Clubs and Groups
For changes or additions to this list, please email Lisa at booking@wmcc.org.uk
Here are some of the groups that meet at the centre. The centre its self does not run many clubs so please use the contact details for each group, rather than the centre directly. Many of the groups are run by one of the local U3A (University Of the Third Age) groups who each have their own membership criteria, the group organiser will be able to help you. Blackwater U3A have asked us not to specify details of each group, the times and contact information can instead be found at their own web site https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
If you would like your group to be featured here, or need details changing, please email Lisa at bookings@wmcc.org.uk
The centre is run as a charity by a small group of volunteers plus the caretakers, booking officer and treasurer but we desperately need more people to help out on the committee as our numbers are dwindling. We hold our committee meetings on the second Thursday of each month except August, please contact any committee member or the booking officer to find out more or if you wish to come and meet us - we would be very glad to welcome you.
Well-Being Groups
Carers First
1st Monday of the month , 0300 303 1555, https://www.carersfirst.org.uk/
Mid and North East Essex Mind Craft Group
Our friendly craft group meets once a month to work on a number of different crafts including pottery and glass painting.
Last Thursday of the month in the morning. - Contact: enquiries@mnessexmind.org, https://www.mind.org.uk
Viva Breathe
Tuesday mornings, Contact: Dee - 07717 231251, vivaphysio1@icloud.com
Respiratory Support Group - Temporarily Paused
Contact: Dee, 07717 231251, vivaphysio1@icloud.com
I am also part of the Walden Respiratory Foundation, a small charity that I have set up alongside some patients and we are running support groups at the West Maldon Community Centre every other month. Please contact me by phone or email for information, or via the Facebook page on either Viva physiotherapy and exercise or Walden respiratory foundation for more details on guest speakers and upcoming dates for the group.
Child and Toddler Groups
Talking Tots
Friday mornings, https://www.talkingtots.info
Tiny Tunes
Wednesday 9.30-11.15 am Term time
Musical mother & toddler group.
Contact Jackie: 07443624492
Email: jackiebuzza78@gmail.com
FREE trial sessions available.
Sing and Sign
Thursday mornings in term time (from September 2022), Contact: Martine - 07739 832 059, martinebrockman@singandsign.co.uk, www.sasessex.co.uk, www.facebook.com/singsignessex
Baby Massage and Baby Yoga
‘Everyone is welcome to join our baby yoga classes for babies 8-20 weeks. Booking is required so please contact us for more information. Classes are small, friendly, relaxed and supportive and run as a 5-week course.
Contact: discoverandexplore-sensory@outlook.com for information and to book.
Sport and Keep-Fit
Blackwater U3A Table Tennis
https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
Blackwater Judo Club (Maldon)
Saturday mornings, Adults 09.30, Juniors 10.30 - Primary contact: John Pegram, johnpegram2004@googlemail.com, phone: 07966824496, Secondary contact (Hon Treasurer), keith.parrott@gmail.com, phone 07479964729, https://www.blackwaterjudoclub.co.uk, Facebook: Official Blackwater Judo Club
Blackwater Table Tennis
Monday evenings, Contact: Kathryn Little. 07762312838 - kathlittle460@gmail.com
West Maldon Badminton
Wednesday evenings 7:30 to 9:30pm, Contact: David Campbell - 07808 247 824 or david@wmcc.org.uk
Note: This group is still running and is following Badminton England guidelines for safe play. Because of this, we have to be careful with numbers of players, please contact David before attending.
Cost is £4.00 per evening, £2.00 in full time education, Covid-19 Risk Assessment [here]
Essex Health and Fitness (Zumba and Pilates)
Friday mornings, Contact: Joani - 07787 512 617, joani@essexhealthandfitness.co.uk, http://www.essexhealthandfitness.co.uk
Maldon Yoga
Wednesday and Thursday mornings during term time, 10:00 to 11:30. Contact: Diana-07970 279701, diana@flowersfromtheocean.co.uk http://www.maldonyoga.co.uk
Restorative Hatha Yoga to connect breath with movement alleviating tension and creating inner calm, all abilities very welcome. End of each term Diana holds a Gong Sound Bath.
Maldon & Dengie Bagua
Saturdays 11.15-12.15 Contact Barney 07410 411243.
Bagua Zhang (pronounced Ba Gwa Jang) is a Chinese martial art renowned for benefits to body, mind and spirit.
Facebook page: Maldon & Dengie Bagua
Dance & Music
Belly Dancing
A class of friendly,welcoming ladies of all level of abilities, who enjoy the opportunity to dance together, learn belly dance moves and techniques, and keep fit and active, while enjoying the beautiful eastern dances and music. Suitable for all ages and also for complete beginners.
Monday 12.15-1.15pm - Contact: Carole Galbally: carole_essexyoga@yahoo.co.uk, 07484 371828
Dance School
The Dawn Payne academy of Dance holds Ballet Tap and Modern classes at the West Maldon Community Centre on Tuesday afternoons for children from the age of 3 years. Contact Dawn Payne 07541229828/ dawnedwin@tiscali.co.uk for further information
Children are welcome to come along for a free trial session
Maldon Orchestra
Weekly, Friday evenings - Contact the current secretary at maldonorchestra@outlook.com, www.maldonorchestra.co.uk
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
Little Oliver Twists Dog Training Academy
Thursday evenings and (from September) Sunday mornings, Contact: Katie, http://www.littleolivertwists.co.u
Blackwater U3A Art Appreciation
https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
Blackwater U3A Science & Technology
https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
Blackwater U3A Flower Arranging
https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
Blackwater U3A History
https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
Blackwater U3A Geography and Geology
https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
Limebrook U3A Bridge
2nd and 4th Monday afternoon, Contact: Brian, https://u3asites.org.uk/limebrook-maldon/home
Maldon & District U3A Mah Jong
Friday afternoons fortnightly, Contact: Marguerite , https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
Maldon & District U3A Canasta
Friday afternoons fortnightly, Contact: Iris – 07733 388 944, irissla@aol.com, http://www.maldonu3a.co.uk/
Maldon & District U3A Bridge
2nd and 4th Wednesday afternoons, Contact: Shelia, http://www.maldonu3a.co.uk/
Heybridge U3A Patchwork
Every second Monday of the month in the afternoon. Contact: Anne Thorpe, anne.thorpe@btinternet.com, 01621 850828, http://www.heybridgeu3a.org.uk/
Limebrook U3A History
3rd Thursday of the month, mornings. https://u3asites.org.uk/limebrook-maldon/home
Limebrook U3A Social Science
2nd Tuesday of the month in the afternoons. Contact: https://u3asites.org.uk/limebrook-maldon/home
Maldon & District U3A History of Plantagenets
2nd Thursday of the month, afternoons. Contact: Beryl, http://www.maldonu3a.co.uk
Blackwater U3A Rummikub
3rd Thursday of the month Contact: https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater
Wycke W.I.
We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 8pm to hear great speakers, go on interesting visits and have fun. The exception is in August when we organise an outing in place of the meeting.
Contact: Janet Watson, jiwatson0309@gmail.com, https://www.thewi.org.uk/become-a-member/structure-of-the-wi/england/essex/find-a-wi/maldon-wycke
Other
Local Councillor Surgery
Not currently running
Blackwater and Dengie Youth Football
3rd Thursday evening of the month - Contact: Malcolm Shaw malcolm.shaw3@btinternet.com
Blackwater U3A Main meeting
https://u3asites.org.uk/blackwater