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Innovation in Sussex

Latest local initiatives across Sussex that are capitalising on the changing habits of physical activity.

Here we share some of the latest local initiatives across Sussex that are capitalising on the changing habits of physical activity, keeping communities moving in new ways and reaching those most at risk of inactivity, particularly in light of the restrictions surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Bridging the Digital Divide – Impact Initiatives

Impact Initiatives have been extremely successful at engaging people both on and offline since the pandemic began through The Hop 50+, a cafe and centre in Hove.

02 December 2021

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Building a ‘person like me’ workforce – Running Space

Running Space have recruited run leaders from the participants who attend their 'Running to beat suicide' sessions

02 December 2021

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Going beyond 12-week exercise referrals – Active Worthing

Active Worthing Wellbeing Centre support people with long-term conditions to become, and stay active.

02 December 2021

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Boxing to improve confidence – Box HIIT Gym

Box HIIT Gym used funding from Active Sussex to form a project boxing for teens aged 14-19, aiming to get them active and support mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

02 December 2021

We want to hear from you!

We are always looking out for good practice examples that we can share with our partners and in our network. Get in touch with us on the information below to tell us about how you are capitalising on the changing habits of physical activity.

Alex Bunce

Marketing & Communications Officer

Responsible for internal and external communications, digital communications, strategic communications, social media management, media relations, the Active Sussex website and coordinating print and branded materials.

Email: abunce@activesussex.org