Bedford students demonstrate handstands
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Bedford students demonstrate handstands
Bedford students demonstrate handstands Date: 1937
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Archive Bedford Bpeosa College Handstands Physical Pupil Pupils Rank Student Students 1937
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This photograph, dated 1937, captures a group of Bedford College students demonstrating their impressive handstand skills during a Physical Education (PE) class. The image, sourced from the archives of bpeosa (Bedford Physical Education Society Archive), offers a glimpse into the past of college life and the importance of physical fitness during that era. The students, both male and female, are arranged in a semi-circle, each one expertly balancing on their hands with their legs extended in the air. Their expressions range from focused determination to playful joy, reflecting the diverse personalities within the group. The students' outfits, consisting of gym uniforms and knee-length shorts, are reminiscent of the activewear popular during the 1930s. Physical Education played a significant role in the curriculum of Bedford College, which was established in 1849 as the first higher education institution for women in the UK. The college's commitment to promoting health and wellbeing through physical activity was a progressive move for the time, and this photograph serves as a testament to the students' dedication and athleticism. Ranked among the top universities in the UK, Bedford College continues to prioritize the importance of physical education and wellbeing for its students. This historic photograph not only showcases the students' physical prowess but also highlights the enduring legacy of physical education within the institution's rich history.
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