A European Social Funding grant has been awarded to the Worcester Angling Academy in order to fund teaching and training. The Angling Academy are aiming the initiative at people who are unemployed and over 19 years old. It is thought that the skills learnt in angling will provide them with invaluable life skills that could help them potentially become more employable as their skills base is widened.

Founder of the academy, Mark Eacock is a tutor/assessor working with the young people, “We run accredited courses for all ages to help them learn and grow through the life skills that angling teaches. There are many transferable key skills to be gained from the courses as well as giving an accredited qualification to put on their CV to help employment. Over the years, we have found time and time again that the skills used in angling can be useful in the workplace, for example, planning and preparation, patience, team building, presentation skills, problem solving, concentration, attention to detail and focus.”

Not only can you register to a course, there are also opportunities for younger people to join in. All ages and abilities are welcome and can play vital roles as volunteers. The positions vary depending on the age of the individual. “Their courses cover all sorts of invaluable skills sets, from young leaders (ages 8-13), sports leadership (ages 14 plus), community sports leaders (16+) and even first aid”, Jackie Howarth from the Worcestershire Community Foundation stated.

Angling is a fun, out-door sport that any age can get involved with. E&L Insurance offer you financial cover for you and all your angling equipment. E&L fishing insurance covers both match and game fishing and there is also a night fishing extension available. E&L fishing policies cover 100% fire, theft, damage and accidental loss plus up to £1.25 million public liability, up to £10,000 personal accident plus much more. A 5% discount is applied for Juniors (under 16) and the over 65′s.

Log onto www.eandl.co.uk/fishing to find out more information and to take out instant cover.

Source: www.berrowsjournal.co.uk

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