FAQs

View our frequently asked questions below, if you can’t find the answer to your question, please contact us.

Do you have any sessions for older people?

Our Pasio Project is designed for Lambeth residents aged over 55, Our regular activities are held at Black Prince Trust hub, and other venues across the borough. Please check out our timetable with all our free sessions. At levels of abilities are welcome at our PASIO project activities.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where can I look at the activities timetable?
What activities do you offer?

We run a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities (starting from age 8 and above). The main sports we offer are sessions for basketball, football, and boxing/fitness. Alongside this, we run programmes such as yoga, tai chi, table tennis and strength and movement classes. Whilst we are predominately a sports site , we also focus on extracurricular delivery, including training and development, educational workshops, mentoring and sessions focused on wellbeing and mental health.

Can I use the gym at black Prince Trust?

We have a variety of free community fitness sessions taking place throughout the week on the mezzanine, located in our boxing gym. These range from open gym sessions (supervised by a PT) to coached classes (delivered by our partners). To book onto any of these classes, please click here. Our Gym can also be privately hired by PTs, if you are interested, please contact our admin team on admin@blackprincetrust.org.uk

How do I sign up for your free community sessions?

  • To book onto any of our community sessions, please click here
  • Select the class or classes you would like to join
  • Click on ‘View Selections’ and enter your details

If it is your first session at BPT please ensure you complete the Upshot Form before attending the class, the link will be in your confirmation email. Doing this before you attend will save you time at the beginning of your first session. We can not let you participate until this form is completed.

Where do the sessions take place?

  • Depending on the sessions, boxing, fitness, and basketball are all in our sports hall in our community hub, and our football sessions will be located on the football pitches outside. All sessions take place at the community hub 5 Beaufoy Walk, SE11 6AA, unless otherwise stated on our timetable.

What do I need to bring to sessions?

  • Other than yourself you will need to bring appropriate footwear for the specified sports and weather or sports hall appropriate sportswear to participate in the session. We would recommend bringing a water bottle, which you can fill up onsite if needed.

Are your community sessions free?

  • All sessions are free to the community user except for Don Davis amateur boxing academy, which has a fee attached to support aspiring boxers in competition.

How old do I have to be to attend community sessions?

  • All sessions are free to the community user except for Don Davis amateur boxing academy, which has a fee attached to support aspiring boxers in competition.

Do I need to book before joining a session?

  • Most of our sessions require you to sign up in advance, please register for each activity to ensure the safety and organisation of our free sessions. By providing this information in advance, our coaches can plan accordingly and guarantee that enough spaces will be available for everyone. Please check the description of the session you are booking to check whether prebooking is required.

Do I need a high level of fitness to get involved?

  • No, all abilities are welcome. Our sessions are inclusive and cater to everyone, regardless of fitness level.

How do I sign up for any activities?

  • Please view sessions here and follow instructions.

Do you offer any sessions for older people?

Yes. Our Pasio Project provides free sessions for Lambeth residents aged 55+  Our regular activities are held at Black Prince Trust hub, and other venues across the borough. Please check out our timetable with all our free sessions. At levels of abilities are welcome at our PASIO project activities.

Do I need to be fit to participate?

No. Sessions are designed for all fitness levels.

How do I sign up?

📅 View our timetable and follow the registration instructions.

View timetable

Do you run girls-only sessions?

Yes – we have dedicated girls-only sessions to help build confidence and encourage participation. Check our current timetable [View more info and timetable] for details

Do you run women-only sessions?

Yes – we provide women-only sessions across different sports and activities. You can see what’s on this week by visiting our timetable [View more info and timetable].

 

Do you run sessions for people with disabilities?

Yes – we run regular disability sport sessions designed to be inclusive and welcoming. You can find upcoming activities on our timetable [view more info and upcoming community sessions].

Can I book a basketball court?

Yes!

How do I book a football pitch?

⚽ Football pitches are managed by Powerleague.
📧 Email: vauxhall@powerleague.com

Can I host a birthday party at the Black Prince Trust?

Yes!

  • 🎉 Yes!

    • Jordan Court – £55 per hour (ideal for small groups)

    • Regal Court – £75 per hour (championship-sized court, seats up to 150)
      🍰 For food & drinks: Hire our first-floor room (£55 per hour) with seating for 30, kitchenette, and TV.

Can I book a facility for filming or events?

Yes. For enquiries:
📧 admin@blackprincetrust.org.uk

Can alcohol be brought to events?

🚫 No. Alcohol is strictly prohibited on-site, including ticketed sales. This ensures a safe, family-friendly environment

Food Programme

🥗 The Felix Project collects surplus food from supermarkets, wholesalers, farms, and restaurants. It redistributes it to charities, schools, and community organisations across London — fighting food waste and hunger.

What days is the food bank open?

📅 The food bank runs twice a week:

  • Wednesday – food distribution begins at 3:00 PM

  • Friday – food distribution begins at 12:00 PM (midday)
    ⏳ Please note: start times may be delayed if the delivery van arrives late.

🎟️ To guarantee a food bag, collect a token at reception by 9:30 AM on the same day.

Is there a café or restaurant on-site?

📅 The food bank runs twice a week:

  • Wednesday – food distribution begins at 3:00 PM

  • Friday – food distribution begins at 12:00 PM (midday)
    ⏳ Please note: start times may be delayed if the delivery van arrives late.

🎟️ To guarantee a food bag, collect a token at reception by 9:30 AM on the same day.

Should I cancel if I can’t make a class, session or court booking (48hrs)?

Yes! If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking as soon as possible. This allows us to offer your spot to someone else who is waiting for a spot to open.

How to Cancel

Via your email address:

  • Find your booking email
  • Select ‘Manage’ on your booking confirmation
  • Select ‘Cancel’ and then ‘Confirm’

If you are unable to cancel via your email confirmation, contact us directly via phone or email.

Why Canceling Matters

Our classes, sessions, and courts are in high demand; by cancelling, you help us make the most of our resources and give others a chance to participate in our sessions.

Is parking available on-site?

Yes! If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking as soon as possible. This allows us to offer your spot to someone else who is waiting for a spot to open.

How to Cancel

Via your email address:

  • Find your booking email
  • Select ‘Manage’ on your booking confirmation
  • Select ‘Cancel’ and then ‘Confirm’

Yes — limited parking, first-come, first-served.
🚗 Register your vehicle at Sports Hall reception using the QR code for 3 hours free parking.

Are basketballs available on-site?

Yes. You can borrow a basketball with a deposit (ID card or set of keys).

How can I cancel my parking ticket?

Support is available, but a £30 admin fee applies per cancellation.
✉️ Complete the required form and email: admin@blackprincetrust.org.uk

What disabled facilities are available at the centre?

Our Community Hub offers:

  • Accessible entrances

  • Disabled restrooms

  • Designated parking spaces
    ⚠️ Note: Our educational room, The Space, is on the first floor and does not have disabled access.

What are your opening hours?

  • Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

  • Saturday–Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    📢 Car park gates close promptly at 10:00 PM (weekdays) and 5:00 PM (weekends).
    📢 Closed on Bank Holidays and for ~2 weeks over Christmas/New Year.

Are there CCTV cameras on site?

  • Yes, CCTV is installed throughout the premises for security.

Are lockers available?

  • 🚫 No lockers. Please keep belongings with you at all times.

Do you have changing rooms?

  • Yes, two large changing rooms (male & female).
    📢 Children are advised to arrive dressed for activities.

Is there a café or restaurant on-site?

  • Yes. ☕ Share Community runs a café (Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 3 PM).
    They also provide a community meal service for Lambeth residents affected by the cost-of-living crisis.

Are there water fountains or vending machines?

  • 💧 Water fountains are available.
    🚫 No vending machines in our Hub. Powerleague has a drinks machine by their football pitches.

Are food and drinks allowed in your facilities?

  • 🚫 No food or drink on basketball courts.
    CCTV and staff monitor usage.
    £50 cleaning fines apply if rubbish is left behind

Key & fob fees

  • A £10 fee applies for each key or fob issued to tenants/partners, and for any replacement keys/fobs issued to staff.