What We Do
Work 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.
Posted: Tue, 26 Jan 2021
Uniting the Movement - Sport England launch new strategy
Sport England have today launched their new strategy, a 10-year vision to transform lives and communities through sport and physical activity....
Tweets
about 9 hours ago
Type 2 diabetes can be a very serious health condition.
Find out if you are at high risk of developing the disease, so that you can do something about it with support from your free local Healthier You service: activedorset.org/nhs-d… – it’s free and only takes a few minutes.
about 1 day ago
RT @_thedailymile: 🗣️ SAVE THE DATE ‼️ England does #TheDailyMile🚶♀️🏃♀️
We invite all primary schools across England to get moving on Friday 5th Feb 2021 and celebrate the positive benefits that daily exercise can have on mental health ❤️
Find out more here➡️eventbrite.co.uk/e/eng…
about 1 day ago
Learning Together is a free regional support initiative for voluntary, community, faith & social enterprise groups and organisations supporting communities through COVID-19. Free to join but places are limited through a selection process, apply by 11 Dec: socialprescribingacade…
about 2 days ago
The #EveryMindMatters 'Your Mind Plan' is a free NHS approved online tool.
Answer 5 questions and receive top tips and advice to help you look after your mental health, improve your mental wellbeing and support others too.
about 3 days ago
Nominations open for the Community Sport and Recreation Awards 2021. There are five categories in which you can enter, with each winning project picking up a £1,000 prize at a virtual awards ceremony. Deadline for entries is midnight Monday 21 December; ow.ly/nwX250CEuRL
about 3 days ago
Understanding and engaging with the community is important to your club/group’s sustainability. Want to find out more? Why not check out the new #ClubMatters workshop on the topic!
Click the link for more information: ow.ly/Pj6j50CvJ1M
about 4 days ago
Learning Together is a free regional support initiative for voluntary, community, faith & social enterprise groups & orgs supporting communities through COVID19.
Free to join but places are limited through a selection process, apply by 11 December 2020: ow.ly/uRoL50CBMeK
about 4 days ago
Mencap Sport Live is a free, online conference covering topics related to learning disability and sport 7th-11th December 2020.
Topics include returning to physical activity post Covid-19 and inclusive communication and marketing.
Register here: ow.ly/A0GW50CCSmh
about 5 days ago
Getting active at home is anyone's game!
Online workouts are easy to access, can be adapted to your own pace and intensity, and are flexible around your daily schedule. Get active whenever suits you!
about 6 days ago
Get your antlers & running shoes ready for the virtual RNLI #ReindeerRun & help save lives at sea. This festive RNLI run takes place on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December, and is for people of all ages to run or walk either 1k, 5K, or 10K. Sign up today! bit.ly/ReindeerSE6
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Events
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Virtual Wellbeing Event
28 Jan 21
Supporting you to live well after cancer.
This event is for you if you’ve recently finished treatment or are on active monitoring (watch and wait).
Active Lives Children & Young People Survey
Information and resources to help your school complete The Active Lives Children and Young People survey.
Support a Campaign
National and local campaigns that your organisation can support to engage more people to participate in physical activity.
Courses & Workshops
Search for local and national courses & workshops across the physical activity and health sectors.
