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Stay active this summer and try something new with a range of sports and physical activity sessions during the school holidays.
The activities are part of the Great Childhoods Ambition School Holiday Enrichment Programme, and are delivered by a range of local partners.
You need to book to take part in some of the activities - details of how to do this are listed with each activity. Many are fully inclusive, but you should contact the provider directly if you or your child have any specific needs or requirements to be able to take part.
Bolton Brick Ponds fishing sessions
Provider: Angling for All
Free, supervised fishing sessions during the school holidays, delivered by a fully qualified angling coach. Free bait and tackle is also provided.
Dates and times
Monday 27 to Wednesday 29 July
Monday 3 to Wednesday 5 August
Monday 10 to Wednesday 12 August
Monday 17 to Wednesday 19 August
Sessions run from 1pm to 5pm.
Location
Bolton Ponds Fisheries, Furlong Road, Goldthorpe, S63 9EL
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Boxercise
Provider: YMCA Barnsley
Dates and times
Tuesday 4 August, 1pm to 3pm
Location
YMCA Barnsley, 1 Blucher Street, Barnsley, S70 1AP
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Crazy archery
Provider: YMCA Barnsley
Dates and times
Tuesday 28 July, 10:30am to 12:30pm
Location
YMCA Barnsley, 1 Blucher Street, Barnsley, S70 1AP
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Crazy golf
Provider: YMCA Barnsley
Dates and times
Tuesday 21 July, 12pm to 2pm
Location
YMCA Barnsley, 1 Blucher Street, Barnsley, S70 1AP
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Dance sessions
Provider: Hoyland Common Residents Group (HCRG)
Energetic dance sessions right in the heart of Hoyland Common, delivered by an experience and fully qualified dancer. Come and join in, move your body, and learn the dances!
Dates and times
Tuesday 21 and 28 July
Tuesday 18 and Friday 21 August
Contact the provider for details of session times.
Location
Hoyland Common WMC, Fitzwilliam Street, Hoyland Common, Barnsley, S74 0NJ
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Dance workshop
Provider: YMCA Barnsley
Dates and times
Tuesday 11 August, 2pm to 4pm
Location
YMCA Barnsley, 1 Blucher Street, Barnsley, S70 1AP
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Football sessions with Kixx
Provider: Hoyland Common Residents Group (HCRG)
Get sporty with football sessions delivered by Kixx! Come and get involved and have a kick about in Hoyland Common.
Dates and times
Thursday 23 July and Tuesday 11 August. Contact the provider for details of session times.
Location
King George V Playing Field, Tinker Lane, Hoyland Common, Barnsley, S74 0PE
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Junior gym programme
Provider: OnPAR Health Community CIC
Fun, high energy gym programme designed to get young people moving, learning, and loving fitness. They’ll try new exercises, explore different pieces of gym equipment, and build confidence whilst developing a genuine love for health, fitness, and staying active.
Dates and times
Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 July
Monday 27 to Thursday 30 July
Monday 3 to Thursday 6 August
Monday 10 to Thursday 13 August
Monday 17 to Thursday 20 August
Monday 24 to Thursday 27 August
Session times vary due to different age groups. Contact the provider for details.
Location
OnPAR Health, Thicket Lane, Worsbrough Dale, Barnsley, S70 4ST
How to book
Book for the summer junior gym programme online.
For more information email onparhealthclub@gmail.com or call Amy on 07834 281257.
Little Timmy: social and emotional learning programme
Provider: Elev8 Journeys CIC
Little Timmy – The Young Champions Journey is a fun, boxing-inspired social and emotional learning programme that helps children build confidence, understand their emotions, and learn healthy ways to express themselves. Through stories, simple activities, and supportive group sessions, kids develop real-life skills like self-control, resilience, communication, and problem-solving - in a safe, encouraging space where every child feels seen.
Perfect for children who feel things deeply, struggle with confidence, or just need a boost, the programme is all about progress over perfection - helping young people grow into calmer, kinder, more confident 'young champions'. Spaces are limited, so early sign-up is recommended. Visit Elev8 Journeys for more information.
Dates and times
Monday 3 to Friday 7 August
Monday 10 to Friday 14 August
Sessions run from 11am to 1pm.
Location
Body Carnegie Centre, Bolton upon Dearne, S63 8JB
How to book
Email support@elev8journeys.com to book.
Sports sessions with Grassroots Sports Academy
Provider: Great Houghton Youth Group
Join Grassroots Sports Academy for a fun multi-activity session delivered in Great Houghton.
Dates and times
Tuesday 28 July, and Tuesday 4, 11, and 18 August. Afternoon sessions starting at 3pm.
Location
22 Pleasant Avenue, Great Houghton, Barnsley, S72 0BU
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Summer movement club
Provider: Barnsley Civic
Unlock your child’s creativity this summer! We're offering an exciting new movement club for children aged 5 to 8 who are interested in trying out elements of dance, creative movement, and circus skills. The sessions will offer children a dynamic and engaging experience that supports both artistic exploration and physical development.
Dates and times
Wednesday 22 and 29 July, and 5, 12, 19 and 26 August. Sessions at 10am and 1pm.
Location
The Old Art School at Barnsley Civic, Eldon Street, Barnsley, S70 2JL
How to book
Booking details to follow.
Summer of saddles and smiles
Provider: Barnsley Riding for the Disabled Association
Join us at Barnsley Riding for the Disabled Association for a summer of ponies, confidence, and fun - where every child gets their own pony and volunteer for the session. Our adapted holiday sessions are designed for children and young people aged 7 to 18 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) or additional needs, and take place at the Oakwell Centre every week throughout the summer holidays. We especially welcome children who would benefit from a small, calm, and supportive environment.
Dates and times
Every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the school holidays, from 1pm to 3pm.
Location
Barnsley RDA, Oakwell Centre, Pontefract Road, Barnsley, S71 1HF
How to book
Cath or Stacey on 01226 241478 to enquire or book.
Summer sports jam
Provider: Active in Barnsley Sports Anchor Group
The summer sports jam is a free multi–activity programme delivered across the Barnsley borough in partnership with Grassroots Sports Academy, Barnsley Council and Barnsley FC Community Trust. It offers sports, physical activities, cycling/scooter sessions and much more.
Dates and times
More than 20 dates throughout the school holidays - see the provider booking page for dates and times.
Location
Various locations across the borough - see the provider booking page for details.
How to book
Book for the summer sports jam online.
Wombwell summer sports festival
Provider: Community Education Links
Action packed multi-sports camp with cricket, water wars, dodgeball, laser tag and much more in a fun and safe environment.
Dates and times
Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 July
Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 July
Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 August
Sessions run from 10am to 3pm.
Location
Wombwell Cricket Club, Windmill Road, Wombwell, Barnsley, S73 8PW