BVAL June Half Term Activities 2012

BVAL

June

Half Term Holiday Programme 6th - 8th June 2012

www.bval.co.uk

Contents and Events Contents

Page

Blyth

3-4

Cramlington

5-6

Seaton Valley

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Morpeth

8

Ashington

9-10

Newbiggin

11

Ability 2 Play

12

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l Follow us on Twitter @BVAL_MAKEAMOVE so we can tweet you when the programme is out!

l Email us at make-a-move@bval.co.uk and we will add you to our distribution list to receive the holiday programme early.

NEW Holiday Card A new way to book your holiday activities!

Complete the holiday card registration form on page 18, hand in to any BVAL sports centre reception and receive your NEW holiday card. This will allow you to book on any future activities using this card without having to complete any further registration forms*.

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Blyth Activities Water Walkerz Ever thought about walking on water?

Not only can you walk, you can run, jump and flip in these spheres and all without getting wet!

Holiday Pool timetable Monday 4th (BH)

9.00am-10.00am 10.00am- 1.30pm

Adults only Public Session

Tuesday 5th (BH)

9.00am-10.00am 10.00am- 1.30pm

Adults only Public Session

Wednesday 6th

7.30am-10.00am Adults only 10.00am- 3.45pm Public Session 5.15pm - 7.30pm Public Session (Please note the pool will be closed 3.45pm – 5.15pm)

Thursday 7th

7.30am-10.00am 10.00am- 6.30pm 6.40pm-8.00pm

Adults only Public Session Ladies Only

Friday 8th

7.30am-10.00am 10.00am- 7.30pm

Adults only Public Session

Saturday 9th

9.00am-10.00am 10.00am-1.30pm 1.45pm-4.00pm

Adults only Public session Available for Parties

Sunday 10th

9.00am-10.00am 10.00am-1.30pm 1.45pm-4.00pm

Adults only Public session Available for Parties

Wednesday – Friday 1.00pm – 2.00pm £3.50/£4.25

National Family Week Monday 4 June – Sunday 10 June Celebrate National Family Week by bringing the whole family along to Blyth Swimming Pool.

Parties are subject to availability and correct on date of press.

Inflatable Sessions Wednesday – Friday Saturday and Sunday

Diving Board Wednesday - Friday 12.00nn – 1.00pm

10.45am – 11.45am 11.00am -12.00nn

Family Pass only £7.60 between the 4-10 June 2012 (2 Adults and up to 4 children) .

Learn to Swim Course A great opportunity to help your child gain confidence in the water in this intensive 2 sessions. Designed for children aged 5 years and upwards. Book today at reception.

Thursday 7 and Friday 8 June 9.45am – 10.45am £15.60/£19.60 per course

Flip n Fun! A great opportunity to learn to dive. Participants must be age 7years or above and must hold a 50m badge (Key 6 or above).

Friday 08 June 11.00am – 12.00nn £3.50/£4.25 Must Book

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Blyth Activities Wednesday 6th 10.00am-12.00nn 3.45pm–5.00pm 1.00pm–5.00pm

Bumpas Teen Gym Have a Blast

5-8yrs £3.00/£4.00 14-16yrs £2.10/£2.60 8-16yrs £15 See Advert

must book turn up must book

Blyth Sports Centre Blyth Sports Centre Blyth Sports Centre

Bumpas Learn to Swim Woody’s Woodland Picnic (Little Squirrels Soft Play) Interactive Virtual Sports (Wii/ Xbox)

5-8yrs 5yrs + 2-7yrs

£3.00/£4.00 £15.60/£19.60 £4 See Advert

must book must book must book

Blyth Sports Centre Blyth Sports Centre Blyth Sports Centre

8-16yrs

£3

must book

Blyth Sports Centre

5yrs + 7yrs +

£15.60/£19.60 £3.50/£4.25

must book must book

Blyth Sports Centre Blyth Sports Centre

Thursday 7th 10.00am-12.00nn 9.45am-10.45am 12.00nn–1.30pm 12.00nn–1.30pm

Friday 8th 9.45am-10.45am Learn to Swim 11.00am- 12.00nn Flip n Fun!

Woody's Woodland Picnic Thursday 07 June

12nn-1.30pm

Must Book

£4

Woody the Squirrel is having a picnic – Meet Woody, play on the soft play and enjoy a picnic from BVAL Catering Service.

Children's Picnic Menu – Cheese and Tomato Pizza Bread, Cheese cubes and small hotdog sausage, Fruit Bag, Drink and Chocolate nest.

Bookings are now been taken at Blyth Sports Centre and places for the picnic must be booked by Friday 01 June. Only food bought from Blyth Sports Centre may be taken into Little Squirrels.

Have a

Blast

Wednesday 06 June 1-5pm 4 hrs of non stop action! Cost £15.00 Enjoy all the fun of paintball without the pain and the mess as well as trampolining, wii/xbox and then cool off with an inflatable swim.

Must Book by Friday 01 June. Book early to avoid disappointment.

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Cramlington Activities

Supported by

Cramlington

Town Council

Concordia Leisure Centre Pool timetable Concordia Leisure Centre Monday

9.00am - 3.30pm

Splashtime

Tuesday

9.00am - 3.30pm

Splashtime

Wednesday 7.00am 9.00am 10.00am 7.30pm -

9.00am 10.00am 7.30pm 9.00pm

Early Birds Staff Training Splashtime Adults Only

Thursday

7.00am - 9.00am 9.00am - 10.15am 10.15am - 7.30pm 7.30pm - 9.00pm

Early Birds Parent and Toddler Splashtime Adults Only

Friday

7.00am - 9.00am 9.00am - 8.00pm

Early Birds Splashtime

Saturday

8.30am - 3.30pm 3.34pm - 4.45pm 5.00pm - 6.00pm

Family Funtime Available for Parties Available for Parties

Sunday

8.30am - 5.30pm

Family Funtime

The Zoo Concordia Monday – Sunday: Sessions every hour and a half from 9.00am - 4.30pm * Bank Holiday times 9-3pm Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th June Come visit and enjoy our spectacular play area at Concordia Leisure Centre, The Zoo! Children can indulge in the use of some fantastic new equipment including inflatables, slides, climbing frames, houses, mini seesaws, soft play shapes and the exciting Meercat Den. And look out for our new Animal 2012 jumping fun.

The Zoo is an ideal venue for children smaller than the Zoo Keeper (1.2m). Meanwhile, as kids are having a ball, mums and dads can relax in the adjoining caged cafĂŠ, in full view of their little ones!

The Zoo is also available for private hire, contact reception for further details.

Please note during the Early Bird sessions parts of the pool may be used for teaching.

Parties are subject to availability and correct on date of press.

Concordia Leisure Centre

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Cramlington Activities

Supported by

Cramlington

Town Council

NORTHBURN Wednesday 6th 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-12.00nn 1.00pm-3.00pm 2.30pm-3.30pm 3.30pm-4.30pm

Diddy Camp Multi Sports Dodgeball Dodgeball Multi Sports

3-10yrs 8-14yrs 7yrs + 6-14yrs 6-14yrs

£4.50 £2.10/£2.60 £2 £1 £1

must book turn up must book must book turn up

Northburn Concordia Northburn Sporting Club Cramlington Sporting Club Cramlington

Snorkelling Multi Sports Diddy Camp Trampolines Football Camp Cricket

6yrs + 8-14yrs 3-10yrs 8-14yrs 5-12yrs 8-14yrs

£4/£5 £2.10/£2.60 £4.50 £4/£5 £2 £3

must book turn up must book must book must book must book

Concordia Concordia Northburn Concordia Northburn Sporting Club Cramlington

Diddy Camp 1 Day Dance Camp Trampolines Football Camp

3-10yrs 6-16yrs 8-14yrs 5-12yrs

£4.50 £5 £4/£5 £2

must book must book must book must book

Northburn Sporting Club Cramlington Concordia Northburn

Thursday 7th 9.00am-9.30am 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-12.00nn 1.00pm-3.00pm 1.00pm-3.00pm 1.00pm-3.00pm

Friday 8th 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-3.00pm 1.00pm-3.00pm 1.00pm-3.00pm

COMING SOON IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS Look out for our fantastic summer holiday swimming promotion where a one off payment gets you a Junior Summer Swim Pass.

Unlimited swimming for 8-17 year olds during public sessions in the summer holidays.

Passes will include entry to Ashington Leisure Centre, Blyth Sports Centre and Concordia Leisure Centre during public swimming sessions

Parties and Events - a venue for all occasions We cater for a wide range of events at our sites from birthdays, celebrations, engagements, weddings, christening and conferences.

Contact your chosen site for availability: Ashington Leisure Centre 01670 532380 Blyth Sports Centre 01670 542579 Concordia Leisure Centre 01670 542569 Newbiggin Sports Centre 01670 532348 Activities cannot be booked through these numbers.

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Seaton Valley Activities

Supported by

Seaton Valley Council A Community Council

Wednesday 6th 10.00am-11.00am 11.00am-12.00nn 4.00pm-5.00pm 5.00pm-6.00pm 5.00pm-6.00pm

Dodgeball Waveboarding Club 6-10 Hula Hoop Dance Skipping

6yrs + 6yrs + 6 – 10yrs 6yrs + 6yrs +

free free 50p free free

turn up turn up turn up turn up turn up

Holywell First School Holywell First School Seaton Sluice Community Centre Seaton Sluice Community Centre Astley Park Pavilion, Seaton Delaval

8yrs + 8yrs + 8yrs +

free free free

turn up turn up turn up

New Hartley Community Park New Hartley Community Park Seaton Delaval & Holywell Community Centre

6yrs + 6yrs +

free free

turn up turn up

Seghill Institute Seghill Institute

Thursday 7th 10.00am-11.00am Football 11.00am-12.00nn Cricket 3:30pm-4:30pm Archery

Friday 8th 10.00am-11.00am Dodgeball 11.00am-12.00nn Skipping

Seaton Valley Community Clubs Skipping Club Astley Park Pavilion, Seaton Delaval Wednesday nights 5:00pm – 6:00pm Club 6-10 Seaton Sluice Community Centre Wednesday nights 4:00pm – 5:00pm Hula Hoop Dance Seaton Sluice Community Centre Wednesday nights 5:00pm – 6:00pm Boxercise Astley Park Pavilion, Seaton Delaval Thursday nights 5:00pm – 6:00pm Archery Seaton Delaval & Holywell Community Centre Thursdays 3:30 – 4:30pm

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Morpeth Activities

Supported by

The Pegasus Centre

Living the dream

Wednesday 6th 10.00am-2.00pm 10.00am-3.00pm

Diamond Jubilee 2012 Archery Contest 1 Day Dance Camp

All ages 6-16yrs

£3 £5

must book must book

Pegasus Centre (Please see below) Longhorsley Hall

5-19yrs

£3

must book

Plessey Woods Country Park

Thursday 7th 10.00am - 2.00pm Plessey Woods Team Challenge Event

Friday 8th 9.00am-4.00pm 10.00am-12.00nn

Kielder Mountain Biking Adventure Cricket

12 yrs+ £10 must book 8-14yrs £3 turn up

Kielder Forrest Longhirst Cricket Club, Morpeth

The Pegasus Centre

Living the dream Diamond Jubilee 2012 Archery contest Come and take part in the South East Northumberland entry level archery tournament, come dressed up in 1950’s - 1960’s costume (not compulsory) and see how you shoot through the tournament. There will be Prizes for winners of various categories U12, U14, U16, U18 U25’s and O25’s. The day will include coaching and practice before the tournament starts. The Pegasus Centre will be packed with activities for you to try while watching or eating from our BBq - Limited spaces. Please book promptly to avoid disappointment and see who takes the prizes home!!!

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Ashington Activities Ashington Leisure Centre Swimming Pool Timetable Main Pool

Learner Pool

Monday

10.00am-4.00pm

Public

Monday

10.00am-4.00pm

Public

Tuesday

10.00am-4.00pm

Public

Tuesday

10.00am-4.00pm

Public

Wednesday

7.00am-8.45am 9.45am-12.00nn 12.00nn–1.45pm 2.00pm-3.00pm 3.00pm-4.00pm 4.15pm-7.00pm 7.00pm-8.00pm 9.00pm-10.00pm

Early Bird Swim Public Adult Lane Swim Inflatable Inflatable Public Aqua Fit Adult Swim

Wednesday

10.00am-7.00pm

Public

Thursday

10.00am-6.30pm

Public

Friday

10.00am-6.30pm

Public

Saturday

9.00am-4.00pm 4.00pm-5.00pm 5.30pm-7.00pm

Public Party Booking Family Session

Thursday

7.00am-8.45am 9.45am-12.00nn 12.00nn–1.45pm 2.00pm-6.30pm 9.00pm-10.00pm

Early Bird Swim Public Adult Lane Swim Public Adult Swim

Sunday

9.00am-12.00nn 12.00nn-3.30pm 3.30pm-4.30pm 4.45pm-5.45pm

Family Session Public Party Booking Party Booking

Friday

7.00am-8.45am 9.45am-12.00nn 12.00nn–1.45pm 2.30pm-3.30pm 3.30pm-6.45pm

Early Bird Swim Public Session Adult Lane Swim Over 50 Swim Public

Saturday

9.00am-1.15pm 1.30pm-2.30pm 2.30pm-3.30pm 3.45pm-5.30pm 5.30pm-7.00pm

Public Inflatable Inflatable Public Family Session

Sunday

9.00am-12.00nn 12.00nn-3.30pm 3.30pm-4.30pm 4.45pm-5.45pm

Family Session Public Party Booking Party Booking

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Ashington Activities Wednesday 6th 8.45am-9.15am 9.00am-9.30am 9.15am-9.45am 9.30am-10.00am 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-4.00pm

Snorkelling Course Learn To Swim Course Learn To Swim Course Learn To Swim Course Wacky Weekday Juniors Wacky Weekdays

25m+ 4-6yrs 10m+ 6yrs+ 5-7yrs 8-16yrs

£11.10 £11.10 £11.10 £11.10 £2 £7

must book must book must book must book must book must book

Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre

Snorkelling Course Learn To Swim Course Learn To Swim Course Learn To Swim Course Archery Wacky Weekday Juniors Cricket Wacky Weekdays Trampolining Trampolining Virtual Dance Mats

25m+ 4-6yrs 10m+ 6yrs+ 8-16yrs 5-7yrs 8-14yrs 8-16yrs 8-16yrs 8-16yrs 8-16yrs

£11.10 £11.10 £11.10 £11.10 £2 £2 £3 £7 £2.70 £2.70 £1

must book must book must book must book must book must book must book must book must book must book must book

Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Cricket Club Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre

Snorkelling Course Learn To Swim Course Learn To Swim Course Learn To Swim Course Wacky Weekday Juniors Wacky Weekdays

25m+ 4-6yrs 10m+ 6yrs+ 5-7yrs 8-16yrs

£11.10 £11.10 £11.10 £11.10 £2 £7

must book must book must book must book must book must book

Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre Ashington Leisure Centre

Thursday 7th 8.45am-9.15am 9.00am-9.30am 9.15am-9.45am 9.30am-10.00am 10.00am-11.00am 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-4.00pm 1.00pm-2.00pm 2.00pm-3.00pm 3.00pm-4.00pm

Friday 8th 8.45am-9.15am 9.00am-9.30am 9.15am-9.45am 9.30am-10.00am 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-4.00pm

Sign up to our mailing list to receive the holiday programme early by emailing make-a-move@bval.co.uk You can book activities early and avoid any disappointment.

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Newbiggin Activities

Supported by

Wednesday 6th 10.00am-12.00nn 1.00pm-2.00pm 2.00pm-4.00pm

Badminton Butokokan Judo Football Tournament

8-16yrs 5yrs + 8-12yrs

free ÂŁ2.00 free

must book must book must book

Newbiggin Sports Centre Newbiggin Sports Centre Central Park, Newbiggin

Beach Games 1 Day Dance Camp Dodgeball Multi Sport Club

8-16yrs 6-16yrs 6-14yrs 6-14yrs

free free free free

turn up must book must book turn up

Newbiggin Beach Newbiggin Sports Centre Newbiggin Sports Centre Newbiggin Sports Centre

Beach Games Cricket

8-16yrs 8-16yrs

free free

turn up must book

Newbiggin Beach Newbiggin Sports Centre

Thursday 7th 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-3.00pm 2.30pm-3.30pm 3.30pm-4.30pm

Friday 8th 10.00am-12.00nn 1.00pm-3.00pm

Check out the Give It a Go taster sessions in a wide range of Olympic Sports. Go to www.northumberland.gov.uk for further details and information on the Give It A Go taster sessions.

Sports include: Football Badminton Handball Archery

Boxing Athletics

And many more ‌.

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Triathlon Rowing

Ability 2 Play Activities Wednesday 6th 10.00am-12.00nn 10.00am-12.00nn 10.30am-2.30pm 1.00pm-3.00pm 1.00pm-3.00pm

NUFC Football Camp Paddle Sports Dance Camp Freestyle Cricket Camp

8-19 yrs 8-19 yrs 5-17 yrs 3-10 yrs 8-19 yrs

£2 £2 £4 £2 £2

must book must book must book must book must book

Blyth Sports Centre QE2 Lake, Ashington Dave Stevenson, Blyth Northburn Blyth Sports Centre

NUFC Football Camp Dance Camp Cricket Camp

8-19 yrs 5-17 yrs 8-19 yrs

£2 £4 £2

must book must book must book

Blyth Sports Centre Dave Stevenson, Blyth Blyth Sports Centre

NUFC Football Camp Snooker

8-19 yrs 8-19 yrs

£2 £2

must book must book

Blyth Sports Centre Ashington Leisure Centre

Thursday 7th 10.00am-12.00nn 10.30am-2.30pm 1.00pm-3.00pm

Friday 8th 10.00am-12.00nn 1.00pm-3.00pm

For more information on disability sports or any of the A2P activities please contact Ronnie Scheu at rscheu@bval.co.uk or 07889320377 Ability 2 Play is activities for young people with disabilities.

Ability to Play Camps Football Camp with NUFC Coaches Great chance to improve your skills with Newcastle United Coaches.

6th, 7th and 8th June 10:00am 12:00nn Blyth Sports Centre.

Only £2 per session.

Dance Camp 6th and 7th June 10:00am - 12:00nn Dave Stephenson Centre Blyth.

Only £2 a session.

Cricket Camp 6th and 7th of June 1:00pm - 3:00pm Blyth Sports Centre. Only £2 a session.

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Activity Descriptions

Ability 2 Play Activities

Cricket

Rock Climbing

This session runs every week including term time. Come and test your skills and join in the action. This is an indoor activity.

Come and try some new routes on our fantastic indoor climbing wall. Have fun and improve your confidence in the sport of climbing. Learn new knots and climbing skills. Take up the challenge and book soon.

Don't miss the chance!

Playland

Bowling Enjoy 2 hours of non stop bowling action at the fantastic Wentworh Bowl in Hexham.

Bus leaves Blyth Sports Centre at 9am or alternatively you can meet us at Wentworth Sports Centre at 10am.

Football This session runs every week including term time, come down and join in the action. This is an indoor session.

We have removed the age and height restrictions for playland to give children and young people of all abilities the chance to enjoy our new soft play area in a fun ad safe environment.

Laser Battlefield Come and enjoy all the fun of paintballing without the pain. Come and shoot your friends in a multitude of team games and tasks. This is an indoor activity and all equipment is provided.

Archery Play Rangers 2 action packed hours of non stop play with our fantastic Play Ranger Team. Come along and join in the fun. This is an indoor play activity.

Freestyle A fantastic session where parents, children and siblings are invited to attend and join in together. The age range is 3-10 yrs but older siblings are welcome. Activities include xbox, soft play, multi-sports and dino pedal karts.

This is a chance for young people to test their accuracy and tackle the art of archery.

This activity requires a certain amount of upper body strength. Please war a long sleeved top. All equipment is provided.

Inflatable Fun 2 hours of non stop action in the pool. Test your balance along our fantastic inflatables or just come along to have a splash about and swim with your friends. Children must be able to confidently swim 25 meters or be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Table Cricket This new and popular game is a fantastic version of cricket. This activity is suitable for people with mobility issues. All are welcome.

Athletics It's a great time to get involved in athletics.

With the Olympics and Paralympics this year come and take part in various disciplines of athletics from throwing to running and jumping. This is a structured session delivered by Northumberland Athletics Network coaches.

Snooker Are you the next Rocket Ronnie O'Sullivan.

Come and test your potting accuracy on our full sized snooker tables.

NUFC Football Camp Ability 2 Play has teamed up with the NUFC Football Foundation to bring you a series of football camps. Come and learn from the coaches who teach the pros. Please wear suitable clothing and bring plenty to drink.

Match day prizes to the best improved players. Camps running in various locations throughout Northumberland.

Dance Camp

Pegasus Adventure Come and have a fun packed day out at the magnificent Pegasus Riding Centre. The day will include activities such as horse riding/grooming, dino karting, camp crafts, archery, problem solving and much more.

Are you up for the challenge? Bus will pick up from Blyth Sports Centre at 9.30am and return approx 3.30pm or you can meet us at the Pegasus Centre at 10am. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and bring your own packed lunch. Note weight restrictions apply for horse riding. For more information contact Ronnie Scheu.

Paddle Sports Come and enjoy a fun filled day paddling along one of Northumberland's beautiful rivers. Parents are welcome to join in the fun. Please bring a dry change of clothes and all participants must be able to swim 50 meters.

Racket Sports Test your hand-eye coordination in various racket sports such as tennis and badminton.

Trained coaches will help you to improve your technique in various skill and game challenges. This is an indoor session.

Please bring plenty to drink.

Cinema Special All the fun and excitement of the cinema brought to your doorstep. Come and watch the award winning HUGO on our magnificent big screen. Popcorn and Pic n Mix are available at a discounted rate. Parents are welcome to stay free of charge. Under 8's are also welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

You are invited to join our amazing MOVE IT Community dance team. Stay for the day and learn fresh, funky new routines. Places =must be booked in advance. You must brink your own packed lunch and drinks.

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Ability to Play

Activity Descriptions Archery

Indoor Climbing

This is a chance for young people to tackle the art of archery.

Please wear a long sleeved top. All equipment is supplied.

Please wear loose warm comfortable clothing (no jeans!). Bring a water bottle and trainers or a similar type of footwear. A limited number of climbing shoes for hire are available. All safety equipment is provided including helmets and harness.

Athletics Camp It's a great time to get involved in athletics. With the Olympics this year come and take part in all disciplines of athletics from throwing jumping and running. These are structured sessions delivered by the Northumberland athletics network coaches.

A great opportunity to help your child gain confidence in the water in this intensive week course. Designed for children aged 6 years & upwards. Book today at reception.

Badminton

Outdoor Climbing

Either enjoy a game of badminton or learn all about the sport from a qualified badminton coach.

A great opportunity to rock climb in a fantastic location in Northumberland. Transport is provided (Pick up at Blyth Sports Centre 8.45am, Concordia Leisure Centre 9.00am, Ashington Leisure Centre 9.15am and Morpeth Leisure Centre 9.30am).

Bring a packed lunch with you. ÂŁ10 for each participant aged between 6-18yrs. Adults attend for FREE when accompanying participants. Contact Luis Perales on 07540412087 for further information.

Boot Camp Boot Camp provides a fun and challenging way to improve your fitness. Come and take part in our assault circuits, other army type drills and team building tasks to challenge your condition and ability.

Bumpas Fun Club (Children aged 5-8 years old) Based in our Nursery, an ideal chance for smaller children to experience a range of games and activities with children of a similar age and size. All children receive a name badge on entry and the session is fully supervised. Children in this club are not allowed in the swimming pool and should be met by their parents in the foyer at the end of each session.

Cricket Come along and learn the fundamentals of cricket. Our coaches will introduce new and develop existing basic cricket skills.

Diddy Camp This is a fun session for younger children involving a variety of games to encourage healthier lifestyles. Activities will include multi-skills, Diddy soccer, soft play, cooking, boxing and many more fun games.

Dodgeball Duck, Dodge, Dive, and defend! It is exciting, entertaining and a great sport to play with friends.

Football Camp Learn new skills and tricks and compete in small sided games at the end of each session.

Gymnastics This is an opportunity to try gymnastics in a fun and safe environment. You will have the opportunity to swing around the bars, test your balance on a 4 inch beam, vault over a big table, learn how to do cartwheels and tumble down an 18 metre long fast air track.

*Learn to Swim

Move it Community Dance You are invited to join our amazing MOVE IT Community Dance Camp! Stay for the day and learn fresh, funky routines ready to perform at our Dance Camp Showcase!

Drop the children off, have peace of mind that they are having fun in a safe environment and then come along to enjoy their performance! Please note, lunch is not provided so please bring a packed lunch and a bottle of water.

Multi Sport/ Multi Sport Club All sessions offer a range of sporting and purposeful play activities in a safe, fun and friendly environment. These sessions also provide a taster into play and various sports, and give young people the opportunity to learn new skills, meet new friends and most importantly have an enjoyable time. Equipment for all sessions will be provided. Please note outdoor sessions are weather permitting and we reserve the right to cancel sessions if the minimum number of participants is not met.

Mountain Biking All equipment is provided so just book your place, be prepared to get muddy and enjoy!

Paddle Sports Fancy taking a trip down the river these holidays? Well you can with Morpeth Paddlesport Club. Our coach will teach you all the basic skills needed to paddle on River Wansbeck. Please bring spare clothes and a towel! Meet behind Riverside Leisure Centre Morpeth next to the river.

Soft Play Our soft play sessions will be open for children under the height of 1.2metres. (Under 5 's only at Blyth Sports Centre)

Snorkelling This is an excellent class available to children who can SWIM 25M CONFIDENTLY. Please ensure children are here 15mins prior to this session.

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Activity Descriptions Teen Gym

Wacky Weekdays Juniors

This is a chance to access the gym and find out how to use the equipment. A qualified gym instructor will supervise the session.

Before using the gym you must have an induction in this allocated time.

A fully supervised action packed day for juniors. Take part in a range of fun active sport and play games.

*Trampoline Coaching These sessions are led by a qualified instructor and are designed to give youngsters the opportunity to experience trampolining. All children must wear socks & if possible, comfortable clothing. It is recommended that you bring a drink. No cans please!

Trampolining Book your place and come along and bounce for fun. This session is aimed at beginners to experience the thrill of trampolining or for those that just want a bounce!!

Virtual Dance Mats Dance mats - Just like in the arcade, virtual dance mats test your ability in movement to music. Doesn't matter whether you are a great dancer or beginner, you will enjoy virtual dance mats.

Wacky Weekdays A fully supervised action packed day, filled with activities such as football, dodgeball, racket sports, arts and crafts, virtual dance mats, and more. Weather permitting activities will take place in and outdoors. Bring a packed lunch! All this for a wacky cost and free use of the inflatables between 3.00pm – 4.00pm.

Pegasus Easter adventure Come and have a fun-packed day out at the magnificent Pegasus Centre. The day will include the opportunity to take part in horseriding, pony-care, kart rides, archery, problem-solving and similar activities. Are you ready for a bit of adventure?

To take part, you must contact the Pegasus Centre to obtain and complete an application form: telephone (01670) 518219.

Plessey Easter Outdoor Festival 12 April 2012 Loads of fun in the park from early in the morning with the Bungee trampoline set up for you to make your favourite moves, puzzles and games. Build your own rocket competition, face painting, Dyno karts, and much more, and of course the popular Plessey woods Easter duck Race, fun guaranteed!!

Plessey woods Outdoor Challenge Festival 7th June Outdoor Challenge Festival day will be fun activities for all, thrilling courses and challenges with mountain bike training and races, problem solving for individual and team tasks, navigation and much more. Come and join us for a great day in Plessy woods !!!

Water Walkerz Ever thought about walking on water? Well now you can, thanks to our new water walkerz! Not only can you walk on water, you can run, jump, and flip in these spheres and all without getting wet! * These sessions are one week courses and participants must attend all days. Sessions have limited places. We reserve the right to cancel any course/activity if the minimum number of bookees required is not met.

Diamond Jubilee 2012 Archery contest Come and take part in the South East Northumberland entry level archery tournament, come dressed up in 1950’s - 1960’s costume (not compulsory) and see how you shoot through the tournament. There will be Prizes for winners of various categories U12, U14, U16, U18 U25’s and O25’s. The day will include coaching and practice before the tournament starts. The Pegasus centre will be packed with activities for you to try while watching or eating from our BBq - Limited spaces. Please book promptly to avoid disappointment and see who takes the prizes home!!!

Pricing Where there are two costs, the first is member price and the second is non member price. For more information on membership contact any sport centre reception. Or visit our website www.bval.co.uk.

We recommend that children wear old “non designer” clothes for all activities and that valuables and possessions should never be left unattended. * These sessions are one week courses and participants must attend all days. Sessions have limited places. We reserve the right to cancel any course/activity if the minimum number of bookees required is not met.

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Registration form

NEW HOLIDAY CARD: How to get one?

Step 1 Complete the holiday registration card form and hand in to any BVAL reception to receive your new card.

Step 2 Bookings can be made at Blyth Sports Centre, Concordia Leisure Centre, Ashington Leisure Centre or Newbiggin Sport and Community Centre prior to the day of activity.

Step 3 Now that you have your card you will be able to book onto to any MUST BOOK session in future holidays using your card.

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Holiday Card Registration Form For a free BVAL holiday card for your child please complete the registration form below and hand into reception at any BVAL centre. Once the form is completed you will be given a card which will enable your child to book onto all future holiday activities.

Name of child: ...................................................................

Male

o Female o

Contact Name ....................................................................

DOB: ........................................

AGE: .................

School Attending: ...................................................

Tel ..........................................................................

Emergency contact name and numbers ...............................................................................................................................

Email address .....................................................................................................................................................................

Address ................................................................................................................................. Postcode .............................

Does your child have any medical conditions/allergies?

Or take any medication which we should know about?

Yes

o No o

If yes, please specify ..........................................................................................................................................................

Do you consider your child to have a disability?

Yes

o No o

If yes, please give details ....................................................................................................................................................

Ethnic Origin (please circle the appropriate) White Asian-Pakistani

Black - Caribbean / African / Caribbean / UK / Other Asian-Bangladeshi Asian-Chinese

Asian-Indian Other (please specify)

Religion .................................... How did you find out about BVAL? ....................................................................................

I hereby give consent for my child to be given a BVAL holiday card which will enable my child to be able to attend future activities organised by BVAL. I will keep BVAL up to date with any changes to my child's details eg medical conditions etc.

I understand that while involved in the delivery of these activities personnel will take every reasonable precaution to ensure that accidents do not happen, they cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage or injury suffered by my child.

I give my consent that in an emergency situation, BVAL may act in my place, (in loco parentis), if the need arises for the administration of emergency first aid and / or other medical treatment which in the opinion of a qualified medical practitioner may be necessary. I also understand that in such an occurrence all reasonable steps will be taken to contact me as the relevant parent / legal guardian.

I am aware that during activities photographs and videos may be taken for promotional use (including the internet) by BVAL and agencies working in partnership with BVAL (If not in agreement please enclose a letter stating this).

In accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 the information you give us will be held on our database for the purpose of supplying you with information regarding future activities and for monitoring your attendance and evaluating the programme.

If you do not wish to receive this information please tick this box

o

Signed ......................................................................... Parent/Guardian/Carer

Date .....................................................

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