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: Mon, 20 Sep 2021
Digital marketing hub for sport and physical activity launched
Sport England have invested £450,000 of National Lottery money to fund a new, free resource that'll help people, clubs and organisations...
Tweets
about 1 hour ago
RT @coward_charlie: Calling all @DorsetAhps đź“Ł
We want to hear about your experiences of talking about physical activity with patients in Dorset. Help us create better conversations with patients about moving more, by completing our 10 min survey🙏
Ahpsurvey.questionpro.… #AHPsActive @Active_Dorset
about 2 hours ago
Let’s make this summer the best yet.
Find out if your child is eligible for free, enriching activities with that will help build their confidence whilst having fun.
#HAF2021 - funded by @educationgovuk
To get your family involved visit: educationcatchup.campa…
about 2 hours ago
RT @ParkinsonsUK: Do you provide or promote physical activity and exercise to people with Parkinson's?
This course will give you access to multimedia resources on #Parkinsons and physical activity and exercise.
Click to sign up 👉🏾 prksn.uk/3lAp1TR
about 1 day ago
RT @macmillancancer: Darlaine invented her own extraordinary exercise plan after treatment for breast cancer. Top tip - wear something you feel great in! 🌼
Get inspired to move more with @undefeatable:
macmillan.org.uk/we-ar…
about 1 day 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 2 days ago
RT @NASPTweets: 📢 We are #Hiring a full-time #SocialMedia and Events Manager to develop and execute our social strategy to generate awareness and engagement of #SocialPrescribing.
📆Closes 9AM 16th August
đź“ŤRemote/London
More information and how to apply here:
socialprescribingacade…
about 3 days ago
The #WeAreUndefeatable campaign, developed by 16 leading health and social care charities, is back on TV with a brand new advert this summer! They’re helping to support people with long term health conditions to find little ways to get moving weareundefeatable.co.u… @undefeatable
about 3 days ago
Join us at our FREE Move More training! This course includes info on physical activity guidelines, health benefits of moving more and behaviour change theory.
This online course takes place Wed 22 September, 9am-12:30pm.
Book your free place: ow.ly/gpDv50EBttt
about 6 days ago
Join @NASPTweets for the first in their new series of #ThrivingCommunities webinars to learn more about what social prescribing is, how it works and how community groups like you can use it in your communities.
Tuesday 7 September, 3-4pm.
Book today: ow.ly/Hl0h50FLL2b
about 6 days ago
RT @RNLI: Our latest TV advert, the Seaside Safety Song, is also helping kids stay safe at the coast this summer 👇
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Events
See our upcoming events and get involved with the latest that is happening in Dorset.
Thriving Communities and Accelerating Innovation present: Financial wellbeing and social prescribing
5 Oct 21
Thriving Communities and Accelerating Innovation present a joint webinar exploring what we mean by financial wellbeing, why it matters to how people feel and function, and how social prescribing can make a difference.
Time To Listen (Welfare Officer) online workshop - 2 parts
12 Oct 21
Online classroom
TTL training consists of 2 evening sessions and is only available to those who have already attended recognised basic awareness training.
Specialist safeguarding is for roles and responsibilities such as:
designated safeguarding roles, such as lead safeguarding officers and club welfare officers
those responsible for recruitment of roles working with children
case management groups
event management
Min age 16+
Must hold valid current SPC certificate.
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.
