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JUNIOR SPORTS CAMPS- Summer 2008 (Monday 28 July - Friday 29 August 2008)

A wide range of sports camps are available this summer holidays for both boys and girls giving you the opportunity to receive 1st class coaching from experienced national governing body coaches. Develop the skills of your chosen sport in a fun and safe environment. This summer we have also included specific development camps aimed at those already playing club level sports as an opportunity to develop existing skills and improve as a player.

- Aqua Flip 'N' Fun
- Badminton
- Basketball Development Camp
- Basketball
- Climbing
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Cricket
- Euro 2008 Football
- Family Fun Swimming Sessions
- Football Camp
- Football Mini Kickers
- Football Fun Day
- Girls Football camps
- Goal keeping
- Goalscoring
- Kids Fitness and Street Dance
- Lessons (swimming)
- Mini Tennis
- Netball
- Parties
- Tag Rugby (Saracens)
- Snorkeling (Level 1)
- Snorkeling (Level 2)
- Swimming
- Swimming (Stroke Improvement)
- Trampolining
- Tri Golf
- UH Football center Trials
- Bookings

Sports Village Membership

Save up to £5 per junior sports course by becoming a junior sports village member. Annual sports village membership is available for just £10 for juniors and entitles members to the following:
-Up to 7 seven day priority booking privileges on all relevant activities.
-Member prices for all pay as you go activities (swimming, climbing etc)
-Member prices for all term time and holiday junior sports courses.
Pick up a membership form from reception to join today!

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BOOKING HOTLINE

01707 281172

Monday to Friday between 9.30am & 12.30pm and 11.30am - 1.00pm at Weekends

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FAMILY FUN SWIMMING SESSIONS

If you are looking for activities to do during the summer holidays as a family then look no further. We are offering family fun swimming sessions every Monday and Wednesday during the summer holiday period. Inflatables, floats, and ball games will be available for the whole family to enjoy. Music will be played throughout to add to the family atmosphere.

No need to book these sessions, just turn up and have fun!

DATE TIME COST
Every Monday and Wednesday until 27th Aug 2.00pm- 4.00pm £3.40 Adult Non-member, £1 per child
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AQUA FLIP 'N' FUN

Learn new skills to help improve your swimming. Become more aware of your crucial body position in the water, alongside submersion skills and diving skills. Have fun becoming more artistic and creative in the water. The course will include a pool side warm up before teaching.

Please Note: Hats and nose clips are provided as part of the course costs and must be worn during the water sessions. Must have completed at least HSV3 or Kellogg’s ASA National Plan for Teaching Swimming Level 6.

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Mon 11th Aug- Fri 15th Aug AQF08 9.00am- 10.00am 8-12 years Member £35 Non-member £40

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SWIMMING

Learn a skill that lasts a lifetime. We are continuing a hugely successful holiday crash course swimming program over the summer holiday aimed at further developing and improving our swimming skills.

DUCKLINGS (National Plan Levels Ducklings 4 & 5)

Lessons for 4 years and over, designed to develop water confidence, basic swimming skills and independence working towards National Plan for Teaching Swimming Ducklings awards 4 and 5.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST

Mon 28th July – Fri 1st Aug

S108
9:00am - 9.30am
4+ years
Member £27.50 Non-member £32.50
Mon 28th July – Fri 1st Aug
S208
9.30am - 10.00am
4+ years
Member £27.50 Non-member £32.50
 
HSV 1 (National Plan Levels 1 & 2)

Lessons for non-swimmers who are confident in water, aged five years and over to achieve basic swimming skills, and further develop water confidence working towards National Plan for Teaching Swimming Levels 1 and 2.
DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST

Mon 28th July – Fri 1st Aug

S308
9:00am - 9.30am
5+ years
Member £27.50 Non-member £32.50
Mon 28th July – Fri 1st Aug
S408
9.30am - 10.00am
5+ years
Member £27.50 Non-member £32.50
 
HSV 2 (National Plan Levels 3 & 4)

Lessons for children aged 5 and over, already able to swim 5m on their front and back, without the use of floating aids and who have completed National Plan for Teaching Swimming Level 2 at least.
DATE CODE TIME AGE
COST

Mon 28th July – Fri 1st Aug

S508
9:00am - 9.30am
5+ years
Member £27.50 Non-member £32.50
Mon 28th July – Fri 1st Aug
S608
9.30am - 10.00am
5+ years
Member £27.50 Non-member £32.50
 

SWIMMING- Stroke Improvement (1 hour)

These sessions are aimed at those who already have achieved HSV 2 or are working at Levels 5 or above of the National Plan. Designed to improve your stroke efficiency, these sessions will ensure your technique becomes more effective and thus making your swimming even more enjoyable.

Please note: these sessions are swam in deep water (1.2m).

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Mon 28th July – Fri 1st Aug
SIM08
10:00am- 11:00am
5+ years
Member £50 Non-member £60

Snorkeling Level 1

This fun and exciting course not only offers exercise but the challenge of a recognised qualification as our snorkeling instructor teaches you all the necessary skills set by British Sub Aqua Club (BSAC). All participants will gain a recognised BSAC qualification on completion of the course.


Essential Course Requirements
Must be able to swim unaided 50m on front and back and tread water for 2 minutes.

DATE CODE TIME AGE
COST
Mon 4th Aug– Fri 8th Aug
SNKL1
10.15am - 11.00am
10 - 14 years
Member £25 Non-member £30

Snorkeling Level 2

Add to your summer holiday experience - our qualified instructor will take you through the skills required to prepare for open water snorkeling. The course includes both theory and practical elements. Only 10 places available on the level 2 qualification aimed specifically at those who have gained their basic Snorkeling Diver Level 1.

Essential course requirements:
All candidates must hold the basic Snorkeling Diver Level 1 Certificate. Proof of qualification will be required.

DATE CODE TIME AGE
COST
Mon 18th Aug – Fri 22nd Aug
SNKL2
9.30am - 11.00am
10 - 14 years
Member £35 Non-member £40
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FOOTBALL MINI KICKERS in partnership with Norwich City FC

Learn all the football basics in this fun and friendly introduction to the game. Imitate your favorite premiership players under the guidance of our experienced coaches who will take you through the fundamental skills of the game in this 3 day introductory camp.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Mon 28th July- Wed 30th July
MK08
9.15am - 10.30am
5 - 7 years
Member £15 Non-member £20
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GOALKEEPING In conjunction with Norwich City FC

Only 12 places available on this specialised goal keeping course. The course will include the techniques of handling, shot stopping, positioning, communication and match practice.
*Please note: this course is aimed at goalkeeper’s currently playing junior club competitive football. This course is not suitable for beginners.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Thurs 31st July - Fri 1st Aug
GK108
10am - 12noon
8-12 years
Member £13 Non-member £18
Thurs 21st Aug- Fri 22nd Aug
GK208
10am - 12noon
8-12 years
Member £13 Non-member £18
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GOALSCORING SCHOOL In conjunction with Norwich City FC

Only 12 spaces available on this specialised goal scoring course. The course will focus on the techniques of finishing from different areas of play including heading, 1v1 and scoring from crosses.

Please note: this course is aimed at players currently playing junior competitive football and is not suitable for beginners.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Thurs 31st July- Fri 1st Aug
GS08
10am - 12noon
8-12 years
Member £13 Non-member £18
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FOOTBALL FUN DAY in partnership with Norwich City FC

End the Summer holidays buy competing in our very own fun Premiership football tournament. On arrival players will participate in a pre-tournament coaching session and then be allocated a premiership team to represent and play in the ultimate knockout competition. There will be prizes for winning teams and individual players.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Tues 29th Aug
FFD08
10.00am - 3.00pm
8-12 years
Member £10 Non-member £15
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EURO 2008 FOOTBALL in partnership with Norwich City FC

This three-day Football Camp will give players the opportunity to improve their all-round football ability. The session includes ball familiarity, improving technique and skills, passing, shooting and team-play in a fun, friendly and structured environment. Experienced and qualified FA Coaches will lead the sessions.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Mon 18th Aug- Wed 20th Aug
EUF08
10.00am - 3.00pm
8-12 years
Member £42.50 Non-member £45
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GIRLS FOOTBALL CAMPS in partnership with Arsenal Ladies Football Club

This football partnership provides girls of all abilities with an opportunity to combine excellent facilities with coaching from top female Club and International players. The course will include skill development, small-sided games and fun, friendly competition, so if you love football and want to learn more this course is for you. This summer, Arsenal ladies are offering a choice of two camps so take your pick!

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Mon 11th Aug- Wed 13th Aug ALF108 10:00am- 3.00pm 8-14 years Member 42.50 Non-member £47.50
Tues 26th Aug- Wed 27th Aug ALF208 10:00am- 3.00pm 8-14 years Member £30 Non-member £35
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UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE FOOTBALL CENTRE TRIALS

*in partnership with Norwich City Football Club (logo here)

Do you currently play junior club competitive football?

Do you feel you have the skill to play to a higher level?

Could you benefit from having specialist development center coaching from high performance coaches?

If you answered YES to any of the above questions then pay attention!

The University’s Football Development Center is running trials this summer to select a potential new group of young talented players to attend the Monday and Friday night training sessions.

Once selected players can benefit from the following:

  • Top quality coaching from NGB qualified coaches
  • Access to specific SAQ and strength and conditioning training
  • Games against other Football Development Centers and Academy Programmes
  • Access to top quality training and coaching facilities
More details can be found on our web site www.hertssportsvillage.com from June 30th.
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NEW NEW NEW! POP LACROSSE

Pop Lacrosse is a fast, fun and exciting introduction to the game of Lacrosse. The fully qualified instructor will teach the basic skills of scooping, running with the ball, passing, catching and shooting in a safe and fun environment. Your new skills will be put to the test in full Pop Lacrosse games, allowing everyone to show off what they have learnt and test their skills against each other.

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Wed 30th July- Fri 1st Aug POP08 1.00pm- 3.00pm 8-12 years Member £20 Non-member £25
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MINI TENNIS in partnership with Gosling Sports Park

Gosling Sports Park hosts one of the largest indoor tennis centers in the country and is the training base for some of the country’s best young players. In an exciting new venture Gosling have teamed up with Hertfordshire Sports Village to offer children the chance to play tennis during the holiday period. This course gives your children the opportunity to improve and/or learn the game of tennis whilst gaining experience and enjoyment in a multi skilled environment that could lead to development in any sport in which your child participates.

Please note: that all the bookings for this camp are to be made through Gosling Sports Park. For bookings and further information please call 01707 384332.

DATE TIME AGE COST
Mon 28th July - Thurs 31st July 2.00pm- 4.00pm 4 and half- 9 years £14 per session
Mon 4th Aug - Thurs 7th Aug 2.00pm- 4.00pm 4 and half- 9 years £14 per session
Tues 26th Aug- Thurs 28th Aug 2.00pm- 4.00pm 4 and half- 9 years £14 per session
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NEW NEW NEW! CRICKET in partnership with Hertfordshire County Cricket Association

Hertfordshire Sports Village have teamed up with the Hertfordshire County Cricket Association to offer various camps throughout the summer from an introduction to the game through to development camps for existing players.


Kwik Cricket

This camp is designed to introduce new players, both boys and girls, to the game of Cricket.

Kwik Cricket is a fun, safe and exciting way to learn new skills that are essential to players becoming more confident cricketers. The camp is aimed at new players but existing players are also welcome.

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Thurs 31st July KWIK08 9.30am- 12.30pm 7-10 years Member £10 Non-member £15


Girls Cricket

The Hertfordshire County Cricket Association and the Development Team are heavily promoting women’s and girl’s cricket and this is a very exciting time to join in the fun of playing this great game.

This camp is aimed at both girls currently playing with a club and also new players who would like to taste what cricket has to offer.

This camp offers the opportunity to learn new skills in a safe and fun environment under some of the county’s leading coaches and put those new skills to the test by playing modified games.

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Tues 12th Aug- Wed 13th Aug GCC08 9.30am- 12.30pm 8-15 years Member £18 Non-member £23


Cricket Development

This two day camp provides players with the opportunity to improve their all-round cricket skills under the guidance of some of the county’s leading coaches. The sessions will include skill development; incorporating batting, bowling and fielding activities in a fun, friendly and structured environment. There are limited places for these courses, so please book early to ensure your spot.

Please note: This course is aimed at cricketers playing competitive Junior Club Cricket and is not suitable for beginners.

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Wed 20th Aug- Thurs 21st Aug HCC08 9.30am- 12.30pm 10-14 years Member £20 Non-member £25
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NEW NEW NEW! BASKETBALL DEVELOPMENT

This camp provides players the opportunity to improve their all-round basketball skills under the supervision of Tony Marmo, England Basketball Advanced Coach and head coach of the Hertfordshire Warriors Ladies National League Team.

The sessions will include specific SAQ training as well as working on fundamental skills for offence and defense in a fun and structured environment.

*Please note: This course is aimed at current club level players and is not suitable for beginners.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Mon 11th Aug - Tues 12th Aug
BD08

10am - 4pm

10-14 years
Member £36 Non-member £40
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BASKETBALL

Aimed at players of all abilities, this camp offers the opportunity to learn new skills such as passing, shooting and dribbling as well as perfecting game techniques with a fully qualified coach in an enjoyable and structured environment.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Tues 19th Aug- Fri 22nd Aug
BBall08
11.00am - 2.00pm
8-12 years
Member £36 Non-member £40
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CLIMBING

These Extreme Sports courses are aimed for those adrenalin seekers of any ability. Learn to climb our state of the art 12 meter climbing wall under expert supervision in a safe and fun environment.

You will be taught how to safely and efficiently use the equipment needed to make full use of the wall and test yourself by experiencing unique and complex challenges.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Tues 12th Aug - Thurs 14th July
C01
9.00am - 11:00am
8 - 12 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
Tues 12th Aug - Thurs 14th July
C02
11.15am - 1:15pm
8 - 12 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
Tues 12th Aug - Thurs 14th July
C03
2.00pm - 4.00pm
10 - 17 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
Tues 19th Aug- Thurs 21st Aug
C04
9.00am- 11.00 am
8 - 12 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
Tues 19th Aug- Thurs 21st Aug
C05
11.15am - 1:15pm
8 - 12 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
Tues 19th Aug- Thurs 21st Aug
CO6
2.00pm - 4.00pm
10 - 17 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
Tues 26th Aug- Thurs 28th Aug
C07
9.00am- 11.00 am
8 - 12 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
Tues 26th Aug- Thurs 28th Aug
CO8
11.15am - 1:15pm
8 - 12 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
Tues 26th Aug- Thurs 28th Aug
CO9
2.00pm - 4.00pm
10 - 17 years
Member £31 Non-member £36
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TRAMPOLINING

Come and take part in our ever-popular trampoline programme. Learn the difference between front and back drops, defy gravity and perform twists and turns on our two trampolines. Our qualified coaches will ensure you safely bounce your way through the summer holiday.

New this summer is the introduction of the British Gymnastics Trampoline Gymnastics Award Scheme. All participants will earn themselves recognised badges as they progress through the core skills of trampolining. Only 12 spaces available for each camp.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Mon 4th Aug- Wed 6th Aug
T01
9.30am-10.30am
5-7 years
Member £15 Non-member £20
Mon 4th Aug- Wed 6th Aug
T02
10.45am - 11.45am
8-12 years
Member £15 Non-member £20
Mon 4th Aug- Wed 6th Aug
T03
12.00pm - 1.00pm

5-7 years

Member £15 Non-member £20
Mon 4th Aug- Wed 6th Aug
T04
1.15pm- 2.15pm
8-12 years
Member £15 Non-member £20

Wed 27th Aug - Fri 29th Aug

T05

9.30am- 10.30am

5-7 years
Member £15 Non-member £20
Wed 27th Aug - Fri 29th Aug
T06
10.45am - 11.45am
8-12 years
Member £15 Non-member £20
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NEW NEW NEW! KIDS FITNESS AND STREET DANCE

If you want to keep fit and healthy, but are deterred by the idea of participating in a competitive sporting environment then these sessions are for you. These courses offer an opportunity for children to learn the benefits of exercise in a non-sporting arena and learn that fitness is fun!

Fitness

Our highly qualified instructor will provide structured sessions of exercise combining a variety of equipment such as space hoppers, hoops, parachutes and balls and lots of imagination!

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Mon 11th Aug- Tues 12th Aug
KF08
10.30am-12.00pm
8 - 12 years
Member £15 Non-member £20

Street Dance

And for those dancers among you, our instructor will work with you to learn cool, funky routines, giving you the opportunity to have fun exercising to music and aspiring to be a pop star dancing to the latest chart hits.

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Tues 19th Aug- Wed 20th Aug KD08 10:30 am- 12.00pm 8-12 years Member £15 Non-member £20
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NETBALL in partnership with Mavericks Netball

The Mavericks Super league Team have linked with Internetball this summer to bring you a netball camp at Hertfordshire Sports Village . The course will include skills and games to help you improve your netball. Jo Munnion the England Under 17 and Mavericks Youth Head Coach will be heading the coaching with guest appearances throughout the week.

*Please note: all bookings for this course are to be made through Internetball. For bookings and further information please call 07884256924.

DATE
TIME
AGE
COST
Mon 28th July- Fri 1st Aug
10.00am - 4.00pm

10 - 13 years

£24 per day or £100 for the week

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NEW NEW NEW! TRI GOLF

Could you be the next Tiger Woods but don’t know as you have never tried Golf before?

This camp is a great introduction to Golf and includes expert tuition in Tri-Golf. Tri-Golf is a mini version of the game and is adapted for and aimed specifically at young children. The Golf Foundation has developed and adapted equipment and training exercises to offer children the opportunity to sample the sport, which is proving ever popular - so why not give it a go!

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Mon 18th Aug- Wed 20th Aug TG08 10:00am- 1.00pm 8-12 years Member £25 Non-member £30
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BADMINTON

Come and develop your skills in an international badminton venue. Improve your shot techniques and match play through fun and friendly activities aimed at players of all abilities. So if you love badminton and find yourself with nowhere or no-one to play with, or simply just want to challenge yourself then come and join in the fun with us.

DATE
CODE
TIME
AGE
COST
Mon 4th Aug- Fri 8th Aug
BAD08
2.00pm - 4.00pm
8-14
years
Member £30 Non-member £35
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NEW NEW NEW! TAG RUGBY in partnership with the SARACENS

This introductory camp provides you with the opportunity to work with Saracens coaches who will take you through the fundamental skills and techniques required for TAG Rugby.

The day is designed to introduce new players to the game to develop a greater understanding of the principles of play in a fun and professional environment.

DATE CODE TIME AGE COST
Tues 12th Aug TAG08 10.00am- 3.00pm 6-10 years Member £15 Nonmember £20
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Junior Sports Camps Bookings (back to top)

HOTLINE 01707 284466 between 9.30am and 12.30pm Monday to Friday and 11.30am - 1.00pm at Weekends


Places can be booked over the telephone, in person or by post.
For postal bookings: please click on the PDF leaflet below and print off the booking form, complete and send together with a cheque made payable to 'Hertfordshire Sports Village', summer Programme, Sports Development, Hertfordshire Sports Village, Hatfield Business Park, Hatfield, Herts AL10 9EU.
   
   
For in person bookings: visit the Sports Village reception with a completed booking form and payment method.
For telephone bookings between 9.30am and 12.30pm Monday to Friday and 11.30am - 1.00pm at Weekends: Please contact the Sports Village holiday hotline on 01707 281172 with credit/debit card and booking form information to hand. Reception staff will complete the booking form on your behalf. We regret we will be unable to accept telephone bookings outside these hours.
Upon receipt of completed booking form and payment a booking confirmation letter will be dispatched.
We regret we cannot accept provisional bookings.
You are advised to book early to avoid disappointment as places will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Once bookings have been confirmed there will be no refunds or transfer of lessons without a medical certificate.
  Hertfordshire Sports Village also provide a selection of term time courses for children age 3 years upwards. Activities include Gymnastics, Swimming Lessons and Football Mini-Kickers. For further information or booking details please contact the HSV reception on: (01707) 281172.
  Hertfordshire Sports Village reserves the right to cancel or ammend the programme at any time.
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Birthday Parties Available NOW (back to top)

Celebrate your birthday in style at Hertfordshire Sports Village.

Enjoy all this in your party...

• 60 minutes of your chosen activity (90 minutes for climbing parties)
• Coach / host to run your chosen activity
• Balloons & Invitations
• A special gift for the birthday child
• 30 minutes in your own area within the Sports Café to enjoy a selection of food from our party menu

If you would like to throw a children's birthday party contact the party coordinator at Hertfordshire Sports Village. Choose from the following action-packed, fun parties..

• Climbing (from 8 years upwards)
• Trampolining (from 3 years upwards)
• Swimming
• Football

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Party Bookings (back to top)

For further information, to check availability and to book your party, please contact the party
coordinator today on 01707 284466 or click on the leaflet (pdf) above and print off the booking form.

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Swimming Lessons Available NOW! (back to top)
Learn a skill that lasts a lifetime!

Please click HERE for full details of our lesson programme, which has been designed to provide courses of low-ratio progressive lessons, using our pre-set criteria of both age and pupil ability, to ensure the correct level of teaching from our experienced staff.

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