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Teens (13-17) Drama Group

Drama Incorporated @ St Martins Church Hall, Allenton, Derby, DE24 9BH

"Drama Incorporated” is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit amateur dramatics group, based in Allenton, Derby, United Kingdom.

We cater for Kids aged 7+, Teens aged 12-17, and Adults 18+.

Every year, the group organises an Annual Summer Show in July and a Pantomime in January, with participation open to all members. The group is friendly, supportive and inclusive, and is open to anyone from the local community.

Wednesday

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Alvaston

Youth Club (11-16)

Breadsall Youth Club @ Fieldsway Crescent, Breadsall, Derby, DE21 4EW

Community youth club in Breadsall for ages 11–16 held at Fieldsway Crescent. Sessions run on Thursday and Friday evenings.

Friday

6:15pm - 21:15pm

Chaddesden

Juniors Boxing (aged 9-17 years)

Derby City Boxing Academy, Stockbrook Street, Derby DE22 3WH

Juniors (9-17yrs), £3.00per session (Please ring prior for availability)

For more information contact: 07903 247596 or 01332 344380
https://www.facebook.com/derbycityboxingacademy

Friday

6pm-7.30pm

Stockbrook

Multi-sport Activity

Sporting Communities @ Normanton Park MUGA, Warwick Avenue, DE23 8DA

Our activities vary each session depending on ages and the young people’s interests. Some of our sessions are heavily sport based, whereas some are more youth club based. Our aim is to use sport as a tool to engage young people within the communities, but we offer more activities than just sport.

Friday

5pm - 7pm

Normanton

Centre Stage Theatre Arts Juniors (7-10)

Centre Stage Theatre Arts @ Chellaston Academy, Swarkestone Rd, Chellaston, Derby DE73 5UB

In the Juniors group, children dive deeper into the world of theatre, singing, and dance. They begin to learn more structured techniques while continuing to develop their performance skills. As they progress, they work on larger productions, giving them the chance to shine on stage in full-scale performances. This group also introduces them to performance exams, helping them build valuable skills for the future.

Friday

5:45pm - 7:30pm

Chellaston & Shelton Lock

Centre Stage Theatre Arts Seniors (14+)

Centre Stage Theatre Arts @ Chellaston Academy, Swarkestone Rd, Chellaston, Derby DE73 5UB

In the Seniors group, students take their performance skills to the next level. This is where everything comes together, from advanced acting methods to powerful vocal performances and dynamic dance routines. Seniors are heavily involved in our full-scale productions and are often preparing for auditions, exams, and even professional opportunities. These sessions are designed to refine their skills and prepare them for future careers in the arts or simply for the joy of performing at a high level.

Friday

6:15pm - 8:45pm

Chellaston & Shelton Lock

DK Youth Theatre (12-14 years)

Drama Kids @ St Nicholas Church, Allestree Lane, Allestree, DE22 2JN

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Friday

5pm - 6pm

Allestree

Fresh Start - 11-18 years

Baby People @Derwent Family Hub

Learn how to make beats, write lyrics Develop your rapping and vocals, and unlock your potential. Open for free to all young people aged between 13-19. No booking is necessary, just turn up.

For more information, please contact office@babypeople.co.uk

Thursday

5pm-7pm

Chaddesden

Wicketz (girls only - age 8-19 years)

Derbyshire Cricket Foundation @ Lees Brook Academy, DE21 4QX

Wicketz sessions provide FREE opportunities for girls aged 8-19 to get involved in cricket!🏏

Venue: Lees Brook Academy
Every Tuesday, 5pm-6pm

Contact mitchell.adlington@dcfcricket.com for more info!

Tuesday

5pm-6pm

Oakwood

Basketball Club

Derby Trailblazers @ Clarence Wiggins Sports Centre,
Noel-Baker L.E.A.D Academy,
Bracknell Drive, Alvaston, Derby, DE24 0BT

We’re always looking to welcome new faces at Derby Trailblazers. Whether you’re a youth or senior player, beginner or experienced, looking for competitive action or merely something recreational, get involved in our supportive community-run basketball programme and enjoy all the benefits basketball has to bring.

We have a wide array of teams, ranging from our Minis programme, U14 (Boys and Girls), U16 (Boys and Girls), U18 (Conference and Premier), D4 Men’s, D2 Women’s and D1 Men’s.

If you are interested in getting involved, or have any questions, please get in touch via our e-mail at trailblazersderby@gmail.com

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Alvaston

Youth Theatre (15-20 years)

Drama Kids @ St Nicholas Church, Allestree Lane, Allestree, DE22 2JN

The Allestree Youth Theatre class is held weekly on a Friday evening at the St Nicholas Church for children ranging from 15 - 20 years old.

Through structured hour-long lesson plans, Drama Kids helps children to improve confidence, develop language skills, and build self-esteem, all whilst having lots of fun and making new friends.

The terms fees are calculated based on £10.50 per weekly session.

Friday

6pm - 7pm

Allestree

Multi-sport Activity

Sporting Communities @ Mickleover Community Pavillion, Vicarage Rd, Mickleover, Derby DE3 0ED

Our activities vary each session depending on ages and the young people’s interests. Some of our sessions are heavily sport based, whereas some are more youth club based. Our aim is to use sport as a tool to engage young people within the communities, but we offer more activities than just sport.

Thursday

7pm - 8pm

Mickleover

Girls only Cricket Sessions - 8-15 years

Derbyshire Cricket Foundation @ Derby Moor Academy, Moorway Lane, DE23 2FS

*Tape ball cricket
*Free coaching
*No equipment needed
*Wear what you are comfortable in
*Run by female coaches

Contact Pete Boot for more information - 07891 884145 or pete.boot@dcfcricket.com

Monday

5pm-6pm

Blagreaves

Little Diggers Garden Club

Digging the Dirt Community Garden, Nunsfield House, Boulton Lane, DE24 0FD

Running on 3rd Saturday of the month from 10am-12pm.

Free gardening fun and learning for ages 2-12.

Parents will need to attend with their child, not leave them at the club and return to collect.

All volunteers are DBS checked, and trained to work with young people with additional needs or disabilities.

For more information contact: info@diggingthedirt.org

Saturday

10am-12pm (monthly - 3rd Saturday of the month)

Alvaston

Youth Club (11-16)

Breadsall Youth Club @ Fieldsway Crescent, Breadsall, Derby, DE21 4EW

Community youth club in Breadsall for ages 11–16 held at Fieldsway Crescent. Sessions run on Thursday and Friday evenings.

Thursday

6pm - 9pm

Chaddesden

Centre Stage Theatre Arts Intermediates (11-13)

Centre Stage Theatre Arts @ St Benedicts School, Duffield Rd, Darley Abbey, Derby DE22 1JD

Our Intermediates are growing into more confident performers, learning more advanced acting, singing, and dance techniques. They start working on more challenging material and play a bigger role in our productions. At this stage, they are encouraged to focus on individual strengths while still building on teamwork and performance confidence. This group prepares students for auditions and more advanced exams.

Wednesday

6:15pm - 8:45pm

Darley

The Invisible Friends Choir (age 8 - 30)

The Invisible Friends @ Oakleigh Avenue Community Room, Chaddesden, DE21 6NR

The Invisible Friends (TIF) is a registered UK charity (1172532) supporting & raising awareness of Hidden/Invisible Illnesses/Disabilities, particularly within our younger generation

Through the power & creativity of music, the TIF Choirs (Age range: 8 - 30-year-olds) sing at a variety of events all over the UK, to raise awareness of such conditions & to become the voice for those currently suffering in silence.

As a Charity, their goal is to continue to set up TIF Choirs in different towns & cities across the UK, to reach out to as many young people as they can & to help educate society at large surrounding acknowledging, accepting & appreciating the existence of Hidden/Invisible Illnesses/Disabilities

They also encourage the importance of inclusion & integration towards those living with an Invisible Illness/Disability, those living with a Visible Illness/Disability & indeed the non-disabled too.

Choir Rehearsals take place every Friday evening from 6:00pm - 7:30pm & are held at Oakleigh Avenue Community Room in Chaddesden, Derby.

Friday

6pm-7.30pm

Chaddesden

Fresh Start - 11-18 years

Baby People @ Heart of the Park Cafe, Derby Arboretum (Arboretum Park)
12 Arboretum St, Derby DE23 8FN

Learn how to make beats, write lyrics Develop your rapping and vocals, and unlock your potential, Wednesday 5pm-7pm Open for free to all young people aged between 13-19 years.

For more information, please contact office@babypeople.co.uk

Wednesday

5pm-7pm

Arboretum

Youth Group - 13-19 years

Derbyshire LGBT+, 25 Curzon Street, DE1 1LH

We run several in-person youth groups every week! Supported by Children in Need, these groups are a fun, safe space for any LGBT+ person aged 13-19. Our youth groups are lead by qualified, experienced LGBT+ staff that are DBS checked, with active safeguarding procedures to protect attendees. These groups are held all across Derbyshire so get in touch to find out more!

YouthServices@derbyshirelgbt.org.uk

Saturday

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City Centre

Youth Group - mild to moderate disability

Umbrella, Annie's Place, DE22 3HQ

Open to children aged 11 – 18 who have a mild to moderate disability, requiring no 1 to 1 support.

Activities have included movie & popcorn nights, arts & crafts, and the Umbrella Bake Off!
Some activities out in the local community.

Location is Annie's Place, DE22 3HQ.

Tuesday

6.30pm-8.30pm

Abbey

Open Space - young people drop in

Safe and Sound @
8 Bold Lane, Derby, DE1 3NT

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Monday

3pm - 5pm

City Centre

Boxfit (boys only)

Safe and Sound at Cotton Lane Youth Hub, DE24 8GG

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Friday

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Sinfin & Osmaston

Fresh Start - 11-18 years

Baby People @ Sinfin Family Hub

Learn how to make beats, write lyrics Develop your rapping and vocals, and unlock your potential.
Open for free to all young people aged between 13-19 years. No booking is necessary, just turn up.

For more information, please contact office@babypeople.co.uk

Tuesday

5pm-7pm

Sinfin & Osmaston

Fresh Start - 11-18 years

Baby People @ Derwent Family Hub, Monmouth Street, Chaddesden, DE21 6BD

Learn how to make beats, write lyrics Develop your rapping and vocals, and unlock your potential. Thursday 5pm-7pm. Open for free to all young people aged between 13-19 years.

For more information, please contact office@babypeople.co.uk

Thursday

5pm-7pm

Chaddesden

Umbrella Raindrops Choir

Umbrella

The Choir is open to children and young people with disabilities and their siblings. Parents/Carers welcome to stay and sing too!

The Raindrops is a wonderful young person led Choir, with the group putting forward songs they would like to sing. The Choir is very relaxed; there are no auditions and all singing abilities are welcome.

The Umbrella Raindrops are now quite famous following their appearance on BBC’s Children In Need show in 2018. They sang live from Derby’s Quad Centre!

Monday

6pm-7pm

Mackworth & New Zealand

Adult Fencing Sessions (13+)

Foiled Again @ Allestree Woodlands School, Blenheim Drive, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2LW

Foiled Again welcomes both beginners and more experienced fencers, meeting on Friday nights in Allestree, Derby. We run beginner’s classes for adults and children (minimum age 8), as well as sessions where more experienced fencers can hone their skills in foil, epee and sabre.

Adults (aged 13 and above) who have completed a beginners course with us or elsewhere, or who are more experienced fencers, are welcome to join the Adult Beginners for a warm up and footwork from 7.15pm..

Friday

7:15pm - 9pm

Allestree

Swimming Club

Derby Phoenix Swimming Club @ Lonsdale Swimming Pool, 41 Bishop Lonsdale Way, Derby, Derbyshire, DE3 9DF

Derby Phoenix Swimming Club is a competitive organisation which aims to train young swimmers of all abilities to attain a high standard of competitive achievement, and at the same time enjoy themselves. Throughout the year the Club competes in a regular programme of team galas, both locally and across the Midlands region. The Club also competes each year in the Derbyshire County Championships. Derby Phoenix encourages any swimmer who meets the required standard to take up the opportunity to train with and swim for Derventio Excel, Derbyshire’s elite squad.

Contact membership@derbyphoenix.com for more information

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Mickleover

Dodgeball Club (6-11)

RS Coaching @ Derby Arena, Velodrome at Pride Park, Royal Way, Derby, DE24 8JB

RS Coaching have been running Derby Dodgeball since 2015 across Derbyshire delivering inclusive and competitive aspects of the sport.

- For boys and girls 6-11 years old
- All abilities catered for
- Coaching structured around fun & confidence building

£4 per session or £24.50 for 7 week course.

For more information: info@rs-coaching.co.uk or 07968 563 797

Monday

6pm - 7pm

Alvaston

Kids (7-12) Drama Group

Drama Incorporated @ St Martins Church Hall, Allenton, Derby, DE24 9BH

“Drama Incorporated” is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit amateur dramatics group, based in Allenton, Derby, United Kingdom.

We cater for Kids aged 7+, Teens aged 12-17, and Adults 18+.

Every year, the group organises an Annual Summer Show in July and a Pantomime in January, with participation open to all members. The group is friendly, supportive and inclusive, and is open to anyone from the local community.

Wednesday

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Alvaston

Homework Club

Safe and Sound at Cotton Lane Youth Hub, DE24 8GG

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Thursday

6pm - 7:30pm

Sinfin & Osmaston

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Community Action Derby (CA) acts as an overarching, independent body for the Derby Youth Alliance. CA is a registered charity (number 1043482) providing support and guidance for voluntary and community groups, and a company limited by guarantee (number 994798) registered in England at 30 Charnwood Street, Derby DE1 2GU.

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