‘One minute a day’ challenge to get Jesmond moving in May
Jesmond Pool and Gym is hoping to get local people fit again wth a 60-second daily challenge next month that offers a chance to win a free membership.
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Ban on tackling in schools rugby might be workable says RGS
The head of sport at a Jesmond school says she would be open to rule changes that would make rugby safer for under-18s.
Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club looks to the future
Mark Eadle tells JesmondLocal of his plans to raise the club’s profile in Jesmond and get young people involved in the sport
Tweets get children moving at West Jesmond Primary
Home schooling and online learning mean more time sat at a screen, so teachers at West Jesmond Primary School are encouraging their pupils to take a break and get moving with a series of daily activity challenges they send out on Twitter.
Littered face masks cause concern in Jesmond
Rachel Wang went along Osborne Road and Clayton Road, and discovered 22 discarded masks on the pavement
Makers Market brings festive spirit to Jesmond
Christmas market takes place at The Pottery Experience in Jesmond, Megan Evans reports.
Community-run pool to reopen next week with hopes and plans for growth
Jesmond Pool and Gym on St George’s Terrace is to reopen on Thursday 3rd December. However, Newcastle’s Tier 3 status and Covid-19 restrictions mean group exercise classes will not be able to resume yet and will continue to be delivered online.
Fed up with your fitness routine? Locals suggest these alternatives
Local exercise enthusiasts are offering fresh ideas for staying trim and toning-up during this latest lockdown
Online events keeping Jesmond connected during COVID
Online events are being organised across the community to help Jesmond stay connected through COVID lockdowns. Charlotte Pickering speaks to St George’s Church to find out more.
Most people in Jesmond exercising more in lockdown says our survey
As we enter a second national lockdown, people in Jesmond reflect on how previous restrictions helped to improve their exercise routine, and why they hope to do the same again this month.