Activ8 2.0 is an all-American themed sports and creative initiative designed to build confidence, teamwork, communication skills, and positive relationships for young people aged Year 8–17.
A spokesperson for Oasis Youth, based in Portadown, said: “What a brilliant three days we had at our mid-term camp in Lismore College!
"Participants from our 12-week Activ8 2.0 project were joined by some fantastic new faces for what can only be described as an absolute extravaganza of sport and creativity.”
The camp offered young people the opportunity to choose bettween sports or creative activities.
Those taking part in sports were able to train alongside experienced coaches and take part in basketball, baseball, and volleyball masterclasses delivered by Healthy Kidz, Aztecs volleyball team and ABC Council coaches.
Participants in the creative programme worked under expert guidance in drumming workshops led by multi-world champion drummer Mark Wilson and media workshops delivered by BNL, including camera use, video recording, and commentary.
Activ8 2.0 is funded by Brownlow, Lurgan & Portadown Neighbourhood Renewal, Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council, The National Lottery Community Fund Northern Ireland and Department of Communities.
9. Activ8 2.0 all-American camp
Taking a food break at the sports camp are from left, Ugne Bagebnaviciute, Fifi Mitkove and Jessica Wisniewska. Photo: TONY HENDRON
10. Activ8 2.0 all-American camp
Enjoying the fun at the Activ8 2.0 all-American camp held at Lismore College. Photo: TONY HENDRON
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Lee Lawson, left, and Polina Malcheva pictured at the sports camp. Photo: TONY HENDRON