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*April Round Up*
It has been another busy month for the Active Charnwood team but an immensely rewarding one. With our four Steady Steps: Falls Prevention classes starting, the team have been out in the community supporting with the participant assessment in readiness for the 24-week programme which has now started!
We have attended community events, completed a Pickleball Leadership Course with our colleagues at Fusion Lifestyle, attended networking events to discuss Active Travel opportunities in Charnwood, offered Staff Health MOT checks for Charnwood Borough Council staff, supported walks with the ESOL group, worked with SENSE and Loughborough college to lead their physical activity sessions for disabled children, and much more!
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Zoe and Andy - Active Charnwood
*Connecting Communities Event*
In April the team joined a range of community organisations at Limehurst Academy for the Connecting Communities Event. The team chatted to parents, young people and other local organisations about how to access positive physical activity opportunities in their community.
We always relish the chance to attend events where we can connect with the residents of Charnwood and understand the barriers to physical activity that people may be facing and work with them to find suitable options.
Thank you Limehurst Academy, Public Health, the People Zones and the Violence Reduction Network for organising this brilliant event.
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We are hiring
*We are hiring! *
Do you want to join a passionate and motivated team who are dedicated to improving the lives of Charnwood residents? Active Charnwood are recruiting an experienced fitness instructor to deliver our exciting new Active Ageing Programme!
You can find the full job description and information about how to apply here. [
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If you have any questions about the role, or would like an informal conversation before applying, please contact Will Blanche on 01509 634966 or will.blanche@charnwood.gov.uk.
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Pickleball
*Pickleball *
Pickleball is the racket sport sensation that is sweeping the nation! The fastest growing sport in the USA has made its way across the pond. A cross between tennis, badminton and ping pong, it is played on a badminton sized court with a low net. It is an inclusive game without a steep learning curve (it was originally created for families!), great exercise, easy to pick up, and huge fun!
That is why Nancy from Active Charnwood, and Steph and Sophie from Fusion Lifestyle, completed their Pickleball Leadership Certification last week, qualifying them to lead Introduction to Pickleball sessions in Charnwood. Pickleball sessions currently run at Sileby Tennis & Pickleball Club [
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Steady Steps
*Last few spaces remaining on our Steady Steps Programme*
Assessments have started for participants on our Steady Steps courses this April. Steady Steps Falls Prevention is a 24- week programme tailored to those who have previously fallen or worry about falling and is designed to help improve balance and stability.
We have 3 places remaining on our Loughborough Leisure Centre course, 1 place left for our Shepshed and 4 places have become available at John Storer House in Loughborough. Please reach out to us as soon as possible if you would like to be considered for the last few places.
Our next set of courses will begin in October. Please email us at active.charnwood@charnwood.gov.uk to express your interest!
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ESOL
*ESOL Activities Continue*
As the weather has improved, Active Charnwood’s Sam, and Idverde’s Ranger Sam took the Loughborough College ESOL group to The Outwoods for an Easter Walk. Ranger Sam taught the group about the history and nature of the woodland and showed them the beautiful bluebells. We are lucky to have so many fantastic green spaces in Charnwood. To learn more about Charnwood’s parks and open spaces click here. [
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LOOKING AHEAD
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Buggy walks
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Parent and baby classes
*Maternal Mental Health Week*
This week is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, a campaign organised by The Perinatal Mental Health Partnership, dedicated to talking about and raising awareness about mental illness while pregnant or after having a baby. The Perinatal Mental Health Partnership are dedicated to signposting to support for all mums and families and focus on advocating for those affected by Maternal Mental Health, to access the information and help they require to enable recovery.
Find out more about here. [
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If you are looking for physical activity opportunities for you and your little one, there are two Active Mum’s Buggy walks taking place in Charnwood, one in Loughborough and one in Rothley. You can find out more about The Active Mum’s Club here. [
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If you’d like to start your week with studio, sports hall and buggy fit activities with your child at Loughborough Leisure Centre. These sessions run every Monday from 10:30 - 11:30. Please contact the reception team to book your place today on 01509 611080. [
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National Walking Month
*National Walking Month *
May is National Walking Month, and it is time to celebrate all things walking! Did you know that Active Charnwood support 13 weekly, 1 fortnightly and 3 monthly Wellbeing Walks? These are all 30 - 90-minute, beginner friendly walks, that offer an opportunity to improve your fitness, meet new people, and prioritise your mental wellbeing. These walks include Nordic Walks, Mindful Walks, Networking Walks, Walks for adults with learning disabilities, and more.
Find out more about our Wellbeing Walks here: active-charnwood.org/guided-walks [
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I am also delighted to share that a new Wellbeing Walk will be held on Wednesday 15th of May in Birstall! Join our fantastic Walk Leader Dipak for a gentle walk around the beautiful Watermead Lake. There is no need to book, please just turn up and everyone will be welcome. This will begin as a one-off event, but we hope to make this a weekly occurrence. Watch this space!
Are you interested in leading a Wellbeing Walk in your local area? Our partners Walk Together regularly run Walk Leader Training courses and we can offer practical support and resources to help you get started. For more information, please contact us on 01509 634 673 or at active.charnwood@charnwood.gov.uk.
Keep an eye on our social media accounts this National Walking Month to find out more about walking in Charnwood.
Walk This May
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MHAW 2024
*Mental Health Awareness Week *
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 will take place from 13 to 19 May, on the theme of “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”.
Movement is important for our mental health. But so many of us struggle to move enough. We know there are many different reasons for this, so this Mental Health Awareness Week we want to help people to find moments for movement in their daily routines. Going for a walk in your neighbourhood, putting on your favourite music and dancing around the living room, chair exercises when you’re watching television – it all counts!
To see a range of activities available in the local area this week please click here. [
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For wider information about Mental Health Awareness Week, you will find a multitude of resources here. [
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Further information can also be found on Mind’s webpage here. [
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Equality Action
*Equality Action Fayre*
Active Charnwood and a wide range of Charnwood service providers will be at the Health and Wellbeing Event at Loughborough Wellbeing Centre on the 23rd of May, 11am – 2pm. Pop in for a chat about physical activity, the programmes that we offer, or anything else health and wellbeing related! We would love to meet you.
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Couch 2 5K
*Couch to 5k*
Active Charnwood colleagues past and present, Sam, Kerry, Katherine and Matt (and Bruno the dog!) got together at the weekend to enjoy the Beacon Hill Park Run and then some well-deserved coffee and cake! (It is all about balance right?)
If you would like to feel confident in your ability to take part in Park Run, sign up for Active Charnwood's Couch to 5k programme which starts next week! This programme culminates in a graduation event at one of the 3 fantastic Park Run locations we have in Charnwood, Beacon Hill, Watermead Park and Dishley.
Start your running journey now by signing up here. [
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Couch 2 5K
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Community
*Community Grants *
Charnwood Community Grants 2024/2025 are NOW OPEN for applications!
Are you part of a voluntary sector organisation or community-led project in Charnwood? Find out if you are eligible for a range of grants that could offer you the support you are looking for!
The links below provide more detailed information on each of the community grant programmes:
Charnwood Community grants: Find out more:
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Charnwood Facilities Grants: Find out more:
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Charnwood Small Community Grants: Find out more:
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Uni research
*Loughborough Research *
Loughborough University [
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If you are interested in participating, to register your interest click here
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School Games
*School Games Volunteers*
School Games are looking for volunteers for the 2024 School Games at Loughborough University from 29th August to 1st September 2024!
*About the School Games National Finals 2024*
The School Games National Finals 2024 is a multi-sport event for the UK's elite athletes of school age and the aim is to create an inspirational and motivational setting, that not only provides our elite young sports people with the opportunity to thrive and perform at the highest levels but encourages more young people to take part and succeed in sport.
The competition provides the opportunity to experience multi-sport events like the Olympic and Paralympic Games and Commonwealth Games.
*This is where you come in!*
The School Games National Finals 2024 would not be possible without volunteers.
For the event to be delivered successfully, School Games need approximately 200 volunteers who will act as representatives for the event. School Games are looking for friendly, outgoing and reliable volunteers to fulfil a variety of roles including venue volunteers, team attaches and games services volunteers. The work can vary from working on the ticket desk, supporting the athletes, providing spectator support, and many other duties.
For most roles, no specific experience is required as training (including safeguarding training) and briefings will be provided to ensure you are fully prepared for your role and responsibilities. You will also be required to complete the relevant checks.
*Registration*
Volunteers need to be 16 or over. As School Games are looking to recruit a large number of event volunteers, they would value your support in volunteering and helping to make the School Games National Finals 2024 happen.
You can apply here. [
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If you have any questions about anything covered in this newsletter, please email us on active.charnwood@charnwood.gov.uk
or call 01509 634673.
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