Almondsbury School Parents Association is hosting measured 1km, 5km and 10km races in Lower Almondsbury, with a flatt(ish!) circuit through the village and some of its permissive pathways. 1km dash starts at 10.30am prompt, with the 5km and 10km distances off at 11am. More information from Daniel Brett on 01454 610605 or by email on danbrett1@tiscali.co.uk
No matter what your current levels of fitness there is something for everyone. All proceeds after expenses are donated to Almondsbury School Parents Association to fund improvements to the Junior Playground to provide more stimulating play. There is also a discount if you sign up before Race Day. If you would like more information or help with a training plan please contact Russell Knight. Email:
• A Walk on the Wild Side 2.30-5pm, Oakhall Farm, Sundayshill, Falfield
Traditionally farmed for over 100 years
with permanent pasture and flower meadows. By kind permission of Mr and Mrs G Smith. Teas, treasure hunt and raffle.
Sunday 15th June 2008
• Oldbury Fun Run 2008
11am, The Anchor Inn, Oldbury on Severn
Organised by the Oldbury Fun Run committee in association with Thornbury Running Club and in aid of CLIC Sargent.
The start line will be at The Anchor Inn, Oldbury on Severn, while the finish line will be at The Ship Inn in the same village.
The route and distance will be the same as previous years; a single lap road course of about four miles along the lanes around Oldbury and Kington.
Click the link below to visit the race website and download an entry form.
Alongside the Fun Run, the village will have various stalls and attractions, including a tug of war contest, a treasure hunt, a bouncy castle and many more surprises.
There will also be a Grand Raffle, run prior to and during the event.
www.007funrun.com
Avon Cycleway
The Avon Cycleway is an 85 mile cycle route encircling Bristol, mostly along quiet country lanes. It passes through Olveston, Littleton, Thornbury, Milbury Heath and Cromhall.
The classes are at the Methodist Church Hall, Castle Court,
Thornbury, ongoing Monday evenings during school term times, 8.30-9.30pm. £6 per class. Arabic Dance is gentle, graceful, fun to learn and great exercise, whatever your shape or size
Contact Clare on: 01453 811 995 or by email.
Email:
Body Control Pilates classes
Join Maree Rice for an Intermediate Pilates class on Saturdays at 9am at The Chantry, or in Tockington's Church Hall on Fridays at 10am, with a Beginners' class at 11.15am.
0117 9502411
Bridges Health and Fitness Club is for people like you! Our Health Clubs are not filled will lycra-clad, muscle bound members. Over half our members are women and a large proportion of them are over 50. Drop in today and see what you think at Thornbury Leisure Centre, Alveston Hill, Thornbury.
We offer activities for families, schools, community groups and businesses - the perfect venue for a memorable birthday party.
Castle Quarry Activity Centre is in Tytherington, in a beautiful natural setting. Choose from indoor climbing, archery, shooting, caving, open canoeing or our 80 metre aerial runway.
All instructors are qualified and experienced - all necessary safety equipment is supplied. One call takes care of it all - 01454 411474
It's easy to participate in Circle Dance: you don't need to bring a partner, and all the dances are taught beforehand.
Circle Dance includes dances from many folk dance traditions from around the world, as well as newly created contemporary dances. It can be healing, transforming, calming and fun!
Every Monday 7-9.30pm, at the Cossham Hall, Chapel Street. Cost £4 per evening, first session free. Absolute Beginners welcome throughout the year - come and join us!
Details: Hazel 01454 85 1454
We need football players for Cromhall Football Club, aged between 16 and 55. Training is on Mondays at Brimsham Sports Centre, Yate from 9 till 10pm. We play friendly games on Sunday mornings through the season. If you're interested, come along or ring Mike on 01454 299385.
Elite Fitness and Leisure
The perfect environment, facilities and expertise for all ages, shapes and experience levels.
We are a welcoming, relaxed and friendly gym, catering for normal people like you. We offer a complimentary induction and ongoing health appraisals and fitness programmes to help you achieve all of your fitness goals. We have a fantastic range of quality equipment so you can target all areas of the body, and provide complimentary showers, lockers, toiletries and sauna. Open 7 days a week.
St Mary Street, Thornbury, BS35 2AT
Tel: 01454 418828
EXTEND Exercise Classes
Over 60? Feeling low? Here is somewhere you can go...
Gillingstool Road, the Baptist Hall, a very warm welcome EXTENDS to all.
Come and meet us just to see - every Friday 2 till 3.
Lots of music, fast and slow, makes your body flex and flow.
Thighs and hips and tummies too, all of this is good for you.
Laughter, fun and friendships new - just a little of what's offered you.
So don't be shy, just come and try, and put yourself back on a high!
Extend Exercise concentrates on posture, joint mobilization, muscle strengthening, correct breathing patterns and co-ordination with some exercises seated.
Enquiries please contact Joan Davies 01454 613551.
Email:
Laughter in Line
The Laughter in Line line dancing club meets on Thursdays, 8pm in Iron Acton Parish Hall - new beginners always welcome, no partner needed. More info on our website.
We help you rejuvenate mind and body in luxurious surroundings. Work out, swim, float, cleanse and be pampered in this wonderful facility within Tortworth Court Four Pillars Hotel.
Enjoy our swimming pool, fully air-conditioned gym, spa pool, sauna and steam room, spa and beauty treatments and complimentary towels, located within 30 acres of glorious parkland and gardens.
Peels Leisure Club, Tortworth Court Four Pillars Hotel, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, GL12 8HH
Tel: 01454 263000
Russell Knight BSc (Hons), Personal Trainer REPs Level 3
Are you intimidated by the prospect of starting a regular exercise programme by yourself? Do you need help maintaining a healthy way of life? Personal Training is a fun and enjoyable way to start discovering just what you are capable of, with the motivation and support of someone alongside you every step of the way. You don't need to join a gym or commit to long-term contracts, and you can arrange sessions as and when they suit you, to fit in with the typical hectic lifestyle many of us lead these days!
Why not call to arrange a FREE consultation, where we can fill out a Health and Lifestyle Questionnaire, find out what your current levels of fitness are and establish some realistic goals? I look forward to hearing from you.
The Church Walking Group meets regularly at St. Mary's Olveston, at 9.30am on the second Tuesday. Some walks start at Olveston and others at nearby villages at 10am. Everyone is welcome to join in. We meet throughout the year, except July and August. Contact Dan Evans for details on 625313 or simply arrive at 9:30am!
Thornbury Golf Centre
Thornbury Golf Centre provides outstanding facilities and exceptional value for money. The Centre boasts two challenging 18 hole golf courses, a comfortable and relaxed clubhouse, floodlit driving range, golf academy, well stocked pro’s shop, delightful private dining facilities and an 11 bedroom lodge with a two star AA rating.
Thornbury Golf Centre welcomes golfers of all ages and abilities 7 days a week, and the clubhouse is open to all for refreshments, snacks and meals.
Bristol Road, Thornbury, BS35 3XL
Tel: 01454 281144
Group exercise is the way forward! So grab your friends and try a fitness class at Thornbury Leisure Centre. We have classes to suit all ages and abilities including Aerobics, Body Conditioning, Circuits, Spinning, Aquafit, Salsasize and Box Fit.
Fancy a dip? Whether you are looking to get fit or just enjoy having a splash around visit Thornbury Leisure Centre Swimming Pool. Log on to our website for our Interactive Pool Programmes www.sgleisure.org/swimming.
Thornbury Leisure Centre, Alveston Hill, Thornbury, S. Glos. BS35 3JB
Tel: 01454 865777
With a regular attendance of between 15 and 20, Keep Fit continues to meet on Monday evenings at 7.10pm in the Wesley Hall. We are a very enthusiastic group and in addition to the aerobic programme, we also exercise using weights, a rowing machine, ABS curler, squeezer, gym balls and an exercise bike. Anyone who wishes to join us should come along and give it a go. Contact Pam Stringer on 413116 for more details.
Thornbury Rambling Club
The Thornbury Rambling Club has been in existence for 37 years and is known for its friendly atmosphere and diverse activities.
Its objectives are:
- To bring enjoyment to its members through an appreciation and love of the countryside.
- To endeavour to preserve footpaths and means of access to the countryside.
Contact the secretary Gill Davies on 01454 414198.
We have 150 active members with ages ranging from 17-70. Our main Club Night is 7pm on a Thursday, meeting at the Sports Centre behind Castle School. We have various groups that go different speeds and distances and we also promote other activities as a Club, including swimming, cycling and drinking (water of course!) - for Triathlons, etc.
For more information contact Arthur Renshaw by email or on 01454 415904.
We are a small, friendly group of adult skaters that meet every Tuesday at 7pm for an hour of skating indoors at Thornbury Leisure Centre. Thornbury Skate is not run for profit - each skater pays £2/3 to cover the cost of hiring the hall. We are not skate instructors but have a range of abilities and ages and can offer advice to get you going. If you just want to skate then great! - that's what we do too!
Want to be more fit, but can't face the gym? Want to use your little grey cells, but can't fathom Sudokus? Most of all want to make new friends and have fun? Then why not try modern square dancing?
Thornbury Squares meet at Manorbrook School, where we dance to a variety of music, socialize and have a great deal of fun. All ages welcome. More details from Sue Elliott 01454 778795 or Ann Keates 01454 885058.
