The SPAR Lancashire Youth Games 2008 will see in the region of 10,000 young people participating in coaching activities and festivals through out the year in the build up to the main event itself on Saturday 28th June at Stanley Park Blackpool. It is hoped that approximately 1500 young people will be participating in a range of sports along with over 250 volunteers.
Ethos
The ethos of the SPAR Lancashire Youth Games is:
"To increase participation amongst newly identified young people engaging in a challenging and rewarding environment bringing benefit to all "
The Youth Games aims to:
- Encourage young people to participate in sport
- To help parents to recognise the importance of sport in young peoples lives
- Provide the learning and recognition opportunities for volunteers, coaches and events staff.