Good Reads

Keeping Sport Safe

Published: 4 October 2023

Sarah volunteers as a Safeguarding Officer at her local rugby club. Having a background in education, she has always been involved in shaping safeguarding practices. We asked her what she does to engage others in this conversation.

Leading By Example

Published: 20 September 2023

To celebrate National Fitness Day 2023, we got up and active in our workplace, setting an example by taking part in a daily 10k walking challenge, dancing in the office, and sharing what inspires us to be active.

4 Historical Walks in Hampshire

Published: 16 August 2023

Hampshire is well-known for its sites of historic interests. All around the county there are free opportunities to immerse yourself in paths of the past.

3 Underused Spaces Which Are Now Thriving Places

Published: 19 July 2023

Physical activity doesn’t always need a state-of-the-art new build facility, sometimes it just needs a change of perspective. These individuals or organisations saw a forgotten space as an opportunity for activity…

Opening Facilities During Teacher Strikes

Published: 13 July 2023

When teacher strikes began earlier this year, Winchester based boxing coach, Rocky, decided to open the gym to young people who couldn’t go to school. He created a safe space and an opportunity to get some physical activity in their day.

Inspiring Young People To Be Active

Published: 23 June 2023

The Hampshire School Games took place on Thursday 22nd June with 1300 pupils attending from 120 schools across Hampshire and Isle of Wight.

The Power of Bold Leaders

Published: 21 June 2023

A kundalini class, hosted by Alla for Ukrainian refugees, made such an impact on four women’s lives that they have stepped forward to become instructors themselves. This is the story of how one person can make a difference.

A speaker stood at the front of a room, with a presentation behind them. People are sat at round tables watching.

Momentum Over Perfection

Published: 8 June 2023

We celebrated two years of the We Can Be Active Strategy with three inspirational stories from across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

A Step in The Right Direction

Published: 31 May 2023

May is National Walking Month, and one Hampshire resident, Colin, has been walking at least 15,000 steps every day! Now, he's sharing what his motivations were and how he achieved this.

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