Lifting more than weights: Finding a lifeline in weightlifting

Published: 8 April 2022

For Jared, what started as an experiment to find a hobby where he didn’t have to hide that he was trans, turned into a lifeline for looking after his mental wellbeing. Weightlifting has helped him through depression and PTSD.

More than a game

Published: 5 April 2022

Julie shares how for her, Squash is about so much more than activity. Playing the sport, she has met a group of friends who are always there to support each other through the ups and downs of life.

Bushcraft and gardening brings new confidence to Hampshire pupils

Published: 30 March 2022

A bushcraft club and gardening activities brought new confidence and inspiration to The Chamberlayne Academy. The school shared what they've achieved with these initiatives through the Opening School Facilities project.

Active Partnerships: our collective response to the war in Ukraine

Published: 16 March 2022

Last week, Active Partnerships from across the country came together to discuss how we can play our part in responding to the horrific crisis unfolding in Ukraine.

Shuffling forward: Dance and my mental health

Published: 10 March 2022

When Jasmine found out she was Dyslexic and Dyspraxic as a child, dance was the one thing to lift her spirits. Throughout her life it has been the thing to support her through tough times with her mental health.

International Women’s Day Story Telling Event

Published: 4 March 2022

This international Women’s Day we’ve partnered with Touch to bring you a live storytelling event in Southampton.

Rediscovering table tennis from a wheelchair

Published: 3 March 2022

For Simon, losing his legs to diabetes completely changed his life. His first operation spurred a return to a sport he loved as a child. He shares how playing table tennis has kept him going through both amputations.

Opening School Facilities project helps children with ASD enjoy being active.

Published: 14 February 2022

Cranbourne school have launched a fitness club with the help of the Opening School Facilities project to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to be active. We spoke to the school to find out the impact the club has had.

Project 500 Champions women working in Physical Activity and Sport

Published: 8 February 2022

We recently recruited three Project 500 Community Champions to help women working in Sport and Physical Activity. The champions will also encourage women who are helping others to be active to seek support.

Girls fun club impacts pupils lives for the better

Published: 25 January 2022

With the help of Energise Me’s Open School Facilities Project, Nine Acres Community Primary school launched a Girls Fun Club. The club had a great impact on Daisy*, with her confidence and attendance improving.