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GOSLINGYour inside guide to Gosling Sports Park

2 For 1 Spa Days atGosling Park Spa3

New Memberships at Gosling LifestylePage 32

Interview with Commonwealth Games 2014 Silver MedalistPage 4

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More than 60 Classes per week,In One Membership.

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Brand New Ways To Join

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more affordable ways to benefit from our Gym, Spa and Fitness Classes.

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Editor Harry Loft

Design Harry Loft

PhotographyTom WillcocksDan Lambert

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Inspiration from our members

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@kevbre222 RT please taking part in my first triathlon this Saturday :-)

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@clarelovescake Another awesome spin class @GoslingLeisure great tracks! Gonna try double class next week :)

Glad you enjoyed it, we love to hear members pushing themselves!

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GOSLINGSeptember/ October 2014

3 Welcome to GSport

4 After the Games, Alison Waters

6 Junior Activities

8 All about Squats

10 Calorie Corner, Chicken Risotto

11 Fitness Class Timetable, Pullout

12 Welcome to Gosling Park Spa

14 Stacy Chew, Sports Massage

16 Activity Price List

18 Events at Gosling Sports Park

20 Summer of Fun at GoKids Camp

22 Inside Gosling Ski and Board Centre

26 Driving Success at The Driving Range

28 Meet the Member, Kevin Brennan

31 Clocking In with Felicity Chandler

Contents


My parents got me started playing and they took me to tournaments most weekends when I was ajunior. They were and are still reallysupportive and encouraged me to enjoy it which I do.

Also I was very lucky to be involved in the England setup. We are so lucky to have an amazing support system behind us. Through funding from the national lottery and Sport England I get access to coaching, physiopherapist/ doctor, sports psychologist, strength and condi-tioning as all part of the EIS (English Institute of Sport). As well asfunding and flight expenses. With-out all this help I definitely wouldn’t be where I am now and it’stestament to everyone at England Squash that England are one of the strongest nations and we came home with 9 out of a possible 12 medals at the CWG.

Catching up with Alison Waters

Brief outline of your careerStarted playing squash at the age of 5. Won under 12 nationalchampionships at age 9. Squash was always what I wanted to do as a career and so after I finished my A levels I went full time at the age of 18. 12 years later I’m still enjoying it and I love being able to travel the world competing in tournaments doing something I love.

Career highlightsCareer high world ranked 3,currently 6. Represented England more than 50 times at a senior level. I am the National Champion 2014, my fourth time of being so. Silver and bronze medals at CWG Glasgow. In total I have won 13 Women’s Squash Association titles in my career.

Of what do you owe your career to?

Freshly back from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Goslingmanaged to catchup with resident Squash Professional Alison Waters. Alison trains at Gosling Sports Park and is the 2014 British National Squash Champion & World Ranked No 6. Alison and teammate Emma Beddoes won bronze in the Women’s Doubles at the recent Commonwealth Games, as well as silver in the Mixed Doubles with teammate Peter Barker. We caught up with Alison to understand what it’s like to return after such an achievement!

After the Games, Alison Waters


goal has always been to be world number one. The current number one has been there for 8 years so to knock her off will be difficult. I believe in myself and beingnumber one is still my goal.

Lastly, any guilty pleasures?I still watch ‘Home and Away’. I record the omnibus on a Saturday. It gets a bit crazy when I get back from three weeks away and I have about 5 hours to watch. I love it though. It’s my downtime!

You can follow Alison’sachievements on her blog:www.alisonwaters.co.uk@Aliwat1

Also I train hard, squash is aphysically tough game and so I have always worked hard and this isdefinitely key to why I have done well.

Your key motivation beforecompeting at a high level?I love the game. I was a top junior and I knew that with hard work I could achieve things. I alwayswanted to be a squash professional and I love competing. It’s sosatisfying when you have played a good match and the hard work pays off.

Where do you aspire to be?I’m currently 6 in the world and my

After the Games, Alison Waters


Badminton

Beginners & Improvers (6- 14 years) Saturday 9:00 10:00

Dance

Mini Movers (2 - 4 years) Thursday 13:30 14:15

5-7 years Saturday 9:00 9:45

8 years + Saturday 9:45 10:30

Gymnastics

Select Advance & 12yrs+ Monday 16:30 17:30

Mini Development Academy Monday 16:00 17:30

Pre-School Gymnastics (3-4 years) Tuesday 13:30 14:15

Pre-School Gymnastics (3-4 years) Tuesday 10:45 11:30

Gymnastics Beginner/Intermediate (5 - 6 years) Tuesday 16:00 16:45

Development Academy Tuesday 16:00 18:00

Gymnastics Beginner/Intermediate (6+ years) Tuesday 16:45 17:30

Gymnastics Intermediate (8+ Years ) Tuesday 17:30 18:15

Junior Academy Tuesday 17:30 19:30

Senior Academy Tuesday 17:30 19:30

Teen/Adult Gym 13yrs + Tuesday 19:45 20:45

Parent and Child (1-3 years) Tuesday 9:45 10:30

Mini Academy Squad Wednesday 16:00 17:30

Select Advance & 12yrs+ Wednesday 16:30 17:30

Gymnastics Beginner/Intermediate (5 - 6 years) Thursday 16:00 16:45

Development Academy Thursday 16:00 18:00

Gymnastics Beginner/Intermediate (6+ years) Thursday 16:45 17:30

Gymnastics Intermediate (8+ years) Thursday 17:30 18:15

Junior Academy Thursday 17:30 19:30

Senior Academy Thursday 17:30 19:30

Skiing

Kindergarten- 3 - 5 Years Wednesday 16:30 17:00

Improvers Course- 6 - 16 Years Wednesday 17:00 18:00

Beginner Course Friday 17:00 18:00

Junior Ski Club- 6 - 16 years Saturday 11:00 12:00

Junior Ski Club- 6 - 16 years Saturday 9:30 10:30

Kindergarten- 3 - 5 Years Saturday 9:30 10:00



Half Day Course- 6 - 16 Years Sunday 10:30 13:30

Junior Activities


Squash

Squash (8 - 18 years) Saturday 9:00 11:00

Squash (8 - 18 years) Saturday 11:15 13:30

Tennis

Tots Sessions (2 - 4 years) Monday 13:15 14:00

Mini Red Play (5 - 8 years) Monday 16:00 17:00

Junior Play 1 (10 - 13 years) Monday 17:00 18:00



Mini Orange Play (8 - 9 years) Tuesday 16:00 17:00

Mini Red Play (5 - 8 years) Tuesday 17:00 18:00

Junior Play 1 (10 - 13 years) Tuesday 18:00 19:00

Tots Sessions (2 - 4 years) Tuesday 09:15 10:00

Mini Red Play (5 - 8 years) Wednesday 16:00 17:00

Tots Sessions (2 - 4 years) Wednesday 16:15 17:00

Mini Orange Play (8 - 9 years) Wednesday 17:00 18:00

Junior Play 1 (10 - 13 years) Thursday 17:00 18:00

Junior Play 2 (12 - 16 years) Thursday 18:00 19:00

Tots Sessions (2 - 4 years) Friday 13:15 14:00

Mini Orange Play (8 - 9 years) Friday 16:00 17:00

Mini Red Play (5 - 8 years) Friday 16:00 17:00

Mini Orange Play (8 - 9 years) Friday 17:00 18:00

Junior Play 1 (10 - 13 years) Friday 17:00 18:00

Mini Green Play (9 - 10 years) Friday 17:00 18:00

Junior Play 3 (12 - 16 years) Friday 17:00 19:00

Tots Sessions (2 - 4 years) Saturday 13:00 13:45

Mini Red Play (5 - 8 years) Saturday 10:00 11:00

Mini Orange Play (8 - 9 years) Saturday 10:00 11:00

Mini Green Play (9 - 10 years) Saturday 11:00 12:00


Junior Play 2 (12 - 16 years) Saturday 11:00 12:00




Mini Red Play (5 - 8 years) Saturday 9:00 10:00


Mini Orange Play (8 - 9 years) Saturday 9:00 10:00

Trampolining

Beginners/Intermediates (5+ years) Friday 16:30 17:30

Advanced (mixed) Friday 17:30 19:00

Parent & Child (2-5 years) Sunday 10:00 10:55

Parent & Child (2-5 years) Sunday 9:00 9:55

Junior Activities


By Stacy Chew, Personal Trainer

Squats are probably one of the most useful exercises we can do when it comes to exercising. Even though the squat is considered by many to be a leg exercise, it’s really a full body movement that works just about every muscle group in the body. Not only that, but it mimics lots of natural movementpatterns in everyday life. Whether your goal is to gain strength, lose weight strength the core, squats are one of the best and fastest ways to get there.

Squats are a compound movement - which means it’s a movement that uses more than one joint (your hip and knee joints) to complete. A simple body-weight squat uses almost every muscle group in the body – and if you add a dumbbell or barbell into the equation, you can cover every muscle group. In addition to your legs you will strengthen your hips, back and core, yourshoulders and arms. How to SquatStand with your feet slightly wider than your hips. Your toes should be pointed slightly outward – about 5 to 20 degrees outward. Look straight ahead and pick a spot on the wall in front of you. You’ll want to look at this spot the entire time you squat

For a bodyweight squat, put your armseither straight out in front of you,parallel to the ground, or bring your hands to the back of your head with your elbows pointing outwards. Keep your spine in a neutral position. This means don’t round your back, but also don’t hyper extend your back.

Your weight should be on the heels and the balls of your feet. Keep your entire body tight the entire time.

Now, breathe in, bend at your hip and knees simultaneously pushing your bottom back. Keep sending your hips backwards as your knees bend.

Keep your back straight, with yourneutral spine, and your chest andshoulders up. Keep looking straight ahead at that spot on the wall.

As you squat down, focus on keeping your knees in line with your feet. When they start to come inside the toes, push them out (but not wider than your feet).

Squat down until your thighs areparallel to the floor (or as far as you feel comfortable)

Once at the bottom, stand back up, keeping everything tight, breathe out and drive through your heels (keep the

All About Squats, Stacy Chew


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balls of your feet on the ground as well)

Drive your knees out the same way you did on the way down, and squeeze your bottom at the top to make sure you’re using your glutes.

Remember keep your body and core tight the entire time.

For a free consultation with Stacy Chew, you can contact him on [email protected] or ask for Stacy at the Fitness Desk.

All About Squats, Stacy Chew


with Heck Italian Chicken Sausages

Shopping List340g Heck Chicken Italia Sausages1 Onion (70g)2 Cloves of Garlic240g Tinned Canellini Beans500g Chopped Tomatoes3 Stalks of Celery1 Large Yellow Pepper (150g)100g Spinach250g Instant Risotto (Gallo Express)1tsp Paprika1tsp Cinnamon1tsp Dried BasilSalt & PepperLow-cal Spray Cooking Oil

Method1. Chop your onion, prick yoursausages with a fork and add to a frying pan with a little oil.2. In a large saucepan, add your tomatoes, cannellini beans,spinach, garlic, pepper, celery herbs and spices and begin to simmer over a low heat.3. Brown your sausages and onions. Add your sausages and onions into the saucepan with the tomato mix.4. Add your risotto rice, along with 300ml of boiling water, adjust as required. Simmer for 10 minutes.5.Once the rice is cooked and therisotto isn’t too wet or dry, divide your mixture into three and top with some additional basil and blackpepper and enjoy!

The Healthy Bit

33g Protein

464 Calories

70g Carbs

6.3g Fat

Per portion. Nutritional information may vary.

A helping hand to healthy cooking!

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Contents

We are delighted to annouce the launch of the new Gosling Park Spa! After a Summer of refreshing the offering and revitalising the team, we are very excited about the forthcoming launches, events and activities at Gosling.

We have some familar faces that have returned in Georgina and Kate, and added some fantastic new therapists to the team in Carly and Chelsie. The whole team are now fully Decleor trained and we hope you will enjoy the changes in our treatments and service!

We have launched our NEW Loyalty Point Scheme for all clients. You will earn reward points on treatment and retail purchases, which can be redeemed against any full price treatment in our NEW brochure, which will be launched this month.

Please do link with us on Twitter and Facebook to enjoy exclusive online offers and amazing last-minute appointment deals, with up to 50% off!

Welcome to Gosling Park Spa

2 for 1 on Spa Days

Enjoy a day of relaxation with a friend or loved one with this

amazing Spa Day offer.

Book today on [email protected]

We are delighted to annouce the launch of the new Gosling Park Spa! After a Summer of refreshing the offering and revitalising the team, we are very excited about the forthcoming launches, events and activities at Gosling.

We have some familar faces that have returned in Georgina and Kate, and added some fantastic new therapists to the team in Carly and Chelsie. The whole team are now fully Decleor trained and we hope you will enjoy the changes in our treatments and service!

We have launched our NEW Loyalty Point Scheme for all clients. You will earn reward points on treatment and retail purchases, which can be redeemed against any full price treatment in our NEW brochure, which will be launched this month.

Please do link with us on Twitter and Facebook to enjoy exclusive online offers and amazing last-minute appointment deals, with up to 50% off!

Welcome to Gosling Park Spa

2 for 1 on Spa Days

Enjoy a day of relaxation with a friend or loved one with this

amazing Spa Day offer.

Book today on [email protected]


50% Off Your

1st Treatment!

Stacy ChewPT - Massage - Nutrition

A VTCT trained Sports Massage Therapist and YMCA qualified Personal Trainer

Stacy has worked at Gosling for over 7 years.

What is Sports massage?

Sports massage is a form of massage therapy which helps alleviate the stress and tension, which builds up in the body’s tissues during physical activity, stress, tension or skeletal conditions. Its one of the most effective therapies for releasing muscle tension and restoring balance to the musculo-skeletal system.

If untreated there can be build up of tension in the muscles from regular activity which may lead to unneeded stress on the whole body including muscles, joints, tendons and ligaments.

Sports massage can:• Help relieve stress and tension in the muscles• Promote recovery, healing and prevents overuse and injuries, stretch

soft tissue, help prevent injury, reduce muscle spasms restore mobility• Can promote confidence• Improve imbalances in the body • Reduce swelling • Improve formation of scar tissue• Increase blood and lymph flow• Increase supply of oxygen and nutrients to the soft tissue• Remove waste products • Stimulate the nervous system• Can help with pain relief• Stimulate muscle fibres• Improve optimal performance.• Improve muscle and joint flexibility• Speed up the recovery process and aid rehabilitation after injury.• Improve posture

Book in for your half price treatment today by contacting Stacy on [email protected] or 07506 686882


50% Off Your

1st Treatment!

Stacy ChewPT - Massage - Nutrition

A VTCT trained Sports Massage Therapist and YMCA qualified Personal Trainer

Stacy has worked at Gosling for over 7 years.

What is Sports massage?

Sports massage is a form of massage therapy which helps alleviate the stress and tension, which builds up in the body’s tissues during physical activity, stress, tension or skeletal conditions. Its one of the most effective therapies for releasing muscle tension and restoring balance to the musculo-skeletal system.

If untreated there can be build up of tension in the muscles from regular activity which may lead to unneeded stress on the whole body including muscles, joints, tendons and ligaments.

Sports massage can:• Help relieve stress and tension in the muscles• Promote recovery, healing and prevents overuse and injuries, stretch

soft tissue, help prevent injury, reduce muscle spasms restore mobility• Can promote confidence• Improve imbalances in the body • Reduce swelling • Improve formation of scar tissue• Increase blood and lymph flow• Increase supply of oxygen and nutrients to the soft tissue• Remove waste products • Stimulate the nervous system• Can help with pain relief• Stimulate muscle fibres• Improve optimal performance.• Improve muscle and joint flexibility• Speed up the recovery process and aid rehabilitation after injury.• Improve posture

Book in for your half price treatment today by contacting Stacy on [email protected] or 07506 686882

20% Off ALL Facials!

During September


Membership Type

Lifestyle Savings Pass Non-Member

Gosling Lifestyle

Fitness Peak FREE £7.50 £11.50

Fitness Off-Peak FREE £6.50 £9.50

Spa Off Peak FREE £8.00 £9.00

Spa Peak FREE £10.00 £11.50

Fitness+ Spa Off Peak FREE £12.50 £15.50

Fitness+ Spa Peak FREE £15.50 £18.00

Fitness Induction FREE £11.50 £16.50

Classes

30 Minute Class FREE £4.00 £5.00

45/55 Minute Class FREE £5.50 £6.50

90 Minute Class FREE £7.50 £9.00

50+ Session FREE £3.70 £5.20

Tennis September-May

Indoor Off Peak £10.00 £10.00 £15.00

Indoor Peak £20.00 £20.00 £30.00

Outdoor £6.50 £6.50 £13.00

Tennis June- August

Indoor Off Peak £10.00 £10.00 £15.00

Indoor Peak £10.00 £10.00 £15.00

Outdoor £6.50 £6.50 £13.00

Tennis Junior Rates

Indoor Off Peak - - -

Indoor Peak - - -

Outdoor £4.50 £4.50 £13.00

Recreational Ski & Board

1 Hour £7.50 £7.50 £8.50

2 Hour £13.00 £13.00 £15.50

Activity Price List


Athletics/ Cycling

Cycling FREE £4.60 £6.00

Track FREE £4.60 £6.00

Exclusive Track Hire £49.50 £49.50 £52.50

Floodlight Supplement 60mins £3.00 £3.00 £3.00

5-a-side Football Pitches

Off Peak £22.50 £22.50 £29.00

Peak £38.00 £38.00 £45.00

8-a-side Football Pitch

Off Peak £30.00 £30.00 £43.00

Peak £45.00 £45.00 £50.00

11-a-side Grass Pitch

Per Match w/o Floodlights £140.00 £140.00 £152.00

Per Match with Floodlights £142.00 £142.00 £156.00

Badminton

Off Peak £7.30 £7.30 £12.50

Peak £8.80 £8.80 £14.30

Squash

Off Peak 45 mins £6.20 £6.20 £10.00

Peak 45 mins £7.80 £7.80 £11.50

Creche

U2 On Site 1 hour £2.75 £5.50 £8.50

U2 On Site 1.5 hour £3.75 £7.50 £11.50

U2 On Site 2 hour £4.25 £8.50 £15.50

O2 On Site 1 hour £2.75 £5.50 £8.50

O2 On Site 1.5 hour £3.75 £7.50 £11.50

O2 On Site 2 hour £4.25 £8.50 £15.50

O2 On Site 2.5 hour £5.25 £10.50 £19.00

O2 On Site 3 hour £5.75 £11.50 £23.00

Jungle Mania

Under 1’s - £2.00 £2.00

Under 4’s - £3.70 £4.20

Over 4’s - £5.50 £6.50

Activity Price List


Make it a Day to Remember

Did you know that you can have a birthday party,wedding or corporate team building event at Gosling Sports Park? We have a dedicated team of people that

are ready to ensure your event goes off without a hitch.

We are now taking bookings for 2015 but don’t delay as the date you want will not be available for too long.

Some of the events we have already catered for this year include:

Engagement PartiesWeddings

Birthday PartiesAnniversary Parties

Charity Football DaysCharity Gala Dinners

Comedy ClubsTeam Building Days

To name but a few!If you are thinking about an event for next year do not

delay and contact Sarah on the information below.

We look forward to hosting your next event!

[email protected]


Gosling Tennis Membership is a Whole New

Ball Game

tennis club

Contact Devon or Natalie for more details and the best membership option for you!

email: [email protected]


Tales of a GoKids Holiday CampWimbledon afternoon in Week 1, where all children attending camp got to try out a wide range of tricky tennis skills; a World Cup afternoon in Week 3, where we tried our hand at some football skills and the older groups had a competition; and even a Commonwealth Games afternoon in Week 5, where we had our own athletics meeting! These eventafternoons are not only great fun, but they also help to draw thechildren’s attention to the wider world of sport and British athletes within them.

DanceThe girls had some visits from Amy Goodman, Gosling’s very ownprofessional Dance Coach. She taught us funky moves and quirky routines to some of our favourite tunes. The dance sessions were

This summer has been a busy one at Go Kids. From Dodgeball toFencing, Skiing, Tennis, Cricket,Athletics, Taekwon-Do, Gymnastics and everything in between – we have literally tried it all! We have included a few highlights of the summer here, along with some of the things our Leaders and Parents had to say!

Badminton EnglandThe Blue group had a visit from James Craig, a Sport Development Officer from Badminton England. He came down to look at us all playing Smash Up Badminton – a new initiative aimed at encouraging more teenagers to get involved with Badminton. We challenged him to a few of the games and won them all! He took some photographs of us playing, and asked us which games were our favourite. The interviews and photos are being used as part of Badminton England’s socialmedia marketing campaign for Smash Up!

Event AfternoonsThis summer has seen lots of Inter-national sporting events and we’ve held our very own versions atGoKids. We had our own

Summer of Fun, GoKids Holiday Camp


the summer were the fancy dress parties – ‘I love seeing the effort the younger ones put into theircostumes, and we get to dress up too!’

Andy GodboldOne of the leaders that has been looking after our Blues. Andy loves working with children and says that it’s them that make the camps memorable – ‘whether it’s their funny sayings, cheeky smiles or the thanks we get at the end of the day, it’s the children that make Go Kids what it is.’

Feedback from ParentsThis summer has flown by at Go Kids and we’ve had more children than ever before attending our camps. But don’t take our word for it. This summer we received the following feedback results and we couldn’t be more pleased!

‘My kids have enjoyed it here very much.’

94% of people rated us as very good or excellent value for money!

91% of children gave us maximum marks for how much they enjoyed their time at go kids!

October Half Term CampKeep an eye on our website for the timetable, and if you would like to book a place, call 01707-384303 today. We’ll see you there!

loved by the girls attending, and even tempted some of our male leaders to leave football and join in with us instead!

More New SportsGo Kids already offers a wide range of sports and yet we still managed to squeeze some more new ones in! This summer saw the first ever Netball sessions at Go Kids and they went down a storm. Netball is one of the most popular girl’s participation sports – and you’ll be seeing a lot more of it on our future timetables! And after introducing Fencing at previous camps, we have now got our very own fencing kit so we can lead these sessionswhenever we like!

What our leaders saySammie PeacockLeader Sammie Peacock told us that Trampolining was the group’s favourite sport this summer, and that Skiing came a very closesecond! Becky DuffMost memorable moments of

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InformationWelcome to Gosling Ski and Board Centre

As part of Gosling Sports Park, we welcome Skiers and Snowboarders of all abilities to our 160m dry slope and 70m training slope, complete with two ski lifts, open throughout the year.All of our instructors are fully qualified and registered with the sports governing bodies including BASI (British Association of Snowsports Instructors) and Snowsport England.Whether you’re planning your first skiing holiday or just want to improve your existing skills, we’re here to help.

Opening Times

MembershipsJunior £27.50/yearAdult £55/yearSenior £27.50/yearJUNIOR SKI CLUB all the benefits of a General Junior/Toddler Membership plus exclusive access to junior ski club sessions

Ski CampOur ski camps run during every school holiday and have activities suitable for children aged 7-16 years. They will have the opportunity to try both skiing and fun rings. The sessions will run on a Wednesday and Friday 8.30am to 12.30pm at a price of £18 members and £20 non members.

Junior Ski ClubAged 6 to16 yearsA fun way to ski and make new friends! Junior Ski Club is suitable for complete beginners right through to advanced skiers. This sessions are on Saturday morning 9.30 am & 11am for 1 hour. The price includes tuition and equipment hire. To attend the session you will need to pre book and make full payment to secure your place on your preferred session. Please arrive at least 20 minutes before the session is due to start. To book in you can either phone or email us.Member £10 Non-member £15

Winter Opening Times1st October to 30th AprilMon, Wed & Fri 12pm to 9pm Tues & Thurs 10am to 9pmSaturday 9am to 6pmSunday 10am to 5pmOpen practice starts at 1pm on Sat.

Summer Opening Times1st May to 30th SeptemberMon & Tues Closed Weds & Fri 12am to 9pmThursday 10am to 9pmSaturday 9am to 6pmSunday 10am to 5pm

Ski and Board Centre Information


InformationKindergartenAged 3 to 5 yearsCome along and join in the fun every Saturday morning.This fun session is energetic and productive but still with the emphasis on learning the basics. The price includes tuition and equipment hire. This is a pre book and pay session.MEMBER: £5 Non members £109.30am to 10am, 10.30am to 11am and 11.30am to 12noon

Adult Improver NightIdeal for adults who can already ski at a decent level and would like some pointers to practice. You will need to be able to use the ski lift and snowplough turn from the 1st exit of the main slope. This session runs on a Tuesday evening between 7-9pm

50+These sessions are for people over 50 years old who can already ski at a good level. These sessions are on a Thursday morning 10am-12pm

Recreational Ski and BoardThis is an ideal way to get those legs and muscles working and keeps you in practice for your skiing or snowboarding holiday available throughout the year. Come along with friends or family and have a fun afternoon or evening on our slope. The minimum requirement for recreational Skiers and Snowboarders is to be capable of controlling speed and direction by making continuous linked arcs and to be able to use the ski lift. Price includes all equipment hire.

Adult Non Member Junior Junior Non Member1 Hour £8 £10 £5 £82 Hours £13 £18 £9 £13

Private LessonsThis is the perfect way to progress your skiing or boarding at the speed you need, on a one to one basis or in a small group of your own friends. The price below is per hour of private tuition:If you would like longer than 1 hour please ask for a bespoke rate.

Winter Adult NM Junior JNM1 Person £40 £50 £30 £402 People £50 £60 £40 £503 People £60 £70 £50 £604 People £70 £80 £60 £70



InformationRace TrainingThis session is for people who have a lot of skiing experience and would like to learn to race. Please contact the Ski Centre for further information and the details for this is are on the back of this brochure.The sessions are on Friday 7pm to 9pm and Saturday 11am to 1pm.

The prices for the session is £12.50 Member and £20 Non member

Adult Half Day CourseThis course runs on a Sunday morning at 10.30am to 1.30pm. It aims to get people to a recreational standard which is using the ski lift and snowplough turning in control from the first exit of the main ski slope.

Junior Half Day CourseThis six hour beginner course, split over 2 half days, aims to teach you the basics of skiing and how to use the ski lift. Sessions run on selected Sundays, from 10.30am-1.30pm, and are suitable for children aged 7-16 years.

Here are the dates for the 2014 to 2015 season for both Adult & Junior:

Month Course Date

October 1 5th - 12th

November 2 2nd - 9th

3 16th - 23rd

December 4 1st - 8th

5 14th - 21st

January 6 4th - 11th

7 18th - 25th

February 8 1st - 8th

9 15th - 22nd

March 10 1st - 8th

11 15th - 22nd

April 12 5th - 12th

May 13 3rd - 10th

June 14 7th - 14th

August 15 2nd - 9th

September 16 6th - 13th



InformationJunior Term Time CourseThis 8 hour course, split over 8 weeks, aims to teach you the basics of skiing and how to use the ski lift. If you have skied previously, this course will allow you to improve your skills and competence.

Wednesday 5-6pm Intermediate to advanceFriday 5-6pm Beginners

Member £55 Non-member £75

Fun RingsAt the ski centre we have different types of fun rings sessions, both recreational and parties. Booking is essential to avoid disappointment.

Recreational Fun Ring session prices:30 minute session: £5 per child 1 hour session: £10 per child

We have two versions of Fun Rings Parties and prices shown below:

Catered10 Children £13515 Children £20020 Children £26020+ Please call for prices

Non Catered10 Children £9515 Children £14020 Children £18520+ Please call for prices

Gosling Ski and Board CentreStanborough Road

Welwyn Garden City HertfordshireAL8 6XE

Tel: 01707 384384Web: www.goslingsports.co.ukEmail : [email protected]



If you are weak off the tee then be very strict with what part of the range is the fairway and try to create the same mental pressure you put on yourself when you are standing on the first tee every time you hit a drive at the range.

Hire a PGA ProBrian Lewis is our resident PGA pro here at Gosling for many years and has achieved some amazing results. Brian has created a unique facility at Gosling which combines hisunrivalled experience with some of the latest technology includingvideo playback. It really is a brand new experience and the feedback has been amazing! With prices starting at £25 for 30 minutes there has never been a better time to improve your golf at Gosling.

By Richard Parsons

Using The Range properlyHave you ever gone to the driving range and just tried to hit as many balls as you can as far as you can? Does that happen when you play a round of golf? Of course not.

There are all different types of shots you have to play on every hole let alone round. So why not practice as if you are playing a round. Before taking your first shot plan out 18 holes in your head, which ones are Par 3’s, Par 4’s or Par 5’s. For ease I suggest you pick 6 of each. Once this is done then attack your practice as if you are playing the hole until you get on the green.

This will give you a real advantage in your time on the range as well as taking some shots off your round next time round. There is no other sport where people go to practice but don’t at least replicate some in-game scenarios so why should you?

Weak at the tee?

Take strokes off your round at the range

Driving Success, Gosling Driving Range


September OfferFor the month of September only load your card with £100 worth of Golf Balls and we will double it to

£200!! This offer is only available for the month of September and will

not be repeated. Terms apply.


Age51 years

SportPara-Triathlon

OccupationCarer

Member SinceAugust 22nd 2013

What is your favorite aspect about training at Gosling Sports Park?When I walk through the doors you are made very welcome. Gosling Sports Park has everything and more. Staff are always on hand to give advice and to fill up your drink bottles beforehand! (haha)

What is your single greatest fitness achievement?May of this year I cycled 500 miles in only 5 days all for charity. I was very proud of my achivement.

Motivation?Self-motivation. Desire, discipline,

This issue we meet Kevin Brennan, a member who started his Gosling Sports Park journey just over a year ago. Since then, Kevin has completed a 500 mile cycle, all whilst being a para-athlete! Kevin is approachable, and you can’t miss his blue Spurs shirt!

watching and learning from other inspirational people. Miss Becca Hayden (clocking in team member, issue 6) is a massive motivation to me. Her running is inspirational.

Barry “Bazza” James the Personal Trainer at Gosling Sports alsoprovides me with motivation. Also, Julia Easton, the Personal Trainer, really motivates me as well.

What is the top of your workout playlist?Earth Song, Michael Jackson

Top of the bucket list?I have three things left on mybucket list:1. To complete my first triathlon against able-bodied athletes.2. I would also like to complete and finish in the top ten of a para-triath-lon.3. To become a Fitness Instructor/ Personal Trainer.

Lastly, your guilty pleasure?Bread pudding, yum yum!

With Kevin Brennan

Meet the Member, Kevin Brennan


PicturedKevin Brennan standing outside Gosling Sports Park’s Sportshall.

W.G.C Bridge ClubWelwyn Garden City Bridge Club has played at the Sports Park for nearly 50 years. Members provide lessons at modest cost for people wanting to try this fascinating game. We are located on the upper floor of the Sports Hall Building, next to the Trackside Bar.

Beginners Classes on Wednesday afternoons 2-4pm. Contact [email protected] for details.

Beginners Classes on Tuesday afternoons 2-4pm or Tuesday evenings 7.30-9.30pm Contact [email protected]

Tuition also available for those who have someexperience - contact either of the above for details.

Cost is £40 for 6 lessons and over theWinter there are 24 lessons.


PicturedFelicity Chandler on one of her many travels in Provence, France.

Junior Tennis Courses atGosling Tennis Academy

We run a whole host of weekly sessions for players aged from 3 to 18 years run by our friendly, welcoming coaching team.

There is an individual or group session at a time that will work for you. These sessions provide the opportunity to get fit, improve your tennis, have fun and make new friends.

See page 6/7 for a full list!


Most dangerous thing you have ever done?I was a part of the Scuba Diving Club at my Uni, and did my first ever open sea diving as part of our club trip to Tenerife. All was going fine until our Dive Leader signalled ‘shark’ and led us to get a closer look! Definitely more than I bar-gained for!

Motivation? There’s a saying at our Taekwon-Do club – ‘The few who do are the envy of the many who only watch.’ That’s stuck with me since I was little and I live by that. I’d rather be in there giving it a go than watching from the sideline wondering what it’s all about.

Top of the bucket list?To visit Australia!

Lastly, guilty pleasure?Gossip magazines. I hate that I read them, but I just can’t walk past with-out picking them up!

PositionSports and Activities Coordinator

Length of Service17 months

Best part about working for Gos-ling Sports Park?The sheer amount of opportunities available to local people, of all ages and abilities, is what I think makes Gosling really special. The best part of my job is seeing children come in to try our activities and leave with the biggest smiles on their faces, asking to come back again. Seeing them enjoy themselves, at gymnas-tics or Go Kids or in Jungle Mania, makes all of the hard work behind the scenes worth it.

Something your colleagues don’t know about you? I’m very chatty, so there’s probably not a lot they don’t already know! I guess the most obvious is that I do Taekwon-Do and have a IV Dan blackbelt. That always surprises people for some reason!

With Felicity Chandler

This issue we get down and dirty with Felicity Chandler, Sports andActivities Coordinator at Gosling Sports Park. Felicity takes care of thejuniors at Gosling, creating, developing and administering programmes that benefit our younger visitors. Say hello to Felicity, she loves to talk about what we are getting up to!

Clocking In, Felicity Chandler


New Ways to Join

01707-331056or email [email protected]

This September we are launching a new set of cost-effective memberships, for everyone to benefit our range of activi-

Largest Gym in Welwyn Garden City,Spa Pool and Thermal Rooms,

More than 60 Classes per week,In One Membership.

[email protected]

Brand New Ways To Join

Launching 1st September 2014 Gosling Sports Park are bringing brand new,

more affordable ways to benefit from our Gym, Spa and Fitness Classes.

Enquire today to take advantage ofthis unique oppurtunity!

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