Community Sport & Wellbeing Chelmsford

12/06/2026

🌳Play in the Park lovers listen up🌞

Play in the Park is back this summer!

Get ready for fun, games & activities for ages 3–11 – with exciting extras like inflatables, parkour and more! 🤸‍♂️

📅 Our full summer schedule is coming soon…including 2 new parks and new 'Extras' and activities.
🎟️FREE tickets go live Monday 22 June – don’t miss out!

Keep an eye on this page for updates 👀

12/06/2026

As more move into Summer, Spring into Action is wrapping up… 🌼💪
But there’s still time to get involved!

Take advantage of our FREE sessions while they’re still running – whether you’re looking to get active, try something new, or boost your wellbeing, now’s your chance.

Don’t miss out before it’s too late – come along, bring a friend, and finish strong with us! 🙌

Full directory of open days and free sessions is in the comments below

02/06/2026

Last chance to get involved! 🚨
It’s the final month of Spring into Action 🌼
Now’s your time to explore local clubs, try something new, and take advantage of FREE trials before it’s too late!
🏃‍♂️ Discover new activities
🤝 Meet great people
🔥 Kick-start your fitness journey
Don’t miss out—get involved today and make the most of it while you still can!

01/06/2026

FREE ladies only tennis lessons starting tomorrow at Lionmede Park!

We are thrilled to share the introduction of Ladies only tennis at Lionmede Park!

This welcoming social session is aimed at attracting ladies looking to start or make a return to tennis. No experience required, simply aimed to bring great fun and exercise.

The experience is free of charge, but we request you book for us to be able to ensure availability!

Running from Tuesday 2nd June through to Tuesday 21st July

Book on to our ladies' sessions using the following link: https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/ChelmsfordTennisAcademy/Coaching/Course/4013c4a7-ea36-430c-a518-370e7699f8fc

01/06/2026

Tennis at Lionmede starting tomorrow!!

CSAW has partnered with Chelmsford Tennis Academy to create the Tennis Academy Activations Sessions this summer at Lionmede Park!

With fun, friendly beginner sessions designed to get more people playing tennis in a relaxed and welcoming environment. There will be both an Under 9’s Red Ball and Under 16s Green Ball course spanning 8 weeks, beginning on Tuesday 2nd of June.

The 8-week course has a one-time cost of £40 and is aimed to teach your little one the specific skills of their age group such as confidence and basic skills for the under 9s and specific match play and technique for the under 16s.

We anticipate this will be a popular course so book now to ensure your place!

You can book the Under 9s Red Ball using this link: https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/ChelmsfordTennisAcademy/Coaching/Course/0d894ecc-1214-48d6-ae11-f26231d6d50a

And the under 16s Green Ball using this link: https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/ChelmsfordTennisAcademy/Coaching/Course/13fe1b4a-36e2-4593-9f45-b1043ab6d067

We hope to see you there!

27/05/2026

🚣‍♀️ Women‑Only Canoeing Sessions in Chelmsford! 🚣‍♀️

Fancy trying something new, getting active outdoors and meeting like‑minded people? Join Essex Slalom & Paddlesport for women‑only canoeing and kayaking sessions in a friendly supportive environment 🌿

📍 Sanford Mill, Sanford Mill Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6NY
🗓 Fridays
⏰ 10am – 12pm
✅ Perfect for beginners
✅ Build confidence on the water
✅ Led by experienced female instructors
✅ Fun, social paddles in a welcoming community

A great way to boost your wellbeing and enjoy the river this spring. Come and give it a go!

26/05/2026

🧘 Pilates with Danielle 🧘

Improve your strength, balance and mobility with welcoming Pilates classes suitable for different abilities. Whether you prefer mat‑based work or chair‑based sessions, there’s an option for you!
📍 East Hanningfield Village Hall
🗓 Tuesdays & Thursdays – 9.30am
💷 £10 PAYG
📍 Champions Manor Hall, South Woodham Ferrers
🗓 Thursdays – 11am (Chair Pilates)
💷 £7.50 PAYG
✅ Small, friendly classes
✅ Suitable for beginners
✅ Pay as you go
📲 Scan the QR code on the poster to book
📧 [email protected]
📞 07740 354217
Come along, move well, and feel the benefits of Pilates 💙

26/05/2026

💃 Get Moving with Shimmy ‘N’ Groove Fitness Classes! 💪

Looking for fun, feel‑good workouts that leave you energised and smiling? Join Lindsey from Shimmy 'n' Groove Fitness Ltd — a mix of circuits, strength, aerobic workouts and more 🌟
✅ Fun, friendly fitness sessions
✅ Suitable for all abilities
✅ Weekly classes available in person (various locations) and online
✅ A great way to boost energy, strength and confidence

Whether you’re getting back into fitness or trying something new, these classes are a brilliant way to stay active and enjoy moving your body.

📲 Contact Lindsey on 07886 721411 for the full timetable.
Get active, get grooving and feel great this spring! 🌱

25/05/2026

🏸 Try Badminton in Chelmsford – FREE Taster Session! 🏸
Looking for a fun, active sport your child can enjoy? The Badminton Academy is offering FREE taster sessions for junior players this spring.

📍 Chelmsford venues:
• Riverside Leisure Centre
• Chelmsford County High School
📅 Tuesday & Friday evenings
✅ Beginner, intermediate & advanced sessions available
✅ Friendly, qualified coaching
✅ A great way to build skills, confidence & fitness

Tuesday sessions take place at Chelmsford County High School, with Friday sessions at Riverside Leisure Centre.
Perfect chance to give badminton a go and see if it’s the right fit!
🔗www.thebadmintonacademy.org
🔗 www.chelmsford.gov.uk/spring