GL1 Allstars Futsal Club (Onside Football Project)
Come and learn to play football the Brazilian way!!! It's fun, fast, it's Futsal - and now you can learn how this super quick game of football is played. It's based upon skill, technique, movement, speed and respect. See how Ronaldo and Ronaldinho developed their skills! Plus it's only £1 per session!
U11s Saturday 9-11am
U14s Thrusday 4-6pm (Currently running on Wednesdays until week beginning 14th Sept)
U18s Friday 4-6pm
If you want to know more about Futsal, click here to download the FA's Futsal Factsheet (PDF 900kb)
Handball Club
Every Wednesday from January 27th (except week of 3rd Feb, when session will be running on Tuesday 2nd February, year 7&8 from 4-5pm, year 9&10 from 5-6pm).
Only 50p a session!
Be part of the legacy of the 2012 Olympics, by learning an up and coming sport. Handball is an indoor team sport, which mixes high-speed action, gymnastic agility, sleight of hand and tremendous power with spectacular shots on goal. It has been described as a sport combining all the best elements of basketball, water polo and football with a little bit of rugby thrown in.
GL1 Mini Squash Club
Mini Squash is the England Squash approved game for children aged 5-11 and offers an ideal introduction to the sport.
This exciting game fits the needs of younger children and is played using specialised equipment designed to help the children achieve maximum success.
There are three main levels in Mini Squash, which are colour coded Red (FUNdation), Orange (Improver) and Green (Pro). Within each level, there are individual stages of progression.
Mini Squash FUNdation (Red)
4.30-5.15pm : 5-7 years. £3.50 per session
4.30-5.15pm : 5-7 years. £3.50 per session
A great introduction to the game of squash using specialised equipment designed to help children achieve maximum success.
This is the very first stage of Mini Squash and is vital to the building of skills and confidence. The emphasis is very much on developing key fundamental skills including movement and coordination while being introduced to the basic elements of the game.
Mini Squash Improver (Orange)
5.15-6.15pm : 8-10 years. £4.00 per session
5.15-6.15pm : 8-10 years. £4.00 per session
An introduction for young players to play on a full court. The ball used for this level is bigger, bouncier and slower than a traditional squash ball, giving the player more time to learn and play basic strokes.
Junior Squash (Green)
6.15-7.15pm : 11 -16 years. £4 per session.
6.15-7.15pm : 11 -16 years. £4 per session.
Why not try the great game of squash. The sport you can play all the year round, regardless of weather. A great way to let off some steam and exercise at the same time. The course covers the basic strokes, techniques, rules and scoring and a lot more. Squash is a FUN game. Come and try it!!!!! All rackets and balls are provided.
Street Games
Mondays 4-6pm Ages 8-16yrs
Just £1 per session!
No need to book in advance, just turn up and play! Street Games is a multi-sport activity session in our sports hall including football, basketball, cricket, tag rugby, street cheer/dance/cheerleading & ultimate frisbee.
Termtime Courses
GL1 always has a fantastic array of courses and sessions running after school throughout termtime to keep the kids active and energetic.
Fun@GL1 Junior Sports courses run every school holiday at GL1.
Activities may include fitness, fun and health through games, skating, squash, street dance, cheerleading, football, tag rugby, sports hall athletics, cricket, tennis, basketball and water based activities including inflatables and water polo.
On the last day of the week participants will experience ‘Olympic Friday’ where they will be able to gain certificates and medals as they take part in team competitions.
Children will go swimming each day in GL1’s ‘Wet n Wild’ session in the Barton Pool.
For any more information, please contact GL1 reception or downlaod a leaflet from our Leaflet Rack