How I’ve used karate to support myself and others

Published: 10 September 2021

Nigel shares how karate has supported him through difficult times, allowed him to fundraise and been an important part of his life.

Ringwood school and Bowls club come together to support pupil’s development

Published: 6 September 2021

In Ringwood, a secondary school and bowls club have come together to help pupils build confidence and aid personal development all whilst playing Bowls. We spoke to the school and the club to find out more about the project.

Top Tips for engaging and involving young people in your activity

Published: 25 August 2021

Following the launch of the Me & Activity report earlier this year, Youth Project Manager Emma explores what activity providers, clubs and leisure centres can do to engage and involve more young people.

Learning to love myself through basketball

Published: 17 August 2021

Growing up Patricya was aware of being different. She was a tall tomboy and felt she stood out playing netball. After seeing how inclusive basketball teams are, she realised it was the sport for her.

How physically active are we in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight?

Published: 5 August 2021

New We Can Be Active insight explores local activity levels and highlights stubborn inequalities in physical activity and sport.

Finding a community through gentle exercise after surgery

Published: 5 August 2021

Gloria shares how having a knee operation led to her start gentle exercise at Active Nation. She has found a sense of community and camaraderie that has kept her going through the loss of her husband.

New strategy invites local people to re-imagine physical activity

Published: 28 July 2021

We Can Be Active is a joint mission to inspire and support active lifestyles so we can all be active in a way that suits us.

How your stories have inspired us to be active

Published: 19 July 2021

People often think that because we promote active lifestyles we must all be super sporty. The truth is, we struggle to be active sometimes too.

A mother’s love for cricket and the safe space it gives her disabled sons

Published: 15 July 2021

For Becky and her family, cricket has become so much more than just a sport. It’s a safe space where they can be themselves and feel supported.

Southampton celebrate one year till Women’s EURO 2022

Published: 14 July 2021

Southampton is excited to welcome UEFA Women's 2022 football tournament to the city next year. Tuesday 6th July marked one year until Women's Euro 2022 begins with games starting in Southampton on 7th July.