6 Maidstone Borough Council SNAP Discos


The next SNAP disco for young people aged 11 to 16 will take place on 27 June.


It will be held at Maidstone Leisure Centre from 7pm until 10:30pm.


The SNAP (Say No And Phone) discos are held in collaboration with Kent Police and Crimestoppers as part of a say no to drugs campaign. The discos have been running for more than 15 years and have a trusted reputation. Police officers and partner agencies are on hand throughout the events.


At SNAP dance nights, security is a top priority, so you and all your friends can listen to live music and meet new people in a very safe environment.


Tickets cost £5. If you would like more information or if you would like to buy tickets, please contact Maidstone Leisure Centre on 0845 155 22 77.


If you are a parent looking for reassurance and peace of mind before sending your children to their first SNAP event then please contact PC Paul Hughes, Maidstone’s Safer Schools Officer on 01622 604144.


Visit the Facebook page for Maidstone SNAP: www.facebook.com/maidstonesnap


Sports for Young People


Give boxing a try


Olympia Boxing runs community amateur boxing sessions for young people with events in Maidstone, including Shepway and Headcorn. All participants have the opportunity to gain certificates and prizes in learning the basics of Olympic style boxing. Olympia Boxing provides a great platform for young people who would like to give boxing a try. Coaches will then encourage and signpost participants to their local ABA clubs where they can advance their skills and have the chance to compete.


For more information, contact Lee Owen at lee@olympiaboxing.co.uk or phone 07854 949370.


Kick Kent


Kick Kent is a sports charity that aims to help young people discover their potential by teaching life skills through sport. It is staffed by a friendly team of UEFA football, ECB Cricket and RFU Rugby Coaches with a passion to help young people develop socially and emotionally within a social framework that aims to benefit the community. If you would like to see a Kick Kent sports community scheme running in your area, or would like more information please get in touch with Kier Wilson at keir@nkcc.org.uk or phone 07815 039497.


Weight Management Programmes


Maidstone Borough Council runs a range of weight loss courses to help you to achieve your weight loss goals and improve your health.


Go For It: Free family and children’s weight management programme, to ensure a healthier lifestyle aimed at 5–17 year olds. Held at Zeroth Active Zone, Boughton Lane, Maidstone.


Weight For Life: Free 10 week holistic lifestyle programme, including nutrition advice and low cost exercise regime for just £1 per visit. Held at Zeroth Active Zone, Boughton Lane, Maidstone.


Adult Weight Management Weight For It:


Weight for It is a FREE 10 week programme offering advice and support to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight in a relaxed and friendly environment. Sessions run across Maidstone.


To find out more or to sign up call 01622 602222 or email healthyliving@maidstone.gov.uk


Need help to quit


smoking?


To help you on your way, break down your goal into smaller steps – for example not smoking for a week, or a month - and reward yourself when you achieve one of these. It’s also a good idea to remind yourself of the benefits – both financial and physical – of stopping smoking. Try putting the money you’d normally spend on cigarettes in a jar each week and watch how quickly it adds up!


If you’re trying to give up, we’ve got plenty of information on where to get help on our website at maidstone.gov.uk/stopsmoking.


Programme: A 12 week programme of weekly diet and nutrition seminars, and you can take advantage of the low cost gym, swim and exercise classes for just £1 per visit. Held at Maidstone Leisure Centre, Mote Park.


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