The Sports Extra Programme

Centres of Local Development

Centres of Local Development or C.O.L.D's are used to identify young sportsmen and sportswomen wih potential talent and to support them through a structured programme of quality coaching.

The development centres focus on increasing skill levels and developing a professional attitude towards sport whilst training with other athletes of like ability.

Each development centre is coordinated by a Head Coach with relevant qualifications and experience. Particiapants are generally following a series of trials, with young people nominated by schools and community sports clubs. The programmes are supported by the National Governing Bodies of sport as recognised by Sports Council for Wales. The following structures fulfil the role of Centres of Local Development within Bridgend County Borough.

. Cardiff City FC Centre of Development
(Football Under 11's)

. Bridgend County / Football Association Academy
(Football - 12 & above)

. Bridgend and District Rugby Development Centre

. Bridgend County Swim Squad

. Bridgend Hockey Club - Junior Development Centre

. Bridgend County Girls Football Centre

. Bridgend County Netball Development Centre

. Pencoed Trampolining Development Centre

. Bridgend Athletic Women and Girls Rugby
Development

Centres of Local Development are the stepping stones that support local children to progress to regional and national standards.