The Place To Join In - Clubs, Classes and Groups meet at The Place, Pitsea
All of the following clubs and organisations use the facilities at The Place for regular weekly or monthly meetings.

If you would like information about taking part in the activities of any of the clubs and organisations listed below, we recommend you contact the club or organisation directly.
Ace Weight Management
If you struggle to keep your weight down, why not try a fresh approach? My Weight Matters is a FREE 12 week weight management programme for adults who live in Essex. Try our evidence-based successful programme.
To register ...
Phone: 0800 022 4524
Email: acecic.weightmanagement-adults@nhs.net
Twitter: @ACECICLifestyle
CAC Surpassing Grace Assemblies
Providing Church Services every Sunday. Come with an open mind to receive sound teaching of the word of God.
Meets: Every Sunday from 9.00am-12midday
Contact: Pastor Sunday Asoso or Pastor Wale Akiminusi
Email: cacbasildon@yahoo.com
Facebook: CAC Surpassing Grace Assemblies on facebook
Castlepoint Academy Of Dance
Dance Academy teaching I.S.T.D. Ballet, Tap & Modern grades and B.A.T.D. stage. Includes show and competition work and is open to adults and children of all ages.
Phone contact: Nina Browne on 07753 554 712
Email: Castlepoint Academy of Dance
Craig Tyler Trust - "We hug the hurt, befriend the lost and love the lonely".
The Craig Tyler Trust is a FREE non-profit making organisation that supports mental health and wellbeing. We are here at The Place every Saturday from 12midday-3pm for anyone to pop in for a cuppa and have a chat with.
All our Trust volunteers have a friendly face and a real 'lived' experience of life and its ups and downs. They're a welcoming lot and always willing to help people struggling with mental health and wellbeing make contact with the support services that could help them.
Meets: Every Saturday from 12midday-3pm
Phone contact: Karen Pullen 07745 331925
Email: thecraigtylertrust@gmail.com
Website: www.thecraigtylertrust.co.uk
Facebook: @Thecraigtylertrust (facebook)
Twitter: @TheCraigtylert2
Kreate Theatre School
Dance school offering Ballet, Tap, Modern, Street Dance, ISTD Exams, Shows, Workshops, Summer School and melody Bear Classes. Children taken from 2 ½ years old.
To book a free trial or to find out more, please contact us.
Phone: Lindsey on 07759 869597
Email: kreatetheatreschool@outlook.com
Facebook: Kreate Theatre School | Facebook
Slimming World
Providing weight loss & lifestyle change support every Wednesday at 9.30am and 11am.
Phone: Victoria Beeson - 07969 782 893
Email: vickybeeson85@hotmail.com
Facebook: Basildon & Vange Slimming World with Victoria | Facebook
Website: Vicky's Slimming World groups. | Slimming World
Love You Burlesque
Shimmy, wiggle and find your inner sparkle with Love You Burlesque. Perfect for keeping fit and having some fun with some likeminded ladies, regardless of age, shape or size.
Phone: 0330 041 5177
Email: info@loveyouburlesque.co.uk
Ryukyukan Karate & Kobudo - Matsuri School for Karate Excellence
Perfect for fun and fitness, self defence and confidence, respect and discipline. First lesson FREE.
Classes available for...
- Children from 4 -6 years old
- Children from 7 - 12 years old
- Adults and Teens aged 13 years and above
Phone: 07795 197732 or 07584 286683
Facebook: www.facebook.com/matsuridojopitsea
Website: matsuri-karate-essex.co.uk
The Terrence Higgins Trust
Free and confidential rapid HIV testing, sexual health advice and support, free condoms and lubrication product provided by Terence Higgins Trust.
Private clinic every Wednesday from 5.30pm - 8.30pm. Just ask at main reception to see 'Sophie'.
Meets: Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 10.30am - 2.30pm
Phone contact: Sophie 0300 373 3421
Email: essex@tht.org.uk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thtessex
Website: www.tht.org.uk
UNISEX Hair Salon
Fully qualified unisex hair dresser with years of experience and a purpose built salon here at The Place. Prom hair and bridal hair available. Discounts available for OAP's and members.
Open: Tuesday - Saturday
Phone: Tina on 07731 399756
Website: Unisex Hair Salon, newly equipped and refurbished
Weight Watchers
Wellness that works. Lose weight with the support that fits your needs. Every Saturday from 9.30am-10.30am.
Phone: Suzanne Daniels 07813 892731
Email: Weight Watchers at sdaniels@ww.com
Website: Weight Watchers Website
Facebook: Weight Watchers Facebook page
Football Fun Factory
We are on a mission to make football fun, for everyone!
Meets: Tots Sessions (2yrs - 5yrs) Every Saturday 09:15 to 10:00 & 10:00 - 10:45 and every Thursday 10:00 - 10:45
Contact: Mark Pursey
Email: getinvolved@thefootballfunfactory.co.uk
Facebook: Football Fun Factory - Basildon
Living Word Church
Meets: Every Sunday (except the last Sunday of the month) 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Contact: Vongai Mazendame
Email: vongaiv@gmail.com
Kaz Spiritual
A weekly Mediumship workshop, with special guest mediums and 1-2-1 readings on the last Monday of the month.
Meets: Every Monday 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Contact: Karen Butler on 07779 020017
Email: KazSpiritual@outlook.com
Facebook: KazSpiritual | Facebook
Basildon Philatelic Society
We offer a varied programme of philatelic displays with outside speakers or for member participation.
Meets: 1 Monday and 3 Tuesday of the month (excluding Bank Holidays and subject to change) 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Contact: Charlie Mead on 07956 570884
Email: enquiries@basildon-philatelic.org.uk
Website: www.basildon-philatelic.org.uk
Regeneration Church
Church service on the 1 Sunday of each month from 10am - 11.30am.
Contact: Richard Odaro on 07460 871992/07460 780772
Renewed International Church
Church service every Sunday 10am to 11.30am
Contact: 07846 542444
Email: renewedintlchurch@outlook.com
Hope a New Start
A highly detailed beading class, with clarity, resources, materials, tools and inclusion covering the ACTS is also embraced.
Contact: Peace Ubah on 07757 739472
Email: ebeleokere@hotmail.co.uk