Are you looking for a way to connect with like-minded families and your community? Our groups provide an excellent opportunity for families and children to share their experiences and build up a local support network.
All sessions are held at YMCA Horley Young People and Family Centre, The Old Fire Station, Albert Road, Horley, RH6 7JA (unless otherwise stated).
To find out more about any of our groups or services, please call us on 01293 775777.
Mondays
Child Health Drop-in
Alternate Mondays | 09:15- 11:30
Drop-in session for baby weigh-in & for advice. For next dates visit http://childrenshealthsurrey.nhs.uk/service-venues/horley-ymca
Café Milk
Mondays | 10:00–12:00 (term-time)
Relaxed café style breastfeeding drop-in. Antenatal mums, partners welcome too. Skilled, evidence-based support with infant feeding from an NCT breastfeeding counsellor and peer supporters.
Café Milk Facebook page
Horley Youth Club
Mondays | 15:00–20:00 (term-time)
Free youth club in Horley! Chill out with friends or make new ones while enjoying film nights, games, crafts, cooking, listening to music, PlayStation and much more!
15:00-16:00 | Youth Drop in / Youth café (years 6–11)
16:00-17:30 | Junior Youth Club (years 6–9)
18:30-20:00 | Senior Youth Club (years 9–11)
See our Horley Youth Club page for more information
Beatz music session (neuro-diversity)
Mondays | 17:00-18:30 & 18:30-20:30 (term-time)
Music project for young people aged 11-16 who have neuro-diversity, whether diagnosed or undiagnosed, and want to meet and make music with similar young people. Call Steve Tait on 07523 331810 or email steve.tait@ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk.
Tuesdays
Citizen’s Advice
Tuesdays | 09:30-12:15
Free appointments with a friendly advisor to get support with many issues incl. relationship breakdown, benefits, housing, power of attorney, work, debt and consumer issues. Call the centre on 01293 775777 to book.
Rainbow Group
Tuesdays | 10:30-12:00 (term-time)
Drop-in play session for families with children under five with additional needs. An opportunity to meet other parents and get advice from an Early Support Keyworker.
The Be You Club!
Tuesdays | 15:15-16:45
A calm, safe environment including a range of activities and games for families with children aged 5–11 years promoting wellbeing and confidence. Siblings welcome. Includes a toasted snack and drink.
Cost: £1 donation. Please call 01293 775777 to book a place or to refer a family
Wednesdays
Playtime
Wednesdays | 10:00–11:30 (term-time)
An invite-only play session run together with HomeStart East Surrey for parents/carers with children aged 0-5 years old. Families can be referred for one of the following reasons:
- Social isolation
- Mental health and Wellbeing
- Enhancing child play opportunities
- Support with play and child development
- Bonding and attachment
Cost: £1 donation. Please call 01293 775777 to book a place or to refer a family
Thursdays
Mini Movers
Thursdays | 09:45-11:15 (term-time)
A fun play session for parents with moving and crawling babies up to the age of 2 years who are ready to explore the world around them! If you feel you would benefit from this group, please speak to your health visitor or a family support worker at the centre so they can request a place for you.
Cost: £1 donation. Please call 01293 775777 to book a place or to refer a family
Baby & Me
Thursdays | 13:00–14:30 (term-time)
A relaxed and friendly session for new parents and their pre-walking (non-mobile) babies. Come along and meet other new parents whilst you and your baby explore sensory play using natural and everyday objects coupled with some fun action songs! Learn about play and early baby brain development whilst building your confidence as a new parent. If you feel you would benefit from this group, please speak to your health visitor or a family support worker at the centre so they can request a place for you.
Cost: £1 donation. Please call 01293 775777 to book a place or to refer a family
Beatz music session (emotional wellbeing)
Thursdays | 16:00-20:15 (term-time)
16:00-18:00 (Vocal and music production session)
18:15-20:15 (Music performance and production session)
Music project for young people aged 11-16 needing support with emotional wellbeing and mental health, who want to meet and make music with similar young people. Call Steve Tait on 07523 331810 or email steve.tait@ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk.
WAVES (Wellbeing Awareness and Voice for East Surrey)
Thursdays | 15:45-17:15 (term-time)
For young people aged 13–19 who are experiencing emotional wellbeing and mental health needs. To find out more or join, email ella.sowton@ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk or call 07300 862430.
Contact Us
For more information on groups or activities, please contact us.
T 01293 775777
E Horley@ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk
Opening times
Monday – Friday | 09:00 – 17:00
YMCA Horley Young People and Family Centre, The Old Fire Station, Albert Road, Horley, RH6 7JA
