Pamela’s Swimming School is a friendly, well established swimming school with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality lessons that see children gain in confidence and ability. Class sizes are small, typically between 4 and 6 children, and lessons run for half an hour. All teachers are experienced and fully qualified to ASA Level 2. One to one lessons for children and adults are also available – please enquire. All swimmers progress by ability rather than age and the approach is one that mixes teaching with fun activities, particularly among the younger pupils. We are an Amateur Swimming Association school and pupils are encouraged by gaining the Amateur Swimming Association’s National Plan awards.

We teach all four strokes, personal survival and a wide range of water skills from non-swimmer to advanced.We offer lessons after school on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at the UKSA pool in Cowes. Please enquire about session times.For more information and to talk through your child’s swimming needs, please contact Pamela Ainslie on 01983 294014 or 07732 641125.

References and testimonials are available on request.

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We all look for ways to save money, without compromising on the good life. Now a new island based discount website is making it easy for everyone. Officially launched last week, www.wightliving.co.uk is helping islanders and visitors, enjoy the best the island has to offer, while making huge savings along the way. Wightliving offers great discounts across the board from romantic places to stay to fabulous eating out, family entertainment, beauty, fitness, leisure, sports and more.

Wightliving was started by four islanders, Fraser and Emily Lloyd Jones, Sarah Sims and Dom Hicklin. “ We all love the island and thought a great way of supporting local business and boosting the local economy was offering discounts on the best the island has to offer. So people get real value for money and a memorable experience, while businesses increase their customer base, even during the quiet times,” explains Fraser Jones, ex-manager of the Priory Bay. “What’s more is that membership is totally free for both the customer and businesses interested in signing up. “

For anyone wanting to try out any Wightliving offers, all you have to do is sign up by registering your email address. You’ll get regularly updated every few days with new offers. But you must be quick to grab a deal, as offers are only available for a limited time only. “It’s a great way to continue enjoying the island’s delights, while saving you money at the same time, whether it’s a two hour beauty treatment package for half the price or a fab meal for two with 50% off – there’s something for everyone, ” says co-founder Sarah Sims. Recent offers and current deals at www.wightliving.co.uk are Harmony Beauty, Barefoot on the Beach, Chessell Pottery, Dan’s Kitchen, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, The Garlic Farm shop and Café

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Bodster Equine Assisted Learning Centre a new business based at Aldermoor farm, Upton Road, Ryde. There is no riding involved but learners have experiences with horses, such as grooming, leading and taking part in team building exercises along with exercises such as choosing a horse to say hello to which allows learners to think about how they make choices. Bodster has received funding from Aiming High to offer subsidised courses as a short break for youngsters with complex needs. Bodster has also received funding from the Community Adult Learning to offer courses for learners 19+ with poor literacy and numeracy to achieve an NOCN qualification.

We recently had our Open day.

Horses never judge and reflect peoples’ moods and help people to overcome fear and gain confidence and a sense of self-worth. We recently worked with a youngster who was seriously ill. Coming for sessions with the horses has helped her grow and see a point to getting out of bed. Another young person really leads the team in sessions but at school finds it hard to communicate.

Visit www.eaqbodster.com for more details and to join a session please contact Jo Boddington on joandgi@googlemail.com.

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Family magazine for parents on the Isle of Wight . Get your  summer issue for free if you don’t have a copy  of The Family Directory for the IOW Parents then please contact us The Family Directory Team on 01983 872191. The magazine is  full of local information , what’s on, places to eat, and lots more.For your FREE copy please email polly@thefamilydirectory.co.uk  .You don’t have to live here they will post to your home on the  main land so if you come on holiday to to IOW or have a  holiday here  you can get all the information before you leave home.So for your FREE copy email or call – or you and find out wnat on by taking a look at their website today. www.thefamilydirectory.co.uk or find them on facebook The Family Directory.

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Faking It…………………..

Parents often say that they were not sure if their child really had a problem or was just looking for attention.  In 15 years of chiropractic paediatric practice I have never come across a child that had invented their pain.  Kids have more interesting ways of using their time!

It is not normal for children to suffer from headaches and if the common causes (dehydration, fatigue, eyestrain) have been eliminated then it may well be that their neck is out of alignment.  Muscle spasm in the neck can also make it difficult for a child to concentrate and if the cause was birth trauma they may not even know they’ve got spasm and discomfort – it’s been there all their life………

“Growing pains” or leg cramps are often a sign that the pelvis is our to alignment – adult patients with long term lower back problems will often tell me they suffered as a child.

So, please listen to, and observe, your children and if they are uncomfortable – get a McTimoney chiropractor to check them over.

Rebecca Taylor DC  McTimoney Chiropractor, GCC Reg  00916,  BUPA Registered for more information go to http://www.coweschiropracticclinic.co.uk/

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West Wight Sports Centre, Freshwater is hosting a Senior Moments Day on Wednesday March 23rd. All it’s activities for ‘older’ people will be free of charge that day and there will be an opportunity to stop and have a complimentary drink and snack afterwards. On offer free of charge through the day will be :- swimming- gym inductions and gym sessions- ‘easy does it’ exercise class- ‘special care’ swimming session- use of courts for badminton or short tennis The day has been supported by the Rural Community Council through their programme to improve access to rural services. Physical activity in later life is an important factor in keeping healthy and mobile. There are also huge benefits to people’s social and emotional well-being and West Wight Sports Centre prides itself on offering a welcoming and friendly environment that people of all ages and abilities feel comfortable joining. Regular users of the Centre include a 94 year old Rosalie Colledge who has just taken up swimming this winter. She now attends the weekly ‘special care’ swimming session at 12 on Wednesdays. More information about the Senior Moments Day can be found on the Centre’s website or by phoning 01983 752168

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‘Nova Lifestyles is delivering a FREE Wellbeing Day for employees whoare at risk of or facing Redundancy Nova Lifestyles is delivering a FREE Wellbeing Day, specifically targeted atemployees who are at risk of or facing Redundancy but also open to the generalpublic, including those currently unemployed and seeking work. The day will include a diverse range of services – from advice on Financial Matters,information on personal Health and Lifestyle choices, including Emotional Wellbeing– to some interesting Career Opportunities and Options. In addition, a number of practitioners from the Island’s Wellbeing Sector will beon hand, providing information and ‘taster sessions’ in a variety of therapies andservices to help and support people in dealing with the anxiety and stress relatedwith these difficult times. Every effort has been made to provide a broad range of information and activities tomeet individual needs of anyone affected by redundancy or unemployment issues,both within the private and public sector. Jobcentre Plus and the IW Council will be supporting this event by ensuring thatpublic sector employees and relevant job seekers are aware of the opportunityprovided. Sara Mousley, Director of Nova Lifestyles said ‘We hope as many people as possiblewill take advantage of what is being offered and will pass this information on tofriends, family or work colleagues who might benefit by visiting us on the day’ This event is to be held at the Riverside Centre, Newport on Friday March 25thfrom 10.00am – 4.00pm’ www.novalifestyles.co.uk

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44% with mental health problems have crisis debts – 5x everyone else It’s time to end the dual stigma of this marriage made in hell

Mental health problems can cause severe debt; severe debt can cause mental health problems. The sheer scale of this national problem is hidden, as both issues carry a stigma. MoneySavingExpert.com today launches a campaign to tackle the marriage made in hell of mental health and debt, including a major new free guide for sufferers and their carers.

In a new poll of 6,700 people, 44% of those who’ve had mental health problems (or have partners who do) have had severe or crisis debt – five times as many as everyone else (9%). For those with mental health problems, big debts are the norm.

Mental health & debt – the stats

• One in four British adults experiences at least one mental health problem in any year, eg, clinical depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder (source: ONS Psychiatric Morbidity report 2001).
• 44% of those seeking debt help have been prescribed medication to help them cope (Christians Against Poverty (CAP) 2010 survey).
• 38% of those seeking debt help had considered or attempted suicide as a way out (CAP survey 2010).
• 77% of those seeking debt help who are in a couple said debt affected their relationship (CAP survey 2010).
• Nick Clegg this month pledged to give an extra £400 million to mental health services to put it on an equal footing with physical health.

Free MoneySavingExpert guide Supported by debt & mental health charities

Today MoneySavingExpert.com launches the first detailed guide of its type, to provide help and info for those with mental health and debt problems and their family, friends, carers and counsellors.

The free 40-page PDF booklet was written with guidance from several leading charities including Mind, Rethink, Christians Against Poverty and others. It includes help on where to find free one-to-one debt counselling, working with banks, tips for bipolar and depression sufferers and how friends and carers can help.

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On 28th September Maggie Currie launched her new book entitled “What you believe creates your reality” at Waterstones, Newport. 40 people turned out for the occasion and those that bought a bookhad it signed by the author.

It was nearly 30 years ago that I was sitting on the living room floor of my one bedroom flat, my threechildren (all aged under 9) had chicken pox and I had ‘flu. I had just one 50p left for the gas meterand I could see no way of getting any more money as I didn’t have a job and didn’t think I would beable to get one as I had lost all my self-esteem and confidence. It was at that point that I decided Ihad to change the way I was thinking or I would be unable to care for myself or my children and thatjust would not do. In the months that followed I got a part time job cooking school dinners and began to believe in myselfagain. I went back to secretarial work and got a full time job as a medical secretary to a consultantphysician at the London Chest Hospital and eventually started my own successful secretarialbusiness. Determined that nobody else should be in the position that I was in I retrained as a life coach and NLPPractitioner and began helping people to regain their self-esteem and confidence and to change theirlives for the better. I was inspired to write this book because of my own situation when I had no money, no self-esteemand no confidence and couldn’t see a way out and just want other people to know that there is a wayto live the life that you want just by changing your attitude and that you are capable of doing so muchmore than you think. “In ten short chapters Maggie Currie will help you create the reality you want by simply changing whatyou believe… Along the path to reshaping your reality, Maggie will help you: •••••• Examine your current thought patternsRethink your inherent perceptions and beliefsRedress your value systems and attitudesChange your habits and behaviourDevelop your characterDiscover your inner self With practical exercises, case studies, aphorisms and positive affirmations, Maggie makes changingyour reality a hands-on, step-by-step process. And with her own story to inspire and enthuse you,there’s simply no holding back… Creating the reality you want starts right here, right now!” Buy the book, read it, take action – change your life!

www.creedencetraining.co.uk

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Buggyfit is the ultimate fitness class for new mum’s, wanting to get back in shape after their new arrival. This power walking class, with strengthening and toning exercises is proving to be the answer to shifting post natal weight and re-toning your body after giving birth. Benefits of Buggyfit include….. Effective and safe postnatal workout with quailified postnatal instructor Mix of caridiovascular and strength training, improved posture and strenghten core muscles. Great for fat burning. Motivation to meet regulary for exercise – 1 hour social class with time to chat to other Mum’s. Bring baby/babies. No creche or babysitter Group support for new Mum’s. Safe pre-natal work out if pregnant with your next. Stress relieving Dad’s come free.

Classes Monday - Newport Victoria Recreation Ground  @ 10am Monday - Ryde, Puckpool Park Second Car park @ 12pm Tuesday – Sandown The Heights Car Park @ 9.30am Wednesay – Puckpool Park Second Car Park @ 10am Wednesday – Newport Medina Riverway Cycle Path Car Park (Opposite Pet Doctors, Industrial Estate) @ 12pm Friday – Sandown The Heights Car Park @ 9.30am.

Cost £4, Bring water, Wear suitable exercise clothing and don’t forget your baby!!!!

Contact Dominc Bellamy 07890 513203 or go to www.Buggyfit.com for more information!

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