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Father and daughter team up for sizzling cycle event GET FIT WITH CLAUDIA

Road cyclists are being practical support to families PAY AS YOU GO ZUMBA
urged to sign up for the Sav- who have a child with a Eastrop Infant School, Highworth
ernake Sizzler on Sunday life-threatening or terminal Monday 18.30 - 19.30
21 July – the day when the illness. Commonweal School
centenary Tour de France The charity relies on fund- Tuesday 18.30 - 19.30
Thursday 18.30 -19.30
makes a spectacular night raising for 95 per cent of its Town Gardens, Old Town
time entry into Paris. income, so events like the Siz- Sunday 10.00 - 11.00
But you don’t have to zler are essential for provid- PAY AS YOU GO
be a Chris Froome to take ing vital support to families Exclusively for kids (4 - 12 years)
part in the Marlborough when they need it most. Rockin’, high-energy fitness-parties
event,which is being organ- Sponsorship opportuni- packed with special routines to music
ised by father and daughter ties are still available for local Red Oaks Primary School (term time)
Paul Greenman and Penny companies who would like Saturday 09.30- 10.15 4 to 7 years
Saturday 10.15 -11.00 8 to 12 years
Pauw, because it is designed to get involved, and busi- PILATES
for cyclists of all abilities. nesses can set up relevant Commonweal School
When Freshbrook car- promotional stalls offering Tuesday 19.30 - 20.30
penter/joiner Paul, 50, em- free samples or services on (Pay as you go)
barked on a fitness regime, two years villages, as well as the Kennet and the day. Booking required for all classes.
ago, the whole family were drawn in. Avon canal. For details contact Penny or Paul: Workshops, hen nights and more
Marketing consultant Penny, 27, A fantastic mix of challenging hilly, [email protected] or paul@ available. For details call Claudia:
07933 793851 or email:
decided to help out by setting up winding lanes and straight, fast sec- giveitsome.me [email protected]
GiveItSome to raise money for differ- tions are promised. www.giveitsome.me ZUMBA WITH CLAUDIA
ent charities. She said: “I was at home Paul said: “It’s a great opportunity
with the children and wanted to keep to raise funds for a worthy cause,
myself busy and use my organising but it’s also brilliant motivation for THE CHIROPRACTIC
skills. Dad comes up with the ideas everybody to get out in the fresh air
and I deal with the details,” and enjoy our beautiful countryside.” HEALTH CENTRE
The first Savernake Sizzler Sportive GiveItSome are deliberately keep-
in July will be in aid of Rainbow Trust ing entry fees low to encourage par- CLARE DUNCAN-HAWES
children’s charity, and competitors ticipation. The cost is £8 and a free FREE SPINAL HEALTH CHECK
can choose to ride 90, 65 or 35 miles T-shirt is on offer for all those raising • NECK PAIN Free 20 minute consultation
through some of Wiltshire’s most money specifically for the Rainbow • BACK PAIN to assess if Chiropractic
stunning landscapes, passing quaint Trust, which provides emotional and • HEADACHES will benefit you.
Please call
• SPORTS INJURY 01793 602454
It’s orienteering – but not as we know it • CAR ACCIDENT INJURIES Clare Duncan-Hawes
Chiropractic is a natural and safe approach to help the problems
BSc (Hons) MSc DC
First Swindon urban orienteering takes place on 13 July from Link Centre above and many more such as knee and elbow pain, repetitive strain, Member of the British
The sport usually involves runners ners with a challenging and exciting heavy lifting injury, etc. And we can help young and old alike. Chiropractic Association &
54 Basepoint Centre, Westlea, Swindon
College of Chiropractors.
using their map reading skills to race across West Swindon. www.cjduncan-hawes.co.uk Registered with GCC
navigate their way between a set of There will be a number of different
control points marked on a map – courses, including one for adults new
often in forested areas. to the sport, children and families.
However, in recent years there has The participation fee is low and
been a growing interest in urban races, entry is available on the day.
and on Saturday 13 July runners will You can choose a distance of either
meet at the Link Centre to compete 1.5km or 2.5km and can complete the
in the inaugural Swindon urban course as an individual or a family, run,
orienteering race. walk or even push a buggy.
Organised by the North Wiltshire See more information at www.
Orienteers, the event will provide run- northwilts.org.uk

Join in with No Strings Badminton

Badminton fans looking for opponents or the chance to socialise with
other players can now join in at Link Centre.
No Strings Badminton is for players over 14 years and of any ability and
takes place from 6pm to 8pm on Fridays and Sundays.
There are no membership fees or contracts to commit to and no need to
book in advance. Everybody who comes along will get to play. Players are
matched up with suitable opponents in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.
Organiser Gerard Mootoo explained games are social or competitive and
coaching can be provided. The cost of playing is just £4.20 with a Swindon
Leisure Card – less than half the price of booking a court for exclusive use.
Join at the Link Centre reception or see www.nostringsbadminton.co.uk
for more information.
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