Singing the praises of life in the Vale
This year's national survey revealing the Vale of Glamorgan as
one of the best places in Britain to bring up a family certainly
struck a chord with Cowbridge resident Huw Price.
After spending two decades living in London, family man Huw, who
was born and bred in the Vale, has returned to his roots and is
quick to recognise the great appeal of the area.
During his years in the capital, Huw worked in the music
recording industry alongside many famous names, including David
Bowie and "Primal Scream," and is now helping a number of local
bands. They include Cowbridge Comprehensive School-based "Solution
Device," who are hoping to follow in the footsteps of "The
Automatic’," comprising four former pupils whose first single,
"Monster," and debut album "Not Accepted Anywhere" were massive
hits.
In contrast to his years in London where he existed mainly on a
diet of fast food, cigarettes, coffee and a sedentary lifestyle
sitting at a mixing desk, Huw, whose aim is to change his lifestyle
and get fitter, is now a regular visitor to the Cowbridge Leisure
Centre.
Using the centre's LifeStyle Health & Fitness gym on average
twice a week, Huw (green belt, 4th kyu) is also a member of
Cowbridge Karate Jutsu Kai along with 10-year-old son Danny who is
learning essential life skills such as discipline and self defence
as well as participating in a shared fun activity.
Huw is delighted with the camaraderie at the centre and, with
the help of supportive staff, has achieved a big lifestyle
difference. Not only has he reduced his stress levels, he’s seen
physical differences such as dropping a waist size and increasing a
shirt size!
Huw said: “I feel energised in attending LifeStyle Health &
Fitness and often train before I start my working day. This is
invaluable time, without telephones ringing, to plan and think
about my day ahead.”
Cowbridge centre manager Simon Jones said: “The centre has a
host of activities to suit families or individuals and improve on
current lifestyles. The team is excellent and we have a wide range
of clubs for customers to choose from.”
For more information on the Cowbridge centre, including
LifeStyle Health & Fitness, contact (01446) 775533 or visit
www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/lifestyle.
Alternatively, to contact the Cowbridge Karate Jutsu Kai, speak to
club secretary Mora Garside on (01446) 775202.
Caption: Cowbridge resident Huw Price is
delighted with what the Vale has to offer.