Local Organisations Database - List

Found 61 organisations for subject:   Women   

1. Ardagh Bowling and Sports Club  (Ref #2064)
To promote the game of lawn green bowls for the benefit of all members. We have mens and ladies sections which have their own fixtures. We also play mixed fixtures. The clubhouse is licensed, easily accessible, and has a skittle alley and dartboard. There are also occasional social events.

2. Association of Wrens - Bristol Branch  (Ref #1294)
We meet on the 1st Friday of every month. The group comprises 40 members, who range in age from 50 years to 94 years. All were members of the Women's Royal Naval Service. They have been a local branch since 1960. Outings, guest speakers and other activities are arranged. We also raise funds for specific charities as well as for the Wrens Benevolent Trust.

3. Athene  (Ref #1713)
Aims to give members opportunities to make new friends, extend interests, contribute to discussions of local and national issues, with an emphasis on women's concerns. Supports CAMfed (Campaign for Female Education), a charity providing education for girls in Africa. We also run book groups and theatre visits for our members.

4. Avon Federation of Women's Institutes  (Ref #1366)
We play a unique role in educating women and enabling them to build new skills, to take part in wide-ranging activities and to campiagn on issues that matter to them and their communitites.

5. Avon Sexual Abuse Centre (ASAC)  (Ref #965)
A free counselling and psychotherapy service for adults and 'looked after' children who have suffered the trauma of sexual abuse during their lifetime.

6. Avonbelles, The  (Ref #1297)
A friendly women's four-part, harmony group. No experience needed, just be able to sing in tune. Full expert tution given.

7. Awaz Utaoh  (Ref #1217)
Awaz Utaoh is a BME community organisation which specifically targets the different sections of deprived South Asian people. Our main aim is to relieve the isolation, distress, poverty and victimisation experienced by the identified target communities and to reintroduce them back into mainstream society promoting community cohesion. Culturally appropriate advice and guidance, referral and liaison with public service providers, training, employment opportunities, victim and family support.

8. Baby Sensory  (Ref #2414)
A mother & baby class from birth to 13 months. We do a little bit of everything at Baby Sensory; singing & signing, music, baby massage, baubles, bells, feathers & lots of fun through play & sensory experiences. It is a complete approach to learning and development. We tell you what we are doing with each activity and how this will aid you and your babies development. Please contact us for a free taster.

9. Belly Dance Arab Egyptian  (Ref #2326)
Belly Dance Arab Egyptian with Maria. This Arabic dance form offers a great way to get fit, have fun and learn a new skill. Enjoy learning dance from Egypt and North Africa. For women of all ages, shapes and sizes. For absolute beginners and those with some experience.

10. Bishopsworth Townswomens Guild  (Ref #110)
Meeting held 1st Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm. We have interesting speakers, craft group, outings and theatre visits.

11. Bradley Stoke Netball Club  (Ref #2109)
Friendly local netball club with teams entered in Avon League. Train Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm. Matches Saturdays. All welcome.

12. Bristol City Korfball Club  (Ref #2056)
Korfball is a fast and fun mixed team sport, the ultimate aim being to get a ball through a basket. That said, it's not netball and not basketball - come along and see the difference! BCKC train at Kingsdown Sports Centre on Sundays through the winter and outdoors on the Downs on Tuesdays through the summer. Check our website for the current training times and more details.

13. Bristol Crisis Service for Women (BCSW)  (Ref #230)
We provide a helpline for women, useful information booklets and other publications. A self-help journal for young people, a training pack and training. We also provide a list of self-harm self-help groups. The text and email support service (TESS) offers confidential and emotional support to girls and wrong woment. The service are aimed at 11-25 year olds but will also support older women.

14. Bristol Ladies Choir  (Ref #240)
Bristol Ladies Choir gives about 12 concerts per year, for charity (including the Evening Post Carol Concert at the Colston Hall, Bristol) and rehearses on Friday nights at Victoria Methodist Church, Clifton from 7.00pm to 8.45pm, or at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Bishopston on Thursdays from 2.15pm to 3.45pm.

15. Bristol Ladies Hockey Club  (Ref #2010)
We are a small friendly hockey club in Bristol, and are always looking for new players.

16. Bristol Ultimate  (Ref #2312)
Ultimate Frisbee team competing at national and international levels. Men's, women's, junior and mixed teams. Weekly training sessions on Mondays. Social league on Tuesdays.

17. Bristol and Avon Chinese Women's Group  (Ref #180)
We aim to relieve sickness, hardship and distress by providing assistance, advice, representation and services amongst Chinese women. We provide or assist in the provision of facilities for recreation for Chinese women who need such facilities due to age, infirmity or disablement, poverty or social welfare with a view to improving their quality of life. We also aim to advance education between the Chinese and local community through educational, cultural and social activities.

18. Business and Professional Women UK - Bristol  (Ref #2327)
Business and Professional Women - Bristol is part of an international networking organisation with a simple aim ''to help women develop their potential in all aspects of their lives''. In Bristol we run monthly events designed by women for women. We do more than just network for business though. We run training workshops and hold discussion groups addressing key issues affecting men and women today and run a Public Speaking competition for young people.

19. Chipping Sodbury Cricket Club  (Ref #2425)
Chipping Sodbury Cricket Club has been at the heart of Bristol Cricket for many years now and attracts players from all over Bristol, Bath and Gloucestershire. Having been founded in 1860 the cricket club has had a lot of time to grow into what is one of the largest clubs in the Bristol area. This Bristol cricket club has many opportunities for players of all standards. It has a flourishing youth section and an equally vibrant senior and women's section.

20. City of Bristol Rowing Club  (Ref #2013)
Rowing is becoming more popular in the UK with people of all ages. Our club has been rowing in the harbour for 50 years. In recent years, we've evolved into a highly successful and competitive club. We have around 200 members and cater for all ages from junior to veteran; any level of ability from complete beginner to experienced rower; any level of commitment - from recreational to serious competition.

21. Dhek Bhal  (Ref #391)
Dhak Bhal works and campaigns with and for South Asian people to promote their health and social wellbeing in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. Elderly womens group, over 50s. Mens elderly group. Sitting service.

22. Empire ABC Female only Sessions  (Ref #2306)
Female only boxing sessions. Every Friday from 17:30 - 19:00 at Empire ABC, Bristol. All ages and abilities welcome, whether for fun, fitness or for real. All sessions are taken by qualified female boxing coaches.

23. Endometriosis UK  (Ref #2099)
Endometriosis UK has a local support group in the Bristol area which aims to provide support and information to those affected by endometriosis. It gives local women with endometriosis the opportunity to meet others for mutual support. Endometriosis can be a chronic and debilitating gynaecological condition. It affects approximately 2 million women in the UK. The group meets once a month.

24. FAST Defence  (Ref #1944)
FAST provides world class self-defence, conflict resolution and assertiveness training, utilising adrenaline stress scenarios. This type of training is unique in Bristol and has been featured on shows such as Oprah & many magazines. Taught in short seminar formats, there is no need for years of martial arts training. We teach awareness and assertiveness skills, setting boundaries and simple effective physical techniques. Classes for children, adults & women-only. Weapons defence available too.

25. Fawcett Society, The - Bristol Local Group  (Ref #1350)
We are the local group of the Fawcett Society, the UK's leading campaigning charity helping to create greater equality between women and men in Britain. Our members meet monthly. We don't provide services or advice - our focus is on campaigning and awareness raising. We work on Fawcett's national campaigns to raise awareness on a wide range of equality issues including pensions, flexible working, equal pay, democratic representation, BME women in the UK, women and criminal justice.

26. Fishponds Townswomen's Guild  (Ref #987)
Monthly evening meetings on second Tuesday of month with speakers, entertainment, coach outings, theatre trips, coffee mornings and afternoon teas. Christmas lunches, craft sessions and a members singing group.

27. GayWest  (Ref #456)
Gaywest is a social and support group for gay men and women in the South West. It has been in existence for over 20 years, and meets every Saturday morning in the Rainbow Café, Central Bath. In addition, our 90+ members receive a monthly magazine giving details of regular social events.

28. Genesis Netball Club  (Ref #2106)
We have three teams, in Divisions 2, 6 and 9 of the Avon Netball League. We train every Tuesday night (7-9pm) from August to April and play our matches on Saturdays. Get in touch for more information.

29. Helping Mothers  (Ref #2438)
Helping Mothers teaches energy techniques to support women on their mothering journey. Specialist Release the Fears and birth with BLISS for first time mothers. Mothers Meeting for all other concerns, including healing bad birth stories, postnatal depression and birth trauma.

30. Henbury Singers  (Ref #478)
We are a mixed choir (S, A, T, B) which welcomes new members, with no auditions. We sing for pleasure, performing three concerts a year, raising money for local charities. Our repertoire includes classical, folk and light-hearted part songs.

31. Henleaze Ladies Choir  (Ref #480)
A group of older ladies who enjoy singing. A very friendly group. We give two concerts in May and December to raise money for a given charity and visit various venues to entertain senior citizen groups and homes for the elderly.

32. Horfield Korfball Club  (Ref #1633)
Korfball is the only truly mixed team sport. Each team requires 4 boys and 4 girls to be legal. The aim is to get the ball through a 3.5m high basket - no mean feat! This sport is unique, competitive and great fun. The rules allow a fast-flowing and fair contest. You can play competitively or socially. We train indoors from the first Wednesday in September to the last Wednesday in May.

33. Humdard  (Ref #720)
We are dedicated to making a difference to women and children to improve their education. We provide sewing, Arabic and yoga exercise classes. We also run an After School Club.

34. Kinergy  (Ref #1343)
Kinergy offers a confidential and professional service for men and women over 16 who have experienced sexual abuse and/or rape. We aim to provide a warm and respectful atmosphere within which you can feel safe enough to express your feelings.

35. Knowle Townswomen's Guild  (Ref #1066)
To advance the education of women and assist in providing facilities for recreation by having speakers on various topics.

36. Kyoto Shotokan Karate Club  (Ref #2076)
We teach traditional Shotokan Karate, belonging to a major organisation - SKI (www.skief.com). We have mixed classes suitable for men, women and children (7+). We meet twice weekly on Monday and Thursday evenings (6:30-7:30; 7:30-8:30) at St. Bernards School and Avonmouth RFC.

37. Long Ashton Tennis Club  (Ref #533)
To play tennis and provide coaching, particularly for children in a pleasant and safe environment.

38. Mother and Baby Massage  (Ref #2432)
Mother and Baby massage provides restorative and relaxing massage for all mothers during all stages of pregnancy. I also teach massage skills for birth partners and hold regular baby massage groups. During the groups the focus is on relaxation for mothers as well as useful massage techniques for colic, teething and sleeplessness.

39. Mothers for Mothers  (Ref #1341)
Postnatal depression support - helpline, counselling, groups, 1-2-1 support.

40. Mothers' Union - Bristol Diocese  (Ref #786)
To promote marriage and family life. See also our national website for more details - http://www.themothersunion.org

41. National Association of Widows  (Ref #1972)
The National Association of Widows is a national charity offering support and friendship to widows and women who have lost their partners through bereavement. The association operates largely through a system of local self-help branches that run social events for members. If there is no local branch, widows can join the NAW as head office members, and benefit from the range of services the NAW provides.

42. Next Link Domestic Abuse Services  (Ref #1340)
Next Link is Bristol's specialist domestic abuse agency and was commissioned by Bristol City Council in 1999. We offer safe temporary accommodation in 5 safehouses and a range of other support services including crisis, outreach and resettlement support services. We can help with injunctions and safety plans. We have a safehouse dedicated to black and ethnic minority families and dedicated BME workers. We also have a South Asian Crisis Response serivce. Please call us for help and advice.

43. One25 Limited  (Ref #1774)
One25 benefits around 200 women in Bristol who are trapped in street sex-work and addiction. We aim to enable them to (a) break free from this abusive lifestyle and achieve their full potential (b) make healthy life choices and foster positive relationships with their families and communities. Services: outreach 6 nights/wk; drop-in 4 afternoons/wk with lunch, shower, laundrette, and visiting clinics in health, housing, education etc; 1:1 casework and a mother and baby home called Naomi House.

44. Pregnancy Advisory Service  (Ref #617)
Consultation service for Bristol women with unplanned or unwanted pregnancy and advice about abortion.

45. SISH Group, The  (Ref #1582)
The Self-Injury Self-Help Group (SISH Group) provides: (1) a facilitated weekly support group (Tuesday evenings) for women for whom self-injury is an issue; (2) monthly Good Mental Health Workshops on the first Saturday of each month.

46. Sehatmand Aurat (Asian Women Health Project)  (Ref #1329)
Drop-In for South Asian women - Mondays 10-12.30pm. Asian Women Support Group - Tuesdays 11-12.30pm. Health talks in South Asian languages. To provide mental health and physical health information to Asian women in their own languages thus empowering them so they can make more informed choices concerning health matters.

47. Silai For Skills  (Ref #1813)
Training courses for women in: Creative Textiles; Fashion Design; ESOL; Literacy; Numeracy. Free advice and guidance (IAG).

48. Sparks Netball Club  (Ref #2335)
Seniors Ladies Netball club. We have three teams of various levels in the Avon Netball League, so something to suit everyone.

49. St. George Community Association  (Ref #735)
We are a charity organisation serving the local community. We have dance and drama classes, aerobics, parent and toddler groups, toddler singing, coffee mornings for the elderly, yoga classes, and a twins club. From time to time we run adult education courses. The centre is also available for private hire for children's parties, meetings etc. Alternative contact number: 07757 319 582.

50. Stoke Bishop Ladies Choir  (Ref #1213)
A choir of 25 or so women meeting on Monday afternoons, September to Easter, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at Stoke Bishop Village Hall. We give 3-4 concerts a year, 2 of which are public concerts for charity. We sing all kinds of music, from classical to songs from the shows and modern songs - a little bit of everything.

51. Survive  (Ref #1332)
Support, accommodation, information and education to women and children who are or have experienced domestic violence or abuse.

52. Synergie  (Ref #1989)
We are a very friendly and informal female chorus who love to sing in close harmony. We arrange our own music so all your favourite songs could be included in our songlist. We would welcome new members in all voice parts (no experience needed and no auditions!). Our aim is to give several concerts a year for our chosen charity.

53. WRAC Association - Bristol Branch  (Ref #1296)
To bring together ex-service ladies who served in the ATS or WRAC. Members enjoy the company, social meetings, occasional trips and more importantly friendship . We meet on the first Thursday of each month 10:15am - 12:00pm. We have a very friendly and supportive group. New members are always made welcome. Ex WAAF or WRAF are invited to join us.

54. Well Mother  (Ref #1677)
Supporting wisdom of mothers and babies through body work, exersize, massage and shiatsu.

55. Wellspring Wellbeing Project, The  (Ref #2081)
The Wellbeing Project provides a broad range of activities based on the needs of the residents of the area. These include yoga, Tai Chi, support to lose weight, keep fit, boxing, a women's group, a men's group and a walking group.

56. Westberries Ladies Hockey Club  (Ref #1976)
Westberries Ladies Hockey Club, are based in Westbury-on-Trym. We currently have four ladies league teams. We have 3 coaches who train us on a Wednesday night and cater for a wide range of abilities and ages.

57. Woman's Own Club  (Ref #1715)
Club for women. Bingo, games, entertainment and day trips.

58. Womankind - Bristol Women's Therapy Centre  (Ref #1345)
Therapeutic support for women, especially those on low income or benefits. Counselling, therapy groups, helpline, befriending, deaf client counselling service, refugee & asylum seeker counselling service. Helpline supports any woman who needs to talk - including those experiencing domestic violence. We sometimes have to close our waiting list due to very large numbers of requests for our services.

59. Women's Aid Federation of England  (Ref #1330)
Women's Aid is the national charity working to end domestic violence against women and children. We co-ordinate and support an England-wide network of over 300 local domestic violence organisations, providing over 500 local refuges, outreach services and advice centres. We run 2 websites (see below) and (in partnership with Refuge) a Freephone 24 National Domestic Violence Helpline 0808 2000 247. These services give women and children the confidential support and information they need.

60. YWCA Bristol Young Women's Centre  (Ref #1200)
YWCA is the leading charity with the most disadvantaged young women in England and Wales. We run services to support young women and campaign with them to combat the discrimination they face. The YWCA in Bristol works with young women aged 13-30 and provides services such as 1-1 counselling for young women, young mums and pregnant women - with free creche services. The project also offers support groups to young women offering accredited learning from Open College Network and Getting Connected.

61. Yogawest - Bristol Iyengar Yoga Centre  (Ref #1091)
We teach classical Yoga in the Iyengar tradition. We have classes 7 days a week for all levels. In addition, we run foundation courses for complete beginners, remedial, pregnancy, pranayama, children's and women's classes. A timetable is available on request. Workshops and holidays are organised in the UK and abroad. All teachers are fully qualified and certificated.