Active Leeds introduces low sensory gym sessions
ACTIVE Leeds is introducing low sensory gym sessions across some of its gyms. The sessions are designed to offer a safe and inclusive space for individuals with autism, ADHD and other neurodiverse conditions. Loud music and bright lights can be a trigger for neurodivergent people, making activity in a gym environment very challenging; the aim […]
First UK leisure centre achieves award for its commitment to tackling inequalities
ACTIVE Nottingham’s Ken Martin Leisure Centre (part of Nottingham City Council) has become the first in the country to achieve the Quest Tackling Inequalities in Leisure Standard. The Tacking Inequalities in Leisure accolade was bestowed on the centre as part of its Sport England Quest assessment, which measures how well a facility is operating and […]
Lioness hero takes on Peloton cycling challenge
A PELOTON indoor cycling challenge has raised £22,500 for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, a charity committed to helping improve the lives of those affected by Motor Neuron Disease. The Foundation was established by Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir OBE, who died in November aged 52, six years after being diagnosed with MND. Led by developer […]
Work gets underway on £24m community leisure, health and wellbeing hub
WORK gets underway this month to replace Sharley Park Leisure Centre in Clay Cross with a new community hub including leisure and health services in a project led by Alliance Leisure. The £24.1m scheme forms a key part of North East Derbyshire District Council’s Clay Cross Town Investment Plan, which aims to deliver a number […]
Charitable trust appoints new chief executive
BPL has appointed Michael Hirst as its new chief executive. Michael joined BPL in 2004 as a marketing manager and since then has seen the trust go from strength to strength. BPL now operates 10 health and fitness facilities across Barnsley, Bassetlaw, Mansfield and Pontefract, including its flagship site Barnsley Metrodome. Michael said: “It’s an […]