Active Dorset Event Calendar

08 Jul 2008 - Beach Festival

08 Jul 2008 - Beach Volleyball

Every Tuesday evening throughout June and July – Beach Volleyball from 6 pm to 9 pm on the Pavilion end of Weymouth Beach. Individuals and Teams welcome. £2.00 per player per night.

09 Jul 2008 - Beach Tag Rugby

Every Wednesday evening throughout May, June, July and August – Beach Tag Rugby from 6 pm to 8.30 pm on the Pavilion end of Weymouth Beach. Individuals and Teams welcome. Email: enquiries@weymouthrfc.org.uk

13 Jul 2008 - Dragon Boat Racing - Poole

Get together a crew of at least 16 paddlers and one drummer (who sits at the front of the boat). You can have up to 20 people in your crew and don't worry if you have never completed an event of this nature before as everyone (including subs) will receive breifing and training before taking control of a 40ft Dragon Boat.

This is a sponsored challenge; your entry fee covers the cost of staging these events so please ask family friends and colleagues to sponsor you.

Entry Fee:£175 (that's just £10 per person)

Minimum Sponsorship: £650 (that's just £38 per person)

13 Jul 2008 - Race to the Bill Triathlon

15 Jul 2008 - Beach Volleyball

Every Tuesday evening throughout June and July – Beach Volleyball from 6 pm to 9 pm on the Pavilion end of Weymouth Beach. Individuals and Teams welcome. £2.00 per player per night.

16 Jul 2008 - Beach Tag Rugby

18 Jul 2008 - National Handball Championships

Britain biggest beach handball event over 50 mixed teams - fast exhilarating action grandstand seating - commentary and music.

20 Jul 2008 - Hearts First Sea Swim - Bournemouth Pier to Pier

Now in its 18^th year, the annual Pier to Pier Swim between Bournemouth and Boscombe Piers continues to go from strength to strength.

The swim is thought to be the longest offshore charity swim in the UK at 1.4 miles.

Over 90% of places gone. Register now for the last few remaining places!
Due to the phenomenal demand we will not be accepting entries on the day this year – you must register in advance to take part. Don't miss out on your chance to join over 1000 other swimmers in this fantastic event.

The event is open to all ages, however under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Starts at 12:00 noon.

A free hot drink and medal is provided for all swimmers at the end.

Please remember this is an opportunity to raise vital funds for the BHF, and as such we invite all participants to raise sponsorship. Your entry fee covers the organisational costs, but it is the sponsorship you raise that saves lives.

Entry fees (in advance only) - Adults: £10 - Under 16s: £5

For more information call 01225 481601 or email swestevents@bhf.org.uk

22 Jul 2008 - Beach Volleyball

Every Tuesday evening throughout June and July – Beach Volleyball from 6 pm to 9 pm on the Pavilion end of Weymouth Beach. Individuals and Teams welcome. £2.00 per player per night.

23 Jul 2008 - Beach Tag Rugby

25 Jul 2008 - Beach Volleyball Classic

Britain's top beach sports event. Over 100 top 2 a-side men's and women's teams challenging for this coverted title - 3 days of superb action, free grandstand seating 2 show courts, 9 beach courts, live commentary and top beach music to match the explosive action.

29 Jul 2008 - Beach Volleyball

Every Tuesday evening throughout June and July – Beach Volleyball from 6 pm to 9 pm on the Pavilion end of Weymouth Beach. Individuals and Teams welcome. £2.00 per player per night.

30 Jul 2008 - Beach Tag Rugby

05 Aug 2008 - INWA Nordic Walking Instructors course in Poole

Borough of Poole Leisure services in conjunction with Nordic walking UK are hosting a two day instructors course in Poole on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th August 2008.

This intensive two-day teaching course is aimed at individuals who wish to lead Nordic Walking groups safely and effectively, teaching the basics of Nordic Walking.

Applicants should have a background in fitness, medicine or teaching, although applications are welcome from fitness enthusiasts and keen walkers. This course includes the Conducting Safe Exercise Sessions Outdoors module below.

Upon successful completion of the INWA Nordic Walking Instructor course you will be able to:

	explain the background and benefits of Nordic Walking
	determine who Nordic Walking is suitable for
	understand the anatomy relevant to Nordic Walking and the science behind the benefits
	teach the specific techniques of Nordic Walking, including dynamic and static stretching for warm up and cool down, and the basics of running with the poles and strength exercises
	observe body movement to be able to correct and develop good Nordic Walking technique in others
	assess the risk factors involved in teaching exercise outdoors, then plan and act accordingly.

Participants will be assessed throughout the two days in their ability to teach the techniques of Nordic Walking to INWA Nordic Walking Instructor certification standards. Please note that participation does not guarantee certification, although every opportunity will be given for the individual to demonstrate the required standard.

The INWA Nordic Walking Instructor education programme, including materials and certification, costs £345 (inc VAT).

Please contact the Recreation Development Team at Poole Leisure services for more details and joining instructions

Tel: 01202 261312

E-Mail: r.woodrow@poole.gov.uk

06 Aug 2008 - Beach Tag Rugby

06 Aug 2008 - INWA Nordic Walking Instructors course in Poole

Borough of Poole Leisure services in conjunction with Nordic walking UK are hosting a two day instructors course in Poole on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th August 2008.

This intensive two-day teaching course is aimed at individuals who wish to lead Nordic Walking groups safely and effectively, teaching the basics of Nordic Walking.

Upon successful completion of the INWA Nordic Walking Instructor course you will be able to:

	explain the background and benefits of Nordic Walking
	determine who Nordic Walking is suitable for
	understand the anatomy relevant to Nordic Walking and the science behind the benefits
	teach the specific techniques of Nordic Walking, including dynamic and static stretching for warm up and cool down, and the basics of running with the poles and strength exercises
	observe body movement to be able to correct and develop good Nordic Walking technique in others
	assess the risk factors involved in teaching exercise outdoors, then plan and act accordingly.

The INWA Nordic Walking Instructor education programme, including materials and certification, costs £345 (inc VAT).

Please contact the Recreation Development Team at Poole Leisure services for more details and joining instructions

Tel: 01202 261312

E-Mail: r.woodrow@poole.gov.uk

13 Aug 2008 - Beach Tag Rugby

17 Aug 2008 - Special Olympics: 5-a-side Open Football Tournament

20 Aug 2008 - Beach Tag Rugby