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Archery

Watching the satisfying swoosh of your arrow speeding through the air and landing in the target – there’s nothing else like it!  All kit is provided, and sessions are led by our qualified Archery GB instructors.  Our fun and engaging sessions are fully inclusive with activities tailored to individual needs.  

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Climbing

Climbing is not only a fun and challenging sport but provides tremendous health benefits by improving strength and flexibility.       

                                

The climbing walls are great for children and young people of all abilities that want a challenge. The walls offer different angles, routes and problems that will ensure each member of the group is challenged.  

 

All kit is provided, and sessions are led by qualified instructors.  Our Tuesday session is supported by a youth worker, and our Saturday session is a parent-led activity where a parent/carer must stay and supervise their child.  

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clip & climb

Novice to expert, mountains of fun, our Clip and Climb sessions are thrilling and challenging.  With walls towering over 8m in height and loads of challenges to get struck into, there are new ways to climb every time you visit. 

 

All kit is provided.  Young people must be able to attend independently or have a parent/carer stay on-site.  ​

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CYCLING

Our cycling project is a community resource helping young people with additional needs the opportunity to have fun cycling, by offering access to a range of adapted cycles.  Our hire scheme is available to individuals with additional needs, families and organisations (schools, day centres or clubs).  

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fencing

Fencing is a varied and exciting combat sport.  It’s a great way to give your mind and body a workout (and best of all you get to hit people with swords!).  ​ 

 

All kit is provided, and sessions are led by qualified British Fencing Coaches and supported by Youth Workers.  ​​

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jump

Join us for our fun and engaging trampolining session which is packed with things to do. Bounce with no music, less noise, and fewer people.

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KARATE

Karate is a system for training that can be used in self-defence, however Karate does not only involve techniques for fighting – it also involves mastering the arts of mental discipline and physical exercise.

 

Our classes allow for all abilities, so students are able to learn, improve and explore their capabilities. Our Sensei (Coach) has loads of knowledge and experience and are passionate and enthusiastic about the sport.

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kick about

Are you up for a kick about?  Football is a team sport that involves, to varying degrees, kicking a ball to score a goal.   

 

Our sessions are hosted on purpose-built, all-weather pitches featuring the latest Pro Turf synthetic grass.          

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laser tag

This session is ideal for those who feel energetic!  

 

Take part in the ultimate Laser Quest sci-fi action adventure and cutting-edge VR experiences! 

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ninja warrior

This session is ideal for those who feel energetic!  Expect to learn a wide and full range of parkour techniques, whilst at the same time taking inspiration from the hit TV show Ninja Warrior UK, where the aim is often to get from one end to the other, without touching the floor.

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PARKOUR

Parkour is a movement activity that promotes health and fitness while also teaching our children and young people to master their bodies and minds. It develops self-efficacy, confidence, problem-solving skills and introduces a holistic, variable movement activity into their lives. 

 

Sessions include running, jumping, climbing, vaulting, rolling and make use of our top of the range parkour equipment.

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PARKOUR ACADEMY 

 

Ideal for those who want to learn how to free run.  Train in one of the best-equipped parkour environments. This session runs once per month.

 

Sessions include running, jumping, climbing, vaulting, rolling and making use of our top-of-the range parkour equipment and are led by a Level 2 parkour coach.  

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Roller Skating

Join us with 4 wheels strapped to each foot and have some fun on our roller skating rink!  It’s a great place to let your hair down and enjoy some amazing time with family and friends.

 

All kit is provided, and sessions are led by a competent skater and supported by a youth worker.  

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​​​Scootering

Scootering is an extreme sport that involves using scooters to perform tricks. Our Scootering sessions are mainly held indoors and in skateparks.  We have our own indoor environment with obstacles such as half pipes, ramps and rails. Our sessions are held on the last Sunday of each month at Ham Youth Centre. 

 

All kit is provided and sessions are led by a coach and supported by youth workers.  

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Shooting 

Air rifle shooting is one of the most accessible forms of shooting. Our shooting sessions give young people a chance to learn the basics of safe gun handling and the art of shooting straight.

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Skateboarding

Skateboarding is an action sport that involves riding and performing tricks using a skateboard. All kit is provided and sessions are led by qualified instructors and supported by youth workers.  ​

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Snowsports

Our Adaptive Snowsports programme aims to give disabled people thrills and excitement which improves the mental and physical wellbeing of those taking part.  

 

We provide lessons on both dry slope and indoor snow. Lessons are delivered by fully qualified adapted skiing and snowboarding instructors from Disability Snowsports UK, supported by our dedicated team of youth workers. ​

 

Our Recreational Ski and Board sessions exists to enable our skiers and boarders the opportunity to practice what they have learned during lessons.  They provide young people with a safe, fun, and social environment to ski and snowboard.

 

These sessions provide competent skiers/boarders practice time on the main slope with skilled and highly motivated volunteer helpers and instructors from DSUK to assist.  

 

We provide a minibus shuttle to both venues and a TAG rep is on hand to support skiers and snowboards on and off the slope.  

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​ Stick With It

“Stick With It” is a total body workout from toes to nose.  You’ll learn an ancient fighting skill that involved a Quarter Staff.  

                                                                                      

The exercise you will be performing is low impact and the stretching is gradual.  

 

This workout involves using a broomstick as an aid for teaching your muscles; like your shoulders, arms, grip, abs, hips, and legs to work together all at once to improving your mobility, stability, and strength.  

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Watersports

Our Watersports activities are held either on a stretch of the River Thames between Teddington Lock and Kingston Bridge or on a lagoon located in Ham, which is a calm 10-acre lake connected to the River Thames by a lock. 

 

Activities may include bell boating, open canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, raft building, powerboating and sailing.  All kit is provided, and sessions are led by qualified instructors.  

 

This is a parent led activity where a parent/carer must stay and supervise their child.  

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Membership & Waiver

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In order to take part in any of our clubs, sports or arts programmes, a parent or guardian must register your child or young person as a member and complete a membership form.

 

One of our friendly Youth Workers will help guide you through the completion of the form and ask for any additional information that could help us support your child’s needs.

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Some of the sports activities are extreme sports, and there is a risk of injury whilst taking part. TAG Youth Club has appropriate insurance for all the activities it provides, and each has its own risk assessment available on request. We also employ suitably qualified leaders for each activity.

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In order for us to be compliant, each sport or activity will detail what clothing is required, and you must ensure that the appropriate clothing for the activity, including trainers, is worn. We reserve the right to refuse access to the activity if this is not adhered to.

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You will be asked to complete a waiver form before taking part.