A Holbeach youth club is appealing for volunteers so more young people can attend.
The Holbeach Youth Club based at the charity’s Tonic Health’s Boston Road South hub in the town, has proved a huge success.
There are two in the town, one for primary school aged children from 4pm to 6pm on Tuesday afternoons and one for secondary school age from 5pm to 7pm.
The latter, in particularly, is proving so popular that the organisers behind it are having to cap numbers.
It’s all run by volunteers of which there are currently six.
That means they have to cap it at 46 children attending.
“Honestly, I think we could have 60 plus kids each week come if we had enough volunteers to oversee them,” said the manager of Tonic Health’s Holbeach Hub Sam Collins. “It really is an impressive thing and you see young people come in and meeting new people in a safe environment.”
The hub is well equipped and has a host of opportunities for attendees.
They include its Digital Den which is equipped with the latest technology including Wiis, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox Series S, and VR headsets.
The area is designed for comfort and fun, featuring four TVs, bean bags, gaming chairs, a sofa and a diverse selection of games.
There’s also the sports hall, an expansive area catering for a wide range of activities from parties to indoor sports.
Adjacent to the sports hall is a viewing area, complete with sports equipment and a seating area, ideal for relaxation and social interaction.
A creative’s paradise, the Project Room is outfitted with various machines and tools, including mug and t-shirt printing presses, a kiln, 3D printers, and soon, a digital sewing machine.
The room also provides ample desk and table space for other crafting activities, ensuring a broad spectrum of creative outlets.
A Tonic Health spokesman said: “Our Youth Support programme is tailored to engage children and teenagers through a variety of activities, fostering both creativity and physical activity.
“Our sessions are conveniently divided by age group to provide a tailored experience that resonates with the interests and needs of each age range.
“Our Youth Support initiatives are designed to nurture the minds and bodies of young people, providing them with opportunities to explore, learn, and grow in a supportive and stimulating environment.”
But it all needs adult volunteers to allow it to run.
Anyone interested in volunteering is asked to contact 07471 515232 or email
[email protected]
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