Please note that these activities are much reduced re Covid, so please check with the organiser if still available!

Who's At Riverside? 

There is a wide variety of clubs, classes and activities at Riverside and you can read about some of them here (Scroll down past the calendar. They are listed alphabetically.) 

If you would like more information or to sign up for any of these, then you will need to directly contact the people who are running the sessions. 

Most sessions run during school term times only, but some are available throughout the year.  Friends of Riverside also run or host events and sessions, but these are shown separately on the WHAT'S ON AT RIVERSIDE  page. 

Groups, Classes and Activities


Amitabha Buddist Centre - Meditation
Click here to find out more about the Amitabha Meditation Classes in Malmesbury  and contact email details are epc@meditationinbristol.org  Classes are on Thursday evenings. Meditation is described as "a powerful method to calm and focus the mind, thereby bringing deep inner peace and a sense of physical and mental well-being.  Anyone can learn meditation. You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend the classes or to benefit from the techniques taught".
*Starts at 7.30pm*
Classical Ballet Centre
Classes on Monday and Friday afternoons.
The Classical Ballet Centre say they "will nurture pupils, providing a safe, supportive and happy learning environment where children can blossom and grow confidently with excellence in dance education from teachers that have a passion for dance and the love of teaching life benefitting skills". For more details contact tel: 0845 1652051 or email: classicalballet@btinternet.com
Diddi Dance
On Tuesday mornings, classes are suitable for both boys and girls aged from 18 months upwards, however they say "we have had lots of younger children join in"... "Parents and carers are encouraged to join in and share the enjoyment with their diddi dancer. Week after week you will soon see their confidence blossom". For more information contact Caroline Steele on tel: 07747 866705, email caroline.steele@diddidance.com  or check out the website www.diddidance.com
Beginners Dressmaking
Need to know where to start? Started but have hit a block? Want some help and support to guide you in the right direction? Join qualified Tailor Gaynor from Hodder & Saunders Bespoke for beginners dressmaking sessions designed to help you create a project you know you'll wear! For further details contact Helen on tel: 01666 826841 or click here to see the Fabric Shack website www.fabricshack.co.uk/collections/classes-workshops
Hartbeeps
Hartbeeps "We put your child at the heart of our magical, musical adventures. We offer original and super fun, developmental baby classes, toddler classes and pre-school classes." Hartbeep sessions are on Friday mornings.  For information and direct contact details please visit their website www.hartbeeps.com
Laraine Trains - Killer Kore & Pilates Fusion
On Monday mornings:
"Killer Kore is a... challenging, full body high intensity interval training (HIIT) class that produces... which burns more calories post workout than a traditional exercise class."
"Pilates,Yoga, Barre... Strength, Core, Flexibility... Leave class feeling great!"   See Laraine's website for more details www.larainetrains.com
Malmesbury Crafty Sew & Sews
"Malmesbury Crafty Sew & Sews are a group of like minded crafters who just like to ''in an informal, friendly atmosphere. The Group has two meetings a month, on the 3rd Monday & Wednesday of the month... Members and visitors can choose to make a sewing project or craft project every month or are very welcome to just bring their own thing to do". On Facebook, click here  or contact Helen on tel: 01666 826841
Malmesbury Dance
Malmesbury Dance sessions are on Tuesday afternoons and evenings. The popular Malmesbury and Braywood Dance is run by Gill Woodforth and Sarah Brain. They offer energetic and fun classes in ballet, tap, modern and jazz for boys and girls aged from three years. Adult tap and Adult Ballet classes are also available.  Further information about classes is available on their website.
Click here for contact details and prices.
Malmesbury Tutoring
Kate offers after school English and maths tutoring, in small groups of up to 4 students. For Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 3 and foundation GCSE, including 11+ preparation. To contact Kate for more information tel: 07368 101458 or go to facebook page here or email malmesbury.tutoring@gmail.com
Nail Cutting Clinic-Jack Carter
"A discounted NAIL CUTTING SERVICE aimed at those who are elderly or who have difficulty cutting their toenails... To book an appointment or for more information please phone 07521 232623 Jack Carter".
Mum2Mum Support Group
A lovely informal drop in/ get together with other Mums on a Thursday morning - which usually involves cake or biscuits!
"If you’re a breastfeeding mum or are pregnant and thinking about breastfeeding and need some support, advice or just a chat, then come along..."
Click here - Further information available on Facebook.
The Probus Club of Malmesbury
The Probus Club of Malmesbury is an association of retired PROfessional and BUSiness men who meet together on the 2nd and 4th Friday mornings to socialise, make new friends and expand their interests. Alternating sessions include a variety of invited guest speakers.  If you would like to find out more, then please contact  Mr. Lance Osborne (Club  Secretary) by email:lanceosborne@btinternet.com or by phone: tel. 01666 825835
Rachel Kent's Reflexology, Massage and Foot Care (MF Therapies)
Rachel's 'Magic Fingers Therapies' offer a range of relaxing therapies from Indian Head Massage, Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage through to Reflexology and more. Contact Rachel for more information or to book an appointment on tel: 07818 402474 or click here for her Facebook page or here for her website.
Sweaty Mama
On Thursdays "Sweaty Mama is an upbeat session choreographed to music which focuses on the key areas to help a Mama gradually rebuild her fitness ... Classes are focused on having fun, bonding with their child whilst enhancing their cardiovascular fitness, strength and tone in the key areas after birth through aerobic, resistance led and floor work." For further details contact Kate on tel: 07506 676225 or through her facebook page by clicking here.
Time2Blossom - Baby Massage
Mostly midweek, a five session course of baby massage, "from a Certified Infant Massage Instructor" includes a "Full body massage routine, gentle exercise... strengthening the parent/baby bond..., helping your baby feel secure, relief from discomfort such as wind/colic, relaxation and improved sleep, development of body awareness and co-ordination, increased understanding of your baby's behaviour."  For information, click here or phone Antoinette on mob:07976 200382
WI Womens Institute
WI in Malmesbury. Fun, crafts, friendship, resolutions, cooking, competitions, education, opportunities, campaigns. Lots to interest and friendly atmosphere!  Meetings start at 7.30pm, usually second Wednesday in the month.  Find Malmesbury WI on facebook or just come along!
Yoga with Cathi Wilson
Enjoy Yoga sessions on Thursday evenings which aim to relax and energise. Yoga "brings vitality, flexibility, strength, concentration, self-confidence and mental calm... it helps you overcome stresses and strains, aches and pains and promotes a firm foundation of health and well being". Cathi is an Avon Iyengar Yoga Institute teacher.  Please phone tel: 01666 823483 for information about her sessions.
(We always try to be as accurate as possible, however, please note Friends of Riverside are not responsible for session providers or the accuracy of their information. Also sessions and session times may be subject to change).
 
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