February half-term is fast approaching. There are many activities on offer for children in and around Swansea during this period.
Whether you’re looking for something energetic or a more calming activity, we hope you find something suited to you and your family.
winter of wellbeing
The Welsh Government has launched ‘Winter of Wellbeing’, where you can join in a range of FREE activities during this winter. The following activities will also be going ahead throughout half-term and we’re sure you won’t want to miss out on them. While staying at home and chilling out is much needed at times, taking a few hours of the day to go to one of these events to meet other children or families, while taking part in fun activities, could be a nice change to your usual routine.
Cycle activities at BikeAbility Wales
This cycle session will be held to support families, individuals and groups who are new riders.
Location: Dunvant Rugby Club, Killay, Swansea
Date: Tuesday 22 February
Time: 2 – 3pm
Ages: 2-25 year olds
For more information, please email [email protected] or visit their website: bikeabilitywales.org.uk
Tel: 07584 044284 / 07968 109145
Sketty Park Dodgeball Club
A fun, physical activity where you can meet and socialise with others while burning away a lot of energy.
Location: Sketty Park Community Centre, Heather Crescent, Swansea
Date: Wednesday 23 February
Time: 4 – 4.45pm
Ages: 7-11 years olds
For further information, please email [email protected]
One Hear Drummers
Rhythm and Play – African Drumming, Samba Drumming, Making and playing, Junk Drumming, Movement & Sound experiments, and Rhythm-based games.
Location: St Catherine’s Church Hall, Gorseinon, Swansea
Dates include: 21st, 22nd, 23rd February
Suitable for anyone under 25 and/or parents.
For further information, please contact Mark Cutliffe at [email protected] or visit the website oneheartdrummers.org.
Oxfordshire Outdoors
Activities include: Orienteering, Den Building, Bush Craft Activities, Coastal Walking, and Rock Climbing in Gower.
Location: Kilvrough Manor Outdoor Education Centre, Parkmill
Dates: 24th & 25th February
Ages: suitable for primary school children in Years 5 & 6
For further information, please contact the Centre Manager on [email protected]
All Sewn Up Wales
All Sewn Up Wales is offering mini taster sewing workshops for children, with activities including cross-stitch, sewing and embroidery to learn new techniques and improve dexterity, general skills and wellbeing.
Location: Upper Killay Recreational Hall
Date: 26 & 27th February
Time: two sessions each day: 10am – 12.30pm and 1.30-4pm
Ages: 6+ years. Suitable for all abilities; all children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information, please contact [email protected] or visit www.allsewnupwales.co.uk. Please note, booking is essential.
Aber Taiko – Japanese Group Drumming
Japanese drumming workshops for children and young people to learn about the art form, and its place in Japanese culture; how to approach the drum; and how to play. Activities include learning a simple rhythm and experience the feeling of playing as a group and listening to all of the sounds.
Location: Gors Community Hub, Heol-Y-Gors, Townhill
Date: 27 February
Time: 11am-12pm
Ages: suitable for all children and young people
For further information, please contact [email protected]
Rubba Bubba with Sara
Little Socials
A lovely opportunity to meet new parents and for your little ones to interact with their peers. There will be various sensory stations available, a chance to explore, a snack and a hot drink for the parents too.
Location: Penllergaer Sports & Social Club
Date: Monday 21 February
Time: 11am – 12pm
Age: 0-2 years
Location: Penllergaer Sports & Social Club
Date: Wednesday 23 February
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Age: 0-2 years
Little Socials Pre-School
Location: Penllergaer Sports & Social Club
Date: Wednesday 23 February
Time: 12 – 1.30pm
Age: 2-4 years
Participants must live within Swansea.
For more information visit rubba-bubba-with-sara.class4kids.co.uk/ or call 07840 305339.
EYST – Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team
Three trips during February half-term.
Ages: suitable for 0-25 years (including family members for younger age groups)
Activities include Go Karting Trip, Indoor Rock Climbing, Trip decided by attendees, PlayStation 5
For further information, please contact [email protected]
Half-term glow stick party – CanDo Connect CIC
Open to anyone aged 10+ with an Additional Need and their siblings. Please note parent/ carers must be present in the hall when the session is running.
Location: Townhill Community Centre
Date: Thursday 24th February
Time: 6pm
For more information or to book on, visit: glow stick session 24/2 | candohub
Air Assault UK Ltd
Nerf Gun sessions, where all equipment is supplied. Come along and enjoy!
Location: Various (The New Lodge, Gorseinon; Morriston Memorial Hall; and Penllergaer Sports and Social Club)
Date: 21st, 22nd and 28th February
Ages: 6-11 years
For more information and to book, please contact Martin on 07706 998574 or email [email protected].
JP Dance Company Swansea
Free dance sessions available.Sessions include Street Dance, Contemporary, Ballet, Jazz, Acro and competition training. New starters are welcome! Suitable for ages 3-16 years.
Dance classes available from beginner to advanced.
Location: Meadowview Sports Complex, Townhill, Swansea
Date: 22-26 February
For more information, please contact Jessica Phillips at [email protected] or call 07368 377198.
Gowerton Cricket Club
A variety of cricket skills for 5-16 year olds. A maximum of 16 can attend each session. Young people of all ability levels from beginners to skilled can attend.
Location: Gowerton School Sports Hall
Date: 21st – 25th February (four sessions daily)
Times:
- 10-11am: 5-16 years (girls only)
- 11am-12pm: 5-8 years
- 1-2pm: 9-11 years
- 2-3pm: 11+
For further information, please contact Dean Mason on [email protected] or 07976 056733.
Gymnastics & Fitness
Location: Aberavon Leisure & Fitness Centre
Date: Tuesday 22February
Time: 5.15 – 6pm
Ages: 8 – 11 years
To book visit www.celticleisure.org or call your local centre on 08000 43 43 43.
Tag Rugby
Location: Neath Sports centre
Date: Monday 21 February
Time: 4 – 5pm
Ages: 5 – 9 years
To book visit www.celticleisure.org or call your local centre on 08000 43 43 43.
Mind & Body Yoga
Location: Pontardawe Leisure Centre
Date: Monday 21 February
Time: 4.30 – 5.30pm
Ages: 11-16 years
To book visit www.celticleisure.org or call your local centre on 08000 43 43 43.
Indoor Cycling
Location: Pontardawe Leisure Centre
Date: Tuesday 22 February
Time: 4.15 – 5pm
Ages: 14+ years
To book visit www.celticleisure.org or call your local centre on 08000 43 43 43.
Junior Fight Fitness
Location: Pontardawe Leisure Centre
Date: 24 February
Time: 4.30-5.30pm
Ages: 11-16 years
To book visit www.celticleisure.org or call your local centre on 08000 43 43 43.
Shine Drama Workshops
Drama Sessions for children that build wellbeing and develop confidence, problem solving, team work and literacy skills.
Location: Cockett Community Centre, St Peter’s Terrace, Cockett, Swansea
Date: Wednesday 23 February
Ages: The first session will be for 2 – 3 year olds. The second session will be for 4 – 8 year olds.
For further information, please contact [email protected] or call 07853 258872.
Family Flow Yoga
Location: St Pauls centre Aberavon
Date: Thursday 24th February
Ages: 5 – 8 years
Time: 4.15pm – 5pm
Ages: 9-11 years
Times: 5 – 5.45pm
Skate sessions
Location: Exist Skate Park
Date: Tuesday 22 & Wednesday 23 February
Ages: 10 and under who are beginners
Times: 12 – 1pm
Ages: Open session
Times: 1 – 3 pm
Rhythm & Play
Rhythm and play sessions provide young people and families with the opportunity to join in with drumming, play, movement, making and creating with one heart drummers. All equipment is provided, and there will be plenty of help to ensure that everyone has a fun time and can get involved.
Location: Melincryddan Community Centre, Neath
Date: Wednesday 23 February
Time: 4 – 5pm
Location: Pontardawe Arts Centre
Date: 24th & 25th February
Time: 10am – 12pm
For more information contact: [email protected]
Tel: 07455 677711
Freestyle Skiing
For those who already have the ability to ski why not hit the nearest slopes and enjoy a freestyle skiing session for free! If this would interest you or someone you know be quick to book using the number below and secure your place.
Location: Pembrey Ski and Activity Centre
Date: Tuesday 22nd February
Time: 6-7pm
Ages: 14 – 17 year olds
Time: 7.30-8.30pm
Ages: 18 – 25 year olds
To book or for more information contact: 01554 834443.
Mumbles Pier
There will also be a number of activities that you and your children can join in at mumbles pier.
Seaside theme rock painting
Date: Monday 21 February
Time: 12 – 4pm
Cost: Free
Your child will be able to design their own seaside theme rock which they can take home or add to our seaside display for everyone to enjoy. Booking is unavailable for this event and is run on a first come, first served basis.
Kids Club
Date: Tuesday 22 February
Time: 10:30am
Cost: Free
A perfect way opportunity for your child to meet other kids and have fun! The session will be filled with energy busting activities for your child to enjoy. Booking is unavailable for this event and is run on a first come, first served basis.
Encanto Dance Party
Date: Wednesday 23 February
Time: 12pm
Cost: £7.50
You don’t want to miss this opportunity to dance with Mirabel before taking part in Encanto themed crafting.
To book tickets to dance along visit: Encanto Dance Party – Mumbles Pier (mumbles-pier.co.uk)
Messy Crafting
Date: Thursday 24 February
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Cost: Free
You can avoid your own home getting messy and let them do the cleaning up. This is the best way to get creative in their messy crafting workshop. Booking is unavailable for this event and is run on a first come, first served basis.
Magic Show – Simon Sparkles
Date: Friday 25 February
Time: 2pm & 3pm
Cost: £2
An amazing, fun packed, magic show that your whole family will be able to enjoy, and a great way to end the half term week. To book tickets for the magic show, visit: Simon Sparkles Magic Show – Mumbles Pier (mumbles-pier.co.uk)
Holiday Club – LC Swansea
At the LC, they are aware of the struggles that parents go through when it comes to finding things for the kids to do during half-term, especially if they need to work. As a result, they are offering a variety of activities to keep children safe, active and healthy throughout the week.
Ages: 5 – 12 years
The holiday club will run daily throughout the February half-term, where kids will be able to take part in the following activities:
- Waterpark (over 8s only)
- Climbing wall
- Play area
- Sports
- Fun and games
You can book online using the link here: February Half Term at the LC| freedom leisure (freedom-leisure.co.uk)
