The Wheels of Opportunity Skate pilot project took place on 11 and 12 September 2004 at Stratford Park Leisure Centre Skate Park. The scheme targeted young people aged 14-17 from Stroud College who were/are currently part of the key skills and learning support programme and ran for 7 hours over the weekend.
A total of nine young people (5 male/4 female) took part in the scheme and everyone learnt either new skills or developed existing ones. A breakdown of the skills/information was provided for each participant and certificates were presented at the end of the two days to all.
An action plan was created by Stroud District Council Regeneration Through Sport Manager (SDC RTSM) Jane Bullows and key areas of delivery/target group were agreed by Teri Walker (Stroud College), Brett Dye (Rising Star Skate Boarding) with assistance from Holly Magson (YPMS GINI worker).
At the end of the two days and despite the intermittent showers! the SDC RTSM ran a feedback session with the group/deliverers. Results were very promising in terms of enjoyment, development of life long learning and the possibility of running further schemes in the future.
For further information, please contact our Regeneration Through Sport Manager on 01453 754322 or e-mail jane.bullows@stroud.gov.uk
