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PAC CIC supports young people across Tameside through detached youth work, creative clubs and progression support. Current opportunities include Beats & Bars music-making and recording for ages 10+ at Oxford Park Pavilion, creative activities at Hurst Cross and Hattersley, and Creative Futures for 16–24-year-olds. Our detached teams work in St Peter’s, St Michael’s and Hattersley/Hyde, building trusted relationships and connecting young people with positive opportunities.
Contact info@pac-cic.co.uk for current session details.

We offer programmes for young people across the area. Step Up supports those who need extra help moving from primary to secondary school. Our Step Up mentor group gives young people the chance to develop leadership skills while supporting the next group. Both programmes build confidence, teamwork and community connections.
Moving On offers supportive, creative sessions for young people who are not currently in education, employment or training (NEET). They can socialise, take part in projects, work towards a qualification and get support with their next steps.

Bury Defence Academy is a Martial Arts and Boxing Club with classes for Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Striking and Circuit Training. We have 400 weekly service users and regularly organise competitions and events for young people. We also run Holiday Clubs and have two onsite Youth Mentors who work to guide young people away from crime and anti-social behaviour. Through the Violence Reduction Unit we are able to support young people with the costs of participating in the above activities.

Weekly children’s creative drop in: Moss Side Powerhouse Tuesdays 4-5pm; Aquarius Community centre 5.30-6.30pm
Creative Coffee: Fortnightly drop in for adults looking to reduce isolation, increase wellbeing or try something new. Hot lunch included. 12.30-3pm every other Friday.
Second Act: Fortnightly theatre group for adults with experience of homelessness. 10.30-1pm every other Friday. Hot lunch included.
Wellbeing Your Way: 12-week mental health programme using creativity and connection to increase wellbeing through 1:1 sessions and small groups. Ages 10 years upwards.
Work experience: Supported work experience placements, including training, practical learning, leadership and opportunity for completing a creative award.
Youth Ambassador Scheme: For young people ages 11-25 with multiple creative, learning and leadership opportunities.
Youth Creative Social Action: Ongoing creative projects available, exploring ‘social justice’ issues and led by the young people and community.

1. Primary School Coaching of Cricket 36 hours in curriculum time and 24 fully funded National Programme places for young people at Gorse Hill Primary
2. 14-19 years old Street (Indoor) cricket session at Stretford Village. GHA funding additional festival and competitions during summer 2026.

Delivered by Smart Body Sports and Wigan Athletic Community Trust
Aimed at young people who may benefit from 1-to-1 support or small-group sessions of up to 6 young people. Delivered by Smart Body Sports and Wigan Athletic Community Trust, sessions provide mentoring and enriching activities to build confidence, resilience, teamwork, improve behaviour and positive relationships in school and out in the community.
These sessions are delivered on a weekly basis on a Tuesday and can take place in school or within the community.

Join our Mixed Youth Club on Fridays from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm! We provide a safe, inclusive, and fun space where young people can connect, grow, and stay active. Weekly sessions feature a dynamic mix of multi-sports, arts and crafts, and team games built on kindness and friendship. It is the perfect place to learn new skills, build confidence, and hang out with friends in the community.

Youth space to hang out and make friends.