MEND Places Available in Scissett
There are still places available on the MEND scheme being launched soon in Scissett.
MEND is a nationwide project to get children and their families on track to a healthier lifestyle. And, following success in other areas of Kirklees, the local scheme is starting in Scissett on Monday, May 19.
A nine-week programme is being held on Mondays, 5pm-7pm, at Scissett Baths and on Thursdays, 4.30pm-6.30pm at Scissett Middle School. Children on the scheme have to attend all the sessions and parents and guardians have to accompany them to exercise sessions and take part in theory/advice sessions.
MEND, which is for children aged seven to 13 who are overweight, aims to make positive and sustainable changes to eating and exercise habits by involving the whole family. But, while the goal is serious, the emphasis is on fun and making friends.
The exercise sessions include an hour of sportshall games or swimming pool based games and the theory/advice sessions are interactive discussions that teach parents and carers easy, effective ways to improve children’s behaviour and self confidence. There are also practical demonstrations, games and tips about healthy foods, label reading and portion sizes.
MEND has been running in Kirklees for a year with regular programmes in Batley, Spenborough, Dewsbury and the Colne Valley. A new programme being launched this month (May) in the Fartown/Deighton area of Huddersfield is fully booked.
MEND, which is delivered locally by Kirklees Council’s Physical Activity Development Team, is FREE to attend but children have to be assessed for qualification based on their age, weight and health.
For more information or to book places, call the Physical Activity Development Team on 01484 234096.