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Active Antz Sessions For Little Adventurers!

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Active Antz Sessions For Little Adventurers!

Looking for a fun, engaging way to keep your little ones active? Our Active Antz  sessions are the perfect mix of play, movement, and learning through adventure! The sessions are designed to help  young children to build confidence, coordination, and social skills whilst engaging with other little ones, in a safe and exciting environment.

Click on the flyer and get the kids bouncing this half term! 

Session information

How to book

Spaces are limited so make sure you don’t miss out and get the little ones signed up for fun. 
 
You can book:
  • Via the QR code or by clicking on the flyer above
  • Via the Everyone Active app or website
  • Or in centre!

Sessions are only £3.45. On your first go you’ll receive a loyalty card – get 5 stamps and get the next session FREE!

Join Our Regular Seated Aerobics Class, Bringing Movement, Connection & Confidence to Older Residents Across Westminster

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Join Our New Seated Aerobics Class - Bringing Movement, Connection & Confidence to Older Residents Across Westminster.

Since launching in January, more than 120 participants have taken part in ActiveWestminter’s 50+ activities programme, with residents enjoying everything from Pilates, Boccia, and Badminton to Table Tennis and Seated Aerobics.

Designed to help older adults stay active, social and connected in a welcoming and supportive environment, the sessions have already become a much-loved part of the community calendar, with participants praising the friendly atmosphere, inclusive activities and positive impact on both and physical and mental wellbeing. 

Movement, laughter, community and connection – staying active has no age limit

“It’s been wonderful to have Pilates and Aerobics available. I love them. They’ve really benefitted me enormously. Thanks!” – 67 year old female participant

“Very positive sessions. I can do more than I thought I would be able to. It has given me confidence to continue” – 66 year old male participant

Following some of the fantastic feedback and growing popularity of the programme, the Seated Aerobics sessions are now running on a regular basis every Tuesday at 11pm at our Little Venice Sports Centre site for residents aged 50+.

These sessions are a great way to improve mobility, boost confidence, meet new people and enjoy movement in a fun accessible way, proving that stating active is for everybody at every age.

Join in on the fun via the website or Everyone Active app

Edutain Camps Are Back This May Half Term With Big Energy & Fun Vibes!

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Spring Into Fun This Easter With Edutain & Edutain+ Holiday Camps!

Looking for half-term plans? We’ve got you.

ActiveWestminster’s Edutain and Edutain+ school holiday camps are back once again with action packed days of sport, movement, creativity and feel-good fun to keep the May half-term boredom at bay. 

Fun, friendship and new adventures

Our school holiday camps are all about keeping young people active, creative and having fun in a safe, supportive environment. 
  • Open to children aged 8-13 (Edutain) and 8-16 (Edutain+)
  • A mix of sports, team games, creative activities and confidence building fun
  • Opportunities to make new friends, try new things and stay active over the school break
  • Free spaces available for eligible families, ensuring the camps are accessible for all

Edutain Camps Details

Edutain+ Camps Details

Edutain camp dates:

Designed for children aged 8-13 The Edutain camp run from Tuesday 26th May to Friday 29th May between 10:00am to 3:00pm at the following locations:

  • Location 1: Academy Sport, Torquay Street W2 5EW
  • Location 2: Community Centre (Under Morgan House), Lillington Gardens, SW1V 2LF

*BOOKING IS REQUIRED*

For more information or to book, call Ryan Denys on 07956 956167 or email ryan.denys@sportwestminster.org

Book Edutain @ Academy Sport
Book Edutain @ Lillington Gardens

Edutain+: Inclusive holiday fun without limits

Edutain+ is designed to ensure even more young people can enjoy the benefits of staying active, social and engaged during the school holidays in an inclusive and supportive environment. Tailored for young people aged 8-16 with additional needs, the sessions focus on accessibility, confidence-building and creating positive experiences where everyone feels welcome, included and able to participate. Sessions will run between Tuesday 26th – Friday 29th May between 10:00am to 3:00pm, at Academy Sport, Torquay Street W2 5EW

*BOOKING IS REQUIRED

Book Edutain+

For more information or to book, call 07891 386 688 or email leonard.lionel@sportwestminster.org

Brought to you by our trusted delivery partners SportWest – www.sportwest.org.uk

More Than A Tournament: Celebrating the Legacy of Sydney Lawrence

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More Than A Tournament: Celebrating The Legacy of Syndey Lawrence

Join us for the Sydney Lawrence Cup at Academy Sport from 12:00 – 7:00 p.m for a powerful day of football, community and remembrance delivered by ESP Foundation.

Marketing 10 Years since his passing, the event celebrates the life, impact and legacy of OG Sid – brining together the young people he inspired, the adults he coached and the may people whose lives he touched through football and community. 

Celebrating a legacy that still brings people together

But this is about more than what happens on the pitch. Expect competitive matches, music, food and an incredible atmosphere as families, friends and local residents come together to celebrate connection, mentorship, ad the lasting impact that Sydney Lawrence left behind.

Whether you knew him personally, were coached by him or simply want to support a brilliant community event. everyone is welcome to be part of the day.

To get more information and secure your tickets click on the flyer above or the button below.

Be Part of Something Epic

If you would like to support further through volunteering or donating, please email: info@espfdn@gmail.com

April’s ActiveWestminster Weekend Brought The Energy – And August’s Is Set To Be Even Better!

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April's ActiveWestminster Weekend Brought The Energy - August's Is Set To Be Even Bigger

Westminster came to life with movement, community spirit and seriously good vibes, as more than 10,360 residents got involved in April’s Active Westminster weekend, which took place on on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th April.

From packed fitness classes and family activities to competitive sport and brand-new sessions, communities across the borough came together to move more, try something new and have fun doing it.

This edition introduced exciting new activities across Westminster, including Slam Jam Basketball at Church Street Community Leisure Centre, Boccia and Bowls at Little Venice Sports Centre, Active Antz at Moberly Sports Centre, Body Combat at Porchester Centre and hugely popular Rollerskating sessions at Queen Mother Sports Centre. 

The Unity in the Community Football Tournament also brought the heat, with 49 young players across 7 teams competing in an electric atmosphere full of skill, teamwork and community pride. Our winning teams were as follows:
  • Under 16s – London Capitol
  • Under 14s – London Eagles

Whether it was young people trying a new sport, families getting active together or residents rediscovering  local facilities right on their doorstep, the weekend proved once again that ActiveWestminster is all about bringing communities together through movement. 

Save The Date

The next ActiveWestminster Weekend takes place on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd August, promising even bigger community vibe, more activities, and another unforgettable weekend across Westminster.

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Keep an eye on our website and social channels for programme updates and full activity details, or join our mailing list to stay in the loop.

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Confidence, Inclusion And Smiles All Round At Westminster’s First SEND Swim Gala

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Confidence, Inclusion And Smiles All Round At Westminster's First SEND Swim Gala

On Friday 15 May, Queen Mother Sports Centre was full of smiles, cheers and growing confidence as Westminster hosted it’s very first schools SEND Swim Gala.

Delivered in partnership with Panathlon Challenge, the event welcomed pupils from College Park School and Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee School for a fun and inclusive day of races, team challenges and water based activities designed to help young people with special needs and disabilities build confidence in the pool

A brilliant day of teamwork, encouragement and young people building confidence in and around the water

More than just a gala

For many participants, the gala was about much more than just swimming. It was about trying something new, feeling included and enjoying the calming sensory benefits the water can provide. 

A huge thank you goes to the teachers and school staff who brought amazing energy and support throughout the day, alongside the team at Everyone Active Queen Mother Sport Centre for helping create such a welcoming and inclusive environment.

As a pilot event, the gala provided valuable learning opportunities and a brilliant foundation to build on for the future – and after such a positive first edition, we’re already excited for what next year could bring!