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See Spitfires, Sharks and Unicorns in Southend!
Published: Tuesday 22nd May 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
South Essex residents will get the chance to hear the wonderful thwack of leather on willow when CB40 cricket comes to Garon Park over the Queen’s Jubilee weekend.
Racquets at the ready for Badminton bonanza!
Published: Tuesday 22nd May 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Now’s the time to sign up for a special badminton tournament at Shoeburyness Leisure Centre on Saturday 30th June!
Free swimming this weekend in Shoeburyness!
Published: Wednesday 9th May 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Get ready to take a free dip in one of the newly refurbished pools at Shoeburyness Leisure Centre this weekend.
Early success for cycle stand scheme
Published: Tuesday 1st May 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Ten organisations are already making use of a cycle parking scheme commissioned by Southend-on-Sea Borough Council which provides free bike stands for commuters.
Cricket fans get chance to see a Unicorn in Southend!
Published: Tuesday 3rd April 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Tickets are now on sale for this year’s Southend Cricket Festival – so make sure you snap yours up quickly if you don’t want to miss out on all the action.
Dip in to Wet Wednesdays!
Published: Tuesday 20th March 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Over 65-year-olds from Southend are being invited to swim free on Wednesdays at pools in Southend from Wednesday 4th April.
Over fifty and fit!
Published: Tuesday 20th March 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Calling all residents aged 50 and above.
Swimming sessions for disabled children
Published: Tuesday 20th March 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Families with a disabled child are invited to swim between 9am and 11am on Sunday 1st April at Southend Swimming and Diving Centre.
Gear up for major charity bike ride
Published: Wednesday 7th March 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Prepare your pedals for the grand Cam to Coast Charity Bike Ride 2012
Saddle up, sisters!
Published: Wednesday 7th March 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Girls and women are invited to join a special Ladies Ride in Southend to help get fit for 2012.
Swimmers urged to go to great lengths!
Published: Wednesday 29th February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Swimmers of all ages are urged to stretch themselves further with some special new free weekly classes.
Unicorns to spearhead 2012 Cricket Festival!
Published: Friday 24th February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
The Southend Cricket Festival WILL take place this year - despite Essex County Cricket Club’s decision not to host the much-loved sporting event.
Share your ideas about Southend’s leisure centres
Published: Thursday 23rd February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Users of Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s four leisure centres are invited to a special customer forum on Thursday 29th March.
Can you run at least a mile for charity?
Published: Wednesday 1st February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Now’s the time to sign up to take part in Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile on Sunday 25th March!
Get your kit on!
Published: Tuesday 10th January 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
A special new fitness campaign at Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre is designed to inspire people to get their kit on and take exercise.
Make netball your goal!
Published: Wednesday 4th January 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Why not spring into the New Year, with new netball sessions starting on Tuesday 17th January at Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre.
Try out an original Olympic sport!
Published: Wednesday 4th January 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Why not have a go at fencing – one of the original Olympic sports.
Join the Big Splash in Southend!
Published: Thursday 15th December 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Can’t swim?
Take part in new football league
Published: Tuesday 6th December 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Why not start a brand new year with a brand new 5-a-side football league? Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre will be launching their exciting new league in January 2012.
Professional coaching for football fanatics
Published: Wednesday 26th October 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Fancy yourself as an undiscovered football superstar? Well fear not, as Pay and Play Football sessions will be hosted every Tuesday at Shoeburyness Leisure Centre.
Shuttle service!
Published: Tuesday 4th October 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
A free badminton taster session is on offer at Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre, Garon Park, of Eastern Avenue, Southend, on Saturday 15th October.
Splash out at Belfairs this summer!
Published: Thursday 21st July 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Crash courses for children who lack confidence in water or who cannot swim are on offer at Belfairs Swim Centre this summer.
Tots gym courses repeated
Published: Thursday 10th March 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Pre-school gym sessions for youngsters have proved so popular that a new series is due to get underway at Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre.
Spring into shape with Aqua Aerobics
Published: Friday 25th February 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Ease yourself into exercise with fun and sociable Aqua Aerobics classes at Shoeburyness Leisure Centre.
Mini dippers make a splash
Published: Friday 25th February 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Help your tot to be a water baby by attending the forthcoming course of parent and baby lessons at Belfairs Swim Centre.
Make a splash for charity!
Published: Wednesday 9th February 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Now is the time to register for this year’s charity Swimathon at the Southend Swimming and Diving Centre in Garon Park.
Walking your way to the Games!
Published: Wednesday 2nd February 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Get into the Olympic spirit by joining a series of five free commemorative walks in Southend, Castle Point and Rochford.
Get in the swim this half term!
Published: Wednesday 2nd February 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Take your pick from a range of exciting swimming opportunities in Southend this half term!
Learn to swim at Shoeburyness
Published: Monday 31st January 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Children aged from six months to 16 years can benefit from swimming lessons now under way at Shoeburyness Leisure Centre.
Anyone for tennis?
Published: Wednesday 26th January 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
A brand new tennis league - designed for adults of all standards - starts in Southend on Monday 31st January.
Buoyant boosts at Belfairs!
Published: Wednesday 26th January 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Fabulous fun and fitness can be found at Belfairs Swim Centre – with party opportunities and exercise classes galore.
Girls – get in touch with your active side for 2011!
Published: Wednesday 22nd December 2010 in Council - news and information releases news
Southend-on-Sea Borough Council in partnership with the East Essex Triathlon Club is offering fun-seeking females aged 16 and over the chance to get active in the New Year.
Girls – get in touch with your active side for 2011!
Published: Wednesday 22nd December 2010 in Council - news and information releases news
Southend-on-Sea Borough Council in partnership with the East Essex Triathlon Club is offering fun-seeking females aged 16 and over the chance to get active in the New Year.
Take the plunge for a good cause!
Published: Wednesday 22nd December 2010 in Council - news and information releases news
Fancy doing your bit for charity? Then grab your goggles and head down to Belfairs Swim Centre in the New Year to get in some training for a very worthwhile Swim-a-thon.
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