Long Jetty Hospital Auxilary members with nurse Jodie Lanci in the Renal Unit.

18 September 2024

 

WITH the arrival of Judy Tolhurst, PCYC Umina’s Manager since August, Judy has big plans for this beautiful club, which has been part of the Umina community since 2001.

 

Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch MP says members of the community of all ages can benefit from this sport, social and recreational space.

 

“PCYC Umina is where all members of the community can feel right at home, with countless fun, safe, social, sporting, and recreational activities for everyone from babies to seniors," said Ms Tesch.

 

“Being tucked away right down the end of Osborne Avenue in Umina, in the beautiful bush and among the banksias, it is easy to miss, so I encourage people on the Peninsula with an interest in social, sport and recreational activities to walk, ride or drive down and take a look around.”

 

Manager, Judy Tolhurst, a parent, gymnastics coach and judge for nearly 17 years, is relishing the opportunity to engage with its approx. 1,000 members and extend the local PCYC’s reach and connections within the wider Peninsula community and further afield.

 

“I’ve been involved with PCYC Umina for almost a decade, and I am delighted to be the new manager. In my new role I am excited about how the PCYC can assist and grow with the local community,” said Judy Tolhurst.

 

“PCYC Umina is an amazing space that many in our community don’t know exists and I want to change that. I want to see the facility humming with activity – full of local children, their families, and friends. Come in and say hi and see this fantastic facility.”

 

The main building houses a large, state-of-the-art gymnastics facility, a space used by Holistic Health and Movement, a kitchen, meeting room, accessible bathroom, and bathroom with showers.

 

There are even spaces for hire in the main PCYC building and a meeting room that can be used to facilitate small groups for meetings. The PCYC’s reception space for example, which opens onto a compact grassed courtyard, is ideal for small parties and fundraisers.

 

In a separate building there is a Boxing Shed measuring an impressive 40m x 10m, longer than an Olympic pool and half the width. This is one of the best boxing spaces in the country, consisting of a ring, seven sparring rings plus a cardio area.

 

Gymnastics, boxing, women’s fitness (through Holistic Health & Movement) and archery are just some of the activities on offer to PCYC members.

 

“We are lucky that we have some great venue hirers here including Holistic Health and Movement, and Complete Boxing,” Ms Tolhurst said.

 

New Kindergym classes

 

An all-abilities Kindergym Class will be held on Mondays in Term 4, and an All-Abilities afternoon recreational class for 5-10 year olds in Term 4.

 

For parents, carers and their babies, PCYC Umina has just started two new Kindergym classes on Thursday mornings – 10:00am-10:45am for 2-3 year olds and 11:00am-11:45 for 3-5 year olds.

 

“These classes, which require a parent/carer/grandparent in assistance, help our youngest with co-ordination, crossing the mid line as well as a hub of social interaction for children and adults,” JMs Tolhurst added.

 

Helping to reduce road risks and prevent accidents as a Safer Drivers Provider

 

As an accredited provider of the Transport for NSW Safer Drivers Course, PCYC Umina is helping provide learner drivers with the knowledge they need to reduce road risks and prevent accidents by becoming a safe driver. Students will complete the course with a greater of understanding of how to be a safe P-plate driver.

 

“Statistically, the first six months after receiving your provisional license are the most dangerous. New P-plate drivers can find it challenging on the roads without the support of an experienced instructor by their side. Our course equips young drivers with the tools they need to manage the transition to a full license,” Ms Tolhurst explains.

 

The next Safer Drivers course is being held on September 14.

 

In support of local youth

 

In conjunction with local Police (each PCYC has an assigned Youth Command Officer), PCYC Umina runs programs aimed at helping young people change their lives and to break cycles of disengagement from education and employment and developing life skills that result in resilience and increased employment opportunities. Participants are referred to these programs by local schools and there are currently two active programs. IGA Umina supports the club by providing food for the participants.

 

Membership and facilities hire enquiries

 

People interested in finding out more about PCYC Umina’s facilities and programs are encouraged to call 4344 7851 or to email PCYC Umina. Judy can be reached directly on 0418 491 298 or via email here.

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