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We can't promise a castle in the Highlands or a vi

We can't promise a castle in the Highlands or a visit from Claudia, but we can promise an unforgettable challenge and the chance to make a difference in your community.

Join us next year for one of our Challenge Events:

Y2Y North Downs Challenge
Edale Skyline Trek
Chase The Sun Cycle Challenge
Big Belgian Bike Ride
Y2Y Ultra (Redhill to Brighton)

Make 2027 a year to remember!

#traitors #charitychallenge

Last month, we were delighted to attend @reigateba

Last month, we were delighted to attend @reigatebanstead's Community Asset Transfer event, where we celebrated securing a 30-year lease for the YMCA Sovereign Centre and Pageant Hut through the Community Asset Transfer scheme.

We're also grateful to receive a grant of just under £300,000 to help improve the YMCA Sovereign Centre, ensuring it remains a welcoming and accessible space for local people.

This investment secures the future of the centre for years to come. Thank you to Reigate & Banstead Borough Council for helping us protect this important community asset.

Ever wanted to find out more about what we do in t

Ever wanted to find out more about what we do in the community? Think we're just a gym or afterschool club?

Come and find out more about your local YMCA at our Annual Showcase Event on Tuesday 17 November. Hear powerful stories from the people who use our services, alongside informal displays from our staff, volunteers, and young people.

The evening includes refreshments and a light buffet, as well as a chance to hear from our guest speaker Cllr Steve Wotton, the Leader of the East Surrey Shadow Authority.

The event will be held at the YMCA Sports & Community Centre, Princes Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1 6JJ on Tuesday 17 November from 18:00-20:30.

Whether you've previously been involved with YMCA East Surrey, or are just curious to find out more about us, please do join us to celebrate our work.

RSVP at:
www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/showcase/

World Mental Health Day - 10th October 2026 #World

World Mental Health Day - 10th October 2026 #WorldMentalHealthDay

This year World Mental Health Day is all about the power of being heard and YMCA East Surrey wants to hear from you!

We believe that children, young people and families should be at the heart of everything we do.

We want every child, young person and family to feel heard, valued and empowered to find their voice, with opportunities to influence the support and activities they receive.

Find out how you can get involved and ensure that we hear you: www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/your-voice-matters/

World Mental Health Day - 10th October 2026 This

World Mental Health Day - 10th October 2026

This year World Mental Health Day is all about the power of being heard. It's a simple tool with a powerful effect.

Being heard allows us to feel understood, supported, more able to cope and more confident to reach out for support. Being heard starts with active listening.

YMCA East Surrey's Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health team asks you: How do you listen?

Try our top tips:

• Create space and time to give your full attention and connect
• Listen without judgement
• Show empathy
• Acknowledge and validate others' feelings and accept that they might be different to your own
• Reflect back what you have heard to show your understanding
• Try not to fix! You don't need to have an answer or a solution
• Support and empower others to think about what might help them
• Look after yourself and acknowledge your own feelings when you listen to others

We've got a packed two weeks of October half-term

We've got a packed two weeks of October half-term activities planned, filled with crafts, sports and autumnal fun. Check out what's on offer:

🔹Y-Kids Holiday Club, Redhill - holiday club running every day of the school holidays with a choice of Crafty Kids, Sports Kids or Mash-up Kids activities.
🔹Jump n' Play - join us for an hour on Tuesdays to jump off some steam
🔹Football Camp - running at Earlswood Junior School on 27,28 & 29 October
🔹Y-Kids at The Old Pheasantry - escape to the Surrey Hills and enjoy a fun-filled day out on 26 October
🔹East Surrey Acrobatics - gymnastics & trampolining workshop day on 22 October

We can't wait to get started!

Find out more and book online at www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/children/

When your child is struggling emotionally, it can

When your child is struggling emotionally, it can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone.

Our free 4-week online programme offers practical guidance, tools and support for parents and carers of children and young people experiencing emotional or mental health challenges.

🔹Build confidence in supporting your child
🔹Learn practical strategies for anxiety and difficult feelings
🔹Connect with other parents who understand
🔹Take positive steps for your own wellbeing too

Starting November 2026. Choose from daytime or evening sessions.

Find out more and register your place via the QR code, visit https://tinyurl.com/knfrdzhh
or email communitywellbeingteam@ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk

Our Y-Kids After School and Holiday Clubs Provide

Our Y-Kids After School and Holiday Clubs Provide high-quality, affordable, flexiable childcare to help you balance work and family life while children can enjoy activities designed around thier intrests.

Check out some of the recent feedback we've received and find out out more on our website.

We know it's only October, but we're too excited t

We know it's only October, but we're too excited to wait!

When you're making your festive plans, make sure you join us for the YMCA Santa Run on Sunday 13 December at Priory Park, Reigate!

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for some family fun, this is a fantastic way to get your Christmas off to a great start with a 1 or 3 mile festive run.

Just £13.50pp - entry fee includes a free Santa suit and medal!

Raise money for YMCA East Surrey and spread some Christmas joy!

Sign up now at www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/santa-run/

#SantaRun #FestiveFun #CharityEvent #Christmas

It was great to see so many of our wonderful Chall

It was great to see so many of our wonderful Challenge Events participants last week to thank them for raising £67k to help furnish the new YMCA homes we are building for 14 young people.
We also launched our 2027 Challenge programme - check out our website for full details of our trek, runs and cycle rides:
https://www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/event/events/

Join us for an evening filled with lively dancing,

Join us for an evening filled with lively dancing, great music and fun!

Enjoy an evening of line dancing with friends and family under the expert guidance of professional line dance instructor, Sue from Bootstompers. Everyone is welcome, including complete beginners!

Friday 6 November | 7:30 – 9:30pm
£15pp includes hot drinks, squash and snacks – bring your own alcohol

Come and get your feet moving!

www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/line-dance/

Our after school clubs in Redhill and Reigate are

Our after school clubs in Redhill and Reigate are full of Autumn vibes these coming weeks.
We collect from several local schools including Hatchlands, Earlswood, St Joseph's, Dovers Green, Reigate Priory and Sandcross.
If you're looking for an after school club that will collect from your child's school and give them access to plenty of fun activities, then do get in touch!

Our 2027 Challenge Events are now live! Make 2027

Our 2027 Challenge Events are now live!

Make 2027 a year to remember by taking part in one of our fantastic events:

🔹Y2Y North Downs Marathon (or Half)
🔹Edale Skyline Trek
🔹Chase The Sun
🔹Big Belgian Bike Ride
🔹Y2Y Ultra 60km Redhill to Brighton (or Marathon)

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 - book before midnight on Sunday 4 October and get 10% off!

With our free training rides and walks, plus fantastic event support from our amazing volunteer crew, we'll make sure you have an incredible adventure.

Find out more and sign up at www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/events/

Come and join us for Mess and Play on Fridays A se

Come and join us for Mess and Play on Fridays
A sensory-based exploration group for children aged 0-4 years.

Siblings under 1 go free, a small area will be set up for them with some baby friendly toys.

Fridays (term-time) 1:30-2:30pm
YMCA Sports and Community centre, Princes Road, Redhill, RH1 6JJ

Book on our website:
www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/under-5s/

Looking for a job where you can make a difference?

Looking for a job where you can make a difference?
We have lots of opportunities working in our many services, including:

🔹Housing Support Officer (Move-On) - Redhill
🔹Youth Worker - Redhill
🔹Evening Building Receptionist - Reigate
🔹Disability Play and Youth Worker - West Sussex & Surrey
🔹Playworker - Redhill, Reigate
🔹SEND Group Leader - Surrey, West Sussex & Sutton
🔹SEND Senior Delivery Coordinator - Leatherhead & Epsom
🔹Plus more!

If you are interested, we would love to hear from you. Find out more and apply on our website.

We had a fantastic time at our Sea Shanty event la

We had a fantastic time at our Sea Shanty event last night.
Huge thanks for The Full Shanty and to everyone who came to sing along, raising over £1,100 toward furnishing our youth housing project.

We are recruiting for two Trainee Children’s Wellb

We are recruiting for two Trainee Children’s Wellbeing Practitioners to join our Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Team at YMCA East Surrey to assess and deliver (under supervision), outcome focused, evidence-based interventions to children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.
The Trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioner role includes completion of the Child Wellbeing Practice Postgraduate or Graduate level Diploma run by the University of Sussex, which follows the nationally agreed curriculum to qualify as a Children's Wellbeing Practitioner.
Location: YMCA Phoenix Youth Centre, Tadworth, but working across various locations in East Surrey, as necessary and attendance at University of Sussex.
You will need to meet the criteria to be eligible for 'home fees' at a university. Please check your fee status via this link: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/.../fees.../tuition-fees/fee-status
For further information about the training course and experience at the University of Sussex, here is a link to a short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyEus6q7MnA
To apply for this 1 year, fully funded, training role, please visit our website:
www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/work-for-us/

Come and join us for Mess and Play on Fridays A se

Come and join us for Mess and Play on Fridays
A sensory-based exploration group for children aged up to 4 years.

Siblings under 1 go free, a small area will be set up for them with some baby friendly toys.

Fridays (term-time) 1:30-2:30pm
YMCA Sports & Community Centre, Princes Road, Redhill, RH1 6JJ
£7.50 in advance | £8 on the day

Book on our website: www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/under-5s/

We're already planning for October half-term and t

We're already planning for October half-term and this school holiday we're offering more choice!
When you book, you can select Crafty Kids, Sporty Kids, or Mash-up Kids (for both) to give children the chance to do the activities they love.
Bookings are now open on our website!

Take part in the 10th anniversary of the iconic Lo

Take part in the 10th anniversary of the iconic London Landmarks Half by running with YMCA East Surrey.
Race past Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London on fully closed roads with an unbeatable live-music atmosphere!

Sunday 4 April 2027
Registration Fee: £30
Fundraising Target: £350

Every step you run helps us continue our vital work. Places are limited - secure your spot on our team today!
www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/london-landmarks/

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