energize enewsletter 13th april 2016
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Welcome to the latest issue of EnergizeSTW E-news. This newsletter is here for you… to help keep you informed of opportunities and developments influencing sport and physical activity across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. Got something that you would like to share? Drop us a line at [email protected] with an outline of your article and associated pictures / logos. Friends and colleagues who would like to receive this e-news directly can register via our home page: ww.energizestw.org.uk
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13th April 2016
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Rio heartache is an educational opportunity for judo star Kelly
Shropshire-born judo star Kelly Edwards is hoping to use her Rio Olympic heartache as a force for good, by working with the next generation of sporting stars at local schools.
Kelly, who was born and raised in Telford, has been forced to abandon plans to represent Team GB at the Rio 2016 Olympics on medical advice after suffering several concussion injuries during qualifying competitions.
But she said the injury setback had given her more time to spend working with county sports partnership Energize on their ‘Champion Programme’ over the coming months.
“Inspiring the next generation of sports stars is really important to me,” says 25-year-old Kelly, who competed for Great Britain at the London 2012 Olympics and for England at the 2014 Commonwealth Games, winning a silver medal.
“Missing out on Rio is a big blow, but I should be at the peak of my career when the 2020 games in Tokyo come along, so there’s plenty to still focus on.”
Kelly is part of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ group of Shropshire sporting stars seeking to inspire young people through the Champion Programme.
The aim of the scheme is to deliver motivational messages to local youngsters from people who have competed at the top level, with the world’s best.
“This is not just about sport – our programme is aimed at giving young people the inspiration to succeed at whatever they do,” explained Energize chief executive Chris Child.
Anyone wishing to arrange a Champions Programme visit should contact Helen Madden at Energize on 01743 297191, or visit our Sporting Champions page for more details.
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Sport makes a Difference! FREE club workshop
Are you interested in finding out how to access and attract hard to reach groups? Then look no further…. Hosted by University Centre Shrewsbury, Energize and partners are pleased to invite local clubs and activity providers to an open evening to hear about exciting new projects and opportunities to support hard to reach groups into local activities. When - Wednesday, 4 May 2016 Time - 18:30 to 20:30 Where - University Centre Shrewsbury – Guildhall Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury, SY3 8HQ For more information or to book on click here.
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Living Well for Longer in Telford and Wrekin – Annual Public Health Report
The focus of the report is those in their 50’s, 60’s and 70’s living in Telford and Wrekin, recognising the challenges that they face and celebrating the opportunities and contribution that they make. The report can be found on the Council website via the following link Annual Public Health Report 2015-2016 The report summarises some of the key health conditions effecting Telford and Wrekin’s population, the support on offer locally and what works in alleviating different conditions and symptoms. The report also reviews recommendations previously made and makes new ones for the coming year, again focusing on the mid-life age range.
Bubble football fun in Shrewsbury The growing craze sees players dressed in bouncing bubble suits and bouncing, bashing and rolling their way around the pitch. Ed Ryder, from West Midlands Bubble Football, said he expects the event to generate plenty of interest. “We have teamed up with Shrewsbury Town in the Community and Hope House to hold a European Championship Bubble Football tournament to be held in May, "All of the proceeds will be split equally between the two charities.” The tournament will be held on May 21 at The Shrewsbury Club on Sundorne Road and will cost £15 per player. The first tournament will be held at 10.30am and the second at 2.30pm. Anyone interested should contact (01743) 289177 or email [email protected]
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Oswestry Sports Awards–Final Call for nominations The closing date for nominations for the Oswestry Sports Awards is Monday, 18th April. Oswestry Sports Forum holds this annual celebration of local sport to recognise the dedication and achievements of sportsmen and women across all sports in the Oswestry area. Anyone who lives or trains within 10 miles of Oswestry, in Shropshire, is eligible for nomination – this includes, St Martins, Ellesmere, Baschurch, Kinnerley etc. There are 6 Awards: • Coach of the Year • Contribution to Sport • Disability Sport • Junior Team • Veteran Sport and • Outstanding Sporting Achievement The first nominations have already arrived. Nominations forms can be downloaded from www.oswestrysportsforum.org.uk or contact Oswestry Sports Forum Secretary, Susie, on 01939 260308.
The Department for Transport (DfT) published the draft Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy for consultation on 27 March 2016 calling for respondents to propose initiatives that would help to double cycling by 2025.
Sustrans have put together ‘Ten questions you might ask about the Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy’. Click here to read
Government consults on cycling and walking strategy for England
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Community Sport and Recreation Awards 2016 - nominations open There are several categories at the Community Sport and Recreation Awards which highlight the breadth of work that's undertaken throughout the sport and recreational community. Awards are presented in the categories of: • Community Sport + Recreation Overall Winner • Professional Club Community Programme of the Year Award • Innovative Project Award • Youth Volunteering • Social Impact
Deadline for nominations is midnight, Sunday 8 May 2016 View more details
Webinars, e-learning, emails & videos for self-employed Help and support from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) on self-employment - information on updated dates and times for live webinars. View the details
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Get Set to Go campaign Mind, the mental health charity, is in the second year of their three year programme called Get Set to Go, which aims to improve the lives of 75,000 people through access to sport. The programme is supported by Sport England and the National Lottery. About the campaign Mind have launched their second Get Set to Go marketing campaign promoting the benefits of exercise and physical activity for people with mental health problems, there specifically targeting women aged between 16 and 35. Research shows that women are less active than men: 1.7m more men play a sport once a week compared to women. Women are more likely than men to have a common mental health problem. To find out more click here.
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New fitness qualification unveiled for elite training A new Level 4 strength and conditioning fitness qualification has been created to help fitness professionals and sports coaches to carve a niche in the competitive world of elite training. The REPs-aligned course, developed by training provider Strength and Conditioning Education, aims to equip graduates with the training models and business tools needed to work with elite athletes, open their own performance gym, and work as a performance personal trainer. The first intake of the course begins in April, with scholarships available for people who have previously gained qualifications or undertaken mentoring with Strength and Conditioning Education. View the full news item
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Funding available for communities in Whitchurch who show commitment to improve physical activity in the town
Residents, community groups and organisations in Whitchurch are being invited to be part of a new initiative to address physical inactivity in the town.
The call out is part of Shropshire’s Everybody Active Every Day community fund project, a new community-based scheme which is being piloted in four areas across Shropshire.
The project has been set up by Shropshire Council’s public health team to help motivate communities to come up with ideas and sustainable projects to improve physical activity within their locality.
An Everybody Active Whitchurch working group has been set up and the scheme was launched on Saturday 2 April 2016 in the town. The group are engaging and working with the local community to come up with ideas for projects. Groups and organisations in Whitchurch will be invited to submit their projects to encourage physical activity, in particular amongst the less active communities. The projects can be targeted to any or all ages across the life course, from early years to later life. Those successful projects will then go out to a public vote in the town.
Councillor Mike McDonald, Mayor of Whitchurch, welcomed the news, saying:
“If you’ve got an idea for a project that would encourage more people in Whitchurch to be more active, then let us know. The projects can be targeted at one specific age group or appeal to everyone, from early years to later life. All projects will compete for funding through a public vote, so you will need to be prepared to gather voters.”
Whitchurch is one of four towns initially offered to take part, based on evidence of need. Other towns identified include Broseley, Wem and Craven Arms.
Anyone interested in joining the working group can contact Nicki Young, community enablement officer on 07990 085187 or email [email protected]. Click here for further information.
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Jewson Building Better Communities – Nominations are open until 29th April Jewson is giving away £100,000 to help build better communities. If you are working on a project to improve facilities in your community, they would like to hear from you. There’s a top prize of £50,000, which can be used to pay for both materials and labour. There are other prizes of between £1,000 and £5,000 to cover the cost of building materials. You can visit their website to nominate your project. You need to describe your project in 300 words, and include photos. Projects such as an improved play area or playing field facilities will be eligible. A shortlist will then be drawn up. If your project makes the shortlist then you need to get your community to vote, before a panel decides on the winners. View more details
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Postcode Community Trust – Deadline 31st May 2016 The Postcode Community Trust will re-open its Community Grants Programme for applications on the 1st May 2016. Through the Community Grants Programme, the Trust offers grants of up to £20,000 (£10,000 in Wales) to registered charities for projects that advance community development and promote social inclusion. The type of activities that could be funded include: · Exercise programmes for older people · Special programmes for disabled children and their families · Programmes that provide respite/additional care for parents of disabled children · Sporting projects that involve disabled people · Purchase of mini-buses to enable disabled or the elderly to take part more fully in community activities; etc. Constituted not for profit organisations that are not registered as charities can apply for grants of up to £2,000. The closing date for applications will be the 31st May 2016. For more information click here.
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Disabilities archery funding now available The funding scheme has been established to encourage and support the development of new projects. Funding is open to on target clubs, county archery associations, local councils, county sports partnerships, education establishments, other relevant agencies and not-for-profit organisations. Eligible projects will be those that seek to increase the number of disabled archers shooting regularly by either; enhancing the archery experience for current disabled participants (i.e. additional shooting time, coached sessions, competitions) and/or better skilled coaches or instructors delivering archery opportunities for disabled people and/or increasing opportunities for more disabled people/groups to take part in archery. This funding has been made available through Sport England and the Worshipful Company of Fletchers. For more information, please view the Guidance and Application Form or to apply online click here. Applications must be submitted by 1 May 2016.
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Lord’s Taverners MinibusesGrant Programme Deadline: 29th July 2016 The Lord’s Taverners, the UK's leading youth cricket and disability sports charity, has announced that its Minibuses grants programme will re-open for applications on the 1st May 2016.
Applications will be accepted from schools and organisations that cater for young people under the age of 25 who have a physical, sensory or learning disability. Please note that the Lord’s Taverners are unable to support schools that cater for socially disadvantaged children, or mainstream schools for children with behavioural problems. Last year the Lord’s Taverners, delivered 32 specially-adapted, wheelchair-accessible minibuses to schools, clubs and youth organisations across the UK. These vehicles give young people with disabilities access to new places and experiences. Lord's Taverners minibuses are based on the current Ford Transit model, with a diesel engine. The average cost to the charity of an accessible minibus is £52,500. The closing date will be the 29th July 2016. For more information click here.
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Macmillan Cancer Support Deadline: 13th May 2016 The grants scheme aims to fund individuals and groups that support people affected by cancer or campaign to improve cancer care. The grants available include: · Start-up funds to support new self-help and support project for people affected by cancer · Development funds to support the ongoing activities and development of self-help and support projects for people affected by cancer · User Involvement Grants to encourage the involvement of people affected by cancer in the design and improvement of cancer services · Individual Development Grants to enable people affected by cancer to develop their skills and use their cancer experience to help support others affected by cancer. For projects that have been running for less than 12 months the maximum grant is £500 and a maximum grant of £3,000 is available for projects that have been running for more than 12 months. Applications will be accepted from individuals or groups of people affected by cancer and organisations and professionals working in partnership with people affected by cancer. For more information click here.
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Women Make Coaching Event Energize have organised the first Women Make Coaching programme event which aims to provide an introduction to the programme and what it can offer. The event is for women that have an interest in starting coaching, and for those who currently coach in any sport. Speakers: Energize, Sports Coach UK, Kelly Edwards (Olympic Judo Athlete), and Nicky Fuller who is a local tutor coming to deliver a coaching bad behaviour in sport workshop. Details Date: Friday 15th April Time: 5.30pm-8.30pm Venue: University Centre Shrewsbury Cost: Free Book online via our Eventbrite page Need more information or have any questions? Please contact Elliot via email- Elliot Pottinger or call- 07852 871589
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Archery Instructor Course The Archery GB Instructor Award is the new entry level training course for people working in leisure, recreation and educational environments. The course is focussed on training learners to deliver fun and safe introductory archery sessions.
Entry • You don’t need any previous archery experience. • You need to be 17 years old or above.
About the course • The course will be delivered over 2 days - 9am-6pm on both days • There is a short practical assessment at the end.
What next? • Confidently lead your own archery sessions! • Work with beginners of all ages and ability. • Use your training in leisure, recreation or educational environments.
The course involves Shooting arrows ➤Delivering mini sessions ➤Selecting equipment ➤Setting up a range ➤Designing games.
When - Saturday, 16 April 2016 at 09:00 - Sunday, 17 April 2016 at 18:00 (BST)
Where - The Mary Webb School and Science College - Pontesbury Shrewsbury SY5 0TG,
Book online via our Eventbrite page
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Special Workshops: Including Local Planning For Play, Recreation and Sport The National Counties Playing Fields Association are currently offering a series of five informative workshops suitable for a wide range of interested parties to attend including, town and parish council members and officers, university staff and students, sport club administrators and local community organisations including resident groups and play group organisers.
The current workshop on offer looks at Improving Understanding of the Local Planning System for Open Space Sport, Play and Recreation Facility Provision. Click here for dates of the workshops and further information The workshops can also be organised around your needs; at your own venue at a time and date to suit your members (Minimum 8 – Maximum 12 delegates) again for no charge (you promote the event, provide the venue plus tea and coffee) To book or discuss further contact: E-Mail: [email protected] or Telephone 01743-850943 David Kilby: Secretary Shropshire Playing Fields Association.
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Athletics - Fulfil your potential Cerebral Palsy Sport have announced entries are open for the Athletics Series and National Championships. You can download them from their website. http://www.cpsport.org/sports/athletics/athletics-events/ RaceRunning is suitable for Children, young people and adults who cannot functionally run and rely on sports aids for mobility and balance. The athlete propels against the frame using their feet, and steers using the mobility within their hands and/or arms. Please see their website for more details: http://www.cpsport.org/events/
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National
Governing
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(NGB) Updates
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Help us to help you and your organisation Do you want to increase participation in group activity? Are you interested in finding out more about your customers? If the answer is yes, then be a part of the exercise move dance participation survey. You will get to find out: Consumer behaviour and their activity trends Motivations and barriers towards participation Satisfaction levels of current participants Inactivity levels of current participation Latent demand Demographics of your audience Many other exciting finds that will help you business strategy The survey will be live during May and June 2016. We will provide you with a link to the survey and all you will need to do is ask your customers to fill it in. The Exercise Move Dance team will provide you with detailed bespoke analysis of your direct audience as well as providing a report containing industry findings.
To be a part of this exciting opportunity and to find out more, contact Phil Gower or phone 01403 266000.
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Single organisation for British Baseball and softball? Thursday, 14 April 2016 8.00 - 9.00 pm, Webinar Following discussions about the way in which the parties were operating and being administered, the British Baseball Federation (BBF), British Softball Federation (BSF) and BaseballSoftballUK (BSUK) took the decision to carry out a fundamental review of the relationships between the three organisations and to consider the best structure for the sports of baseball and softball. The project group which has been leading on this work made a short presentation to the BSF AGM in February, and over the coming months has plans to provide regular opportunities for further feedback and engagement. The first of which is a 1 hour webinar on Thursday, 14 April at 8pm. Source of information
Save the date for #TableTennisDay - 14 July This year’s #TableTennisDay will be on Thursday July 14th. Table Tennis England are already planning our own special event to mark the day, and it’s time for clubs, workplaces, schools and other organisations to think about how they are going to mark the day. This is our chance to raise the profile of the sport and to reach out to new participants, volunteers and officials. We are currently working on a toolkit packed with ideas and resources to make your event a success. View the full news item
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Job - Sports Partnership Herefordshire & Worcestershire (CSP) Youth Engagement Officer Location: Worcester Terms: Full time - Fixed term Closing date: 17th April 2016 View more details
Job – The University Of Warwick Head of Business Development Location: Coventry Terms: Full time Closing date: 6th May 2016 View more details
Job - Oaks Consultancy Ltd Grant Funding Account Manager - Trusts and Foundations Location: Solihull Terms: Full time - permanent Closing date: 24 April 2016 View more details
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BEN HARPER: Senior Sports Manager
LAURA KERRIGAN: Senior Business Manager
HELEN WHITE: Marketing & Communications Manager
HELEN MADDEN: Office Manager
JOE LOCKLEY: Club Development Manager
HARRY CADE: Youth Sport Manager
ELLIOT POTTINGER: Coaching and Volunteering Manager
HELEN WHITE: Business Development Officer
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