Penistone Leisure Centre

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Good bye to Louise!

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We are very sad to see Louise go next week, after two and a half years at Penistone Leisure Centre. She was our first administrator, and her hard work is the reason we have got to the point where our big refurbishment project is possible. She has got us organised, brought in new business and funding, hugely increased the number of volunteers, and set up systems to make sure we are doing everything properly.

It’s great news for Louise though – her new job is being a student support officer at Huddersfield University, which takes her more in the direction of her interests. On the days she hasn’t been working at Penistone Leisure Centre, Louise works as a counsellor, and so this new job will mean she can develop these skills.

So if you’re at the centre tomorrow or Tuesday, please join me in wishing Louise well. We hope she’ll keep in touch!

New Activity for a New Term…

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We have Karate Zone starting with us on Friday 28th September from 5:45-6:45pm.

Karate Zone gives boys and girls the benefit of increased concentration and focus, a chance to socialise, increased fitness and the ability to protect themselves.

The coaches are all fully qualified Black Belt level (male and female coaches) and are first aid trained, DBS checked, and insured.

Your first session is a totally free no obligation trail and after that, classes cost £29 per month for individuals or £49 per month for siblings. The childrens Karate uniform is also provided free of charge!

To find out more, please click the link to the Karate Zone page on our website or call (freephone) 0800 078 7794 or Text Penistone Karate to 07933 559465.

It’s Our Sponsored Skate This Thursday…

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… And the weather is looking a bit drizzly!

Our 10 skaters have been practicing hard to make sure that they can get those miles in! The sponsored skate starts from 10am behind St Johns Community Centre, on the Trans Pennine Trail! So please, do give them a cheer and chuck some change in their bucket to jolly them along!

Alternatively, you can sponsor them on our ‘Wonderful’ page HERE.

Any amount is massively appreciated, as we are trying to raise enough money to install windows (after the refurbishment) between what will be the cafe, and the hall. This would allow spectators to enjoy a coffee/snack whilst skating or classes are going on! We really think it will add to the centre, so are desperate to raise enough money to include it in the plans.

Entries are Open For Penistone Hill Race!

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So save yourself £3 against the ‘on the day’ price and sign up for your place here-

https://racebest.com/races/wtgag

The Hill Race is the annual 10k organised as a fundraiser for Penistone Leisure Centre and is on Sunday 22nd September at 11am. Club runners cost £8, and unaffiliated runners are £10. The race is open to runners aged 17+.

The challenging race takes you through picturesque scenery from Penistone out towards Langsett and back again in a circular route of just over 10k distance.

There are trophies for 1st Male and Female, prizes for all age categories/teams and extensive spot prizes. There are shields for the 1st Team of 4 non- affiliated runners. Break the course record and you’ll win £50 cash!

There are refreshments and hot food available after the race so please bring a few quid and have your lunch with us! It’s all fundraising to keep Penistone Leisure Centre providing sports facilities to the local area.

Many thanks to the organisers for putting the fundraiser on again this year, and also to Steve Frith for his permission to use this wonderful photo!

If you’d like a reminder about the event, nearer to the time, why not click ‘interested’ or ‘going’ on our facebook event HERE.

Daytime Tai Chi Class Starts Soon!

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We’re delighted to say that we have a new daytime Tai Chi class starting on Friday mornings 10:30-11:30am fortnightly from 30th August.

Your first class is free! So why not come along and have a go. After that, classes cost £5 and should be booked by contacting Natalie on 07535002987 (because places are limited to 10)

Tai Chi classes are run by Zheng Wu. He has been practicing Tai Chi for 18 years. He learned Tai Chi from his master Huang Hao in the traditional Chinese manner and is a member of the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain. He teaches 2 styles; yang style (suitable for beginners) and chen style (a more advanced style). He also teaches meditative breathing exercises called qi gong. Tai Chi is known as an ‘internal martial art’. It is a holistic exercise to benefit the mind, body and spirit.

Zheng Wu says- “My classes are suitable for complete beginners as well as those who have learned Tai Chi before. Everyone is welcome, I look forward to meeting you.”