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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! 

Find Your Calm This Mental Health Awareness Week

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Find Your Calm This Mental Health Awareness Week

This Mental Health Awareness Week, ActiveWestminster is creating more opportunities to pause, reset and prioritise your wellbeing.

Across our centres, we’re offering supportive spaces and wellbeing-focused sessions designed to help you feel calmer, more focused and more connected, both physically and mentally.

Quiet Gym Sessions

Our Quiet Gym sessions provide a calmer, low-sensory environment for anyone who may find busy gym spaces overwhelming. These dedicated sessions are part of our commitment to making fitness more inclusive and accessible for everyone.

Members and pay-as-you-go customers can enjoy full gym access in a more relaxed atmosphere, helping you move at your own pace and feel more comfortable while exercising.

Check the timetable below to find a Quiet Gym or session that suits you.

Sometimes, a little less noise and a little more breathing space can make all the difference.

Breathwork & Mindfullness Sessions

We’re also partnering with Everyone Active to deliver guided breathwork and mindfulness sessions using simple, science-backed techniques designed to support emotional wellbeing.

These sessions can help you:

  • Reduce stress
  • Improve focus
  • Feel more balanced and present

Each session focuses on one of three wellbeing themes:

  • Reconnect
  • Gratitude
  • Regulate & Focus

Sessions are available at:

Find out more about the sessions here: Everyone Active Breathwork Sessions

Play, Train, and Thrive: Exciting Improvements Coming To Paddington Recreation Ground Soon!

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Play, Train, & Thrive: Exciting Improvements Coming to Paddington Recreations Ground!

We’re excited to announce a major upgrade to our outdoor facilities, designed to create an even better space for everyone to play, train and be active.

A full refurbishment of the Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) and outdoor gym will soon be underway, to be delivered by the amazing the wonderful team at Play Innovation, commissioned by Westminster City Council in partnership with Everyone Active. These improvements will bring refreshed, high quality space that support everything from casual games to dedicated workouts.

A green notice with black text to notify residents of works at the MUGA and outdoor gym at PRG
A green notice with black text to notify residents of partial closure of the Athletics track due to works at the MUGA and outdoor gym at PRG

Schedule of works

Refurbishment works are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 5th May and will last approximately 4-6 weeks, depending on weather conditions. During this period the Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) and outdoor gym will be fully closed to ensure that works can be carried out safely and efficiently.

Athletics track access restrictions

The athletics track will be partially closed at times to allow safe access for building operatives , delivery of materials, the removal of waste. These measure are in place. In light of this the track will be closed:

  • Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
We appreciate that this may cause some disruption to your usual routine and appreciate your patience while these improvements take place.

The result will be a refreshed and revitalised space, ready to support more activity, more energy, and more opportunities to get involved. We can’t wait to welcome you back to enjoy it.

Thank you for your ongoing patience and support as we continue to improve & create better spaces for everyone to enjoy.

Unity in the Community Spring Edition 2026: One Pitch. One Community

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Unity in the Community Spring Edition 2026: One Pitch. One Community

The pitch is calling! Get ready for one of the standout moments of the ActiveWestminster Weekend. That’s right all you fancy foot work legends, it’s time  for you to show us what you’ve got.

As part of ActiveWestminster Weekend – a borough wide celebration of FREE activities taking place across our leisure centres in Westminster, Unity in the Community, our  high energy football event brought to you by the team at Everyone Active in partnership with ActiveWestminster returns for another high-energy day of football, connection, and community.

Taking place at Paddington Recreation Ground on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 April, this annual event that runs during the Spring and Summer seasons, brings together players and residents of all ages for a day build on teamwork, inclusivity and electric energy.

Sign up, show up and be part of something epic!

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A Tournament That Brings People Together

Unity in the Community is about more than what happens on the pitch, it’s a celebration of what sport can do. It’s a day of bringing people together across the community, celebrating inclusion and diversity and creating opportunities to connect through sport with something for everyone to get involved in.

Mixed Football Tournament: Sunday 12 April between 11am – 4pm

At the heart of the day is the mixed football tournament, a fast paced, inclusive competition, welcoming players from across Westminster and beyong.

Open to mixed gender teams, it’s a chance for young players to:

  • Compete and Connect
  • Show their skills at our state of the art pitches
  • Be part of something bigger and represent their community

Whether you are playing to win, or just for the love of the game, or just coming along to support, expect great football and even better energy on and off the pitch.

Girls Football Festival: Saturday 11 April between 1 – 3pm

Running alongside the main tournament is The Girls ONLY Football Festival, a dedicated space for young female players to get involved.

Starting with a fun skills session, followed by non-competitive friendly matches, it’s all about:

  • Building confidence
  • Trying something new
  • Enjoying the game in a supportive and safe space.

It’s all about building confidence, having fun, and encouraging more girls to get involved in footballUnity.

The Pitch is Set, Now it’s Your Turn to Make Your Move.

Swim, Splash and Smile Into Easter: FREE Adult And Child Swimming This School Holiday

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Swim, Splash And Smile Into Easter: FREE Adult And Child Swimming This School Holiday

Looking for a fun, active way to keep the kids busy this school holiday?

With an ActiveWestminster Card (You must apply for and get one before booking a swim session), children living in Westminster can swim for FREE when accompanied by an adult at one of our leisure centres with pools. 

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Make this Easter half term one to remember. Swim, splash, and smile with ActiveWestminster!

Why make swimming part of your Easter plans?

It’s fun, accessible, and packed with benefits, the perfect way to burn of all that Easter egg energy, and break up the holidays while building confidence in the water.
  • Build essential water confidence and life skills
  • Stay active with a fun, full body workout
  • Boost mood, energy and overall wellbeing 
  • Enjoy quality time together

Check eligibility and rules

  • One free adult per qualifying child.
  • Free swim session times vary by leisure centre – check websites for details.
  • Children under 8 must be supervised in the water by an adult (18+), with a maximum ratio of two children to one adult.
  • Participants must register for the ActiveWestminster card in advance. All children must be residents to quality for the scheme.
  • All swim sessions must be pre-booked. Wristbands to be collected at reception.
  • Available Monday – Friday, from 10am to 4pm during school holidays (times may vary by pool).

Ready to jump in?

Sessions are running throughout the Easter holiday period and booking one is simple! Each sessions is one hour long, and times vary by pool, please check beforehand to avoid dissapointment .

There are more ways to get in the water. Explore our full range of swimming offers.

Swim Offers

Last Chance To Become A Champion Of The Future – Apply By Midnight Tonight 25 March

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Last Chance To Apply To Become A Champion Of The Future - Apply By Midnight Tonight 25 March

It’s your final chance to be recognised, supported and take your performance to the next level

Time is almost up. Application for the ActiveWestminster’s Champions of the Future programme close tonight at midnight and this is your final opportunity to be recognised as one of Westminster’s rising sporting stars.

Make sure you take advantage of this amazing opportunity delivered to you by Westminster City Council, in partnership with Everyone Active and Kings College London. 

Step in to your future

Champions of the Future isn’t just about funding, it’s a platform to elevate your sporting journey to the highest level. 

Selected athletes will gain access to the support, recognition and development opportunities needed to push their performance further and unlock their potential.

You get access to:

  • Funding support to help you train and compete at an elite level
  • Access to mentoring and athlete development opportunities
  • Official recognition as on of Westminster’s future sporting champions

Application criteria and process

Athletes accepted on to the scheme are selected based on their sporting success and the level at which they compete

To be considered for the programme applicants must:

  • Live, study or work in Westminster
  • Be registered with a National Governing Body affiliated club

and either:

  • Be ranked in the top 20 at a regional competition in the current year (2024- 2025), or
  • Be a member of a regional squad (age band to senior) with regional squad results in the current championship year (2024 – 2025).
For more information about the process, the benefits and how the Champions of the Future application is linked to the Everyone Active Sporting Champions programme visit our dedicated page by clicking the button below. 

The window for applications is now open until Friday 25th March 2026. 

To be considered for the Champions of the Future programme, you must first make an application for the Everyone Active’s Sporting Champions programme. Apply now using the link below.
Apply By Midnight!

Don’t miss your moment. Opportunities like this don’t come around often. If you are competing at regional level or above, now is the time to take the next step.

Want to know more about the process?

Then visit our dedicated Champions of the Future Programme page to learn how it all works.