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Sportivate Courses
The Sportivate courses below are open to those aged 18-25 years old. Please forward on
to anyone that may be interested.
Sportivate Kayaking
Where
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When
Cost
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Broadland Paddlesport, Girlings Lane, Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich, NR7
Wednesdays, 6.30 to 8.30pm on 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th June, 1st and 8th July
£20 per 6 week course if booked before 20th May, £25 thereafter (normally
The sessions will allow participants to work towards their BCU one star award. It is a flat
water award and demonstrates that an individual has basic boat control and foundation
skills. All equipment is provided.
Sportivate Cardio Tennis
Where
Thorpe House School, All Weather Tennis Courts, Yarmouth Road, Thorpe St
Andrew, NR7 0EA
When
Mondays 7-8pm 1st, 8th, 1th,22nd and 29th June and 6th July.
Cost
£10 for 6 sessions if booked before 18th May, £15 thereafter (normally £36)
Cardio Tennis is a high energy fitness activity that combines the best features of the sport of
tennis with cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate, full body, calorie burning aerobic
workout. It is a very social and fun class for players of all ability levels taught by a tennis
coach. If you've never played tennis before it is a great way to be introduced to the sport and
if you are an experienced high level tennis player it is the best way to train for
tennis. Rackets will be provided.
To book and for more information contact Maria Hutson 01603 430570,
[email protected] or go to www.broadland.gov.uk/sportivate
Tots2Teens
Do you have children who are aged between 5 and 16? If so, Tots2Teens holiday activity
sessions run by Broadland District Council could be for you. Multiple sessions are run daily
during all school holidays and include a wide range of activities including art, cookery,
sports, wildlife activities and specialised sessions for older children. All sessions take place
at schools and village halls around Broadland, from Aylsham to Sprowston and Thorpe St
Andrew to Acle offering young people the opportunity to try something different and make
new friends. To become a member of Tots2Teens and receive our e-brochure before each
school holiday, please telephone us on 01603 430525 to register your family’s details.
Bookings are still being taken for May half term holiday, members can see what’s on and
make bookings online at www.broadland.gov.uk/t2t or by calling a member of the Tots2Teens
team on 01603 430525. 50% discounts are available for families claiming council tax or
housing benefit from Broadland District Council. To keep up to date with all the Tots2Teens
news, please like us on facebook www.facebook.com/bdctots2teens
Marriott’s Way 10k
Entries are now open for the Marriott’s Way 10k which is being held on Sunday 11th
October. The race along Marriott's Way, between Aylsham and Reepham, is mainly off-road
and predominantly flat. This makes it ideal for beginners and more experienced runners
alike.
There is also an opportunity for organisations to enter a team into the ever popular Marriott’s
Way 10k corporate challenge.
For more information and to enter go to www.broadland.gov.uk/mw10k
Exciting times at Riverside Leisure
Riverside Leisure Centre’s fabulous NEW Indoor cycling room is launched on
Tuesday 26th May along with a new improved class timetable. Why not come and
experience these classes and also try our new Functional ISO Octagon frame in the
gym which includes a squat rack, battle ropes and much more. Call now to enquire
01603 671390 or visit their website www.theriversideleisurecentre.co.uk
Half Term Netball Camp
Looking for something exciting to do in the May holiday? Why not take part in a fun-filled,
action packed day of netball! Take part in skills, drills and games and go home with a goody
bag.
Details: Tuesday 26th May, 10am – 2pm, £18 for 5-15 years old at UEA Sportspark. To book
and for more information call Karen Webb on 07852 265711 or email [email protected]
for a booking form.
The Norfolk Village Games
The Norfolk Village Games offers fun, competitive opportunities for rural communities to access sport. Now is your chance to prove your village is the best in Norfolk
by entering on behalf of your local community.
This year’s event is being held on Sunday 12th July 2015 at the UEA Sportspark. No
village is too big or too small and there are trophies for each sporting event and
winning villages. Entry is on a first come first served basis, go to
www.activenorfolk.org/villagegames for more details.
L2 Award in Nutrition for Healthy Living - Online Learning
This course is available to anyone looking to improve their knowledge, understanding and
competence for offering advice on nutrition for healthy living, or to improve their own
understanding about nutrition. This course provides the underpinning knowledge on the role
of key food groups, the structure and function of the digestive system and the basic
principles of weight management. It is a great course for anyone looking to start in the
fitness industry or to complement health care roles. It is completed online only, no
attendance required. You receive a full certificate upon completion. More details can be
found at http://puretraininganddevelopment.co.uk/online-nutrition-for-healthy-living/ or email
[email protected]
Why Weight?
Learn some easy techniques to help you change your lifestyle to lose weight without calorie
counting. 'Why Weight?' is a free twelve week weight management programme delivered by
Broadland District Council.
The friendly group sessions give you a chance to: learn more about eating behaviours;
change eating your habits in a realistic, sustainable way; learn tips and tricks to help you
make healthier choices; find information on services to help you get more active and share
ideas and experiences with other people in the same situation
Courses are weekly and running in Acle (Monday mornings and Thursday evenings) ,
Spixworth (Monday and Tuesday afternoons) and Sprowston (Tuesday evenings and
Saturday mornings). For more info or to book your place contact Catherine Watling on
01603 430552 or by emailing [email protected]
May Bank Holiday Activities at OPEN
Looking for fun things for your children to get involved with over the Easter holidays then
OPEN on Bank Plain in Norwich may have the answer. On offer are the following two day
workshops all aimed at 7 – 12 year olds.
Music Mayhem – 26th & 27th May
Intro to Climbing – 26th & 27th May
Discover Drama – 28th & 29th May
Stop Frame Animation – 28th & 29th May
All workshops cost £22 for the two days and run from 10am – 3pm each day. Spaces are
limited and some bursary places are available. For more information about each workshop
or to book a place go to http://www.open247.org.uk/activities/may-half-term-activites.aspx
Workplace Challenge
Why not get together with your colleagues and take part in some inter-workplace sports
competitions! It doesn't matter if you haven't played before, local sport coaches will provide
support and instruction for your team in the following forthcoming events;
Outdoor Rounders and Slog Challenge
Where
UEA Colney Lane Playing Fields (opposite John Innes Centre)
When
Tuesday 2nd June 2015, 18:00 - 21:00
Cost
Free!
Fun slog challenge at the end of the night - who can hit the furthest? Teams of 8 players
(MUST include at least 2 females). Equipment provided. All abilities welcome
Active Norfolk & NNUH 5k Fun Run
Where
When
The race HQ is the Pavilion at the UEA (Colney Playing Field,
opposite the Hospital)
Sat 20th June 2015, 10:30
Part of the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital Open Day & Fete. Run or Walk the route!
Fit4Work Ladies-only Netball
Where
When
UEA Sportspark
Monday 29th June 2015, 18:30 - 21:00
Keen to play Netball with your colleagues as part of the 'This Girl Can' campaign? All
abilities welcome so if you play regularly, haven't played since school or never before - come
and have a go! The rules will be explained at the start. Teams of 7 players (ladies only).
For details of all these competitions and other forthcoming events go to
https://www.workplacechallenge.org.uk/activenorfolk/competitions
For more information about any of the items above please contact Maria Hutson, Sports
Development Officer, [email protected] or 01603 430570