Image 17 A collective of photographers in Waltham Forest, East London |

- Exhibitions / 2012

Taking Part, Touring Exhibition, 2012

For over one year, Image17 have been documenting the amazing sports group in Waltham Forest, one of London’s Olympic Boroughs. These 144 image of 48 groups by 13 photographers form an exhibition which will tour the Borough, from 24 March 2012 until 16 September 2012. To coincide with the London2012... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Claire Byrne

Ascham Bowmen Archery Club

Roger Ascham (pronounced Askham), from whom the club takes its name, was born in 1515 and lived for part of his life in what is now Waltham Forest. The Ascham Bowmen Archery Club shoot every Sunday in the grounds of Forest School, E17 3PY, in the summer we also shoot on Wednesday and... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Dan Green

Orion Harriers

Celebrating their centenary this year, Orion Harriers are an athletics and cross country running club based in the North of Waltham Forest. Running on tracks and trails in historic Epping Forest, Orion Harriers welcome runners of all ages and all standards, from beginners through to the national team. The club offers many different opportunities to train as well... Read more >

- Exhibitions / - Taking Part / Simon Warren

Forest Badminton Club

Forest Badminton Club. Is based at The Forest School Walthamstow. Established in 2004 FBC is one of the youngest badminton clubs in East London. FBC is a non-profit recreational & competitive club affiliated to Badminton England. Our aim is to promote health and wellness through fun and exercise mainly to... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Matt Thompson

Waltham Forest Diving Club

The Waltham Forest Diving Club has been running for 30 years and offers diving coaching for children aged 6 to 16. The club is a volunteer run sports club that aims to teach basic to advanced diving skills in a safe and enjoyable environment. www.mattthompson.co.uk Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Dan Green

Chingford Golf Club

Formed in 1923 by a group of local tradesmen, golfers from the Chingford Golf Club play their golf on the Chingford Golf Course, a public 18 hole, par 71 course situated in Epping Forest and is the oldest course in Essex. In accordance with a 19th century rule, golfers on... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Paula Smith

Waltham Forest Hockey Club

Waltham Forest Hockey Club plays competitive yet fun field hockey all over London and East England. Based in Walthamstow they have 4 men’s and 4 women’s hockey teams, as well as a mixed side and a youth section. They train every week on Tuesdays (ladies), Wednesdays (men) 8.00pm to 10pm. More information... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Jo Sealy

Dressage at Lea Valley Riding Centre

- Taking Part / 2012 / Nicola Tree

Dressage, Lea Valley Riding Centre

- Taking Part / 2012 / Nicola Tree

Kelmscott Gym Club

- Taking Part / 2012 / Udall Evans

Kelmscott Judo Club

Kelmscott Judo Club runs on Mondays for Men and Woman and Tuesdays for Boys and Girls. They train ages from 7 to Adult. It has been a part of Kelmscott since its construction and has been a club for over 25 years. For further details, pleaes contact Ricky Haynes:... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Matt Scandrett

Shotokan Karate, Waltham Forest Pool and Track

Shotokan Karate England and Karate London offer a range of Karate classes seven days per week for all ages and abilities in North East London, Chingford, Enfield, Harlow, Barnet, Wanstead, Woodford, Walthamstow, Tring, and many other areas. Our instructors undergo a vigorous and ongoing Karate Instructor training program and examination,... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Jo Sealy

Sapphire Netball Club

2012 / Katherine Green

Walthamstow Cricket, Lawn Tennis & Squash Club

The Walthamstow Cricket, Lawn Tennis & Squash Club is hidden away very close to Wood Street station, as well as three tennis courts, three squash courts and a large cricket pitch, there’s also a lively bar, function room and hall where they hold regular music night and events. A real hidden... Read more >

- Taking Part / Nicola Tree

The Gators Waltham Forest swimming club

- Taking Part / 2012 / Nicola Tree

Brookfield House Lunchtime sports club

- Taking Part / 2012 / Paula Smith

Hadri Taekwondo

Hadri Taekwondo Academy was formed by Master Esrar Ahmed back in 1994. They offer classes in Walthamstow and Leytonstone for all ages and skill levels from complete beginners to British Taekwondo Champions. The ‘Little Dragons’ (ages 6-9) meet Tuesdays 6.30pm – 7.30pm, with Junior & Adults right afterwards, at The Asian... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Dan Green

The Connaught Club

Situated in the heart of Epping Forest, the Connaught Club has been in existence for well over a 100 years, initially as a lawn tennis club, but now offering squash, bowls and fitness facilities. With a reputation as possessing some of the finest playing facilities in the country, the tennis... Read more >

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- Exhibitions / 2012

Taking Part, Touring Exhibition, 2012

- Taking Part / 2012 / Claire Byrne

Ascham Bowmen Archery Club

- Taking Part / 2012 / Dan Green

Orion Harriers

- Taking Part / 2012 / Paul Greenleaf

Eton Manor Athletics Club

One of the oldest running and athletics clubs in east London Eton Manor AC is based in and around Leyton but was originally from an area now within the Stratford 2012 Olympics site. The club welcomes runners and athletes of all ages and standards, from absolute beginners to up-and-coming elite. The club runs all year using Lee Valley Park,... Read more >

- Exhibitions / - Taking Part / Simon Warren

Forest Badminton Club

- Taking Part / 2012 / Mark Burton

Boccia at Doreen Capstan House

The Boccia afternoon at Doreen Capstan House was run by Howard from the Leyton Orient Community Sports Programme (LOCSP). It’s a regular event that residents in the community for senior citizens always enjoy and look forward to. ‘Everyone joins in,’ explained Lil, one of the participants. ‘It’s friendly but competitive and we really enjoy the... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2011 / Udall Evans

Silverthorn Bowls Club

A club who not only compete against other clubs and in Essex League competitions but also offer Free Coaching on Saturday mornings for groups of young people from 11 – 16. In addition they have a Parent’s Participation Group, so that the whole family can also try out the sport. Read more >

- Taking Part / 2011 / Katherine Green

Country ABC Boxing, Leyton

Country ABC Boxing is club which runs training classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Juniors start at 6.30pm and seniors at 7.00pm. The club helps promote fitness and discipline across all ages. This friendly and welcoming club has been run by Jeff Clarke since the 1980s. He is supported by a team of professional and... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2011 / Fabien Ho

Leaside Canoe Club

Leaside Canoe Club has been providing outdoor educational pursuits for young people in Walthamstow & Hackney for over 30 years. Ranked one of the top 10 best canoe club in the country, members come from all walks of life, from young people with special needs to Olympic London 2012 hopefuls. Members regularly compete in local,... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2011 / Claire Byrne

Chingford & Walthamstow Chess Club

The Chingford & Walthamstow Chess Club meet every Monday evening at 7.15pm at The Tom Oakham Centre, 6A Weale Road, Chingford, E4. Members play club level chess in the North Circular Chess League. For further details please contact Brian Spear on 020 8504 8972 or email; brian_spear31@hotmail.com. Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Matt Scandrett

West Essex Cricket Club

West Essex Cricket Club is a leading cricket club in Waltham Forest . Formed in 1921 the Highams Park based club provide cricketing opportunities for adult and junior members of all ages . Beginners and established players can enjoy competitive league cricket as well as “village green” friendly matches through the Summer . They enter local indoor... Read more >

- Taking Part / 2012 / Matt Scandrett

ELBO BMX

The group meet at Highams Park School every Saturday morning and takes part in races around the capital. For further information contact: simon.hall2100@gmail.com Read more >

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