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JOIN THE JOGGING REVOLUTION!

Junior jogscotland is the junior programme to jogscotland which was established in 2002 by scottishathletics, the governing body of athletics in Scotland. Jogscotland uses simple, gentle walk/jog/run programmes to encourage everyone to get out and be active! The jogscotland programme is supported by NHS Health Scotland, sportscotland and the Scottish Government Health Department; three national bodies working together to help many people in Scotland adopt a healthier and more active lifestyle. There are many adult course availiable in East Lothian (contact Sue Broadway on 01875 679073 for more details) but Active Schools are keen to get young pupils fit and active, whilst having great fun through the junior programme. There is a great resourse which has lots of fun and energetic warm-ups, games and cool downs as well as a colourful, fun map to chart pupils mileage over the weeks.

Active Schools are offering free training to any volunteer keen to start a junior jogscotland group in their area. The date for the training is:

Wednesday 4th February, 6-8pm at Prestonpans Infant School.

The training will aim to give you experience with the Junior jogscotland resource, allow you to see it in action and  you can also raise any questions or queries with regards to running after school clubs in your area. The training will be relaxed and informal as we are looking to build your confidence in the delivery of this fantastic programme. There will be a brief element of practical activity so please wear suitable clothing.  The session will take place in the gym hall.

To sign up contact Lesley Nicholson on lnicholson@elcschool.org.uk or call her on 07976378469.

Active Schools Win Council Star Award!

The winners of the 2008 Star Awards were announced at a special presentation ceremony held in Brunton Hall, Musselburgh on Thursday 6 November. The Star Awards recognise the achievements of employees and teams in a number of categories. There were over 100 nominations this year and The Active Schools Programme was selected as the winner in the category of Culture and Sport. The Council's Acting Director of Education and Children's Services, Don Ledingham, presented the award. Congratulations to all Active Schools coordinators who have consistently worked hard to achieve set targets to get young people in schools more active! On average per term during 2007/8 36,000 young people were involved in Active Schools Programmes. This is quite an achievement! Well done Active Schools!

Judo

Sportif Judo Club - Tel: 01578 730 452

Success Stories this term

73 Club Members completed a grading this term. Highest grade in club now 13^th mon – Blue belt. Skill level demonstrated at grading has been of high standard. Next Grading to be held in September/October 07

Squad Group train twice a week in North Berwick/Tranent/Dunbar and have achieved the following results

Pro Lega: 3 club League – Sportif judo, Just Judo Edinburgh, Sporting Judo Glasgow

February 07 – Danderhall

Sportif Judo Club in the lead with finals to take place on Sunday 29^th April 07

Grangemouth Open under 16 Tournament 4^th March

Kevin Caie            u30kg               2^nd place    North Berwick/Law PS

Marc Girot            u34kg               5^th place    North Berwick/Law Primary

Ryan Silver           u42kg               3^rd place    North Berwick/Dunbar High School

Parks Open – Tyne & Wear under 16 Tour 10^th March

Elizabeth Musgrove      u32kg            2^nd place    North Berwick/Law PS

Lizzie Dalley                u44kg            1^st Place    North Berwick/NB High

Durham Open – 24^th March

Elizabeth Musgrove      u32kg            3^rd Place    North Berwick/Law PS

Sam Hobbis                u46kg            3^rd place     North Berwick/Gullane PS

Peter Gardiner

Judo Scotland

Active East Lothian Says Farewell!

This month East Lothian Council and Active Schools says farewell to Beth MacLeod, The Active Schools Manager.  Beth started her role as the Active Schools Manager in 2004 and  has made a significant contribution to East Lothian managing the Active Schools Teams in both the primary and secondary sector. Beth has been a valued member of staff and has had a positive impact on the Sport and Physical activity agenda in East Lothian.  Beth joined ELC from Scottish Rugby/Sportscotland where she was National Development officer for women's rugby in Scotland. Beth also had previous local government experience with Stirling Council employed in their sport development unit, which enabled her to have such an impact in her role.  Beth was a graduate of Jordanhill where she gained a BA Hons in Sport In The Community.  Also a very successful Rugby player Beth received an impressive 50 caps for Scotland.  Her new post will see Beth working as a Regional Partnership Manager for the Youth Sport Trust in England.


We all wish her every success for the future.

Left: Beth In Action for Scotland.

Welcome To Active East Lothian

Welcome to the brand new face of Active East Lothian and The Active Schools Network in East Lothian.  The site has been designed to offer easy access to all the latest sports and recreational developments across East Lothian.  The site will remain refresh and updated each week and will allow subscribers the opportunity to stay tuned in with the innovative and creative ways in which East Lothian drives sport and physical activity forward through the Active Schools Network and The Sports Development Team.

The site will increase with content over the next few weeks as each Officer contributes to the site.  So expect to see great things.  If you have anything to add, contribute or discuss please feel free to drop a comment in the 'comments' box below or alternatively you can contact individual officers through their profiles (simply click on their picture for details)

I hope you will find this service useful.

Yours In Sport

East Lothian Active Schools