What We Do
Partner With Us
We take a collaborative approach to embed system changes so that business as usual for system partners supports people to be more active.
Slades Park
Slades Park in Bournemouth is operated by Active Dorset Charitable Incorporated Organisation and BCP Council.
Recognising the positive impact of physical activity
We want sport and physical activity to be recognised for the positive impact it has through improved physical and mental wellbeing, educational attainment, social cohesion and economic development on the lives of the people in Dorset.
Latest News
Posted: Thu, 01 Jul 2021
Dorset School Games Summer Festival went virtual!
Move It Week, which took place during National School Sports Week 21st-25th June, saw over 160 Dorset Schools and 50,000 children register...
Tweets
about 18 hours ago
The #WeAreUndefeatable campaign is back on TV!
The campaign aims to inspire people living with a range of health conditions to find ways to get active that work for them, sharing that even a little bit goes a long way when it comes to being active.
about 12 days ago
RT @NASPTweets: Did you know we've got our own podcast?
Our host @DrRadhaModgil chats to incredible individuals about how they manage their health and wellbeing, as well as shining a light on #SocialPrescribing.
Listen here: apple.co/2PqZLBo (available on most streaming services)
about 12 days ago
RT @LWDorset: Could you inspire someone to lead a healthier life? We’re looking for two experienced Behaviour Change Practitioners to join our team. #ChangeJobs #ChangeLives
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about 12 days ago
@NASPTweets is looking to recruit a new part-time Development Lead role within the NASP Strategy team to focus on support for local social prescribing.
Application deadline: Monday 19 July, 12pm.
More information here: lnkd.in/dDtqJCj
about 13 days ago
#SocialPrescribing Case Study: Learning from the South West during COVID-19: A whole-system response through social prescribing to support those affected in the community: ow.ly/2XoT50F6md8
about 14 days ago
Level 2 RSPH Award in Encouraging Physical Activity
Wed 15th September, 9am-4pm
This qualification is for individuals with an interest in health who are also interested in helping others develop a healthier lifestyle by encouraging physical activity: ow.ly/SAkT50EAyVX
about 15 days ago
RT @undefeatable: 📢 We're back on TV!
A little bit goes a long way, even when it comes to being active.
Together with our 16 charity partners, we're continuing to support people with a range of long term health conditions to find little ways to get moving that work for them.
about 18 days ago
@NASPTweets is looking to recruit a new part-time Development Lead role within the NASP Strategy team to focus on support for local social prescribing.
Application deadline: Monday 19 July, 12pm.
More information here: activedorset.org/jobs/…
about 21 days ago
@LondonMarathon are inviting all schools across the country to take part in the 2021 Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon. Children & young people of all ages & abilities can run, jog, walk or wheel 2.6 miles in their schools, between 27 Sept & 22 Oct ow.ly/s63950FjHQL
about 22 days ago
We’re delighted to have been selected to take part in @designcouncil’s #IdeastoAction programme in partnership with @Sport_England to help combat the deep-rooted inequalities in sport and physical activity.
Find out more here: ow.ly/AiJl50FkH6F
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Events
See our upcoming events and get involved with the latest that is happening in Dorset.
Walk for Wards - supporting University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity
4 Sep 21
Somerley House, Somerley House, Somerley Estate, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 3PL
Join us in the grounds of the prestigious Somerley House on 4 September as our flagship event, Walk for Wards, returns for 2021!
Level 2 RSPH Award in Encouraging Physical Activity
15 Sep 21
Slades Park, Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EP
Learners will increase their knowledge and understanding of why individuals may not actively participate in physical activity, the health benefits of physical activity and how individuals can be helped and supported to improve their health by increasing their level of physical activity.
Supporting Individuals to Move More
A free, condensed course packed with information to help you encourage others to move more, including guidelines for physical activity levels, the health benefits of moving more and influencing others using behaviour change theory.
Level 2 RSPH Award in Encouraging Physical Activity
This qualification is for individuals with an interest in health who are also interested in helping others develop a healthier lifestyle by encouraging physical activity.
Active Dorset awarded further funding for tackling activity inequality
Funding can be used to tackle inequalities in physical activity levels for community organisations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
