THE SPORTS LOCKER – FIXTURES AND EVENTS THIS OCTOBER

 

AERIAL HOOP / THE FITNESS HANGOUT, GODALMING

Fancy an alternative way to get fit? Work your core to the max and take part in these circus-inspired, Aerial Hoop, classes at The Fitness Hangout in Godalming. Armed with a Hoop, you’ll learn a series of movements and tricks that, when put together in a sequence, will provide you with improved strength, flexibility and balance – not to mention fun!

For more information, thefitnesshangout.co.uk

 

FLOODLIT RACING / OCTOBER 2, 9, 11, 14, 16, 23, 30 / KEMPTON PARK RACECOURSE

There’s nothing quite like sports under the floodlights is there? Experience the exhilarating this October and enjoy a whole lot of Floodlit Racing at Kempton Park. 

For more information, thejockeyclub.co.uk/kempton

THE WILDFIT SURREY GAMES / OCTOBER 5 / REDHILL

Do you and your mates love getting fit? Love the outdoors? The WildFit Surrey Games take place on glorious open farmland this October, promising CrossFit style workouts with a  few surprises along the way. Work as a team (mixed teams, 2 males, 2 females) and take on fellow competitors to be crowned The WildFit Surrey Games Champions. 

For more information, visit wildfitsurrey.co.uk 

AN EVENING WITH GUENTHER STEINER / OCTOBER 8 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Don’t miss a hugely entertaining access-all-areas conversation with former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive. Reflecting on his decade in charge of Haas, Guenther will offer an unobstructed view of what really takes place behind the scenes. Through this unique lens, Guenther takes us on the thrilling rollercoaster of life at the heart of elite motor racing

For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford

 

NIGHT SWIM / OCTOBER 11 + 31 / BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON, BETCHWORTH

Go nocturnal and head to Buckland Park for a night swim with the Surrey Hills Adventure Company. Open to confident swimmers, get a fresh perspective and enjoy the delights of swimming in the dark. With sessions taking place later in the month, make sure you bring a head torch and book your space online.

For more information, theshac.co.uk 

SURREY 89ERS V BRISTOL FLYERS / OCTOBER 12 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD

Rising like a phoenix from the flames of Scorchers sad demise in the summer, Surrey 89ers are Surrey’s latest basketball franchise. With much of the squad and coaching staff retained from Scorchers, the newly named team are already writing a new history with some early wins on the board. Hoping to take down Bristol Flyers, expect your new favourite basketball team to be ready for an end-to-end game of ball and to add more points to their tally. 

For more information, surrey89ers.basketball 

ELEVATE SKI COURSE / OCTOBER 12 / SANDOWN SPORTS, ESHER

Booked your first skiing holiday and haven’t got a scooby-doo what to do once you get there? Take part in these popular adult skiing classes for beginners, held at Sandown Sports in Esher, and get prepared for a week or two on the piste safe in the knowledge that you’ll at least know how to stop without becoming a snowball on the side of a mountain.

For more information, theoakwood.com 

 

SURREY HILLS TRAILBLAZER / OCTOBER 12 / WINTERFOLD, NR CRANLEIGH

Looking for some hints and tips on the best trails to ride in Surrey? Ideally suited to intermediate and advanced riders with a good fitness level, why not participate in this guided ride that’ll see you speed, skid, twist, and turn your way through the Surrey Hills this October?

For more information, marmalademtb.com

 

GUILDFORD FLAMES V DUNDEE STARS / OCTOBER 12 / SPECTRUM LEISURE COMPLEX, GUILDFORD

It was a tough September for Flames in their Cup fixtures with a number of unwanted losses. Here’s hoping that they turn up the heat a little in the league, as they welcome Dundee Stars to their patch of ice this October. 

For more information, guildfordflames.com

IWAN THOMAS – BRUTAL / OCTOBER 14 / GUILDFORD COLLEGE

Prepare for a gripping evening with Olympic medallist and former European and World champion, Iwan Thomas. Brutal, is the unflinching memoir from one of the UK’s most popular sports personalities. Thomas reveals the highs, the hard graft and his battles with the dark side of running – the loneliness, the hurt, the serious mental health issues. Book some tickets quick, for a night with a legend. 

For more information, guildfordbookfestival.co.uk 

BEAT BOX HILL / OCTOBER 26 / BOX HILL, DORKING

Ready to beat Box Hill? One of Surrey’s iconic peaks, runners can swoosh their way through stunning scenery choosing from multiple distance trails depending on what they might have in the tank (5k, 10k, 21k and 50k).  Perfect for seasoned athletes and beginners alike – get ready for a breath-taking run and experience the Surrey Hills in all its autumnal glory this October.

For more information, runthrough.co.uk

 

WOKING V FOREST GREEN ROVERS / OCTOBER 26 / THE LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM

Woking welcome high flying Forest Green Rovers to their neck of the woods in this National League fixture at The Laithwaite Community Stadium. The Cards are having somewhat of a polarising season either winning or drawing, hence their mid table position. Anyway, it’s still early doors in the season and we’re all still warming up, aren’t we. Can Woking using their home advantage to secure three points? Book a ticket and find out later this month. 

For more information, wokingfc.co.uk 

 

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