Supporting LGBT+ Inclusion in Physical Activity

Published: 9 February 2026

If we want to create more active communities, then there needs to be opportunities to meet every need. As February marks LGBT+ History Month, we’re encouraging inclusivity and understanding of LGBT+ participants in physical activity.

Could Active Uniforms Be the Key to Positive Physical Activity Experiences at Your School?

Published: 26 January 2026

Ever wondered about the impact of school uniforms on pupils' physical activity levels? One Head Teacher and one researcher teamed up to find out...

Training leads to rise in health professionals recognising the importance of physical activity conversations

Published: 10 December 2025

Health professionals across Hampshire and Isle of Wight are feeling more confident to discuss and promote physical activity as part of their patient care thanks to Physical Activity Clinical Champions Training.

Portsmouth schools support pupils to engage in physical activity

Published: 9 December 2025

Over the past three years, nine schools in Portsmouth have helped pupils and their families overcome barriers to move more. Schools received funding, training and built new relationships as part of the Opening Schools Facilities (OSF) programme.

Children’s activity levels rising but inactivity remains too high

Published: 4 December 2025

The number of children and young people playing sport and taking part in physical activity in England is at the highest level since Sport England started the Active Lives Survey in 2017-18.

Hampshire Active Health Programme – what happened next!

Published: 4 December 2025

Organisations have found creative ways to continue and even expand their projects following the Hampshire Active Health Programme, with collaboration and partnerships remaining a key component.

Sport England issues statement on statutory consultee consultation

Published: 28 November 2025

Sport England chair Chris Boardman has issued a statement following the opening of Government’s consultation on reforms to the statutory consultee system.

Leading voices in the sector inspire forward thinking in local clubs

Published: 25 November 2025

Our Sport Welfare Officers joined over 60 representatives from clubs and physical activity providers at the Hampshire Sports Club Conference in November. They spoke about their role and gave examples of their work with local clubs.

Supporting People with ADHD in Physical Activity

Published: 23 October 2025

Small changes in physical activity sessions can make a big difference for those with ADHD. Local Community Inclusion Officer, Juliet, has shared some simple and practical ways to put inclusion at the heart of what you do.

Supporting SEND Families to Explore Activities in Havant

Published: 10 October 2025

Horizon Leisure has been introducing local SEND families to activity providers with a SEND health and wellbeing fayre. The event showcased the range of active opportunities for children and young people happening in Havant.