The Thomas Gifford Room can cater for all types of small class or studio sports, therapies, dance, martial arts and general wellbeing activities. It has a sprung floor, mirrors and a dance barre. Curtains and blinds can be drawn so that it is fully private.
The classes currently on offer are listed below together with the contact for the course leader. Generally the instructor will book and pay for the hire of the room and you will pay them directly, unless stated otherwise. Please contact the instructor if you would like to join any of the classes.
If you would like to set up a class or book the Thomas Gifford Room on a regular basis for a class, please email: info@charlburycommunitycentre.org.uk
You may be interested to know how our air handling system works. It is very efficient and it does not recyle the air. It draws in fresh air as described here. This is an important point for your safety in these times.
We are offering five exercise/circuits classes every week. All these classes can now be done in the community centre, but the Mon, Wed and Fri classes will simultaneously be done over Zoom, so you can still choose to do these ones at home if you prefer.
You will need to download “Zoom” onto your computer/tablet/phone to see the session. This is really easy and takes about 1 minute. You can do this before by signing up to Zoom clicking on the link https://zoom.us/pricing (it’s free) or alternatively, simply click on the invite and follow the instructions, just before you want to join the session. For circuits, you will need dumbbells or weights of some kind (water filled milk containers are fine) and a mat. This is the link to all classes – just click on this a few minutes before the class start time.
Pay for your class (if you are doing the class online) by Paypal here (if you are coming in to do the class, please pay at reception on arrival):
Some people prefer to pay directly into our bank account – this is fine as long as you put the class name in the reference section. The details are: The Thomas Gifford Trust, s/c 090129, account: 46347925. If you are in financial difficulties, please email comms@charlburycommunitycentre.org.uk and we will waive the fee.
The meeting ID for all classes is 725 688 9379 and the password is always Jason (with a capital J). You can click on the class name to go straight to your class – you may be asked to put the password in:
Lean Gym Circuits class on Wednesday at 9am
If you have been coming to our classes, you will have already filled out this enrolment form. But if not, please download the form, fill it out and email it to jason@charlburycommunitycentre.org.uk (or drop it in at the centre) and be aware that you do the exercise at your own risk. If you have concerns about whether you can do it, please contact Jason first on 01608 811878 to discuss it.
Jason describes Line Dancing as “the most fun you’ll have with your boots on”! Though boots are not required – you can wear anything you feel comfortable in! It’s gentle exercise to music and excellent for co-ordination and memory. Why not have a go? There are now three classes a week.
Feel free to email Jason with questions and requests of dances you’d like to go over again: jason@charlburycommunitycentre.org.uk.
For those who are coming to the classes and would like to practise the dances, here is a link to YouTube videos of Jason teaching them: Jason’s line dancing catalogue
And here are link to some training for the dances we have done recently “Islands in the Stream”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbr9Lr5HzNw “King of the Road” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kVRIdATLCw “After Midnight”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDihIfXNvb8 “Kelly’s Cannibals”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSuVlaGGsTU
Pilates for core strength, mobility, flexibility and balance (of mind and body) and Barre Fit to get you moving and your heart pumping along to music. With so many classes on offer, there will be one that works for you. Currently Michele is offering
Contact & bookings Michele: 07817 890787 or michele@charlburypilates.com, or see Michele’s website for more information: https://www.charlburypilates.com
Recommended for those with osteoporosis or arthritis, and for anyone that wants to gently increase their strength and mobility, balance and posture.
Contact & bookings Sarah: 07790025506 or bodyfitpilatesuk@gmail.com, website for more information: bodyfitpilates.co.uk
Suitable for all levels. Please bring your own mat (and props should you wish to use them.)
Prices: £13 drop in ( Pay-as-you-go), £10 per class when you enrol for the whole term
Payment by Paypal or BACS in advance for 6 or 12-week blocks (your choice)
Further information, contact and bookings here.
Fitness for Seniors – Tuesdays 3-4pm
This class is aimed at increasing your strength, stability and flexibility, thus helping to prevent falls. Please contact Louise for more details or to book a place: 07879 685579 or email her on: louisebarnespt@gmail.com
Here is a YouTube video of Louise Barnes doing a Strength and Balance class at Charlbury Community Centre. You can use this to keep up your exercises at home. Simply click here.
This is a link to Generation Games home page, which gives some other classes and ideas for keeping active.
Come join the Charlbury Bulls! Due to enormous demand, we now offer two sessions:
- The super-popular session for secondary school-age players (over 10) is on Thursdays, at a new time of 5-6.15. Still only £3 per session. Come play with Alfie, Joe, Andy and Kit who can't wait to welcome you.
- Our fast-paced and exciting session for adult players (recommended age 16+) is every Friday 5-6.30, £5 per session
- There is no experience level requirement - all are welcome in both sessions!
Classes for all levels of experience
Due to huge demand, Jason has added yet another Line Dancing class! Aimed at Intermediate dancers with some experience, this additional class will be held on Wednesdays from 12.15 - 2pm
The existing classes on Tuesdays at 12 and Fridays at 11.30 will carry on - get in touch with Jason if you're a Beginner and you want to give it a try!
Run by its members for its members, Charlbury’s Community Workshop is here for everyone to use.
Open every week:
Please get in touch with our 'Youth Ambassador' Bryanna more info or if you have ideas of your own. Bring a friend and come check it out. All secondary school age young people are welcome!'
