This Girl Can 2026 – Better and Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council Launch Free Activity Programme
Better leisure centres and facilities across Welwyn Hatfield, in partnership with Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council, are proud to mark the 10th year of This Girl Can in the borough with a wide-ranging programme of free activities for women and girls.
| Tuesday 16th June | Wednesday 17th June | Thursday 18th June | Sunday 20th June |
| Kayaking age 8+ years Location: Stanborough Water Sports Centre Time 6-7pm To book click here |
Paddleboarding age 8+ years Location: Stanborough Water Sports Centre Time 7.45-9.15pm To book click here |
Weightlifting Masterclass age 16+ years Location: Hatfield Leisure Centre Time: 7-8pm Bookable soon |
Paddleboarding age 8+ years Location: Stanborough Water Sports Centre Time 1.30-3pm To book click here |
| Tennis age 12 - 16 years Location: Gosling Sports Park (outdoors) Time: 5-6pm To book email Phil.Martin@GLL.org |
Tennis age under 8 years Location: Gosling Sports Park (indoors) Time: 4-5pm To book email Phil.Martin@GLL.org |
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| Tennis age 18+ years Location: Gosling Sports Park (outdoors) Time: 6-7pm To book email Phil.Martin@GLL.org |
Skiing age 6+ years Location: Gosling Sports Park Ski Slope Time: 5.30-7.30pm To book email GoslingSki.Enquiries@GLL.org |
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| Gymnastics all ages Location: Gosling Sports Park Time: 7-9pm To book email Steve.Beirne@GLL.org |
Important information:
Kayaking & Paddleboarding
• Only for age 8+
• You must be a competent swimmer and be confident in the water wearing a buoyancy aid.
• Must bring closed toe shoes to get wet and a spare change of clothes.
• Wetsuits available.
• Free parking available for this session, please enter your car reg when booking the ticket.
Tennis
There will be fun games, skills and activities on court and no prior tennis experience is needed. Please wear comfortable clothes, bring a water bottle and we supply all the equipment including rackets.
Skiing
A session for women and girls to give skiing a try for the first time or improve on skills they have already learnt. All participants must wear long sleeves, long trousers and a pair of gloves. Bring a water bottle. Skis, boots and helmet are provided.
Gymnastics
Whether you're new to gymnastics or have some experience, this special session is designed to welcome everyone. Join us for a fun and supportive environment where you can explore movement, build confidence, and enjoy the joy of gymnastics. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.
Weightlifting
Curious about weightlifting? Join our beginner-friendly masterclass for women, focusing on technique, confidence and skills in a supportive environment, with no heavy lifting required. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.
Spaces are limited - book now, try something new and get involved in This Girl Can 2026.