Active Essex

Treetops Builds an Inclusive Gym

Treetops Free School in Thurrock have created a fully equipped inclusive gym. They have done this by converting their old minibus garage into a...
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WGLU

Brandon Groves Football Club Helped Shape a Future Lioness

What once started as a small football club in South Ockendon Village, nearly three decades ago has now become a proud starting point of...
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Active Essex Team's Reflections

Active Essex Team Reflects: The Essex Year of Opportunity

At Active Essex, we believe the future of the sport and physical activity sector lies in the hands of our young people—and we’re passionate...
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Move Maker

Jacob – June Move Maker

We’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on an extraordinary young boy, Jacob, who has been named our #MoveWithUs ‘Move Maker’ for June! Jacob earned...
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Active Essex

Tennis Courts Upgraded Across Essex Through Park Tennis Project

As the world tunes in for the start of an exciting summer of sport with events like Wimbledon taking place, tennis fever is sweeping...
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Jason's Reflections

Is the case for the power of sport changing?

The shift Over the past 10 years, I have noticed a real shift away from sport to a stronger focus on physical activity and...
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Active Essex

Big Team Challenge Recap- Miles to Marrakesh

A team step challenge can be just the boost we need to get moving at work and the Big Team Challenge proved exactly that....
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WGLU

Emma’s Story: Shaping the Future of Female Sports Coaches

As Volunteers and Coaching Week comes to an end, we caught up with Emma Springham who has been a positive and inspiring role model...
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Active Essex Foundation

Wheels of Change: How Essex Police Bikes Plan to Transform Young Lives

For many children and young people in Essex, mobility isn’t just about getting from A to B, it’s the difference between opportunity and isolation....
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Move Maker

Lilija – May Move Maker

Lilija has been nominated for the Move Maker Award in recognition of her continuous support as a young leader at Camp 4 Champs. Lilija has become...
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