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Sport For Confidence Open Day at Queen Mother Sports Centre Friday 6th Sep

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Sport For Confidence Open Day at Queen Mother Sports Centre Friday 6th S

SAVE THE DATE
 
Sport For Confidence are holding an OpenDay in Westminster on Friday 6th September 11am -1pm and we can’t wait to share a series of free taster sessions with you!
 
Location
Queen Mother Leisure Centre
223 Vauxhall Bridge Road, Westminster SW1V 1EL
 
FREE TASTER SESSIONS
Come along to meet our team and find out more about our Sport for Confidence services in Westminster. Plus, FREE taster sessions of Boccia, Gentle Exercise and Racket Sports!

All abilities welcome!

sfc open day

For further information, please email info@sportforconfidence.com or contact Occupational Therapist Jennifer Brookland on 07355 093142.

New Alfred Road Inclusive Playground Opens on Friday 30 August

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New Alfred Road Inclusive Playground Opens on Friday 30 August

The works to rebuild the Alfred Road Playground (W2) and make it inclusive are now finished.
 
From Friday 30 August, the playground will be open for kids of all abilities to play together.
 
The renovation of the Alfred Road playground aims to bring it back into use for the community, promote wellbeing and encourage an active lifestyle. The new inclusive playground is designed with systems and components of both traditional and conventional technology , creating an environment for all children to play together in a rich and engaging way.
 
This is the first fully inclusive playground in Westminster and we are so excited about it.
 
 
Designed and built by Playscheme
 

Come along and join the fun!

Alfred road poster square

For any information or query, please use our Contact Us page or email active@westminster.gov.uk

New Women Only Gym Sessions at Porchester

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New Women Only Sessions at Porchester Leisure Centre!

From 30th of August our programmable zone located on the 2nd floor will become a Women Only Gym.

The sessions’ capacity is 15 people, so check out the slots available and ensure to book it. 

Please remember that a Health Commitment Statement and an Online Induction must be completed before the start of your session.

Porchester Leisure Centre
Queensway
London W2 5HS
020 7221 6118

new women only gym

This will be a private, safe and friendly space that can be used for any type of workout. A female member of staff will periodically check on exercisers and be on hand for assistance.

3 days left to Apply for the Network Activity Funding – Deadline 25 August

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3 Days Left to Apply for the Network Activity Funding Round 2 - Deadline 25 August

Round 2 of Applications for Network Activity Funding Support are closing this Sunday 25th August 2024 just before midnight.

Don’t miss your opportunity to get funding of up to £1000 to assist with a new health & wellbeing physical activity community project or upscale an existing one.

Project Delivery From: October 2024 – March 2025

Network partners & their projects must fulfil certain criteria in order to be awarded funding support.

Network Funding websitetwitter round 2 CLOSING DATE

Full details of this can be found here: https://active.westminster.gov.uk/network-project-funding/

Women-Only 1v1 Street Basketball Tournament 21 August

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Women-Only 1v1 Street Basketball Tournament 21 August

Are you ready to show your skills on the court? Do you want to compete with other talented young women in a thrilling street basketball tournament? If you are under 17 or under 20, this is your chance to shine!

On Saturday, 21 August, Melita Emanuel-Carr is hosting a street basketball tournament for women only taking place at the Queens Park Gardens W10 4QH.

FREE entry!

The tournament will start at 4pm and end at 7pm.

This is 1v1 tournament is organised by Melita Emanuel-Carr, top team GB international player. The event aims to provide any player a great opportunity to have fun, make friends, and challenge yourself in a friendly and supportive environment. Whether you are an experienced player or a beginner, you are welcome to join us and enjoy the game. Street basketball is not only a sport, but also a culture, a lifestyle, and a way of expression.

Don’t miss this chance to be part of something amazing!

We are rooting for you!

basketball tournament

Celebrating Olympic Silver

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Celebrating Olympic Silver!

Congratulations to Bianca Williams and the 4×100 relay team!
 
Brilliant performance from each of the athletes composing the TeamGB 4x100m relay who sprinted their hearts out in an exhilarating race, securing the silver medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
 
This is a remarkable achievement by any means and one of the best performances by one of our Champions of the Future athletes. It is an absolute pleasure and the team made us proud!
You are all such inspiration!
GB silver medal

Visit our dedicated page if you want to know more about our Champions of the Future programme.

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