CHILDREN in the Bere Peninsula enjoyed three days of tennis and athletics on the Recreation Field in Bere Ferrers. A series of successful evenings of tennis coaching was followed up with summertime activities geared to developing more skills, enjoying exercise and having fun. Thirty children aged 5 to 14 participated with tremendous enthusiasm. The redesigned Recreation Field with its first class tennis court provided an excellent venue. Dotty Allan (UK Athletics Level 2) and John Wright (LTA Level 3) provided expert coaching. After sessions playing tennis, throwing the javelin, hurdling, long jump, running and negotiating an obstacle course, each day finished with an enormous game of rounders. Thanks were expressed to Dotty and John, and to all who participated so enthusiastically. By popular request something similar will be arranged during half-term and a repeat performance next summer. Contact Robin Eastwood or Angela Hooper on 01822 840426 for further details.
