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Lost Planet 3 sales below Capcom expectations
by Steve Watts, shacknews.com, Oct 31, 2013 8:15AM PDT
Lost Planet 3 fell below sales expectations, according to recent Capcom earnings results. Read more
Lost Planet 3 trailer shows survival is not enough
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Being stuck on an ice world can be a lonely existence. You might even end up talking to yourself. Jim Peyton does have too many people to talk to... Read more
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Capcom has detailed two of the multiplayer modes for Lost Planet 3: Scenario and Akrid Survival. Read more
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Lost Planet 3 has gotten a debut multiplayer trailer from Capcom Japan, showing off the combat and customized loadouts. Read more
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Lost Planet 3 was supposed to bring some winter weather early this summer on June 25, but Capcom has delayed the release of the game until August... Read more
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Capcom has announced that Lost Planet 3 will release on all platforms on June 25, and detailed the various retailer-exclusive pre-order bonuses. Read more
Lost Planet 3 video shows off 15 minutes of gameplay from Gamescom
by Steve Watts, shacknews.com, Aug 28, 2012 11:30AM PDT
Capcom has released footage of its Lost Planet 3 demo from Gamescom 2012. Read more
Lost Planet 3 preview
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After thirty minutes of hands-on time, I would say Lost Planet 3 is the game I always wanted Lost Planet to be. Read more
Lost Planet spin-off 'EX Troopers' announced
by Steve Watts, shacknews.com, May 16, 2012 4:30PM PDT
Capcom has announced EX Troopers, a spin-off of the Lost Planet franchise that promises to be more friendly to beginners. Read more
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The rising cost of toll roads and parking is making owning cars prohibitive, Andrew Cannon, of the Hidalgo County Rail Commission, told Commissioners Court on Tuesday.
Cannon described rail lines as "the missing link" in the Valley's transportation system. He denied that the bus routes overlapped the rail district and said they would work together in the future to move people to their destinations. Admitting the Rio Grande Valley was set up very differently than other parts of the county, Cannon also said the Rio Grande Valley Development Council supported the work of the rail commission as a viable source of transportation 20 to 25 years from now.
Judge Ramon Garcia said it is the duty of the Hidalgo County commissioners to plan for the future and if the government was mandating rail lines, it was their duty to support the action.
Previously, commissioners had questioned whether they could dissolve the Rail District Committee for the Rio Grande Valley, but State Rep. Armando Martinez said funding was coming through the state and federal governments. The county has no authority to dissolve the committee. He also said the program is not being funded by ad valorem taxes. In a previous meeting, it was suggested by members of OWLS, Objective Waters of the Legal System, that the rail district would become another taxing entity for the taxpayers of Hidalgo County to pay.
Cannon told the court the rail studies are about the future, and there is a lot of misinformation about whether or not it is feasible. He suggested that at the current time it might not be able to make money, but there were more reasons to look at the system.
Cannon said the trains could be an effective way of moving large groups of people out of the Valley in case of a projected major hurricane. The cost of moving people from hospitals one ambulance at a time would wipe the county's emergency budget out in a short time, but if a large number of patients could be loaded on trains and moved out, there could be substantial cost savings.
Cannon said it is important to identify right-of-way for train rails now while there is still open land available to purchase. Right now, all work being done is being funded by federal grants. There is a possibility sales tax could be looked at as a way to fund the rail district, but currently the two cents available for local use is already in use by other entities, so it was not available.
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Tuesday May 11, 2004
(8:15 a.m.) – OK, after getting about 6 hours of sleep, my stupid alarm clock went off. I hit snooze the traditional 3 times, but fell asleep quick each time. The third time, I was going to roll out of bed, but the wind was howling, and I just did not want to get out of from under the warmth of the covers. I was too tired, and didn't want to go out in the conditions. Finally, I did. Woke up at 7:44 and hit the shower; tired, and a little bit cranky from the idea of leaving the apartment. If I thought I was nauseus during the game, that was nothing compared to how I felt this morning! Left my apartment and found out just how windy it was. But it wasn't just the wind, there was snow on the ground. It was still snowing, but not nice, pretty snow. No, it was pellet-like snow. It hurts. I got to the parking lot at work, out of my car and walked in. The pellets were pounding the top of my head, so I put my hand up to stop them. Well, then I got drilled in the eye by one, and that hurt even more. I was actually happy to get into the office for the first time in a long time. I even punched in early. Checked weather.com, and it is 34 degrees and snowy. It's May 11! IT"S MAY 11!!! (No, this isn't unusual for this time of the year, but it was over 70 degrees on Sunday!) It's supposed to rain/snow all day. Rain tomorrow, and rain/snow on Thursday!! AAARRRGGGHHH!! But, I love my northern Minnesota life. Really, I do! And, when it snows again in late May, I will just grin and bear it! What are my options? Will someone offer me a high paying job in a warmer climate? (anyone? Anyone?)UPDATE
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Better Without A-Rod?
In 2000, the Seattle Mariners had a record of 91-71. Alex Rodriguez had a monster season. The 24 year old hit .316/.420/.606 with 34 doubles, 41 homers, 132 RBI and 100 walks. The Mariners won the AL Wild Card. They beat the Chicago White Sox in the ALDS before losing to the New York Yankees in the ALCS.
In that offseason, Alex Rodriguez became a free agent at age 25. The best overall player in baseball was set to make a lot of money in a very player friendly market. He signed for One-Billion Dollars. OK, not quite, but One-Quarter-of-a-Billion Dollars, in a ten year deal with the Texas Rangers. The move shocked the baseball world. Rangers owner Tom Hicks offered Rodriguez almost $100 million more than any other team did, just to secure baseball's best player.
The result was a 73-89 record for the Texas Rangers. The Rangers lineup included Ivan Rodriguez and Rafael Palmiero to go along with A-Rod, but the pitching was weak. Sure, Rodriguez hit .318/.399/.622 with 34 homers, 52 RBI and 135 RBI.
You would think that the 2001 Seattle Mariners team would have had a bad season, certainly not as good as the 2000 season, right? I mean, they had also lost Hall of Fame caliber superstars Ken Griffey Jr and Randy Johnson in previous seasons. They couldn't continue to be successful, could they? I guess they could! The 2001 Mariners team tied the record for wins in a season. They went 116-46. Using some of the money they had saved in not signing A-Rod, the Mariners went out and signed 2B Bret Boone and Japanese star OF Ichiro Suzuki. They were added to a lineup that still included Edgar Martinez, Mike Cameron and John Olerud. These stars, and others, had incredible years. Here are the stats of some of the Mariners key contributors:
Ichiro - was named Rookie of the Year and AL MVP by hitting .350/.381/.457 with 34 doubles, eight triples, eight home runs, 69 RBI and 56 stolen bases.
Bret Boone had an equally valuable season. He hit .331/.372/.578 with 37 doubles, 37 home runs and 141 RBI.
Edgar Martinez actually had an average year for him, hitting just .306/.423/.543 with 40 doubles, 23 homers and 116 RBI.
John Olerud hit .302/.401/.472 with 32 doubles, 21 homers and 95 RBI.
Mike Cameron won a Gold Glove, and had his best offensive season hitting .267/.353/.480 with 30 doubles, 25 homers, 110 RBI and 34 stolen bases.
David Bell contributed 28 doubles and 15 homers!
For good measure, 2004 NL Rookie of the Year Scott Podsednik had a triple and 3 RBI in six at bats for this team.
Not only did they get good hitting, but a few pitchers had very strong seasons, while some road the coat tails of the Mariners offense:
Freddy Garcia was 18-6 with a 2.05 ERA over 238 2/3 innings.
Jamie Moyer went 20-6 with a 3.43 ERA in 209 2/3 innings.
Aaron Sele went 15-5 with an ERA of 3.60 in 215 innings.
Paul Abbott's ERA was just 4.25. He pitched 163 innings, and his record was 17-4.
John Halama even went 10-7 with a 4.73 ERA.
Kazuhiro Sasaki had 45 saves and a 3.24 ERA. He was set up by a great lefty-righty combination of Arthur Rhodes (8-0, 1.72 ERA) and Jeff Nelson (4-3, 2.76 ERA). The rest of the bullpen was Jose Paniagua, Norm Charlton and Ryan Franklin, who all did well.
2001 was a magical season for the Mariners. There is no disputing that, even if they did lose in the first round of the playoffs to the New York Yankees.
In 2001, the Texas Rangers had a record of 73-89. In 2002, they fell to 72-90. In 2003, they were 71-91. The team has always been able to hit, and A-Rod put up monster numbers each season in a hitter-friendly ballpark. He even finally won an MVP award last year (which is a joke to me since he didn't have a meaningful at bat after Memorial Day, maybe even Easter) in a season where his numbers were nowhere near where they had been in previous years. However, the Rangers pitchers also had to pitch in Arlington, and the fact was that they couldn't keep opponents from scoring more runs than the home nine. Their pitching staff was bad! But I think it was more than that that made the Rangers bad. I will get to my thoughts on that shortly.
Last winter, Alex Rodriguez began to make it known that he was sick of losing. He and Rangers manager Buck Showalter did not see eye to eye. (For an incredible article on Showalter's philosophy and why it didn't mesh well with A-Rod, check John Strubel's Baseball Interactive article from last week.) Normally, a team does not want to get rid of its best player, especially if said player is the best player in baseball (apologize to that Bonds guy). The Rangers wanted to trade Alex Rodriguez and obviously it was for reasons beyond just the money.
There were rumors of him going to Boston for Manny Ramirez and Nomar Garciaparra with other trades to follow. The deal was done but because Rodriguez wanted to take less money ($30 million off his contract), the Player's Association had to approve it, and they didn't. So, Boston fell out of contention for the services of A-Rod. A month later, Aaron Boone tore up his knee playing some pick-up basketball. The Yankees needed a 3B, so they traded Alfonso Soriano to the Rangers for Alex Rodriguez and moved him to 3B, leaving Derek Jeter at SS. The Rangers wind up paying Rodriguez about $140 million for 3 years, and the Yankees will pay him $110 million over 7 years, just a great trade for the Yankees.
The term "addition by subtraction" is probably used to frequently. However, this may prove to be a good trade long-term for the Rangers as well. The Rangers now have additional funds that can be used to lock up some better players in free agency. It doesn't have to be big named players for big contracts, but they can get a number of pieces to help the team. So does that explain the Rangers' 19-12 start this season?
It really doesn't. The Rodriguez trade happened after the big free agent signings. So, the Rangers were unable to be a player in much of the free agent season. But, that's not to say that the team is just simply lucky at this point. There could very well be some substance to this start.
Let's take a look at their standard lineup and how those players are doing:
Michael Young SS (.368/.412/.603, 8 2B, 3 3B, 6 HR, 26 RBI)
Hank Blalock 3B (.321/.372/.573, 11 2B, 2 3B, 6 HR, 23 RBI)
Alfonso Soriano 2B (.325/.365/.468, 9 2B, 3 HR, 23 RBI, 4 SB)
Brad Fullmer DH (.237/.321/.419, 6 2B, 3 HR, 14 RBI)
Mark Teixeira 1B (.211/.375/.456, 2 2B, 4 HR, 10 RBI)
Kevin Mench LF (.312/.347/.505 with 10 2B, 3 HR, 13 RBI)
David Dellucci RF (.325/.376/.571, 4 2B, 5 HR, 16 RBI, 3 SB)
Laynce Nix CF (.333/.380/.653, 6 2B, 5 HR, 16 RBI)
Gerald Laird C (.319/.392/.377, 4 2B, 10 RBI)
The bench has also been very solid. Herbert Perry stepped in when Mark Teixeira was on the Disabled List. Eric Young has played the infield and outfield and hit. Backup catcher Rod Barajas has hit three doubles and three homers in 36 at bats. And, Brian Jordan is just coming back from an injury.
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Buck Showalter is 'old-school'. He doesn't like just sitting around waiting for three run homers. This team can hit, and has potential to hit a lot of home runs. But, they also have guys who just get the job done when given the opportunity. There aren't really any excessively highly paid players in this lineup. It is young guys playing for their playing time. It is low-pay free agents just thrilled to have an opportunity to play. It is a team that does not center on its superstars alone.
This team does have some superstars. Despite his pathetic performance in the playoffs last year, we all know that Alfonso Soriano is a star. Hank Blalock was an All-Star last year. Mark Teixeira is going to be an All-Star many times. Michael Young leads the league in hits, and was incredible playing 2B last year. He exemplifies what this team is all about. He could have been an All-Star 2B had he stayed there. However, after the trade, he went to the manager's office and offered to play shortstop. He continues to hit and play great defense and will probably be an All-Star shortstop this year.
Their free agent signings probably did not even make a ripple in their local newspapers, but they have been good. Brad Fullmer has always been an offensive threat... when he says healthy. David Dellucci is the same way. He was always on Web Gems and played strong defense, but given the chance to play every day, he has shown he can hit. Eric Young has not complained and has played well in the infield and outfield. Teammates say he is the leader in the clubhouse. Brian Jordan has been considered a leader wherever he has been. The man can also hit. He just can't seem to stay healthy.
I said earlier that the term "addition by subtraction" is used too often. To say that the team is better because Alex Rodriguez is no longer with them is not accurate. A-Rod plays hard, and that can not be questioned. Let's look at a few other players for which the term "addition by subtraction" may be more accurate:
Einar Diaz was given a big contract by the Rangers. He was always a good field, no-hit catcher, so again, the contract made no sense. He couldn't hit. For some reason, the Montreal Expos chose to trade for him, and he's not really playing much there either. That was a great trade for the Rangers because Gerald Laird was ready and actually can hit. He was another member of the 2003 Team USA Olympic Qualifying team.
Carl Everett was traded before the end of last season, but he's traditionally not a great 'atmosphere' guy.
Rafael Palmiero has continued to hit home runs throughout the past couple of seasons. However, he has really slowed down, almost become a home run or nothing type of hitter.
Juan Gonzalez always comes up with an injury part of the way through the season. I became really disappointed in him last year because he refused to come off the Disabled List to play. Also, he could have been traded to a contending team, the Kansas City Royals. To me, that says more about Gonzalez than his numbers could ever say. The ironic thing is that he ended up with the Royals this season.
There is no reason to believe that this offense can not remain strong throughout the season. There are good hitters throughout the lineup. Some may not maintain quite their current levels, but others like Teixeira and Fullmer should certainly improve as the season rolls along.
The question that will determine if the team will remain a contender, or will slip to mediocrity is "Can the pitching hold up throughout the season?"
The answer, in my mind, is pretty obvious. No! There is no way this pitching staff can maintain a team ERA of 4.40. Its WHIP will increase from its current 1.40. Opponents will hit better than .265 against them.
However, the pitching staff is improved. To know that Kenny Rogers is the teams "ace" has to be a scary proposition for anyone. That said, he may be the perfect pitcher to lead that young staff. Rogers has never been a numbers pitcher. His ERA is not low, he gives up base runners. This year, he is 4-2 with a 3.54 ERA. But he has averaged almost 7 innings a game in his 7 starts. But he keeps his team in the game most of the time. And again, with this lineup, that may be enough. Rather than trying to make too-perfect pitches, they can be aggressive.
RA Dickey has a good 4-1 record. His ERA is 4.58, but he is averaging 6 innings a start. Beyond that, there are many question marks in the rotation. Will Chan Ho Park ever be really healthy, and if so, can he ever get back to his pre-Rangers numbers? Who will fill the 4th and 5th spots in the rotation? Ryan Drese (2-0, 2.25), Joaquin Benoit (1-0, 4.56), and Colby Lewis (1-1, 4.11) have all had a few chances so far.
If they can get six innings out of there starters, giving up four runs or less, they should have a chance to win because of their offense. Also, their bullpen has been decent. They added a couple of nice pieces to the bullpen. Maybe the key to a post-A-Rod team's success is Jeff Nelson???!!! He was a member of that 2001 Mariners team, and is now a part of the 2004 Rangers! He has pitched in 13 games this year, as has another veteran reliever, Jay Powell. These guys are no longer great set up men, but they are the kind who will do will most of the time, and won't let a bad outing affect them. Carlos Almanzar has been a journeyman the last six years, but he is 3-0 so far.
Francisco Cordero has been spectacular as the team's closer. Thus far, in 12 appearances, he has gone 1-0 with 10 saves.
So, do I expect the Rangers to continue winning over 61% of their games? No. Do I expect then to finish the season at .500? Maybe. I actually can see that, but as you see above, it is entirely dependant on their pitching staff. If their pitchers can be just average, the team will be very successful.
The key to the Alex Rodriguez trade is this though. What will the team do with the available funds in the offseason? This year, they didn't have an opportunity to play in the Hot Stove season. Next year, they will be able to. Clearly, they have done a good job locking up some of their regulars, but for them to make the next step, they will need to get a pitcher or four! They do have a couple of decent pitching prospects, but the rest of fringe pitchers at best.
So there you have it, my thoughts on the 2004 Texas Rangers. Are the Rangers "Better without A-Rod?" I say they are a better team this year without Rodriguez, but it is not because of the A-Rod trade. I do think they are better because of some of the other veteran players they let go after the season. For them to be "Better without A-Rod," they will need to use some of the funds available to them next season.
Last year, I wrote about how much I enjoy following Tampa Bay's Carl Crawford, Rocco Baldelli and Aubrey Huff. The Rangers are now a fun team for me to watch. I enjoy watching Michael Young, Hank Blalock, Alfonso Soriano and Mark Teixeira. They are great players now, and should only continue to improve. If you are a Texan, a Texas fan, or a baseball fan in general, you will want to follow this team.
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The Twins had a much needed off day Monday. After the bullpen had to pitch way too many innings this weekend in Oakland, the team really needs their starters to pitch deep into games. Tonight, they begin a three game set at Metrodome against the Seattle Mariners.
Nick Punto was put on the Disabled List and the Twins purchased the contract of utility infielder Alex Prieto. Prieto was on the Twins roster last year, but after the season, they designated him for assignment and no one claimed him, so he went to AAA Rochester. He started off very slowly, but is now hitting .299, and warrants the call up. However, since he was not on the 40 man roster, the organization had to remove someone from the 40 man roster. They decided to designate lefty Carlos Pulido, meaning that he can be claimed by other teams or traded within the next 10 days. If no one claims him, he could return to Rochester.
Here are the pitching matchups for this series:
Tuesday at 7:10 - Carlos Silva (5-0, 3.43) vs Joel Pineiro (1-4, 7.60)
Wednesday at 7:10 - Brad Radke (2-2, 3.95) vs Freddy Garcia (1-1, 2.11)
Thursday at 12:10 - Johan Santana (1-0, 5.26) vs Ryan Franklin (2-2, 5.05)
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Last night's Wolves/Kings game was one of the toughest sporting events I have ever had to watch. It was awful. What I mean by that is, if you are just a huge basketball fan and want to see a great, exciting basketball game, it was an incredible game. If you are a huge fan of either the Minnesota Timberwolves or the Sacramento Kings, it was hard to watch!
The first quarter started out quite ruggedly. The Wolves held just a 22-18 lead. Ervin Johnson, with 6 points, again helped the Wolves get going. At halftime, the score was tied at 46. The scoring for both teams were very evenly distributed. KG led the Wolves with 10 points (and 8 rebounds). The Kings had played seven players and all of them had scored between 5 and 8 points. With 3:47 remaining in the 3rd quarter, Kevin Garnett picked up his fourth foul. The Wolves held just a 2 point lead. By the end of the 3rd quarter, the Wolves had a 79-69 lead. Garnett had 15 points, 12 rebounds and 5 blocks, but it was Latrell Sprewell, Trenton Hassell and Fred Hoiberg who gave the team the lead. Early in the 4th quarter, Spree took over, scoring 10 quick points and the Wolves had extended to a 15 point lead.
But lets all remember that this is the NBA. I don't care what people think about the NBA, but it's the best players in the world. Combine that with the fact that the officials know where the game is being played and want a close game at the end too, and there is no such thing as a runaway win in the NBA playoffs. With 4:13 remaining, Mark Madsen had a big dunk to get the lead back to 14. However, Peja Stojacovik showed why he is the best shooter in the NBA as he started heating up. The Kings made 5 three pointers in 6 attempts down the stretch. Sam Cassell picked up 5 cheap fouls in about 2 minutes of playing time, so at the end, Darrick Martin was in the game and knocked down 3 of 4 free throws. However, with just 10 seconds left, Peja got away just enough and hit a huge three pointer to tie the game at 104. On the final shot, Garnett got the ball up top and proceeded to stand there until there were three seconds. By the time he did something, it was too late and he didn't even get a shot off.
At this point, I was just cold. My hands were freezing. I was just frigid. It was just an eerie, strange feeling.
Another overtime matchup between the Kings and the Wolves. Would we expect any less? Overtime was back and forth. Peja hit everything he put up for the Kings. The Wolves knocked down their free throws. With 2:34 left, Mike Bibby fouled Trenton Hassell for his 6th foul. He picked up a technical for throwing his headband into the crowd in disgust. Fred Hoiberg, who probably is the Wolves most clutch player, missed the free throw. The Wolves just really struggled to grab rebounds on the defensive end of the court, giving Peja and the Kings too many extra shots.
The Wolves got a turnover with 34 seconds to go, and brought the ball down the court. With just 3 seconds to go on the shot clock, Kevin Garnett got the ball at the foul line and somehow hit a turnaround jumper to give the Wolves a three point lead with just 10 seconds to play. (I am freezing!!!!!!!!!)
With 6 seconds to go, Trenton Hassell wisely fouled Peja Stojacovik to give him 2 free throws, instead of a chance at a three pointer. Peja hit both free throws, cutting the lead to 114-113.
Kevin Garnett received the inbounds pass from Latrell Sprewell. The announcers told us that Garnett just fell, that he wasn't pushed. Ummm... yeah he was. That was totally a foul. 4.1 seconds left, Sacramento ball at half court. This is not good! I want to vomit, but I'm too cold!
To make it even, Trenton Hassell played incredible defense on Peja Stojacovik. Amazingly no foul was called. The Wolves got the rebound and won the game.
What an absolutely amazing game! As a huge Wolves fan, it was so difficult to watch. As a working man who needs to be at work at 8:00, I will need to be at work in less than 7 hours! But, as of now, I am saying that it was so worth it (subject to change mid afternoon!), especially since they came out with the win!!!
With the win, the Wolves reclaimed home court advantage! After the Wolves lost Game 1, so many people had said they were done. But now, the Wolves are back in the lead. Game 4 is now Wednesday night back in Sacramento. Game time is again scheduled for 9:30. That is absolutely ridiculous. It is now 1 in the morning, central time. That's 2 a.m. on the east coast. Who can watch these games? OK, I do, but average fans are missing the Western Conference playoffs because of the time. That's really unfortunate!
Anyway, here are some numbers. For the Wolves, Kevin Garnett led with 30 points, 15 rebounds and 5 blocks. Latrell Sprewell had 25 points, 9 boards and 6 assists. Trenton Hassell had 16 points and 5 assists. He is good at those 15 foot baseline jump shots. Fred Hoiberg played 35 minutes off the bench and scored 14 points.
For the Kings, Peja Stojacovik led with 29 points and 9 rebounds. Doug Christie scored 24 points and grabbed 12 rebounds. Mike Bibby had 19 points and 10 assists. Chris Webber had 17 points and 9 rebounds.
These are just two great teams beating up on each other. The Spurs and the Lakers will continue to beat up on each other. The team that comes out of the East may have a chance this year because of that.
I am guessing that I am making no sense at this point. My mind is gone. That was too incredible a game!
So, what do you did you think of last night's game? Can the Wolves win in Arco again, can they win the series?? E-mail me.
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Blue Lagoon
Bluestone, The Grange, Canaston Wood, Narberth SA67 8DEIt's never too early for your baby to learn to swim. Early lessons lay the foundations for lifelong enjoyment of the water and in the warm surroundings of the Blue Lagoon, an ASA qualified teacher can guide you in how to confidently handle your child through their first stages in the water. It's easy to learn when you are having fun and that's what these lessons are all about.
Queenswood Swim School
Queenswood Enterprises Ltd, Shepherd's Way, Brookmans Park AL9 6NSIt has exclusive use of a fabulous 25m x 4 lane heated swimming pool. The pool has a shallow end which has a depth of 1m , where most 4yr olds can stand, and a deep end of 1.85m, which allows us to teach diving as one of our disciplines. High standards of hygiene and cleanliness are paramount to us, so rest assured this is taken very seriously. All swimmers must wear swimming hats and shower prior to entering the water.
Queenswood Swim School offers lessons to suit all abilities, for children from around 4 to teenage. Lessons are also available for adults, from non-swimmers to advanced, and for those who wish to swim to keep fit. It runs over a period of on average 11 weeks during the Autumn, Spring and Summer school terms. The classes are 30 minutes in duration.
For further information please email or contact the above number.
Chadderton Swimming Club
25 Springwood Avenue, Chadderton, Oldham, Greater Manchester OL9 9RRWe aim to provide a variety of great value for money events and activities to assist a full and healthy lifestyle.
Activities for children and young people, activities for people living with a disability, a wide variety of Group Fitness Classes, help with healthy lifestyles, swimming lessons, racket and team sports, SPIN® cycle group classes, venue hire plus entertainment all come within the range of what we do.
Our aim is to work co-operatively with partner organisations to offer the best range of leisure and cultural facilities for local communities.
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Water Safety is an important life saving skill and we believe every child should learn to swim. Our classes are held weekly in a really warm pool and small groups. Each swimming lesson lasts 30 minutes; you can choose to book either a course of 5 or 10 swimming lessons.
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Baby and children's swimmming classes in: South London, West Londond, South Croydon and Manchester
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Bell's Sports Centre: Hay Street, Perth, PH1 5HS (01738) 492460
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Live Active Letham: Tweedmuir Road, Letham, Perth, PH1 2HJ (01738) 633130
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Our swimming classes are provided by highly qualified teachers in our own superb indoor swimming pool complex, situated in Horndean Hampshire. We promise that your child's swimming class will never have more than four other children in and will always be the only class in the pool at any one time.
We are an ASA Approved Teaching Centre, all our courses being run in line with the ASA National Development Plan for Swimming in the UK.
At Rusalka you will be amazed at the rate of your child's, or your own, progression!
By the way, we also offer award winning underwater photography and video services completely in-house too!
Location: Horndean, Portsmouth
Using our tried and tested techniques and our very progressive structured plans, children go on to swim independently much earlier than they may have done in other lessons. Training for instructors begins with them achieving their STA or ASA full teachers. Our in-house tutors then deliver a challenging but comprehensive 5 day training programme that includes the STA Baby & Pre-School qualification. Instructors will go on to teach all levels from birth to competitive swimming covering the National and International Plan for Teaching Swimming. Continued professional development is important and Instructors attend CPD seminars annually in addition to be regularly assessed.
Our lessons can tend to be more expensive than a lot of other swimming lessons but parents who participate in our lessons tell us they are worth every penny. We invest heavily in training only the best instructors to teach your little ones and the pools we use are carefully selected for their suitably to ensure your baby's comfort safety and enjoyment. We love what we do and the way we do it shows we are totally committed to making your time with us memorable.
Through carefully structured training, babies can be taught life saving skills such as turning onto their backs or, following a sudden submersion, swimming to the nearest solid object. They grow familiar with what it feels like to fall into water, so that should they ever accidentally fall in they are far less likely to panic and drown. And our results speak for themselves. In the last three years alone, at least ten of our tiny clients have saved their own lives as a result of the skills they learnt at Water Babies – and five of them were just two years old at the time. Water Babies has the only baby/toddler swim programme that is accredited by the ASA (the Amateur Swimming Association) and which links directly to the National Plan for Teaching Swimming. Our teachers have either achieved or are working towards the brand new ASA Diploma in Pre-fundamentals in Baby Swimming.
Water Babies classes run in Aylesbury, Hemel Hempstead, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Buckingham, Banbury, Towcester, Brackley, Coventry, Brandon, Kennilworth, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Meriden. We can't wait to hear from you so for further details please call 01295 709221 or email email@example.com or visit:
MXT Swimming School
MXT provide a fast track programme with one-to-one teaching as well as group sessions.
Each child is treated as an individual and we progress them at their own pace according to their ability.
Water confidence is nurtured by ensuring that structured lessons are fun and playful while encouraging two-way communication between teacher and child. Swimmers will achieve the highest standard of strokes to equip themselves with the skills required to enjoy all water-based activities.
Intensive swimming courses are also available during all school breaks.
Medina Leisure Centre
Fairlee Road, Newport PO30 2DXThe business has been built using the philosophy that 1-1 tuition is the best possible way to learn swimming. We teach all ages to learn to swim and perfect their stroke technique as they progress. This method of teaching ensures we can cater for everyone's specific needs. POOLSKOOL provides swimming lessons in Surrey and encourages people of all ages and abilities to learn to swim. We teach kids usually from preschool upwards but will take younger on request.
We now have our own development squad for the more able swimmers from POOLSKOOL.Please see the link below for more details.
Careful vetting of like minded instructors - all of whom are ASA /STA qualified - ensures that the success she has achieved in the past will continue.
We now work 7 days a week and have a staff of around 20 instructors. The lessons are taught weekly or you can book an intensive holiday course. If you are looking for swimming lessons in Surrey please contact us.
The lessons are delivered by highly qualified teachers in a safe and fun environment at three venues in and around Bristol.
At Old Down Manor we provide swimming lessons for Adult learn to swim, adult and baby, toddler, preschool and school age children.
We cater for Non-swimmers up to Improver level in this small, private pool within the Manor house.
Individual lessons, pairs and small groups of 4 are available here.
In Clifton and Westbury-On-Trym in Bristol we provide classes of up to 8 participants covering all levels of swimming; Non-swimmers, Beginners, Improvers, Advanced and Pre-competition. The Non-swimmers and Beginners classes have a teacher and an assistant in the water with the class.
Adult Learn to swim and Adult Swim fit are also available in Clifton.
Please register for more information by visiting our website and completing an online registration form. Alternatively please phone 0117 9798266.
- Spectrum has a magnificent complex of four pools with a variety of sessions for beginners and splashers, to serious swimmers and divers. Visit our Leisure Pool with fun features including Flumes, Bubble Beds, Wave Machines and Sprays.
- Tenpin Bowling - 32 lanes that incorporate a computerised scoring system and automatic pin-setting equipment.
- An Olympic sized ice rink - A range of sessions, open to all, including Ice Disco's, Parent and Toddler Skate and Family Time.
- Jump aboard Specky's Pirate Ship for four storeys of safe soft play.
- Comprehensive programme of swimming courses for both adults and children.
- Birthday parties to remember for your child! We can offer a party to suit all age groups and interests.
- Spacetacular Kid's Club especially for 4 -10 year olds – offering discounts on various activities.
- A wide range of food and refreshment is on offer with 4 eateries and 2 licensed bars.
Not only does the program focus on teaching babies and young children to swim, it also promotes pre-natal and post-natal fitness and provides you with an excellent toning workout, endorsed by personal trainers! Our classes are fun and sociable for everyone.
Taught in warm water pools to ensure everyones comfort, your child will learn essential life saving skills, whilst developing emotionally and physically.
Swimming classes for babies and toddlers offered in: Maidenhead, Windsor, High Wycombe, Langley, Farnham Royal and Great Missenden
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Tel: (01883) 344355
Facilities include a four-lane swimming pool offering fun sessions and tuition, gym, studio and café. Our sports hall is available for children's activities, club hire and casual use. We also organize great children's parties.
Tandridge Leisure Centre: Hoskins Road, Oxted, Surrey RH8 9HT
Tel: (01883) 716717
Facilities include a four-lane fitness pool offering tuition, lagoon style pool with slide and water features, gym, sauna and steam room, studio and café. We also organise great children's parties.
Our sports and culture development teams offer termtime courses in arts, drama and dance as well as offering exciting opportunities to improve your skills in sports like football, basketball, cricket and trampolining.
Our holiday activity programme is packed full of exciting things to do during the school holidays.
Splash learn to swim is a carefully designed fast-track children's swimming course for beginner swimmers that are happy in the water without one to one assistance, with or without floatation devices. Splash learn to swim has two different levels; one for beginner swimmers and one for more intermediate swimmers.
We have an exemplary health and safety record, we're Ofsted and CSSIW registered and we accept all childcare vouchers. Splash runs from 8.30am-9am (beginners) and from 9am-9.30am (intermediates) over the course of a full week.
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Through carefully structured training, babies can be taught life saving skills such as turning onto their backs or, following a sudden submersion, swimming to the nearest solid object. They grow familiar with what it feels like to fall into water, so that should they ever accidentally fall in they are far less likely to panic and drown. And our results speak for themselves. In the last three years alone, at least ten of our tiny clients have saved their own lives as a result of the skills they learnt at Water Babies – and five of them were just two years old at the time.
Water Babies classes run in York, Harrogate, Ripon, Bridlington and Hull. For further details please call 01904 607110, email email@example.com or visit:
Holding your baby in water will help to stimulate the natural movement of their arms and legs and at Baby Swimmers, we teach the parents to take their baby under water from the very beginning.
Baby Swimmers runs classes for babies and toddlers up to 4 years old in York, Pocklington, Harrogate, Leeds and Bradford and follows Starfish, the official water safety programme for babies through the STA. There are 6 awards throughout the series with the aim of concentrating on 1 Starfish award per 10 week block, it should therefore take just over a year to achieve all six and then your babies can move on to a more advanced award programme.
So why not come swimming, be safe and have fun and teach your baby the enjoyment of water.
Swimming Lessons
Poolside Manor prides itself on the quality of swimming services it offers, from term-time tuition for children and parents & toddlers to holiday crash courses.
- Small class sizes
- extended shallow end to build beginner confidence
- purpose-built poolside viewing gallery for spectators
- outstanding water quality heated to 31 + degrees
Multi Activity Day Camps
Poolside Manor has a rich history of providing top quality multi-activity day camps for children aged 3 to 11 every single school holiday.
Children are served up such a range of sports, arts and crafts activities, dance, drama, games, trips and visiting performers, they're likely to find new activities and new friends every week and every day!
Parties with a difference
Poolside Manor Pool Parties are famous all over for the lasting enjoyment they bring.
Parties take place on a Saturday and Sunday afternoon, each lasting 2 hours
- Exciting pool games followed by free play session
- Disco music with giant inflatables
- Dry games in our activity hall
- Parties are suitable for children enjoying their 5th birthday upwards.
Location: Lyndhurst Gardens, Finchley, London N3 1TD
Patterson's Penguins
- Fully Qualified Teachers - ASA/NPLQ
- Small Groups (Max 6)
- Non-Swimmer Groups (Max 4)
- Stroke Technique/Snorkelling/Diving/Rookie Lifesaving/Water Skills
- Private one to one or two to one
Crash courses also available during all school holidays excluding Christmas at the Mall School.
Princess Royal Sports Complex
Wellington School, South Street, Wellington TA21 8NTWe offer a wide range of sports and non-sporting activities for children and adults throughout the year including:
Kids Camps - Exciting Adventure Camps and Multi-Activity Days run during school holidays
Go-Kart Party - Go Karting party fun for all ages
Rubberducks - Swimming classes for babies, toddlers and children
Aqua Swim School – Swimming classes for babies, toddlers and children
AST Swimming classes – Swimming classes for babies, toddlers and children
Cricket Academies and 1-2-1 coaching - Quality cricket coaching for year olds and upwards
AB Performing Arts - Theatre school offering drama, dance & singing for children 8-18
Martial Arts - Tae Kwondo, Karate and Jujitsu classes for 5 years to adults
Wellington Fencing - Classes in epee, foil and open fencing for 13 years to adults
Wellington Whirlwinds -Trampolining for 3 years to adult
Junior Gym - for 13-15 year olds
Visit our website or contact us for full details.
Aqua Style Swimming School
Northwood and BusheyQualified and patient teachers are in the water with beginners.
Established in 1993, we at Aqua Style are enthusiastic in teaching swimming to children from the ages of 6 months up to and including adults in very small groups or One to One. All our teachers are fully qualified and experienced.
Weekly Term Time lessons and Holiday Crash courses for babies, toddlers, children and adults take place in Northwood Middlesex and Bushey Hertfordshire.
For further information please email or contact the above number.
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Web: www.aquaswim.org
We always take pride in ensuring the quality of every activity remains at its highest; but never forgetting the fun factor! Our experienced coaching team will help your child to develop a new or existing skill in a fun and safe environment.
Camps and activities include:
- Archery
- Climbing
- Fencing
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Multi-Sports Day Camps
- Netball
- Trampolining
- Family Fun Swim
- Swimming Lessons/Stroke Improvement
- Birthday Parties (Climbing, Football & Swimming)
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Address: de Havilland Campus, Hatfield Business Park, Hatfield, Herts AL10 9EU
Run by a fully qualified instructor, all lessons operate to the highest standard and run in line with the National Plan for Teaching Swimming. We aim to teach swimming through fun and play so children love learning to swim! All lessons are held in privately owned pools that offer a warm and safe environment. Because we feel it is important that all children feel a real sense of achievement, badges are regularly awarded for every stage completed.
Visit our website for full details or contact us to book your lessons.
Products available all year round;
- A comprehensive baby swimming range including - Babywarma™ Wetsuits, Poncho Towels, Paddler Pools Socks, Baby changers and lots more
- Swim Nappies - One size AquaNappies and NeoNappies™ (these are worn over regular swim nappies to give a double layer protection)
- Sun Protection Clothing - from 6 months including Sun suits, Hats, T-Shirts & Shorts, PLUS a longer sleeved range for even more protection.
- Konfidence Jackets & Floatsuits - helping children learn to swim with adjustable buoyancy and fun bright colours.
- Shortie Wetsuits, Warma™ Wetsuits, Beach Shoes & Micro Neo T-Shirts
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Visit us on-line today and see all the fantastic lines we have to offer.
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Trinity Square, Chelmsford, CM3 5JUHeights Leisure Centre
Broadway, Sandown PO36 9ETBlackwater Leisure Centre
Park Drive, Maldon, CM9 5URTwo Riversmeet Leisure Centre
Stony Lane, Christchurch, BH23 1HWWaterside Pool
Esplanade, Ryde PO33 1JASouthend Leisure & Tennis Centre
Garon Parkm, Eastern Avenue, Southend-On-Sea, SS2 4FAThe Brentwood Centre
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- 2 swimming pools providing both casual and teaching sessions.
- Children's Holiday programme running every holiday offering a variety of sports, art and young persons activities. Fully supervised.
- Sports Courses in football, badminton, squash, trampolining and volleyball to name a few.
- Club2K1 Friday evening gym club promoting a healthier lifestyle for 12-16 year olds.
- Junior circuits and Junior Yoga courses available.
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Beachfront aparthotel with calming spa services
Within easy reach of Indian Beach Park, Mount Sinai Medical Center, and Scott Rakow Youth Center, this Miami Beach aparthotel is located by the ocean and set on the beach. Local attractions also include Normandy Shores Golf Club and Concord Shopping Plaza.
Property Features
Spend the day relaxing on the beach or pampering yourself at Design Suites at Castle Beach's full-service spa.
Room Amenities
LCD televisions include cable channels. Guestrooms also feature beds with pillowtop mattresses, kitchenettes, and complimentary wireless Internet access.
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- The property is undergoing renovations. The following areas are affected:
- Elevator
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Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:- Business facilities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Recreational facilities
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
Design Suites at Castle Beach Amenities
- General
In addition to a full-service spa, Design Suites at Castle Beach features an outdoor pool and a health club. The aparthotel offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the aparthotel's bars, which include a beach bar, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. An Internet point is located on site and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This 3-star property offers access to a business center and a meeting/conference room. Event facilities include a ballroom and banquet facilities. This Art Deco aparthotel also offers a spa tub, a sauna, and a steam room. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A total renovation of this property was completed in May 2013.
Design Suites at Castle Beach has designated areas for smoking.
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Spa tub
- Health club
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Total number of rooms - 110
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Number of floors - 18
- ATM/banking
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Tour assistance
- Ballroom(s)
- Banquet facilities
- Elevator/lift
- Bar/lounge
- Beauty services
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Business center
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Express check-out
- Full-service health spa
- Grocery store
- Hair salon
- Internet point
- Computer station
- One meeting/conference room
- Free parking
- Free parking (limited spaces)
- Free guest parking during stay
- Rooftop terrace
- Terrace
- Beach bar
- Poolside bar
- Room service (limited hours)
- Snack bar/deli
- Private beach - direct access
- Pool sun loungers
- Swim-up bar
- Concierge services
- Express check-in
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Designated smoking areas
- Beach/pool umbrellas
- Grocery/convenience store
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Laundry facilities
- Free valet parking
- Luggage storage
- Year Built 1964
- Security guard
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Spa services on site
- Internet
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet
- Parking
Free parking, Free guest parking during stay, Free valet parking, Free parking (limited spaces)
- Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Cooking facilities
- Refrigerator
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave
- Daily housekeeping
- Hair dryer
- Extra towels/bedding in room
- Iron/ironing board
- Window opens
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Climate control
- Kitchenette
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate dining area
- Extra towels/bedding
- Private bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Shower/tub combination
- Beach view
- Connecting / adjoining rooms available
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- Down comforter
- Down blanket
- Pillowtop mattress
- Signature bedding
- Water view
- City view
- Ocean view
- Pool view
- Clock radio
- In-room safe
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- iPod docking station
- Kitchen linens (dishtowels, sponges, etc.)
- Stovetop
- Cable TV service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Dining
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8 AM and 11 AM.
Rococo - This poolside family restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Afternoon tea is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
- Recreation
An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club, a sauna, and a steam room.
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Boating nearby
- Rowboats nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Golf - driving range nearby
- Dock nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Rowing or canoeing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Tennis nearby
- Running track/path nearby
- Sports center nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals on site
- Yoga classes/instruction on site
- Snow kiting (kite boarding) nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Swimming on site
- Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa, Russian and Turkish baths. Services include massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body scrubs
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Mud bath in spa
- Sauna in spa
- Courtyard view from spa
- Massages
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Turkish bath/Hammam in spa
Design Suites at Castle Beach Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-in time ends at midnight
Special check-in instructions:
Arriving guests should ask for a valet parking ticket then proceed to the security desk to check in, obtain keys, and have the parking ticket signed. Valet parking is complimentary (gratuity not included).
- Check-out
Check-out time is 10 AM
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
- Pets
Pets allowed, Pet policy - dogs and cats only, Maximum number of pets per room 1, Pet maximum weight in lb is 20
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
Early departure fee charged
24-hour check-in
Caters to couples
Caters to families
Caters to groups
- Fees
- The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Valet parking fee: USD 1 per day
- Early check-in fee: USD 50
- Late check-out fee: USD 50
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Additional Details
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the aparthotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. A resort fee is included in the total price displayed. Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.


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I recently participated in Selfridges' mystery shopper programme, run by ABA Research. The deal is - and it's a crafty one - Selfridges runs its mystery programme in such a way that typical cost-to-business-research is actually a boost to sales.
I originally came across the programme when trying to find a product online. It was a no-brainer to apply, as I'd be shopping there anyway.
Years ago in the States I took part in these shops frequently. It's an easy way to make a tenner, especially if you were planning a visit anyway. And in those programmes, making a return was part of the overall shop.
Not so with Selfridges, who cleverly leave that step out of their method. They also set up a number of hurdles, each making it less and less likely that the mystery shopper will be able to buy something they actually wanted in the first place.
The process:
- apply to be a shopper
- when confirmed, apply for a specific date range to shop (over a weekend, for example)
- within that date range, a store is specified
- within that store, a department is specified
- within that department, a small group of concessions is specified
If you know Selfridges, you know it has floors upon floors packed out with countless concessions - and each could fit into your average living room. That means they wanted a small flat's worth of floorspace analysed - if that.
As I went through the process, I realised that there was a very slim chance I'd be able to use the mystery shop to buy what I wanted.
Wait, you say, it all evens out, right? I could go, buy my item, do the shop, and still get that promised tenner applied to my shop (it's all going and coming from the same wallet, after all).
But as I mentioned, in addition to the above hurdles, making a return isn't a part of the mystery process.
The questionnaire is detailed and long, and must be completed and submitted within 24 hours of the shop. Given the trip and the questionnaire time, I wasn't being paid minimum wage, all told. And that's if I had returned the lovely Ted Baker flatcap I purchased.
To recap, Selfridges gets:
- a visit
- a sale (balanced possibly by a return)
- a nice chunk of 'human' data about their store
And all for a tenner, which is likely just a 'discount' toward whatever I bought and didn't return. Basically it gave Selfridges a better chance of making an additional sale, and all in the name of performance testing.
Well done there, but is it done online as well as on the high street? Why not take it online? I suppose it's harder to justify, as monitoring and checks on customer service standards are readily available.
But if you have a monitoring programme that more than pays for itself - yes, I'm making assumptions here, but I doubt Selfridges would advertise so openly if it didn't - why not set it up and get that incremental boost in sales and quality human feedback?