by Mairi Lowe
5R Forrester High School
With a wide variety of sports now available for young people across Edinburgh, finding the right one for you can be tiring. However, sport doesn’t have to be dull. Why not try a new and exciting activity: archery?
The ancient weapon of the bow and arrow can be an enthralling prospect for many young people today. This unique skill can now be learnt in a safe and secure environment in centres throughout Edinburgh, such as Carrickvale Community Centre. 9-16 year olds can participate in this sport for only £40, covering a span of ten weeks. Carrickvale also offers a one week taster session in its summer programme.
Book your place now in either the Youth or Family archery summer group, both Mon 15th-Fri 19th July. Call 0131 443 6971 or visit Carrickvale on Saughton Mains St for more details. Do something different this summer and reap the rewards.
Archery is not only a fun hobby, it also provides young people and even adults with the skills they need to lead a healthy lifestyle. One of the best things about the sport is that almost anyone can take it up, no matter what age, gender or level of fitness. This allows participants to meet a variety of people and make new friends. Communication skills are critical for the world of work, alongside teamwork. Many fun and interesting team building challenges are pursued within archery, enforcing just how important co-operation is to solve problems.
