Mike Bushell, BBC News 24 presenter, joined the beach
vault team on Weymouth beach to learn how to pole vault. Having taken
instruction from Wimborne Athletic Club Pole Vault coach, David Pearson,
he was soon flying on to the inflatable pole vault bed and enjoying the
exhilarating experience of this event. Mike’s progress was broadcast on
BBC1 on Saturday 25th August between 6am and 10am. In addition, the
beach vault was front page news in the Dorset Echo.
This year’s beach vault has seen over 80 complete
novices ‘have a go’. From 6 year-olds to 70 year-olds, the attraction of
pole vaulting on the beach has proved irresistible! All participants
learned the basic technique and enjoyed the experience.
Earlier in the year the portable vaulting system was
taken around the sports colleges in Dorset for the first time. Over 50
new athletes in each session were given the opportunity to try out this
challenging event. Thank you to all the athletes and parents that have
helped make this summer so productive in promoting pole vault.
Yes, the summer holidays are over for most of us…but do
not feel too disappointed if you didn’t manage to join us at one of the
beach vault venues. This winter several beginners courses will be run at
The Osprey Leisure Centre, Portland with the opportunity to progress
into the Pole Vault Academy for the most talented and committed
athletes.
Please contact David Pearson on 01258 837057 for further
information
