Last updated 01 December 2025
Here you can find details of our current regular users, with session frequency. Web-links are shown if available, and where contact details are given these are published by permission per GDPR.
Listings are grouped under alphabetical headings of Children, Dance, Dog Training, Health and Wellbeing, Singing, Weight Loss.
CHILDREN
Tots Time Marysia and Jewels, Administrators (weekly, Thursdays) https://www.facebook.com/groups/921615708000684/about
We provide a wide range of toys and activities for under 5s and welcome parents, grandparents and carers – enabling all to meet in a friendly and relaxed environment with light refreshments included. Tots Time is run by volunteers (many from the former Munch Club Team), so expect a warm welcome, excellent toys – and our famous Tractor Song!
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COMMUNITY
Bridport Community Orchard Group Paul Arthur (Usually once a year – Autumn)
Website: www.bridportcommunityorchard.org.uk https://www.facebook.com/BridportCommunityOrchard/
paularthurandgill@gmail.com
Bridport Community Orchard, in St Mary’s Church Field, is a public space with about 60 fruit trees, mostly apple and pear. It is maintained and managed by a group of volunteers. They hold annual fund raising events such as Apple Day in October, where funds raised go into the upkeep of the orchard. Church House Hall is an invaluable asset for the event.
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DANCE
Bridport Scottish Dancers Malcolm Laws (weekly, Wednesdays)
Website: Welcome to Bridport Scottish Dancers
07790 323 343 malcolmlaws@outlook.com
We are a mixed bunch of enthusiasts who aim to make Scottish Country Dancing a highly enjoyable social experience. Come and join us – it’s fun, great exercise and you get to meet lovely people in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
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Dynamic Dance Dee Lanning (some weekly, some Sundays monthly)
Website: www.dynamic-dance.uk
07740 349 393 dynamicdancesouthwest@gmail.com
Dee teaches the iconic moves of the 1920’s dance known as Charleston! During her courses she will look at the different styles of Charleston over the 1920’s, 30’s & 40’s, adding some vernacular/vintage Jazz movements and a little bit of history along the way.
Each week dancers will learn a new set of moves, building up routines, focusing on both technique and how to freestyle each move! Those with more experience are welcome to stay and join us for Charleston Plus and recall tried and tested routines.
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Dance Connection Julia (Jewell) Hope-Brightwell (Monday mornings and Thursdays evenings)
Website: https://www.dance-connection-wessex.co.uk
Text: 07787 752201 danceconnectionswessex@gmail.com
Julia Hope Brightwell, aka Jewell, leads these sessions of movement for wellbeing, expression and connection. No set steps.
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Friday Dance Group (weekly, Fridays)
Eva, 07847 280 806
Started about 20 years ago by a few women who just love to dance – they didn’t want a class, a partner or to learn a style – just to dance for themselves in a supportive environment, with like-minded ladies. A friendly atmosphere in which to meet and dance – however they choose – just to be in the moment, without constraints, audience or judgement.
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Grace & Growl Jackie Henville (weekly, Tuesdays)
Facebook: (1) Grace + Growl Dance Company | Facebook
07887 493 893 graceandgrowl@gmail.com
Grace & Growl is a contemporary dance company of older dancers, which is now part of Fingerprint Dance CIC. The group contact is Jackie Henville, and members attend classes and rehearsal preparing for performance. There are several people who may lead the sessions, for example in January/February: Salud, Niki McCretton, Lyne Paine, Claire Benson, Nikki Northover and Amy Symes
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DOG TRAINING
Bridport Dog Training Society Anne Spark (weekly, Mondays)
Website: https://bridportdogtrainingsociety.co.uk/
07850 759 439 contact@bridportdogtrainingsociety.co.uk
We have been offering our services to the local community for over 60 years, helping owners understand their dogs and training them to behave responsibly. We currently have a combination of qualified instructors and experienced helpers. Our classes are designed to cover all levels from puppy socialisation through to the three stages (Bronze, Silver and Gold) of the Kennel Club Good Citizens Awards.
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HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Tai Chi & Qi Gong Simon MacCormack (weekly, Wednesdays)
taichisimon68@gmail.com 07941 106 181
Si says: “I have studied Tai Chi and Qigong for over 30 years, teaching for Health, maintaining the Martial principles and applications of the art. The class is open to all ages and abilities. Each student is encouraged to progress at their own speed, in an enjoyable and fun environment.”
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Yoga Lesley Wilson (weekly, Mondays)
email: lesleywilson18@hotmail.com
07789 492 043
The Monday Yoga is a fairly gentle class for those who are older or less able but want an opportunity to continue their Yoga practice and learning. We’re a really friendly group 🙂
I’m British Wheel of Yoga trained with 25 years’ experience of teaching Yoga. I’m grateful to have been learning and practising Yoga for over 40 years.
Yoga Julia (Wednesday, early evenings)
More information awaited.
SINGING
West Dorset Singers John Haylock (variable through year)
WDS are a large choral group of around 60 singers who normally perform two concerts per year, usually of large set-piece choral works. Mostly, though not always, they like to perform in St Mary’s Church and it is not uncommon for them to have packed audiences.
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WEIGHT LOSS
Slimming World Natalie Harper (weekly, Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
Website: http://www.slimmingworld.co.uk/counties/dorset/bridport
01308 426 521 07879 401 465 natz72@hotmail.co.uk
Hello, I’m Natalie and I’ve been a Bridport-based Slimming World Consultant for over 7 years. I am proudly part of one the the biggest weight loss organisations in the UK. I can confidently help you lose weight and feel amazing by guiding you through our fantastic plan! You, your friends and your whole family can enjoy the same everyday meals as well as all different cuisines.
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