This entry was posted on Wednesday, October 16th, 2013at 9:48 am by zoe.leahy@activenation.org.uk

Get Inspired This Half Term By Rising Sports Stars

If you’re aged between 8 and 14 and are wondering what to do this Half Term, then come along to Yarborough Leisure Centre and be inspired by some of the region’s world class sports stars.

We have activities in everything from badminton to Taekwondo, street dance, boxing, swimming, multi sports and lots more!

Sophie Chatel is busy training and competing hard in her bid to become a Taekwondo World Champion, but is taking some time out to take part in the Active Nation Half Term Sports Camp.

The 20-year-old University of Lincoln student has competed for Great Britain on many occasions medalling at international competitions, most recently at the Scottish International Championships where she fought and secured two Gold medals and Silver.

Sophie said: “Taekwondo has been an invaluable part of my life providing me with a fun way of exercising at the same time as learning a unique sport. It has also built my self confidence and helped with self control and managing my nerves in all aspects of my life.

“I have made life long friends of all ages through my sport as well as travelling the World to represent my country. The prospect of being able to pass on these amazing opportunities to the next generation really excites me.”

One of the UK’s most promising Badminton players, Harley Towler, will also be on hand to offer some inspiration and advice. Over the last season he competed in three Badminton Europe Circuit finals and reached No.56 in the World Rankings.

He said: “I feel that sport is an important part of my life and, whilst at times it is challenging, it is also very rewarding. I have met some of my best friends through Badminton who I would never have met otherwise and I have also been able to travel to many different countries.

“I think that there are many opportunities within sport for young people to gain skills that they can transfer to all aspects of life and that can help them in the future – skills such as goal setting, leadership, organisation, team-work and communication.”

If you want to know more about the Active Nation Half Term Kids Activities and have the chance to be inspired then give us a call on 01522 873600. Book now to receive a 10% discount!