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Stepping to the Beat 2024 Edition – Another Exhilarating Day of Walking, Wheeling, Jogging and Running

Stepping to the Beat - the 3km walk, jog or run event left us wanting for more

Stepping to the Beat  is a 3km jog, run or wheel event for residents with learning disability/autism, families and support workers.

The 12th edition this year took place on Monday 24th June in the usual Regents Park and it left us wanting for more. The annual 3km jog, walk or wheel is an event specially designed to include residents with learning disability/autism, families and support workers to be active and go outdoors.

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The course is set to 3km that participants can walk, run or wheel while playing instruments and sounds. The event, in its consecutive 12th year, is an inclusive and welcoming event that encourages those with physical and learning disabilities to be more physically active. The event includes making sounds and noises as we go through the park. The Beat is contagious. The atmosphere, soul lifting.
 
Stepping to the Beat was developed and directed by Claudia Linton, Care Manager – Planning & Information Coordinator from the Westminster Learning Disability Partnership Adult Services.
 
This event has quickly become a celebration, a life-affirming, music-based event the Adult Social care team and the Sport, Leisure and Active Communities team in Westminster City Council are massively proud of.

If you would like more information, please email Claudia Linton

Experience the London Youth Games Finals Festival!

Save the Date! Experience the London Youth Games Finals Festival 2024!

Join over 6,000 Londoners descending on iconic Olympic and Paralympic legacy venues for an incredible festival of sport from 28th-30th June 2024, It’s a weekend not to be missed!

Why attend?

Across the weekend you will get to:

  • Support your borough and cheer on your local teams as they compete!
  • Explore and try exciting new sports and activities. It’s your chance to discover new passions and talents!
  • Meet and Greet Athletes. Last year, Olympic champion Christine Ohuruogu, boxer Jordan Thompson and Team GB Hockey star Tess Howard met and inspired attendees! 
  • Gain access to and experience three iconic Olympic and Paralympic venues and feel the legacy of London 2012
  • Learn about opportunities to join sports sessions across London. You can also discover how to get involved in coaching, youth leadership, and volunteering across London. Be part of something bigger than yourself and make a difference in your community!

Be the first to receive news and updates about the LYG Finals Festival 2024! Register your interest today!

Be hot weather smart: Keep cool, stay hydrated

Be Hot Weather Smart: Keep Cool, Stay Hydrated

hot weather advice

Be hot weather smart: Keep cool, Stay hydrated.

  • Wear loose, light colour clothes.
  • Cover your head with a hat.
  • Apply sunscreen regularly.
  • Avoid to stay long under the sun.
  • Cool down by going indoors or in a shady area to avoid getting a heatstroke.
 
If exercising, it’s better in the early hours or late evening, avoid midday when the sun is at its strongest.
 
Be hot weather-savvy and keep safe.

Find out more on how to keep safe during a heatwave on the NHS Heatwave Information webpage

Sports Day Schedule Track Closure in Paddington Recreation Ground – Week 24th Jun

Sports Day Schedule Track Closure in Paddington Recreation Ground - Week 24th Jun

 
Sports Day Schedule for week commencing 24th June
  • Tues 25th June: 10:00-12:00
  • Weds 26th June: 10:00-14:00
  • Fri 28th June: 09:00-15:00
During this time the track and facilities within it will be closed to the public. Please make use of our other facilities during these times.
 
Please contact Paddington Recreation Ground for more details.

Empowering and accessible sessions of Bowls for the blind and visually impaired!

Join the empowering and accessible sessions of Bowls for the blind and visually impaired!

Taking place every Thursday 2-5pm at Paddington Sports Club in Castellain Road W9 1HQ.
 
Playing bowls is good for you! Specially as a way to keep active and healthy. Bowls is open to everyone as it offers several health advantages such as increased physical fitness, enhanced dexterity and proficiency. 
 
Come along every Thursday at Paddington Sports Club and try it out. You will be surprised as it is a perfect session to be physically active, socialise and have a great time.
 
Bowls is fun and bowls is for everyone!
 
Give it a try!😉
 

VISUALLY IMPAIRED BOWLS 2024

Kickboxing sessions at Churchill Gardens Youth Club stoping for a summer break

Kickboxing sessions at Churchill Gardens Youth Club stopping for a summer break

 
The kickboxing sessions run by Hurdles2Hoops and taking place every Tuesday from 5.30 to 6.30pm at Churchill Gardens Youth Club will stop for the summer from 17 July to 6 August 2024.
 
SESSIONS WILL RESUME ON AUGUST 13th.
 
Enjoy the break!
Plenty of things to do this summer so keep up to date and don’t forget you can use the great range of parks and opens spaces in Westminster to keep active. 

Find out more about other sessions that you can attend locally through our Neighbourhood Sports Club programme by clicking the button below.