Applications invited for Vale's 2008 sports academy

Applications invited for Vale's 2008 sports academy

The Vale of Glamorgan Council sports development team is again inviting young international performers residing within its area to apply for assistance with training.

 

The 2008 sports academy scheme will entitle a maximum of 50 successful applicants, who must not be receiving financial support for training from any other source, free use of facilities at seven council-owned leisure complexes.

 

The training facilities, which include fitness studios (for those over 16), swimming pools and sports halls, are available at the Barry, Cowbridge, Holm View (Barry), Llantwit Major and Penarth centres. Also available are the Colcot Sports Centre and Jenner Park Athletics Stadium.

 

Vale sports, arts and play development manager Karen Davies said: “The application process includes details of the past year's achievements and the individual's planned programme for the year ahead. We will want to hear about other details including squad memberships, competitions and trials.”

 

The deadline for applications for the 2008 cards is Friday, 7 December. To discuss a potential application, please telephone Karen Davies on (01446) 704614 or, alternatively, to request an application form, contact Julie Morgan on (01446) 704754. Visit www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/sportsdevelopment for more details.


21/11/2007