This is our current list of interest groups at Chichester U3A. Follow the links for more details about each group and to contact the Group Organiser. Groups that currently have vacancies are shown in bold.
This list is regularly updated so please look again if what you want is not available.
Information for Group Organisers or anyone interested in starting a new group is on our Group Organisers Page.
You can view list of Groups by Category here.
| Weekday | AM | PM |
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| Monday | Bridge for Fun 3Social Bridge Group Discussion Group 1Current affairs discussion group - Summersdale French Conversation 1Free-format conversation French Intermediate 1Suitable for those with a little basic French Keep FitWestgate leisure centre - keep fit class Poetry Group 2A chance to discuss poetry in a small group RamblingVaried walks of 7-9 miles Shorter Rambles4-5 mile walks Table Tennis - Monday groupWeekly table tennis at the Westgate Leisure Centre | Art GroupArt with tuition Book Group 12Fiction and some non-fiction Bridge for Fun 1Bridge For Fun where relaxed, friendly, social bridge is played Family HistoryThe aim is to provide instruction and help for you to research your family history in a structured manner. Painting for PleasureNE Chichester - All media, all welcome Wine TastingSampling and discussion |
| Tuesday | Book Group 8Reading memorable books chosen by group members Book Group: Non-fictionReading and discussing non-fiction books Dog Walking GroupWalks with dog owners in mind Exploring Contemporary AffairsFacilitated group discussion of a contemporary affairs topic of the day Gardens and AllotmentsEnjoying and making the most of your garden and allotment PickleballGreat game, excellent exercise, sociable and fun. Poetry and Prose for PleasureChichester - reading poetry and prose for performance Table Tennis - Tuesday groupFun table tennis Writing for FunEmphasis is on fun, no literary skills required or expected Writing for Fun 2A supportive, non-judgemental way to let your imagination fly | Art AppreciationImprove your knowledge of art and artists Book Group 14Exploring modern novels Bridge (Boxgrove)Chicago bridge. Cryptic Crosswords OnlineMaintain your cryptic crosswords skills Discussion Group 2Current affairs discussion group - Summersdale Flower arrangingA light-hearted approach to creating imaginative floral displays Impressionist ArtThe art and lives of the Impressionists Italian Conversation - IntermediateSome experience needed Play Reading GroupThe group meets once a month and reads a broad range of drama from 15th to 21st century material. Recorder EnsembleWide range of music for SATB recorders. Not for beginners Spanish ImproversImprove your comprehension, grammar and vocabulary |
| Wednesday | Book Group 6 : Modern NovelsReading group at Westhampnett Bus WalkWalks without a car Bus Walks 2Monthly Walks, five miles approx Chamber Music GroupA relaxed friendly group of players who enjoying playing music together CroquetPlay croquet at Fishbourne - meets in summer only Crosswording for FunPractise your cryptic crossword skills with other like-minded puzzlers French for BeginnersA grammar based class for beginners of French Greek Year 2Suitable for those with a little knowledge of Greek. Music GroupEnjoy, learn and experience all sorts of music Nature Walks (Wednesday)Walking as a group of friends with a shared enthusiasm for nature Spanish Conversation - Advanced'A-level' Spanish required Sugar and Spice SocietyThe history of cakes and their ingredients. Wednesday WalksWalks of about 5 miles | Book Group 10Fiction from the 20th century Bridge (Felpham)We play in person on Wednesday at the hall and online using BBO Classic LiteratureAn exploration of the best that has been written in English over the centuries. Climate Change GroupMonthly meetings on different aspects of climate change, plus selected projects. Dining Group 4Explore local restuarants and enjoy good food, conversation and company French Conversation 2General conversation in French MahJongg for BeginnersMahjongg Group for beginners and returners Short TennisGreat game, excellent exercise, sociable and fun Strength Training GroupStrength training using resistance equipment and free weights tailored to individual ability |
| Thursday | BadmintonKeep fit, have fun, meet new people and enjoy a coffee in the leisure centre café afterwards Book Group 7Reading group Crosswording for Fun 2Practise your cryptic crossword skills with other like-minded puzzlers Cycling for PleasureCycling for pleasure, sociability and fitness German ConversationWeekly group meeting practising spoken German LatinA study group for beginners and improvers Local HistoryLearn more about interesting aspects of our area Nature Walks (Thursday)Walking as a group of friends with a shared enthusiasm for nature PilatesA weekly class that focuses on strengthening every muscle in your body Thursday UkulelePlaying our ukuleles and singing for fun. | Book Group 15Exploring modern novels Book Group 4Reading group at members' houses Book Group Crime FictionReading and reviewing crime fiction books and authors Book Group Short StoriesSharing short stories Curry ClubIf you like a tasty treat in convivial company the Curry Club is for you! Poetry GroupDo you enjoy poetry? Would you like to study some poems at greater depth? ScrabbleRegular game of scrabble Spanish ConversationNot for beginners, some experience needed Wine Tasting 2Sampling and discussion |
| Friday | BirdwatchingEnthusiastic group of birdwatchers Book Group: World of BooksLiterature of Countries across the World Book Group: World of Books 2Literature of countries across the world Bridge for Fun 2Social Bridge Group Current Affairs Discussion GroupLively discussion of current news items and topics of interest to members French Intermediate 2In Aldingbourne Greek - IntermediateBoth spoken and written Greek History MagpiesThe group discusses a variety of different topics and themes from world history Poetry from 20th CenturyExploring poetry published in the 20th Century Practical Science WorkshopJoin in a variety of science based projects from natural history to electronics Serendipity Discussion GroupLively discussion of current news items from the main news media Ten Pin BowlingTen Pin Bowling for all levels | Apple GroupThe scheduled meetings are appropriate for iPad and iPhone users. Additional ad hoc Zoom meetings are run for Mac computer users. Table Tennis - Friday GroupFriendly and fun, weekly table tennis – all levels welcome |
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| Variable | Camera GroupGetting to know your camera Dining Group 1Explore local restaurants and enjoy good food, conversation and company. Dining Group 3Explore local restaurants and enjoy good food, conversation and company. Metal DetectingFriendly group, open to anyone interested in searching for historic artifacts and coins etc. Beginners welcome. The Volunteer BankFor members willing to devote a little - or a lot of - time to keep our U3A going Walking: Sociable StrollersShort, social strolls followed by refreshments | MOTO (Members on their own)Group For Chichester u3a Members who are On Their Own MOTO 2 (Members on their own)MOTO enables members who are on their own to join with others to enjoy many different activities. Nordic WalkingNordic Walking: a full body work out, including your core, heart and lungs |