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Children's
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The
UK is well organised for providing sport for children of all ages.
What
follows is a selection of what we think will be of interest.
If
your sport is not included please contact
us, we will be pleased to help.
Athletics
Visit
The
UK Running Track Directory or The
Directory of British Athletic Clubs to find a club that provides
facilities for children.
Climbing
Walls
Click
here to find a Climbing Wall in London and the South East
of England. Climbing Walls may also be available in Sports and
Leisure Centres.
Football/Soccer
Football
is played in most schools as well as in local playing fields for
teams in Saturday and Sunday leagues. The sports pages of your
local newspapers all feature the local boys (and girls) football
leagues and results. New players are always welcome.
The
National
Association of Youth Football Leagues website, although limited,
provides links to some local youth football associations and is
worth a visit even if it is only to get an understanding of what
is available.
Gymnastics
UK
Gymnastics Clubs
Horse
Riding
Riding
Schools
British
Riding Clubs
Mountain
Biking
www.mtbbritain.co.uk/
www.mainthing.co.uk/
www.mtb-trails.co.uk/
Mountain
Bike Routes UK
Rugby
Schools
Rugby is well organised and is played by most Independent
Schools and Grammar Schools throughout the UK.
Youth
and Mini Rugby is often provided by local Rugby clubs for
those still at school. Click
here for a list of these clubs.
Skateboarding
Skateboard
UK for Skateboarding locations and much more.
Skateboard
equipment
Swimming
Click
here to find a swimming club near you. Each club listed has
its own website and will provide facilities for teaching and coaching
children.
Water
Sports
Rowing.
Most
Independent and some Grammar Schools have a thriving culture in
Rowing and many participate in the many national schools regattas.
Rowing clubs on the River Thames also encourage children of all
ages to participate. If you think you are a future 'Steve Redgrave'
or you just want to enjoy being on the river you will be welcome.
All clubs provide coaching.
Click
here for links to these Rowing Clubs and Click
here for information for Young People in Rowing.
Canoeing
Click
here to visit the British Canoe Union's Youth pages of their
website which has information on the extensive youth training
programme and events.
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