Tags: Get Active
TV Advert Launched for Sport England's 'Join The Movement' Campaign
Posted: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:30
#StayInWorkOut! Read More »
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
Active Foxes - New total Challenge of 2016 hrs to beat!
Posted: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 10:44
Thank you! You smashed the target of 515 hrs! l Well done to everyone who uploaded their activity to our activity tracker. As we reached our target so quickly we have decided to set you a new challenge, let's match 2016 hours of activity. Why 2016? Well it was that fabulous year that Leicester City Football Club won the premiership. Read More »
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
Leicester-Shire and Rutland Sport – Updated Coronavirus Statement
Posted: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 16:05
Leicester-Shire and Rutland Sport – Updated Coronavirus Statement
After reviewing the government advice issued on 16 March 2020, Leicester-Shire and Rutland Sport has made the decision to cancel activities it is responsible for delivering for the next six weeks.
The health and safety of our participants, volunteers, instructors and wider sporting community is our main priority and to avoid the spread of Coronavirus we will follow the government advice to move away from organising mass gatherings and for the public to avoid all non-essential contact.
This means cancelling forthcoming school sport competitions, workplace health programmes and other events for the next six weeks. LRS is aware of the rapidly changing environment and will keep this decision under constant review as we continue monitor the latest advice from government and Public Health England.
Finally, please continue to follow the government's guidance on how to prevent the spread of Coronavirus, by reviewing the advice provided here
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
Local ladies, jiggle, giggle and wiggle at our ‘This Girl Can’ Charity Night Out’
Posted: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 14:00
All the #fun and #fitness from the night! Read More »
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
Molly's Gift Small Grants Applications Launched
Posted: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 15:00
Molly's Gift launch first small grants applications to help local children & young people get active across Leicester-shire & Rutland! Read More »
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
Sport England: Shaping Our Future Strategy
Posted: Wed, 22 Jan 2020 13:00
Sport England explore upcoming 2021-25 strategy. Read More »
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
2020/21 GO GOLD Funding Programme now open!
Posted: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:45
The 2020/21 GO GOLD Funding Programme is now open for applications until 31st December 2019. Read More »
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
Active Harborough Celebrate Local Sporting Heroes
Posted: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 12:30
Local sporting heroes were recognised at the annual Active Harborough District Sports Awards in an evening of celebration at Leicester Grammar School.
The popular event, hosted by Harborough District Council and main sponsor for the evening Everyone Active, was attended by over 200 people to celebrate sporting achievements across the District.
Nominations for the awards were made by residents across the District, and an independent panel of judges made the difficult final decisions within each category.
International Welsh Master's hockey captain, Gaynor Nash and Active Harborough's Leanne Plummer were entertaining comperes for the evening. The room was full of laughter, and at times guests were also moved to tears.
Norman Proudfoot, Joint Chief Executive of Harborough District Council said: "It's wonderful to see so many inspirational local sports people at the event. We have some amazing and very dedicated nominees who are integral in supporting an accessible Healthy Harborough for all."
Each award was sponsored by a local business, which also provided a prize for the winner.
This year sponsors included ASA Physio and Podiatry, MJ Engineering, HFM, The Training Shed, Harborough Lotto, Harborough District Council, Everyone Active and Active Harborough.
List of 2019 winners:
- Club of the year: Borough Alliance Junior Football Club
- Twilight Achiever: Jane Strachan
- Sports Person of the Year: Lily Taylor
- Junior Sportsman of the Year: Thomas Dixon
- Junior Sportswoman of the Year: Mille Van Neirop
- Physical Activity Star: Chris Matthews
- Community Impact: Wheels for All
- Unsung Hero – Coach of the Year: Kevin Howley
- Unsung Hero – Junior Inspiration: Matt Moir
- Unsung Hero – Inspiration Award: Michael Scully
- Team of the Year: Market Harborough Meerkats Netball Team
- Lifetime Achievement: Lindsey Bates
- Lifetime Achievement: David Lowe
- Harborough Hero: Terri Picton Clark
- Community Champion: Laurence Jones and Liz Adams
Everyone Active Manager, Matthew Hopkin said: "Everyone Active are proud to sponsor this fantastic event which celebrates the achievements of our local sports people – many of whom often go without recognition".
The event also raised money through a raffle in aid of Gems Charity and The Lewis Foundation – two local cancer charities which provide support for people having treatment for cancer.
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
Over 100 partners attend the 6th LRS Annual Conference ‘Transforming Places, Transforming Lives’
Posted: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 10:45
Partners came together from schools, local authorities, Public Health, National Governing Bodies of Sport and the voluntary sector to take part in a variety of inspiring talks, workshops and Q&A sessions throughout the day focusing on this year's conference theme 'Transforming Place, Transforming Lives'. Read More »
Source: Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport
Nominate your BBC Unsung Hero now
Posted: Fri, 11 Oct 2019 19:00
This year the BBC have joined with Made By Sport to recognise the power of sport to change lives and build better futures. They are celebrating the people and projects that are really making an impact, and need your help to find them.
All over the UK sport brings communities together, and they want you to tell them about your community's unsung hero. You can send in their story by video or write to the BBC via the nomination form. If you need some inspiration, check out the video and text examples on their website.
You can also send in your nomination via email. Just download the form on this link and send it to unsunghero@bbc.co.uk.
When can I nominate someone?
Send the BBC your nominations for this year's award between 17 September and 20 October 2019.
How is the award decided?
Your nominations are entered into a local award for your BBC nation or region. After a panel discussion, the local winners are announced in each of the 15 regions.
The 15 winners then go to a national panel, of current and former sports stars and people active in sports volunteering. They reach their decision, with the winner being announced live on television at the Sports Personality of the Year Awards on 15 December.
To find out more about the awards terms and conditions click here.
Sound good? Then start off by nominating your unsung hero today.
(Source: BBC)
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