Youth Club

A Safe Space to Connect, Get Active & Have Fun

Our Youth Club in Colchester provides a safe, welcoming space where young people can spend time with friends, get involved in activities, learn new skills and connect with positive role models.

Sessions combine sport, games, creative activities and youth support, giving young people somewhere positive to go after school while helping build confidence, friendships and wellbeing.

Youth Club Sessions

Monday – Friday
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Simmply Active, 45-47 Crouch Street, Colchester CO3 3EN

Please check current availability during school holidays.

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More Than Just a Youth Club

We want young people to have a space where they feel welcome, supported and included.

Activities can include:

Sports & Fitness

Physical activity is key to keeping young people healthy and motivated. Our Youth Club offers football, basketball, and other sports, as well as access to our fully equipped gym, encouraging positive habits and boosting both physical and mental wellbeing.

Music Studio & Creative Space

For those passionate about music, our recording studio provides an opportunity to create, produce, and explore their talent. Whether it’s rapping, singing, DJing, or producing beats, young people can express themselves through creativity in a supportive and inspiring space.

A Safe & Welcoming Space

We know that the hours after school can be challenging for many young people. Our Community Hub offers a warm and inclusive environment, free from negative influences, where they can socialize, get support, and relax in a secure setting.

Personal Growth & Mentoring

We’re here to help young people develop skills for life. From informal mentoring and advice to access to opportunities, we encourage confidence, leadership, and self-development, empowering them to make positive choices for the future.

Join a youth club

1 in 3

say they don’t have a safe place to go after school

50%

of UK teenagers experience loneliness and social isolation

40%

less likely to engage in anti-social behavior who participate in structured activities like sports and music

75%

increase in mental wellbeing with regular access to a gym or fitness activities

Creating Positive Opportunities

Our youth work forms part of Simmply Active's wider commitment to creating positive opportunities for children and young people.

For young people who may need additional support, our Simmply Project UK early intervention work uses mentoring, education and positive activities to help vulnerable and at-risk young people build confidence and move towards positive pathways.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our Youth Club usually runs Monday to Friday from 5pm–7pm. Please check with us for current school holiday availability.

  • Activities can include sport, games, creative sessions, music and opportunities to socialise, with activities varying throughout the week.

  • The Youth Club is based at Simmply Active’s Hub in Colchester. 45-47 Crouch Street, CO3 3EN.

  • Contact the Simmply Active team for current session information, eligibility and availability.