A new summer tennis programme has been launched in Rhymney to promote healthy living, community engagement, and fitness among young people. The initiative, named In the Right Court, is part of the broader Respect Rhymney project and kicked off this week.
The programme is a joint effort between Gwent Police’s neighbourhood officers and sports development officers from Caerphilly County Borough Council. It is designed to offer local youngsters the opportunity to meet police officers, learn tennis, and engage in community-building activities.
The free sessions will take place every Monday from 4pm to 6pm, and all tennis equipment is provided.
Inspector Lysha Thompson, who is overseeing the programme, expressed her excitement about the turnout for the first session. Over 30 children, aged between three and 12, attended the event. She noted, “It was great to see such a fantastic turnout, with children enjoying a mix of drills, exercises, and games. It also gave us a chance to engage with the children and their families, and discuss how we can work together to make Rhymney a community we can all be proud of.”
The programme will continue every Monday, weather permitting, until the end of September. The next session is scheduled for Monday, June 9.
The Respect Rhymney initiative is part of Gwent Police’s Clear, Hold, Build strategy. The Clear phase targets crime groups, the Hold phase focuses on enforcement and engagement, and the Build phase works to instill community pride while educating youth on the impact of crime and antisocial behaviour.
The overall goal of the programme is to create a safer, more united community by involving local young people in positive and engaging activities.
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