Clubs and activities

St James Institute is home to many clubs offering a wide variety of activities, with something suitable for all ages, from snooker to table tennis, to vintage brass band and dance.

Snooker

Snooker

The snooker club at St James Institute is one of the best in the area. A membership-only club, facilities include four full-size snooker tables.

Table tennis

Table tennis

St James Institute is home to Merton Table Tennis club, a long-established club with a rich history spanning more than seven decades.

Dance

Dance

We are lucky to have several clubs offering a full programme of dance classes and activities throughout the week.

G.E.M.S Circus Arts School

G.E.M.S Circus Arts School

An exciting Aerial Arts club for children and youths aged 8-16, run by the wonderful G*E*M*S Circus Art School.

University of the 3rd Age (U3A)

University of the 3rd Age (U3A)

St James Institute host regular classes and activities for the U3A Bournemouth and U3A Christchurch branches.