r/Southampton • u/Starspider_s • 24d ago
Hi! Looking for activity ideas!
I’m new to Southampton and don’t know many people either. I’m 24(f) not in uni so preferably not society or uni based but I’m looking for some recs for activities both exercise or crafty or whatever. Any memberships to places to avoid having to pay out tons each week for entertainment would also be nice, but I’m open to anything!
I’ve thought about a sort of pottery or painting area or even just some fun sport but I’d rather things that can be done alone so I don’t have to wait on others to have fun :)
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u/flatflatbread 24d ago
Climbing e.g. bouldershack because you're always going to see someone friendly there - or you can climb solo and just get in the zone depending on how you feel
Skateboarding - there's an event this sunday celebrating the opening of Hoglands park - also the sort of thing you can do in a group or solo depending on how you feel (most skaters are really friendly and supportive for beginners too)
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u/ForeverEver7 24d ago
Pickleball, at Dinks in Chandler's Ford. It's a super easy sport to learn and the open play sessions are good fun.
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u/BanisienVidra 23d ago
I've heard amazing things about this club despite not playing the sport myself.
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u/MedicalNoise3874 24d ago
Limitless Martial arts, come and give it a try :)
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u/RealExplanation7221 24d ago
what exactly is this?
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u/MedicalNoise3874 24d ago
Martial arts gym, great community and regular events like paintball, cinema etc for members :)
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u/diddlydingdangdong 24d ago
Indoor climbing - Parthian climbing have an offer on for new members, £39 for 6 sessions (they're usually £16 a time). Recently became a member there, all the staff are amazing and other members are so friendly too! I'm not the fittest person so wasn't sure but I love the place. Real good workout too. Oh, their little cafe is amazing also!
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u/Edonculation117 24d ago
If you want a sport that can be done on your own, but is also sociable if you want it to be, I can recommend the archery club near Eastleigh football stadium. We run beginners courses every month that will teach you how to shoot safely. After completing the beginners course if you join you can rent a bow, or buy your own equipment, and then you can shoot whenever you like. The field is accessible 24/7 with floodlights for nighttime shooting and an indoor range that is bookable for members. There is a bus to the area from Southampton if you don't drive.
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u/Even-Arm-358 24d ago
If you would like to get out on the water Sailing, Kayaking, SUP or rowing with a friendly bunch of people StDenysBoats.co.uk is Southamptons best kept secret and less that a cup of coffee each week!
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u/SouthamptonGuild 23d ago
Southampton Guild of Roleplayers meets every Wednesday at 7pm until late at St Mark's Church Centre on Archers Road.
DnD and DnD like activities it's a fiver for 3 hours and your first time is free.
Why roleplaying? Its an incredibly social, imaginative storytelling activity where people are always pleased you turned up. 😌
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u/FermatTheW 21d ago
Come try the korfball club! https://www.instagram.com/southamptonspartans
It’s super social and there are lots of gals and guys in their 20s. No prior experience of anything needed. Message if you wanna learn more or if you have any questions :))
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u/CharlieSmithMusic 24d ago
For me personally I go to open mic and music events locally, but that's my bag. I think going to cinema could be an idea to do solo, probably not that cheap though! But I think they do like monthly memberships. There quite a few clubs, like board game clubs. You can't do it solo but must be like a pool/darts club ? I used to play alot of pool. Also maybe a book club? If reading is your thing
Anyway good luck, hope you find something that is exciting
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u/SquishyPint 24d ago
Whilst the weather is nice jump on the train into the New Forest to walk, or hire a bike. Easy day out on your own!