Welcome To The Park
The Centre occupies a 15 acre site on the main bus route through Knowle. It opened in 2000 as a hub of community activity including learning, business, support services and leisure.
Local people are at the heart of everything that goes on. The buildings are set in a pleasant environment and offer good facilities to accommodate a wide range of ages and interests.
The Park tries to offer something for everyone and everyone who uses the site is seen as equally important.
The Centre sits within the Children’s and Young People’s Service (CYPS) of Bristol City Council and is run by a small management team.
The Centre is open 7 days a week.
Monday to Friday 8am – 10pm. Weekends 9am – 1pm. Extended opening times can be arranged.
Forthcoming Events / News Board
The Park Cafe is now OPEN
Pop in and sample some delicious food and drinks in a newly refurbished environment. The Cafe is open weekdays from 9am - 4pm. It is run by the organisation that run 'The Folk House' on Park Street, and will be sharing space with Square Food Foundation Cookery School.
Further details and a sample menu can be found on the Catering link on the left hand side of this page.
A new cookery school has arrived in Knowle West - SQUARE FOOD FOUNDATION.
Barny, Claire and the Cookery team have moved to The Park from their old home at Bordeaux Quay to launch The Square Food Foundation, they will be running courses in their new purpose built kitchens for adults and children as young a 6 years upwards.
To find out what's on the menu call 0117 9046679 e-mail info@squarefoodfoundation.co.uk or visit www.squarefoodfoundation.co.uk
Further details can be found on the Catering link on the left hand side of this page.
Interested in trying a new sport?
How about Archery with Bitton Archers at The Park. They meet every Saturday between 1pm and 4pm, Everybody welcome.
For more details e-mail Rob, Mark or Trevor at coaches@bittonarchers.co.uk
SPINNING - Now at The Park
Spinning is a brand new concept in indoor cycling, you can improve your health, fitness and well being and have fun at the same time.
A week of FREE taster classes begins on Monday 30th January 2012. Classes run every weekday evening and weekend morning. You will find the timetable by clicking on the Sports page on the left hand side of this page.
For more information on Spinning visit www.la-revolution.co.uk telephone Les on 07804 795655 or e-mail info@la-revolution.co.uk
Shikata Self Defence Classes
Shikata is the modern and evolving use of self defence.
Are you looking to try a martial art for the first time, experienced fighters looking for supplemental training or experience outside of their own styles, we have lessons to suit all and welcome everyone.
For more details on shikata and our lesson plans see Shikata online at WWW.SHIKATA.CO.UK or contact Sensei Mal on 07966 252540.
Day classes are Tuesdays and Fridays 1 - 2.30pm.
Neat Hair & Beauty - Makeovers and Photography
Fancy a makeover at a bargin price? The Park Salon and Photography Studio are currently offering them for just £29.00. The offer includes full hair and makeup, featuring both casual and evening presentation plus a photo of your choice, entirley free!
Call Anita on 07842 246437 or Ruby on 07863 691219 for any enquires or to book an appointment.
Beatz Street Dance classes
Join Maria for a street dance class every Wednesday at The Park. The sessions are for people of all ability and is great to learn new moves and skills, get fit and meet new friends.
Mini Beatz Age 6-10 - 5.15pm - 6pm £3.50
Fresh Beatz Age 11-17 - 6.15pm - 7.15pm £4.00
Mystify Beatz Adultz - 7.30pm - 8.30pm £4.00
Discount available for termly payment. For more details call Maria on 07912 116708 or e-mail beatzstreetdance@hotmail.co.uk. You can also check out the website www.beatzstreetdance.co.uk
344 Dance Classes For Children In Ballet, Modern Jazz & Tap, also Adult Tap Intermediate (Level 6)
on THURSDAYS here at The Park, starting from 3.30 p.m for Pre-School Ballet (from age 2 1/2 yrs) up to Adult Tap Intermediate (level 6) at 7.30pm
Come along for a free trial lesson!
For more information why not check out the website at www.dancestation.org.uk/schoolface.htm
Weightwatchers
Weightwatchers meetings are now being held at The Park every Wednesday between 6pm and 7.30pm. Receive guidance on how to lose weight, increase your activity levels and ultimately, improve your quality of life.
Learning to keep your weight down is crucial and you can get important information on weight loss topics and complete a confidential weigh-in each week.
Further details can be found at www.weightwtachers.co.uk
BPAC's back!
In case you don't know us...Broadway Performing Arts Company (BPAC) were a highly successful and friendly Performing Arts company who regularly put on great shows for the public.
We are now back and looking for a new batch of Boys and Girls aged between 9 and 15 to take part.
Come along every Saturday between 10am and 1pm where we will hold classes in Dance, Drama and Singing for anyone who is interested.
Any questions? Call Emma on 07826 939597.............The new beginning!!
Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) courses beginning soon.
CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym based) - Next course beginning on Wednesday 25th April 2012 - Places can be booked now for only £350
CYQ Level 2 Award in Circuit Training - Next course beginning in April 2012 - Places can be booked now for only £100 (£75 if you study alongside the Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification)
For more infomation on these courses please click on the Sports Centre link on the left hand side of this page or contact Ally Bigwood on 0117 9039764 or at ally.bigwood@bristol.gov.uk
Localgiving.com
You can now donate to The Park Centre by clicking on this link www.localgiving.com/charity/theparkcentre
Office Space available to rent
The Park currently has office space of various sizes available to rent. For further information or to arrange a look round please call 0117 9039770.
E-bulletin
To subscribe to The Park's regular e-bulletin, which keeps people up to date with information, events and changes here at The Park, please e-mail Ally Bigwood at ally.bigwood@bristol.gov.uk
Team building/Challenge days
If your organisation is interested in a Team building/challenge day, then The Park maybe the place for you. We have various different tasks of all shapes and sizes for you get involved with.
For more information please contact joy.pollard@bristol.gov.uk or ring 0117 9039770.
