Physical Activity Development Team

Physical Activity Development Team

To promote sport and physical activity in the borough, physical activity development officers have been stationed in West Bromwich, Tipton, Rowley and Smethwick.

The team aims to get Sandwell residents more active – whether they like bowls or line dancing!
 
If you are a sports club or community group, based in Sandwell, that are looking to expand you adult section and would like support in developing this or support in accessing small grants then please contact the Physical Activity Development Officer in your area.
 
We also want to hear from you if you’ve got an idea for an event or want to get involved locally...
 
You can also find out details of latest news and events taking place in Sandwell by visiting our Latest News page.
 
 

Smethwick

Jasmine Heir has formed partnerships with local schools to run activities for parents. She set up a health awareness programme at the Asian Shelter & Residential Association (ASRA).

For more information, contact Jasmine on 0121 434 4848 or email jasmine_heir@sandwell.gov.uk

Tipton

Lisa Rashid has restarted the ‘ladies only’ swimming sessions at Tipton Swimming Centre and set up a new bowls session at Tipton Sports Academy. Sandwell’s first ever Aquathon also took place at Tipton Swimming Centre and Victoria Park.

For more information, contact Lisa on 0121 506 4980 or email lisa_rashid@sandwell.gov.uk

Download the latest Tipton Newsletter here.
 

West Bromwich

Vina Fatania is offering dance mat taster sessions to community groups. She organised an ‘Easter Orienteering Eggstravaganza’ at Sandwell Valley Park Farm.

For more information, contact Vina on 0121 506 4980 or email vina_fatania@sandwell.gov.uk
 
Download the latest West Bromwich newsletter here.

Rowley Regis

Matt Hill has worked with Haden Hill Badminton Club to gain Sport England funding and create a new weekly pay and play coaching session. 50+ exercise classes have been created in partnership with The Salvation Army, Cradley Heath and St Giles Church, Rowley. Other activities across Rowley include Salsa dancing, indoor and outdoor bowls, exercise classes and Netball.

For more information, contact Matt on 01384 564811 or email matthew_hill@sandwell.gov.uk.
 
Download the latest Rowley Regis Newsletter here.

Wednesbury (Friar Park)

Lorna Deere-Pace
Contact Lorna on 07837 094352 or email Lorna.Deere-pace@sandwell-pct.nhs.uk
 

Oldbury

Contact the Sport and Physical Activity Team on 0121 506 4980
 
 
 
 
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