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Champions of the Future Programme 2026 – Applications NOW OPEN!

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Champions of the Future Programme 2026 - Applications NOW OPEN!

Calling all our talented athletes in Westminster! It’s your time to shine!

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. 

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Step up, stand up and see if you qualify

The ActiveWestminster Champions of the Future programme supports dedicated athletes competing at regional level and above, while encouraging them to inspire young people across Westminster.

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. 
 

How to apply

The window for applications is now open until Friday 20th 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 Now

Want to know more about the process?

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

Netball Squad Trials 2026: Game On Westminster

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Netball Squad Trials: Game On Westminster

Think you’ve got what it takes? Westminster Netball Trials 2026 OPEN March 2026! This is your chance to earn a place on a representative squad and compete at regional level. 

Whether you are playing for a school, college or club, this is your opportunity to step up and represent Westminster. 

Two trials dates to choose from:

  • Saturday 7th March 2026, 12 – 1pm
  • Saturday 14th March 2025, 12 -1pm

Location: Academy Sport, W2 5EW

The next level starts here

Hungry to raise your game? The trials are open to ambitious netballers, ready to compete, commit and grow. We’re on the hunt for players who are driven, disciplined and have team first mentality on and off the court.
 
All you have to do to take advantage of this amazing opportunity is book your trial by choosing from one of the dates above and completing the booking form.

This is more than a trial, it’s your pathway to sharper skills, stronger performances and bigger opportunities.

For more information, please contact Angela on aemanuel@westminster.gov.uk

Network Activity Project Funding Applications NOW OPEN!

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Applications for the Network Activity Project Funding are now Open

As of today Monday 9th February 2025, ActiveWestminster Network partners are invited to submit a proposal for funding support of up to £2000.

This funding can be used to support a new health and wellbeing community project or to upscale an existing one. 

Submission Deadline: Sunday 16th March 2026 at midnight 

Project Delivery Timeframe: April 2026 – March 2027

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you on the link below.

Learn More

Everyone Active Joins Forces With Red Sky Foundation For Restart Heart Day 2025

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Everyone Active Joins Forces With Red Sky Foundation For Restart A Heart Day 2025

Did you catch our lovely team from Everyone Active at Victoria Station a couple of weeks ago? They were out there giving demonstrations and practical CPR training for #Restartaheartday on Thursday, 16 October, as part of a joint initiative with Red Sky Foundation.

Over 100 passersby and commuters got involved, learning a new skill or improving on an existing one, with many feeding back how impactful and helpful the demonstrations were. 

CPR is a vital life skill, and you never know when you might need it. For someone in cardiac arrest, the chances of survival can double or even triple if CPR is administered immediately. You can find out more about CPR on the British Heart Foundation site.

Level up your skills

If this is a skill you want to learn, make sure you keep an eye out for our Skills and Training Programme First Aid Course.  This year’s courses have now finished; however will be running the next iteration in February 2026. 

Skills and Training Programmme

This program is open to anyone who lives, works, or studies in Westminster; however, we aim to prioritise staff and volunteers of an ActiveWestminster Mark-accredited organisation, as well as individuals who face significant cultural and socio-economic barriers to personal and professional development.  

The Skills and Training programme offer comprises three categories which include:

  • Offering free foundation training
  • Signposting to further training opportunities and,
  • Accessing a training bursary scheme

To find out more click on the button below

Level Up Your Skills

Porchester Centre Centenary Open Day: Join Us For A Celebration To Remember!

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Porchester Centre Centenary Open Day: Join Us For A Celebration To Remember!

That’s right! We’re getting ready to celebrate 100 years of community, health, and swimming, and we want you all to join. Next Thursday, 6 November, we will be hosting an open day event at the Porchester Centre, to celebrate this monumental milestone, and it would not be the same without you, our wonderful residents.

Find out all about the Centenary Open Day by clicking on the flyer above.

Centenary Schedule

It will be a day full of fun, free activities, and a celebratory ceremony.

Morning Sessions (08:00 – 11:00 am)

  • 8:00 – 9:00 am: Free Public Swim (Teaching Pool)
  • 9:30 – 10:30 am: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 10:00 am: Refreshments (Teas, coffees, and a slice of centenary cake)
  • 11:00 am: Official Plaque Unveiling Ceremony: Join us in the lobby as Councillor Cara Sanquest officially unveils the commemorative plaque.

Midday and Afternoon Activities (11:30 am – 4:00 pm)

  • 11:15 am: Guided tour
  • 11:30 am: Open Age Over 55’s Chair Class with Armand Botha
  • 11:30 am– 2:30 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)

Evening Fitness and Fun (4:00 pm onwards)

  • 4:00 pm: Free Yoga Session (Wellness Studio)
  • 4:00 – 6:00 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 5:30 – 9:30 pm: Evening DJ Set
    Get fit or just hang out with a DJ spinning tracks on the gym floor!
  • 6:00 pm: Free Group Cycling Session

Booking your free sessions

Book in advance to avoid disappointment!

Free swimming and fitness sessions will be running throughout the day. Due to high demand and limited availability, please make sure you book in advance. Spaces will be limited and will operate on a first come first serve basis.

Book Your Free Sessions!

You’ve Still Got Time! Sign Up For The Female-Only Lifeguard Course at Porchester

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You've Still Got Time! Sign Up For The Female-Only Lifeguard Course at Porchester

Missed out earlier this year? Here’s your chance to get qualified this October with our Female-only National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) course at the Porchester Centre, Queensway, next Wednesday 29th October. Gain a nationally recognised qualification and vital lifesaving skills that can kickstart your journey in leisure.

Whether you’re looking to start a career in leisure, boost your employability, or build confidence in the water, this intensive training programme provides the perfect opportunity. Accredited by the  Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS UK), this course is internationally recognised and can open doors to employment in leisure centres, health clubs, holiday resorts, and even cruise ships, while also giving you transferable skills such as teamwork, responsibility, and quick decision-making.W

Gain a qualification that builds confidence, creates opportunities, and makes a difference.

Course details

  • Dates: Wednesday 29 October – Sunday 2 November 2025
  • Times: 9am – 6pm daily
  • Assessment Day: Sunday 2 November (included in course timetable)
  • Cost: £300 or funded if you:
  • Commit to working full-time with Everyone Active
  • Stay with Everyone Active as a lifeguard for at least one year
  • Attend an interview at the site where you may be placed **Please note that the decision will be made by the General Manager and Operations Manager of the site, as they will be covering the costs**
Alternatively you may be eligible for support through the ActiveWestminster Bursary Offer via the Skills and Training Programme. 
 
Requirements
 
To be considered you must fulfil the below requirements:
  • Be aged 16+ by the date of assessment
  • Be able to swim 50m in under 60 seconds
  • Be able to swim 100m continuously on front and back
  • Be able tread water for over 30 seconds
  • Be able to surface dive to the deepest part of the pool
  • Be able to climb out of the pool unaided

What You Will Learn

  • Pool Rescue Techniques
  • Lifeguard Theory
  • First Aid & CPR
  • AED & PXB Certification included!

This female-only course is designed to create a supportive and empowering environment. Whether you are looking for a rewarding part-time job, a stepping stone into the leisure industry, or just a new personal challenge, this is your opportunity!

Enrol Now

It’s quick and easy!

  • If you aren’t already a member of the RLSS UK, you need to set up a RLSS UK account
  • Download and complete the NPLQ Enrolment Form
  • Once completed please send it to Anis Ukaye at EveryoneActive: anisukaye@everyoneactive.com
  • Anis is the main point of contact for all enquires, bookings and employment opportunities
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