2nd Chelmsford Boys' Brigade

Captain: Mr Michael Smith

2nd Chelmsford Boys' Brigade was established in 1967 and runs from Moulsham Lodge Methodist Church, Lime Walk, Chelmsford, Essex.

The company is staffed by a number of volunteers, many of whom who have worked their way through the company as young members. All staff are DBS checked and receive regular Boys' Brigade training.

2nd Chelmsford Boys' Brigade is part of the national organisation of Boys' Brigade. More details can be found here.

There are four sections in Boys' Brigade:

Age 5 to 8 years Tuesdays (term time only) 6.00 - 7.15pm

At this age we seek to build firm foundations, establish a group identity and nurture responsibility. They do lots of different activities which include crafts, music, games, sports, making friends, prayer, and Bible stories. The Anchors programme is organised into six programme zones of Get Active, Get Adventurous, Get Creative, Get into the Bible, Get Involved and Get Learning through which the children have the opportunity to gain awards.

Age 8 to 11 years Tuesdays (term time only) 6.00 - 7.15pm

Juniors gives older children a chance to build and develop as individuals within the organisation and within their own group (Company). The programme provides challenges, adventure and opportunities to learn and grow. The fun and engaging programme enables the children to work in a team and take more responsibility. The Juniors programme is organised into six programme zones of Get Active, Get Adventurous, Get Creative, Get into the Bible, Get Involved and Get Learning through which the children have the opportunity to gain awards.

Age 11 to 14 years Fridays (term time only) 8-10.00 pm

This age group has its own programme based on six areas: Get Active, Get Into the Bible, Get Creative, Get Learning, Get Adventurous and Get Involved. Young people get the chance to develop existing skills and learn new ones, through a fun, balanced and challenging programme of activities. Young people are encouraged to have a say and help shape their own programme. They can get involved in anything from helping others in their local community to playing sports, trying out adventure activities or being creative through dance or art – there’s something for everyone! There are also opportunities to go away on camps and residentials, which are often the highlights in the annual programme.

Age 14 to 18 years Fridays (term time only) 8-10.00 pm

Seniors has its own programme based on six areas: Get Active, Get Into the Bible, Get Creative, Get Learning, Get Adventurous and Get Involved. Young people get the chance to develop existing skills and learn new ones, through a fun, balanced and challenging programme of activities. Young people are encouraged to have a say and help shape their own programme. They can get involved in anything from helping others in their local community to playing sports, trying out adventure activities or being creative through dance or art – there’s something for everyone! There are also opportunities to go away on camps and residentials, which are often the highlights in the annual programme.

Age 14-25 years Last Thursday in the month 8.00 - 9.30pm

As part of its Company activities, 2nd Chelmsford offers a D of E programme to its members. The DofE is a voluntary, non-competitive programme of practical, cultural and adventurous activities, designed to support the personal and social development of young people aged 14-25, regardless of gender, background or ability. It offers an individual challenge and encourages young people to undertake exciting, constructive, challenging and enjoyable activities in their free time.