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Champions of the Future Programme 2025 – Applications NOW OPEN!

Champions of the Future Programme 2025 - Applications NOW OPEN!

This one is for all you talented athletes in Westminster! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity brought to by Westminster City Council, Everyone Active, London Sports Trust and Kings College London. 

Elevate your training and development to the next level!

The ActiveWestminster Champions of the Future programme gives Westminster’s gifted and talented athletes an opportunity to access financial support and mentoring to help with training and development.

How to apply

The window for applications is now open until Monday 11th March 2025. 

To be considered for the Champions of the Future programme, you must first make an application for the Everyone Active’s Sporting Champions programme. 

Visit Everyone Active’s Sporting Champions website 

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Qualifying Criteria

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. 
 

Applications for Network Activity Project Funding Open on 17th February!

Applications for Network Activity Project Funding Open on 17th February!

This funding supports new or upscaling projects that encourage active lifestyles and community engagement across Westminster.

If you have a great idea to start or upscale a community project that promotes physical activity, inclusivity, and wellbeing, this is your chance to secure funding and bring your vision to life!

🔹 Who can apply? Community groups, charities, sports clubs, and organisations passionate about making a difference.

🔹 When? Applications open on 17th February – don’t miss out!

🔹 Where to apply? Find out more and get ready to apply here: https://active.westminster.gov.uk/network-project-funding

Network Funding websitetwitter round open DATE

On The Ground – Sharing Your Stories: February NSC Spotlight is on Jahmarion Francis

February NSC Spotlight - On The Ground is Jahmarion Francis's Story

 
This month we’re featuring  the story of Jahmarion Francis, originally from and his basketball progression with his team Westside.

Hurdles2Hoops is a non-profit organisation  working with asylum seekers and refugees offering free physical activity and education sessions in Westminster and other London boroughs

Read Jahmarion’s Sotry

The NSC programme helped me develop by giving me more available training sessions than I would at my school or other facilities in my area. It prepared me for the national league by pushing me to my limits and more just like how any national league team would. It also provided professional and safe coaches to train me which made me want to push myself aswell.
Jahmarion Francis, Westside 40
Feb 25 NSC Spotlight On the Ground website feature

You can check these sessions and others on the NSC programme by clicking the button below.

As always we can’t wait to hear more of your inspiring stories. Contact us if you want to share your experiences from any of the NSC sessions by clicking the button below.

Stay Active with No Strings Attached Badminton for over 50s

Stay Active with No Strings Attached Badminton for over 50s

Staying active is crucial at every age, and our centres in Westminster offer a wealth of opportunities for those aged 50 and over to maintain their health and well-being.

From swimming and yoga to walking groups and social clubs, our diverse range of activities can improve your physical fitness, mental sharpness, and social connections. Explore the options below and discover a new passion! Click the links to book your activity.

No Strings Attached Badminton at the Jubilee Community Leisure Centre
  • Every Wednesday
  • 6-7pm
  • In the Sports Hall
  • Only £3.45 per session
  • JUBILEE COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE, Lancefield street, London W10 4NW
 
For more information or to book your spaces please visit Jubilee Community Leisure Centre website come into centre or contact the team on 0203 3761762.
 

Stay Active in Westminster

There are plenty of activities in all the different leisure centres in Westminster. Check out which one is near you on https://www.everyoneactive.com/news/activities-for-over-50s-in-westminster/
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Register Now to Attend the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification – FEMALE ONLY COURSE

Register Now to Attend the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification - FEMALE ONLY

Due to the first course being a success back in November 2024, Everyone Active is organising another one that will run on these dates:

  • Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd February – 9am-6pm
  • Friday 7th March – 1pm-6pm
  • Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th March 9pm-6pm

Assessment day: Sunday 9th March 9am – 6pm

Location: Porchester Centre

The criteria to register for this course is as follows:

  1. All applicants need to be over 16 yrs old
  2. On the day of assessment- Swim 50m in less than 1 minute
  3. Swim 100m continuously on your front then 100m on your back
  4. Tread water in deep water for more than 30 seconds
  5. Surface dive to the deepest part of the pool
  6. Climb out of the pool unaided

Cost: Funded or £300

Check out if you fit the criteria to get funded through our bursary scheme on the link below.

full poster NPLQ course 2025

For enquiries, bookings and employment opportunities please email nathanielthomas@everyoneactive.com

Free Level 1 Introduction to Coaching Basketball Qualification!

Free Level 1 Introduction to Coaching Basketball Qualification!

basketball coach assistant

London Youth and North Paddington Youth Club are offering a free coaching qualification for members interested in becoming a Coaching Assistant in basketball. This course is designed to give participants the confidence to deliver safe, fun, and inclusive basketball sessions under the supervision of an independent coach.

Date: Thursday, 30th January 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: North Paddington Youth Club, 229 Lanark Road, Maida Vale, W9 1EA

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Sign Up Now!

Only 15 spots available, so contact Ronnie Renney on the link below to reserve your place.