Monthly Update - September 2022

London Sport paused this newsletter to reflect on the remarkable life and reign of?Queen Elizabeth II.?Our condolences and heartfelt sympathy go out to her family.?

Full agenda released for Active London 2022??

The new agenda for this year’s Active London conference, taking place on 21 September, has been released . With a host of inspiring guest speakers, thought-provoking panel discussions, and a range of exciting sessions to choose from, this year’s conference is one not to be missed.?

Exergame joins Active London 2022 as Official Partner?

London Sport is proud to name Exergame as an Official Partner of this year’s conference. Exergame will play a key role in demonstrating how technology can help achieve London Sport’s mission of helping every Londoner lead longer, healthier and more fulfilled lives through activity.?

Activating places and spaces through technology?

Ahead of Active London 2022, Head of Sport Tech Hub at London Sport, Milly Pelmore shares a sneak preview of the ‘Activating places and spaces through technology’ session. are delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale for Active London 2022.???

Maximising health impact through active local spaces?

London Sport’s Head of Digital Behaviour Change, Chris Norfield, and Regional Physical Activity Advisor, Rob McLean share a sneak peek of what to expect from their session ‘Maximising health impact through active local spaces’ at Active London 2022.?

Chipotle Community Champion - August?

Shannia Richardson Gordon is the Founder and Director of Power Mobile Gym. Shannia is committed to inspiring, empowering, and positively impacting the lives of young people. Power Mobile Gym is a non-profit organisation that unites communities through boxing. Nominate a Community Champion for September to get your buy-one-get-one-free Chipotle vouchers .?

New London Sport Consultancy webinar series?

London Sport Consultancy has completed a project with CIMSPA, the professional development body for the UK’s sport and physical activity sector, to deliver a series of webinars for their Digital Marketing Hub. ?

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New leisure resources to assist in tackling inequalities?

Activity Alliance is pleased to add to its resource bank with ten new leisure factsheets . They cover a range of top topics from developing inclusive strategies to workforce development and measuring impact. They support leaders in the leisure sector to strengthen their inclusion work and engage more disabled people.??

Soul Cap: Afro swimming cap approved after Olympic ban?

A swimming cap for afro hair has been approved for use in top-level competitions.?The specialised covering - designed for thick, curly hair and styles such as dreadlocks, weaves and braids - was banned from last year's Olympics.?

Manufacturer Soul Cap described the approval from governing body Fina as "a huge step in the right direction". Learn more .?

Creating the next generation of Cricketers??

Sky Sports and ECB are entering the second year of Dynamos Cricket Intros - a multi-year initiative offering free cricket courses to children across the country who might not have access to the sport. Read more here .?

Loan bikes in Newham enable opportunities for people seeking asylum?

Sustrans has worked with Newham Council to loan 50 people seeking asylum with free cycles from the Brompton bicycle company. Free cycle training is also equipping them with the skills to use their Bromptons to explore their local area. Find out more .?

National Fitness Day 2022?

National Fitness Day 2022 will take place on Wednesday 21 September and is a chance to highlight the role physical activity plays across the UK, helping us raise awareness of its importance in assisting us to lead healthier lifestyles through being physically active.

AccesserCise joins Sport Tech Hub?

Accessercise is the first ever complete fitness app created specifically for the disability community. Its mission is to empower change and educate users to live a healthier, more active life. Sport Tech Hub will help grow Accessercise in London, aiming to reduce health inequalities and barriers to physical activity for disabled people.??

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