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Pilates
There is growing evidence to suggest that a strong
core and improved flexibility is key to sporting success.
The classes focus on delivering a programme which
seeks to improve pupils’ core strength in order to assist
in keeping them injury-free and stronger through
their core.
Real Tennis
Real Tennis is a famous, fun and fascinating sport.
Once played by King Henry VIII, it gave rise to the
modern game of Lawn Tennis. Played on an indoor
court, the ball is hit over a sagging net either onto the
court or a wall – straight or sloping – or into another
net! We play on the court at Radley College.
No previous experience is expected, however an
aptitude for racquet sports, particularly tennis,
is an advantage. Professional tuition is provided.
Rugby
We pride ourselves on offering enough rugby teams
per age group to boys of all ability levels. We play
competitively each weekend throughout the
Michaelmas term, against a tough fixture list.
Most years we enter teams into the National Natwest
Cup at U18 and U15 age group; the County Cup at
various age groups; several Sevens competitions,
including the Rosslyn Park National Schoolboy Sevens
at U14 & U16 age group; as well as the Sedbergh
School Super Tens at 1st Team level. Our Seniors tour
internationally every two years and our Juniors and
Junior Colts squads tour annually at October half-term.
All parents are encouraged to join Abingdon Touchliners,
a parental committee that supports our rugby club
programme – through organising major events
throughout the year that help support and add to the
provision offered to all boys in the club.
Rugby Sevens
Rugby Sevens is run as a Lent term activity across all
ages. For the senior boys it also helps assist in their
preparation and participation in representative games
for county, academy or national games that take place
at this time. Age group sides have a minimum of two
festivals / tournaments, with the emphasis on skill
development combined with tactical decision-making.
Shooting
No experience is necessary since training is provided.
Once at a reasonable standard, pupils are formed into
teams and entered for postal competitions against
other schools. We also have the opportunity to shoot in
international matches against European schools. We
participate in an annual exchange with the Stade team
in Germany during the Easter holidays.
Lower school boys may sign up for the eight-week Air
Rifle Youth Proficiency Scheme. Successful completion
of this course allows lower school boys to move on to
.22 rifle shooting. Recently, members of the Rifle Club
have won county titles, and some have taken part in GB
development training. There is a charge for coaching
and ammunition.
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