Clubs and Societies in Fareham

If you would like to add your club or society to our listing here, please complete the online form.  Please be advised clubs and societies will only be listed if they are located within the Fareham borough.

Please select a club from the list below or see our separate listing just for sports clubs.

Air Cadets

Castle Street Centre, Castle Street, Portchester

1350 (Portchester) Detached Flight Air Cadets. Meetings take place on Thursday and Friday evenings between 7.15pm & 9.30pm. Come along and enjoy the activities which include flying, gliding and shooting. There are opportunities available for adventure training, Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme and camps at RAF Stations within the UK and abroad. For further details contact cco.1350@ntlworld.com.

Barnowls Breakfast & After School Club

Red Barn Community Primary School, Linden Lea, Portchester

New childcare arrangements have opened for children between the ages of 4 and 11. The club is registered with Ofsted and offers a range of interesting and imaginative activities, opportunities for homework and light snacks. Barn Owls Breakfast is available from 7.30am until 8.45am and After School Club is available from 3.25pm until 5.30pm. For further details call 01329 288011.

Buddhist Meditation Classes

Henry Cort Community College, Hillson Drive, Fareham

Meditation classes for inner peace. Through meditation you can learn to calm the mind and overcome negative habits of mind such as stress, anger or anxiety. Everyone welcome. Classes take place on Tuesdays. Admission £7 or £4 for concessions. For times of classes and more details call 023 8055 7077.

Catisfield District Brownies

The venues and times for Brownie pack meetings in the Catisfield District are listed as follows:

1st Catisfield Brownies

Venue:  Blackbrook Scout Hut, Blackbrook Road, Fareham, Fareham West Ward

Time:    Fridays between 6.00 pm and 7.30 pm.

5th Catisfield Brownies

Venue:  Uplands Primary School, Morshead Crescent, Fareham, Fareham North Ward

Time:    Mondays between 5.15 pm and 6.45 pm.

7th Catisfield Brownies

Venue:  St Columba's Church Hall, Hillson Drive, Fareham, Fareham North West Ward

Time:   Mondays between 6.00 pm and 7.15 pm.

9th Catisfield Brownies

Venue:  Harrison Road Primary School, Harrison Road, Fareham, Fareham East Ward

Time:   Tuesdays between 6.00 pm and 7.15 pm.

10th Catisfield Brownies

Venue:  Orchard Lea Junior School, Kennedy Avenue, Fareham, Fareham North West Ward

Time:   Tuesdays between 5.30 pm and 7.00 pm.

For further information on the above, please contact Liz Dunning on 01329 237127

Catisfield District Guides

The venues and times for Guide pack meetings in the Catisfield District are listed as follows:

1st Catisfield Guides

Venue:  St Columba's Church Hall, Hillson Drive, Fareham, Fareham North West Ward

Time:    Mondays between 7.30 pm and 9.00 pm.

3rd Catisfield Guides

Venue:  Uplands Primary School, Morshead Crescent, Fareham, Fareham North Ward

Time:    Tuesdays between 6.15 pm and 7.45 pm.

5th Catisfield Guides

Venue:  Uplands Primary School, Morshead Crescent, Fareham, Fareham North Ward

Time:   Mondays between 6.45 pm and 8.15 pm.

11th Catisfield Guides

Venue:  Oak Meadow Primary School, Tewkesbury Avenue, Fareham, Fareham North West Ward

Time:   Thursdays between 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm.

For further information on the above, please contact Liz Dunning on 01329 237127

Catisfield District Rainbows

The venues and times for Rainbow pack meetings in the Catisfield District are listed as follows:

1st Catisfield Rainbows

Venue:  St Columba's Church Hall, Hillson Drive, Fareham, Fareham North West Ward

Time:    Wednesdays between 4.15 pm and 5.15 pm.

4th Catisfield Rainbows

Venue:  St Columba's Church Hall, Hillson Drive, Fareham, Fareham North West Ward

Time:    Fridays between 4.30 pm and 5.30 pm.

For further information on the above, please contact Liz Dunning on 01329 237127

Crofton Judo Club

Crofton Community Centre, Stubbington Lane, Stubbington

Training takes place on Friday evenings from 7.30pm to 8.45pm. The Judo Club has been established since 1973 and is one of the oldest BJA clubs in Hampshire. £2.50 per session. Contact Mr Garf Parker on tel: (023) 9250 1948 or e-mail croftonjudo@btinternet.com for more information.

Crofton Lions Club

The Crofton Pub, Crofton Lane, Stubbington

Crofton Lions Club activities are centred on the Crofton Ward which includes Stubbington, Hill Head and Peel Common. The club is part of an international organisation of approximately 1.4 million men and women who volunteer their time to humanitarian causes in their local and global communities. The motto is "We Serve" and our aim is to serve all who are less fortunate than ourselves. Every penny of the funds we raise are used for charitable purposes. We are ordinary people but, collectively, we can achieve amazing things!

Crofton Lions meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm (from time to time also on the fourth Tuesday).

No admission fee. Members do however pay a monthly subscription (currently £5).

Contact Reg Norton on tel: 01329 663661 or e-mail reg4croftonlions@aol.com.

Crofton School of Shotokan Karate

Crofton School

The Karate Club meets on Mondays 7pm - 8pm Childrens class ages 6 - 8 yrs. Adult classes 16 and over 8pm - 9.15 Wednesdays 7pm - 8.00 Childrens class Adults class 7pm - 8.30 Adults class 7pm - 8.30.

For further information please contact 01329 315181, Mobile:  07858 153148 or email:  alan@croftonshotokan.co.uk

Diabetes UK Fareham Group

The Hall, Holy Trinity Church, West Street, Fareham

We are a support group which meets monthly to learn more about managing diabetes with confidence, to raise funds for research, to share experiences and to campaign for better services. All welcome.

Meetings are on the first Thursday evening of each month, from 7.30pm to 9.00pm, but not during August.

Contact Raymond on 01329 664722.

Fareham Flower Club

Wallington Village Hall, Broadcut, Wallington

Each meeting involves either a demonstration of flower arranging by a trained demonstrator or a workshop for learning a new skill. Flower arranging competitions. Visitors most welcome. Membership annually £25. Meeting 2nd Thursday of each month except August.

Contact Mrs Christine Watts on 01329 826785

Fareham and Gosport Plus

Fareham Pub, Trinity St, Fareham

Fareham and Gosport Plus is a social club for people aged 18-36 which meets at the Fareham Pub, Trinity St, Fareham on Tuesday evenings at 9pm. Activities include bowling, cinema, meals out, walks, etc. The club also organises weekend events and holidays. New members are always welcome. For further details see www.farehamandgosportplus.hampshire.org.uk. (This is an external hyperlink)

Fareham Heathens Rugby Club

Cams Alders Recreation Ground, Palmerston Drive, Fareham

Formed in the early '70s, Fareham Heathens has developed a reputation for friendliness and excellence. We run at least three senior teams, plus a vets, the club is building its youth program and is expanding rapidly. We have commenced specific age group training, and currently have a growing group of children that turn up each Sunday and take part in our sessions. We are always looking out for new players from 6 - 16 years old, so why don't you come down and meet us; give the game a try (no pun intended there). We are currently catering for the under 7, under 8, under 9, under 10, under 11, under 12, under 13, under 14 and under 16 (school years reception, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 11) age groups. Come along on Sunday mornings 10.00am - 12.00 noon and see what we do. No previous experience of rugby necessary. We have a large car park and a clubhouse and bar. Also we have a fully floodlit pitch, enabling us to host games in the evening, as well as providing us with a superb training area.

Seniors (16 upwards) meet Tuesday and Thursday 7.00pm - 9.00pm and Youth (6 to 16) meet Sunday 10.00am - 12 noon. For more information e-mail rugby@farehamheathens.co.uk.

Fareham School of Gymnastics

Portchester Community School, Neville Lovett Community School and Oak Meadow Family Centre

The Club caters for girls and boys who wish to learn the basics in gymnastics. The Club also runs advanced and competitive groups. The floor, vault, trampette, bar and beam are just some of the exciting activities to be offered to all its members.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 4-7pm. One hour sessions ages 4 to 11+. Toddler Gym and Pre-school Gym Thursday afternoons Oak Meadow Family Centre. £3.50 per session. Please call 01329 312437 for more information.

Fareham Shorinji Kempo

Spirit Health Club, Holiday Inn, Cartwright Drive, Titchfield

Shorinji Kempo is more than just a self defence martial art. The training aims to develop the individual both mentally and physically. One of the basic teachings of Shorinji Kempo is that its techniques never be applied to initiate an attack but are used only for the purpose of self defence. Shorinji Kempo consists of 'Goho' hard and 'Juho' soft techniques. Goho comprising punches, kicks, dodges and blocks. Juho locks, holds and throws. Shorinji Kempo was founded in Japan in 1947 by a Zen monk, Doshin So. Today Shorinji Kempo is one of the most popular martial arts in Japan.

Every Friday from 7.30pm till 9.30pm. £4 per session. For more information please contact Paul Doidge on 01489 581721, or see the Fareham Shorinji Kempo website (this is an external hyperlink).

Fareham Townswomen's Guild

Holy Trinity Church Hall, West Street, Fareham

Make new friends and join our guild which is for women of all ages. At our meetings we have public speakers, a raffle table, book stall and time for a chat. We also try to arrange coach trips throughout the year.

Meetings take place on the second Wednesday of the month at 2.00pm.  Visitors £1 (for 2 visits) then £23 for the whole year.

Contact June Riley on tel: 01329 233907 or e-mail: june_riley@tiscali.co.uk. All correspondence to be sent to: June Riley, 8 Bath Lane, Fareham, PO16 0DJ.

Generation 2 Table Tennis Club

Main Sports Hall, Neville Lovett School, St Annes Grove, Fareham  PO14 1JJ

A "ClubMark" accredited club offering a full range of competitive, coaching facilities.

Meetings take place on Mondays and Fridays from 7.00pm until 9.30pm.  £130 per annum.

Contact Charlie Childs on tel: 01329 282648.

Happy Memories Scrapbooking Club

Fareham Community Church, West Street, Fareham

Just what you need to sort out the backlog of family photos. Save money by sharing resources, share ideas, make new friends, learn new techniques. Fun filled meetings. Normally on a Saturday from 11.00am till 4.00pm. £8 per meeting. Contact Lourentia Doyle for information about upcoming meetings on 01329 230581.

Julia's Aerobics

Priory Park Community Hall, Locks Heath

High and Low Impact Aerobics Classes, including floor work, thighs, bums and tums. Classes take place on Wednesdays at 7.30pm. Cost £3.20. For further details call 01489 578272 or contact delladeb@gleed2.fsnet.co.uk

JUSE (Gosport Amateur Operatic Society Junior Section)

Crofton Community Centre, Stubbington Lane, Stubbington

Junior Operatic Society for children 8 to 16 years.  Tuesdays at 6.30 pm.  Please call Sue Macfarlan on 01329 665075 or visit the Gosport Amateur Operatic Society Junior Section website (this is an external hyperlink) for more information.

Kartwheels Gymnastics Club

Abshot Community Centre, Kelsey Close, Titchfield Common

Gymnastics classes for all ages.
British Gymnastics Gymmark accredited Club, officially recognised as a safe, effective & child friendly club.

Monday - 1pm to 1.40pm - Toddler Gym (under 3's)

Monday - 1.45 to 2.30pm - Pre-school Gymnastics (age 3-5)

Monday - 5.30 to 7pm - 9-Teen Gym (9 to teenagers)

Mon & Wed - 3.45 to 4.45pm - Over 5's Gymnastics

Tuesday - 3.45 to 4.45pm - Hook-with-Warsash after school club

Thursday - 3.20-4.20pm - Redlands after school club

Prices, £3.50 per 1 hour session and £3 Parent & Toddler (pay as you come)

Please call Kirsty Lynas - 07930 848442 or email kirsty_lynas@hotmail.co.uk

Line Dancing

Line Dancing for Fun at Orchard Lea Infants School Hall, Kennedy Avenue, Fareham.  £3 per week.  Starts Tuesday 30 September 2008 (time to be confirmed).  To book your place please call 01329 845763 and speak to Michelle or Barbara.

Locks Heath Gymnastics Club

Lockswood Community Centre, Locks Heath and Brookfield Community School, Sarisbury Green

Pathway to children's health, fitness and fun. This thriving club has achieved an excellent reputation in providing a programme through which children develop physical literacy, social skills and healthy lifestyles. British Gymnastics Gymmark accreditation and is an officially approved safe, effective and child-friendly club.

Gymtots, Fun 4 Baby and Gyminis sessions at various times on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at the Lockswood Community Centre. Gyminis sessions at Brookfield Community School on Tuesdays.

£3.90 a session. Please call 01630 657363 for further information.

Moves Fitness

Crofton School, Stubbington

Dance style aerobics taught by Zoe. All routines have high & low impact versions so these classes are suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Bring a bottle of water, weights if you have them and a mat/towel.

Wednesday at 6.30pm for an hour. £4 per class. Please contact Zoe on 023 9251 3656.

Pawsability

Portchester

Dog training, puppy pre school, Kennel Club Good Citizens, Clicker accredited trainer for "Dog Aid" disability assistance dogs. Small fun classes using reward-based method. Canine multi-sports for the family dog promoting responsible dog ownership.

Sunday mornings and Tuesday evenings in the summer. £5 per session.

Contact 01329 311304 for more information.

Royal British Legion

Hill Park Memorial Working Men's Club, Highlands Road, Fareham

Fareham branch of the Royal British Legion.

Branch Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 7.30 pm. All are welcome.

Please call 01329 319461 for more information.

Socatots

St Mary's Church, Warsash

Socatots is a play programme for girls and boys, age - crawling to 5 years. Working with balls, hoops, skittles, domes and parachutes to teach balance and co-ordination. Children also learn colours, numbers, shapes, letters and more. Come and join in a fun 45 minute session for baby, child and parent. Booking required. Call 01489 559557 or email michelle@socatots for more details.

Solent Martial Arts Academies

Crofton Community Centre, Brookfield Community School and Portchester Community Centre

Solent Martial Arts Academies is a member of the British Ju Jitsu Association (BJJAGB) - the official governing body for ju jitsu in the United Kingdom. Shihan Martin Rogers is one of the best-known and most highly respected teachers in the martial arts world today. For more information, see www.ukjujitsu.com (this is an external hyperlink). A variety of payment schemes are available with free trial sessions and family discounts. Please contact 01329 221512 (office hours) or e-mail martin242@ntlworld.com.

Mon to Thurs - Crofton Community Centre

Little Warriors 5.15pm - 6.15pm

Youth Martial Arts 6.30pm - 8.00pm

Adult Classes 8.00pm - 9.30pm

Weds - Brookfield Community School

Little Warriors and Youth Martial Arts 6.15pm - 8.00pm

Fri - Portchester Community Centre

Little Warriors and Youth Martial Arts 7.30pm - 8.30pm

Adult Classes - 8.30pm - 10.00pm

Solent Sounds Ladies Chorus

Fareham Methodist Church Hall, Kings Road, Fareham

A ladies chorus who sing in an unaccompanied and fun barbershop style. The chorus is open to all ages 14-80 and meets on Tuesdays at 7.30pm. For more information, including fees, please call the Membership Secretary, Margaret Hockey, on 01329 843998.

Soroptimist International of Gosport, Fareham and District

Business meetings at Lysses Hotel High Street, Fareham and speaker meetings at Cams Hall Golf Club, Fareham

Soroptimist International is an organisation for women in management and the professions. It is committed to voluntary service of local, national and international communities. Twice monthly meetings - a business meeting on the 1st Thursday (except January and August) and a speaker/supper meeting on the 3rd Thursday (except April, August and December). Both meetings start at 7.30pm. Club fees are £95 per year. For more information email: coward.mrc@tiscali.co.uk or tel: 01489 880399.

Public Speaking with Solent Speakers

Titchfield Community Centre, Mill Street, Titchfield

Does the prospect of public speaking give you the collywobbles? Do you want to improve your vocal performance? Want to get your message across more persuasively? Are you a community based organisation needing help? If so, you could try Solent Speakers, a community club based in Fareham. They provide structured practice in delivering speeches in an informal atmosphere, with constructive feedback. Club meetings are held fortnightly at 7.15pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. For further details call Robin Chawner on 07798 638541.

Titchfield Bridge Club

Titchfield Community Centre, Mill Street, Titchfield

Duplicate Bridge played in a friendly atmosphere. Visitors welcomed. Partners can be provided by prior arrangement. Car parking and facilities for the disabled. Meetings take place on Mondays and Wednesdays 7.00pm to 10.30pm. Further details are available from the Secretary, Lesley Bolam, telephone 01329 826484.

Victory Amateur Boxing Club

Stubbington 1st Scout Hall, Bells Lane, Stubbington

The boxing club is aimed at young people from age 10, and presently involves two training sessions per week. Charges are £2.50 per session (£3.50 for age 17 and over), plus a yearly membership fee of £10 payable after a trial period. Training sessions are Friday evening 7.00pm till 8.30pm and Sunday mornings 10.00am till noon. For further information contact Leigh Medway on 07786 691603 or 01329 311262.

Volleyball Club

Portchester School, White Hart Lane, Portchester

Takes place every Wednesday 8.00pm unit 9.00pm. If you're looking for some gentle exercise join an informal group of '40 - 60 somethings' for an hours knockabout. Admission £35 (per term) or £3 per session. For further details contact patandalex@po168nz.freeserve.co.uk.

Warsash Sea Cadets - TS Tormentor

Warsash Maritime Academy, Newtown Road, Warsash SO31 9ZL

A charitable uniformed youth organisation based on the traditions and standards of the Royal Navy. Open to boys and girls aged 12-18, with a Junior Section for 10-12 years. Activities include sailing, canoeing, powerboating, offshore seamanship training, mechanical engineering, radio communications, cook/steward studies, drill and ceremonial. In addition the Sea Cadets also encourages good citizenship and provides worthwhile qualifications (including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and BTEC).

6.45pm - 9.15pm Tuesdays and Thursdays; Juniors (age 10-12 years) 6.45pm - 9.15pm. £1.50 per night. For further information contact warsashmssc@yahoo.co.uk or call 07907 367296 on meeting nights.

 

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