Get Ready to Shake Up Summer

R E M M U S P U E K A H S JULY-AUGUST 2022

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WELCOME

The getactiveabc team is ready! Are you?

From land-based adventure with an extensive summer camp programme to splash-tastic watersports activities, there are plenty of ways to shake up your summer.

Get ready to have serious fun with events such as National Play Day, Love Parks Week and Tannaghmore Bird Fair.

Say goodbye to “I’m bored” as Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre provide plenty of teenage kicks and our indoor/outdoor facilities deliver sunshine - filled family focused activities to leave even the most demanding youngster wanting more!

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MULTI-SPORTS CAMPS

Come along and join the fun this summer with a wide variety of sports and games to try whilst making new friends in a fun and safe environment!

Our sessions are delivered by qualified and experienced sports coaches.

The camps are carefully planned and delivered to ensure every child has a positive experience.

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South Lake Leisure Centre

5-11 yrs 25-29 July 8-12 Aug

10.00am - 12.30pm [5-8yrs] 1.30pm - 4.00pm [9-11 yrs]

£25

Orchard Leisure Centre

5-11 yrs 1-5 Aug 15-19 Aug

2.00pm - 4.00pm 2.00pm - 4.00pm

£20

Banbridge Leisure Centre

5-11 yrs 4-8 July 25-29 July 8-12 Aug

10.00am - 12.00pm 2.00pm - 4.00pm 10.00am - 12.00pm

£20

Dromore Community Centre

5-11 yrs 4-8 July 8-12 Aug

2.00pm - 4.00pm 2.00pm - 4.00pm

£20

Rathfriland Community Centre

5-11 yrs 25-29 July

10.00am - 12.00pm

£20

St Patrick’s Banbridge 3G Pitch

5-11 yrs 18-22 July

10.00am - 12.00pm

£20

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CRAZY SUMMER SCHEMES

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Get ready to enjoy the fun this summer at the getactiveabc crazy summer schemes with a wide range of activities, sports, games and crafts, whilst making new friends in a fun and safe environment. All activities take place under the supervision of experienced leaders.

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PRICE PER WEEK

Keady

8-12 yrs

1-5 Aug 8-12 Aug

10.00am - 3.00pm 10.00am - 3.00pm

£46 & £30 [conc]

Tandragee

8-12 yrs

8-12 Aug 15-19 Aug

10.00am - 3.00pm 10.00am - 3.00pm

£46 & £30 [conc]

Richhill

8-12 yrs

18-22 July 25-29 July 1-5 Aug

10.00am - 3.00pm 10.00am - 3.00pm 10.00am - 3.00pm

£46 & £30 [conc]

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SHAKE UP SUMMER GYMNASTICS CAMPS

Get active this summer while having fun with flips, splits, tumbles and more! You do not need to have previous gymnastics experience to come along. There will be lots of fun and games included in the sessions and opportunities to make new friends.

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South Lake

4-16 yrs

4-8 July 1-5 Aug 15-19 Aug

10.00am - 12.00pm (4-7 years) 1.00pm - 3.00pm (8-12 years) 4.00pm - 6.00pm (13-16 years)

£30

Dromore

5-11 yrs

4-8 July 15-17 Aug

9.30am - 11.30am 10.00am - 12.00pm

£30 £18 (for 3 days)

Gilford

5-11 yrs

4-8 July

2.00pm - 4.00pm

£30

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CRAZY SUMMER ANGLING CAMP Head down to the river at Dromore Community Centre and get hooked on angling.

1-3 Aug | 10.00am - 3.00pm £40 | 8-15 yrs

SHAKE UP SUMMER DANCE CAMPS

Our dance camps are perfect for movers and groovers to learn about dance, try a wide variety of styles and make new friends and lasting memories.

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Orchard

5-11 yrs

15-17 Aug

10.00am - 12.00pm

Banbridge

5-11 yrs

25-27 July

10.00am - 12.00pm

Dromore

5-11 yrs

8-10 Aug

10.00am - 12.00pm

Rathfriland

5-11 yrs

1-3 Aug

10.00am - 12.00pm

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FOR 3 DA YS

GET READY TO MAKE A SPLASH! £1.00 swims are back so get ready to have serious fun in our pools at South Lake Leisure Centre, Craigavon, Orchard Leisure Centre, Armagh and Banbridge Leisure Centre. It is a splash-tastic offer so dive on in and make some waves!

Dates: 1 July - 31 Aug Times: 9.00am - 5.00pm | Mon to Sun* Ages: 17 years & under *£1 swims consist of a 1 hour swim session | Applies to ages 17 years & under | Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult | Children aged 4 and under swim free | Subject to centre normal opening times.

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SUMMER OF FUN AT CRAIGAVON GOLF & SKI

KIDS SUMMER ACTIVITY SPECIAL Tube | Footgolf | Food

£13.00 Individual Ticket | Suitable for kids aged 7-12 years | Duration 2.5 hours Availability: Every Tuesday & Thursday throughout July & Aug 10.00am - 12.30pm Sunday 3, 17 & 31 July, 14 & 28 Aug 1.00pm - 3.30pm

INDIVIDUAL TUBING Tube

£6.00 Individual Ticket Suitable for participants aged 5-14 years Duration 30 minutes Availability: Saturdays from 3.00pm

TEENAGE KICKS Tube | Footgolf | Food

£13.00 Individual Ticket Suitable for teenagers aged 13-16 years Duration 2.5 hours Availability: Fridays 2.00pm – 4.30pm 15 & 29 July | 12 & 26 August

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FAMILY TUBING Tube

£35 for group of 6 Suitable for participants aged 3+ years Duration 30 minutes Availability: Mon - Fri from 10.00am - 8.00pm Sat - Sun from 10.00am - 5.00pm Additional participants can be added on request [T&Cs apply]

FAMILY & FRIENDS FUN SPECIAL Tube | Footgolf | Food

£60.00 for group of 6 | Suitable for participants aged 3+ | Duration 2 hours

Availability: Sundays | 11:00 - 1.00pm | 11:30 - 1:30pm 3 & 17 July | 14 & 28 Aug Additional participants can be added on request [T&Cs apply]

JUNIOR TUBING PARTY Tube

£80.00 for group of 12 Suitable for participants aged 5-15 years Duration 1 hour Availability: Mon - Fri from 10.00am - 8.00pm Sat - Sun from 10.00am - 5.00pm Additional participants can be added on request [T&Cs apply]

FOOTGOLF

£2.50 Concession U18 | £4.50 Adult 18+ Duration 45 minutes - 1 hour Football Hire £1.00pp Availability: Mon - Fri from 9:30am - 8.00pm Sat - Sun from 9:30am - 4.00pm

Book at w getactiveabc.com/ craigavongolf&ski

GET YOUR GAME ON Getactiveabc manages two fantastic golf courses in the area - Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre, Silverwood and Loughgall Country Park & Golf Course.

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Get adventurous on the lakes at South Lake Watersports, Craigavon.

Prepare for serious summer fun, adventure, speed, laughter, and even getting a little bit wet!

Kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddleboarding, banana boating, and much more! Say hello to unforgettable ”whoopeeee’ water and land-based adventure whatever your age, experience and ability, all set within the stunning grounds of Craigavon City Park.

Our Aqua Inflatable Obstacle Course promises even more ‘total wipeout’ style adventure.

We cater for individual ‘pay and play’ sessions as well as visits from groups. Fuel your adventure at our on-site ‘Cafe Incredable’ serving delicious all-day food and beverages.

NEW FOR 2022!

WATERSPORTS ACTIVITY DAYS Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in July and August 10.00am - 3.00pm | £25 per person per day [picnic lunch included] | £20 for each additional family member | Age 8+ This exciting mix of watersports and dryside activities will include banana boat | aqua park | climbing wall | paddleboards | canoeing and kayaking | cycling… and much more [subject to change and weather].

Bring some snacks and a change of clothes.

Book at w getactiveabc.com/southlakewatersports

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ABC INCLUSIVE SUMMER SCHEME Inclusive sports and physical activity opportunities for children with a disability, along with siblings and friends.

Richhill Recreation Centre | 5-8 July Dromore Community Centre | 16-19 Aug Junior Scheme 7-11 yrs | 10.00am - 12.30pm Senior Scheme 12-16 yrs | 1.30pm - 4.00pm

£FOR240DAYS

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As this is primarily a sport and physical activity summer scheme, participants should have an interest in these activities. 1:1 care will not be provided so children must be able to attend independently or have a friend/sibling to assist.

Please register your interest with Colleen Connolly Inclusive Sport & Leisure Officer e ColleenConnolly@dsni.co.uk p 07769 250885

This year’s theme is “All to play for – building play opportunities for all children.”

Please watch out on GetActiveABC for all the details about having fun during National Play Day week 1-7 August 2022.

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NATIONAL PLAY DAY

National Play Day will be celebrated on Wednesday 3 August.

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SUMMER AT OXFORD ISLAND TEDDY TRAILS

LOCATION

Oxford Island

AGE

3-6 yrs

A fun event for the under 6’s. Come along and enjoy a short walk, minibeast hunt and a craft activity.

DATES

4 & 5 July 8 & 9 Aug

GUIDE IN THE HIDE LOCATION

Oxford Island

AGE

4+ yrs

MARVELOUS MINI-BEASTS LOCATION

Oxford Island

AGE

4+ yrs

TIMES

10.00am - 12.00pm 10.00am - 12.00pm

PRICE

£4

Family bird watching at Kinnego Hide. Call in to Kinnego Hide where staff will be on hand to help you identify the birds of Lough Neagh.

DATES

6 & 7 July 10 & 11 Aug

TIMES

10.00am - 12.00pm 10.00am - 12.00pm

PRICE

Drop-in event

Explore the habitats of Oxford Island in search of the minature monsters that inhabit our meadows, woodlands and ponds.

DATES

21 July

TIMES

10.00am - 12.00pm

PRICE

£4

For further information and to make a booking please contact the Conservation Service on e biodiversity.ed@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk

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NEW FOR SUMMER 2022

Get ready to ‘play wild’ at Oxford Island’s new, world exclusive playpark!

A brand new, state-of-the-art, bespoke and truly unique play park is now open at Oxford Island – and it has to be seen to be believed. The park overlooks the stunning Lough Neagh and the play facilities give a ‘nod’ to life on the island.

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Come along and try your hand at outdoor bowls on the Lurgan Park Bowling Green. Equipment will be provided.

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GET OUTDOORS THIS SUMMER

HIGHLIGHTS FOR OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS OF ALL AGES INCLUDE:

On your doorstep this summer, roam free in our huge variety of stunning parks, guaranteeing smiles all around with family experiences to cherish!

• Kinnego Bushcraft Group Adventure

Fresh air, stunning views, traditional and natural woodland play parks, wildlife spotting and challenging trails and treks.

• Solitude Skate Park, Banbridge

For further information visit w getactiveabc.com/getoutdoors

• Fishing at Loughgall & Kinnego

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• South Lake Cycle Hire & Inclusive Cycle Scheme • Berthing at Kinnego Marina • Gosford, Kinnego & Clare Glen Camping & Caravanning • Golf at Loughgall Country Park and Craigavon Golf & Ski

GET GETOUTDOORS ADVENTUROUS WITH AT ISLAND AT ALLOXFORD OUT TREKKING GOSFORD FOREST PARK It's back! Now taking summer bookings for 'All Out Trekking' at Gosford Forest Park.

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All sessions are guided by trained staff and bespoke packages can be organised for larger groups [16+].

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The all terrain buggies are suitable for both disabled and non-disabled riders, enabling inclusive participation in a beautiful parkland setting.

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2 July - 29 September Every Thursday & Saturday 11.00am - 12.30pm | 1.30pm - 3.00pm £20pp | £70 for 4 people

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MUGA

This summer get ready to get seriously active with a wide selection of sports sessions for FREE at 29 multi-use games areas (MUGAs) throughout the borough.

Dates: Price: Ages:

Weekly sessions from 4 July - 19 Aug Free 8-16 yrs

The MUGA Summer Sports sessions are led by experienced coaches who will ensure you have fun, learn new skills and get the best out of each session. Various types of sports and games will be played such as football, basketball and tennis.

For more details visit: w getactiveabc.com/muga To book a place on this programme at any of the venues please contact Alex Clifford p 07436 537845 or e Alex.Clifford @armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk

WEEKLY SESS IONS

ARMAGH MUGA LOCATIONS:

Callanbridge MUGA | Drumarg MUGA Drumbreda MUGA | Longstone MUGA Millfield MUGA | Mullacreevie MUGA Markethill Primary School | Clady MUGA Blackwatertown MUGA | Laurelvale MUGA

CRAIGAVON MUGA LOCATIONS:

Bleary MUGA | Donacloney Primary School | Scotch Street MUGA Killicomaine MUGA | Magherlin MUGA Brownstown MUGA | Maghery MUGA North Lurgan MUGA | Taghnevan MUGA Ardowen MUGA | Clonmeen MUGA Parkmore MUGA | Portadown People’s Park MUGA | Churchill MUGA Mourneview MUGA | Corcrain All Weather Pitch

BANBRIDGE MUGA LOCATIONS:

Laurencetown MUGA | Thornhill MUGA Havelock 3G

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SUMMER SOFT PLAY & BIRTHDAYS Get out of the house and let the kids run off some summer holiday steam at our indoor soft play facilities while you enjoy a treat at the on-site cafes!

Gulliver’s Soft Play, Orchard Leisure Centre [Age 12 years and under] South Lake Leisure Centre, Craigavon Soft Play [Age 7 years and under]

From mini-bowling to climbing wall adventure, bouncy castle fun to a multi-sports challenge, we can create a bespoke birthday package for a perfect summer celebration!

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Activities will include a large poultry fair, climbing wall, sheepdog trials, stick carving and woodturning, Flying Falcons Birds of Prey, Downe Vintage Car Club, blacksmiths, Armagh Rhymers, arts and crafts and entertainment.

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Tannaghmore Gardens 10.00am - 4.00pm Sat 27 Aug

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TANNAGHMORE BIRD FAIR 2022

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GET URBAN THIS SUMMER

TWO DATES FOR THE DIARY

GO SKATEBOARDING DAY 2022 Tue 21 June Solitude Park, Banbridge

We will be celebrating the pure exhilaration, creativity, and spirit of one of the most infuential activities in the world by blowing off all other obligations to go skateboarding!

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LOVE PARKS WEEK 2022 Mon 25 - Fri 29 July

Allowing everyone to show some affection for our local green spaces and enjoy the great outdoors, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council will be hosting a series of free fun activities throughout the week. There will something to suit all ages, all set within our beautiful and welcoming parks.

Watch out for further details on our social media channels, w getactiveabc.com or email e parksdevelopment@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk.

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GET FIT FOR SUMMER Get ready to flex

A membership with getactiveabc promises flexible fitness and gives you access to nine different facilities for one price.

We all know being active makes us happier and healthier.

With us, fitting fitness into your lifestyle has never been simpler.

Whether you work in one location in the Borough and live in another, like to work out early in the morning or at lunchtime, we have a wide variety of activities throughout our nine facilities to keep you motivated.

REAP THE BENEFITS One single or family getactiveabc membership provides use of nine centres • • • • • • •

Use of all gyms Use of all 160+ Fitness Classes Swimming at all pools Racquet Sports [where available] Climbing wall at Gilford Community Centre Mini-Bowling at Dromore Community Centre Use of Relaxation Suite at Banbridge Leisure Centre & Orchard Leisure Centre

Go for it at getactiveabc.com/memberships

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