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Smilers and Youth for ages 8-18 meets every other Saturday morning at 10.30 – 11:30. You can book onto the session here– there is the option to donate when booking but absolutely no pressure to do so. Katie Aynsley, who facilitates the sessions, has experience of working with children, young people, and adults with disabilities. She has volunteered, assisted, and taught a wide range of accessible and inclusive dance sessions within the community. She is now the academy dance tutor for Mind the Gap theatre company in Bradford and a dance support worker for Mesh Dance an inclusive youth dance company in Leeds. Katie is also a support worker providing support in the community for families and young people with additional needs. Feel free to bring a snack or lunch for after the session. Siblings are very welcome too. Bookings will close at 4pm on Saturday and please remember to cancel your place if you can no longer attend. Enjoy!

Swimming sessions for Sunshine Families  Sessions are 40 minutes long and we will run 2 sessions of 4 pods on a fortnightly basis. The 1st pod will run from 3.15pm to 3.55pm followed by 20 minutes between sessions, with the 2nd session being from 4.15pm to 4.55pm with 20 minutes to exit the baths. Each pod will be a 1/4 of the pool – 2 shallow end pods & 2 deep end pods (your child must be able to swim without arm bands or floats for the deep end pods) with a maximum of 6 people from the same family or support bubble in each pod. All sessions must be booked in advance and spaces are released for booking the Saturday before the swim session. The link to book is: Sunshine & Smiles Swimming We will then ensure we pass family details to Bramley for the purposes of NHS track & trace & for checking into the session. There will be two teachers available on the poolside to give advice & guidance to families during the session, unfortunately teachers cannot be in the water with children due to ensuring social distancing & the session being Covid secure. You will be allocated poolside changing cubicles on arrival and will need […]

Our Sunflowers and Smilers groups on Saturday 31st May are going to be very special as we’re going to Forest School! These sessions will be held at the TCV Hollybush site in Kirkstall and led by Lisa from Tiny Outdoor Explorers (you can find out more about Tiny Outdoor Explorers here:  https://www.tinyoutdoorexplorers.co.uk/). We’ll be pond dipping, minibeast hunting, mask making and doing other fun activities! The Sunflowers session (age 2-8) will be 10am to 11am, and the Smilers and Youth session (age 8-18) will be 11.30am to 12.30pm. We’re also holding a musical fundraiser in the barn at TCV Hollybush on that day, so if you wish, you can stay on to enjoy the music and even grab some drinks and treats from Café 21, which will also be open! The address for the TCV Hollybush Conservation Centre is Broad Lane, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3BP. On-site parking is only for blue badge holders, but you can park at Morrisons (a 6-minute walk away) if coming by car. If you are planning to come to either session please book on here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sunshineandsmiles/1692804

Dates: Monday 2 June, 16 June, 30 June, 14 July, 28 July (5 sessions) Time: 10.15am – 11.15pm We have the room till 12pm however, so please do stay for a coffee and a chat!  Session: 1 hour Venue: https://welcomein.org.uk No yoga experience is required. You will book and pay for all the sessions together. This 5 week course is about providing a space for you to turn up as you are and enjoy some yoga based movement, breathing practices and relaxation as well as practical tips, focusing on regulation, grounding and resetting. There are no expectations, there is no judgement. A space for you to come and be you and take some time for your self-care. The aim of this is for you to have an opportunity for self care but also as a social opportunity to meet other parents who ‘get it’ (if you want to! No pressure!) We have booked the room for 2 hours to allow flexibility and to relax the session and so that if you want to, you can stay for refreshments afterwards. Your children are invited to join us on the last session (28th July) so you can create bonding time together; the enjoyment of learning […]

‘Eat this…eat during these hours…eat these kinds of foods…they should be eating here…definitely don’t let them eat like that…’ There is so much information and social media influence telling us how we and our kids should be eating. But what really are the priorities here? How does our decision making in this moment affect the next food opportunity for this young person? Together we will go through the foundations of care for making in-the-moment decisions that also help create a more positive relationship young person has with food. This webinar will help you solidify your priorities of care whether and set neuro-affirming goals with a family. When we know what matters most and why, we can be more confident in supporting our young people to eat. In addition, we will explore the intersection of co-occurring medical conditions and how this impact your young person’s food and eating choices. We will also expand this conversation into discussing selective eating, ARFID and PFD (paediatric feeding disorder). Each in-person course will have a max of 15 attendees and will be in a Workshop format. The course will run 10am-12pm and there will be lunch provided afterwards as well as time for questions for […]

Smilers for ages 8-18 years on a Saturday morning, every 2 weeks. This week Made with Music will be leading fun and interactive singing and music session. The session is two hours long to allow families to stay for a cuppa and a chat. A team member will be there providing refreshments, and please feel free to bring a packed lunch. You can book onto the session here. Here is what the session will look like this week: A singing and music session with Made with Music Snacks/picnic lunch and refreshments, parents and children can chat or play freely Made with Music is a charity in Leeds who provide accessible and educational live music experiences for families and young people. They use signing and singing to encourage learning and fun. This session is for children aged 8-18

Sunflowers for ages 2-8 on a Saturday morning, every 2 weeks. This week will be a Yoga session with Debs These sessions encourage children to explore their imagination and use their bodies through play and movement. Accessible to all – we use props, craft, music and singing to promote a creative environment full of fun. After the session there will be a chance to chat over a hot drink – feel free to bring along a packed lunch. You can book onto the session here.  Siblings are welcome. Bookings will close at 4pm on Friday and please remember to cancel your place if you can no longer attend. Enjoy!

Sunflowers for ages 2-8 on a Saturday morning, every 2 weeks. The session is now longer to allow families to stay for a cuppa and a chat. A team member will be there providing refreshments, and please feel free to bring a packed lunch. There will also be some craft for the children during this time- see structure below. You can book onto the session here.  These sessions encourage children to explore their imagination and use their bodies through play and movement. Accessible to all – we use props, craft, music and singing to promote a creative environment full of fun. Katie Aynsley, who runs the sessions, has experience of working with children, young people, and adults with disabilities. She has volunteered, assisted, and taught a wide range of accessible and inclusive dance sessions within the community. She is now the academy dance tutor for Mind the Gap theatre company in Bradford and a dance support worker for Mesh Dance an inclusive youth dance company in Leeds. Katie is also a support worker providing support in the community for families and young people with additional needs. Siblings are welcome and feel free to bring lunch/snack to have afterwards. Bookings will close at […]

Sunday, 29th June 2025 10.30am to 12.30pm John Charles Centre for Sport, Middleton Grove, Leeds Registration: https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/TheSNAPSSuperheroChallenge2025 This accessible and inclusive ‘fun run’ style family event gives children with additional needs the chance to feel like a superhero for the day. All ages and abilities are welcome, and each child can decide on their own distance target around the 400m athletics track. Those requiring an accessibility aid such as a wheelchair, walker or pushchair can also wheel their way around. All children will be cheered on to the finish line where they will each receive their own challenge medal and goodie bag. As well as the zoom around the track, we will have lots of  fun activities, including: Superhero meet and greet Bouncy castle Inclusive football sessions with Leeds United Foundation and rugby with Leeds Rhinos Foundation coaches Fire and Rescue Service and Police Face painting Craft and sensory activities Games Lots more surprises! Families can register for the Superhero Challenge for free if they commit to raising £47 or more in sponsorship. This would support the cost of a physiotherapy session for a child with additional needs. Alternatively, tickets cost £12 per child if you would prefer not to […]

🎉 Little Hiccups’ 16th Birthday Party: Mermaids & Pirates Adventure! 🏴‍☠️🧜‍♀️ Ahoy, mateys! Join us for a swashbuckling celebration as Little Hiccups turns 16! This year’s theme is a magical blend of mermaids and pirates, promising an unforgettable adventure for all. Highlights of the Event: 🌊 Meet Our Enchanting Mermaid! Dive into the magic with our special guest mermaid, Jennah! She’ll be available for a fabulous photoshoot, sharing fascinating ocean facts and tales from the deep. Don’t miss this chance to capture a memory with a real-life mermaid! 🎶 Susie Sparkles as Ukulele Bill Get ready for some toe-tapping tunes as Susie Sparkles becomes Ukulele Bill. Her lively performance will have everyone singing along and dancing to the rhythm of the sea and from treasure hunts to pirate ship races, there’s something for everyone 🎨 Face Painting & Balloon Modelling Our favourite face painters and balloon modellers are back to transform you into your favourite pirate or mermaid. Whether it’s a fierce pirate scar or a shimmering mermaid tail, they’ll bring your imagination to life.. Come ready to play and win some fantastic prizes! We’ll also be feeding you on the day buffet style and there will be vegetarian and […]

Age Restriction:** Strictly over 18’s only** PLEASE NOTE: we are asking for £10 a ticket on booking. However, £10 will be refunded to all attendees the next working day and you will be gifted £10 behind the bar so you will receive a fun night out with great company for FREE plus £10 to spend at the bar (non-alcoholic drinks also available). Venue: Quirky Ales Join us for an exclusive quiz night at Quirky Ales, specially organised for Hiccups parent/carers! This is a great opportunity to unwind, have fun, and test your knowledge in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. If we can get enough people signed up, we can organise a food truck to attend as well! So sign up quickly. We’ll let you know either way! Event Details: Seating Capacity: 30 people Eligibility: Hiccups parent/carers only (over 18’s) Start Time: 6:30 PM About Quirky Ales: Quirky Ales is a small independent craft brewery based in Garforth, just 8 miles east of Leeds. Since 2015, they have been proudly brewing craft ales, blending tradition with creativity to craft something truly special. The cosy taproom is where the magic unfolds—a place where beer lovers, curious newcomers, and friendly faces come together to enjoy great brews and […]