GCS have several fitness and wellbeing groups which are available to all and free to join.

TEAM GCS Update – Mumbles Duathlon & Amman Valley Triathlon

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Team GCS Update

Mumbles Duathlon 25th March

As well as being the title sponsor, Gower College were also well represented with competitors from Team GCS, who joined over 170 athletes from all over the UK.

Considering the previous night’s mini storm, the weather wasn’t bad surprisingly when everyone lined up at 8am on Saturday morning. The rain held off, but the wind was still howling which made the bike course especially challenging with some ferocious head and side winds. Not to mention some (literally) chain snapping climbs – bike handling and fitness were very well tested.

Despite the tough course, Team GCS safely made it across the line, and without doubt are looking in fine fettle for the rest of the season.

There were some very wobbly legs at the end, and thankfully Roy Jenkins and his minions were on hand (pun intended!) with some much needed massage.

TEAM GCS Results:

TIME
Christian Regis 01:46:06
Tim Buckley 02:02:27
Scott Evans 02:06:58
Carl Phillips 02:07:31
Jess O’Driscoll 02:10:39
Mike Gover 02:14:58
Laura Borrelli 02:15:47
Joshua Jordan 02:17:53
Ross Pullin 02:21:51
Rachel Jones 02:26:18
Michelle Williams 02:48:06
Matthew Miller 02:55:57

 

Amman Valley Triathlon 2nd April

The weather started out with a chill in the air for registration but quickly turned to almost perfect conditions, with the sun even making a welcome appearance.

The course itself started with a 400m pool swim then a transition to the bike ride, which was mostly flat with a few gentle ups and downs, making for a quick out and back. The running course followed a footpath and had some inclines to push the legs one last time, there were plenty of supporters along the end of the route to push you through to the finish line.

Overall a great event for first-timers and those just starting the 2023 tri season. (report by Rachel Jones, TEAM GCS Athlete)

TEAM GCS Results:

Carl Phillips 01:12:46
Matthew Miller 01:15:47
Laura Borrelli 01:16:11
Michael Glover 01:16:31
Rachel Jones 01:18:05
Ross Pullin 01:18:35

 

Next up for Team GCS in April will be the Merlin Ride and the Gorseinon 10k, where over 30 athletes will be competing. If you are feeling inspired and would like to get in on the action, then contact christain.regis@gcs.ac.uk for more information.

 

 

 

5-a-side Football

This is a drop-in session with no set structure on a Friday afternoon. Playing recreational football is a great way to reduce inactivity levels, increase fitness and decrease stress while making new friends! No need to book, just turn up at the Sports Centre in Tycoch.

GCS Fitness Club

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The College has its own dedicated Fitness Club Teams chat for employees to keep up to date with all the activities going on in relation to fitness, both in work time and outside of work. Please visit GCS Fitness Club to join the chat and find out more.

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Swimming sessions

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Swimming sessions are currently being held in the National Pool in Swansea on Sunday morning. You can either join the beginners or intermediate lane where you will receive tuition and coaching based around your ability. These sessions are suitable both for those who want help to prepare for an event or to simply improve your technique and fitness. To find out more contact Daniel.Jones@gcs.ac.uk.

Cold Water Dipping – COMING SOON!

Cold Water Dipping is one of the newest trends of latter years, and participants claim it gives you more energy, better sleep, improved focus, reduces stress, strengthens your immune system and creates a better mindset. But why not find out for yourself? Please visit the Wellbeing Booking portal HERE to find out when the next session is taking place

Sports Centre membership

GCS offer staff discounted membership to the Sports Centre, starting at £60 per year for an individual and £150 per year for family membership. Staff membership includes access to:

  • Full use of the gym and power room 7 days a week
  • Free badminton court hire
  • Free access to out of working hours and weekend fitness classes

To find out more, contact Claire.Bickford@gcs.ac.uk

 

Running Club

Whether you want to run your first 5k or improve your 10k and beyond, you will be able to run with like-minded people with similar abilities and aspirations. To find out more contact Christian.regis@gcs.ac.uk

Cycling Club

There are a mix of rides to suit all abilities, including “Any Bike Bike Rides” aimed as a relaxed social ride on traffic calm or traffic free routes and are suitable for all fitness levels. We also offer more club level challenging rides. To find out more contact Christian.regis@gcs.ac.uk

Triathlon Club

If you an aspiring or experienced multi-sport athlete, you are invited to join the GCS triathlon club.

Whether you prefer to pursue a single discipline of either swim, run, bike or do the triple you are welcome to get involved with a number of sessions that you feel suits you best. For more information please contact Timothy.Buckley@gcs.ac.uk