New Oriel Hall – News Update
Saturday, February 26, 2011 16:53Some people see February as the tail end of winter but for the Romans living in our valley two thousand years ago, the first of February was the start of spring. To them snowdrops promised the return of the sun and the new growing season. Here at New Oriel Hall we love the spring term. It is always a very busy time when, renewed and energised by the long mid winter break, lots of people decide to kick start their lives into a healthier gear.
You have to admit it couldn’t be easier. By combining a lively exercise session with a weekly slimming class, all held here on your doorstep, you should easily be able to drop a dress size or two, just in time for Sarah’s fabulous Spring Clothes Sale on the evening of March 25th. For more information, or alternatively, if anyone has lovely clothes they would like to sell, please get in touch with Sarah on 461258.
Exercise classes held here weekly are many and varied with different styles of yoga, general exercise, dance and Pilates, all available for differing levels of ability and age groups. There’s monthly all-day energising Qi Gong on February 11th, March 4th and April 8th. The slimming element can be chosen from Slimming World classes or Sanela’s popular Weight Loss Challenge. Add to that a stimulating weekend workshop, such as Tai Chi on 5th and 6th of March, or Yoga dance on April 9th and 10th, and you will soon be in peak form, trim and healthy, all ready to hit those summer beaches.
This term sees the return of many of our regular activities and classes aimed at our younger members and we are proud of all of the great things on offer at the hall for them to enjoy. From Sing and Sign and Jolly Babies to Little Stars toddler football and Sally Handley’s fabulous Mum and Me sessions; all are a great way to make new friends, have fun and get involved in some exercise and creative fun with your little one!
This year we will also host a fantastic exhibition of handmade quilts. Please mark the date, 16th and 17th April, in your diary and make an effort to come along and view these spectacular, colourful pieces. The quilts on display are similar to ones you might see in the American Museum but let’s face it, getting here is much easier.
Other special springtime events include a Buddhist weekend on April 2nd and 3rd and the highlight of our spring season, the wonderful Larkhall Festival. We are delighted to welcome back this annual event and look forward to a wonderful showcase of events for everything positive and good going on in our vibrant community.
For more details of activities held at the Hall please visit our web site www.neworielhall.org.uk , check out the external notice board or call us on 01225 466606
