May 2012

New website for Tone's walks scheme

Thursday, 31 May 2012 Tone’s Walking for Health schemes now have a dedicated website to promote regular walking to local people.  The website, which was developed by a volunteer from Taunton using BT Community Webkit, and is supported by Tone’s Health Development Officer, was launched on Friday 18thMay.  The website includes information on the benefits of walking, current programmes, news items, photos of our walks in action and volunteering opportunities. Click on the link below to take...
Read more...

Breeze Event on 30th June at Blackbrook Pavilion

Tuesday, 22 May 2012 Tone is supporting Breeze - British Cycling’s National Lottery funded network of free, fun, informal bike rides, led by women for women.  We’re recruiting volunteers to train as Breeze champions on Saturday 30th June at Blackbrook Pavilion and then lead some local bike rides afterwards.  Breeze rides are ideal for busy mums and women who want to go for a ride with others in their area.  Call (01823) 273084 to volunteer. Click on the link for more information...
Read more...

Social Rugby at Wellsprings

Tuesday, 22 May 2012 Now available at Wellsprings Leisure Centre on Wednesday evenings, a social, fun pitch up and play rugby session for adults. Everyone 16 years + is welcome, men and women. These sessions run from 6pm to 7pm and as well as being great fun are a good way to keep fit and learn the skills of the game. For more details contact reception.
Read more...

St James Street Swimskool Gala Wednesday 6th June

Tuesday, 15 May 2012 St James Street Swimskool is holding a Gala on Wednesday 6th June 09:30 - 11:30. Entry is £1 per person. Other half term activities include Sea Scooter Sessions (£5), Water Walker Sessions (£5) and Snorkelling (£5)  Go to the website for more details (holiday activities): http://www.toneleisure.co.uk/timetables/jamesst/all/?date=2012-06-04&week=1 All participants of Sea Scooters and Water Walkers sessions must be 8yrs+ and a competent swimmer. For...
Read more...

Mass Zumba on Coronation Park, Dartmouth for Olympic Torch celebrations.

Tuesday, 15 May 2012 Tone Leisure is organising a MASS Zumba to welcome the Olympic Torch to Dartmouth on Sunday 20th May at 1pm On Coronation Park. Come and join Gill Whitmore, Zumba instructor, in the fun to celebrate a momentous occasion for Dartmouth!! It is free for all, children are also welcome to join in. 2 cricket matches will be played at the park so Mass Zumba will be in between the turnover of the 2 matches. Even the cricketers will be participating in this event!! That is a great...
Read more...

Last Call for Olympic Super Teams entries at Totnes

Tuesday, 15 May 2012 Last 5 man entries requested before Friday for the event on Sunday 20th May when the Olympic Torch passes through.Event starts at 9am. The centre will be open for people to come and swim, play Badminton or Tennis for free after the Torch day super-teams event. Once the torch has passed through the town courts will be available 2-6 pm and the pool will be available to swim for free 2.30-4.30pm. Spaces are limited so booking for courts is required.
Read more...

Sportivate Somerset offer for 16 - 24 years

Tuesday, 15 May 2012 Here's the chance to saving money and get fit at the same time. This Sportivate ONE Membership offer gives 16 - 24 year olds in Somerset the chance to get two month's ONE Membership for the price of one. Go to the website for more information: http://www.toneleisure.co.uk/promotions/summer_sizzle/
Read more...

Blackbrook hosts Taunton year 5 Summer Olympics

Friday, 11 May 2012 The Taunton Learning Partnership is holding the Year 5 Summer Olympics Wednesday 23rd May at Blackbrook Pavilion. Schools participating will parade behind their own Olympic torches and participate in 5 indoor and 5 outdoor events. As a result of the event, Blackbrook Pavilion will be closed to the public until 4pm on 23rd May and fitness classes and junior activities have been amended accordingly.
Read more...

Calling all ex Ivybridge Staff

Wednesday, 9 May 2012 his Saturday sees the first ever staff reunion at Ivybridge Leisure Centre.  As part of the centre's month of 25th Anniversary celebrations, a staff reunion has been arranged for Saturday 12th May at 6.30pm The event, which has been posted on facebook, has generated contact with some staff who were employed when the centre was first open. But not everyone is on facebook and event organiser Paula Bleasdale is hoping that those who are in the know will spread the word.
Read more...

Taunton Pool Open Day

Wednesday, 9 May 2012 Taunton Pool Open Day coming soon! Saturday 9th June. More information available from the centre or on facebook.
Read more...

St James Street operating as normal during Torch Relay

Friday, 4 May 2012 Olympic Torch relay Monday 21st May Taunton will be welcoming the London 2012 Olympic Torch relay on Monday 21 May 2012 and to make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime event Taunton Deane Borough Council is planning a day of celebrations in the town centre. This will mean a number of roads will be closed in the centre of Taunton from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm and diversions put in place. A one way ...system will operate around Middle Street, Lower Middle Street and St James Street from...
Read more...

Taunton Road Closures for Torch Relay

Friday, 4 May 2012 Taunton Deane Borough Council has issued a Press Release regarding road closures for the Olympic Torch Relay passing through Taunton on 21st May: Road closures for Torch Relay TAUNTON will be welcoming the London 2012 Olympic Torch relay on Monday 21 May and to make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime event Taunton Deane Borough Council is planning a day of celebrations in the town centre. This will mean a number of roads will be closed in the centre of Taunton from 10am to 10pm...
Read more...

NEW Beginners Running Course in Ivybridge

Friday, 4 May 2012  NEW 10 week Beginners Running Course starts in Ivybridge on Wednesday 16th May meeting at Ivybridge College Sports Reception at 5.30pm. Contact Jayne Wootton for more information on                            j.wootton@toneleisure.com
Read more...

Dates confirmed for Running Leadership courses

Friday, 4 May 2012 2 Leadership in Running and Fitness (LiRF) Courses are scheduled in the next few months. The first is going to be held on 26th May at North Devon Athletics Track in Braunton and deadline for applications for this course is the 14th May. The second course is on 9th June at Torbay Leisure Centre in Paignton. The deadline for applications for this course is 28th May. For more information go to http://www.englandathletics.org/lirf
Read more...

Free training for Running and Fitness Leaders Award

Thursday, 3 May 2012 Tone, through Active Devon, is providing free training for individuals to get qualified and help deliver a new Beginners Running Project starting up in the South Hams and in North Devon called Run England. The 1 day course "Running & Fitness Leaders Award from UK Athletics" will provide attendees with a Leadership Award and Insurance cover plus the skills to set up Beginners' Running Groups. A training course is to be held in North Devon as well as one in South Hams. ...
Read more...

Saturday Judo at Wellington

Tuesday, 1 May 2012 Wellington Sports Centre has Saturday morning Judo sessions available with a 2nd Dan Judo coach holding over 20 years experience in the field. Classes are registered with the British Judo Association and run as follows: 9am - 10am for 4-7 years; 10am - 11am for 8-14 years and 11am - 12 noon for 15 years + If you are interested in joining the group please contact reception on 01823 663010
Read more...