Local events

A CELEBRATION OF NORFOLK’S ACTIVE COMMUNITIES

We were proud to join hundreds gathered at Open in Norwich on Thursday, November 21 to celebrate the sporting excellence and physical activity achievements of our county at the Active Norfolk Awards. 

ITV Anglia presenter Becky Jago played host to the crowds, who came to cheer on and support the finalists in 11 sport and physical activity categories, in what was a truly inspiring night. Here are the amazing winners of the category we sponsored, Wymondham Town United Football Club which has grown from 270 youth players in 15 teams to nearly 600 players in an amazing 27 teams. 

For the full write up (prepare to feel inspired!), please click here.

#runandtalk in more areas in the Great Yarmouth Borough

NORSUF RG at Gorleston Cliffs parkrun

NORSUF RG at Gorleston Cliffs parkrun

Thai Chi provides a no cost activity called Run Together NORSUF Running Group, which was established in May 2017. During that time, 154 people have registered and walked/run with the group for free.

Trevor Rawson is the only volunteer Group and Run Leader. He facilitates two free sessions per week limited to a max 16 people per session. The group could expand if there are more volunteer leaders but they have to be trained and licenced. With two additional leaders the group size could increase and additional weekly sessions could be offered, helping more people to get out and run.

We have awarded funding so they can train two volunteer Run Leaders.  This will help open up more opportunities to join the group over a wider area around the borough.

Trevor says, “Established in 2016 NORSUF Running Group is a free and friendly welcoming environment for new runners. You do not have to be a runner or achieve any standard to join; everyone takes part their way. Receiving funding from Great Yarmouth Sport and Leisure Trust will allow us to train two additional volunteer Run Leaders for our Group. They will go on to conduct their own sessions welcoming more people to an activity that can, with regular practice be life changing. As an England Athletics Coach and Mental Health Champion I have seen some fantastic personal and physical achievements by our members. #Runandtalk”.

Gorleston student awarded more than £8000 to continue in wheelchair football

Full story at the EDP24

Full story at the EDP24

WE are so delighted to see East Norfolk Sixth Form College student, Edward Boca, is now competing at national level with his Norwich City Powerchair Football team. Caudwell Children are a national charity that provides practical and emotional support to disabled children and their families, they donated just over £8000 to step in and help him.

Do you know a talented individual who lives in the borough of Great Yarmouth? Do they need equipment, kit, tools to fundraise? Please let them know we offer funds up to £500!

Have you signed up for the Great Yarmouth East Coast 10k?

Great Yarmouth Road Runners 2017

Great Yarmouth Road Runners 2017

Great Yarmouth Road Runners are pleased to announce that the Great Yarmouth East Coast 10k returns again in 2018.

The popular accurately measured route takes you along the fast and flat pavements and promenade of Great Yarmouth with fast times a guarantee on Sunday 14th October at 10:30am, St Georges Theatre, Trafalgar Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk.

There is a race memento for all participants - plus age category prizes and prizes for leading runners available.

There are refreshments, changing and plenty of onsite parking available.

With recent research revealing that 89% of runners said that running regularly made them happier, as well as having a positive impact on their mental health and body image, why not get training and sign up here!

WE MAKE AWARDS OF UP TO £500 TO SUPPORT SPORT AND LEISURE COMMUNITY PROJECTS TO GET MORE PEOPLE ACTIVE IN THE BOROUGH OF GREAT YARMOUTH. CAN YOU HELP? THE APPLICATION FORM IS HERE!

Ideas to get kids active this summer

We're deep into the summer holidays - how is it going for you?! We've gathered lots of ideas to help kids get active, some don't cost a thing!

Your kids can 'train like a Jedi' with Change for Life

Click image to see how Olympic gold medalist Jade Jones guides you through 12 special moves which will help you master the ways of the Jedi!

Click image to see how Olympic gold medalist Jade Jones guides you through 12 special moves which will help you master the ways of the Jedi!

Teach your child to ride a bike in 45 minutes - Isla Rowntree shows us at Cycling Weekly the best way. 

Click image to see the video of Isla showing how to best teach children how to ride a bike

Click image to see the video of Isla showing how to best teach children how to ride a bike

Little Hotdog Watson has a great list of water outdoor games for little ones

Click image to be taken to the article - Pic Credit: Little Hotdog Watson @bonaofmay

Click image to be taken to the article - Pic Credit: Little Hotdog Watson @bonaofmay

Take a walk - have a look through this instagram account Routes for Little Boots  for inspiration to help kids discover and explore the amazing #Norfolk countryside, including pushchair/toddler-friendly walks and outdoor activities

Click image to find walks with Little Routes for Little Boots

Click image to find walks with Little Routes for Little Boots

WE MAKE AWARDS OF UP TO £500 TO SUPPORT SPORT AND LEISURE COMMUNITY PROJECTS TO GET MORE PEOPLE ACTIVE IN THE BOROUGH OF GREAT YARMOUTH. CAN YOU HELP? THE APPLICATION FORM IS HERE!

Run with your community

park run great yarmouth.jpg

parkrun is an inclusive event run entirely by volunteers who are all parkrunners themselves. It is not a race and anyone is welcome to come to walk, run, volunteer or spectate. With over 1.7 MILLION runners in the UK, it is a great way to start the weekend.

It is simple to register and all parkruns are free. The organisers are keen to make it accessible to all members of the community including those with disabilities and long term health conditions.

If you live in the borough of Great Yarmouth, your local parkruns are every Saturday at 9am at Gorleston Cliffs and also at Fritton Lake. 

Get active! If you haven't registered before, you can register here - see you there!

WE MAKE AWARDS OF UP TO £500 TO SUPPORT SPORT AND LEISURE COMMUNITY PROJECTS TO GET MORE PEOPLE ACTIVE IN THE BOROUGH OF GREAT YARMOUTH. CAN YOU HELP? THE APPLICATION FORM IS HERE!

 

 

 

Are you coming to the Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival!?!

Pushing Ahead helps hundreds of people build activity through walking and cycling and THEY ARE COMING to the Great Yarmouth Wheels festival on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th of July!

great Yarmouth sport funding.jpg

15,000 motorbikes, vintage vehicles and modern motors come to the seafront and this year 'Pushing Ahead' are also bringing three exhibits:

FUN ZONE CHALLENGE - test your biking skills over ramps and under the cycle limbo, there is also a Learn to Ride zone

DOC SPINOFF'S TRICKY TRIKES - Test your balance and riding skills on some unusual bikes - try reverse steering, hand pedal and other wacky bikes!

FREE BIKE REPAIR SESSION - We will fix your bike and then we'll help you become more confident riding it!

Admission is free, near Britannia Pier, Anchor Gardens and the Sea Life Gardens. 

Click here for more info

If you are looking for funds to support a community sport or leisure project, apply to us today!