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One Step at a Time with ActiveWestminster: Global Wellness Day 2025

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One Step At A Time with ActiveWestminster: Global Wellness Day 2025

This Saturday 14 June, we’re joining the worldwide movement to celebrate Global Wellness Day, a day dedicated to living well, feeling better, and embracing healthier habits for life.

Global Wellness Day is a not-for-profit initiative celebrated across more than 170 countries with a simple but powerful message:
“One day can change your whole life.” This year’s theme is all about taking a moment to #ReconnectMagenta – reconnecting with yourself, others, and the world around you through movement, mindfulness and small lifestyle changes.

At ActiveWestminster, we believe in the power of community wellbeing and the small everyday choices that make a big difference – whether that’s joining a local walk, attending a fitness class, volunteering, or taking time to recharge in one of Westminster’s parks and open spaces.

7 Steps to a Healthier You

This year’s Global Wellness Day encourages everyone to embrace these 7 easy steps for a more balanced life:

  1. Walk for an hour
  2. Drink more water
  3. Avoid plastic bottles
  4. Eat healthy food
  5. Do a good deed
  6. Have a family dinner
  7. Sleep at 10pm

How You Can Get Involved

  • Join a local wellbeing walk
  • Explore free or low-cost activities with Everyone Active
  • Take a moment for mindfulness in one of our green spaces
  • Try something new with our ActiveWestminster programme

Ready to start your wellness journey? Let Global Wellness Day be the motivation to take a small step toward better wellbeing for your body, your mind, and your community.

Step Into Wellness

Local Athlete And Champion Of The Future Retains World Muay Thai Title

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Local Athlete and Champion of the Future Retains World Muay Thai Title

We’re delighted to share some fantastic news that highlights the power of community support and the impact of our youth development programmes.

Kimani Wilmott, one of our talented Champions of the Future athletes, has successfully defended his World Championship Muay Thai Kickboxing title in Thailand.

Kimani, a local Westminster resident, trains regularly at North Paddington Youth Club and has become a role model for young people in the area. His success is not only a testament to his dedication and hard work but also a reflection of the support provided by the Champions of the Future programme, which helped fund his journey to the Championships through a bursary, alongside community crowdfunding efforts.

This remarkable achievement underlines the importance of investing in young athletes and creating pathways for local talent to thrive on the world stage.

Kimani is one of many outstanding individuals supported by the Champions of the Future programme, and we look forward to celebrating more success stories like his in the future.

Congratulations, Kimani, you’ve made Westminster so very proud!

 

Be a Future Champion

Step Into Summer: Become A Wellbeing Walk Leader During Great Outdoors Month

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Step Into Summer: Become a Wellbeing Walk Leader During Great Outdoors Month

June is Great Outdoors Month – a perfect reminder to step outside, get active, and enjoy the green spaces across Westminster. In celebration, ActiveWestminster, in partnership with Everyone Active, is inviting local residents to become Wellbeing Walk Leaders and help others experience the physical and mental health benefits of walking outdoors.

As a Walk Leader, you’ll be trained to plan and guide safe, inclusive and enjoyable walks for residents and visitors. It’s a fantastic way to connect with your community, promote healthy living, and make the most of Westminster’s outdoor spaces — all while gaining valuable skills.

Upcoming FREE Training Sessions:

Everyone Active is offering fully funded online training sessions to get you certified and confident in leading your own group walks.

  • Tuesday 27 May – 6pm to 8pm
  • Wednesday 25 June – 1pm to 3pm
  • Thursday 10 July – 10am to 12pm
  • Monday 4 August – 1pm to 3pm

Leading the Way to a Healthier Community

Great Outdoors Month is all about celebrating nature and movement. Becoming a Walk Leader now is a great way to encourage others to spend more time outside, stay active, and feel good — all while helping build a more connected and healthier community.
 

Let’s walk together for health, for community, and for the joy of the outdoors

To find out more and sign up, email CarjezBryan@everyoneactive.com

Train to Lead

Counting Down To The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Just One Year To Go!

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Counting Down To The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 - Just One Year To Go!

Mark your calendars for 12th June 2025, the official one-year countdown to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 begins!

We’re thrilled that London will host key moments of this global event, including the semi-finals and finals, bringing the excitement of top-tier women’s cricket right to Westminster

Ticket Alert

Once registered, fans now have the chance to purchase tickets for the first four matches that have been released, offering a fantastic opportunity to secure your place early and be part of the action.

Join the Celebration to:

  • Witness world-class women’s cricket at iconic London venues
  • Support the growth of women’s sport and inspire future generations
  • Enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere around this landmark event

 

Keep checking back with us for the latest updates on ticket sales, match schedules, and local events celebrating the Women’s T20 World Cup.

Don’t miss out – the countdown is on!

Register Your Interest

Let’s Talk Health. Let’s Take Action – Men’s Health Week 2025

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Let’s Talk Health. Let’s Take Action – Men’s Health Week 2025

This 10–16 June 2025, ActiveWestminster and our leisure partner Everyone Active are joining the nationwide effort to mark International Men’s Health Week – a week dedicated to improving men’s physical and mental health through small but powerful actions.

With this year’s theme, “Healthy Habits, Healthier Men,” we’re focusing on how regular check-ups, physical activity, and open conversations can help men lead longer, healthier lives.

Why it Matters

  • 1 in 5 men die before the age of 65
  • Men are less likely to seek help for mental health issues
  • Most serious health problems are preventable with early action

What you can do

  • Get checked: Don’t delay important health screenings
  • Get active: Even 30 minutes a day can make a difference
  • Get talking: Mental health is health; talk about it

Join Us for a Free Activity Day

As part of this important week, Everyone Active is offering a FREE activity day at selected Westminster leisure centres. From gym sessions and swimming to climbing and fitness classes, there’s something for everyone, especially men looking to kickstart a new routine or just try something different in a welcoming environment.

You can also access the Men’s Health Forum’s ‘Eat Well, Feel Better’  guide for simple tips and tricks on how to manage your nutrition for better health.

It’s never to late to become the happiest, healthiest version of you.

We’re here to make that as easy as we can.

Take Your First Step Today!

Westminster Celebrates Lifelong Volunteers’ Week: Thanking Those Who Make A Difference

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Westminster Celebrates Lifelong Volunteers’ Week: Thanking Those Who Make a Difference!

This Volunteers’ Week (2–8 June) is a time to recognise, celebrate, and inspire, as people across the UK give their time to strengthen communities. Here in Westminster, ActiveWestminster is proud to partner with Westminster Connects to launch our Volunteering Programme, designed to amplify the impact of volunteering in sport, leisure, and beyond.

About Westminster Connects

Set up at the start of the COVID‑19 pandemic, Westminster Connects brings together residents who want to help with people who need support—such as shopping, gardening, or companionship. It’s a vital platform that connects volunteers with vulnerable community members and local charities

ActiveWestminster Volunteering Programme

Launched in partnership with Westminster Connects, our programme is tailored to:

  • Support local clubs and organisations in posting and promoting volunteer roles.
  • Provide a central platform for sport and physical activity volunteering across Westminster.
  • Encourage individuals who live, work, study, or visit Westminster to discover and register for relevant opportunities

This means whether you’re passionate about coaching, event support, inclusivity in sport, or outdoor projects, there’s a role for you—and it’s all managed through a single, easy-to-use system.

Programme Aims & Benefits

  • For volunteers: Gain practical skills, build confidence, meet new people, and improve wellbeing—all while making a meaningful contribution.
  • For clubs/organisations: Get “volunteer ready”, reach committed helpers, and access training and support including London Volunteer Management Charter standards

Celebrate During Volunteers’ Week

Volunteers’ Week is the perfect time to – it’s not too late: 

  • Say thank you to the many dedicated volunteers supporting ActiveWestminster.
  • Showcase diverse volunteer stories which inspire others to get involved in community sports and activities.
  • Strengthen our local fabric, reinforcing community spirit and collective wellbeing.

Get Involved

Curious to help out or want to find the right fit? Here’s how:

  • Register with Westminster Connects to explore opportunities in sport, education, companionship, and more.
  • Sport-specific roles (e.g., coaching, event support) will be tagged and promoted via ActiveWestminster.
  • Contact our team at active@westminster.gov.uk for any questions about the programme
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