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regular events...

Every Monday
Ghap Badminton Ghap Badminton @ Manchester Leisure Sports Development Centre
This group is for people who like to play badminton for pleasure rather than for competition. A great bunch of people and a friendly atmosphere. Also Wed & Sat.
www.ghapbadminton.org.uk
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times: 6pm - 8pm. door tax: £2.00 for one hour / £3.00 for two hours
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Manchester Lesbian & Gay Chorus Manchester Lesbian & Gay Chorus @ The Thompsons Arms
A medal winning choir, the LG Chorus is a large friendly group with a professional coach/conductor and an impressive track record. For more information on this weekly rehearsal, visit www.mlgc.org.uk.
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times: 7pm - 9pm.
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Every Tuesday
Slam Dunkin Divas, women's basketball Slam Dunkin Divas, women's basketball @ Stretford Leisure Centre
We are a group of lesbian, bi and trans women who are all beginner basketball players. We started training together in October 2008 and are always on the lookout for new players. We hope we are a friendly bunch. If you want to have a chat before coming along, please phone Lou on 07949 604610. During the Summer, we are training outdoors in Longford Park, Chorlton.
slamdunkindivas@googlemail.com
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times: 7pm - 9pm. door tax: £5 for the first 3 sessions
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Northern Wave Swimming Club Northern Wave Swimming Club @ Moss Side Leisure Centre
One of the largest and most successful LGBT swimming and water polo clubs in Europe. For all levels of ability, from beginners and improvers through to masters. A friendly bunch with regular social events, great coaching, overseas trips and a nice atmosphere. The sky's the limit! www.northernwave.org
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times: 8pm - 10pm. door tax: £2.50 - £3.50. £1 concession for unwaged and full time students.
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Northern Flight Badminton Northern Flight Badminton @ George Carnall Leisure Centre
Established 2004, Northern Flight is the Northwest's only competitive LGBT Badminton Club. Competing both nationally, internationally and in two local leagues one in Manchester and the other in Rochdale/Oldham.

The Club is committed to playing a high standard of competitive badminton, the development of individual players and providing a healthy lifestyle for LGBT individuals. It is very important to the club that LGBT individuals have a safe and supportive environment to play badminton without prejudice. www.northernflight.co.uk
e-mail info@northernflight.co.uk
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times: 7.30pm - 10pm. door tax: £5 per session
Manchester Prairie Dogs Manchester Prairie Dogs @ Thompsons Arms, 21 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3LZ
Manchester Prairie Dogs Line Dance Club was established over 11 years ago. The clubs membership is drawn mainly, but not exclusively, from the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual and Transgender community, but membership is open to all - regardless of sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age or gender.

The club provides weekly line dance sessions and organises a range of social activities. Tonight, they meet at the Thompsons Arms. visit www.manchesterprairiedogs.co.uk
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times: 7.30pm - 10.30pm. door tax: £4 guests / £3 members. First visit free!
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Every Wednesday
Ghap Badminton Ghap Badminton @ Sports Development, Denmark Road, Hulme, Manchester M15 6FF
This group is for people who like to play badminton for pleasure rather than for competition. A great bunch of people and a friendly atmosphere.
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times: 6pm - 8pm. door tax: £2 for one hour £4 for two hours
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Northern Wave Women's Swimming Northern Wave Women's Swimming @ Chorlton Leisure Centre
Launched in 2008, Northern Wave Women's Swim is run by women for women. There is social swim and coaching available, with more opportunities for further training and overseas travel. Each session is followed by a social across the road from the pool. Open to all abilities, with making new friends a priority.
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times: 8-9 door tax: £3 & £3.50 for members. £1 concession available
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Open Athletics Middle Distance Sprints Open Athletics Middle Distance Sprints @ Trafford Athletics Stadium, Ryebank Road, Chorlton-Cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 9TA
A night on the running track with Anna, aimed at a wide range of abilities. Fun in the floodlights. The venue is set in the very beatiful, Longford Park. Turn up and try it. visit www.openathletics.org
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times: 6.30pm - 8pm. door tax: annual membership
Manchester Stingers FC Manchester Stingers FC @ Trinity High School
A very successful and highly competitive footy club, where the women are made of stainless steel and shine like stars! If you think you can hack it, go and try it out. The Stingers are in the North West Women's League, Division 1. For more information email helenamcdonald@hotmail.com, or visit www.manchesterstingers.co.uk.
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times: 6.45pm - 8.30pm. door tax: £4
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Ballroom Dancing Ballroom Dancing @ Trinity Church of England School Ballroom
A great teacher, Angela, and a very swish and dedicated group of talented (getting there!) dancers. This is for both experienced dancers and complete beginners. If you have two left feet, get an upgrade! This is just the start.. watch out Eurogames!

New term starts Wed 3 September. For more more information e-mail absolutelydancingmanchester@hotmail.com
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times: 8pm beginners & 9pm improvers door tax: £6 per session
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Village Spartans RUFC Village Spartans RUFC @ Old Saliens Rugby Club, Clarendon Crescent, Sale, Manchester, M33 2DE
Whether you're a seasoned player or interested in starting to play, an old hand or a new supporter, you'll be welcome during the Wednesday night sessions.

Just turn up and make yourself known! visit www.villagespartans.co.uk
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times: 7pm - 9pm.
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Every Thursday
Running with Manchester Frontrunners Running with Manchester Frontrunners @ Sugden Sports Centre
Starting at 7pm so arrive by 6.45pm if you're changing beforehand. 15-20 runners attend each week. Two routes, one run March - late September (Summer Route) and the other October to March (Winter Route). Both are as 'off road' as possible, but given we live in the middle of Manchester, this isn't exactly guaranteed! Generally, there will be someone around to support new members. We make no charge for our weekly run, all we ask is that you join the club by paying the annual membership if you want to run with us regularly.

There are changing and shower facilities at the Sports Centre. You'll need 20p for the lockers (remember to get a token first!) but use of the showers/change rooms is free.

MORE IMPORTANTLY, after the run, we will all head to our favourite local eatery, Kro2 (www.kro.co.uk/two) for drinks and food Please feel free to make this a regular event in your diary (even if it's just for the pub bit!!). www.manchesterfrontrunners.org
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times: from 6.45pm door tax: Annual membership fee £12
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Village Manchester Football Club VMFC Village Manchester Football Club VMFC @ Albert Park
Formed in 1996, we are a Gay Men's football club with ambition and commitment in providing all players and supporters with a competitive, yet fun approach to the beautiful game. We meet up every week for training & compete in local & national leagues and international tournaments. Training takes place every Thursday 8pm till 9.30pm at Albert Park, Broughton. All details and directions can be found on our website www.vmfc.co.uk
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times: 8pm - 9.30pm. door tax: For more info get in touch via web site
Northern Jump Volleyball Northern Jump Volleyball @ Sugden Sports Centre
A friendly LGBT volleyball group for men and women. The club aims to form a competitive team. Regular sessions will be supplemented by additional sessions in local parks in the summer. Players of all abilities and experience welcome. For more information, visit www.northernjump.org or e-mail northernjump@googlemail.com.
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times: 8.30 - 10.30pm pm weekly door tax: £7 non members, £5 members, first session free
Manchester Sharks Water Polo Club Manchester Sharks Water Polo Club @ Miles Platting Pools, Varley Street, Mikes Platting, Manchester M40 8EE
Manchester's top LGB water polo team. Internationally renowned and a great bunch of people. Lots of training opportunities and now in the water polo league. As a Northern Wave club there are plenty of swim training opportunities to be had. If you can tread water for more than a minute, swim reasonably confidently and want to play water polo, then The Sharks would love to meet you. Try it out - the sooner you start the better! www.manchestersharks.co.uk
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times: 6.45pm - 8.30am. door tax: £3.50
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Every Saturday
Northern Aces Tennis Group Northern Aces Tennis Group @ Sports City Tennis Centre
With over 70 members, the Northern Aces Tennis Group organises excellent annual tournaments and offers professional coaching, as well as a range of social activities. It's the biggest LGBT tennis group outside London. See www.northernacestennis.com for more information.
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times: 2pm - 5pm.
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Running with Manchester Frontrunners Running with Manchester Frontrunners @ Trafford Athletics Stadium
We run around the Chorlton/Sale Water parks in the nature reserve. Following the River Mersey, this is a great way to start a weekend, or recover from a Friday night! Run at your own pace and for as far as you like! Usual route is c.10k but happy to suggest alternatives based on your ability. Just let one of the members on the day know how far you want to go.
The run is followed by (our now classic) breakfast at the Lead Station, 99 Beech Road, Chorlton, Manchester M21 9EQ (Map)

PLEASE NOTE: Our Saturday run is the quieter of the two weekly sessions. If you are new to the club, please email us to let us know you are coming so we can make sure we look out for you.
www.manchesterfrontrunners.org
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times: we set off at 10am door tax: Annual membership fee £12
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Every Sunday
Northern Wave Sunday Swim Northern Wave Sunday Swim @ Manchester Aquatics Centre
Now in its 7th year, Northern Wave's Sunday swim is held in the fabulous 50m Training Pool, with wide lanes, great coaches and lovely people. Open to all, Sunday caters for swimmers of most abilities who want to improve their swimming strokes or train for competition. How fast and how far is up to you. Hope to see you there!

Our registration and pay desk is downstairs, next to the pool. You'll be welcomed.
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times: 7.30pm - 9pm. door tax: £4 on the door - £1 concessions for student and unwaged - ask for details
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Monthly Sunday Walk Out @ Manchester Students Union & Academy
We are an easy-going LGBT group looking to welcome new weatherproof walkers. The group was born out of The University of Manchester LGBT staff network but now includes friends and partners. Every last Sunday of the month we head for the hills and reward ourselves with a picnic or late pub lunch for a 10-12 mile walk. Our trips by train or shared cars have in the past taken us to the Peak District, the Lakes, the Ribble valley, North Wales and the Yorkshire Dales. The routes don't (normally) involve too strenuous scrambling or rock-climbing and you won't need any special equipment other than solid walking boots and waterproof layers. If you are interested or would like to know more, please contact:
thomas.nuhse@manchester.ac.uk
times: Meeting point and destination by arrangement with group