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Community Programmes

Albany Leisure Centre is home to a wide range of community groups, clubs, and wellbeing activities. From sports and dance to health checks and inclusive sessions, these programmes bring people together to stay active, learn new skills, and connect with others.

Please note: The community groups and clubs listed below are independant organisations that hire facilities at Albany Leisure Centre. For details about their sessions, prices, or membership, please contact the group directly.

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Al-Mu'min Youth Group

Al-Mu'min Youth Group

Al Mumin is a male-exclusive mosque group that swims at Albany Leisure Centre on a bi-weekly basis. The sessions provide a welcoming and respectful environment where members can enjoy swimming, improve fitness, and strengthen community connections through shared activity.

 

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Enfield Swimming

Enfield Swimming is a council-run service providing high-quality swimming lessons for local schools. The programme teaches essential water safety and swimming skills, helping children gain confidence, develop fitness, and enjoy learning in a safe and structured environment led by qualified instructors.

 

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First class learning

First Class Learning Enfield provides personalised, curriculum-aligned maths and English tuition for children of all ages and abilities. Through structured learning plans, supportive guidance, and regular progress assessments, it helps learners build confidence, strengthen core skills, and achieve steady, long-term academic success in a friendly, motivating environment.

 

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Adult Jiu-Jitsu

Adult Jiu-Jitsu builds strength, discipline, and confidence through the art of leverage and technique. Classes develop skill, control, and resilience for all abilities, combining practical self-defence training with a supportive approach that challenges both body and mind.

 

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Basement Arts Ballet

Basement Arts Ballet, led by Judy John-Baptiste, offers creative ballet classes that nurture technique, artistry, and confidence. Held at Albany Leisure Centre, these sessions provide a warm, community-focused space where dancers of all levels can grow and express themselves.

 

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Dragon Warriors

Dragon Warriors offers fun, structured martial arts classes for children aged 6–14. The programme teaches discipline, focus, and respect while improving fitness and coordination in a safe and encouraging environment, helping every child gain confidence and valuable life skills.

 

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North London Scuba

Founded in 1983, North London Scuba unites divers from all associations to train, socialise, and explore together. Members meet weekly for pool practice and dive trips across the UK and abroad, building confidence, skills, and lasting friendships through shared adventure.

 

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Shotokan Karate England

Led by Sensei Roger Rayner, Shotokan Karate England delivers expert, traditional karate training for all ages. Classes focus on discipline, strength, and technique in a welcoming environment, helping students build confidence and achieve personal growth through dedicated, enjoyable practice.

 

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Swim Enfield

Swim Enfield supports swimmers of all ages and levels, from beginners to national competitors. With expert coaching and tailored programmes, members develop technique, fitness, and confidence in the water while enjoying a positive, inclusive, and community-focused atmosphere.

 

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Age UK

Age UK offers a range of community activities and support for older adults. From social groups and exercise sessions to advice and wellbeing services, Age UK helps people stay active, connected, and independent in a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment.

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NHS - Pulmonary Workshop

The NHS runs a pulmonary workshop designed to support individuals with respiratory conditions. These sessions focus on improving lung health, fitness, and overall wellbeing through gentle exercise and education, helping participants manage their breathing and stay active in a supportive environment.

Venturers

Venturas is a friendly disability swim group that meets at Albany Leisure Centre on a bi-weekly basis. The sessions promote confidence, fitness, and enjoyment in the water, providing a supportive environment for swimmers of all abilities to develop and have fun.

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Community Help Point Scheme

CHiPS has been a network of ‘safe havens’ across the Borough of Enfield since 2006, where young & vulnerable people who are lost, at risk or feeling vulnerable can go in to any CHiPS marked establishments to ask for help & assistance from the community. We have around 200 CHiPS points across the borough, and our network is growing rapidly – this include schools, leisure centres, libraries & a network of shops as well as other street-front businesses.

 

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