CLUBS & ORGANISATIONS AT I.G.S.
IGS provides venue hire/facilities to many local clubs and organisations on week day evenings, weekends and school holidays. Please take a look below at the variety of activities on offer and scroll down for more information.
Please note: IGS has no further association with external hirers beyond letting our facilities. For any information regarding credentials and safeguarding measures, including DBS checks, you must refer to the club or organisation directly.
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For VENUE HIRE enquiries please click here to complete a brief form or alternatively, call 01943 608424 or email venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk
Aeromodellers
Wharfedale Aeromodellers Flying Club
Our club is over 50 years old and encourages all forms of aeromodelling but we only have facilities for control line flying. We are affiliated to the British Model Flying Association (B.M.F.A.) and conform to their Child and Vunerable Adult Policy.
All are invited to visit us on our club night or at our Ilkley flying site. Children under eighteen and vulnerable adults must be acompanied by two parents, guardians or carers.
For: Adults & Juniors
Day & Time: Sunday 12:00 - 18:00
Venue: Sports Field
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Athletics
Junior Ilkley Harriers - Sportshall Athletics
Junior Ilkley Harriers is the junior section of Ilkley Harriers AC and provides training, racing, and social activities for young athletes. The Club colours are red and green. The majority of our sessions have waiting lists so please do not turn up on the night to any session and contact Shirley beforehand with any enquiries at shirley@ilkleyharriers.org.uk
For: Juniors
| Sports Hall |
Monday & Thursday (September - March) |
17:30 - 20:30 |
| Sports Field |
Wednesday (September - July) |
17:30 - 19:30 |
Click here for the website or facebook page.
Badminton
Evergreen Badminton Club
Have you played badminton before but not for a while? Then why not restart? We are looking for past, or current, players who would like to join a social badminton club. It’s worth a try. Just arrive on a Monday evening at 8.30pm at the Ilkley Grammar School Sports Hall, off Springs Lane and see Mick Rayner.
For: Adults
Day & Time: Monday 20:30 – 21:45
Venue: Sports Hall
Contact: venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk
Cost: £86.00 for approx. 36 weeks play. You can play as a guest for two or three weeks at only £5.00 per week (refundable on joining) and see how you go.
Friday Night Badminton
For: Adults
Day & Time: Friday 19:30 – 21:00
Venue: Sports Hall
Contact: venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk
Ilkley Badminton Coaching
Junior badminton coaching for beginners and younger children. Run by a Badminton England coach and linked into Yorkshire junior badminton network. Rackets and shuttles provided. A fun way to learn how to play badminton.
For: Juniors - school years 2 to 8
Day & Time: Term time Wednesdays 17:00 – 18:15 (September - May)
Venue: Sports Hall
Cost: Usually in half-term blocks but £7 per session to give it a try.
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Contact: Ian Campbell Mob: 07721 978 143 Email: Ian2408@btinternet.com
Ilkley Badminton Club
Ilkley Badminton Club (IBC) is a friendly badminton club playing at Ilkley Grammar School in Ilkley and St Marys School Menston.
For: Adults
Day & Time: Tuesdays 19:30 – 22:00
Venue: Sports Hall
Cost: First session free!
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Contact: Laura Stevens Mob: 07758 820540 Email: laura958@hotmail.com
Social Badminton
Social Badminton Ilkley is for all ages and abilities looking to play badminton for fun and exercise. This is a non-membership club and is for people that would like to play as and when they can. This is a not a competitive club and is aimed at people that enjoy playing badminton and would like to get some regular exercise. Social Badminton has been set up due to the lack of general badminton clubs in the area. Other clubs require memberships and can be known to take the game a little bit too seriously. Social Badminton Ilkley can be used as a progression club for people that may want to join a club/league in the future but may need to improve their game and brush off the cobwebs. Social Badminton Ilkley is for fun and exercise, all are welcome. “This is a great non-competitive badminton club that welcomes everyone. Social Badminton Ilkley is all about playing badminton for fun and exercise. The pay as you play model makes it a very good option for people that are unable to commit to playing every week.”
For: Adults
Day & Time: Thursday 19:45 – 21:30
Venue: Sports Hall
Cost: £5 per session (no membership)
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Cricket
Ben Rhydding Cricket Club
Founded in 1921, Ben Rhydding Cricket Club is a thriving part of the local Ben Rhydding and Ilkley community, offering cricket to all ages, sexes and abilities.
The 1st and 2nd XI play in the Theakston Nidderdale and District Amateur Cricket League. Our junior section has four age groups, with our ECB level 2 qualified coaches working with all members. We're also developing specific girls teams having competed in some girls tournaments at under 9's. We are close to completing an under 13's team.
Please get in touch if you'd like to join in!
For: Juniors (Nets Practice)
Day: Saturday
Times: U9s/U11s - 13:00 - 14:30 & U13s/U15s - 14:30 - 16:00
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Venue: Sports Hall
Dates: Saturday 1st March - 5th April 2025
Ilkley Cricket Club
Established in 1850 Ilkley Cricket Club is a founding member of the Airedale & Wharfedale Senior Cricket League. Today the club brings cricket to the whole community, hosting three senior and five junior teams, playing everyday throughout the summer if the British weather permits. If you're interested in yourself or one of your children playing then don't hesitate to get in touch, we welcome players of all ages and abilities!
For: Juniors
Day & Time: Friday 18:00 - 19:15 (Nov to Feb)
Venue: Sports Hall
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Community Events
Numerous facilities are available to hire for community events. In the past we have provided venues for art workshops with refugee families, free singing workshops, chamber music performances and town meetings. Please email venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk to enquire.
Fitness Training
Ilkley Harriers - Circuit Training
Ilkley Harriers is a friendly running club based in Ilkley, West Yorkshire. We welcome runners of all abilities and running interests and the club provides training and group runs as well as social events for members. Ilkley Harriers compete in a whole range of running events and our Club League encourages friendly competition between members. The Club organises races too. Interested in joining us?
Whilst these sessions are geared towards runners, they are suitable for all those wanting to achieve a general strength and conditioning fitness level for a broad cross section of abilities.
For: Ages 15+
Day & Time: Monday 19:00 - 20:00 (runs September to Easter holiday, excluding 2nd Mondays of each month)
Venue: Gymnasium
Cost: £2.00 per session (no membership required)
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RAF Air Cadets
If you're a fan of aviation, action and adventure, love sports and getting to know people then why don't you consider joining the air cadets? Every year nearly 56,000 air cadets and volunteer staff take part in exciting events all over the country and with a local squadron in Ilkley, you could be one of them.
For: Juniors
Day: 2nd Monday of each month
Time & Venue:
| 19:00 - 21:00 |
Gymnasium |
| 19:30 - 21:00 |
Swimming Pool |
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Football
Addingham FC
For: Adults
Day & Time: Tuesday 19:00 - 20:00
Venue: Sports Hall
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Ilkley Town FC
Ilkley Town AFC is a Charter Standard Community Football Club with three senior teams, an under 21's & Academy team.
In addition we have an excellent junior set up with boys and girls teams at a variety of age groups.
For: Veterans, men, ladies, and juniors.
Day & Time: Saturday and Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Venue: Sports Fields
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Gymnastics
Ilkley Gym Club
Providing gymnastics to boys and girls aged 5-18, specialising in Acrobatic Gymnastics. We offer many recreational classes for gymnasts attending sessions once a week. Children are usually split into age appropriate groups and we run a boys-only mixed aged class.All of our sessions are run by qualified British Gymnastics coaches, providing knowledge and experience.
During classes we work on a variety of gymnastics skills, towards British Gymnastics awards and club events. Recreational classes are held on a Wednesday evening and Saturday morning during term time. We also run a number of invitational competitive classes. Fees are usually collected termly and charged at £6 for the hours class.
For: Juniors
Day & Time:
| Tuesday |
Competitive sessions |
16;30 - 21:00 |
| Wednesday |
Recreational classes |
16:30 - 20:30 |
| Thursday |
Competitive sessions |
18:15 - 21:00 |
| Saturday |
Recreational classes |
09:00 - 10:00 |
| Saturday |
Competitive sessions |
10:00 - 16:00 |
Venue: Gymnasium
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Holiday Camps/Clubs
If you are a holiday camps provider, our excellent facilities are available to hire including the sports hall, courts, school field & swimming pool facilities.
Please telephone the school or email venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk for further details.
InGear Coaching
Our holiday clubs are designed for all school age children aged from 4 to 12 years old. We offer a broad range of age appropriate activities to give every child that's with us a fantastic time!
Our HolidayClubs @ Ilkley Grammar School consists of swimming, sports, games and arts & crafts including football, dodgeball, badminton & fun team building games every day! We offer heaps of variety to keep your kids stimulated, inspired & entertained.
Swimming is 1.5 hours each morning. A combination of fun swim, drills, games, water polo, raft races & diving (for children that don't require armbands). Junior abilities remain in the shallow area. A lifeguard is present at every swim session.
WHO RUNS OUR CLUBS?
All of our clubs are run by highly experienced teachers and sports coaches who have a wealth of knowledge in education.
Places can be booked for as little or as many days as you require with discounts applied for multiple days. Mix & match across venues / camps and pick as many or as little days as you wish.
Everything is handled in one place when you book: register on the system, add your child(ren) and book them on to your chosen days. You can update your child's profile with medical info, allergies, likes & dislikes, payment info, collection passwords etc.
For: Juniors (4-12 years)
Day: Monday - Friday
Dates:
| October half-term |
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| December Holidays |
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| February half-term |
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| Summer holidays |
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Time: Core hours are 09:00 - 16:00
Cost: £35.00 per day with discounted rates for families booking / 3 plus days
Venue: Main school site inc. swimming pool, gymnasium and post-16 centre.
Get your kids set for an awesome summer and click HERE to book your child's place:
or email: holidayclub@ingearcoaching.co.uk for more information
Martial Arts
Jimmy's School of Martial Arts
Self-defence school, delivering fun, informative martial arts sessions for all ages. Please contact us to book a free trial.
For: Juniors
Day & Time: Thursday 18:00 - 19:00
Venue: Drama Room
Cost: £25 per month
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Music Group
BMDC Ilkley Music Centre
The Music Service provides a range of music group opportunities for children from all parts of the district to participate in bands and orchestras of various standards. Being a member of a music group provides a wide range of opportunities for students of all ages and standards, from beginner upwards, to develop musicianship and playing skills. For most people, music has its greatest impact when played with others. Concert performances are the goal of most of our music groups and are valuable experiences in their own right. We try to ensure that each of our music groups has regular performance opportunities.
Participation in these music groups promotes a feeling of team work and encourages a sense of responsibility.
For: Juniors
Day: Saturday
Time:
| Intermediate Wind Band |
09:00 - 10:00 |
| Acoustic Guitar |
09:00 - 10:00 |
| Junior Wind Band |
10:00 - 11:00 |
| Rock & Soul Band |
10:00 - 11:00 |
Venue: Music Rooms & Courtyard Cafe
Cost: Free first session then £34 per term.
Click here for the website and booking details.
Performing Arts
If you are a performing arts provider our excellent facilities are available to hire including the main hall (equipped with large stage and sound/lighting system) and two drama studios.
Please telephone the school or email venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk for further details.
Pilates
If you are a pilates instructor our excellent facilities are available to hire. Please telephone the school or email venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk for further details.
Pottery & Ceramics
If you are a pottery instructor our excellent facilities are available to hire. Please telephone the school or email venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk for further details.
Rugby
We currently have availability for a Rugby training hirer. Please contact venuehire@igs.mlt.co.uk to enquire.
Swimming
In Gear Coaching
Providing children of all ages and abilities with new experiences, adventure and discovery. Swimming lessons, Cycle Trail Rides and Holiday Clubs.
For: Juniors
Day & Time:
| Monday |
16:00 - 18:30 |
| Tuesday |
16:00 - 19:00 |
| Friday |
16:00 - 19:30 |
Click here for the facebook page.
Puddle Ducks
Puddle Ducks West Yorkshire delivers individually-tailored swimming lessons for little ones all over North and West Yorkshire. We have the best teachers in the business and our baby, toddler and child swimming programmes are second to none.
For: Juniors
Day & Time:
| Saturday |
08:15 - 13:00 |
| Sunday |
09:00 - 12:45 |
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Sotheby Swim School
The swim school has been teaching children's swimming lessons at Ilkley Grammar School since 1998.
We offer parent and child swimming classes (from age 6 months to 4 years old) and children's learn to swim classes (for complete beginners to bronze, silver and gold Challenge awards). We continually assess children to encourage progress through the swim awards.
Swim teacher, Eddie and Julie Sotheby, are trained, registered and insured with the institute of swimming teachers (www.swimming.org). Eddie is an advanced swimming teacher and registered Fellow of the Institute of Swimming Teachers.
For: Juniors
Day & Time:
| Wednesday |
16:00 - 20:00 |
| Thursday |
16:00 - 20:00 |
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Victoria Spratt & Kelly Cherrington
| Adults |
- Water phobics
- Fitness and stamina training
- Technique and stroke work
- Intro to openwater skills and training
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| Children |
- Technique and stamina training
- Fitness
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Day & Time:
| Tuesday 19:15 - 21:00 |
Vicky and Kelly |
Contact: Victoria Spratt on 07855 519501 or Kelly Cherrington on 07876 557075
