Men & Women's groups

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2	ActiveBeing	Charlie Hartley-Hodge	charliehh@activebeing.co.uk	ActiveBeing has been providing support via one-to-one wellbeing walks for women, with special focus given to Hartcliffe/Withywood/Filwood. We aim to give individuals the opportunity and space to connect, communicate, find balance and an acceptance of the inner self. Empowering people to develop self esteem, confidence and tools for self care - the ability to do things for yourself that benefit your mental wellbeing. ActiveBeing is being able to find joy, to have fun, to feel free, and to laugh even in the smallest of ways. All activities and programmes have an 'active' element, connect with nature taking place in local green and blue spaces. Web: https://www.activebeing.co.uk/
3	Black Mothers Matter @ BOING (Inns Court, BS4 1TR)	Sonah Paton	sonah@blackmothersmatter.org	Sonah is the Founder and Managing Director of Black Mothers Matter, who run a weekly session at BOING in Inns Court (see attached). Black Mothers Matter is a founded and directed by three Black mothers who after being a vital support network for each other in the perinatal period wanted to extend that support to others. BOING currently run a weekly drop-in at BOING Softplay in Inns Court. Web: https://www.blackmothersmatter.org/
4	Bristol South Swimming Pool (Bedminster)		bristolcommunityoutreach@everyoneactive.com	Womens Swimming: These are sessions for women aged 16 and over only to swim socially in a lane. Monday:18:30 - 19:15 https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/bristol-south-swimming-pool/#activities
5	Bristol Steppin Sistas	Sophia Brown	bristolstep123@gmail.com	Sophia is the Founder of Bristol Steppin Sistas, a Non-Profit award-winning walking group established in Bristol in April 2021 to reach out to local women in the Bristol area to encourage an interest in walking and thriving in open spaces. We are a grassroots group of black women and women of colour who are passionate about walking and enthusing who identify with our lived experience to do so. Sophia is based in Whitchurch and keen to work together to offer more support for women and families. Web: https://www.bristolsteppinsistas.co.uk/
6	Changes Bristol	Sayam	sayam@changesbristol.org.uk	Changes Women of Colour Peer Support Group An online, non-judgemental and safe space for women of colour to speak freely about their mental health and wellbeing. Online, every Monday 6:30 – 8:30pm. For more information contact sayam@changesbristol.org.uk / 0117 941 1123 www.bristolwomensvoice.org.uk/service/changes-women-of-colour-group
7	Feel Good Fitness @ The Park Centre (Knowle West)	Sian Sheppard	sian@feelgoodfitness.org; enquiries@theparkcentre.org.uk	The Park has a range of Women Only fitness classes, including Over 50's Dancefit, Walking Netball, Stretch and Tone, Women Only Gym sessions. Web: https://www.theparkcentre.org.uk/womens-fitness I teach on a Monday and Tuesday evening. We specialise in Pilates and holistic fitness specifically designed for women’s health and well-being. Join us in Bristol as we explore the empowering world of reformer Pilates, a dynamic practice that enhances body strength, flexibility, and posture through the use of specialised reformer equipment. Our reformer Pilates sessions are ideal for those looking to deepen their practice, offering targeted support and resistance to improve core strength and alignment. I've had people with neurological conditions in classes before.
8	Fun & Fab Group @ Knowle West Health Park	Sally Clements (Social Prescriber for Swift PCN)	Sclements@knowlewesthealthpark.co.uk	Fun and Fab is a peer support group for women living in Knowle West and surrounding areas. This group is a safe place for women to support each other to improve their health and wellbeing. It runs on Thursday mornings (term time only). If you are interested in finding out more call Sally Clements on 07739 649842 for more information or use the form below. Web: https://www.knowlewesthealthpark.co.uk/project/late-arrival/ Also at KWHP, Stretch and Roll Women’s Exercise Class with an introduction Jiu Jitsu and Yoga. Thursdays, 7:30 – 8:30pm
9	Girls Allowed Coffee Morning @ Zion Bristol	Kirsty Hicks	info@girlsallowed.uk	Created in 2025 Girls Allowed is a Women's Only constituted group within the heart of Bristol which aims to provide ongoing physical and mental wellbeing support for women. Free drop-in coffee mornings for women and their children. First Friday of every month, 9 - 10:30am at Zion Bristol. Also run regular events at Zion (ticketed £6), looking to run more events in BS13 from 2026.
10	Great Oak Tree		thegreatoaktree25@gmail.com	Formerly One Love Hub in Knowle West, supporting people from Global Majority backgrounds. Run by 3 women from South Bristol and have run crafts/sewing workshops for women around women's health - overall group may be for mixed audiences but have done a number of things for women only.
11	Jubilee Swimming Pool (Knowle/Brislington)	Joanne	Community Jubilee Pool <community@fojp.co.uk>	Jubilee Swimming Pool have two Ladies Only Swim sessions (for members only) on Wednesday evenings from 7 – 7:55pm and 8 - 8:55pm, as well as lots of other sessions. https://jubileepoolbristol.co.uk/timetable/
12	Kulan Community - Knowle West Somali Women's group	Nimo	kulan.s.c.k.w@outlook.com	Meet every other Friday starting 2nd May 2025 (term time only). 10am-12pm. Connect with others, chance to share ideas, conversations over team and coffee with activities and breakfast available. Meet at The Park Centre, BS4 1DQ
13	Ladies' Social & Wellbeing Group (The Harbour, Totterdown)			Set up by Pakistani Women's Group. Starting Wed 9 Sep 2025 and ongoing. Runs 11:30am-1:30pm at The Harbour Totterdown, 7 Bushy Park, Bristol, BS4 2EG. Tea coffee and refreshments will be provided. No email but phone contact: 0776 022 6364
14	Mothers for Mothers @ SB Children's Centres; Based: New Fulford Family Centre, Bristol, BS13 9AQ	Marina Viner (CEO)	support@mothersformothers.co.uk	They run 2 services at South Bristol Children's Centres: PEER SUPPORT GROUP - On Wednesday morning in Hartcliffe. ART THERAPY WITH CHLOE - Bishopsworth Children's Centre Mobile: 07796 402667 Helpline Tel: 0117 9359366 Web: www.mothersformothers.co.uk
15	Mothers in Mind (MiMs) w/ HomeStart @ South Bristol Children's Centres		admin@homestartbsg.org.uk	This is a free peer support group for mums with children aged 2 and under (perinatal mental health programme) who feel like things are getting on top of them. Why not join us for snacks, crafting, activities and a chance to meet and talk to other mums in a safe space. Over 10 sessions, see attached for list of topics. to support women affected by mental health issues in the first two years of their parenting journey. They are based on a peer support model, offering reassurance and support to women who are struggling. Look at our website for times, dates and locations: www.homestartbsg.org.uk; Tel: 0117 9501170
16	People First: Women's Wellbeing Group @ Zion Bristol (BS13 7JW)		info@nspf.co.uk	Our Women’s Wellness group is a monthly safe space for women to share and support each other. Learn and discuss different aspects of women’s wellbeing in confidence. People First are a North Somerset based organisation now looking to branch out into Bristol to offer courses, wellbeing groups and speaking up groups for autistic people and people with learning disabilities. Web: https://nspf.co.uk/nspf-events/womens-wellness-bristol-1pm-4/
17	Redcatch Community Garden (BS4 2RD)	Heather Peet	heather@redcatchcg.com	Our Wednesday and Saturday knitting groups are for women although we do not explicitly say this. The Wednesday was set up as a safe space last winter and the Saturday as a carers group but now they are not funded, they are just for anyone. We also have our monthly ADHD Women's Circle and our Art in The Garden Group is all women (but not mandated). Web: https://www.redcatchcommunitygarden.com/
18	Robins Foundation: Free Female Fitness	Grace Phillips	Grace.phillips@bcfc.co.uk; 0117 9630 636	Bristol City Robins Foundation delivers a variety of free female fitness and football sessions across Bristol, providing women and girls over the age of six the opportunity to get involved in football and stay active. Currently taking place at Merchant's Academy (BS13 9BJ), Windmill Hill City Farm (BS3 4EA), St Mary Redcliffe (BS1 6RT) Web: https://www.bcfc.co.uk/robins-foundation/for-under-18s/free-female-fitness/
19	South Bristol Methodist Church Knowle 'Friendly Ladies Group'	Rev. Sally Spencer	0117 977 6714 or 07975854971 sally.spencer@methodist.org.uk	Meets twice a month on Tuesdays 2:30pm. Open to all women from the community. A variety of speakers, activities and refreshments
20	Stockwood Ladies Evening Group		01275 831138	Every First and Third Wednesday at 7:30 - 9pm at Christ the Servant Church, Materman Road, Stockwood, BS14 8HS. Interesting speakers followed by tea and coffee and a chat - a super way to make new friends and have a good evening's entertainment. www.achurchnearyou.com/church/11698/service-and-events/events-all
21	Stockwood Women's Institute (WI)	Susan Meadows	01275 833 388	Guest speakers and activities throughout the year. Wednesdays, 7:45 – 9:15 First two sessions free, then annual subs to be paid. Please contact Susan if attending for the first time, or for more information.
22	Warrior Women's Only Gym (Ashton)		warriorwomengymltd@gmail.com	Women's Only gym and range of classes (early morning/evening), such as Circuits, 50+ Body Renewal, Learn to Lift. Unit 1a Durnford Street, Ashton BS3 2AW https://warriorwomengym.co.uk
23	We Are More (WAM)	Jasmine Tippett	jasminetippett0788@gmail.com	Jas runs WAM (We Are More) After School group for women and children at Springfield Allotments in Knowle West. This is an opp to volunteer at the allotment, partner with Square Food Foundation to create healthy and nutritious food.
24	Women's Social Group (BS13/HWCP)	Mim Kingston	Mim.kingston@hwcp.org.uk	a new women's social group starting in the Hartcliffe area. It is drop in so no need to book and to begin with is a six week pilot, we will then review the time/ location etc and make changes if needed. The group has been co-produced with local women with a focus on empowering activities and creating a safe space that they can access in the area. Venue changing from November 2025
25	Workout Bristol gym (Ashton)		0117 9633070 ashton@workoutbristol.co.uk	Women only weights room, plus other equipment and classes. The Old Brewery, North Street, Ashton, Bristol, BS3 1JS www.workoutbristol.co.uk/gyms/ashton
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