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Swallows of Helston is a gymnastic club in Cornwall with approximately 350 members, ranging from around 3 years old to adults. A broad range of classes are run weekly, incorporating all ages, at recreational, display and competitive levels.

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Boys compete at the British Under 12’s in Glasgow

Matt H Cameron Calum Swallows Gymnasts took to the air last weekend to compete amongst Britain’s best Under 12’s.

Following their recent successes in the National Elite NDP finals, the boys were excited about their journey to Glasgow.

In the competition Cameron Wheat completed his routines to take overall 27th place out of a field of 56 gymnasts.  Calum finished his all around competition in 33rd with Matthew Heaney in 50th.  Matthew can compete at in this age group again, so was one of the youngest competitors taking part.

On the Vault – Calum took the overall Silver medal which makes him the first gymnast from the Swallows to gain a medal at British Championship level.

Congratulations to all the boys for their efforts and to Edy for all his hard work and patience.