gibraltar summer sports 2015
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Full information on the Gibraltar Summer Sports programme for 2015, as run by the GSLA and sponsored by NatWestTRANSCRIPT
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Summer Sports & Leisure Programme 2015
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The Gibraltar Sports & Leisure Authority (GSLA) organise the Summer Sports & Leisure Programme (the programme)
for the children and young people of Gibraltar. The major Sponsor for this programme is NatWest.
The overall Summer Sports & Leisure Programme
Initiatives organised directly by the GSLA - Monday 20th July to Friday 28thAugust (unless other dates shown).
Sports Train. A programme of sport, leisure, fitness, fun and interactive activities for children between the ages of 7 and 14 years, running weekday mornings between 10am and 12.30pm. No need to book just
turn up.
Childrens Corner. A programme of fun sporting activities for children aged 5 and 6 years, running Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10am to 12.30pm. No need to book just turn up.
Stay and Play Programme. (Monday 20th July to Friday 28th August) A programme including sporting activities, arts, music, culture, nature and continued learning for children with special needs, running
Monday to Friday 9.30am to 1pm. Referrals taken in liaison with St Martins Special School.
12+ Beach Sports. Thursday morning 10am to 12.30pm for 12 to 14 year olds. Activities to include Beach Volleyball, Football, Rounders, Frisbee and Bocce.
Family Fun Sports Evening Tuesday evenings 7.30 to 10pm from 28th July to 26th August at the Bayside Sports Centre. A programme of sporting activities for all the family, youngsters, mums, dads and
grandparents. Badminton, Table Tennis, Carpet Bowls, Darts, Climbing, Pilates, Paddle Tennis and Boccia.
No need to book just turn up.
GSLA introduction to Sports Leadership for 14 to 16 year olds. . Running Mon to Fri 10th to 14th August and Mon & Tues 17th and 18th August, 9.30am to 2.30pm, culminating in a Festival of Sport for
7 & 8 year olds. A great course for building confidence and developing organisational skills. Limited places,
book through the Summer Sports Hotline, applications can be downloaded from GSLA web-site www.gsla.gi .
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What do parents need to know?
Sports Train, Childrens Corner, Family Fun Nights, 12+ Beach activities and Junior Sports
Leadership Award are all organised directly by the GSLA and are completely free of charge, with the exception of the Junior Sports Leadership Award, there is no need to book as youngsters can just turn up. All
equipment unless stated will be provided.
What to wear and what you need. Children and young people need to wear loose comfortable clothing, trainers and protection against the sun (e.g. a cap). Beach wear and a towel for beach activities at parents
discretion. Children should be encouraged to eat breakfast before attending and bring along a drink.
Parental Consent. All children and young people taking part on the programme must bring along a signed copy of the parental consent form (back page) submit at their first session.
Contact details whilst your child is on the programme. Telephone number provided on the consent form must be manned for the duration of the childs participation on the programme.
Photographs/Press coverage. Please note that children participating in the programme may be photographed by approved local media and their images may be published in the local press.
Activities organised in partnership with Sports Associations.
Some sports associations will charge for participation in their coaching clinics. These Associations will reinvest the fees paid towards the development of their junior sport.
You may need to book onto many of the activities organised by Sports Associations, so please take note of contacts details
Sea Angling
The Gibraltar Angling Association is organising two exciting dates for junior anglers. Sat 23rd
August a training day offering
advice and coaching on casting, tactics, tides, different baits and much more and Sat 29th
August which is the date for the now
Annual Gibraltar Summer Junior Angling Tournament. Dates and full details of both opportunities can be confirmed by
contacting Charlie Carreras on [email protected] or tel 56000961 / 20074337or Mario Ramos on Tel
20072622.
Badminton Summer Camp
Coaching course led by Gibraltar Badminton Association Coaches has been designed for players 8 to 12 years of all
levels. Mon 20th to Wed 22nd July, 9.30am to 12.30pm at Bayside Sports Centre (Tercentenary Sports Hall).
Please wear sports kit and bring a drink/snack. Contact Mark Archer at [email protected] tel 20046678 /
54027504 for info and booking.
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GABBA Basketball Summer Camp
An exciting summer camp filled with drills and skills, tactics and competition running from Mon 17th
to Fri 21st
August, between
10am and 1pm. A great way for beginners aged 8 to 12 years of age to play this exciting sport and for transitioning players to
polish up their skills. Contact GABBA on email [email protected] for further info and to book. Information also
available through Summer Sports Hotline.
Cheerleading
Gibraltar Cheerleading Association will be offering a myriad of Cheer workshops on Thurs 9am to 1pm during the summer
programme (July and August). Workshops covering Pom dance, Street cheer, Stunting and Gymnastics are for girls aged 5 yrs -
12yrs. Sports clothing plus trainers to be worn and a drink/snack brought to the workshops.
Contact Gina on e-mail [email protected] or Tel 58008338 for further info and booking.
Climbing
The Gibraltar Climbing Association will be organising Introduction to climbing sessions for young people 8 to 13 years. Each
session will comprise of 2 x 2 hours sessions held on Tues & Thurs 10am to 12noon at the Bayside Sports Centre Climbing Wall.
Children must wear trainers or outdoor shoes, a hat and sun bloc and bring along a bottle of water.
Dates: Tues 21st& Thurs 23rd July. Tues 28th& Thurs 30th July.
Contact Steve Payne on e-mail [email protected] or tel 54015063 for further info and booking.
Chess for beginners and intermediate
An introduction to chess and chess coaching will be available for beginners and more experienced young players over the
summer period with Gibraltars Community Chess professional, Stuart Conquest. Sessions to be held at the Kings Bastion Leisure
Centre, vault no 3 or Youth terrace: according to numbers.
Week 1 - Mon 20th
to Fri 24th
July. Week 2 - Mon 10th
to Fri 14th
August. 10am to 11.30am beginners (basic knowledge of rules
assumed) and those with limited experience (7 years and over). 11.30am to 1.00pm Intermediates and advanced
players. Contact Stuart Conquest, Community Chess professional on e-mail [email protected] or Tel 54029978.
The Gibraltar Chess Association in conjunction with the Calpe Chess Club will be holding training sessions for: Beginners to advanced players during the months of July and August
(We will also be running our Certificate of Excellence scheme for Bronze, Silver & Gold with a new Gibraltar Certificate for
advanced players)
Contact Sharon Whatley on email: [email protected] or Tel 54029720 for further info and to book.
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Cricket
Gibraltar Cricket will be offering lots of opportunities for young players, both girls and boys to enjoy cricket and develop
techniques and all round skills during their summer scheme.
Week 1 Mon & Wed 20th
& 22nd
July. Boys 6 to 8 years - 9.45am to 11am, 9-11 years 11am to 12.30pm
Tues & Thurs 21st
and 23rd
July. Girls 6 to 11 years - 10am to 12pm
Fri 24th
July - Kwik cricket competition for boys and girls 6 to 11years - 10am to 12.30pm
Week 2 Mon & Wed 3rd & 5th
August. Boys 6 to 8 years - 9.45am to 11am, 9-11 years 11am to 12.30pm
Tues & Thurs 4th
& 6th
August. Girls 6 to 11years - 10am to 12pm
Fri 7th
August - Kwik cricket competition for boys and girls 6 to 11 years - 10am to 12.30pm
Contact Mark Bacarese [email protected] or [email protected] for further info or to
book. Gibraltar Cricket website www.gibraltarcricket.com
Football - GFA Summer School
Mixed Football coaching Mon 13th
to Fri 17th
July, 9.30am to 12noon on the Bayside Sports Centre Main Pitch. Consisting of
intensive training with GFA coaches for young players. Agility, skills, techniques and small sided games leading to competitions
and presentations of prizes and mementos on the final day.
Age groups: 7 to 11 years / Max 25 per age group. Contact Daniel Berllaque on e-mail [email protected] for
further info and to book.
GFA Girls Football
Introduction to football skills, drills, tactics and small sided games for girls 4 to 12 years. Mon 13th
to Wed 15th
July 9.30am to
12noon. Presentations of prizes and mementos on the final day. Contact Tracey Baglietto on [email protected]
or check out the Gibraltar Girls Football Face book page for further information.
A registration evening for both courses will be held on Wednesday 8th
July, 7pm at the Bayside Sports Centre reception area.
Gymnastics (Rhythmic and Artistic)
This years Summer Camp which will include Rhythmic and Artistic gymnastics for girls and boys of all levels over the age of 5
years. Sessions will be scheduled Mon, Wed & Friday 13th
to 24th
July, 9.30am to 12noon at the Victoria Stadium Sports Hall.
Coaching in artistic, ball, hoop and ribbons will be available culminating in a display for parents. Min age 5 years. Contact the
Gibraltar Rhythmic Gymnastics Association on [email protected] tel 56000772 for further information and to book your
childs place.
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Dance Acrobatics Gymnastic moves for dancers.
2015 will see Gibraltar host the International Dance Organisation, European Show Dance Championships. To offer dancer
opportunities to learn and perfect acrobatic techniques in the lead up to this competition, the Gibraltar Gymnastics Association
in partnership with the GNDO will be offering training workshops encompassing, Ariels, back flips, walkovers, somersaults and
flexibility. Contact the Gibraltar Rhythmic Gymnastics Association on [email protected] or tel 56000772 for further
information and to book.
Hockey
Fun Hockey Coaching Camp for 5 to 12 year olds to be held at the Bayside Sports Centre, water based hockey pitch, Mon 20th
to
Fri 24th
July, 10.30am to 12noon. Skills, drills and lots of fun will be on offer with GHA junior coaches. Sticks are provided,
however it is advisable to wear shin pads and bring plenty to drink. Contact Chrissie on e-mail [email protected]
or text 54019903 for further info and to book.
Ice Skating
Jennis Ice Skating Academy Jenni's Ice Skating Academy will be running their Ice Skating Summer Camp from Mon 13
th to Fri 17
th July. Three coaches including guest Coach and Dancing on Ice star Alexei Kislitsin from Russia will be leading this
years Ice Camp which will offer beginners aged four years and over, right through to level 5 the opportunity to develop skills
and techniques on the ice. Contact Jenni on e-mail [email protected] or tel 0034 600 270131for further info
and to book.
Gibraltar Rock Stars Figures Skating Club Susan Walsh, level 4, Master Coach and former Olympic Coach and British Ice-skating Champion, will be leading this years Gibraltar Rock Figure Skating Summer School.
Week 1 - Mon 27th
to Fri 31st
July, 9.15am to 12.15pm - Learn to Skate Programme for beginners and tuition for all levels of
skaters. Week 2 - Mon 3rd
to Fri 7th
August - NISA level 10 International Figure Skater will be demonstrating her skills and
coaching alongside resident coach Sue Walsh. Classes aimed at more advanced skaters to include basics, off-ice stretching,
fitness, edges, jumps & spins, dance & field moves. Contact [email protected] Tel 54012866 for further info and to
book.
Please note that skaters for both Summer Ice Camps will need to wear loose trousers, a long sleeved top and bring socks and
gloves.
Ju-Jitsu
Learn the Art of this Martial Art with the Gibraltar Ju-jitsu Academy Sensei Anthony Joaquin who has trained in Japan under one
of the Worlds greatest Butoku Kai leader Masters, Dr Hiroyuki Tesshin Hamada Chair DAI NIPPON BUTOKU KAI INTERNATIONAL
DIVISION KYOTO JAPAN
Ju-jitsu, self-defence and much more Mon to Wed 27th to 29th
July, 10am to 12 noon at the Bayside Sport Centre.
The Ju-Jitsu Academy, North Jumpers Bastion offer coaching in Ju-Jitsu, MMA, Kick Boxing, self Defence and Boot Camp
throughout the year. Contact Sensei Joaquin on e-mail [email protected] or Tel 54011007 or at the club on
20047259 for further info.
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(New) Netball
Netball Summer Camps for 8 to 12 year olds at the Victoria Stadium Sports Hall,10am to 12noon, Mon, Wed and Fri 3rd
to 14th
August.
Introduction to High Fives Netball, Fundamentals of movement and ball skills with Gibraltar Netball Association guest netball
Coaches. For the first time in many summers netball is on the agenda for juniors, it will be fast and fun. Gibraltar Netball
Association organises a massive domestic programme of leagues and competitions for juniors and seniors and participates on
the international stage at all age groups, they also have an excellent Umpire Development Programme. So whether you are one
of Gibraltar Netball Associations up and coming stars or whether you want to be an international Umpire, this summer camp is
a must. Contact Nadine on [email protected] for further info and to book.
Rowing
The Mediterranean Rowing Club is organising Summer Rowing Camps to introduce Rowing to children aged 12-16 years. Two courses will be offered, one running from Mon 13
th to Fri 17
th July and the second from Mon 20
th to Fri 24
th July, 9am
to 1pm. Courses will be managed by a UK Qualified Rowing Coach together with local support.
Venue: Mediterranean Rowing Club, 4 Europort Road, Gibraltar. Contact Details: Email: [email protected]
Tel: 200 40569/20073157. (Places are limited so please send an email to register, stating name, date of birth and course date
preference).
The Calpe Rowing Club has a superb programme of junior rowing development opportunities for all rowers aged 12 and over. Training takes place on weekends starting in September of each year. Contact [email protected]. for
further information.
Rugby Union Summer camp
Gibraltar Rugby Football Union will be offering a Summer Coaching Clinic with Gibraltar Rugby Football Union National Team
coaches. The Summer Camp will take place at the Bayside Sports Centre; Pitch no 2 from Mon 20th
July to Fri 24th
July, 9.30am to
12 noon. A fantastic invasion sport for boys and girls 9 to 14 years of age. The clinic will include speed, agility, tactics, match
play and fitness. .
Contact Tom Tunbridge on email [email protected] or Tel 57753000 for further information and to
book.
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Sailing Summer School
Learn to sail with qualified sailing instructors at the Royal Gibraltar Yacht Club.
Courses for beginners with little or no sailing experience.
Mon to Fri 13th
to 27th
July 9.30am to 12.30pm.
Mon to Fri 10th
to 24th
August 9.30am to 12.30pm.
Courses for young sailors with sailing experience, working towards RYA stages 2, 3 & 4.
Wed to Fri, 22nd to 24th July, 5th to 7th August and 19th to 21st August 9am to 2.30pm.
(For people who are interested in learning to sail but cannot make the above dates, please contact RGYC, details below)
Participants to be between the ages of 8 and 15 years and must be confident in the sea. All will require bathing costume, towel, sunscreen, cold drink, light refreshments and a change of clothing. Contact Mr Sydney Pilcher at the RGYC on 20048847 or e-mail [email protected] to book and for further info.
Swimming
Water confidence, stroke technique, rescue skills and fun are the theme for Tarik Swim School Summer Camps.
Swim camps in the 25m pool for 8 years and over will run weeks beginning 20th
and 27th
July Mon to Fri, one hour per morning,
either 10 to 11am or 11am to 12noon.
(Swimmers in the GSLA25m pool must be able to swim 25 metres & wear swim caps)
Under 8s Non-swimmers Teaching Clinic - GSLA small pool. One week courses Mon to Fri 9 to 9.45am, running from 20th
July, 5
weeks through to 17th
August (Minimum age 4 years). Contact GASA on [email protected] for further information.
To register your child please pop down to GSLA pool between 5 & 6pm Mon - Fri.
Table Tennis
Coaching, fun games and competitions will be organised as part of this years Summer Sports Train from Tues 11th
to Fri 14th
August. Contact Summer Sports Hotline for further info and to book.
Taekwondo
If you would like to try out this fantastic Martial Arts, which consists of patterns, sparring and self-defence, please
come along to our new premises at North Jumpers, Rosia Road on Thursday 20th and Friday 21st August from 10:00
to 12:00. Anyone over the age of 6 is welcome. Sports kit should be worn. Contact e-mail [email protected]
or send us a message via Face book/Gibraltar Taekwondo to book your place. If you're still not sure and need
some additional info, please feel free to visit our website www.gibraltartaekwondo.org. These taster sessions will
be free of charge!
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Tennis
Coaching Clinics at Queensway Tennis Courts for all levels, 5 years of age and over throughout the summer holidays with
qualified coaches. Coaching will take place between the 13th
July and 21st
August.
Contact J. Taylor on email [email protected] or 54024974/ 20065822 after 8pm for further info and to book your
childs place for an enjoyable and fun sport.
Triathlon
Gibraltar Triathlon Association will be organising a week of taster sessions for young people between the ages of 10 and 14
years in the disciplines involved in triathlon from Monday 27th
July to Friday 31st
July. Open water swimming, cycling, running
and the transitions between the disciplines will all form part of the taster session. At the end of the week the Gibraltar Triathlon
Association will plan to hold a Triathlon race for all the participants at Eastern Beach. If interested please contact Akhil Viz who
will advise you on equipment requirements and any further information. Contact email [email protected] or tel
54034115/20071172.
Annual Beach Volleyball Competition & Coaching Beach Volleyball Coaching with GVA coaches will take place Thurs and Fri 16
th and 17
th July at Eastern Beach between 10am and
12noon for children and young people between the ages of 8 and 14 years of age. (Please drop children off at beginning of Eastern Beach near Latinos) Please ensure that all taking part bring drinks, sun cream, a hat, towel and bathing suits.
GVA Annual Beach Volleyball Tournament will take on the Sat 18th July (juniors) and Sun 19th July
(seniors) at Eastern Beach.
Contact Emma on [email protected] or Louise on [email protected] for
further info and to book.
Leisure and Educational activities.
Kings Bastion Leisure Centre
Ten pin bowling, ice skating, cinemas, fitness gym, amusement arcade, games room, internet lounge restaurants and
bars. Contact details: [email protected] / website www.kingsbastion.gov.gi / Tel 20044777
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Royal Gibraltar Police (RGP) Kids Summer Camp
Fantastic RGP Summer Camps discovering all about the work of the Royal Gibraltar Police. There will be a total of six Summer
Camps this year which are to be held throughout the holiday period beginning from Mon 13th
July to Fri 28th
August, between,
9.15am to 12.30pm for 8 to 11 year olds. Full details will be confirmed on booking.
What will be included in the RGP Summer Camps?
The selection test to become a Police
Officer Fun Assault Course
A tour of RGP headquarters at New Mole House, including the cells
and a chance to dress up in the uniform.
Crime Scene Investigations (CSI) Intro
into the department and a chance to
try out fingerprinting and who can
find the suspect (Cluedo).
A visit to the Marine Section of the RGP (make sure you bring sun
block)
Police Dog display - Wash & splash fun day, presentation of certificates (make sure you
bring a swimming costume, towel and sun block)
Limited places - for further info and to book, log onto www.police.gi.
Introduction to Cub Scouts 3rd Europa Scout Group.
Outdoor adventure, team building Activities whist building self-esteem, meeting new friends, gaining confidence,
develops a sense of belonging and most importantly having fun for 8 to 10 year olds.
Taster sessions
Thurs 16th and 23rd July, 10.30am to 12.30pm and Friday 7th August, meet at Governors Look Out, Upper
Rock.
Thurs 30th July, 10.30am to 12.30pm, meet at entrance of Eastern Beach.
Contact Kyra Cabrera on cubs email [email protected] or Tel 54009371 for further info and to
book.
Introduction to Beaver Scouts section
Arts and crafts sessions involving card making, boxes, bunting etc. for 6 to 9 year olds at the 3rd Europa Scout Group
HQ, Montagu Bastion for 6 to 9 year old boys and girls.
Tues 4th, 11th& 18th August. 9.30 to 11am.
Thurs 6th, 13th and 20th August 9.30 to 11am.
Contact Ruth Dignam on email [email protected] or Tel 54010766 for further info and to book.
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Walks through History.
The Gibraltar Museum will once again be offering the very popular Walks through History, between July and August. As in
other years, these walks are designed for children between 9 and 12 years of age. Parents or guardians are welcome to
accompany the children but there is a limit on numbers, so children take priority. The maximum number per group is 20.
Children must bring hats, comfortable clothing, sensible footwear and a drink. We also recommend that they wear sunscreen.
All bookings will be on a first come, first served basis.
Full details on each walk will be available from the Gibraltar Museum Reception (Tel: 200 74289) or at
Childline Gibraltar -Journalism/Creative Media Workshop for Teenagers
Tuesday mornings from 11.30am to 12.30pm - 21st
July to 25th
August, 11.30 to 12.30pm
Child line will be offering creative media workshops for young people every Tuesday morning throughout the summer.
Designing storyboards reflecting issues that affect young people in modern day Gibraltar and developing these into small videos
clips that will be posted in Child lines new website and their Face book page.
Contact [email protected] for further info and to book a place.
Dog Training - Junior handling Courses
The ever-popular dog-handling course is now a permanent feature of the Summer Sports & Leisure programme. The course will
cover topics such as why train your dog, training methods, showing your dog, sportsmanship & etiquette and preparing for
competition. (Participants must take along their own dog and kit including water, towel, dog brush, toys, treats, safety collar
& lead).
Workshops run on Wed and Thurs 14th and 15th
, 22nd
and 23rd
and 29th
and 30th
July 11 - 12.30.a.m. Contact Elizabeth Gonzalez
International Judge/Trainer Gibraltar Kennel Club on 20044479 or [email protected] or [email protected]
further information.
St John Ambulance Young First Aider Courses
First Aid, CPR, Incident & casualty management, Top to toe surveys and much more. Courses to be held at St John House 47
North Mole Road near the GPO Parcel Store. Mon to Fri from 10.00am to 12.30pm.
Course 1 Mon 27th to Fri 31st July - 7 to 10 years. Course 2 Mon 10th to Fri 14th August 11 to 15 years.
Your child will need to bring a pen and notebook and a drink. Contact St John Ambulance on tel 20077390 or e-mail
[email protected] to book your childs place and for further info.
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Catch up Spanish week for non-native speakers and beginners.
Brush up on your Spanish over the holidays Spanish week for 8 to 12 year old non-native speakers and beginners. One hour
sessions over 4 days Mon 20th
to Thurs 23rd
July between 9.30 and 11.30am at the Bayside Sports Centre Lecture rooms.
Contact Belinda on [email protected] or Tel 54011560 for further info and to book. (All proceeds to be donated to
Cancer Research)
Yoga for Children
Introduction to yoga, a great exercise to promote mobility, posture and how to calm for children and young people from 5 to 7
and 8 to 12 year of age. Sessions that will be led by Shianne from the Gibraltar Yoga Centre and will run on Mondays throughout
August at the Bayside Sports Centre Boathouse. Contact Shiannes Yoga on face book, email [email protected] or Tel
57735000 for info and to book.
Activities for Younger Children.
Childrens Corner (GSLA 20th July to 28th August)
Activities organised by GSLA for 5 to 6 year olds and will be held on Mon, Wed and Fri 10am to 12.30pm at the Bayside Sports
Centre. Fun games and imaginative play. Contact [email protected] or the Summer Sports Hotline 20076522 for
further info.
Cheerleading for Minis.
Introduction to cheerleading for 3 to 5 year olds, Thurs mornings throughout the summer at the Bayside Sports Centre. Contact
Gina on e-mail [email protected] or Tel 58008338 for further info and to book.
Pre-School Gymnastics (Tumbling Tots)
Introduction to gymnastic movements for 2 to 4 year olds. Courses will be organised to run Tues and Thurs for a two week
period, 14th to 23rd
July between the times of 10am to 12 noon. Parents are invited to stay and join in.
Contact Gibraltar Rhythmic Gymnastics Association on [email protected] or by face book or Tel 56000772.
Mini Story Telling & Mini Rhyme Time Summer Courses
Fun through reading and song this summer for 2 to 6 year olds with Montessori qualified teacher Jessica Dalmedo-Hook.
Venue Rosia Plaza, Thurs mornings - Dates and times to be confirmed on booking.
Mini storytelling is aimed at encouraging children to join in the Wonderful world of reading whilst learning language and
literacy. Session include brightly coloured and familiar books, props, games, music, creative crafts and lots of fun and
imagination. Max of 8 in each class.
Mini Rhyme time is based on singing and rhymes and introducing percussion, string, woodwind and brass instruments. Contact
Jessica on e-mail [email protected] for further info and to book your childs place.
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Arts & Crafts
The Gibraltar Heritage Trust Learning about the local history of Gibraltar through arts and crafts. Children will learn about Gibraltars heritage and have fun at the same time, making Castles, Mosaic windows, Catapults and much more under the watchful eyes of Elizabeth Farrell and Sarah Devincenzi Venue, Main Guard in John Mackintosh Square for 7 to 11 year olds every Tues and Thurs morning 10.30 to 12.30pm throughout the summer holidays. Contact the Gibraltar Heritage Trust or 20042844 or Elizabeth Farrell on 20076733 for further info and to Book your childs place. Limited places.
Gibraltar Youth Service -Young at Art Workshops
A week of workshops incorporating a variety of different hands-on creative activities such as the use of tie
dye, collages and using stencils for 9 to 12 year olds.
Monday 20th to Friday 24th July, 9am 12 noon at the Youth Centre, Montagu Bastion, Line Wall Road.
Contact Sarah on e-mail [email protected] or Tel 20041948 or 20075020 for further
info and to book. Children can bring a drink and food and their own art supplies if they wish.
ECO Arts Workshops Workshops aimed at helping children discover and create new ways of combining their ideas with green art, introducing them
into the world of drawing, painting, and sculpture through nature.
Young crafters learn about separating paper from plastic, tin from glass and about recognising recycling symbols printed on
packaging. They are encouraged to collect natural materials, pebbles, shells, twigs and leaves which make excellent materials
for their artwork. They are taught of the importance of recycling.
Workshops run Mon to Wed mornings 10am till 1pm at the Botanical Gardens, meet at the arts plateau opposite the entrance to
the Wild Life Park. In addition to this Ania will also be organising Eco Family weekends and a new concept of Eco Spirit into the
future.
Contact Ania Maza on e-mail [email protected] via face book at eco Art Gibraltar or mobile 54024321 for further info
and to book.
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Outdoor Painting with Giorann Henshaw.
This years outdoor painting programme will see budding artists paint some of the fabulous views of Catalan Bay and for the
younger age group the boulevard opposite the Jewish Park at the top of the Commonwealth Park.
Mon 10.00am to 11.30am, the boulevard for 6 to 9 year olds.
Tues 10.00am to 11.30am, Catalan Bay for age 10 years and over. Children need to bring a beach chair, a wide brimmed hat, a drink and a snack. Painting materials to include pencils, pad,
watercolours, brushes, a palette and a bottle of water. Contact Giorann Henshaw on e-mail [email protected] or Tel
20075663 / 54027902 for further info and to book.
Arts and Craft Centre
Happy Crafting workshops with Teresa will run week days from 10.30 to 12.30pm at the Arts & Crafts Centre (Above
Cafe Solo) for 4 to 9 years. All kinds of art and crafting using a variety of materials and imagination to create
fantastic pieces of art from papier mache to ceramic painting to sculptures. All materials provided. Contact Teresa
on Tel 54006059 or Face book, Happy Crafting workshops for further info and to book. (Further classes may be
available over the summer for details contact the Arts & Crafts Shop on 20073865)
Drama Music & Dance
Danza Academy Dancing for all!
IDF & IDO World Champion coach and choreographer Anne Marie Gomez is offering Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Hip Hop,
Improvisation, Body Conditioning and creative Choreography workshops throughout the summer holidays for all levels of
dancer. These sessions serve as a taster for new dancers and to maintain and improve levels for those who already dance.
Jonathan Lutwyche will also be holding dance gymnastic sessions for dance students of all levels. Danzas Summer schools wil l
run three sessions per week for dancers who would like to develop their techniques and dance routines. For further info and to
book your place contact Anne-Marie on e-mail [email protected] or tel 54027111
Stylos Dance Summer Programme Morning Classes available in Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Choreography, Acro, Stretching. Contact [email protected] visit Stylos Dance Studio Face book page or text 54014882 / 54028786 for further
info and to book.
Musical Appreciation and Creativity Workshops Busy Bee Club offers fun innovative creative music workshops for children from 2 - 13 years of age at Stefano's in Catalan Bay. Workshops offer a positive and inspiring
atmosphere that balances learning with fun, engaging all senses and stimulating enthusiasm for learning. All workshops are age
related and encourage children to 'discover through experiences and explorations. Such as in 'Fun In The Sun!', where children
record environmental sounds, collect natural resources from the local beach, make instruments, write, produce and record a
song based on their findings.
To find out more info on other workshops available and how you can get your child involved please contact
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Summer Sports & Leisure Programme 2015
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STAGECOACH SUMMER WORKSHOP A week of the holidays when stars will shine"
From the moment students arrive at the workshop, theyll be caught up in the excitement of fun, hard work and creativity
whilst making new friends. Casting, rehearsing and performing. Working with a professional team of directors, they will develop
confidence and skills in several memorable and inspiring days.
Dates: Monday 20th July until Friday 24th July at St. Christophers School, Shrine Walk Road, Gibraltar
Times: 10.00 am - 1.00 pm Monday to Friday (Ages 4-6) 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Monday to Friday (Ages 7-16)
Contact e-mail: [email protected] or call, Warren on 200 44885 website: www.stagecoach.gi for further info and to
book. But hurry! Places are strictly first come, first served!
Please note all children will need to bring a signed parental consent form on their first
visit to the Summer Sports & Leisure Programme.
For further information www.gsla.gi / Summer Sports Hotline
[email protected] or telephone 20076522.