Active Together Initiative
A community sport and physical activity project for people from culturally diverse communities who were not regularly active. Encouraged local residents to take part in accessible, enjoyable community-based physical activities promoting healthier lifestyles, confidence and social connection.
Period
2024–2025
Funder
Sport England Movement Fund
Weekly
Free sessions
Repeat
Sport England funding
What
What we delivered
A community sport and physical activity programme designed for people from culturally diverse backgrounds who weren't regularly active.
Why
Why this work mattered
Activity inequalities are stark in East London. Standard gym and club routes don't work for many of our community — cost, culture, confidence and time all get in the way.
Gallery
In the community
How
How we delivered it
- 01
Low-barrier, free community sessions in familiar local venues.
- 02
Mix of dance, fitness and team activities chosen by participants.
- 03
Coaches drawn from within the community.
Impact
The impact
Sustained increases in weekly activity for participants, plus a stronger social network around physical activity. Sport England awarded follow-on funding for Active Together Plus.
"I hadn't done sport in 15 years. Now I'm here every week."
Highlights
- Accessible community-based activity sessions
- Focus on culturally diverse, inactive residents
- Built confidence and social connection
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