School holiday activity club for kids at YMCA Plymouth’s 8.2.5 Club
Join the non-stop fun from 8am – 5.30pm at YMCA Plymouth’s 8.2.5 Club every school half-term and summer holiday!
Our 8.2.5 club is for children aged 8-16 and includes all kinds of activities such as; street surfing, arts & crafts, climbing, sports and trips to adventure parks. Our multi-activity day sessions start at just £21 per day, with optional early and late add-on sessions available from £4.25 each.
We’re proud of our reputation for offering safe, fun and engaging youth activities in Plymouth for over four decades.
Next club: October Holiday Club 2026
Monday 26th – Friday 30th October.
We offer a huge range of activities through our club, including: themed arts & crafts, dodgeball, nerf party, street surfing in our sports hall, and lots more!
Sessions
Our main multi-activity session runs each day apart from special trip days where specified. After booking a main Multi-activity session you can also extend this by booking early and late add-on sessions for £4.25 each.
Club sessions run on weekdays during the school holidays and half term breaks (except for bank holidays).
Early Add-on – £4.25 per session
8am – 9:30am
Multi-Activity Club – £21 per session
9:30am – 3:30pm
Late Add-on – £4.25 per session
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Trips – 8.30am – 3.30pm (only on selected clubs)
Football Camp (Select Days)
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Food options
Our Bistro is open available during each club and is located upstairs in the main building. It offers both hot and cold food, including: sandwiches, baked potatoes and vegetarian options. Children are welcome to bring their own packed lunch or buy from the bistro at the designated lunch/break times.
Please be aware children must bring a packed lunch on trip days.
Childcare Vouchers
We accept voucher payments for the following places:
– Care-4
– Computershare
– Edenred
– Sodexo
– Childcare Grant Payment
How to pay with vouchers
If you are using voucher payments then please can you contact stacey.f@ymcaplymouth.org.uk who will then activate your account for you and process the booking. Please make sure that you provide exact dates and which sessions are required and we will then book them in for you.
Free Funded Spaces – Fit & Fed
Sometimes we are able to offer free spaces through the Fit & Fed scheme. These free places are for children who receive Free School Meal benefit. These spaces include lunches from our cafe. Only available for select clubs where stated.
To be eligible your child must be entitled to Free School Meal-related Benefit (FSM)
Activities
We offer a huge range of activities through our club. The timetable changes each week, so please get in touch if you want to know more. For each day, children have a choice of what activities they would prefer to do, and all sessions are led by our youth workers, ensuring every child is included, able to participate and has fun!
Arts & Crafts
We run themed arts and crafts sessions each club with crafts they can take home with them. It may be making funky easter eggs, pumpkin carving or making their own acessories. Kids will have lots of chance to express themselves and develop their creative skills!
Sports & Activities
Kids will be able to skate around our sports hall on our “street surfing” boards, test their agility in dodgeball, or play more traditional sports like tag-rugby or shooting hoops with in a basketball session.
Team Games
We offer lots of team game sessions including playing “Nerf tag” with our nerf party gear, or testing their brain with a quiz or board game test their skills and team work abilities in all kinds of way.
Trips
On select clubs we run trips to various local attractions including Woodlands, Crealy and more. Please check the booking form to see what trip is offered in the next upcoming club.
Sample Timetable
Take a look at what a sample week may typically look like at our club:
Safeguarding
With over 40 years experience delivering youth clubs we ensure the highest safeguarding standards for our club. We ensure all staff are enhanced DBS checked, have all had child protection training and hold relevant accredited qualifications. Additionally, there is always a first aid officer on-site.
Ofsted No. EY447994
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Standard Booking:
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Our system now has account linking, making booking easier if you have multiple children or have your own account you use for booking other YMCA services. Account linking means you can book for multiple people from one primary account. Click here for further instructions on how to set this up.
Fit & Fed:
Unfortunately, Fit & Fed is not available for this October half term.
Cancellation Procedure
We understand that plans can change, and we aim to be as fair and transparent as possible when handling cancellations. Please see below our policy:
1. Cancellations within 24 hours of attendance
No refunds or credit notes will be issued.
2. Cancellations within 48–72 hours of attendance
A credit note will be offered.
This can be used to book your child into a future session.
3. Cancellations beyond 72 hours of attendance
A credit note or a refund will be issued.
FAQs
How do I book for my child?
To book a Holiday Club session, please ensure you have created an account on our booking portal specifically for your child. As a parent, you are also able to link child accounts to your own account. This is especially useful if you have multiple children or you use other services at the YMCA yourself.
Our booking system checks the age of the account holder/person booking; therefore, it may show the session as unavailable or unbookable if you have not logged in as your child or selected that you’re ‘booking for’ your child if you have linked their account to your own.
How do I set up my child’s account and link it to your own to then book
1. Create an account in your own name and details as the parent/guardian.
2. Go to the Account Details page and then under ‘Group Members’ select ‘Create group member’ to add your child (or link existing account if your child already has an account)
3. Now, when on the bookings page, above the dates section, please ensure you have selected your child from the ‘booking for ’ drop-down.
Do you accept Childcare Vouchers?
Yes! We accept Childcare Vouchers from Care-4, Computershare, Edenred, Sodexo, and the Childcare Grant Payment Scheme. To use your vouchers, please email stacey.f@ymcaplymouth.org.uk with the exact dates and sessions you need. Stacey will activate your account and complete the booking for you!
What if my child has dietary restrictions or medical conditions?
Please detail any dietary requirements, allergies, or medical conditions on your child’s registration form when booking. Any medication must be supplied in its original packaging with the prescription label attached, along with a completed medication consent form. Also, our staff are fully briefed on all dietary requirements before every sessions.
What are the drop-off and pick-up times?
Standard drop-off is before 9:30 am, with pick-up at 3:30 pm. We also offer extended hours, including early drop-off from 8:00 am and late pick-up options from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
What if someone is picking up my child?
Please notify us in advance and provide them with your designated collection password or list them as an authorised contact on your booking form.
What does their typical day look like
Each day features a mix of structured sports, creative arts, outdoor activities, and free-play sessions tailored to different age groups.
What happens if I am running late for pick-up?
Please call our team as soon as possible. Late pick-ups after 5.30 pm may incur a late fee of £10 for 15 minutes.
What happens if my child is sick or injured while at the club?
All of our holiday club staff are First Aid trained and equipped to handle minor injuries right away.
If your child feels unwell or has a more serious injury, we will get in touch with you immediately to let you know and arrange for them to be collected.
What should my child wear?
Comfortable clothes and trainers suitable for active play, plus weather-appropriate outerwear (such as a rain jacket or sun hat).
What does my child need to bring each day?
A packed lunch, a refillable water bottle, and sunscreen applied before arrival (with a labelled bottle sent for reapplying).
Are personal belongings or electronics allowed?
To prevent loss or damage, we recommend that phones, tablets, and personal toys are not brought to the club. Children do so at their own risk.
How are children grouped?
Children are grouped by age to ensure activities are engaging, safe, and age-appropriate.
Can siblings or friends stay in the same group?
Yes, if they are in similar age brackets, or during joint free-play and break times.
