Commonwealth Games set to inspire more into sports in York

Residents inspired by the Commonwealth Games are being encouraged to become more active by taking part in York’s first programme of Commonwealth Open Days.

Sports village swimming pool

Sports village swimming pool

Throughout July and August, 24 local sports clubs, gyms and organisations will be opening their doors to children, young people and adults and inviting them to find out more.

The exciting programme of events and activities include family fun days, free taster sessions, classes and introductory joining offers.

The open days will feature a wide range of sporting activities on offer from tennis, athletics, bowls, cricket, golf, martial arts, rugby, squash and volleyball to gym workouts, playdays and beginner running groups and cater for all ages and abilities.

Commonwealth Open Day brochures, containing the full programme of events, can be picked up from libraries, leisure centres or downloaded from www.york.gov.uk/commonwealth

Or, for further information about the Commonwealth Open Days contact Nick Settle, Sport Participation Officer on 01904 553377 or email nick.settle@york.gov.uk

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