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Netball comes to Wandsworth

Admin — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:10:42 +0000

The Back to Netball programme is a country wide programme involving over 15,000 women since it started in 2010 resulting in a 18% increase in womens participation since 2009.

Back to Netball is a gentle re-introduction to the sport for adult females of all ages. Sessions are coach led and will cover the basics of game from chest passes to foot work, these sessions cater for all abilities.

The reaction to these sessions has been phenomenal with amazing feedback from the women who have enjoyed getting back into the game. Some of the reactions from these sessions include one delighted netballer stating “Back to Netball has made a big impact on my life, from not playing for 20 years, I now play twice a week and have a wonderful new set of friends.“

Another player who regularly attends the sessions pinpointed the friendly atmosphere as a key positive, saying “It is an excellent and affordable way of keeping fit and meeting new people. I really enjoyed it and recommend it to lots of my friends.”

Location
The Wandle Recreation Centre
Mapleton Road,
London SW18 4DN

Dates and times
Day – Every Thursday
From – 28/06/12 – On going
Time – 19:30-20:30
Cost – £2

Contact
Rachael Purchase
Tel:07854 090625
E-mail:rachael.purchase@englandnetball.co.uk

For more information visit England Net Ball

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It’s a great time to learn a foreign language

Admin — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:36:07 +0000

With everyone thinking of exotic destinations to go for on their holiday, most people expect to get by with English. But why not fully immerse yourself and learn another language? Not only can you enjoy holidays better, but it also broadens your horizons socially and if you ever choose to work abroad, economically.
What is the best way to learn a foreign language?
There are many ways to actually learn a language, depending on what’s available to you and how much time you can put aside. Let’s look at some key methods for studying a foreign language.

From the bookshop
Self-study textbooks and CDs are good for busy people and can give you a good introduction to a language. If you’re highly motivated you can get a long way on your own. What you’ll miss is critical feedback on small errors or pronunciation and the chance to interact in the language.

The Internet
This can be a similar experience to studying from a book, but with the bonus of interacting with other language students. This could occur simply via writing, YouTube videos, on a more in-depth online course, this might involve live conversations too.

Face-to-face – at home
Some people need a regular commitment and a face-to-face situation to make significant language learning progress. Through private language schools or teachers, search for a class that seems right for you, one that doesn’t have too many students, has convenient class times and a useful clear textbook. Always check if they have teaching qualifications, or ask their previous students.

Immerse yourself
The most rewarding way to learn a language, but also usually the most expensive, is to take an immersion course in the country where the language is spoken. Spending several weeks in Paris, or better still several months, home-staying with a local family and attending daily classes taught only in French, this is the ultimate crash course. An expensive but really great way to learn a language.

Practice makes perfect
As you make progress beyond a basic conversational level, an important consideration is how to keep practicing and improving the language. Getting beyond the classroom is especially important then, so try some of the following:

• Watch foreign movies on DVD… using the subtitles.
• Listen to popular foreign music, and try to understand the lyrics.
• Meet up with a language exchange partner – check websites or local papers to find people who want to improve their English. Chat for an hour in a café – 30 minutes in English, 30 minutes in their language.
• Consider studying towards a recognised language proficiency exam, a local embassy would be able to provide information relevant for your language.
• If you’re able to visit a country where the language is spoken, even just for a short holiday, take every opportunity to speak with the locals.
• Collect newspapers or brochures in the local language to take home and practice reading in the future.

Jia You!
“Jia you” is a handy Chinese phrase which doesn’t translate perfectly into English, but means something like “Do your best” or “Go for it!”. The literal translation is ‘add oils’, but ‘go for it’ sounds better. When trying to remember new vocabulary or struggling to understand a difficult grammar point, just remember to “jia you,” and don’t give up! Once you start communicating in another language the possibilities are endless, and the personal satisfaction is enormous.

About the author

Desmond Harrington is the Managing Director of Conversation Piece, a language training company catering for all World languages across all levels and ages located in Earlsfield SW18 4RL; for more information contact Arthi at 0208 944 8394 or visit www.conversation-piece.co.uk.

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LivingWandsworth finally updated

Admin — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:50:30 +0000

On the 15th June the LivingWandsworth website received a much anticipated update, it still contains the same valuable information that you’ve come to expect but it’s easier to find, more logically laid out and has some snazzy new features.

From now on for any of the articles, and blog posts you will have the opportunity to leave your own comments and opinions, you can also share links via popular social networks like FaceBook, Twitter, Digg and the like. One of the major changes is that the site is optimised for mobile devices, so you can keep up-to-date whilst on the move.

Of course these changes are only the beginning and the site is still undergoing work, you can expect more information, regular blogs and updates, more interaction and better opportunities for residents and businesses in Wandsworth to use the site as a platform to tell their story, no matter how small or big.

As ever the site will only get better when everyone takes part, so if you have anything to contribute to the site such as the following then get in touch with us using the contact form.

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Poundworld opens first store in Tooting

Admin — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 19:05:41 +0000

- 30 local retail jobs created
- 157th store will provide credit busting offers on over 5,000 products

Family-owned single price retailer Poundworld has announced the opening of its new store in Tooting which will create 30 new retail jobs for the area.

Officially opening to the public at 10am on Friday 25th May, the new Poundworld store at 33-39 Tooting High Street will help cost conscious shoppers beat the recession by offering a ‘value’ alternative to other high street retailers.

With massive savings on leading brands such as Cadbury’s, Coca Cola and Johnson’s, the huge store offers over 5,000 products for the purse friendly price of £1. The vast range includes household essentials, textiles, toiletries and groceries, making it ideal for local shoppers looking to cut the cost of their everyday shop.

Chris Edwards Junior, trading director at Poundworld, said: “We’re really delighted to be opening our first store in Tooting, creating 30 new jobs for the area. Busy shoppers can take advantage of the great location in order to stock up on our fantastic offers and brands.

“We look forward to welcoming customers through our doors and we hope our new store will prove a big hit with savvy shoppers in Tooting.”

The opening is part of a wider expansion programme for Poundworld in Greater London, with locations in Shepherds Bush, Bexleyheath, Staines, Leyton, Lewisham and East Ham opened in recent weeks.

Poundworld plans to help more shoppers in the UK minimise the cost of everyday living by opening a further 30 stores by the end of 2012. Yorkshire-based, Poundworld was founded in 1997 and has over 150 stores across the UK.

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Big Dance 2012 event

Admin — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 18:10:42 +0000

At C’mon and Dance professionals and community dance groups will be sharing the stage performing dance in every style. Celebrating the best in local community dance we will see street from Scariofunk, break dancing from NHM Youth Dance, under fives creative dance, and aspiring professionals from Lambeth College performing a contemporary piece. Featuring a special performance of ‘Big and Small’ a dance made by and starring local children and adults with Laura Aldridge of Another Dance Company, there truly is something for everybody!

Providing inspiration professionals Ballet Ensemble perform a modern ballet, Ondamore showcase Latin Zouk, and giving us a taster of their classes Swingland teach us how to swing and Tango Fandango how to Argentine Tango.

Kicking off at 1:30pm come and watch your community dancing, and why not give it a go too!? Every body is welcome.
It’s free, no need to book, just turn up and have fun.

Friday 6th July, 1:30pm- 5pm, Tooting Bec Common (outside the pavilion changing rooms near Dr Johnson Avenue car park).
info@anotherdancecompany.com

The event is funded by Big Dance 2012 with support from Wandsworth Borough Council, managed by Another Dance Company.

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