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If you'd like to find out more about our September courses, and volunteering opportunities in Old Trafford, come to our Learning and Volunteering Open Day Tuesday, 9th September 2025 10am-3pm Meet our teachers and staff See which course is right for you Explore local...

  Need some gentle exercise to improve your physical and mental health? Thanks to a grant from Trafford Council, our weekly Tai Chi session with teacher Edna Barrero is continuing. Every Tuesday 12-1pm £2 per session, no need to book. All women are welcome. For...

If you've had to leave work, or are struggling to stay in work, because of a health problem - the Work Well Trafford programme can help you. You will get free, one-to-one, personalised support from a Key Worker based at St John's Centre or Stretford Public Hall. They...

  Join Polly from Be Bolder Fitness for Strength and Conditioning Now twice a week! 45 minutes of strength and conditioning suitable for all levels of experience. Women only, £3.50 per session. Wednesday 6-6.45pm (booking required) New session from 31st January...

We're delighted to announce that we have received funding from the VCSE Energy Efficiency Scheme, which is helping voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs) across England to deliver more efficient services for people and communities by saving...

Great news - our courses for the community have been chosen as one of the Co-op's causes for this coming year! The more Co-op members who nominate us as their chosen cause, the more funding we will get - including being in the running for a £5,000 prize draw. All the...

From October 7th 2024, Feed my City will be back serving free hot vegetarian meals just outside St John’s Church, next to the Centre. Every Monday from 1.30-2.30pm Everyone is welcome to collect a meal for themselves and their family. There are no conditions or...

Our gentle exercise session for the over 50s (with cake!) will start its regular sessions again on Thursday, September 19th from 2.30-4pm. Before then, all over 50s are welcome to our Taster Session on Thursday, August 29th from 2.30-4pm. The session will include 45...

Functional Skills qualifications are for anyone who wants to develop their English and Maths. They focus on the skills you need, as well as teaching you how to use them in different contexts. This September, you can gain an accredited qualification here in a friendly...