Several ringers from Edinburgh attended the Bell Handling course at Tulloch on Saturday and Sunday. Here are some comments from them:

“I triumphantly tamed a wayward (unleashed) bell rope for the first time ever. And conquered some of those ‘what ifs’ that have previously prevented me from teaching.An essential first step towards being able to confidently put into practice all my newly learned teaching skills!” Phyllida

The Tulloch Ringing Centre

“As someone with no ringing teaching experience I felt comfortable with the course – everyone was very friendly and supportive. the format of lots of different short exercises in small groups worked really well and meant there was something for everyone to learn, from new to experienced teachers.” Susannah

“I found the course enjoyable and un-threatening, with lots of opportunity to try out techniques on easy bells with friendly colleagues. There were lots of ideas for improving learners’ handling and to sort out bad habits that inevitably crop up. And the flapjack and rocky road were  delicious!” Barbara

Tulloch Farm

“I’ve been ringing for 48 1/8 years, what more do I need to know about teaching people to ring, I have seen it and done it, I have never been on a course, what use would that ever be?? Not quite the mindset I was in thankfully. Was I surprised!! the ART module one course was terrific. It was all very logical, well laid out, well planned and terrifically delivered by Judith with some assistance from young Jonathan. Loads of little nuggets and tips, everything straightforward with easy to understand notes and booklets. Can’t wait to get going now.” Ian.

Putting it into practice