IN the T&A's latest update from the Bradford Bulls Foundation, local primary schoolchildren have benefitted from new sports equipment....

Foundation donate equipment to local schools

As part of the Bradford Bulls Foundation playground games project, primary schools across Bradford have received various pieces of sporting equipment to enhance their physical activity sessions.

The project, which is funded by the Morrisons Foundation, aims to reduce childhood obesity.

Sessions take place at the beginning of the school day and encourage children to participate in traditional playground games such as Scarecrow Tig.

Schools taking part in the project have so far included Lapage Primary, Killinghall Primary, Byron Primary and Feversham Primary.

For further information on the primary schools programme, email christian.pattison@bullsfoundation.org

Community coaches receive CPD

In preparation for the start of the new junior rugby league season, the foundation have been supporting local community coaches by delivering various CPD courses.

On March 1, a touchline managers course was held at the Provident Stadium and saw 18 coaches in attendance.

On Thursday, March 2, 20 community coaches attended a Primary Rugby League workshop delivered by the Foundation team.

The workshop focused on how best to implement the new primary rules and how to coordinate festivals within their respective clubs.

'One in a Million' enrichment

This academic term will see the Foundation deliver after-school enrichment sessions for pupils at 'One In A Million'.

The Foundation has a strong partnership with the Bradford based charity and will see pupils engage in various multi-sport and rugby activities.

Walking rugby launches At the Provident Stadium

The Foundation are delighted to announce the launch of three new venues for their Walking Rugby programme.

Starting from March 13, sessions will take place within the Provident Stadium from 7pm-8pm every Monday. The activity will take place in the skills zone in the Provident Marquee.

In addition, new sessions have also been launched at:

* The Kirkgate Centre, Shipley BD18 3EH – every Thursday from 3.30pm-4.30pm

* Elm Tree Court, Thackley BD10 0DF – every Wednesday from 10.30am-11am.

The free sessions are available to men and women over the age of 50. Please email info@bullsfoundation.org to register your interest.

Fitness classes launched for sensory impaired individuals

The Foundation has recently started to deliver fitness sessions for individuals with sensory impairment problems.

The classes are delivered in partnership with Bradford Disability Sport and Leisure and allow men and women between the ages of 20-70, the opportunity to keep fit under the supervision and assistance of trained coaches.

The sessions are delivered within the gym facilities at Bradford College every Monday evening.

Raees Mahmood, who coordinates the programme, commented: “It is fantastic to see the participants achieving their fitness goals and I am delighted with how they are progressing.”

Bradford Bulls wheelchair team recruiting players

The Bradford Bulls wheelchair team are recruiting new players for their upcoming season.

Wheelchair rugby league is an all-inclusive sport as it allows both disabled and non-disabled players the opportunity to play together. Last year, the team remained undefeated in the league and reached the semi-final of the Challenge Cup.

The team trains every Monday evening at Bradford Trinity Campus from 6pm-8pm. If you are interested in joining, please email info@bullsfoundation.org or alternatively call 01274 729728.