Leisure

Leisure in Focus publication

Summary: A new publication with a wealth of information and advice on leisure activities

• A new publication
• How to obtain the publication

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Photograph by Tom Miles

A new publication

Leisure in Focus is a new publication from RNIB. The book has been produced to illustrate how other groups, organisations and individuals can replicate the Leisure Link project, a ‘leisure buddy’ scheme that has been running in East Sussex since 1999.

Specific chapters focus on practical tips, hints and ideas on how to run leisure classes for blind and partially sighted people with a whole host of ideas for activities, sports and general leisure pastimes.

The book offers practical advice on running sessions for blind and partially sighted people. There are sections on providing transport, recruiting and training volunteers, teaching tips and techniques. There are quotes and anecdotes from tutors, volunteers and participants on a variety of topics from pottery to Pilates!

This practical guide to leisure will be an invaluable tool for leisure officers, activity organisers, tutors and blind and partially sighted people themselves. It features the work and experiences of many blind and partially sighted people in East Sussex.

Read extracts and tips from the book

How to obtain the publication

"Leisure in Focus" is available in large print (PR12004P), braille (PR12004B), on disk (PR12004D) and on audio tape (PR12004T) for just £7.50 and can be ordered from:

RNIB Customer Services
PO Box 173
Peterborough
PE2 6WS
Telephone: 0845 702 3153

Email: cservices@rnib.org.uk

For more information contact Eleanor Ellison, 01273 262 221 or email Eleanor.Ellison@rnib.org.uk

Content author: leisure@rnib.org.uk

Last updated: 20/11/2008 11:13