Archives for 3 September 2025

Sports, Smiles & Community Spirit: ActiveWestminster Weekend Highlights

Sports, Smiles & Community Spirit: ActiveWestminster Weekend Highlights

On the weekend of 30 and 31 August 2025, Westminster City Council, in partnership with Everyone Active, proudly hosted the ActiveWestminster Weekend where residents of all ages came together to explore our Westminster Leisure Centres.

Residents of all ages enjoyed an action-packed ActiveWestminster Weekend, with opportunities to explore local sport and leisure facilities and take part in a wide range of activities.

With over 10 sessions on offer—including badminton, swimming, tag rugby, children’s bouncy castle sessions and gym inductions—the weekend was designed to encourage people of all ages and abilities to get active, try something new, or revisit an old favourite.

A highlight of the weekend was the Unity in the Community tournament, which brought together around 110 children and young people across 14 teams and 4 age groups. For the first time, the tournament proudly welcomed an all-girls team, marking an exciting milestone for the event.

The atmosphere was made even more special with the attendance of the Lord Mayor of Westminster, who presented medals and trophies to the winning U14 and U16 teams.

Well done to all participants for an inspiring tournament and very well-deserved congratulations to the winners of each category:
  • 16s – London Capitol 
  • Under 14s – Warsa FC 
  • Under 12s – London Tigers 
  • Under 10s – Warsa FC

The ActiveWestminster Weekend is a bi-annual event, fast becoming a highlight in the local calendar that everyone looks forward to. We can’t wait to welcome the community back for the next edition in spring 2026.

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Bursaries Available to Boost Your Skills Development in Sport & Physical Activity

Bursaries Available to Boost Your Skills Development in Sport & Physical Activity

Do you live, work, study, or volunteer in Westminster’s communities?

Now’s your chance to enhance your skills, achieve new qualifications, and make a positive impact on healthier, more active lives in Westminster.

Westminster City Council’s ActiveWestminster Skills & Training Programme offers a fantastic bursary scheme to help you take the next step toward your goals. With funding of up to £2,500 available, you can pursue accredited and certified courses to grow your expertise in sport, physical activity, leadership, health, and wellbeing.

Who Can Apply?

This bursary is open to:

  • Those aged 16+ who live, work, study, or volunteer in the City of Westminster.

  • Individuals earning under £21,000 per year or currently unemployed.

  • People committed to supporting Westminster’s communities and helping create healthier, more active lives.

What Does the Bursary Cover?

The funding covers up to 80% of course fees (you’ll contribute the remaining 20%) for a wide range of qualifications in Sport & Physical Activity.

Applications are accepted throughout the year, giving you the flexibility to start when it suits you best. 

Please note: Only one application can be submitted per person each year.

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Not yet sure about a career in Sport, Leisure and Physical Activity?

Then download and read our quick guide giving you 5 tips on how to develop a career in the industry.