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Active Choices Olympics at Leigh Harriers Athletic Track

Wednesday 11 July 10am – 2pm

*Registration from 9.30am – 10am*

In the run up to the London 2012 Olympics, we are having our very own Active Choices Olympic Event!  There will be lots of activities happening including a Penalty Shoot-Out, Boccia, Curling, 100m sprints, throwing events such as Javelin as well as Long Jump and High Jump!  There’ll also be a Bike race using the Wheels for All adapted cycles to name just a few.  Each event will last around 20mins and competitors will be able to compete in as many or a few as they want.

There will be a  separate area for Arts and Crafts where people can design their own flags or even get their face painted!  We also have a Quiet Zone where people can relax throughout the day and enjoy the Healthy snacks that are available at the Tuck Shop.

At the end of all the events,  there will be a presentation where everyone who took part on the day will receive a medal and certificate of participation.

We advise everyone to bring along their lunch as well as a drink and suitable athletic clothing and footwear must also be worn.

All the Active Choices staff will be there to run all the different events - Rob Street, Karen Hall, Matt McQuillan and Emma Moran.

You can just turn up on the day but booking is advisable – call 01942 886802 and speak to Rob Street or leave him a message on the answering machine and Rob will call you back.

Last year’s event was a huge success and hopefully this year will be even bigger and better! 

Welcome to Get Active the new website to you get active and healthy. Get Active Wigan & Leigh is brought to you by the Active Living Team and is supported by our very own local member of Team GB Jenny Meadows.

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