Left to right, Gazmend Bogiqi from Kosovo, Kleanth Labo from Albania, John Harrison from the Barrow and District Table Tennis Centre and Cumbria County Council councillor Jim Hamezeian representing the Barrow Multicultural Community Forum
Table tennis coaches at the centre, based at Furness Academy’s South Site, have started running sessions in conjunction with the Barrow Multi-Cultural Forum to get more people taking up the paddle.
The sessions, which run every Monday, have already attracted members of Furness’ Kosovan and Albanian communities and the organisers are hopeful more individuals will soon come along.
“We just want to see if we can provide a route into sport for the different ethnic groups in the area,” said coach John Harrison.
“Table tennis is the national sport in China and there might be members of the Chinese community, for instance, who want to come and give it a go.
“For all we know there might be two or three kids in the town who turn out to be absolute wizards at the sport.”
The sessions run every Monday between 7.30pm and 9pm, for both youngsters and adults.
Anyone who wants to attend can just turn up on the night, or can contact John Harrison on 07814 163887.
Coaching and equipment will be provided and both able-bodied and disabled athletes are welcome to come along.
Women and Girls Physical Activity Development Day
The event takes place at Parkview School Playing Fields on Sunday 14th June, 1pm – 5pm.
This free event is an excellent way for women of all ages to try something different, make friends, learn new skills and improve their health.
The day will include a series of free 45 minute taster sessions every hour on the hour between 1pm and 5pm, allowing you to try out four different sports. No equipment is needed, just come along appropriately dressed.
Everyone who takes part on the day will receive a FREE goody bag!
Activities on offer on the day include Athletics, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Cheerleading, Football, Canoeing, Orienteering, Karate, Power Kites, Tennis, Netball, Walking, Table Tennis (Barrow Table Tennis Centre), Cricket, Dance Mats, Rounders and Aqua Natal Class.
The Dance Mats and Aqua Natal Class (12-1pm) will take place across the road at the Park Leisure Centre.
The canoeing is taking place at Cavendish Docks and the Orienteering starts from the Pavilion in Barrow Park.
There will also be a Bouncy Castle to keep youngsters happy!
