Oasis Youth

Call Directions Website Contact the organisation

Oasis is an inclusive youth focused
programme that engages with BAME children & young people.

29/10/2026

And just like that, Activ8 3.0 has come to an end.

What an amazing football project it’s been. With the help of Coach Jasiel, we’ve seen our talented squad train and play in the sunshine, battle through torrential rain, head away on a two-night residential and, last night, finish it all off with a trip to the Odyssey in Belfast for bowling, food and a bit of time in the arcades.

It’s been an absolute joy getting to know these fine young lads better. They’ve brought the talent, the commitment and plenty of banter along the way… even at 5am!

It’s been brilliant watching them come together and enjoy themselves both on and off the pitch.

Activ8 3.0 is funded by TBUC Planned Intervention, The Executive Office and Education Authority

28/10/2026

That’s a wrap on our Autumn Gets Active at Edenvilla Park.

Our second and final day was another great one, with the weather staying on our side as the children enjoyed even more outdoor activities.

BushcraftNI had the children tackling a forest obstacle course, which was definitely harder than it looked! We also brought all the groups together for some team games on the pitch, before finishing with an incredible Halloween Trail in the Secret Garden, organised by Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council and. Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon PCSP

Seeing the children’s faces and hearing their laughter makes all the hours spent planning these events worth it.

A big thank you to all the parents and families who support us by sending their children along. We really appreciate it.

And a massive, thank you to our amazing volunteers. We say it every time, but these young people choose to give up their own free time to come along and help out. We simply couldn’t run these events without them, and their support means so much to us.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the last two days so special.

Also a massive thank you to our funders Meals & More, The McClay Foundation, The National Lottery Community Fund, Public Health Agency who make running events like this possible.”

Delivered in partnership with Children in Northern Ireland (CiNI)

27/10/2026

Our Autumn Gets Active extravaganza got off to a great start today, with proper autumnal weather! Thankfully, the rain held off until the last child had headed home.

Based at Edenvilla, the children enjoyed sports and Halloween games led by our very own Dylan, who brought plenty of energy to the day.

Meanwhile, Wayne and his team from BushcraftNI took the children into the forest for some nature activities. Everyone got stuck in making mini huts and even little villages fit for the finest of fairies!

We also managed some time in the park, which is always a favourite.

A great first day, and we hope all the children had as much fun as we did. Roll on tomorrow!

27/10/2026

Quick reminder there will be no Senior Drop In tonight due to our Autumn Gets Active program. We will see you back next week :)

27/10/2026

Quick reminder that due to Autumn Gets Active, there will be NO Senior Drop In tonight. We will see you back next week.

26/10/2026

✨Meelmore Lodge Residential✨

We took our Activ8 3.0 lads away for a two-night residential at Meelmore Lodge to celebrate all the effort and commitment they’ve shown at our football sessions.

Storm Boelo couldn’t stop us having a good time. There was KFC, pizza, plenty of snacks, walks on the beach and a trip to the amusements. We also had some erm… late nights, plenty of banter and even got the lads designing their own football kit ideas.

It was a brilliant couple of days with a great bunch of lads. It’s been a real pleasure getting to know them better, having a laugh together and seeing them enjoy themselves away from the football pitch.

A great bunch of lads.

Activ8 3.0 is funded by TBUC Planned Intervention, The Executive Office and Education Authority

22/10/2026

We had another great session on Wednesday night as our football project, Activ8 3.0, continued at People’s Park.

It’s been a real joy seeing these lads turn up week after week, whatever the weather, and make the most of every opportunity to learn from Coach Jasiel. Their commitment and enthusiasm have been fantastic to see.

Activ8 3.0 is funded by TBUC Planned Intervention, The Executive Office and Education Authority

21/10/2026

Double busy as always at this weeks Afterschool Club. We welcomed everyone with Tater Tots and chicken.

We had arts and crafts, consoles, boardgames, Lego as well as some team activities such as Murder Wink, Follow The Leader and My Biggest Fan.

A big thank you to Local Harvest for generously donating fresh fruit and vegetables for our families to take home and enjoy.

Afterschool Club is funded by publichealthni, The National Lottery Community Fund, Brakes Meals & More and the McClay Foundation.

20/10/2026

🙌🏼

20/10/2026

Senior Drop-In at Oasis!

Another brilliant evening at our Senior Drop-In tonight from 6pm–9pm! 🙌

It was great to welcome some new faces along tonight! 👋

🎬 Our young people got creative with Stop Motion Animation, showcasing what Drop-In is all about and what we get up to!

🎮 We also enjoyed games consoles, board games, plenty of laughs and some great conversations!

🍟 A big thank you to Gordy’s Chippy Portadown for providing tonight’s food!

💙 A fantastic evening of fun, creativity and bringing young people together. Looking forward to seeing everyone again next week!

Drop in is funded by Education Authority

Address

7 Foundry Street
Portadown
BT635AB

Telephone

+442838393372

Website

http://www.oasisyouthni.co.uk/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Oasis Youth posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.