Shieldhill Young Crew

Shieldhill Young Crew (Shieldhill Youth Club or SYC) was formed in 2003 to provide the youth with somewhere to go of an evening.

 

The club was started by John and Ann Henderson. John has lived and grown up in Shieldhill and Ann in California. After going through their security checks John and Ann with several helpers, the approval of both Falkirk Council and the Police got the club up and running.

 

John and Ann still run the club as leaders and are currently helped by Maria Montinaro and Jit Singh. All have full-time jobs and run the club for the benefit of the local youth. The work is challenging at times but also rewarding. 

 

SYC operates during school term time on a Monday night from 7.00pm to 9.00pm in the Community Wing adjacent to Shieldhill Primary School.

 

Some of the activities club members have participated in since SYC opened include:

• abseiling
• canoeing
• karting
• mountain biking
• sailing
• sponsored cycle
• ten-pin bowling

SYC members have also helped at litterpick events in the village.

SYC Rules

SYC members agree to abide by the club's rules, which form part of the membership form and are also posted on the club's noticeboard. The club rules were drawn up by the original members in 2003.

• Members must be between 12 and 16 years of age.
• A membership form must be completed with their parent / guardian giving consent to attend and a nominal fee is charged when joining. SYC youth club operates an open door policy where the young people can come and go during youth club times as they please.
• No smoking
• No alcohol
• No drugs
• No vandalism
• No bullying
• No fighting
• No swearing
• No stealing
• As a member of SYC, you have a responsibility to help make your environment safe and enjoyable.
• Respect your club and all who attend.
• Any problems or issues – please speak to someone.
• Above all enjoy yourself!

For further information e-mail sccc@falkirkonline.net|.