Bournemouth Surf School News and Blog

I was wondering if you could help us?
As most of you know we run a water sports centre in Bournemouth and we feel that the training room/classroom (30 person capacity) on the site isn’t used enough. We’d like to get an idea of possible demand to help decide what to do with it, so we thought we’d ask you, our friends, the following:
Would you or any organisation you are associated with (such as clubs) be possibly interested in using the site and the beach in its proximity?

You don’t have do arrange anything, just let us know that you would maybe use the site in the future
For example the site can be used as a:
-Wet weather/sheltered area for beach sports activities, theory and/or training?
-Perhaps use as a base for events and competitions?
-A place for meetings and social events?

The site has male and female changing, toilets and is right beside the beach with good transport access and ample parking space.
Also if you know anyone else that may be interested in using the facilities in some way, please feel to pass this info on to them.
Thanks for reading this

Lastest Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) news from theSouthCoast’s BaySUP club

SUNDAY 12TH JUNE – Family SUP Day at Hengistbury Head Outdoor EducationCenter.
SUNDAY 26TH JUNE – BaySUP Downwind Classic. Get praying for some SW’ly winds!!

More details will follow in our newsletter, for further info and to join this great group go tohttp://www.baysup.co.uk/

A record breaking turnout at the first Summer Sizzler event of the summer. Event one was hosted by Blue Chip and was run on the river Thames at Kingston. Near perfect racing conditions allowed for two mid distance races to be completed as well as a round of fun sprints.
Stand out Bay SUP results include:
Ryan James 14ft stock 1st
Paul Clarke 14ft stock 3rd
Shaun Taylor 12′ 6″ft race (Veterans) 1st
Mark Slater 12′ 6″ft race 1st
Pete Holiday 12′ 6″ft race 3rd
Andy Joyce Funboard 1st.
if I’ve forgotten/missed anybody sorry, the main thing it was a great day out on the Thames and lotsa fun for all.
Full results can be found here:
http://standuppaddlesurf.co.uk/forums/viewtopic.php?sid=8d50db476e7a9de37436e58401256a7c&lastaction=login&f=26&t=2438

Hi all, follow the link below to see a great video of Surf Steps coaches in action.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qukOIMC0q9E&feature=player_embedded
They are providing surfing experiences for children, supported by the great guys at the charity Lifeworks http://lifeworks-uk.org
Lifeworks’ next great project is the London Surf Festival on Saturday 16th July, gotohttp://londonsurffestival.com/ more more details!

In conjunction withBournemouthcouncil and The Big Green Fortnight Frank will be hosting some Free events

Tuesday May 24th 2 – 3pm Yoga on the Beach – Outside Surf Steps Surf school – normal venue 300m to right of Boscombe pier

Thursday May 26th 2 – 3pm Tai Chi on the Beach – Outside Surf Steps Surf school – normal venue 300m to right of Boscombe pier

Thursday June 2nd 1.30 – 2.30pm Tai Chi in the Park –ParadiseGardensin the upperBornemouthGardens

Although there is no formal need to book, if you plan on coming to one of the free events, could you please let Frank know [holisticbodytraining@hotmail.co.uk] so that he can get an idea of possible numbers.

Namaste

In what is hoped to become an annual event, a free one day festival taking place on Sunday May 1st will be the first of its kind for Boscombe.

Local businesses, organisations and local groups through the Boscombe Area Regeneration Group (BARG) are uniting to present ‘The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party’, an Alicein Wonderland themed event where dress up is encouraged combining: arts, food, music and entertainment for all ages and showcasing Boscombe’s talent.
Working with the Dorset Music Forum, it’s led by BARG and supported by the Council’s Boscombe Regeneration Partnership.

The Festival is set to take place in four areas of Boscombe: The Chine Gardens; The Crescent; The High Street; and the Seafront. Some of the many activities include: Boscombe Vintage Market on the Crescent; live music, acts and street performances in all areas and led by various artists; a walk of art; family entertainment to include magicians, circus skills workshops; and prizes donated by local businesses. The beach party, sponsored by Sorted Surf and Urban Reef will showcase: a BBQ, live music, free surf lessons, O’Neil giveaways, activities from SurfX and a competition for young surfers from across the south coast with a best performance shield donated by Boscombe Traders.

As an added bonus, the Land Train will be running up Sea Road and down through the Chine Gardens allowing you to take the strain off your feet, sit back and be entertained.

“This will be the most amazing event ever to hit the streets of Boscombe: it’s our way of showing thanks for the support of the council and the constant enthusiasm of local people for their custom throughout the years. I am hoping any potential business’s considering opening in Boscombe will see just how fabulous this place and the people are. Cafes are set to have a roaring trade with stages outside with live music and magicians showing off their skills as people sip their coffees and cold drinks) while being entertained by mad Hatter Tea Parties and spontaneous singing choirs and dancers”.-Angus Reid, on behalf of the Boscombe Traders and BARG

“…BARG is helping to create sustainable community based events such as this whilst promoting Boscombe as a Town and encouraging investment in an area that I think is just getting better and better”-Andrew Lennox, Chair of BARG�

For a full list of activities taking place and more information visit www.boscombeteaparty.co.uk

Just a quick note to let you know about up and coming events including Free classes!
Frank http://www.holisticbodytraining.co.uk/contactus.html Starts up his Yoga on the Beach from the first week in May
At present the schedule is as follows:

Early morning Yoga 7 – 8am Tues & Fri
Daytime Yoga 1.30 – 2.30pm Tues & Thurs
Evening Yoga 6 – 7pm Tues & Wed

Prices held for another year at just £5!!!
Mats provided, same spot – outsideSurfStepsSurfSchool

On Sunday 1st May, just to the left of Boscombe pier, The Boscombe Tea Party will be taking place.
Along side the other activities and a surfing competition on offer, he will be hosting a Free Yoga on the Beach session from 1.30 – 2.30pm
(just to the left of the pier NOT at the normal site)
Also in conjunction with Bournemouth council and The Big Green Fortnight he will be hosting some Free events

Tuesday May 24th 2 – 3pm Yoga on the Beach – Outside Surf Steps Surf school – normal venue 300m to right of Boscombe pier
Thursday May 26th 2 – 3pm Tai Chi on the Beach – Outside Surf Steps Surf school – normal venue 300m to right of Boscombe pier

Thursday June 2nd 1.30 – 2.30pm Tai Chi in the Park –ParadiseGardensin the upperBornemouthGardens

So it’s time to treat ourselves to some fresh sea air, under wide blue skies, beside the vast energy of the ocean, basking in the spring sunshine.
Maybe catch a sun rise or sun set. Stretching, awakening and opening our bodies, letting our spirits fly high and free like the seagulls flying high in the blue sky.
Namaste
Frank

We get many people asking what our legendary friend and work colleague Samson is up to these days, so about time we let you know!
He’s returned with his lovely wife Alison to his surf rich tropical home ground of Fort Dauphin in South East Madagascar. Amongst other things, he’s running surf lessons, trips and teaching P.E at local schools. Keep up to date with what they’re doing by checking out their bloghttp://surfbornnaked.blogspot.com/

Surf Steps 1st Surf Instructor Course for 2011 was run over last weekend and all the seven student coaches passed. Well done guys and good luck with your future surf coaching. For more information about surf coaching contact andy@bournemouthsurfschool.co.uk or phone 07941508531

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