Get Sporty In SwindonIf you've been inspired by the London 2012 games, here's a few places you can try the events yourself!While you might not have the grace and style of Jade Faulkner - Swindon's very own Olympic Gymnast - there's no reason why you can't have a go at some of the events yourself.
We've put together a list of places you can 'go for gold' in Swindon from A-Z.
Archery
No, skin-tight green leggings aren't required!
Reckon you could take on Usain?
Badminton
It might not look it, but it's hard work!
Basketball
The next Michael Jordan?
Boxing
"Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee".
Canoeing
Hope you don't mind getting wet!
Cycling (Mountain Biking)
Hold on tight, it's going to be a bumpy ride...
Cycling (Road)
Sideburns optional.
Fencing
En garde!
Football
On yer' head, son.
Gymnastics
Let's hope you're flexible.
Hockey
Not just for girls.
Rowing
Sounds easy, right? Wrong!
Sailing
Do you know your port from your starboard?
Shooting
Pull!
Swimming
Tight Speedos not necessary.
Table Tennis
Just don't call it 'Ping Pong'...
Tennis
New balls, please.
Volleyball
Haven't I seen you on the net?
Now get out there and give some of these a go!
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