We were pleased to welcome Thomas Grubb to the club meeting of 11th September. Thomas has just left Waid Academy and is now studying Administration at Kirkcaldy College. He came to talk about his experiences at the recent RYLA event, where his attendance was sponsored by Anstruther Rotary.

The Rotary Youth Leadership Award is a week-long Rotary International course that takes place at the Abernethy Trust Centre in Nethybridge, just a few miles from Aviemore. It offers young people an opportunity to participate in physical and intellectual activities, aimed at developing skills in team working, leadership, communication, problem solving and decision-making. These are seen as foundations for self-confidence and self-esteem - vital aspects of responsible and global citizenship.

Thomas thanked the club for sponsoring his attendance at RYLA and commented on a number of aspects of the course. He was particulalrly keen to use the experience to improve his problem solving and decision making skills.

He mentioned the daily talks on various topics as being helpful - as was the opportinity to take the lead in his group during the canoeing activity. He also commented on team building and that he is keeping in touch with a number of friends that he made. 

Following a good many questions a vote of thanks was proposed by Andy Matthew. Thomas is seen here receiving his RYLA certificate from club president Derek Mathie.