3 Commercial Way, Wellingborough, NN8 1ET
Youth Boredom &
Skills Projects
Structured youth engagement programmes designed to build confidence, develop real-world skills and create pathways into future opportunities.
Delivered by Community Projects Base C.I.C
at Palm Beach, Wellingborough.
Supervised by experienced staff
Real-world experience opportunities
Skills development & progression pathways
Safe, structured environment
We Aim to Support Young People To:
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Develop employability and real-world life skills
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Gain practical experience in a supervised setting
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Access positive opportunities locally
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Engage in safe, structured activities that reduce risk​
Why This Matters
Our work supports early intervention — helping reduce anti-social behaviour and providing positive alternatives for young people in Wellingborough.
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âś” Safe spaces during peak risk times
âś” Supporting early intervention, reducing anti-social behaviour and providing positive alternatives for young people
âś” Positive peer environments
âś” Increased confidence & structure
âś” Clear pathways into opportunities
Why We
Created This
As a business operating for over 14 years, we understand first-hand the challenges of building something without guidance.
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We had no mentors, no structured support and no clear pathway.
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This programme is designed to change that — by sharing real experience, knowledge and opportunity with the next generation.
By combining engagement, mentoring and real-word experience, we support young people to make positive choices and stay connected to their community.
Young Entrepreneurs Programme
(Pilot Delivered) Ages. 13 - 17
We previously delivered a free Young Entrepreneurs Programme, designed to give young people a voice, build confidence and introduce real-world thinking beyond the classroom.
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The programme engaged 16 young people in its first phase, demonstrating strong demand and positive outcomes. ​
​The programme was supported by a youth leadership model, including a young team leader who helped organise meetings, supported peers and contributed to programme delivery.
Key Elements
âś” Weekly in-person & online sessions
âś” School assemblies & outreach
âś” Event involvement in real events
âś” Mentoring & support
âś” Final 'Entrepreneur Den' pitch experience
What Participants Gained
âś” Confidence & communication
âś” Event operations & teamwork
âś” Youth promotion & outreach
âś” Real-world awareness
âś” Sense of purpose
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Real Feedback from Participants​
"The entrepreneurs programme allowed me to improve my communication skills and it helped me with my confidence as i was able to talk to new people and work independently and as a team. It was an amazing experience and i am grateful for the connections i created"
— Emily
“The entrepreneurs programme allowed me to improve my communication skills and it helped me with my confidence as I was able to talk to new people and work independently and as a team.
It was an amazing experience and I am grateful for the connections I created”​
- Emily
"Thank you for letting me be apart of the entrepreneur program for palm beach, this program allowed me to focus not only on how my ideas can help others but why it is important to put your ideas into a group setting and see the both positive and negative impacts it can have. i am very grateful to be apart of the first phase and if any help is needed in the future i am happy to help with my input, experience with the program etc. once again a very enjoyable experience that helps you build courage, talk to people you wouldn’t normally talk to, build relationships with the staff and overall make your palm beach experience premium."
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- Layla
“Thank you for letting me be apart of the entrepreneur program for Palm Beach.
This program allowed me to focus not only on how my ideas can help others but why it is important to put your ideas into a group setting and see the both positive and negative impacts it can have. I am very grateful to be apart of the first phase and if any help is needed in the future I am happy to help with my input, experience with the program etc.
Once again a very enjoyable experience that helps you build courage, talk to people you wouldn’t normally talk to, build relationships with the staff and overall make your Palm Beach experience premium.”
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- Layla
"Palm Beach’s young entrepreneur programme helped develop my confidence and made me more social and outgoing it has improved my communication skills and helped me develop new skills and interests along with all the kind staff to help it was amazing!​"
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— Maddie
“Palm Beach’s young entrepreneur programme helped develop my confidence and made me more social and outgoing.
It has improved my communication skills and helped me develop new skills and interests along with all the kind staff to help it was amazing!”
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- Maddie
You Said, We Did
We have listened to feedback from young people and shaped our approach
You said: “We want to be involved, not just attend”
We built in youth-led roles and real responsibility
You said: “There aren’t enough opportunities locally”
We deliver programmes directly in Wellingborough
You said: “Can I work here? Do you have jobs?”
We piloted a live hospitality and venue skills programme for ages 13 - 17
From Engagement to Real-World Experience
We piloted a hospitality-based model using Palm Beach as a live venue.
EXPERIENCE AREAS
âś” Customer service
âś” Event operations
âś” Hospitality
âś” Real venue experience
OUTCOMES
âś” Increased confidence
âś” Progression into employment
âś” One participant launched their own clothing brand
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What Makes Our Approach Different
At Palm Beach, we don’t just deliver programmes — we build relationships.
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As a youth-led and community-led environment, we listen to the people we support, involve them every step of the way, and create opportunities they actually want to be part of.
That’s why we use a unique live venue environment — creating something that feels relevant, engaging and exciting, while still being structured, supervised and safe.
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Young people are given opportunities to be:
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âś” Heard
âś” Involved
âś” Given responsibility
âś” Supported to grow in a real-world setting
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They don’t want lectures.
They don’t want classrooms.
They want real experiences, real responsibility, and somewhere they feel understood.
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We’re not trying to replicate traditional provision.
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WE’RE CREATING SOMETHING DIFFERENT —
a space where young people feel they belong,
where they can build confidence,
and where real opportunities start.
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WHAT'S NEXT​
PALM BEACH YOUTH ACADEMY
A youth engagement & development pathway delivered by
Community Projects Base C.I.C
ENGAGE
DEVELOP
PROGRESS
We are continuing to develop and expand our youth programmes based on demand and previous delivery.​​
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Future opportunities will focus on:
Real work experience pathways
Employability skills development and hands-on learning in a live environment
Mentoring and progression support
Accessible opportunities for local young people
This programme is being developed for expansion, subject to funding and partnerships.
We believe young people should not just attend programmes - they should help shape them.
Palm Beach | Youth DJ Workshops Programme
Practical Dj training combined with real performance opportunities and progression pathways.
Palm Beach Youth
DJ Workshops
Ages. 11 - 17 | Duration: 8 Weeks |
Youth DJ Workshops & Mentoring
Ages. 11 - 17 | Duration: 8 Weeks | £75
Subsidised fee
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Structured DJ skills training combined with supervised event shadowing designed to build confidence, creativity and professional behaviour.
Learn to DJ & Build Confidence
DJ Skills Training
Live Event Shadowing
Confidence & Creativity
Participants are expected to complete approximately 2 hours of shadowing per week (typically Saturdays).
Failure to complete attendance expectations may result in withdrawal from the course.
Real Experience Opportunities
Shadow Professional DJs
Practice & Rehearse
Perform Live Sets
âś” Shadow professional DJs
âś” Guided practice sessions
âś” Supervised live performance opportunities
âś” Confidence-building performance opportunities
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Participants progress from learning to real-world application through structured stages
What Participants Learn
âś” DJ equipment & mixing fundamentals
âś” Music selection & crowd awareness
âś” Microphone skills & confidence
âś” DJ professionalism & safety
âś” Palm Beach completion certificate
DJ Equipment
Participants are not required to bring their own equipment.
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All core training and supervised practice takes place using Palm Beach's professional DJ equipment during workshop sessions. Unless participants choose to use their own.
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Participants who wish to practice at home or build playlists outside of the sessions may do so using their own equipment or software, however this is optional and not required to complete the programme.
SEN-Inclusive DJ Workshops
We also offer SEN-inclusive DJ workshop options, delivered in smaller groups or 1-to-1 with a calm, supportive approach.
Sessions are adapted to individual needs where possible, focusing on confidence, creativity and enjoyment in a safe environment.
All DJ sessions are fully supervised with clear boundaries and safeguarding procedures in place.
SEN requirements can be discussed at the enquiry stage. easy.
Register Your Interest
Limited Places Available​
Limited places available to maintain a high-quality, supported experience for all participants
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Sign up for the next course date
Real Outcomes & Success:
“Previous participants have successfully launched mobile DJ businesses, with one former student progressing into a permanent DJ role at a popular local venue"
School Holiday Clubs & Activities
School Holiday Clubs & Activities
Ages. Varies by activity
Affordable, supervised activities delivered during school holidays to reduce boredom, support families and keep children active and engaged.
Community Projects Base C.I.C Supporting young people across Wellingborough & North Northamptonshire
đź“Ť Palm Beach 3 Commercial Way Wellingborough NN8 1ET
Young people, parents, schools and referral partners can register interest in one or more of our structured youth programmes below.
Places are limited across all programmes