Easter holiday activity programme

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April 2012 ProgrammeCome and join Lancaster City Council for two weeks of activities that areguaranteed to keep you busy during the Easter holiday.

Spring is upon us and what better way to spend your Easter holiday than dashingoutdoors and taking part in one of our exciting activities on offer in the Lancaster andMorecambe area?

Many of our activities have an sporty theme as we lookforward to the London 2012 Olympic and ParalympicGames. Why not try new activities such as badminton,distance Olympic swim and Olympic t-shirt designing? They'llall get you in the mood for when the 'greatest show onearth' arrives in the UK this summer.

How to use this guide The details for all of our holiday activities can be foundin this brochure, listed in both A to Z format and in a dayby day format. The back page also has an ‘at a glance’section that lists all the activities in date order.

Please note that each workshop has differentrequirements e.g. age, specific clothing, venues varyand transport is sometimes provided. Please see eachworkshop individually. Please also note that due to someworkshops being outdoors they are weather dependantand can be cancelled on the day. If you are concerned onthe day if a particular activity is running or not, pleasecontact Salt Ayre Sports Centre for confirmation.

Activities for under 8 year oldsThroughout our brochure you will find an increasednumber of workshops for 4 to 7 year olds.

PLEASE NOTE: A responsible adult must stay on site during any workshop for childrenunder 8 years old. Parents are expected to take part with their child in some workshops.

Contents2012 Programme 3

Booking Information 4

A-Z Activity Guide 6

All you need to know

about the activities on offer.

Activity Programme 10

Day-to-day guide to

all the activities on offer.

Booking Form Centre

All bookings MUST be

made by filling in this form.

At A Glance Back

All the activities available

in a quick-to-view format.

3Sports, arts and museum courses for children and young people.

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Booking InformationBookings can be taken in three ways:

• In person (from Monday 12 March)

• By post (from Monday 12 March)

• By phone (from Monday 12 March)

1. To book and pay in person

Bookings with cash and card payments can be made in person by visiting Salt Ayre Sports

Centre between 8am and 9pm Monday to Friday, or between 8am and 6pm Saturday and

Sunday. Be sure to have a fully completed booking form for each applicant and your payment.

2. To book and pay by postal application (no cash, cheques only)

1. Cheques are the only means of payment when applying by post.

2. Firstly, fully complete a booking form (you will find two forms at the centre pages of

this booklet). Use only one form per person.

3. Calculate the cost of the activities booked.

4. Across your cheque, write in words “An amount not to exceed £...”

5. Make the cheque payable to Lancaster City Council and sign the cheque. We will write in the

final amount and send you your receipt.

6. Make sure you have signed and dated the declaration.

This system reduces the number of cheques that may have to be returned to customers, due to

the unavailability of some activities when booking. For example:

3 activities at £6 each = £18

Only two activities available, amount due = £12

Complete the process by placing your cheque(s) and booking form(s) in an envelope and send

to: Holiday Activity Programme, Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS

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Please note that booking is required for all activities in this programmeincluding all FREE activities. Any activities that are provided at Carnforth,

Heysham and Hornby swimming pools must be booked directly with them during their normal opening hours.


3. To book and pay by phone (payments of £5 or more only)To book and pay for your activities by phone, call the Holiday Activity Programme Booking

and Information Line on 01524 842493 – Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm or 01524 847540 –

Monday to Friday, 7am to 8pm and weekends 8am to 6pm. Our friendly staff will guide you

through the booking process. Please have the following details at hand:

• Applicant(s) name and date of birth

• Address and post code

• Contact and emergency telephone number

• Your credit / debit card details

All applicants for the Holiday Activity Programme will require a parent or guardian declaration.

This will be done during your booking.

Additional InformationActivity information - We strongly advise that all participants wear suitable clothing for the

activity that they are due to take part in. Information about suitable clothing or requirements

for each session can be found in pages 10 to 15.

Disabled access - Where possible, we use premises which are fully accessible. If you would like

more information, please do not hesitate to contact the holiday activity team on 01524 582825.

Enquiries and further details - The Holiday Activity Programme Office is based at:

Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS.

To obtain extra brochures or for general enquiries, please contact the Holiday Activity Programme

Information and Booking Line on (01524) 842493. Further booking forms can be downloaded from

the council’s website at www.lancaster.gov.uk/holidayprogramme.

The programme is correct at the time of going to print. However, the organisers reserve the right to make changes. Participationin all the activities is entirely at the participant’s own risk. Lancaster City Council regrets that under no circumstances can refundsbe given, unless the council cancels the activity due to minimum numbers or any unforeseen circumstances.

ACCEPTED CARDS

Aerial extreme - adventure ropes course and safari parkExperience the exciting and exhilarating high adrenaline adventure ropes course with a new state ofthe art safety system. Please note that children MUST be over 1.1m in height to take part in thisactivity. After the ropes course, it's back on the bus to visit the safari park and see lots of animals intheir open environment. This is as close to seeing animals in the wild as you will get!

ArcheryIf you fancy becoming the next Robin Hood, why not come along and try your hand at archery? Wewill teach you all the skills needed to hit the board every time. You will take part in team games,individual games, scoring games and balloon popping. This course is ideal for beginners.

Badge swim sessionsThis is a great opportunity to test your swimming and get rewarded for your effort. You can swim upto 5,000 metres in this session. How far will you get? Badge and certificate are included in the price.These sessions will take place at Hornby Pool and Heysham Pool.

Badminton NEW and FREE!Come along to this exciting indoor badminton session and experience this Olympic sport for yourself.Learn some new skills whilst having a great time.

Beach badminton NEW and FREE!Join us on the beach for an exciting game of badminton. After learning the skills needed, take part ina small competition in the beautiful surroundings of Morecambe Bay.

Beacon Fell orienteering adventureExperience the great outdoors with this fun and friendly orienteering session within the boundaries ofBeacon Fell National Park. With the skills you are taught in the morning you'll be able to tackle theharder course in the afternoon and find your own way around this beautiful woodland park.

Be a zoo keeper Have you got what it takes to become a zoo keeper for the day? Working with our zoo keepers atWilliamson Park you will learn how to look after animals, help feed them and get the Butterfly Houseready for opening. Are you brave enough to handle some of our mini-beasts? This will be a greatmorning for anyone interested in animals.

Bowling bonanza FREE!Bowls is a great sport that's suitable for all. The session teaches you the basics of the game and let'syou test your new skills in a number of fun games and activities.

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Craft and swimJoin us for two hours of arts and crafts followed by one hour of fun in the pool. Make your ownjewellery, handmade greetings cards, bookmarks and many more. We supply all the materials, youprovide the imagination.

Crazy fun and games NEW!Fancy something different this Easter holiday? This fun session includes wacky races, silly relays andother team games such as football and basketball (with an unusual twist). Prizes for the winners aresupplied.

Cycle games If you know how to cycle, then why not try the challenge of playing games whilst riding your bike?Enjoy competing in pairs or in teams with activities such as the slalom and cone-heads to name but afew. Challenge yourself to do the balance box and many more exciting games in this fun and activesession. This session takes place indoors, so the weather can't spoil the fun.

Diving schoolLearn how to dive with our fully qualified swimming teacher. Learn how to perform sitting, standingdives, dive through hoops and dive down to the bottom of the deep end for treasure. All participantsmust be competent in deep water.

DodgeballYou've seen the movie now come and try it for yourself. Not only will you learn and practice the skillsrequired, but this fun and crazy session will allow you to put those skills into a proper Dodgeballgame. So try something a little different and have a really great time.

Extreme sports - indoor skydiving / snowboarding / climbing / lugingCalling all you adrenaline junkies! Test your nerves with two indoor skydives at Airkix (airkix.com)where you'll experience the thrill of skydiving indoors.* After you've landed, it's time to hit theslopes at Chill Factore with an hour of snowboarding lessons, a climbing wall experience and finally areturn to the slopes with a fun luging session. All the activities are supervised by experienced,qualified coaches and all the equipment is supplied.

*To take your skydiving experience to the max, why not dare to try the high-flyer challenge using a 30ft high chamber? If you areup for it, this experience will cost an extra £5 per person on the day.

FencingCome and learn the noble art of fencing and take your first steps to becoming the next Musketeer:“all for one and one for all”. This introductory session will teach you all the correct techniques you willneed to complete the fencing competition at the end of the session. This course is ideal for beginners.

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Did you know? All of our holiday activitiesare run by trained professionals who areexperts at working with young people.Whatever you get up to this half term, restassured that you will be in safe hands!

Fitness swim Swim for fitness with our fully qualified swimming teacher. Increase your stamina, strength andendurance and improve your swimming technique with coaching and advice. Suitable for adults,children and families.

Foam javelin frenzy NEW!Can you throw a javelin as well as Olympians Fatima Whitbread or Steve Backley? Learn thetechnique and try out your skills with our new foam javelins. How far can you throw them?

Football frenzy FREE!This session is a great way to learn new football skills, play some matches and take part in atournament. A perfect activity for anyone who's 'footy' mad!

Handball NEW!Try your hand at this exciting Olympic sport. After learning the skills needed for this fast-paced game,take part in your very own Handball match in Happy Mount Park.

I'm a child… get me out of here!You have seen the TV programme now experience the show for real! Experience bush tucker trials andall the excitement that comes with it. If you're up for a challenge and a laugh this is the activity for you.

Improve your swimming strokeImprove your stroke technique with our fully qualified swimming teacher. Work towards perfectingyour breathing and co-ordination skills covering all four strokes.

Indoor mini tennis Mini tennis is a great way for anyone aged between 4 and 7 years to learn the basic skills of tennisand has been designed to allow young players to develop at a speed that suits them. All sessionswill be delivered by a professional tennis coach.

Indoor tennis Indoor tennis is for anyone aged between 8 and 12 years who wants to learn the fundamentals oftennis. During this session you will learn the skills of the game including forehand, backhand, volleyand serve. You will then get a chance to try your newly developed skills in the end of sessioncompetition. All sessions will be delivered by a professional tennis coach

KarateThis adrenaline packed Olympic karate training consists of punching, kicking and blocking techniquesperfected over centuries for self defence and physical development. Join us for a typical karatetraining session involving warm up, basic combinations, partner work, practice of form (kata) andphysical exercises such as stretching. A great introduction to this ancient martial art.

King swing / kayakingSwing through the trees like Tarzan on our king swing and then try some kayaking on LakeWindermere.This session begins with the famous king swing: a giant swing that swings you throughthe trees at an awesome height and speed. When you catch your breath, it's time to test yourkayaking skills on Lake Windermere. Learn how to paddle, turn and get great speed through a seriesof fun games like kayak surfing. The session will be run by the YMCA Lakeland Centre's qualified andexperienced instructors.

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Learn to cycleThis short course is aimed at children who cannot yet ride or still use stabilisers. Please bring aroadworthy bike which allows the seat to be lowered so that your child can get his/her feet flat onthe ground and wear suitable clothing.

Learn to swim week Learn to swim this April on this exclusive four day course course at the swimming pool. This course isideal for non-swimmers who want to gain water confidence and learn basic propulsion and buoyancy.

Mobile skate park FREE and NEW!Experience the thrill of our mobile skate park. Test yourself on our ramps and jumps. Bring your ownbike or skateboard or you can borrow one of ours. Helmets will be provided.

Mini OlympicsStart your Olympic training this Easter and take your first steps to achieving a future gold medal. Thisactivity is a great introduction to athletics and will include popular events such as long jump, javelin,shot putt, 100m sprint and relay.

Morecambe FC v Port Vale (includes coaching and ground tour) This is an amazing opportunity to watch our local team take on Port Vale. Join us for a tour of theGlobe Arena and then receive a coaching session from Morecambe FC's own coaches. Finish the dayby watching the exciting match against Port Vale. Children are fully supervised at all times includingduring the match.

Mountain bikingHold on tight for the exciting Olympic sport of mountain biking. This session will take you up longsteep hills, down narrow winding tracks and through a specially designed mountain biking trail. Thiscourse requires a good level of fitness and motivation to help you complete the course.

Multisports FREE!A fantastic quick fire session crammed full of your favourite team sports. Basketball, football androunders are just a taste of the sporting mayhem that goes on in this session.

Olympic t-shirt designing FREE and NEW!Show off your artistic side with a number of special Olympic-themed art projects. Have a go atdesigning your own t-shirt, flag and other amazing Olympic things. You can take home anythingyou've made in the session.

Parachute playtime FREE and NEW!Join in the fun with a number of games under our huge multi-coloured parachute. This activity is idealfor younger children.

Quicksticks hockey FREE!Learn new skills and play a fun game of Quicksticks. This activity is a whole load of fun and will giveyou a real taste of this fast and exciting Olympic sport.

Racket sportsBadminton, table tennis and short tennis are all included in this jam-packed session. After learningkey skills in each of these sports, you can try them out in a number of games where prizes will be upfor grabs.

Skiing / tubing / luging - family fun This exciting session is ideal for children and parents alike. Learn to ski down the dry-ski slope atPendle Ski Club and learn how to turn, race and most importantly stop. After the skiing and a spotof lunch the fun keeps on going with a tubing and luging session. This session is lead by theclub's own expert instructors.

Skiing for beginners - tubing / luging A great session for anyone wanting to try out their skills on the slopes for the first time. Learn to skidown the dry-ski slope at Pendle Ski Club and learn how to turn, race and most importantly stop.After the skiing and a spot of lunch the fun keeps on going with a tubing and luging session. Thissession is lead by the club's own expert instructors and is ideal for beginners.

Snorkelling Explore the deep (end) of Carnforth Pool! Learn basic snorkelling techniques and then practice your newskills in some fun underwater games. If you do not have your own snorkel you can borrow one of ours.

Sports mania FREE and NEW!A great activity for anyone mad about sports. Join us in Regent Park to take part in a variety ofOlympic sports including football, handball and hockey.

Survival adventure dayAre you the next Bear Grylls? Join our day long expedition into the wilderness of Warton Crag andexplore the beauty of this barren countryside. On our great adventure you'll learn how to buildshelters, cook food, make traps and take part in a hunt for some hidden treasure.

Tennis FREE!Could you be the next Wimbledon champion? Come along to this exciting session and play a varietyof fun tennis games. Practice hitting a few tennis balls whilst learning the basics of tennis.

Treasure hunt Can you solve the clues, put together the puzzle and discover where the treasure is hidden? If socome on down to Williamson Park and take part in this fun and exciting treasure hunt.

Wet and dry dayA totally brilliant day not to be missed at Salt Ayre Sports Centre. Starting with a brief introductionabout the day's activities, it's off to the pool for our famous fun and floats session until lunchtime.Please note that lunch is not provided but you can take advantage of the excellent menu at the FreshAyre Cafe. After lunch it's off to the main sports hall for an afternoon of sporting fun and mayhem.Included in this action packed afternoon will be dodgeball, football and Danish long ball.

Wacky races FREE and NEW!Who will be our wacky races champion? This session is packed full of modern and old-fashionedraces including the three-legged, egg and spoon, sack races and many more. Families arewelcome to take part.

Wacky rackets FREE and NEW!Our wacky rackets is a great introduction to a number of racket sports including tennis, shorttennis and badminton. This free session will allow you to test your skills with a number ofdifferent games.

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Wildlife adventure dayJoin us on our wildlife adventure day at Williamson Park. The day is split into two sessions withlunch included. In the morning you will become a zoo keeper. Working with our zoo keepers atWilliamson Park you will learn how to look after animals, help feed them, look after ourButterfly House and go behind the scenes of what we do at Williamson Park. There will also bethe opportunity to handle some of our mini beasts such as our snakes. After lunch you will betaken out into the park's woodland to track down creepy crawlies using our special bug huntingequipment, learn more about the creatures that live in the undergrowth and then design yourown bug hunting t-shirt.

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ACT 001 - Survival adventure day

02-04-12 10am - 3pm Warton Crag LD

15 8 to 16 £9

Waterproofs, warm clothing, hat and gloves required. Transport is provided. Meet at Morecambe Town Hall.Please remember to bring a packed lunch.

ACT 002 - Skiing / tubing / luging - family fun

02-04-12 10am - 3.45pm Pendle Ski Club LD

15 6 and over £10 per person

You must have gloves, waterproofs and wear clothes which fully cover arms and legs whilst doing thisactivity. Transport is included - please meet at Morecambe Town Hall reception and bring a packed lunch.Please note a maximum of two children per adult or two adults per child. You must attend this workshopwith a paying parent whatever your age.

ACT 003 - Badge swim session

02-04-12 10am - 12pm Hornby Pool HO

15 8 to 16 £5.50

Meet at the pool foyer. Don't forget your swimming gear and a towel.

ACT 004 - Wet and dry day

02-04-12 10.30am - 3pm Salt Ayre Sports Centre SA

30 8 to 14 £8

Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception and don't forget your swimming gear, dinner money or packedlunch.

April Activity Programme

HOW IT WORKS!

MONDAY ACTIVITIES

ACT NUMBER - Workshop Title

Date Time Venue Section

Max Numbers Age Cost

Information / What to bring / Where to meet

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Activity Booking Form 1Official Activity Booking FormAll Holiday Programme bookings MUST be made on this form.

No bookings will be accepted without a fully completed and signed booking form.

1. Which activities do you wish to book?

2. Participant Details

First name: ...................................................... Surname: ....................................................................

Address: ..................................................................................................................................................

Town: ............................................................... County: .........................................................................

Postcode: ............................................................... Email: ......................................................................

Date of birth: ......................................................Age: ................................................. Male q Female q

Emergency contact name:......................................................................................................................

Emergency contact telephone number 1 :.............................................................................................


3. Medical Information

Name of child’s doctor .............................................................................. Tel: .....................................

Does your child have any allergies or suffer from any conditions requiring medical treatment including medication?

q Yes .................................... q No If yes - please provide details:

.................................................................................................................................................................

.................................................................................................................................................................

Do you consider your child to have a disability? q Yes q No

If yes - What is the nature of the impairment?

q Physical impairment q Visual impairment q Learning difficulty

q Hearing impairment q Other, please specify: ............................................................................

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Activity Ref (e.g. ACT002) Activity Title (e.g. Multi-skills) Activity Price (e.g. £5)

TOTAL (£)

Activity Booking Form 1

4. Information requestHow did you �nd out about this activity programme?

Please tick only one: Word of mouth city council website Other website

From school By post Local newspaper Information posters

Is this the �rst time you have taken part in our holiday programme? Yes No

You will automatically be added to our mailing list, however you can be sent the activityprogramme via email if you wish?

Email: …………………………………………………………............................................................................

5. Declaration - Please read and sign the following declarations:

In the event of an illness, having responsibility for the above named child, I give permission formedical treatment to be administered where considered necessary by a nominated �rst aider,or by a suitably quali�ed medical practitioner.

If I cannot be contacted and my child should require emergency hospital treatment, I authorisea quali�ed medical practitioner to provide emergency treatment or medication.

Photograph consent. I give my consent for Lancaster City Council sta� and any othersauthorised by Lancaster City Council to photograph my child/children whilst he/she/they aretaking part in activities run by Lancaster City Council. These photographs may be used byLancaster City Council and other authorised organisations to advertise or promote future eventsrun by the council.

I do not wish my child/children to be photographed

Signature of Parent or Guardian: .............................................................................................. .................................................................

Print name: ................................................................................................................... ................... Date:..................................................

Please note: Participation in all activities is entirely at the participant's own risk. Lancaster City Council cannot take responsibility fo rpersonal injury or loss of personal possessions when taking part, however, all possible care will be taken.

6. Only complete if you wish to book Mountain biking (ACT 034 and ACT 086)

We can supply a bike and helmet for your child if they are taking part in our mountain bikingactivities or your child can bring their own. If you supply your own bike it must be in a safe andworking condition. To ride our hire bikes safely, your child must have a minimum inside legmeasurement of 24 inches. If you wish to check that your child is safe on our hire bikes beforethe day, please call us on 01524 582825. Please tick the boxes below if you wish to hire a bikeor helmet: ACT 034 - ( ) Bike ( ) Helmet

6. Payment

I enclose the sum of £.......................... Please make cheques payable to Lancaster City Council - see information on page 4.

No refunds will be given unless the activity is cancelled by Lancaster City Council. Please send your

completed form(s) and payment to: Holiday Programme, Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane,

Lancaster, LA1 5JS (Please complete both sides.)

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Activity Booking Form 2Official Activity Booking FormAll Holiday Programme bookings MUST be made on this form.

No bookings will be accepted without a fully completed and signed booking form.

1. Which activities do you wish to book?

2. Participant Details

First name: ...................................................... Surname: ....................................................................

Address: ..................................................................................................................................................

Town: ............................................................... County: .........................................................................

Postcode: ............................................................... Email: ......................................................................

Date of birth: ......................................................Age: ................................................. Male q Female q

Emergency contact name:......................................................................................................................



3. Medical Information

Name of child’s doctor .............................................................................. Tel: .....................................

Does your child have any allergies or suffer from any conditions requiring medical treatment including medication?

q Yes .................................... q No If yes - please provide details:

.................................................................................................................................................................

.................................................................................................................................................................

Do you consider your child to have a disability? q Yes q No

If yes - What is the nature of the impairment?

q Physical impairment q Visual impairment q Learning difficulty

q Hearing impairment q Other, please specify: ............................................................................

Activity Ref (e.g. ACT002) Activity Title (e.g. Multi-skills) Activity Price (e.g. £5)

TOTAL (£)

Activity Booking Form 1

4. Information requestHow did you �nd out about this activity programme?

Please tick only one: Word of mouth city council website Other website

From school By post Local newspaper Information posters

Is this the �rst time you have taken part in our holiday programme? Yes No

You will automatically be added to our mailing list, however you can be sent the activityprogramme via email if you wish?

Email: …………………………………………………………............................................................................

5. Declaration - Please read and sign the following declarations:

In the event of an illness, having responsibility for the above named child, I give permission formedical treatment to be administered where considered necessary by a nominated �rst aider,or by a suitably quali�ed medical practitioner.

If I cannot be contacted and my child should require emergency hospital treatment, I authorisea quali�ed medical practitioner to provide emergency treatment or medication.

Photograph consent. I give my consent for Lancaster City Council sta� and any othersauthorised by Lancaster City Council to photograph my child/children whilst he/she/they aretaking part in activities run by Lancaster City Council. These photographs may be used byLancaster City Council and other authorised organisations to advertise or promote future eventsrun by the council.

I do not wish my child/children to be photographed

Signature of Parent or Guardian: .............................................................................................. .................................................................

Print name: ................................................................................................................... ................... Date:..................................................

Please note: Participation in all activities is entirely at the participant's own risk. Lancaster City Council cannot take responsibility fo rpersonal injury or loss of personal possessions when taking part, however, all possible care will be taken.

6. Only complete if you wish to book Mountain biking (ACT 034 and ACT 086)

We can supply a bike and helmet for your child if they are taking part in our mountain bikingactivities or your child can bring their own. If you supply your own bike it must be in a safe andworking condition. To ride our hire bikes safely, your child must have a minimum inside legmeasurement of 24 inches. If you wish to check that your child is safe on our hire bikes beforethe day, please call us on 01524 582825. Please tick the boxes below if you wish to hire a bikeor helmet: ACT 034 - ( ) Bike ( ) Helmet

6. Payment

I enclose the sum of £.......................... Please make cheques payable to Lancaster City Council - see information on page 4.

No refunds will be given unless the activity is cancelled by Lancaster City Council. Please send your

completed form(s) and payment to: Holiday Programme, Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane,

Lancaster, LA1 5JS (Please complete both sides.)


ACT 005 - Wacky rackets NEW!

02-04-12 10.30am - 12pm Happy Mount park PA

14 8 to 12 Free

Please meet at the green kiosk in the middle of the park. Waterproofs may be needed depending on theweather. Suitable footwear must be worn for the session. Please bring a drink.

ACT 006 - Diving school

02-04-12 12pm - 1pm Heysham Pool HP

20 8 to 16 £3.50

Meet at Heysham Pool foyer. All participants must be competent in deep water.

ACT 007 - Badminton NEW!

02-04-12 1pm - 2.15pm Happy Mount Park PA

10 8 to 12 Free


TUESDAY ACTIVITIES

ACT 008 - Be a zoo keeper

03-04-12 9.30am - 12.30pm Williamson Park WP

10 8 to 14 £5

Wear suitable clothing for this outdoor workshop. Meet at Williamson Park gift shop (next to the ButterflyHouse) at 9.15am.

ACT 009 - King swing / kayaking

03-04-12 9.30am - 4.45pm YMCA Lakeside, Cumbria LD

12 8 to 16 £22

Waterproofs, warm clothing, hat, gloves, towel and change of clothes required for this outdoor workshop.Please remember to bring a packed lunch. Transport is provided. Meet at Morecambe Town Hall.

ACT 010 - Parachute playtime NEW!

03-04-12 10.30am - 11.30am Regent Park, Morecambe PA

20 4 to 7 Free

Please meet at the play area in the middle of the park. Waterproofs may be needed depending on theweather. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

ACT 011 - Learn to cycle

03-04-12 11.30am - 1.30pm Salt Ayre Sports Centre LD

6 4+ £6

Please bring a roadworthy bike which allows the seat to be lowered so that your child can get his/herfeet flat on the ground and suitable clothing and helmet for being indoors. Children must be accompaniedby an adult who may be asked to assist. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

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ACT 012 - Learn to cycle

03-04-12 2.30pm - 4.30pm Salt Ayre Sports Centre LD

6 4 + £6

Please bring a roadworthy bike which allows the seat to be lowered so that your child can get his/herfeet flat on the ground and suitable clothing and helmet for being indoors. Children must be accompaniedby an adult who may be asked to assist. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 013 - Archery

03-04-12 1pm - 3pm Salt Ayre Sports Centre LD

12 8 to 14 £5

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 014 - Wacky races NEW!

03-04-12 1pm - 2.15pm Williamson Park PA

14 5 to 12 Free

Please meet outside Williamson Park café. Waterproofs may be needed depending on the weather.Suitable footwear must be worn for the session. Please bring a drink. Children under the age of 8 must beaccompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 015 - Fencing


12 8 to 16 £5

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required for this indoor workshop. Meet at Salt Ayre Sport Centre reception.

WEDNESDAY ACTIVITIES

ACT 016 - Mini Olympics

04-04-12 10am - 11.30am Regent Park, Morecambe LD

15 6 to 12 Free

Please bring a waterproof jacket and a drink for this outdoor workshop. Meet at Regent Park.



30 8 to 14 £8


ACT 018 - Mobile skate park NEW!

04-04-12 10.30am-12pm & 1pm-3pm Regent Park, Morecambe PA

20 8 to 12 Free

Please meet at the play area in the middle of the park. Waterproofs may be needed depending on theweather. Suitable footwear must be worn for the session.


ACT 019 - Improve your swimming stroke


20 8 to 16 £3.50

Meet at Heysham pool foyer.

ACT 020 - Multisports

04-04-12 1pm - 2.30pm Regent Park LD

20 6 to 12 Free

Please meet at the play area in the middle of the park. Waterproofs may be needed depending on theweather.

THURSDAY ACTIVITIES

ACT 021 - Aerial extreme - adventure ropes course and safari park

05-04-12 9am - 4.45pm Knowsley Safari Park LD

15 8 to 16 £22

Waterproofs, tracksuit, trainers that lace up for this outdoor workshop. Please bring a packed lunch.Transport is provided, meet at Morecambe Town Hall reception.

ACT 022 - Beacon Fell orienteering adventure

05-04-12 9.45am - 3.15pm Beacon Fell LD

10 8 to 16 £10

Waterproofs, warm clothing, hat and gloves required. Transport is provided. Meet at Morecambe Town Hall.Please remember to bring a packed lunch.

ACT 023 - Dodgeball (indoors)

05-04-12 10.30am - 12.30am Salt Ayre Sports Centre SA

25 8 to 14 £4

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required for this indoor workshop. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 024 - Bowling bonanza

05-04-12 10.30am - 11.45am Happy Mount Park PA

15 5 to 12 Free

Please meet at the green kiosk in the middle of the park. Waterproofs may be needed depending on theweather. Suitable footwear must be worn for the session. Children under the age of 8 must beaccompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 025 - Cycle games


8 6 to 9 £6

Please bring a roadworthy bike and suitable clothing and helmet for being indoors. Children under 8 mustbe accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.


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ACT 026 - Dodgeball (outdoors)

05-04-12 1pm - 2:15pm Happy Mount Park PA

15 8 to 12 Free


ACT 027 - Karate


15 5 to 7 £3.50

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required. Parents/guardians must stay in the building for the duration of thesession. Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 028 - Karate


15 8 to 12 £3.50


FRIDAY ACTIVITIESACT 029 - Sports mania NEW!

06-04-12 1.30pm - 3pm Regent Park, Morecambe PA

14 8 to 12 Free

Please meet at the play area in the middle of the park. Waterproofs may be needed depending on theweather. Suitable footwear must be worn for the session. Please bring a drink.

SATURDAY ACTIVITIESACT 030 - Craft and swim

07-04-12 12.30pm - 3.30pm Heysham Pool HP

30 8 and over £8

Meet at Heysham pool foyer.

MONDAY ACTIVITIESACT 031 - Football frenzy

09-04-12 10am - 11.15am Happy Mount Park PA

14 5 to 7 Free

Please meet at the green kiosk in the middle of the park. Suitable footwear and shin pads must be wornand waterproofs maybe needed depending on the weather. Please bring a drink. All children need to beaccompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 032 - Olympic t-shirt designing NEW!

09-04-12 1pm - 2.15pm Williamson Park PA

20 5 to 8 Free

Please meet outside Williamson Park café. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adultfor the duration of the session.


TUESDAY ACTIVITIESACT 033 - Be a zoo keeper

10-04-12 9.30am - 12.30pm Williamson Park WP

10 8 to 14 £5

Wear suitable clothing for this outdoor workshop. Meet at Williamson Park gift shop (next to the ButterflyHouse) at 9.15am.

ACT 034 - Mountain biking

10-04-12 9.45am - 3.45pm Grizedale Forest LD

12 10 to 16 £10

Please note: you can use your own bike. To ride one of our bikes safely you must have a minimum insideleg measurement of 24 inches and you need to add it on the booking form. Please bring gloves,waterproofs, helmet and a packed lunch. Transport from Morecambe Town Hall and back is included -meet at Morecambe Town Hall reception.

ACT 035 - Beach badminton NEW!

10-04-12 10am - 11.15am North Beach, Morecambe PA

10 8 to 12 Free

Please meet at the clock tower on the promenade. Suitable footwear must be worn and waterproofs andmay be needed depending on the weather. Please bring a drink.

ACT 036 - Learn to swim week

10-04-12 to 13-04-12 10.30am - 11am Carnforth Pool CP

8 4 to 8 £17

Meet at the pool foyer. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult over the age of 16years.

ACT 037 - Indoor mini tennis


8 4 to 7 £2.50


ACT 038 - Indoor tennis


8 8 to 12 £5


ACT 039 - Archery


12 8 to 14 £5



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ACT 040 - Tennis

10-04-12 1pm - 2pm Happy Mount Park PA

14 5 to 7 Free


WEDNESDAY ACTIVITIESACT 041 - Wildlife adventure day

11-04-12 9.30am - 2.30pm Williamson Park LD

10 8 to 14 £10

Wear suitable clothing - waterproofs may be needed depending on the weather. Meet at Williamson Parkgift shop (next to the Butterfly House) at 9.15am.



30 8 to 14 £8


ACT 043 - Quicksticks hockey

11-04-12 10.30am- 11.45am Happy Mount Park PA

14 7 to 11 Free

Please meet at the green kiosk in the middle of the park. Suitable footwear musty be worn andwaterproofs may be needed depending on the weather. All children will also need a drink.

ACT 044 - Treasure hunt

11-04-12 10.30am - 11.30am Williamson Park LD

15 4 to 7 £3

Tracksuit, t-shirt and trainers required. All equipment is provided. Children under 8 must be accompaniedby a responsible adult over the age of 16 years. Please meet outside the café in the park.

ACT 045 - Diving school


20 8 to 16 £3.50


ACT 046 - I'm a child …get me out of here!

11-04-12 1.30pm - 3.00pm Williamson Park LD

12 8 to 14 £5

Waterproofs, warm clothing, hat and gloves required for this outdoor session. Meet outside the café in thepark.


THURSDAY ACTIVITIESACT 047 - Extreme Sports - indoor skydiving (2 flights)/snowboarding/climbing/luging

12-04-12 8.15am - 5.45pm Chill Factore and Airkix* LD

20 8 to 16 £35**

You must have gloves, waterproofs and wear clothes which fully cover arms and legs whilst doing thisworkshop. Please note you must have laced up trainers. Transport is included - please meet at MorecambeTown Hall reception and bring a packed lunch. (*Manchester ** Save over £60 based on individual costs!)

ACT 048 - Snorkelling

12-04-12 11.15am - 12pm Carnforth swimming pool CP

10 8 to 12 £4.50

Please bring your swimming kit. Meet at Carnforth pool.

ACT 049 - Racket sports

12-04-12 1pm - 3pm Salt Ayre Sports Centre SA

16 8 to 14 £4

Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

FRIDAY ACTIVITIESACT 050 - Badge Swim

13-04-12 9am - 1pm Heysham Pool HP

30 5 and over £5.50 (including badge and certificate)

Meet at Heysham pool foyer. Under 8's must be supervised in the building at all times by a responsibleperson of at least 16 years of age.

ACT 051 - Crazy fun and games NEW!

13-04-12 10am - 12pm Salt Ayre Sports Centre SA

24 8 to 14 £4

Meet at Salt Ayre Sports Centre reception.

ACT 052 - Skiing for beginners / luging / tubing

13-04-12 10am - 3.45pm Pendle Ski Club LD

15 8 to 16 £18

You must have gloves, waterproofs and wear clothes which fully cover arms and legs whilst doing thisactivity. Transport is included - please meet at Morecambe Town Hall reception and bring a packed lunch.Please note a maximum of two parents per child. Also a maximum of two children per parent. You mustattend this workshop with a parent whatever your age and the parent has to pay.

ACT 053 - Foam javelin frenzy NEW!

13-04-12 10.30am - 11.30am Williamson Park PA

15 6 to 9 Free

Please meet outside Williamson Park café. Waterproofs may be needed depending on the weather.Suitable footwear must be worn for the session. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by anadult for the duration of the session.


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ACT 054 - Tennis

13-04-12 1pm - 2.30pm Happy Mount Park PA

14 8 to 12 Free


SATURDAY ACTIVITIESACT 055 - Bowling bonanza

14-04-12 10.30am - 12pm Happy Mount Park PA

15 5 to12 Free

Please meet at the play area in the middle of the park. Waterproofs may be needed depending on theweather. Suitable footwear must be worn for the session. Children under the age of 8 must beaccompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.

ACT 056 - Fitness Swim

14-04-12 12.30pm - 1.30pm Heysham Pool HP

20 8 and over £4


ACT 057 - Morecambe FC v Port Vale (Tour, coaching and match)

14-04-12 12.30pm - 4.45pm Globe Arena LD

10 8 to 11 £10

Waterproofs, warm clothing, suitable footwear for astro turf (no metal studs). Meet at the CommunitySports reception at the back of the Globe Arena.

ACT 058 - Morecambe FC v Port Vale (Tour, coaching and match)

14-04-12 12.30pm - 4.45pm Globe Arena LD

10 12 to 16 £10

Waterproofs, warm clothing, suitable footwear for astro turf (no metal studs). Meet at the CommunitySports reception at the back of the Globe Arena.

ACT 059 - Handball NEW!

14-04-12 1pm - 2pm Happy Mount Park PA

15 8 to 12 Free

Please meet at the play area in the middle of the park. Waterproofs may be needed depending on theweather. Suitable footwear must be worn for the session. Children under the age of 8 must beaccompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.



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http://www.lancaster.gov.uk/festivalmarket

We can’ t wait until the summer and we’ re already planning a range of

FREE activities that everyone can enjoy. Why not keep this page handy

until nearer the time and join us for any of the events below? There's no

need to book, just turn up on the day and join in the fun!

Summer ‘Lovin

Wednesday 6 June

10.30am - 12.30pm Regent Park sports surface Mobile skate park

10.30am - 12.30pm Regent Park sports surface Cycle skills

1.30pm - 3.30pm Regent Park sports surface Mobile skate park

1.30pm - 3.30pm Regent Park sports surface Olympic sports mania

Thursday 7 June

10.30am - 12.30pm Happy Mount Park tennis courts Mobile skate park

10.30am - 12.30pm Happy Mount Park tennis courts Tennis

1.30pm - 3.30pm Happy Mount Park tennis courts Mobile skate park

1.30pm - 3.30pm Happy Mount Park tennis courts Football frenzy

Friday 8 June10.30am - 12.30pm Williamson Park Wacky races

10.30am - 12.30pm Williamson Park Giant fun games

1.30pm - 3.30pm Williamson Park Water slides

1.30pm - 3.30pm Williamson Park Treasure hunt !

Navigate your way between control points around the park on our unique map and decide on the best route to complete the course in thequickest time.

• Any age welcome!• Any ability—walk, jog or run at your own pace.• Great for families, couples or groups.

With an outdoor orienteering challenge at Williamson Park!

Cost: £5 per group (max 10 participants)

Individual maps: £1.60

Book at the shop now orcall 01524 33318 toarrange your visit.

Exercise your body and mind!

For more information visit www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark


http://www.lancaster.gov.uk/platform

Monday 2 April ACT 001 - Survival adventure day £9ACT 002 - Skiing / tubing / luging - family fun £10ACT 003 - Badge swim session £5.50ACT 004 - Wet and dry day £8ACT 005 - Wacky Rackets NEW! FREE!ACT 006 - Diving school £3.50ACT 007 - Badminton NEW! FREE!

Tuesday 3 AprilACT 008 - Be a zoo keeper £5ACT 009 - King swing / kayaking £22ACT 010 - Parachute playtime NEW! FREE!ACT 011 - Learn to cycle £6ACT 012 - Learn to cycle £6ACT 013 - Archery £5ACT 014 - Wacky races NEW! FREE!ACT 015 - Fencing £5

Wednesday 4 AprilACT 016 - Mini Olympics FREE!ACT 017 - Wet & dry day £8ACT 018 - Mobile skate park NEW! FREE!ACT 019 - Improve your swimming stroke £3.50ACT 020 - Multisports FREE!

Thursday 5 AprilACT 021 - Aerial Extreme - adventure ropes course and Safari Park £22ACT 022 - Beacon Fell orienteering adventure £10ACT 023 - Dodgeball (indoors) £4ACT 024 - Bowling bonanza FREE!ACT 025 - Cycle games £6ACT 026 - Dodgeball NEW! FREE!ACT 027 - Karate £3.50ACT 028 - Karate £3.50

Friday 6 AprilACT 029 - Sports mania NEW! FREE!

Saturday 7 AprilACT 030 - Craft and Swim £8

Sunday 8 AprilACT 031 - Football frenzy FREE!ACT 032 - Olympic t-shirt designing NEW! FREE!

Tuesday 10 AprilACT 033 - Be a zoo keeper £5ACT 034 - Mountain biking £10ACT 035 - Beach badminton NEW! FREE!ACT 037 - Indoor mini tennis £2.50ACT 038 - Indoor tennis £5ACT 039 - Archery £5ACT 040 - Tennis FREE!

Wednesday 11 AprilACT 041 - Wildlife adventure day £10ACT 042 - Wet and dry day £8ACT 043 - Quicksticks hockey FREE!ACT 044 - Treasure hunt £3ACT 045 - Diving school £3.50ACT 046 - I'm a child...get me out of here! £5

Thursday 12 AprilACT 047 - Extreme sports - indoor skydiving (2 flights) / snowboarding / climbing / luging £35ACT 048 - Snorkelling £4.50ACT 049 - Racket sports £4

Friday 13 AprilACT 050 - Badge swim £5.50ACT 051 - Crazy fun and games NEW! £4ACT 052 - Skiing for beginners / luging / tubing £18ACT 053 - Foam Javelin frenzy NEW! FREE!ACT 054 - Tennis FREE!

Saturday 14 AprilACT 055 - Bowling bonanza FREE!ACT 056 - Fitness Swim £4ACT 057 - Morecambe FC v Port Vale (Tour, coaching and match) £10ACT 058 - Morecambe FC v Port Vale (Tour, coaching and match) £10ACT 059 - Handball NEW! FREE!

Book NOW to avoid disappointmentSalt Ayre Sports Centre, Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JSTelephone booking and Information 01524 842493 or visit the website at: www.lancaster.gov.uk/holidayprogramme

At a glance - April 2012

All week ACT 036 - Learn to swim week (10 Apr to 13 Apr) £17 for 4 days


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