Information for Young People
We’re offering an action-packed programme specifically for all secondary aged young people from Campsie View and Merkland Schools.
- All activities are free
- It’s a chance to meet new friends
- You could discover a new passion
You can go swimming, have tea with a pony, relax in a hydrotherapy pool, create a masterpiece, learn some dance moves and so much more!
Just sign up and enjoy a summer of fun in East Dunbartonshire – we can’t wait to share the fun with you all!
Information for Parents and Carers
This programme includes services from East Dunbartonshire Council, East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Cultural Trust (EDLC), the third sector and small local businesses. Consultation with both schools and pupils helped inform this initiative and we would like your feedback in this pilot year.
We understand that every young person is unique and has their own interests, passions and support needs, and that you know these best. The sign-up details have contact information for the organiser of the event and we encourage you to discuss the specific support your young person requires. Most sessions require a parent/carer to attend. The organisers will discuss the level of support/input required - this depends on the activity.
Venues will have access to drinking water and accessible toilets however, they may not always have changing facilities on-site. We are aware that if this is something you need to consider, this may be a challenge and we would like to support where we can and improve this for future events. There will be an opportunity for you and the young people involved to give us feedback and suggestions for future provision.
If you would like to get in touch, please email: ELC1140@eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Inclusive sessions for secondary aged young people at Merkland and Campsie View
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How to Book |
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Swim and Gym pass for young person (and parent/carer). |
Run by EDLC Leisure. You are always welcome at your local leisure centre - and with a free pass all summer long, you can visit as many times as you want! Relax or splash in the refreshing pool water or find your fierce in the gym - speak to one of the fitness instructors who can tell you more about the state-of-the-art gym equipment and how this can work for you. Note: The free gym/swim pass allows you to bring a support companion. Go along to Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre, The Leisuredrome, Bishopbriggs or Allander Lesiure Centre, Bearsden.
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You can visit the centre you wish to attend for more information or to book. You can call:
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Art and creative therapy sessions for young adults with autism spectrum conditions. |
ED Initiative for Creative Therapy (EDICT) provides space for young adults with Autism to get creative and spend time with peers. Visit EDICT Autism Spectrum [opens in a new window] for more information. |
Call 0141 772 4554 or email: main.office@edictarts.co.uk |
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Inclusive activities such as tai chi, craft and chat, seated dance and mindfulness. |
Glasgow Disability Alliance provides free and fun sessions for young people across the summer holidays in central Glasgow locations. A summer programme with lots more information will be available on their website prior to the summer break. EDC young people are welcome to attend all and any of the sessions. Visit the Glasgow Disability Alliance website [opens in a new window] |
Call 0141 556 7103 or email: info@gdaonline.co.uk For more information, view the Glasgow Disability Alliance Summer Programme 2023 leaflets [opens in a new window]. |
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Library resources and reading materials to borrow. |
EDLC Libraries and Heritage & Arts have a packed programme of events for Summer. Visit the EDLC website [opens in a new window] to find out more. |
Pick up a programme at your local library or visit the EDLC website [opens in a new window] for more information |
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YDance: Inclusive Dance Sessions (week-long inclusive dance camp). |
The Active Schools Team is working in partnership with the Education Service and YDance to deliver Inclusive Dance Sessions. These fun, friendly, creative dance sessions are open to all pupils with additional support needs. They will explore different dance themes and styles and may use more repetition and demonstration to give extra support to participants. This inclusive session may also utilise props (scarves, ribbons, shakers) to help encourage participants to be creative in a way that feels right for them. We ask if your child requires 1:1 support then a parent or carer stays within the session.
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Hydrotherapy Swim Session |
Make a splash and relax in the new hydrotherapy pool that can take up to four young people with parent/carer at each session.
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Email EDC Youth Services Team: cldyoungpeople@eastdunbarton.gov.uk |
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Code Club 12+ |
EDLC Libraries: All ability Code Club session for young people aged 12-18yrs. Explore coding with Scratch, Microbits and Makey Makey. These are inclusive sessions which aim to be welcoming to young people with additional support considerations. They are held on:
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Please let us know on the booking form if you have any individual requests and feel free to get in touch if you would like more information: lesley.tyler@eastdunbarton.gov.uk Book online: Kirkintilloch Code Club 12+ - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] |
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Basketball, boccia and tennis (CANCELLED) |
Join The Sporting Aces in their inclusive sports sessions to learn skills and meet friends! Young people are invited to sign up for a block as follows:
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Call Dion at The Sporting Aces on: 07383 361517 or email: dion.thesportingaces@yahoo.com Alternatively, you can email Karen Borland, EDLC Active Schools. Email: Karen.Borland@eastdunbarton.gov.uk |
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Sensory Story Session 12+ |
Run by EDLC Libraries. Come and join an interactive story with songs and sensory elements for young people aged 12-16yrs. Sessions last 45mins.
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We have included questions on the booking form and may contact you before the event so that we can tailor the session to the individuals who come along.
Book online: Bishopbriggs Sensory Story Session 12+ - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] Bearsden Sensory Story Session 12+ - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] |
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Multi-Sports |
EDLC Sports Team is inviting young people to bring their parent or carer to try out and learn about different types of sports alongside coaches who will inspire and encourage with games rules and equipment. Raquets at the ready! Come along to:
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Horse Stable Management and Grooming Session |
At Glasgow Riding for the Disabled, you can get up close with the horses and learn all about good stable management and how to groom the horses. You may go on to take part in riding lessons! Parents/carers should be in attendance and can either stay with the young person or access the café if the young person is settled. The charity will arrange volunteers to support.
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Call RDA on 0141 945 1369 or email: RDA@rdaglasgow.org and quote EDC Summer Programme. |
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Craft with audio |
Run by EDLC Libraries. Come and help create a frieze. Simple colouring and craft with headphones and audiobooks available – or bring your own music. These are inclusive sessions which aim to be welcoming to young people with additional support needs and their families. They are for all abilities and suitable for children aged 8+. Please book a place if you would like to borrow headphones with audiobook. If you would like to come with your own headphones and music etc you can just drop in anytime.
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Feel free to get in touch if you would like more information: lesley.tyler@eastdunbarton.gov.uk Bishopbriggs Craft with Audio - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] Milngavie Craft with Audio - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] |
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Creative Art / Story Sessions |
Join Creative Spark and create your masterpiece! Bring stories to life through art and crafts in these fun and interactive sessions. They are held on:
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Book online: Milngavie Creative Art / Story Sessions - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] Kirkintilloch Creative Art / Story Sessions - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] Bishopbriggs Creative Art / Story Sessions - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] |
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Summer Moves |
Join Indepen-dance for high energy, active and creative dance fun sessions on: Thurs 13th July or 3rd August from 10 - 11am in Lenzie Meadow Primary School.
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Book online: Lenzie Summer Moves - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] Bearsden Summer Moves - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] Bishopbriggs Summer Moves - Eventbrite [opens in a new window] |
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Tea with a pony |
Take part in a comforting sensory experience at Glasgow Riding for the Disabled. During this session, you will get one-to-one time to spend time patting, grooming and learning about the horse. There will also be time to have a cup of tea or drink with friends and chat to volunteers at RDA. If the weather is good, there will be a tour around the yard to meet the other ponies and watch the horses being ridden. Volunteers will talk about how to look after and ride horses. Parents/carers should be in attendance and can either stay with the young person or can access the café if the young person is settled. The charity will arrange volunteers to support.
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Call RDA on 0141 945 1369 or email: RDA@rdaglasgow.org and quote EDC Summer Programme. |
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New Roots Gardening Club |
Come and try! Why not try your hand at gardening and learn the basics? Suitable for those aged 14+
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Email: Lacs@eastdunbarton.co.uk |
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Spectrum Film Club |
Come and try! Fancy an immersive cinema experience? You can create and design your own robot using recycling and then watch Wall-E. Suitable for those aged 14+ Organised and supported by EDC Local Area Coordinators. Come along on:
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Email: Lacs@eastdunbarton.co.uk |
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Limelight Music: Band Improvisation |
Come and try! You can create and play a piece of music together with others. Suitable for those aged 14+
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Email: Lacs@eastdunbarton.co.uk |
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MAGSS - Special Interest Groups |
Come and try! Join the Manga, Anime, Gaming, Sci-Fi Society. Create your own character, comic, play games and join discussions on your favourite topics. Suitable for those aged 14+
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Email: Lacs@eastdunbarton.co.uk |
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Drama and Confidence Building |
Come and try! Join Creative Sparks for an Introduction Into Drama session. Suitable for those aged 14+
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Email: Lacs@eastdunbarton.co.uk |