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Easter Programme 2015
Active Schools
Celebrate and get inspired Easter activities
As part of the Commonwealth Games Bounce, funding for Commonwealth Games
sports is being used to fund our Easter Programme. Below is a list of activities which
are free to children this holiday.
Netball Camp
This camp will provide fun and encouragement to children who are looking to
improve skills and enhance confidence while challenging each individual to develop
their game.
Dates.
Wednesday 1 - Friday 3 April.
Age Groups.
Time.
Cost.
P1 - 3.
10:00 - 11:00.
Free.
P4 - 5.
11:00 - 12:30.
Free.
P6 - S1.
13:30 - 16:00.
Free.
Venue.
Kirkwall Grammar School Games Hall.
Children must sign up for all 3 days.
Come and Try Athletics
An opportunity to Run, Jump and Throw with Orkney Athletic Club coaches during
the holidays. This camps aim to provide 2 fun days of athletics activities and games
for children aged from 7 to 9 whilst under the watchful eye of Orkney’s excellent
coaches. So, whether you are looking for your first taste of the sport or are already
involved with an athletics club and want to hone your skills, this camp is the ideal
thing to keep you busy this Easter!
Dates.
Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 April.
Age.
7 years - 9 years.
Times.
10:00 - 12:30.
Cost.
Free.
Venue.
Pickaquoy Centre.
Booking for Netball and Athletics
These activities must be booked in advance through Customer Services at Orkney
Islands Council - Telephone 01856873535 or email
[email protected].
Limited places available.
Hockey Taster Sessions
Orkney Hockey Youth Development is offering fun taster sessions for all abilities.
Whether you are new and want to enjoy your first hockey experiences or have
played before, these taster sessions are designed for everyone to benefit, enjoy and
develop their game in a fun and safe learning environment.
Dates.
Thursday 9 and Friday 10 April.
Age.
Primary 5 - 7.
Times.
10:00 - 12:00.
Cost.
Free.
Venue.
Kirkwall Grammar School Games Hall.
Badminton Sessions
These sessions will give participants the opportunity to have some fun games and
drills in a relaxed and supervised environment. These sessions are ideal for players
of all abilities whether you are new and want to enjoy your first badminton
experience or have played before. These taster sessions are designed for everyone
to benefit, enjoy and develop their skills and game.
Dates.
Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 April.
Age.
8 years +.
Times.
14:00 - 16:00.
Cost.
Free.
Venue.
Kirkwall Grammar School Sports Centre.
Multi Sports Sessions
An opportunity for P1-3 children to take part in various sporting activities. A variety of
Commonwealth Sports will be on offer along with other popular sporting activities. An
ideal opportunity to introduce your child to the world of sport.
Dates.
Thursday 9 and Friday 10 April.
Age.
Primary 1 - 3.
Times.
10:30 - 11:30.
Cost.
Free.
Venue.
Kirkwall Grammar School Sports Centre.
Booking for Hockey, Badminton and Multi-Sports
Register on the day. (Parental consent form must be completed for each child).
Free Swims
Free Swim sessions are being offered at Stromness Swimming Pool as part of the
Commonwealth Bounce. Just turn up on the day. Pool rules and regulations apply.
Dates.
Thursday 9 and Friday 10 April.
Age.
All ages.
Times.
14:00 - 17:00.
Cost.
Free.
Venue.
Stromness Swimming Pool.
No Booking Required.
Outdoor Education
Archery
Learn the basics and get shooting! Real bows, real arrows, real fun! It doesn't take
long to get the hang of using our top quality gear, once you're on target it's
competition time! Perfect for beginners or those with experience, join us to shoot
some arrows.
Dates.
Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 April.
Age.
8+ years.
Times.
10:00 - 12:00.
Cost.
£4.00 per session.
Venue.
Orkney Riding Centre.
Limited spaces available.
Bush Craft
An opportunity to learn and develop ancient skills in fire lighting, shelter building and
plant and tree identification.
Dates.
Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 April.
Age.
8+ years.
Times.
13:30 - 14:30.
Cost.
£4.00 per session.
Venue.
Kirkwall Grammar School and Papdale Gardens.
Limited spaces available.
Bike Camp
Our Bike Camp is aimed at the adventurous biker. During this camp participants will
have the opportunity to learn and practice various off and on road biking skills in
various terrains.
Dates.
Wednesday 8 April.
Age.
Primary 6 - Secondary 3.
Times.
10:30 - 14:30.
Cost.
£20 - this includes hire of Mountain Bikes.
Venue.
Dounby Primary School.
You need to bring a packed lunch with you and suitable clothing for cycling outdoors.
Limited spaces available.
Booking for Archery, Bush Craft, Bike Camp
These activities must be booked in advance through Customer Services at Orkney
Islands Council - Telephone 01856873535 or e mail
[email protected].
Kirkwall Grammar School Activities
Boxercise
Boxercise is a fun, challenging and safe activity, based on the training concepts
boxers use to keep fit. This class may involve shadow-boxing, skipping, hitting pads,
press-ups, shuttle-runs and sit-ups. These taster sessions are aimed at 8+ years
whatever their fitness or gender.
Please Note, this class involves no physical hitting of any opponent.
Dates.
Thursday 9 and Friday 10 April.
Age.
8+ years.
Times.
12:00 - 12:45.
Cost.
£2.50 per session.
Venue.
Kirkwall Grammar School.
Booking for Boxercise
These activities must be booked in advance through Customer Services at Orkney
Islands Council - Telephone 873535 or e mail [email protected].
Bouncy Castle and Fun Games Session
Participants will have the opportunity to play on the Bouncy Castle and take part in a
variety of fun games.
Dates.
Monday 6, Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 April.
Age.
Primary 1 - 3.
Times.
10:30 - 12:00.
Cost.
£2.00 per session.
Venue.
Kirkwall Grammar School.
Booking
Register on the day. (Parental consent form must be completed for each child).
Ross County Football Club
Football Camp
Dates.
Monday 30, Tuesday 31 March and Wednesday 1 April.
Age Groups.
Time.
Cost.
3 - 4 years.
09:15 - 10:00.
£12.00.
5 - 8 years.
10:15 - 12:15.
£24.00.
9 - 15 years.
10:15 - 12:15.
£24.00.
Venue.
Kirkwall Grammar School 3G Football pitch.
Preschool/nursery group session will be held indoors or outdoors, weather
dependant).
50% sibling discount for more than 1 child.
Booking
Book on line at: www.rosscountyfootballclub.co.uk or Contact 01349 860860 /
860862 or [email protected].
Orkney Rugby Club
Easter Rugby Activity Day
A fun day of activity for primary school aged children to keep up their skills during the
holidays. Local coaches will be there to deliver opportunities to improve skills and
enjoy some fun games.
Dates.
Friday 3 April.
Age Groups.
Time.
Cost.
Primary 1 - 3.
10:00 - 12:00.
£3.00.
Primary 4 - 7.
13:00 - 15:00.
£3.00.
Venue.
Orkney Rugby Club - Muddisdale Road.
Booking
For more information and application forms contact [email protected] or
download a form from www.orkneyrfc.co.uk.
Stromness Swimming Pool
Public Sessions Extended Opening Times: Monday 6, Wednesday 8 and Friday 10
April 08:30 - 12:00.
Learn 2 Swim Week
Dates
Monday 30 March - Friday 3 April.
Age
5+ years.
Times
11:15 - 11:45.
11:50 - 12:20.
Cost
£18.50.
Venue
Stromness Swimming Pool.
Please advise staff, which class your child should enrol in.
Beginners class - aimed at children who lack water confidence and require
assistance in the water.
Just Able class - aimed at children who can submerge and move unaided in shallow
water.
Deepwater confidence class - aimed at children who are confident in shallow water
and are ready to progress into deep water and attempt the ‘triple S deepender’
award.
Booking
For more information and to book a place contact: Stromness Swimming Pool
01856850552 or ask at reception.
Family Fun Sessions
Come along and have some fun at our family session. Please check on our
Facebook page as to which activity is on offer on the day.
Dates
Tuesday 31 March and 7 April.
Age
Up to S2 only (Admission policy applies. Ask at Reception for details).
Times
14:00 - 17:30.
Cost
Normal admission rates apply.
Venue
Stromness Swimming Pool.
Booking.
No booking required. For more information contact: Stromness Swimming Pool on
01856850552.
Stromness Community Centre
Craft and Bouncy Castle Sessions
Come along make some Easter crafts and have some fun on the Bouncy Castle.
Dates
Monday 30, Tuesday 31 March, Wednesday 1, Thursday 2 and Friday
3 April.
Age
11 years and under.
Times
10:00 - 12:00.
Cost
£2.00 per session.
Venue
Stromness Community Centre.
Please Note: Children under 5 years must be accompanied by an adult.
These sessions will be run in conjunction with West Mainland Youth Achievement
and Dynamic Youth Group. Bring a snack or money for a snack.
Booking
No booking necessary. Register on the day.