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FREE SUMMER COURSESCourse details - 29 July to 23 August 2013

01752 306595 www.summermix.co.uk Plymouth Youth Services

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11 TO 19*?*25 if you have a disability

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WORLD OF WORK...ACCESS TO ARCHITECTURE WOW01 Age Range: 11 - 25

Are you a budding architect or interested in buildings and architecture? If so, this course is for you as you’ll get the opportunity to work with qualified architects, learning about Plymouth’s finest architecture in a real life, hands on, way! You will learn about local buildings, scale drawings and models and as you are based at Devonport Guildhall, will get the opportunity to view Plymouth’s architecture from the top of the recently renovated Devonport Column!Dates: 5 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Real Ideas Organisation (RIO), Devonport

Guildhall, Ker Street, Plymouth, PL1 4ELWeb: www.realideas.org/devonportguildhall

ALL ABOUT PRINTING WOW02 Age Range: 11 - 19

Look back to the start of print, see how it has developed and the many ways it’s now used. Visit some printers and see printing first - hand. Try your hand at basic printing. Find out how printing and the skills used relate to jobs and careers.Dates: 16 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Whiz Kids, City Business Park, Somerset Place,

PL3 4BB. Meet at reception 10 minutes before the start.

Web: www.wkuk.org

ANTARCTICA EXPEDITION WOW03 Age Range: 12 - 18

Henry Evans is a 23 year old marine biologist who graduated from Plymouth University in the UK in 2012. He recently completed the 2 man International Scott Centenary Expedition to the South Pole to celebrate the centenary of Captains Scott’s Terra Nova expedition, arriving at the Pole on the 5 of January 2013. It proved to be a life - changing experience and Henry is now sharing his experiences, by giving talks and workshops to schools, businesses and local groups across the world. Henry will bring in expedition clothing, food, scientific kit, a penguin costume and ice from the South Pole, all of which enhances the interactive experience for the audience. Dates: 5 and 6 August Length: 1 afternoonTime: 1 - 3Venue: LabPlus (7th Floor Davy Building, Plymouth

University), PL4 8AA.Web: www1.plymouth.ac.uk/150/henryevans

BE A MARINE BIOLOGIST FOR A DAYWOW04 Age Range: 11 - 19

Join a scientist from the Marine Biological Association for a fascinating day on the rocky shore. Learn about the amazing marine life of Plymouth Sound, why we need to protect it and what it takes to become a marine biologist.Dates: 30 July, 6 August, 13 August Length: I dayTime: 11 - 3Venue: Blue Sound, MBA, Citadel Hill, PL1 2PBWeb: www.bluesound.org

BUG HUNT AND POND DIPPING SAFARIWOW05 Age Range: 11 - 25

Take part in a fun undergrowth and pond safari in the beautiful surroundings of Antony House estate. A ranger will guide you around and you will discover a range of pond and insect life, as well as learning how to recothem.

The safari times are 1pm to 4pm. Free minibus transport is provided from Plymouth, leaving Rees Youth Centre, Mudge Way, Plympton PL7 2PS at 12.30 and returning to Rees Youth Centre for 16.30.Dates: 5 AugustLength: 3 hour sessionTime: 1 - 4 plus travel (12.30 - 4.30)Venue: Travel from Rees Youth Centre to National

Trust, Antony House, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2QA

Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/antony

BUILD A BIZ WOW06 Age Range: 13 - 19

Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur? We will teach you what’s involved in setting up and running your own micro business. Not only will you learn transferable skills such as how to do a simple cash flow and keep basic accounts, marketing and presentation skills, you will also learn techniques that will help improve your employability for the future. You’ll form a “company” and during the week you will set up and run your own business. Any profit you make, you keep! The business can be continued beyond the course and there will be on - going mentoring for as long as you need it.Dates: 5 August - 9 AugustLength: 5 daysTime: 9 - 5Venue: Whiz Kids, City Business Park, Somerset Place,


Web www.wkuk.org

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ENTERPRISE CITY TEAM CHALLENGE WOW07 Age Range: 14 - 18

Ever thought of a brilliant idea to make money? Wondered how you can get started? Come on our one - day Enterprise City challenge to learn about how you can turn an idea into reality! You don’t have to be an Alan Sugar apprentice - you just need to think creatively and have some ideas to share. Find out how to work your ideas into a real potential business, from a business vision to a finished pitch that can impress others. If you’re looking for an alternative to University or a job straight after school, then being a young enterprise owner could be for you! Come along and meet other people who you’ll work with during the day to find out what it takes to make a business. Improve your confidence and have fun too!Dates: 29 JulyLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3.30Venue: City College Plymouth, Goschen Centre,

Keyham, PL2 2DP. Meet at reception 10 minutes before start.

Web: www.cityplym.ac.uk

GET PLASTERINGWOW08 Age Range: 14 - 25

This one day course is great fun and will enable you to find out about working in this trade. You will learn how to mix up and apply plaster, and you will be amazed what you can achieve in just a day! Please wear old clothes as you will get messy!Dates: 20 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Construction Training South West Ltd, Unit 8 -

11 Lister Mill, Lister Close, Plympton, PL7 4BA.Web: www.constructiontrainingsouthwestltd.co.uk

GINSTERS PASTIESWOW09 Age Range: 14 - 19

Visit one of the largest food producers in the South West. See how pasties are made and learn about food production in the 21 Century. An eye opening visit that shows how a modern food factory operates.Dates: 30 JulyLength: 1 morningTime: 9 - 1Venue: Meet at Plymouth YMCA, Honicknowle, PL5

3NG for minibus to Callington.Web: www.plymouthymca.co.uk

INTRODUCTION TO...COMMUNICATION AND COUNSELLING SKILLS WOW10 Age Range: 14 - 25

This one day course is a fun and practical introduction to Total Communication and Counselling Skills. These skills are useful for building confidence and for people considering careers in health and social care, counselling and many other sectors.

Dates: 7 August

Length: 1 day

Time: 10 - 3

Venue: Reception, Venus Training and Consultancy Ltd, City Business Park, Somerset Place, Plymouth,

PL3 4BB

Web: www.venustc.co.uk

INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING WOW11 Age Range: 15 - 19

Would you love to be a writer but don’t know how to start getting your ideas down on paper? Whether your passion is poetry, lyrics or sci fi, historical novels or fan fiction, this practical two day course will help you to get nearer your dream. You’ll be guided through a series of workshop exercises to kick start the creative process by an established author and learn how to shape your ideas and experiences for a reading audience. By the end of the course you’ll have a finished piece, proofread and edited for your writing portfolio.Dates: 29 July (Plymstock Library) and 23August

(Plympton Library)Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: 29 July Plymstock Library, 10 Horn Cross Road,

PL9 9BU, 23August Plympton Library, Ridgeway, PL7 2AS.

Web: www.plymouth.gov.uk/libraries

INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE WOW12 Age Range: 11 - 25

If you are interested in a career in health or social care, don’t miss this! This taster course is delivered through fun practical activities and includes looking at a variety of different aspects of the job including clinical skills, first aid, communication and feeding and lots more.Dates: 12 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Reception, Venus Training and Consultancy Ltd,

City Business Park, Somerset Place, Plymouth, PL3 4BB


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RADIO PRODUCTION AND PRESENTATION WOW13 Age Range: 14 - 25

Radio production and presentation with a view to putting the skills learned into practice by producing a radio show on the final day to be broadcast on Hospital Radio. Dates: 5 August to 9 AugustLength: 5 daysTime: Monday to Thursday 2 - 5 Friday 10 - 4Venue: Hospital Radio Plymouth, Studio Centre,

Derriford Hospital, Plymouth PL6 8DHWeb: www.hospitalradioplymouth.org.uk

SIM VENTURE - BE YOUR OWN BOSS: RUN A BUSINESS FOR A DAY! WOW14 Age Range: 14 - 19

The best way to learn about something is to do it, and using SimVenture’s awawinning software is the nearest you can come to actually running your own business. If are a budding entrepreneur, this workshop will give you a taste of what it might be like. You do not need experience of using this type of software - everything will be clearly explained. Discover how decisions impact on your start up business, have some fun and see if you can earn your first million!Dates: 22 and 23AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 2.30 Venue: Meet at Reception, Roland Levinsky Building,

University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, PL4 8AA,Web: www.plymouth.ac.uk

www.simventure.co.uk/index.php

SMILE PLEASE WOW15 Age Range: 11 - 19

Interested in dentistry as a career? It’s more than pulling teeth! There are different career choices you can make. Find out more by coming on this interactive and exciting visit. This is your chance to visit a dental education facility, meet members of the team, take a tour of the surgery and use some specialist equipment. We look forwato meeting you!Dates: 13 August (11 - 14) 14 August (15 - 19)Length: 2½ hour sessionTime: 9.30 - 12Venue: Devonport Dental Education Facility, Damerel

Close, Madden Road Plymouth PL1 4JZWeb: www.pcmd.ac.uk

SOCIAL ENTERPRISE - JUST FOR PROFIT? WOW16 Age Range: 14 - 18

Business is not always about making money. Many people run companies that do amazing work in their local area: for people and their environment. Could you be the next social entrepreneur? Come on our one - day workshop and meet others who have done just that. Find out how important these new businesses are to your City and how you can set up a social enterprise: with your friends, your football club or your family. Meet other young people who have creative ideas and develop an idea that could really make a difference to your lives and those around you!Dates: 30 JulyLength: 1 dayTime: 9.30 - 4.15Venue: City College Plymouth, Goschen Centre,

Keyham, PL2 2DP Meet at reception 10 minutes before the start.


TOP TILING WOW17 Age Range: 14 - 25

Why not see if tiling is for you and have a go at tiling on this one day construction course. This is an excellent introduction into the tiling trade which covers a wide range of skills and techniques. Whether you would like to do tiling as a job or become the next big property developer this course is for you! Dates: 13 August Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Construction Training South West Ltd, Unit 8 -


T-SHIRT DECORATION WOW18 Age Range: 11 - 19

Learn about the various methods used for textile and T-shirt decoration. Try your hand at Tie Dye, Batik and heat press. You will get to take home three T-shirts you’ve decorated!

Dates: 2 August

Length: 1 day

Time: 10 - 4

Venue: Whiz Kids, City Business Park, Somerset Place, PL3 4BB. Meet at reception 10 minutes before the start.

Web: www.wkuk.org

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TRY OUT - ART AND DRAMA WOW19 Age Range: 13 - 19

Wondered what it would be like to work in the arts sector? Join our one day taster session to have a go at drama and dance in the Barbican Theatre, then take part in art activities to build your confidence. Ask those questions you have always wanted to ask, have fun, meet new people and show us your creative side!Dates: 5 August (1 course school years 9 - 11, one

course ages 16 - 19)Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Careers South West, 10 - 12 Union Street, PL1

2SR.Web: www.careerssw.org

TRY OUT - CAREWOW20 Age Range: 13 - 19

Want to gain a first aid certificate? Want to help others and see how you can improve their lives? Interested in the care sector and want to find out more? Come and join us and get hands on with a visit to Venus Training who can answer all your burning questions and help you decide if care is for you!Dates: 13 August (1 course school years 9 - 11, one

course ages 16 - 19) Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Careers South West, 10 - 12 Union Street, PL1


TRY OUT - CATERING WOW21 Age Range 13 - 19

Want to test your cooking skills, come and join us for this one day taster session. We’ll visit Saltash College and take part in their catering activities making food from scratch. Then you’ll have a chance to see these skills first hand in the workplace by visiting a large hotels kitchen during service and understand the different job roles needed to succeed. Love to cook and create recipes? Then this is the course for you!Dates: 6 August (1 course school years 9 - 11, one



TRY OUT - IT WOW22 Age Range: 13 - 19

Love computers? Want to work in IT in the future? Come and join us for a taster day where we visit Saltash College to find out what courses you can do in the future, take part in fun activities and visit a local Plymouth company to see how IT works and how it can be a fun career or hobby!Dates: 19 August (1 course school years 9 - 11, one



TRY OUT - SELF-EMPLOYMENTWOW23 Age Range: 16 - 19

Want to be your own boss? Have an idea for your future career or just want to learn where to start? Then this is the course for you - we will be meeting local companies such as Princes Trust who help and support you on the way to Self-employment, giving you real mentor support, funding and help with increasing your networks. We will also have ideas and advice about the successful ways to get into Self-employment from the business team of HMRC - the tax office - who will run a session on Self-employment and their role in enabling success. Free advice and help for your future and your future business success.Dates: 7 August Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Careers South West, 10 - 12 Union Street, PL1


TRY OUT - THE ARMED FORCES WOW24 Age Range 13 - 19

Want to join the armed forces? Work with the RAF team to tackle the challenges they set you, learn to work together, motivate each other and support each other. Later visit Duchy College where these courses prepare you for the way of life that is tough, rewarding and vital for our survival. Think you are tough enough?Dates: 14 August (1 course school years 9 - 11, one



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TRY OUT - TRAVEL AND TOURISM WOW25 Age Range: 13 - 16

Interested in travel? Ever wondered how tourists arrive in Plymouth? Step on boaPlymouth’s tourist transport and find out what happens behind the scenes! This is an opportunity to use the train simulators of First Great Western, meet some current apprentices and see what happens - timetabling, signalling and Transport Police are all included in the morning. For the afternoon you are a guest of Brittany Ferries and will be guided around the ship Armorique to explore the operational activities on board. Visit the ship’s bridge; watch the support team as they ensure a smooth turnaround for the Armorique. There will also be a chance to understand passport control procedures and car management and the “check in” process is also possible on this busy afternoon on board.Dates: 12 August (school years 9 - 11) Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Careers South West, 10 - 12 Union Street, PL1


Interested in work related courses? Have a look at these courses in other sections:

� Attik Youth Dance in Music and Performing Arts � Backstage Pass Theatre Royal in Music and Performing

Arts � Bushcraft in Skills for Life � Dartmoor on your Doorstep in Skills for Life � From Allotment to Plate in Skills for Life � Horse Riding, Knowledge and Care in Skills for Life � Hot Metal: Forging Ahead in Skills for Life � PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience in Sports,

Fitness and Wellbeing � PADI Scuba Open Water Diver Course in Sports,

Fitness and Wellbeing � Sign It! In Skills for Life � Survival (Cook a Three Course Meal) in Skills for Life � Who do you think you are? In Skills for Life

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A DAY WITH THE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE SL01 Age Range: 13 - 17

The Fire and Rescue Service attend a variety of operational incidents from fires to floods. This practical day will give you an insight into these roles through a variety of team building games and practical scenarios using Fire Service equipment and procedures. The day will include: team building games, hose running and fire appliance familiarisation. There will be an introduction to breathing apparatus, breathing apparatus house fire simulation exercise, guide line search, rescue exercise and confined space exerciseDates: 29 July, 5 August, 12 August and 19 August Length: 1 dayTime: 9 - 3Venue: Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service,

STC, Glen Road, Plympton, PL7 2XT.Web: www.dsfire.gov.uk

A TASTE OF JAPAN SL02 Age Range: 14 - 25

Would you like to learn about life in Japan? Our one - day workshop will give you an introduction to all things Japanese including fashion, food and youth culture. The highlight of the day will be a light lunch of sushi that you will help to prepare.Dates: 1 August Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 2Venue: Atlantic Language Service, 3 - 5 Moon Street,

PL4 0ALWeb: www.atlanticlanguages.co.uk

A TASTE OF THAILAND SL03 Age Range: 14 - 25

Would you like to learn about life in Thailand? Our one - day workshop will give you an introduction to all things Thai including fashion, food and youth culture. The highlight of the day will be a light lunch of Thai food that you will help to prepare.Dates: 30 July Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 2Venue: Atlantic Language Service, 3 - 5 Moon Street,

PL4 0ALWeb: www.atlanticlanguages.co.uk

BECOME A PIZZAIOLO - MAKE A PERFECT PIZZA! SL04 Age Range: 11 - 25

Ever eaten a pizza and thought you would change some part it, or even thought you could make a better one yourself? If so this might be the course for you. Here at Diggin’ It we grow all our fruit and veg to organic standards, meaning when you cook with our produce it’s at its best. Come for the day to learn to be a master pizzaiolo. Plan, prepare and make your perfect pizza using our fantastic produce. And at the end of the day fire it in our clay oven and enjoy pizza at its best!Dates: 2, 5, 9, 16, 19 and 23 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Diggin It (Routeways), 45 Penlee Way, Plymouth,

PL3 4DDWeb: www.digginit.org.uk

BIKEABILITY LEVEL 2SL05 Age Range: 11 - 13

Welcome to Bikeability - ‘cycling proficiency’ for the 21 Century! If you’re thinking about getting on your bike, why not complete your Bikeability? It’s fun and gives you the skills and confidence to cycle in modern road conditions.

During Level 2 Bikeability training you will get out on the roads! Level 2 gives you a real cycling experience so that you are able to deal with traffic on short journeys such as cycling to schools.

ACCREDITEDDates: 29 and 31 July, 14 and 15 August, 19 and 20

August Length: 2 daysTime: 10 - 2Venue: Plymouth YMCA, Honicknowle Lane, Plymouth,

PL5 3NGWeb: www.plymouthssp.co.uk/content/bikeability-

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SKILLS FOR LIFE...

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BIKEABILITY LEVEL 3SL06 Age Range: 11 - 13

During Bikeability Level 3 training you will learn the skills to tackle a wider variety of traffic conditions than on Level 2. When you reach Level 3 standayou will be able to deal with all types of road conditions and more challenging traffic situations. The course covers dealing with hazards, making ‘on - the - move’ risk assessments and planning routes for safer cycling.

ACCREDITEDDates: 2 August, 16 August, 21 August, 22 August,

23August Length: 1 dayTime: 9 - 3Venue: Plymouth YMCA, Honicknowle Lane, Plymouth,

PL5 3NGWeb: www.plymouthssp.co.uk/content/bikeability-

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BUILD YOUR OWN CHAIR USING RECYCLED MATERIALSSL07 Age Range: 11 - 25

Over the course of a day you will get the opportunity to convert a standawooden pallet into a chair. This course gives you hands on experience of woodworking and working with tools. You will be guided through the construction process by Diggin’ It staff, so don’t worry if you haven’t got any experience, enthusiasm is all you need! At the end of the day all should have a pallet chair which you can either take home or donate to a local Youth Centre.Dates: 29 July and 12 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Diggin It (Routeways), 45 Penlee Way, Plymouth,


BUSH CRAFTSL08 Age Range: 11 - 17

This fun based one day Bushcraft session will give you a practical learning experience and insight to the wonderful world of bushcraft and survival. During the day you will be guided by local bushcraft and survival expert Craig Grant, through wild places within the Plymouth area where you will learn basic bushcraft and survival skills. You will include useful plants and edible foods which are found growing in your local area, together with building shelters and purifying water. During your day you will learn and experience how our ancestors lived, what tools we used, how we cooked and ate and so much more...Dates: 6 August, 8 August, 13 August, 19 August, 21

AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Plymouth green spaces - to be confirmed.Web: www.craiggrant.org.uk

CAMPING EXPERIENCE WITH SURVIVAL AND EXPLORING SKILLS. SL09 Age Range: 14 - 19

Come for a two day, one night camp and learn from experienced people how to:

� navigate in the dark through woods � cook outdoors your own creation � explore the wilder places using a map and compass on

a route you planned yourself � learn how to prepare for a day’s travel � make a camp � build a fire and toast marshmallows � meet new friends and become a team

You can also get a taster for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Plymouth

All outdoor equipment, transport and basic food included. Dates: 5 - 6 August Length: 2 days 1 overnightTime: 11am Pick up point to be confirmed. Return

Tuesday 6 August 6.00pmVenue: Minibus transport from Plymouth to Camp will

be provided

COMPUTERS INSIDE OUT SL10 Age Range: 14 - 25

‘Log on’ with us to discover exactly what’s inside your computer. This is a practical session in which you will build a computer and then get two or more computers ‘talking’ to each other. On this course the rule is ‘Have a Go’. If you are fascinated by technology or have ever thought of working in the computer hardware industry then you should come along and upgrade your skills.Dates: 31 July and 1 August Length: 1 morningTime: 10 - 12.30Venue: The Pilgrim Centre Reception, Home Park, PL2

3DQWeb: www.argylecommunitytrust.co.uk

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DARTMOOR ON YOUR DOORSTEPSL11 Age Range: 14 - 19

Dartmoor is closer than you think - but do you know the real Dartmoor? Come and join a day of varied and fun activities that will open your eyes to new practical skills, explore Dartmoor’s fantastic landscape and give you a chance to develop some transferable communication and team skills. In the morning we will seek out hidden Dartmoor using a series of activities that bring us closer to nature...and closer to each other! In the afternoon the Sector Ranger, Paul Glanville, will help us put something back - some hawork, some laughs and a few aches guaranteed! Examples of what we might do include cutting back overgrown vegetation to improve access and digging out ditches to help prevent erosion. This day will be very much a taster for the many of varied jobs that Rangers get up to. Dates: 21 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9 - 4Venue: Minibus leaves Rees Youth Centre to go to

Dartmoor at 9amWeb: www.dartmoor.gov.uk

DIY SOSSL12 Age Range: 14 - 25

Do you want to be a bit more independent? Would you like to know how to do basic DIY skills around the house? Then this is the course for you! Come and learn some really useful skills and tips that you will be able to put into practice for years to come. Dates: 22 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Construction Training South West Ltd, Unit 8 -


EMERGENCY FIRST AID SL13 Age Range: 16 - 25

This course leads to a nationally recognised certificate approved by the Health and Safety Executive. The course includes learning about how to respond to; bleeding, burns, heart attacks, resuscitation, examining a casualty and much more. The course covers practical and theoretical elements.

ACCREDITEDDates: 5 - 6 AugustLength: 2 daysTime: 9.30 - 3.30Venue: Reception, Venus Training and Consultancy Ltd,

City Business Park, Somerset Place, Plymouth, PL3 4BB


FOOD SAFETY IN CATERING LEVEL 2 QUALIFICATION SL14 Age Range: 11 - 25

This course will provide successful candiDates:with a nationally recognised certificate which is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health. It is a requirement for anyone wishing to serve food to the public. The course covers: introduction to food safety, the law, hazards, taking temperatures, refrigeration, chilling and cold holding of foods. It also covers: cooking, hot holding and reheating of foods, food handlers’ responsibility, principles of safe food storage, cleaning and food premises and equipment. The course lasts for 8 hours and includes a multi - choice examinationACCREDITEDDates: 8 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9.30 - 5Venue: Oasis Project, 28 Manor Street, Stonehouse, PL1

1TWWeb: www.facebook.com/plymouthoasiscafe

FROM ALLOTMENT TO PLATE SL15 Age Range: 11 - 25

Do you love fruit and veg? Are you keen to learn how to combine ingredients to make delicious dishes? During this course you will work with a professional chef to create delicious food ‘from the allotment’ to your plate using the freshest seasonal fruit and vegetables. What’s more - you get to take home what you make! Dates: 2 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10.30 - 3Venue: Real Ideas Organisation (RIO), Devonport

Guildhall, Ker Street, Plymouth, PL1 4ELWeb: www.realideas.org/Devonportguildhall

FROM THE OCEAN SL16 Age Range: 11 - 25

Do you love fish and seafood and are you keen to pick up tips on how to cook delicious culinary delights from the sea? This course is for people who have a love for cooking and are keen to learn skills and techniques from a professional chef using the freshest local ingredients. What’s more you’ll be able to taste your creations and take them home for others to try! Please bring along a plastic container to take home your tasty creation! Dates: 20 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10.30 - 3Venue: Real Ideas Organisation (RIO), Devonport


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GETTING GLOBALSL17 Age Range: 11 - 14

Do you like exploring hot global issues? Like sharing ideas and getting creative in a friendly, fun environment? Then this course is for you! This is a course where you choose the issues that inspire, anger or excite you. Whether it’s climate change, beliefs, child soldiers or poverty, you will have the chance to look deeply into how things are, and share your views on what we can do about them for the future. Together we will use art, drama, your beliefs, the internet and teamwork to explore the things you feel need to change in the world. Dates: 5 - 9 AugustLength: 5 AfternoonsTime: 2 - 5Venue: PCFCD, The School Annexe, Salisbury Road,

Plymouth, PL4 8QZWeb: www.pcfcd.co.uk

HORSE RIDING, KNOWLEDGE AND CARE SL18 Age Range: 11 - 19

If you like horse riding this beginner’s course could be the one for you. You will learn stable management, horse care, how to groom correctly and how to look after the tack and equipment. You will also learn to ride safely and in control. Please come along and enjoy this fantastic day of activities.

If you have a confirmed place, you must download the Rider Registration Form from the website below, complete and return it to Fitzworthy a minimum of 5 days before the course.Dates: 2 August, 9 August, 16 August, 23AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3.30Venue: Fitzworthy Equestrian Centre, Cornwood,

Ivybridge, PL21 9PHWeb: www.fitzworthyequestrian.co.uk

HOT METAL - FORGING AHEADSL19 Age Range: 14 - 25

This 2 day course will be fun and exciting. You will have the opportunity to “play with fire”, learning how to work with hot metal to achieve creative results and gain new, valuable and practical skills. You will experience hot metal forging using hammers and anvils and have a go on our Power Hammer! You will have the opportunity to learn basic welding technique and use a gas torch to cut some very thick steel like a knife through butter! By the end of day two you should all have a piece you have made to take home and impress your friends and familyDates: 13 August and 14 AugustLength: 2 dayTime: 9.30 - 4.30Venue: Flameworks Creative Arts Facility, 7 Richmond

Walk, Devonport, PL1 4LLWeb: www.flameworks.co.uk

INTRODUCTION TO PLAY WORKSL20 Age Range: 13 - 25

Are you interested in working with children? If you are, then knowledge of Play Work will help you to develop the skills you need. This course will give you the opportunity to explore the importance of play and gain some hands on experience working with children in a play work setting. All students who complete the course will receive an AQA Unit Award.ACCREDITEDDates: 29 - 30 JulyLength: 2 daysTime: 10 - 3.30Venue: Stonehouse Playspace Association, Plymouth

Play Association Building, Union Street, Plymouth PL1 3HB

MARINE CONSERVATION SL21 Age Range: 11 - 25

This three day course will give you an overview of the issues affecting local and global marine habitats. Day one will start with a tour of the Aquarium with one of our marine experts - there may even be a chance to see some sharks having their breakfast! This will be followed by a session on our laboratory to discover more about how pollution and climate change affects marine creatures and their habitats. Day two will allow the group to have a ‘behind the scenes’ look at the workings of the Aquarium and discover more about the careers available in the marine field. After lunch the group will be set the challenge of creating a marine awareness campaign for their favourite creature or habitat. Finally on Day three, we will meet the group at the Aquarium to gets some hands on experience with some of our rockpool critters. We will then walk to the Mount Batten ferry and travel over to Batten Bay for a rockpooling session! You will discover the amazing diversity of life along out own shore lines and why Plymouth Sound has been designated a European Marine Site. By the end of the course, you will have developed a greater knowledge and understanding of marine conservation issues and have a better idea of the career options available to those interested in science subjectsDates: 5 to 7 August and 19 to 21 Length: 3 daysTime: Day 1: 10 - 1.30, Day 2: 11 - 3.30, Day 3: (tide

dependent) 10 - 1Venue: National Marine Aquarium, Reception, Rope

Walk, Coxside, Plymouth, PL4 0LFWeb: www.justaddh2o.tv

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MUFFIN VS CUPCAKESL22 Age Range 11 - 25

This is a baking course with a difference, over the course of the day you will learn how to bake the best muffins, cupcakes or both, personalise them by using different coloured frostings and decorations and then decide for yourself which is best. Where possible all ingredients will be locally grown and organic. All participants will end the day with spare cupcakes/muffins to take home in a presentation box.Dates: 30 July, 6 August, 13 August and 20 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Diggin It (Routeways), 45 Penlee Way, Plymouth,


PAEDIATRIC FIRST AID SL23 Age Range: 16 to 25

This course leads to a nationally recognised certificate approved by the Health and Safety Executive. The course includes First Aid techniques that are specific to infants aged 0 - 1, and children aged from 1 year old to the onset of puberty. The course covers practical and theoretical elements and would be a great course if you’re thinking about choosing a career working with babies and infants. From babysitting to becoming a nurse this is the course for you! ACCREDITEDDates: 8 - 9 AugustLength: 2 daysTime: 9.30 - 3.30Venue: Reception, Venus Training and Consultancy Ltd,

City Business Park, Somerset Place, Plymouth, PL3 4BB.


PAINT, CREATE, AND DECORATESL24 Age Range: 14 - 25

Do you love painting? Are you creative? Do you like colour? If you want to have a go at painting and decorating come and try out this one day course. It will give you a chance to see if it’s something you enjoy, working with our professional painting and decorating tutors. Please wear old clothes. Dates: 19 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Construction Training South West, Units 8 - 11

Lister Close, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 4BAWeb: www.constructiontrainingsouthwestltd.co.uk

RASPBERRY PI (BASIC COMPUTER PROGRAMMING) SL25 Age Range: 12 - 18

Have you ever wanted to program computers but didn’t know how? Well we’ll be teaching people (even absolute beginners) how to use and start making things with an interactive Raspberry Pi workshop. The Raspberry Pi is an exciting device aimed at bringing computer programming to the masses. This new technology is a low - priced, single - boacomputer that fits in the palm of your hand! The idea behind the Raspberry Pi is to provide a computing environment where children and young adults can have the freedom to program without having any previous experience or expertise. So why not give it a try?Dates: 14 AugustLength: 1 afternoonTime: 1 - 3Venue: Plymouth University Room 109 Babbage

building, Drakes Circus, PL4 8AAWeb: www.plymouth.ac.uk

SIGN IT! SL26 Age Range: 11 - 19

Why not learn a new language this summer - what about Sign Language? With over 9 million deaf or hearing impaired people in the UK, it’s a language you’re likely to find useful. This is a course with active participation and during the workshops you will take part in role play, learning how to communicate using British Sign Language, holding ‘signed’ conversations about yourself, food, family life and hobbies. The course also improves your general communication skills and gives you some insight into careers for interpreters or working with people with disabilities. With a national shortage of trained interpreters, this is a skill that’s likely to improve job prospects and for those who enjoy this introduction, it could pave the way to a new career path.Dates: 30 - 31 July (11 - 14 years) 1 - 2 August (14 - 19

years)Length: 2 afternoonsTime: 1 - 3Venue: The Pilgrim Centre Reception, Home Park,

Plymouth, PL2 3DQWeb: www.pafc.co.uk/page/PilgrimCentre

SURVIVAL (COOK A THREE COURSE MEAL) SL27 Age Range: 11 - 19

Plan, budget, shop, and prepare a three course meal to take home. Learn about basic food hygiene, health and safety in the kitchen, healthy eating and basic survival cooking.

Bring 3 containers to take home your meal.Dates:15 August Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Whiz Kids, City Business Park, Somerset Place,


Web: www.wkuk.org

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SWEET TREATS AND DESSERTS SL28 Age Range: 11 - 25

Do you have a sweet tooth? This course is for people who have a love for cooking and are keen to learn skills and techniques from a professional chef using the freshest local ingredients. What’s more, you’ll be able to taste your creations and take them home for others to try! Please bring along a plastic container to take home your tasty creation!Dates: 7 August and 21 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10.30 - 3Venue: Real Ideas Organisation (RIO), Devonport


TEAM BUILDING AND LEADERSHIP SL29 Age Range: 11 - 15

An exciting one day adventure experience which will build your leadership skills. You will take part in outdoor adventure activities including climbing, orienteering, bush craft, rope work and much more, aimed at people who like a challenge!Dates: 1 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9.30 - 5Venue: Plymouth YMCA, Kitto Centre, Honicknowle

Lane, Plymouth, PL5 3NGWeb: www.plymouthymca.co.uk

WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?

SL30 Age Range: 11 - 25

You could start your own family tree on this course. You will have a short introduction to the range of materials and information held at the Plymouth West Devon RecoOffice. Gain an insight into the rich culture and history of the city and get a taste of the skills needed to carry out research into a whole range of topics.Dates: 19 AugustLength: One morning or afternoon sessionTime: 9.30 - 12.30 or 1.30 to 16.30Venue: Plymouth and West Devon RecoOffice, Unit 3,

Clare Place, PL4 0JWWeb: www.plymouth.gov.uk/archives

WILD FOOD FORAGING SL31 Age Range: 11 - 19

This one day course will combine a wild food foraging walk, where you will learn how to source food from local hedgerows and come back and cook with it! Working with a wild food specialist and chef, you will learn that there are several plants we walk past every day that you can eat and combined with other locally produced food taste delicious! You will get to take home what you make!Dates: 6 August Length: 1 dayTime: 10.30 - 3Venue: Real Ideas Organisation (RIO), Devonport


YOUNG FIRST AIDER LEVEL 1 SL32 Age Range: 11 - 25

This informal and fun course will cover cuts grazes and minor bleed injuries as well as learning how to put a casualty into the recovery position. There will be simulated injuries and Time: to practice dressings and other treatments.Dates: 29 July, 5 August, 12 August and 19 AugustLength: 1 MorningTime: 10 - 1Venue: Plymouth University, Meet at reception Roland

Levinsky Building, Drakes Circus, PL4 8AAWeb: www.plymouth.ac.uk

Interested in courses that build your skills for life? Have a look at these courses in other sections:

� All about Printing in World of Work � Antarctica Expedition in World of Work � Basic Sewing in Art and Fashion � Becoming a Sport Professional in Sports, Fitness and

Wellbeing � Bug Hunt and Pond Dipping Safari in World of Work � Build a Biz in World of Work � Introduction to Delivering Sport for Young People

with Disabilities in Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing � Introduction to Sports Coaching in Sports, Fitness and

Wellbeing � Manga Concept Art in Art and Fashion � Rags to Riches: Customise and Up - cycle Clothing in

Art and Fashion � SIM Venture - Be your own boss: run a business for a

day! In World of Work � Step up for Respect in Art and Fashion � Super Hero in Art and Fashion � Taster Sailing Sessions in Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing � Try Out - Catering in World of Work � Try Out - Self-employment in World of Work

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BASKETBALL TASTER DAY SFW01 Age Range: 11 - 16

Come and join us on a basketball taster day and experience the fun and physical aspects of learning to play basketball. You will receive an AQA Award in basketball and the opportunity to build on your basketball experience through joining other Plymouth Marjon Basketball sessions. Plymouth Marjon Basketball Club is the development club for Plymouth Marjon Raiders.ACCREDITEDDates: 31 July, 7 August, 14 August, 21 August Length: 1 DayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Plymouth Marjon Basketball Club, University

of St Mark and St John, Sports Hall, Derriford Road, Plymouth, PL6 8BH

Web: www.marjon.ac.uk

BECOMING A SPORT PROFESSIONAL SFW02 Age Range: 11 - 19

Do you want to understand the role of a coach? During the day you can improve your skills within football and get the opportunity to learn a coach’s role and responsibilities. Qualified Plymouth Argyle FC coaches will use practical and theory based sessions to guide you through how a coach delivers a session, organises coaching sessions and the health and safety aspects of delivering safe football sessions. Dates: 29 July Length: 1 DayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Home Park, Plymouth, PL2 3DQWeb: www.pafc.co.uk/page/PilgrimCentre

BOXING SFW03 Age Range: 13 - 19

Would you like to learn how to box and improve your fitness? You will be taught your stance, guard, footwork, straight punches to head and body and how to defend yourself. Work towards your Preliminary Boxing Award. ACCREDITEDDates: 3August, 10 August, 17 August and 24 August Length: 4 x1 hour 4 week course, one hour per week.Time: 6.30 - 7.30pmVenue: Hamoaze House, Mt Wise Neighbourhood

Centre, 75 Clowance St, PL1 4JQ

BOXING FOR GIRLSSFW04 Age Range: 13 - 19

Would you like to learn how to box and improve your fitness? You will be taught your stance, guard, footwork, straight punches to head and body and how to defend yourself. Work towards your Preliminary Boxing Award. Girls only group.ACCREDITEDDates: 29 July, 5 August, 12 August and 19 AugustLength: 4 x1 hour, (4 week course, one hour per week)Time: 6.30 - 7.30pmVenue: FoYouth and Community Centre, Cambridge

Road, PL2 1PU

BSAC DOLPHIN SNORKELLINGSFW05 Age Range: 11 - 19

Dive in and explore the amazing marine life of Plymouth Sound! A chance for people who are confident in the water to gain BSAC Dolphin Snorkeller qualifications. Qualified snorkel instructors and marine biologists will teach you to snorkel confidentially and to discover the underwater world of the sound. By the end of the two days you will hopefully be diving down and swimming through the seaweed in search of fish and other marine creatures! ACCREDITEDDates: 19 August - 20 AugustLength: 2 daysTime: 10 - 4Venue: Meet at Marine Biological Association, Citadel

Hill, PL1 2PBWeb: www.bluesound.org

CRICKET SUMMER MADNESSSFW06 Age Range: 11 - 14

Get involved with this cricket course. There will be a mixture of batting, fielding and bowling (including how to bowl spin). There will also be lots of fun games and an opportunity to bat and bowl in indoor nets.Dates: 19 August - 21 AugustLength: 3 daysTime: 8.30 - 1.30Venue: Meet in the Foyer in the Sports Area, Marine

Academy Plymouth, Trevithick Road, Plymouth, PL5 2AF

SPORTS, FITNESS AND WELLBEING...

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EXPERIENCE SNORKELLINGSFW07 Age Range: 11 - 19

A chance to try snorkelling for the first time and gain a BSAC Experience Snorkelling qualification. Snorkel instructors will show you how to use a mask snorkel and fins safely and marine biologists will introduce you to some of the marine life in Plymouth Sound!ACCREDITEDDates: 31 July, 7 August, 21 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 11 - 3Venue: Devil’s Point Beach (Firestone Bay), Stonehouse

PL1 3QRWeb: www.bluesound.org

FOOTBALL FOREVER SFW08 Age: 11 - 19

This three day course will involve safe, fun learning sessions of football. This is an opportunity to improve your confidence, motivation and get involved in local sports. You will get the opportunity to improve your skills within football. The days consist of coaching sessions delivered by Plymouth Argyle FC, fun games, small sided games and the opportunity to see behind the scenes at Plymouth Argyle FC.Dates: 12 - 14 AugustLength: 3 daysTime: 10 - 3Venue: Plymouth Argyle Football Club, Home Park,

Plymouth, PL2 3DQWeb: www.pafc.co.uk/page/PilgrimCentre

INTRODUCTION TO CANOEINGSFW09 Age Range: 11 - 19

Learn about the fantastic sport of canoeing on this 1 day introductory course. Our experienced instructors will teach you how to canoe - before guiding you on a trip where you’ll have the opportunity to put these skills into practice. We’ll develop your water confidence, increase your water safety awareness and of course fit in some time for canoe polo!Dates: 30 July, 31 July, 6 August, 8 August, 13 August, 15

August, 20 August, 22 August Length: 1 dayTime: 9 - 4.30Venue: Mount Batten Water sports and Activities

Centre, 70 Lawrence Road, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 9SJ

Web: www.mount-batten-centre.com

INTRODUCTION TO DELIVERING SPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES SFW10 Age Range: 13 - 19

Want to make a difference to the lives of young people with disabilities? Come on this two day practical course and develop your knowledge and understanding of the barriers to participation. Develop a skill base that will give you the confidence to communicate and work with young people with disabilities. All participants at the end of the course will be offered voluntary work within a youth disability sport and activity club if they would like this. This course could change your life forever.Dates: 12 - 13 August (14 - 19) 14 - 15 August (13 -

19)Length: 2 daysTime: 9.30 - 4.30Venue: Plymouth YMCA, Honicknowle Lane,

Honicknowle, PL5 3NGWeb: www.plymouthymca.co.uk

INTRODUCTION TO DIVINGSFW11 Age Range: 13 - 19

Would you like to learn to dive? Come to the world class diving facility at Plymouth Life Centre. Diving involves leaping and springing into water, while trying to perfect a series of perfect body positions. But it is also very strictly controlled. If you want to learn more and have not completed a dive course before, enrol on this introductory course, complete the four sessions and you will be taught the basics to enable you to dive safely.Dates: 31 July, 7 August, 14 August and 21 AugustLength: 4 x1 hour, (4 week course, one hour per week)Time: 8.15pm - 9.15pmVenue: Plymouth Life Centre, Central Park, PL2 3DGWeb: www.everyoneactive.com

INTRODUCTION TO HAWK 20 SAILINGSFW12 Age Range: 11 - 19

Learn sailing with the Mount Batten Centre on boaour Hawk 20 Keelboats. Be amazed at the skills and knowledge you’ll gain on this short introductory course whilst sailing in the picturesque and historical Plymouth Sound. You’ll learn the basics of sailing and being part of a crew, all under the supervision of our experienced skippers.Dates: 29 July, 5 August, 12 August, 19 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9 - 4.30Venue: Mount Batten Watersports and Activities



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INTRODUCTION TO KAYAKINGSFW13 Age Range: 11 - 19

This is the perfect introduction to the fun and action packed sport of kayaking. You will learn basic boat handling skills, play kayak polo and go on a short journey. We can guarantee that you will come away smiling.Dates: 31 July, 1 August, 7 August, 9 August, 14 August,

15 August, 21 August, 22 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9 - 4.30Venue: Mount Batten Water sports and Activities



INTRODUCTION TO ROCK CLIMBINGSFW14 Age Range: 11 - 19

Climbing is a fantastic sport for challenging yourself both physically and mentally. Visit the Mount Batten Centre and we’ll show you how much fun climbing can be on this introductory course suitable for all abilities. We’ll also look at how to be safe whilst climbing, learn some essential knots and develop your movement skills.Dates: 6 August, 13 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9 - 4.30Venue: Mount Batten Water sports and Activities



INTRODUCTION TO SPORTS COACHING SFW15 Age Range: 14 - 19

Want to get into Sports Coaching? With support from Plymouth Sports Academy you will develop your teamwork skills, leadership styles, communication and social skills by taking part and having fun playing DODGEBALL, BASKETBALL, BOXING, BADMINTON and more. Explore your potential and GET INVOLVED! You will also work to achieve the Amateur Boxing Association Preliminary Boxing Award.ACCREDITEDDates: Course 1: 29, 31 July and 1 August (12 - 4pm)

plus 6 and 7 August 11 - 3pm and 9 August 11 - 2pm

Course 2: 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 August 11 - 3pm

Length: 6 daysTime: varied, see aboveVenue: Course 1: Plymouth Life Centre, Central Park,

PL2 3DG Course 2: Ernesettle Sports Hall, Ernesettle

Lane, Plymouth PL5 2EY Web: www.plymouth-sports-academy.co.uk

INTRODUCTION TO WIND SURFINGSFW16 Age Range: 11 - 19

Windsurfing is wet, wild and tons of fun - so this is your opportunity to try this fantastic watersport! On the day you’ll be taught how to windsurf across the wind, how to turn your windsurf boaand about key safety aspects of windsurfing.Dates: 2 August, 23AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9 - 4.30Venue: Mount Batten Water sports and Activities



JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEADER’S AWARD SFW17 Age Range: 13 - 19

Interested in Football? Want to do more than just play. An introduction to Leadership skills that may be used within the game and beyond. You’ll learn about assisting with Football activity sessions, helping with a team, different types of Football Events and have an introduction to refereeing. On completion of the course you will have information about continuing to develop your skills.ACCREDITEDDates: 20 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Plymouth Life Centre, Central Park, PL2 3DGWeb: www.devonfa.com

LEVEL 1 AWARD IN SPORTS LEADERSHIP SFW18

Age Range: 13 - 16

Want a career in sport? Want to start gaining qualifications? The Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership will provide skills in planning, leadership, health and officiating. At the end of the course you will gain a nationally recognised sport qualification.ACCREDITEDDates: 5 - 9 AugustLength: 5 daysTime: 9.30 - 4Venue: Plymouth YMCA, Kitto Centre, Honicknowle

Lane, Honicknowle, PL5 3NGWeb: www.plymouthymca.co.uk

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MIAS JUNIOR MOUNTAIN BIKE LEADERSFW19 Age Range: 16 - 18

Mountain bike instructor training with Fully Sussed. If you love riding your bike, and think you could teach others to do the same, the MIAS awawill set you on the path to becoming a mountain bike instructor. The Junior Leader qualification allows young riders to instruct groups alongside an adult leader. At the age of 18, a refresher course and a short assessment can see you upgraded to a Level 2 leader and leading groups independently. The course syllabus; Group management and communication, navigation and route planning, risk assessment, equipment checks, riding skills, basic bike maintenance and understanding the weather.ACCREDITEDDates: 30 July and 1 AugustLength: 2 daysTime: 9 - 4Venue: Meet at Newnham Park Shooting Ground,

Plympton, PL7 5BN. At the park follow signs to the Shooting ground for approximately one mile. Keep going until you reach the large car park. You will be met there.

Web: www.fullysussed.co.uk

NATIONAL POOL LIFEGUAQUALIFICATIONSFW20 Age Range: 16 - 19

Here is a fantastic chance to gain the qualification needed to work as a lifeguain swimming pools. You’ll learn water rescue skills, CPR, first aid and learn how to use a defibrillator with this qualification that may be lifesaving! You will need to attend a pre - assessment before the start of this course on Tuesday 30 July at 8.30pm at the Life Centre. You must be able to: jump/dive into deep water, swim 50 meters in no more than 50 seconds, swim at least 100 meters continuously on both your front and back, tread for 30 seconds in deep water, surface dive to the floor of the pool and climb out of the pool unaided. Most importantly you must be able to attend 100% of the sessions and the final examination. ACCREDITEDDates: 12 - 17 August and 19 - 24 August Length: 6 days Mon - Sat Time: - 9 - 6Venue: Plymouth Life Centre, Mayflower Drive,

Plymouth, PL2 3DG

PADI DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING EXPERIENCESFW21 Age Range: 13 - 19

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? The PADI Discover Scuba Diving programme is your ticket to experience the thrill of diving for the very first time! Your instructor will talk through with you how the equipment works and some basic diving theory before you hit the pool to learn basic diving skills, explore the underwater world and even have Time: for under water challenges, games and photos.

If you have a confirmed place medical forms need to be downloaded from http://www.indeep.co.uk/content/content.numo?ida=3andidas=16 and sent to In Deep a minimum of 2 weeks before the course date, with a GP’s signature if required. You must be a competent and confident swimmer to attend this course.Dates: 30 July, 31 July and 6 AugustLength: 1 afternoonTime: 12 - 4Venue: Meet at reception in Plymouth College, FoPark,

Plymouth, PL4 6RNWeb: www.indeep.co.uk

PADI SCUBA OPEN WATER DIVER COURSESFW22 Age Range: 15 - 19

If you’ve always wanted to learn how to scuba dive, breath underwater, discover new adventures and see the wondrous world beneath the waves, this is where it starts with your PADI Scuba Certification! The course comprises of diving theory development, confined water sessions in the pool and open water diving over 5 days.

If you have a confirmed place medical forms need to be downloaded from http://www.indeep.co.uk/content/content.numo?ida=3andidas=16 and sent to In Deep a minimum of 2 weeks before the course date, with a GP’s signature if required. You must be a competent and confident swimmer to attend this course.ACCREDITEDDates: 19 - 23AugustLength: 5 daysTime: 9 - 3Venue: In Deep Dive Centre, Unit 4, Mount Batten

Water Sports Centre, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 9SJ

Web: www.indeep.co.uk

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RAMP IT UP!! SFW23 Age Range: 11 - 19

This 3 day course is aimed at any young skater who is keen to learn how a skateboaramp it made. It will combine hands on experience working with professional carpenters who have a love and shared passion for skateboarding. The course will aim to teach the young people basic carpentry skills so they can learn to create their own skateboaramp that they can skate on at the end of the three days!Dates: 5 to 7 AugustLength: 3 daysTime: 10 - 3Venue: Real Ideas Organisation (RIO), Devonport


ROCK START SFW24 Age Range: 13 - 19

Experience the amazing indoor climbing wall at Plymouth Life Centre. Challenge yourself to climb stronger and higher, taking risks to see how high you can reach. Work through the levels of our in - house Climbing Award, learning how to belay, abseil, tie knots used in climbing and safety on the climbing wall.ACCREDITEDDates: 30 July, 6 August, 13 August and 20 August Length: 4 x 1.5 hour courseTime: 5.30 - 7pmVenue: Plymouth Life Centre, Mayflower Drive,

Plymouth, PL2 3DGWeb: www.high-sports.co.uk/climbing_site.

php?site=plymouth

SUMMER SOCCER SCHOOLSFW25 Age Range: 11 - 19

This two day course will give you the chance to develop your football skills and team skills. It will also give you an opportunity to get professional feedback from coaches. Using the guidance of UEFA qualified coaches and everything Argyle, you can try new skills, improve on previous skills and be involved in a positive football environment run by your local professional football club. You will also get an opportunity to see behind the scenes at Plymouth Argyle FC.Dates: 19 and 20 AugustLength: 2 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Plymouth Life Centre, Central Park, PL2 3DGWeb: www.pafc.co.uk/page/PilgrimCentre

SUMMER TRAMPOLINE CLUB SFW26 Age Range: 11 - 25

A fun and enjoyable introduction to trampolining here at Hamoaze House delivered by our qualified instructors. All participants can achieve up to level 4 British Trampolining Proficiency Awards. Please remember to wear shorts or trousers (Tracksuit bottoms are best) and bring an extra pair of socks. ACCREDITEDDates: 12 August, 14 August, 16 August, 19 August, 21

August and 23AugustLength: 1 sessionTime: 2 - 4Venue: Hamoaze House, Mount Wise, Plymouth, PL1

4JQWeb: www.hamoazehouse.org.uk

TASTER SAILING SESSIONS SFW27 Age Range: 11 - 25

This could be a course for the adventurous who would one day like to sail the Atlantic Ocean, or maybe just sail around Plymouth Sound. We live in a lovely part of the country with the sea on our doorstep, so come along and take advantage by learning the basics of sailing techniques with qualified tutors. This course will give you confidence on the water and introduce you to the sport of sailing.Dates: 2 August, 9 August, 16 August, 23AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Horizons, 5 Richmond Walk, Plymouth, PL1 4LLWeb: www.horizonsplymouth.org

Interested in sports, fitness and wellbeing courses? Have a look at these courses in other sections:

� Attik Youth Dance in Music and Performing Arts � Bikeability Level 2 in Skills for Life � Bikeability Level 3 in Skills for Life � Bushcraft in Skills for Life � Dartmoor on your Doorstep in Skills for Life � Get the Celebrity Style in World of Work � Horse Riding, Knowledge and Care in Skills for Life � Street Dance in Music and Performing Arts � Team Building and Leadership in Skills for Life � Try Out - The Armed Forces in World of Work

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ATTIK YOUTH DANCE MPA01 Age Range: 11 - 19

Are you aged between 11 - 19? Do you have a passion for dance? Come and join Attik Dance for the day at the Dance Studio 307, Roland Levinsky Building. Work with a professional dance company for the day, and dance with Artistic Director Benjamin Dunks and Lead Practitioner Clair Beckett of Attik Dance. Learn contemporary dance techniques, and work creatively towards a performance piece for a sharing with friends and family at the end of the day. The experience doesn’t just stop there, Attik Dance run a weekly youth dance company and free break dance lessons in Plymouth, this could be your chance to work regularly with Attik Dance and begin training to becoming a professional dancer. Please wear loose clothing, and be prepared to work in bare feet. Please bring a packed lunch and water. Date: 29 July, 31 JulyLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: The Dance Studio 307, Roland Levinsky Building,

Plymouth University, Drakes Circus PL4 8AAWeb: www.attik.org.uk

BACKSTAGE PASS THEATRE ROYAL MPA02 Age Range: 14 - 18

A shortened version of the Theatre Royal’s hugely popular Company 15 work experience programme. Over 3 days learn about a range of careers in theatre and try out skills in acting, theatre design, and get an insight into how a production makes it to the stage. The course will include a tour of TR2, our production and education centre, and an opportunity to see the Young Company’s Summer show.

Date: 12 - 14 August Length: 3 daysTime: 10 - 4Venue: TR2, Theatre Royal 12 Neptune Park, Plymouth,

PL4 0SJWeb: www.theatreroyal.com

HIP HOP BOOT CAMPMPA03 Age Range: 11 - 25

Street factory Hip Hop Dance School will give you an ultimate Hip hop experience, teaching you skills in Rapping/Hip hop dance/Drama/Graffiti, then at the end of the week you will showcase your new found talents to your Family and Friends.Date: 29 - 31 July Length: 3 daysTime: 10 - 3Venue: Street Factory Studios, 35 - 36 Cobourg Street,

PL1 1SPWeb: www.streetfactorystudios.com

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC AND DJ TECHNOLOGYMPA04 Age Range: 14 - 25 Years

In this three day course you will learn the basics of recording a range of instruments, DJ and remixing skills and how to programme beats. You will work on short real world projects that you will mix and be able to take home at the end of the course. The course will be run at dBs Music’s, state of the art studios and facilities in the centre of Plymouth with experienced and enthusiastic tutors.Date: 5 - 7 August Length: 3 daysTime: 10 - 4Venue: dBs Music (Seep Blue Sound Ltd) 6 Elizabeth

Court, Higher Lane, Plymouth, PL1 2ANWeb: www.dbsmusic.co.uk

STREET DANCE MPA05 Age Range 11 - 25

This workshop will involve learning a street dance routine combining different styles including locking, street and breakdance basics. Working individually and as part of a group to follow and create a routine while developing performance skills.Date 30 July, 6 August, 13 August and 20 August Length: 1 Afternoon Time: 12 - 3Venue: Southway Youth Centre, Hendwell Close,

Southway, PL6 6TB

Interested in music and performing arts courses? Have a look at these courses in other sections:

� Dance for the Camera in Digital, Media, Film and Photography

MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS...

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COMIC HERO DMP01 Age Range: 11 - 14

Be the Hero that you are - by starring in your own comic book fantasy! During this course you will create your own comic book story using professional software, digital photography and your own creative flair. Supported by design experts you’ll have the chance to experiment with professional templates and layouts, finally producing your very own comic story to take away or publish on - line.Dates: 29 July, 30 JulyLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 2Venue: The Pilgrim Centre Reception, Home Park,

Plymouth Argyle, PL2 3DQ

CREATIVE CONCEPTS PHOTOGRAPHYDMP02 Age Range: 14 - 19

Do you ever wish you could fly? Float? Hover? With creative concept photography we will look at several different concepts in the creative concept world of photography that is heavily influence by fantasy and fashion. We will explore ‘levitation’ photography to look at creating a levitation image that you would be proud of. Working with stylists and our main photographer we will go from concept, to idea, shooting and then editing a final image.Dates: 30 July, 6 August, 13 August, 20 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 12 - 3Venue: Emma - Jane Photography/Creative Alchemy

Studio Grosvenor House, Mutley Plain PL4 7DSWeb: www.creativealchemy.orhg.uk

DANCE FOR THE CAMERA DMP03 Age Range: 11 - 19

This course is aimed at bringing disabled and non - disabled young people together to create a short dance for film. You will be involved in all the creative processes; you will make the movement, perform it for the camera, film each other’s work and make editing decisions to produce a DVD for you to keep. Dates: 5 August - 9 August Length: 5 daysTime: 1.30 - 4.30Venue: Meet at reception, Roland Levinsky Building,

University of Plymouth, Drake circus, PL4 8AA

DESIGN FOR GAMES DMP04 Age Range: 14 - 18

The aim of this course is to design a fun, imaginative idea for a game, to develop your skills in drawing game concept art. You will examine how concept art is used within computer games and will use a variety of digital and traditional drawing techniques. This will be used for character and environment designs. We will also develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of the principles and processes of computer modelling by using specific tools and techniques within 3D software to create imaginative 3D models for games. Dates: 29 July - 2 AugustLength: 5 morningsTime: 10 - 1Venue: Plymouth College of Art, Tavistock Place, PL4

8AT. Meet at reception 10 minutes before start where your Summer Mix security pass will be issued. A canteen service is available.

Web: www.plymouthart.ac.uk

DIGITAL ANIMATION TECHNIQUES DMP05 Age Range: 13 - 16

The aim of this course is to explore a wide range of digital animation techniques and the design process behind it all. You will be encouraged to develop your knowledge of animation within a broader practice context, and further develop storyboarding skills, design, rotoscoping and industry programmes such as Adobe Flash and After Effects. Dates: 5 - 9 AugustLength: 5 morningsTime: 10 - 1Venue: Plymouth College of Art, Tavistock Place, PL4



DIGITAL MEDIA, FILM AND PHOTOGRAPHY...

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FILM IN A DAY DMP06 Age Range: 13 - 19

Film in a day is a one day workshop to gain new insights in film - making, leading towards a final film that evolves from ideas generated by the group. Fotonow’s film - maker will support creative writing, production and filming work where you will use contemporary kit to create a short - film. A chance to develop new skills, or build upon existing knowledge, in film.Dates: 9 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9 - 5Venue: The Lodge, Hamoaze House, Devonport, PL1

4JQ.Web: www.hamoazehouse.org.uk/

LEARN TO BUILD AND TEST ROBOTSDMP07 Age Range: 11 - 25

Ever fancied building and programming your own robot? Here at Diggin’ It we will run a robotics course which will teach you practical robotics as well as letting you get hands on with robot building kits which will allow you to build, programme and test real robots to solve real life problems. Can you build an automatic cat scarer that shoots balls at intruders, or could you build a robot that can see colours and sort M&M’s?Dates: 1, 8, 15 and 22 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Diggin it! (Routeways), 45 Penlee Way, Plymouth,


MAGAZINE IN A DAY DMP08 Age Range: 13 - 19

Work with Fotonow’s media team to develop a magazine during one day, learn journalism, photography and design skills in developing a small magazine about the local area, focusing on interviews looking at the City of Culture 2017 bid and some of the current issues faced by young people in the city.Dates: 6 August and 21 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 9.30 - 4.30Venue: 6 August: meet at Southway Youth Centre,

Hendwell Close, Southway, Plymouth PL6 6TB. 21 August: meet at The Lodge, Hamoaze House, Devonport, PL1 4JQ.

Web: www.hamoazehouse.org.uk/

MEDIA PRODUCTION DMP09 Age Range: 11 - 16

You will be working on a campaign to raise awareness of marine conservation issues using a range of media techniques. This 2 day course will involve script writing, green screen reporting, radio advertising and visual aids where you will create a campaign package of your chosen environmental issue. Part of the course will involve a tour of the creatively stimulating National Marine Aquarium where you will be introduced to the most current issues facing our oceans. This course would be perfect for those of a creative nature and who have a passion for our oceans.Dates: 1 - 2 August and 8 - 9 AugustLength: 2 daysTime: 10 - 2Venue: National Marine Aquarium, Aquarium Rope

Walk, Coxside, PL4 0LFWeb: www.national-aquarium.co.uk

PAINTING WITH LIGHT DMP10 Age Range: 11 - 19

This fun and creative Photography course will give you the chance to learn how to create visually stunning images using digital SLR cameras and painting with light techniques. You will be able to highlight objects or draw clothing on each other using a variety of light sources such as torches, flash guns and LED studio lights.Dates: 5 August (11 - 14 years) 6 August (15 - 19

years)Length: 1 afternoonTime: 2 - 5 Venue: Plymouth College of Art, Tavistock Place, PL4



SUMMER GAME JAM DMP11 Age Range: 11 - 16

If you are serious about video games or interested in looking at a career in game design, then this one - day exciting and intense workshop at City College Plymouth is for you. Build a state - of - the - art 3D game environment and add one or more game characters, all while using industry standagame development tools. No need for previous experience or to bring your own equipment - everything is provided.Dates: 7 August, 8 August, 9 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Meet at reception 10 minutes before start, City

College Plymouth, Kings Road, Devonport, PL1 5QG


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Interested in digital media, film and photography courses? Have a look at these courses in other sections:

� Manga Concept Art in Art and Fashion � Super Hero in Art and Fashion

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BASIC SEWING AF01 Age Range: 11 to 19

This basic Sewing Skills course will give you a fantastic basic knowledge of sewing, whether it’s for progression into a fashion or textiles course or just to allow you the skills you need to sew individual items for yourself or your home. Sewing is a useful skill for anyone to have throughout their life. On this course you will be shown how to cut a basic bag pattern. This pattern will be yours to keep for future use. You will then personalise your bag pieces using fabric manipulation or appliqué techniques then sew up your pattern pieces. Leaving you with your own individual bag, designed and made by you, and it’s yours to keep!Dates: 5 to 6 August (11 - 14 years) and 19 to 20

August (15 - 19 years)Length: 2 daysTime: 10 - 4Venue: Plymouth College of Art, Tavistock Place, PL4



BOOK BINDING - BIND YOUR OWN BOOK AF02 Age Range: 11 - 19

In this unique and fun workshop you will explore the fascinating art of bookbinding. During the session you will learn the skills needed to bind a blank haback, cloth covered book, which you can use as a sketch book, journal, diary or scrapbook.Dates: 16 August and 20 August (11 - 14 years) and 21

August (15 - 19 years)Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 2Venue: Plymouth College of Art, Tavistock Place, PL4



GET THE CELEBRITY STYLE AF03 Age Range: 14 - 19

This one day course will equip you with the tricks of the trade in hair and beauty! All you need to know about how to look good on a budget and stand out from the crowd. If it’s red carpet glamour or festival chic, this one is not to be missed!Dates: 1 August and 8 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Report to Reception at City College Plymouth,

Kings Road, Devonport, Plymouth, PL1 5QGWeb: www.cityplym.ac.uk

GLENBEIGH MODELLING COURSE AF04 Age Range: 14 - 25

A course aimed at aspiring models, anyone who needs a confidence boost, or maybe new fashion tips! This course will give you an insight into the modelling industry, with classes in catwalk, interview and casting techniques and hints and tips on makeup and styling.Dates: 19 - 21 AugustLength: 3 daysTime: 10 - 4Venue: Glenbeigh Model and Promotions Agency, 2 - 3

Elizabeth Court, Whimple Street, Plymouth, PL1 2DH

Web: www.glenbeigh.co.uk

HAIR, BEAUTY AND NAILS MASTERCLASS AF05 Age Range: 14 - 25

On this course you will learn basic hair techniques such as curling, plaiting, twisting and hair up by experienced stylists. The course will also include sessions on mini manicures and creative nail art alongside tips on how to apply day make - up and transforming it in to an evening look.Dates: 29 - 31 July Length: 3 daysTime: 10 - 4Venue: GHQ Training, 2 - 3 Elizabeth Court, Whimple

Street, Plymouth, PL1 2DHWeb: www.ghqtraining.co.uk

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MAGIC MOULDING AF06 Age Range: 14 - 25

This fun and messy activity gives you the opportunity to explore your creative side. Choose from a variety of moulds, learn how to make different shapes with plaster and create your own little masterpiece to take away with you.Dates: 14 August Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3 Venue: Construction Training South West Ltd, Unit 8 -


MANGA CONCEPT ARTAF07 Age Range: 11 - 25

Concept Art - who is your favourite character and why? You will be exploring a variety of formal elements, consisting of tone and composition, this will help you develop your favourite character. Within this workshop we will show you how to develop a variety of techniques and processes. Dates: 12 August Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Construction Training South West Ltd, Unit 8 -


MOSAIC MADNESSAF08 Age Range: 14 - 25

In this fun session you will be able to draw your own design and create it with coloured tiles. After you create your own mosaic design you can take it away with you. You will have a smashing time! Please wear old clothes...you will get messy!Dates: 15 August Length: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Construction Training South West Ltd, Unit 8 -


RAGS TO RICHES AF09 Age Range: 11 - 19

‘Rags to Riches: Customise and Up - cycle Clothing’ this course will give you a fantastic understanding and ability to undertake a popular technique used within the fashion industry, up - cycling unloved fashion items. You will be introduced to the concept of customising and up - cycling, looking at designers who have done this successfully to create fashion collections. You will look at different fabric manipulation techniques and experiment with ones you think you would like to use on your own garment. You will have lots of support to customise your garment, ending with a successful, wearable item. This course allows you a lot of creative freedom, and gives you the time, facilities and support to create something individual and exciting as well as wear!Dates: 1 and 2 August (15 - 19 years) 15 and 16 August

(11 - 14 years) Length: 2 daysTime: 10 - 4Venue: Plymouth College of Art, Tavistock Place, PL4



STEP UP FOR RESPECT AF10 Age Range: 11 - 18

This is an exciting opportunity to make a traditional Indonesian RESPECT kite and take part in the Plymouth Respect festival. During the one - day workshop, you will make a kite using traditional techniques, learn about the Respect Festival and have a world food tasting session.

You will have the opportunity to take part in our “Respect Festival Parade” on Saturday the 12 of October and show off your flying skills.

The Respect Festival is an annual event in Plymouth and is a celebration of the many diverse cultures in and around our City. The Respect Festival is organised by the Plymouth and Devon Racial Equality Council in partnership with Plymouth University and is taking place at the University on the 12 and 13 of October 2013. The Festival will be featuring vibrant music and performance from around the world, workshops, world food stands, plus various other attractions.Dates: 12 August, 19 August and 20 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 4Venue: Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service,

STC, Glen Road, Plympton, PL7 2XTWeb: www.plymouthrec.org

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SUPER HERO AF11 Age Range: 11 to 25

Design me: Turn your superhero into a reality! Make them come alive from a quick sketch. Create your own character /super hero working with a variety of 3 dimensional materials such as modelling clay and wire.Dates: 21 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 10 - 3Venue: Construction Training South West Ltd, Unit 8 -


YOUNG MEN’S GRAFFITI WORKSHOP AF12 Age Range: 13 to 19

GET CREATIVE with a spray can! Have you always wanted to have a go at graffiti art? Whether you want to try something new or just sharpen your skills as a budding graffiti artist, this course is for you. Take the opportunity to highlight issues facing young men using the exciting art form known as graffiti. Dates: 1 August, 7 August, 14 August, 21 AugustLength: 1 dayTime: 11 - 5Venue: Estover Youth Centre (On Tor Bridge High

Campus), 120 Miller Way, Estover, Plymouth, PL6 8UN

Web: www.plmyouth.co.uk/index.php

Interested in arts and fashion courses? Have a look at these courses in other sections:

� Introduction to Creative Writing in World of Work � Painting with Light in Digital, Media, Film and

Photography � T-shirt Decoration in World of Work � Try Out - Art and Drama in World of Work

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