I'd better introduce myself. I'm Natalie and this is my weekly blog. I'm hoping to run the Swansea Half (Sorry, I mean I AM running it, I can do this!). I work with the likes of Active Swansea in Swansea and feel (a little) inspired to get on the 12 week training plan which you can download here. … [Read more...] about Sofa Surfer to Swansea Halfer Let The Game Begin
Swimming Trio Race for Swansea Sport Honour
“It’s been another fantastic year for sport in Swansea.” A TRIO of super swimmers is in the race to be named Swansea’s Sportsperson of the Year. Jazz Carlin, Georgia Davies and Jack Thomas have been shortlisted for the honour at the annual Swansea Sports Awards taking place at Penyrheol Theatre on … [Read more...] about Swimming Trio Race for Swansea Sport Honour
Swansea Museum Artefact Inspires Kids BBC Series ‘TeaCup Travels’
Another Swansea claim to fame! An ancient Egyptian headrest residing at Swansea Museum has made it to our TV screens featuring as one of Charlotte and Elliot’s adventures in the new CBeebies series ‘Teacup Travels’. The story goes like this… Whenever Charlotte or Elliot visits their Great … [Read more...] about Swansea Museum Artefact Inspires Kids BBC Series ‘TeaCup Travels’
Best of All: Dylan Thomas Inspired Photo Adventures
This week’s photographic adventures on our WCADA (Welsh Centre for Action on Dependency and Addiction) course started with a Dylan Thomas poem. This particular poem is not one that you will find in most of his published poetry collections because it was written when he was 12 and published in the … [Read more...] about Best of All: Dylan Thomas Inspired Photo Adventures
First Aid at Work Training
Because we’re based in the heart of Swansea we’re able to offer local employers a cost effective first aid training solution without the need for expensive travel. Our first aid at work training courses, supplied across the city by our Water Safety Team, can provide your employees with the practical … [Read more...] about First Aid at Work Training
Swansea Half Term Events
There’s a lot to enjoy in Swansea this February half term. There’s a new visiting circus slapstick comedy with ‘Cirque Du Hilarious‘; ‘Holiday Camps‘ for kids to learn the sport of triathlon; ‘Animal Antics Hawks‘ at Plantasia to get up close and personal with birds of prey; plus Active Kids with … [Read more...] about Swansea Half Term Events
Meet Fitness Instructor Ceri Wilson
I enjoy training, swimming, spending time with family and friends. I’m a Fitness Instructor for Active Swansea. I work at Penlan Leisure Centre in Swansea. As a fitness instructor, what classes do you teach? Zumba; dancing to great music, with great people whilst burning calories. … [Read more...] about Meet Fitness Instructor Ceri Wilson
A-Z Lowdown on Swansea Fitness
A is for Active Swansea! There are so many activities to enjoy in Swansea this year and now’s a great time to hit the gym! To make it easier to decide what classes to plump for, Active Swansea are offering the chance to take a FREE Jan-Feb fitness class or gym session. You can download your … [Read more...] about A-Z Lowdown on Swansea Fitness
Swansea 1/2 Marathon Plan
Active Swansea has just put together this 12 week training plan you can download to help you prepare for this year's Swansea Half Marathon - Sunday June 14, this is also suitable for any half marathon training. Active Swansea Half Marathon Training Plan (PDF) For further info on the race … [Read more...] about Swansea 1/2 Marathon Plan
2014 in Pictures, A Quick Look Back
A quick look back at 2014 as we move forward into the New Year which promises to be great. With new events already on the horizon, there’s lots to enjoy across Swansea this year. In 2014, Enjoy Swansea promoted 300+ events at key venues and spaces throughout the city and county of Swansea. … [Read more...] about 2014 in Pictures, A Quick Look Back