Melton Sport and Health Alliance

01/10/2026

Last year, over 10,000 children and young people took part in Active Travel Month! Can we beat that this year?

Will you be walking, cycling or scooting to school this week? 🚶‍♀️🚲🛴

29/09/2026

From active breaktimes and inclusive PE lessons to after-school clubs and wellbeing initiatives, some schools are going above and beyond to help children lead active, healthy lives. 💪⚽🏃‍♀️

We’re looking for nominations for Active School of the Year Award! This award celebrates schools that:
✅Champion physical activity and wellbeing
✅Create inclusive opportunities for all pupils
✅Build strong partnerships in their community
✅Inspire young people to be active every day

Know a local school making a real difference? Now's your chance to give them the recognition they deserve! 👏

📣 Nominate your local school today: https://www.meltonsportandhealth.org.uk/lets-get-moving-melton-awards

27/09/2026

🏆Introducing the Young Inclusive Activity Achievement Award 2026 🏆

Do you know an incredible young person with a learning and/or physical disability who has shown determination, resilience and commitment through sport or physical activity?

Whether they've overcome barriers, achieved personal milestones, or found confidence and joy through being active, we want to hear their story!🙌

👉 Get nominating today: https://www.meltonsportandhealth.org.uk/lets-get-moving-melton-awards

24/09/2026

I am delighted to announce that the first cohort of runners from the Melton Couch to 5K run by Stilton Striders Running Club and Melton Running Club - MRC will be celebrating completion of their 10 week programme at Melton Mowbray parkrun on Saturday (26th September). 👏🎉
To mark the occasion there will be a group of runners from Stilton Striders Running Club who will be pacing times from 22 to 40 minutes. 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏻‍♂️
Please come along to join in the celebration and pace yourself to a new PB at the same time.
I hope you join me in congratulating the C25K graduates and welcoming them to our fabulous Melton Mowbray parkrun family.
Mike 🏅👏😁

24/09/2026

🌟Do you know an amazing young volunteer making a difference through sport and physical activity in Melton?🌟

Whether they're coaching, supporting sessions, refereeing games, helping with equipment, time keeping or always going the extra mile, now is the time to celebrate their hard work!

🏆The Young Volunteer of the Year Award, recognises a young person who has shown outstanding commitment, enthusiasm and dedication to volunteering in our local community.

👏 Nominate them today for a Let’s Get Moving Melton Award: https://www.meltonsportandhealth.org.uk/lets-get-moving-melton-awards

21/09/2026

🙌Nominations are now OPEN for the Let’s Get Moving Melton Awards 2026!

Do you know an individual, team, club, school or organisation making a difference through sport, physical activity, health and wellbeing in Melton? Now is your chance to celebrate their achievements! 🏃‍♂️🏊🏈⚽🎾

The awards are back with a bang and this year we have introduced brand new award categories to recognise an even wider range of achievements across our community.

Children & Young People Awards:
⭐ Young Volunteer of the Year
⭐ Young Inclusive Activity Achievement Award
⭐ Active School of the Year
⭐ Young Team of the Year
⭐ Young Group/Club of the Year
⭐ Young Sportsperson of the Year
⭐ Young Outstanding Contribution Award

Adult Awards:
⭐ Volunteer of the Year
⭐ Inclusive Activity Achievement Award
⭐ Physical Activity Provider of the Year
⭐ Moving for Health Award
⭐ Team of the Year
⭐ Group/Club of the Year
⭐ Sportsperson of the Year
⭐ Outstanding Contribution Award

Read the awards criteria on our website to find the category that best matches your nominee's achievements: https://www.meltonsportandhealth.org.uk/lets-get-moving-melton-awards

👉 Nominate today: https://www.meltonsportandhealth.org.uk/lets-get-moving-melton-awards

Let's shine a spotlight on the people, clubs, schools and organisations helping to get the Melton Borough moving!

Melton Borough Council

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16/09/2026

🎉💪 Happy National Fitness Day! 💪🎉

Today, we're celebrating the power of movement and the incredible ways people across Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland choose to be active.

Whether you're walking the dog 🚶, cycling to work 🚴, swimming 🏊, taking part in a fitness class 🧘, playing sport ⚽ or simply moving more throughout your day, every step counts.

National Fitness Day is Powered by You. Your goals, your journey and the activities that work for your lifestyle.

No matter your age, ability or experience, today is the perfect opportunity to do something active and enjoy the physical and mental wellbeing benefits that come with it. 💚

Looking for a new activity to try?

👉 https://ow.ly/Nxl850ZKgOT

16/09/2026

🚨Last chance to register!🚨

There are only a few days left to secure your place at our first Let’s Get Moving Connect & Collaborate Event on Friday 2nd October!

🏃‍♀️ Sports clubs
🤸 Community physical activity providers
💪 Fitness instructors

Join us for an evening of networking, collaboration and hear from a range of speakers to inspire more people, to be more active, more often across the Melton Borough.

📧RSVP by emailing: [email protected]

Melton & Belvoir School Sport and Physical Activity Network

📢 Reminder! Physical Activity Instructors, Coaches & Sports Clubs in the Melton Borough! Have you booked your place at our Let's Get Moving Connect & Collaborate Event yet? 🙌

Join us for an evening of networking, collaboration and insight as we bring together local organisations, clubs, coaches and activity providers who are passionate about helping Melton residents become more active. 💚

📅 Friday 2nd October 2026
⏰ 6pm to 8pm (arrivals from 5.30pm)
📍 Council Chamber, Parkside, Burton Street, LE13 1GH

✅ Meet local partners and activity providers
✅ Learn about support, training and development opportunities
✅ Find out more about our Community Pathway offer
✅ Share what you do and help us connect residents to local activities

📧 RSVP by 5pm on Friday 18 September 2026 to: [email protected]

We'd love to see you there! 👋

Melton Borough Council Melton & Belvoir School Sport and Physical Activity Network

16/09/2026

FREE Sport Welfare training this September & October ‼️👀

Whether you’re a coach, welfare officer, volunteer, parent or carer, there’s a variety of learning opportunities to help you feel more confident supporting the safety and wellbeing of young people in sport.

Delivered by UK Coaching and Violence Reduction Network LLR, these free and discounted sessions are designed to build your knowledge and help you make a real difference.

🔗 Find a session and book your place today: https://ow.ly/WTs150ZOaGO

15/09/2026

🙌We have a new Steady Steps 24 week programme starting on Monday 21st September.

💪👉 Are you looking to develop your strength and balance? Or do you know someone who has had a fall and feels unsteady on their feet?

Our Steady Steps programme could be for you. This seated exercise class is designed to improve strength, balance, mobility and confidence.

Session details:
📅Monday’s
⏰2pm-3pm
📌Methodist Church, Sandy Lane, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0AW

For further information please contact our Steady Steps programme co-ordinator, Evie: 07896856258 / [email protected]