These groups regularly use the Homewood Halls:
Adventure Group
We are a group of people who enjoy being out of doors- walking, cycling etc. Adventure means different things to different people and everyone can choose the right level for them.
We have a regular programme of Wednesday evenings and weekend events. The Wednesday evenings are slide shows, talks, quizzes, meals, and walks or cycle rides in the summer.
At weekends we have a walk or cycle ride on Sunday and each month there is at least one weekend trip away to explore the countryside. There are no charges for these events other than the costs incurred, i.e. accommodation, food and transport.
More details can be found on our website www.stalbansadventuregroup.org.uk or contact enquiries@stalbansadventuregroup.org.uk
Wednesday Badminton
Wednesday Badminton Club has been playing for over 30 years at Homewood URC on Wednesday evenings throughout the year except for June, July and August. We are approx. 16 members spanning the decades – mostly with some experience of badminton before joining. We enjoy the game plus social chatter. Vacancies arise from time to time and we welcome enquires from anyone who might be interested in joining us.
Contact Bob on 01727 866619 or robertpadget@btinternet.com for more information.
Irish Dancing Classes
For children age 4+ from Beginners to advanced level. The Academy aims to provide a happy and friendly environment in which children will enjoy learning all aspects of Irish dancing and be inspired to achieve.
Classes are on Saturdays and Wednesdays age 4+ from beginners to advanced
* Register by email to get the first lesson FREE, limited spaces available *
Contact details: email: walshacademy@hotmail.co.uk or Call: 07803375348, website www.irish-dancing.webs.com
Penny Waterman School of Dance (Homewood)
DO YOU HAVE A LITTLE ONE THAT CAN’T KEEP STILL – ALWAYS ON THE GO!? Why not channel that energy into DANCE.
We at the Penny Waterman School of Dance provides Ballet, Disco/Jazz, Street Jazz and Musical Theatre classes for children aged 2 – 17 in St Albans (and nearby towns & villages) and Ballet to Adults.
For more information or to book a trial class, please or go to our website:
Please read our “Testimonials” from other parents!
Rock Choir
Rock Choir offers an alternative experience to the traditional classical or community choir, pioneering a new approach to vocal training and entertainment. We offer the general public the chance to sing pop, rock and chart songs with no entry audition, no requirements to read music or have any previous singing experience. Rock Choir is for anyone who just loves to sing! New members are always very welcome and anyone interested in joining can try a FREE 90-minute taster session.
Homewood Road sessions are as follows during term time:
Wednesdays 9.45-11.15am
Thursdays 7.30-9pm and 8-9.30pm
Abigail Harris – St Albans, Hertford & Watford Rock Choir Leader
Enquiries: 01252 714276
Evening Rehearsal Orchestra St Albans
We are a group of about 35 players meeting on Monday evenings, about 36 times a year. The music which we play is mainly from the classical orchestral repertoire. No auditions are required and we do not give public concerts. We do, however, play through what we have been practicing at the end of each term as though it were a concert.
New members are welcome. Please see our website for more details – www.stalbans-ero.org.uk
St Albans Macular Group
We meet the second Tuesday of the month at 2.00pm at St Albans URC – Homewood and there is parking available. The group is friendly and welcomes everyone with sight impairment/ low vision. We provide a guest speaker each meeting, tea and an opportunity to socialise and occasional trips. For further information please contact Cheri Hunter on 07505 770210 or email cherihunter2323@gmail.com
Herts School of Tai Chi Chuan
At Herts School of Tai Chi Chuan, we teach Tai Chi to cultivate physical health, emotional well-being, and mindful awareness (mindfulness). We encourage people to make it a daily exercise (or practice) for body and mind. In the body, it relaxes tension and develops energy, strength, and flexibility. In the mind, it calms anxiety and develops awareness and control of attention. It is never too late (or too early) to start Tai Chi – the movements are gentle, and the focus is on applying internal principles rather than achieving external goals.
Next Stage Choir
Next Stage Choir is led by professional musical director, Russell Scott, and is formed of around 130 singers across 3 choir locations; Marlow, St Albans and Aylesbury. The choir has recorded three commercial albums, toured Sweden, Austria, and most recently the US where it was featured on national TV. It also opened an MLB baseball game for the Arizona Diamondbacks. The choir performs regularly around the UK and welcomes new members. The choir is friendly and fun, and works to a high standard whilst enjoying the mix of music from pop and rock to musicals and film music. More information can be found at www.nextstagechoir.com
St Albans Symphony Orchestra
St Albans Symphony Orchestra brings together professional and amateur musicians of a high standard from Hertfordshire and beyond. The Orchestra is developing into one of the UK’s leading non-professional ensembles. We present a full season of large-scale concerts in St Albans and the surrounding region. These include major symphonic repertoire, concertos with leading soloists, and an annual New Year concert in St Albans Cathedral.
For news and up-to-date information, visit us on the web at www.saso.org.uk
SASO has occasional vacancies for musicians of a good standard, especially strings, and opportunities to deputise or play as an extra. We rehearse on a Wednesday evening from 7.30 pm to 10 pm. Please contact: secretary@saso.org.uk
Tuesday Badminton
Our friendly ladies’ badminton club (which was formed at least 50 years ago) meets every Tuesday – in school term time only – from 9am to 11am. We are mostly of an average standard and we enjoy our games – whilst not taking them too seriously! – with plenty of social chat in between. Most of our players are long-standing members of the club. However, we welcome enquiries from anyone interested in joining us. If you fancy some healthy exercise, in good company, and are not a complete novice at badminton or tennis (ie. you’ve at least wielded a racquet in the garden!) , do come along for a ‘taster’ session .
Contact Sue on 07717 833485
DanceCore
Adult Dance Fitness Classes- Fridays 12-1pm during term time.
DanceCore is a workout for the Body, Mind & Soul, helping to increase core strength, mobility and coordination.
Short, fun, easy to follow sequences incorporating different styles of dance to uplifting music. No dance experience necessary.
Please contact info@dancecore.co.uk
www.dancecore.co.uk
Caledonian Dancers (Homewood)
The Caledonian Dancers meet most Friday evenings 8 – 10 p.m. from early September to end May for an evening of Scottish Country Dancing to recorded music. Scottish Country Dancing is a sociable and fun activity giving both physical and mental exercise and the opportunity to make new friends. You don’t need to come with a partner and will find yourself dancing with different people throughout the evening. We dance in sets of 3 or 4 ‘couples’ per set. No special dress is required – just soft shoes. No previous experience needed – you will be helped by the teacher and other dancers. Your first session will be free and thereafter £4 (currently) per evening.
Why not give it a go – just come along or contact our secretary (viviennecdavis@ yahoo.co.uk)