A FEW places are still available at gymnastic sessions recently launched by the Derwentside Sports Development and School Sports Partnership.

They take place at the Louisa Centre, Stanley, on Wednesdays, for four to five-year-olds, and on Thursdays, for six to 16-year-olds, and at the Belle Vue Leisure Centre, Consett, on Saturdays, for four to 16-year-olds.

Sports development officer Ed Hendrikson said: "The sessions promote participation in physical activity in a fun and friendly atmosphere for children and young people of all abilities."

For more information, call the Louisa Centre, on 01207-218877, or the Belle Vue Leisure Centre, on 01207-218151.