Depot Play
Join one of our expert instructors for an hour of fun for children under 5 and their grown-ups for early years development through play, movement and adventure.
These sessions help little ones grow strong, brave and connected, one playful climb at a time. This is a group session, with a maximum of 8 participating parent-child attendees per session.
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What is Depot Play?
This is the perfect introduction to the world of climbing for under-fives, under the watchful eyes of their parents and hosted by one of our expert, DBS-checked, and NSPCC Safeguarding-trained instructors.
You can expect a range of climbing, movement and balance-based games designed to develop children’s cognitive and social skills.
Playful Learning
Every moment is an opportunity to learn through fun. Games that promote problem-solving and exploration while developing balance and hand-foot coordination, while in movement.
Nurturing Confidence
Encouraging small steps and celebrating little wins. Climbers will discover their sense of strength and control, building muscle use through purposeful movement, helping them to feel strong, capable and brave in their bodies.
Togetherness
Building bonds between children and their carers and peers. Each session will help to learn patience through sharing space, connection and togetherness by cheering on and celebrating successes side by side with other climbers.
Safety & Support
A secure, welcoming space for all families. Sessions will strengthen parent-child collaboration and support, all guided by an expert instructor who will encourage climbers to try new things and help build self-esteem and a sense of personal achievement.
Growth Through Movement
Supporting holistic development through active play. Simple movement sequences help promote memory and planning, with encouragement to instil a sense of persistence and resilience.
Logistics
How much is it?
£7.50 per child.
Adults go free.
How long is each class?
1 hour. Classes start promptly, so please ensure you have completed all registration forms before arrival.
What do I need to do before our session?
Each adult or legal guardian taking part must have filled in an 18+ Adult Unsupervised registration, and completed an U18 Supervised registration form for their child. These forms only need completing once every 2 years.
What happens on the day?
Please arrive up to 20 minutes before your session start time to ensure we can check your paperwork and get the session started promptly.
When you arrive at the centre, make yourself known to the desk team. At this point they will check that you have completed registration forms for all adults and children involved.
You will then be asked to complete a Supervisor form that is necessary before any adult/child session in our centres, and will need completing each time you take part in Depot Play. Don’t worry, it takes no more than 5 minutes to complete.
Booking
Please book your session via the calendar here. Before booking, please ensure you have read the logistics information above to ensure you understand the registration process and supervisor form required to take part in a Depot Play session. This will ensure you arrive ready for the session without delay.
If you have any questions, please contact the centre on 0114 327 1948
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