wellbeing. You understand that your health insurance Is your responsibility and your travel insurance is your responsibility if anything goes wrong.** **By taking part you understand that the organiser is not held responsible for anything that may go wrong. This is a hobby group and not a commercial business. Most of our events are non-profit.** **We charge you what it costs us to make the logistics of the event possible. such as Car hire amd fuel for the car and Food and camping gear and tents and campsite rental. etc......** **The organiser is not held responsible for any changes in hiking routes due to bad weather conditions. Weather conditions can change drastically or suddenly without warning and so the hiking routes may have to be altered to take your health and safety into consideration.**
Thames Bridge Ride, 24 mi
Thames Bridge Ride, 24 mi
Explore London with a scenic ride crossing multiple Thames bridges—from Tower Bridge to Hammersmith Bridge. **9:40 AM meet** for 10:00 AM rollout **Start:** GAIL's Bakery Spitalfields, 11 Lamb St, London E1 6EA **Finish:** Hyde Park Corner **Distance:** 24 miles \| **Elevation:** 865 ft **Highlights:** * Coffee and rest stops at **Battersea Park** and **Hammersmith** * A social ride showcasing some of London’s best riverside views * Ideal for visitors wanting a memorable city tour on a Brompton This ride is a community-organized event led by passionate local riders from the **London Brompton Club**. Their willingness to organize at short notice reflects what makes this community so unique—open, welcoming, and always ready to ride together. Whether you were planning to race, spectate, or simply soak up the BWC atmosphere, we hope you’ll still join us in London to connect with fellow riders and enjoy a weekend of cycling. **Our Community Rules:** 1\. Be kind\. Welcome and encourage other riders\. Insults\, shaming\, and hate will be removed\, and offenders will be banned\. 2\. Your safety is your responsibility\. Helmets are required\. Lights are required if riding in darkness\. It is each rider’s responsibility to ensure their bike is clean\, well\-maintained\, and fully functional\. 3\. All bikes are welcome\. Occasional Brompton\-only events will be clearly labeled\. Contact your local Brompton dealer if you'd like to borrow a Brompton for an event \(participation may vary\)\. 4\. If your plans change\, please update your RSVP\. **BY ATTENDING this event you ACKNOWLEDGE and ACCEPT the following:** 1\. I ACKNOWLEDGE\, agree\, and represent that I understand the nature of bicycling activities and that I am qualified\, in good health\, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity\. I further acknowledge that the ride\-out will be conducted over public pavements and facilities open to the public\, and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected\. I further agree and warrant that if\, at any time\, I believe conditions to be unsafe\, I will immediately discontinue further participation\. 2\. I FULLY UNDERSTAND that \(a\) BICYCLING ACTIVITIES INVOLVE RISKS AND DANGERS OF SERIOUS BODILY INJURY\, INCLUDING PERMANENT DISABILITY\, PARALYSIS AND DEATH \("Risks"\); \(b\) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions or inactions\, the actions or inactions of others participating in the ride\-out\, the conditions in which the ride\-out takes place\, or the negligence of others; \(c\) there may be OTHER RISKS AND SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC LOSSES either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES\, COSTS\, AND DAMAGES I may incur as a result of my participation; \(d\) I acknowledge that Brompton Bicycle\, event organizers\, ride leaders\, and volunteers will not be liable for any accidents or damages through this ride\-out\. 3\. PHOTO RELEASE: I CONSENT to my voice\, name\, and/or likeness being used\, without compensation\, in any and all media\, whether now known or hereafter devised\, for eternity\, and release Brompton Bicycle\, its successors\, assigns and licensees from any liability whatsoever of any nature\. **DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.**
Matts BBQ
Matts BBQ
🔥 **Matt’s BBQ Meetup** 🍔🌭 https://mattsbbq.co.uk/ Join us for another summer motive; good music and great vibes! Tickets from £55 Admin fee: £5

Kayaking Events Near You

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Ultimate Frisbee at Whetstone
Ultimate Frisbee at Whetstone
Ultimate Frisbee on Saturday
Ultimate Frisbee on Saturday
Blendonwood Ravine Day Hike, 10:30 am
Blendonwood Ravine Day Hike, 10:30 am
Ultimate Frisbee on Sunday at 4 pm
Ultimate Frisbee on Sunday at 4 pm
Hike Scioto Audubon Trail with optional lunch at Nocterra
Hike Scioto Audubon Trail with optional lunch at Nocterra
**Hike the Scioto Audubon trail. All paved and flat!** **Plan on 3-4 miles. Hike at your own pace, no one left behind.** **Lunch after at Nocterra for those who wish.**