Being part of a club can be a massively rewarding thing, offering participants a sense of belonging, a chance to keep fit, and a busy social schedule to boot. Here we take a look back at our best pictures of Preston-based clubs and associations from 1984.
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1. Preston clubs 1984
These lads were taking part in roller hockey at the Empress in Eldon Street, Preston Photo: RETRO
2. Preston clubs 1984
Two happy rounders teams from Ashton High School who won the Preston School Rounders Tournament held at Longridge High School. The senior team beat St Thomas More, and the U14 team beat Ribbleton Photo: RETRO
3. Preston clubs 1984
Preston's Tina Mulley has been dabbling in the ancient art of Taekwondo for just six months. Novice she may be, but her newly-learned high-kicking technique has already won her one of he top championships in the sport. She pictured working out with members of Freckleton Taekwondo Club Photo: RETRO
4. Preston clubs 1984
A group of enterprising youngsters from a Preston youth club are planning to set themselves on fire... with their do-it-yourself dance routine. Girls from Fulwood Catholic Youth Club have formed their own dance troupe, and with help from their 20-year-old leader, Paula McDonagh, they are aiming for the top in the disco dancing world.The 19 youngsters, aged between 10 and 14, have been meeting twice a week Photo: RETRO