Powered by Hip Hop CIC, these programmes offer a range of free creative, movement-based and festive activities for children and young people in St Helens.
Over Christmas, families can enjoy themed sessions such as Olaf’s winter obstacle course for ages 4–6 and a Grinch-inspired parkour day for ages 7+.
From December 2025 to March 2026, the organisation continues with weekly and monthly youth activities including DJing, graffiti art, and breakdance/street dance clubs. Together, these sessions aim to build confidence, creativity, physical skills and positive expression in a fun, supportive environment.
Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) – Christmas Programme
Powered by Hip Hop CIC is partnering with St Helens Borough Council to deliver two free festive sessions at the YMCA Youth Hub:
Olaf’s Christmas Obstacle Course & Arts Session (Age 4–6)
29 December, 10:30am–1:30pm
A magical winter-themed session with movement, obstacle play and creative arts.
Event link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/olafs-christmas-obstacle-course-arts-crafts-age-4-6-tickets-1971455308899?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1
A Grinchmas Day of Parkour (Age 7+)
30 December, 10:30am–1:30pm
Festive parkour, fun gymnastics-style movement, arts, crafts and Christmas challenges.
Event link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-grinchmas-day-of-parkour-age-7-tickets-1971440401310?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1
December 2025 – March 2026 Activities
These programmes begin in December 2025 and run through to March 2026.
Free After School DJing Class – St Helens (Age 10+)
Young people learn DJ mixing, beat-matching, performance skills, creativity and confidence with professional equipment.
Event listings:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/after-school-dj-class-st-helens-4798503
Free After School Graffiti Class – St Helens (Age 10+)
Hands-on guided sessions in graffiti art, stencil techniques, murals, creative lettering and positive expression.
Event listings:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/free-afterschool-graffiti-class-in-st-helens-4799005
Saturday Graffiti Art Club – Fuel Café (Age 10+)
Our free monthly graffiti workshop led by Kingsyze Graffiti continues to support creativity and confidence in a relaxed youth-friendly setting.
Event page:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/st-helens-graffiti-art-club-4798366
Saturday Break Dance & Street Dance Club – YMCA Youth Hub (Age 11–18)
December dates: 12th and 20th December
Sessions focus on Breaking foundations, Street Dance stunt moves, safe team tricks and skill-building.
Event link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/street-dance-breakdance-skills-11-18-year-olds-tickets-1975291683599
