Youth Leisure Nights are now available for the young people in the town.

The Youth Leisure Nights opened at Dartmouth Leisure Centre on Friday, May 11, giving young people the opportunity to engage in activities such as football, basketball, circuits and boxing.

Youth Genesis is delivering the initiative in partnership with Fusion Lifestyle with support from South Hams CVS. The Youth Leisure Nights are funded by Sport England to help local young people become active and learn more about the sport activities on offer at the Leisure Centre.

The sessions run from 7pm to 8pm, on Friday nights. As well as the sport activities, young people can access the The Point Youth Drop-In which is open at St Clements Church Hall in Townstal.

Instructors from Dartmouth Leisure Centre will be offering their expertise in some of the activities, giving young people an opportunity to safely learn how to participate and be healthy. Teams of volunteers from Youth Genesis will be available to offer support and ensure that young people are having fun and getting the most out of the sessions.

Clare Bill at Fusion Lifestyle said: “We are thrilled to bring back Youth Leisure Nights to Dartmouth Leisure Centre in partnership with Youth Genesis. Sport and fitness can make a huge difference to the wellbeing of young people and we are proud to help support this initiative.”

The sessions cost £1-places will be on a first come first serve basis – young people just need to turn up on the night.

The Youth Genesis Trust specialises in offering activities and opportunities of learning and support for young people aged 11-25 who are at risk. Youth Genesis trains local volunteers to work with the young people encouraging them to make a positive transition into adulthood.

The Youth Leisure Night runs every Friday during term time from 7.00-8.00pm. If you would like more information, please contact Tim Moss, Session Leader, by email on [email protected] or visit www.youthgenesis.org.uk

For more information on Youth Genesis visit www.youthgenesis.org.uk