Abergavenny Hockey Club members have been offered the chance to attend a First Aid course thanks to financial support from the Monmouthshire Community Chest Panel.

Abergavenny Hockey Club are an inclusive volunteer run hockey club. Their sole aim is to ensure that everybody gets the chance to play in a safe and fun environment where enjoyment is the main priority.

Club membership has grown in number recently and the club boast members of all ages and abilities.

Abergavenny Hockey Club were awarded a grant of around £300 to deliver a first aid course for its coaches, volunteers and members to ensure that the high standards provided by the club are maintained.

On Sunday, 13 members of the club attended a first aid course which was facilitated locally at Abergavenny Leisure Centre by Hands On Training.

All of the club’s hockey sessions can now be covered by a first aider who has received sport specific first aid training.

Ian Saunders, Leisure Services Manager said, “Community Chest has helped a lot of new sports clubs to become established within Monmouthshire, whereas other clubs/associations have been awarded grants to help them expand and offer further sporting opportunities.”

Community Chest offers clubs grants of up to £1500.00 in any 12-month period for activities that encourage more people to become more active, more often, and raises the standards of existing activities.

Abergavenny Hockey Club would like to thank Abergavenny Leisure Centre for providing discounted facilities for the provision of this course and also Stephan of Hands on Training for running a very enjoyable course. They are also very grateful for the funding provided to run this course by Community Chest Panel.

Are you a club or association which could benefit from £1500.00? Then why not contact the Sport and Community Development Team on 01633 644 544 to see if you are eligible.

Abergavenny Hockey Club is always looking for new members. Please visit the club website if you would like to get involved!