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Sport Leeds Bulletin - Issue 4

Please find below a link to the Sport Leeds bulletin.   The bulletin features articles on the developments of  sport in Leeds and the work of the partners around the city, who are helping to achieve the aims of Taking the Lead 2006 to 2012, the sport and active recreation strategy for Leeds.

We hope you find the bulletin both informative and enjoyable.  If you have an article you would like including in the next bulletin please send them to myself.

Why not take the chance to have a look at the new Sport Leeds website after you have finished reading the bulletin at www.sportleeds.com

Regards

Ruth, Sport and Active Recreation
Leeds City Council

www.breezeleeds.org

Sport Leeds

16th March 2007

Sport is important. Participation in sport & active recreation contributes to individual health and well-being, offers social opportunities, keeps us fit and makes us feel good. As a cultural activity it builds community identity, provides a focus for social interaction and offers entertainment. As part of the leisure industry, sport & active recreation provides employment opportunities and contributes to a prosperous local economy.

Sport Leeds is a partnership network for people and organisations with an interest in the provision, and development of sport & active recreation in Leeds. Recognising both sport and active recreations intrinsic value and its ability to contribute to the wellbeing of the people and communities of Leeds.

Sport Leeds aims to:

  • Provide leadership and co-ordination for the development of sport & active recreation opportunities in Leeds. These opportunities include: to participate; to learn, to gain qualifications; to excel; to volunteer; and to be entertained.
  • Represent the interests of sports and recreation providers and participants in building a strong sporting infrastructure and a vibrant sporting community.
  • Influence the future development of sport & active recreation across Leeds, raising awareness of Sport Leeds and the opportunities available to participate.

 

Susan Haigh
Senior Sports Development Officer
Leeds City Council
Sport and Active Recreation
John Charles Centre for Sport
Middleton Grove
Leeds
LS11 5DJ
Tel: 0113 3950155
email: susan.haigh@leeds.gov.uk

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