Active Children & Young People

Supporting children and young people to turn movement into something meaningful 

For some children, being active feels natural. For others, it can feel challenging or out of reach. The journey into movement often begins with a small spark of curiosity, and the right environment can help that spark grow. 

Our work is grounded in empathy, inclusion and evidence. Together, we support consistent and welcoming approaches across the day that help children think, feel, move and connect. This enables being active to become a meaningful and positive part of everyday life for all young people. 

More children are getting involved than ever before, but too many are still missing out on the rewards of an active lifestyle. Children need 60 minutes of physical activity daily, with at least 30 minutes taking place outside of school. 

Roller Skating Session

SASP are dedicated to providing inclusive and accessible opportunities for children with disabilities and their families. SASP provide targeted programmes that are designed with individuals needs in mind. Find out more information below on our 'Get Active Together' programme and our 'Move To Include' programme.

During the school holidays, SASP and partners deliver a wide range of enriching opportunities for young people, discover more below and take a look at our activity finder. We also work with schools across the full school day, before, during and after school. Find out more information on our programmes and offer Here

Happy Healthy Holidays
Happy Healthy Holidays
Happy Healthy Holidays
Enriching activities provided across Somerset, including food, for children eligible for benefits related free school meals during the school holidays.
Get Active Together
Get Active Together
Get Active Together
Opportunities for families to take part in activities together, with disabled and non-disabled siblings sharing experiences and having fun together. Takes place through school holidays.
Place Based Activities
Place Based Activities
Place Based Activities
Use our activity finder to find local activities for children and young people.

Activities in your local community are also important for young people to be part of, building belonging, confidence and having fun. We offer targeted support across communities to support individuals through the following programmes. 

Jump Start
Jump Start
Jump Start
High quality, trauma informed, young person-centred alternative provision across Somerset. Supporting young people to take steps to a positive future with the support of mentors and community provision.
Move to Include
Move to Include
Move to Include
Support for people with a learning disability and/or autism to get involved in community sport and physical activity. Anyone can make a nomination, professionals, families, or individuals themselves.
Day By Day
Day By Day
Day By Day
Day By Day is a project supporting young adults aged 16-25 in Somerset who are or have been at risk of self-harm and suicide.

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Yoga

Yoga in The Park - Bridgwater

Sun 6th September at 9.30am
+ 1 more date
Blake Gardens
8 Binford Place, Bridgwater, ...
Free
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Yoga

Park Yoga - Taunton

Sun 6th September at 9.30am
+ 1 more date
Vivary Park
Upper High Street, Taunton, T ...
Free
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Walking

Langport Level 2 Health Walk

Sun 6th September at 11am
+ 9 more dates
Ell's Rose and Crown
Huish Episcopi, Langport, TA1 ...
Free
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Yoga

Yoga for Living with and be ...

Mon 7th September at 9am
+ 29 more dates
Centre for Outdoor Activity and Community Hub (COACH)
French Weir Park, Taunton, TA ...
Free
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Walking

Yeovil Level 3 Health Walk

Mon 7th September at 9.30am
+ 19 more dates
Goldenstones Leisure Centre
Brunswick Street, Yeovil, BA2 ...
Free
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Walking

Street All Levels Health Walk

Mon 7th September at 10am
+ 19 more dates
Crispin Community Centre
4 Leigh Road, Street, BA16 0HA
Free
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Walking

Ilminster Level 2 Health Walk

Mon 7th September at 10am
+ 20 more dates
Ilminster Health Centre
Canal Way, Ilminster, TA19 9FE
Free
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Walking

Steart Marshes Level 1 Heal ...

Mon 7th September at 10am
+ 20 more dates
Steart Marshes Car Park
Car Park, Bridgwater, TA5 2PU
Free
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Walking

Frome Beginner & Level 1 He ...

Mon 7th September at 10.15am
+ 19 more dates
Cheese & Grain
Market Yard, Justice Lane, Fr ...
Free
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Walking

Wellington Level 1 & 3 Heal ...

Mon 7th September at 10.30am
+ 41 more dates
Wellington
Free
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Multi-Sports

Ashill Stars!

Mon 7th September at 11am
+ 14 more dates
Ashill Village Hall
Ashill Village Hall, Ilminste ...
£3
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Football

Seniors Football

Mon 7th September at 12.30pm
+ 45 more dates
Taunton Vale Sports Centre
Taunton Vale Sports Centre, G ...
£4
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Multi-Activity

Low Impact Activities at Ye ...

Mon 7th September at 1pm
+ 29 more dates
Yeovil Library
King George Street, Yeovil, S ...
Free
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Walking

Taunton Level 1 & 2 Health ...

Mon 7th September at 1.30pm
+ 3 more dates
Somerset County Cricket Club
Taunton, Somerset
Free
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Walking

Crewkerne Level 2 & 3 Healt ...

Tue 8th September at 9.30am
+ 20 more dates
Crewkerne Aqua Centre
Henhayes Lane, Crewkerne, TA1 ...
Free
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Walking

Minehead Level 4 Health Walk

Tue 8th September at 9.30am
+ 20 more dates
Minehead
Free
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Walking

Shepton Mallet Beginners He ...

Tue 8th September at 10am
+ 20 more dates
Collett Park Cafe
Collett Park, Park Road, Shep ...
Free
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Walking

Minehead Level 3 Health Walk

Tue 8th September at 10am
+ 20 more dates
Minehead
Free
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Walking

Ilminster Level 3 Health Walk

Tue 8th September at 10am
+ 20 more dates
Ilminster Health Centre
Canal Way, Ilminster, TA19 9FE
Free
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Walking

Dulverton Level 3 Health Walk

Tue 8th September at 10am
+ 20 more dates
Dulverton
Free
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Walking

Martock Level 1 Health Walk

Tue 8th September at 10.30am
+ 4 more dates
Martock Recreation Ground
14 Church Street, Martock, TA ...
Free
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Walking

Yeovil Level 1 & 2 Health Walk

Tue 8th September at 10.30am
+ 20 more dates
Goldenstones Leisure Centre
Brunswick Street, Yeovil, BA2 ...
Free
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Walking

Yeovil Level 2 Health Walk

Tue 8th September at 2pm
+ 20 more dates
The Gateway Cafe
The Gateway Cafe, Yeovil, BA2 ...
Free
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Walking

Frome Level 1 & 2 Health Walk

Wed 9th September at 9.15am
+ 20 more dates
Frome Medical Practice
Enos Way, Frome, BA11 2FH
Free
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Walking

Chard Level 1 Health Walk

Wed 9th September at 10am
+ 10 more dates
Ariel Healthcare
Summerfields Road, Chard, TA2 ...
Free
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Walking

Glastonbury Level 1 Health ...

Wed 9th September at 10am
+ 21 more dates
Glastonbury Town Hall
Town Hall, Magdalene Street, ...
Free
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Walking

Cannington Level 1 Health Walk

Wed 9th September at 10am
+ 10 more dates
Cannington Phone Box
Phone Box, Brook Street, TA5 2JL
Free
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Walking

Taunton Level 1 & 2 Health ...

Wed 9th September at 10.15am
+ 20 more dates
Taunton
Free
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Walking

Wiveliscombe Beginner Healt ...

Wed 9th September at 10.30am
+ 20 more dates
Lister House Surgery
Croft Way, Wiveliscombe, TA4 2BF
Free
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Walking

Burnham-on-Sea Level 1 & 2 ...

Wed 9th September at 10.30am
+ 20 more dates
Marine Cove
Sea Front, Burnham-On-Sea
Free
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Walking

Bridgwater Town Level 1 Hea ...

Wed 9th September at 11am
+ 10 more dates
Bridgwater Town Centre Morrisons
The Broadway, Bridgwater, TA6 ...
Free
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Walking

Bridgwater Level 1 Health Walk

Wed 9th September at 11am
+ 10 more dates
Somerset Bridge Medical Centre
Stockmoor Close, Taunton Road ...
Free
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Multi-Activity

Happier, Healthier, More Ac ...

Wed 9th September at 11am
+ 7 more dates
Wiveliscombe Community Centre
West Street, Wiveliscombe, So ...
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Football

Seniors Football

Wed 9th September at 11am
+ 97 more dates
Hinkley Point Sedgemoor Campus
Bath Road, Bridgewater, TA6 4DE
£2
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Multi-Activity

Glastonbury Stars!

Wed 9th September at 11.30am
+ 14 more dates
Tor Leisure Centre
Street Road, Glastonbury, BA6 ...
£3
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Multi-Activity

Low Impact Activities at Ta ...

Wed 9th September at 2pm
+ 29 more dates
Taunton Library
Paul Street, Taunton, Somerse ...
Free
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Walking

Wells Level 1 Health Walk

Thu 10th September at 10am
+ 9 more dates
East Somerset Morrisons
Parkwood Estate, Wells, BA5 1SQ
Free
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Walking

Bruton Level 2 Health Walk

Thu 10th September at 10am
+ 18 more dates
Bruton, The Green at Church Bridge
The Green at Church Bridge, B ...
Free
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Walking

Minehead Beginner, Level 1 ...

Thu 10th September at 10am
+ 20 more dates
Minehead
Free
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Walking

Highbridge Level 2 Health Walk

Thu 10th September at 10am
+ 20 more dates
Purple Spoon Cafe
Huntspill road, Highbridge, T ...
Free
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Walking

Steart Marshes Level 2 & 3 ...

Thu 10th September at 10am
+ 18 more dates
Steart Marshes Car Park
Car Park, Bridgwater, TA5 2PU
Free
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Walking

Merriott Level 2 Health Walk

Thu 10th September at 10.30am
+ 9 more dates
Ark at Egwood
Egwood House, Merriott, TA16 5QN
Free
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Walking

Wincanton Beginner Health Walk

Thu 10th September at 11.30am
+ 4 more dates
Cale Park Car Park
31 Cavalier Way, Wincanton, B ...
Free
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Movement

Sugar Smart - Bridgwater

Thu 10th September at 1pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
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Physical Activity

Happier, Healthier, More Ac ...

Thu 10th September at 1pm
+ 7 more dates
Victoria Park Health and Wellbeing Hub.
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgewa ...
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Multi-Sports

Sedgemoor Stars!

Thu 10th September at 1pm
+ 14 more dates
YMCA Bridgwater
The George Williams Centre, F ...
£3
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Walking

Bridgwater Level 2 Health Walk

Thu 10th September at 2pm
+ 4 more dates
Stockmoor Cafe
Nokoto Drive, Bridgwater, TA6 ...
Free
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Walking

Yeovil Level 1 Health Walk

Thu 10th September at 2pm
+ 20 more dates
Ninesprings Cafe
27 Brunswick Street, Yeovil, ...
Free
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Multi-Activity

Low Impact Activities at Br ...

Thu 10th September at 2.30pm
+ 57 more dates
Bridgwater Library
Bridgwater Library, 8 Binford ...
Free
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Walking

Ilminster Level 3 Health Walk

Thu 10th September at 6.30pm
+ 7 more dates
Ilminster
Free
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Walking

Bridgwater Level 2 Health Walk

Fri 11th September at 10am
+ 18 more dates
Cranleigh Gardens Medical Centre
Cranleigh Gardens, Bridgwater ...
Free
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Walking

Glastonbury Level 3 & 4 Hea ...

Fri 11th September at 10am
+ 9 more dates
Glastonbury Town Hall
Town Hall, Magdalene Street, ...
Free
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Walking

Queen Camel Level 3 Health ...

Fri 11th September at 10am
+ 18 more dates
Old School Cafe
Old School Cafe, Queen Carmel ...
Free
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Walking

Frome Level 3 & 4 Health Walk

Fri 11th September at 10.15am
+ 18 more dates
Frome
Free
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Physical Activity

Stronger 4 Longer

Sat 12th September at 1pm
+ 10 more dates
Wellington Baptist Church
28 South St, Wellington, Some ...
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Physical Activity

Mindful Movement

Sat 12th September at 2.30pm
+ 10 more dates
Wellington Baptist Church
28 South St, Wellington, Some ...
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Walking

Stoke-sub-Hamdon Level 3 He ...

Mon 14th September at 10am
+ 9 more dates
The Lighthouse Coffee Shop
All Saints Hall, Yeovil, TA14 ...
Free
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Walking

Langport Level 3 Health Walk

Mon 14th September at 10.30am
+ 9 more dates
Langport Library
Whatley, Langport, TA10 9RA
Free
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Walking

Good Grief Cafe - Bridgwater

Mon 14th September at 1.30pm
+ 1 more date
The Green at Wembdon
Homberg Way, Wembdon, Bridgwa ...
Funded
Funded Places
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Walking

Edington Level 1 Health Walk

Mon 14th September at 1.30pm
+ 8 more dates
Edington Surgery
Quarry Ground, Broadway, Brid ...
Free
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Walking

Wells Level 3 Health Walk

Tue 15th September at 10am
+ 9 more dates
East Somerset Morrisons
Parkwood Estate, Wells, BA5 1SQ
Free
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Walking

Langport Level 1 Health Walk

Tue 15th September at 10.15am
+ 9 more dates
Langport Library
Whatley, Langport, TA10 9RA
Free
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Walking

Taunton Beginner Level Heal ...

Tue 15th September at 11am
+ 9 more dates
Vivary Park
Upper High Street, Taunton, T ...
Free
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Walking

Woolavington Level 1 Health ...

Tue 15th September at 1.30pm
+ 8 more dates
Woolavington Village Hall
Village Hall, Higher Road, Br ...
Free
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Walking

Shepton Mallet Level 2 Heal ...

Wed 16th September at 10am
+ 9 more dates
Collett Park Cafe
Collett Park, Park Road, Shep ...
Free
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Walking

Ruishton Level 3 Health Walk

Wed 16th September at 10.30am
+ 3 more dates
Ruishton Village Hall
Cheats Road, Taunton, TA3 5JD
Free
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Conference

Women & Girls Health & Well ...

Wed 16th September at 11am
+ 14 more dates
Minehead Methodist Church
31 The Avenue, Minehead, TA24 ...
Free
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Walking

Avalon Marshes Level 1 Heal ...

Thu 17th September at 10am
+ 9 more dates
Avalon Marshes Centre
Shapwick Road, Westhay, BA6 9TT
Free
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Walking

Somerton Level 1 & 2 Health ...

Thu 17th September at 11.30am
+ 8 more dates
Somerton Library
Cox's Yard, West Street, Some ...
Free
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Movement

Movement as Medicine - Brid ...

Thu 17th September at 1pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
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Walking

Martock Level 2 Health Walk

Fri 18th September at 9.30am
+ 4 more dates
Moorland Shopping Centre
Moorland Shopping Centre, Mar ...
Free
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Physical Activity

Joint Friendly Fitness

Sat 19th September at 1.30pm
Lifestyle Fitness Langport
Wincanton Road, Huish Episcop ...
Funded
Funded Places
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Physical Activity

Chair Yoga

Sat 19th September at 3pm
Lifestyle Fitness Langport
Wincanton Road, Huish Episcop ...
Funded
Funded Places
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Walking

Wedmore Level 3 Health Walk

Thu 24th September at 10.15am
Sweets Tea Rooms
Sweet Tea Rooms, Glastonbury, ...
Free
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Walking

Creech St Michael Level 2 H ...

Thu 24th September at 10.30am
Creech St.Michael Village Hall Car Park
Village Hall Car Park, Creech ...
Free
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Walking

Martock Level 1 Health Walk

Fri 25th September at 10.30am
+ 3 more dates
Moorland Shopping Centre
Moorland Shopping Centre, Mar ...
Free
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Multi-Sports

Fit for Work- Bridgwater

Fri 25th September at 1pm
+ 10 more dates
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
Free
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Walking

Crewkerne Family Health Walk

Sat 26th September at 9.45am
+ 4 more dates
Crewkerne Aqua Centre
Henhayes Lane, Crewkerne, TA1 ...
Free
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Multi-Activity

Pain Cafe - Minehead

Wed 30th September at 10am
+ 6 more dates
The Beach Wellness
The Avenue, Minehead, TA24 5AP
Funded
Funded Places
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Multi-Activity

Pain Cafe - Bridgwater

Wed 30th September at 10.30am
+ 6 more dates
Mingle Cafe
70, 72 St John St, Bridgwater ...
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Walking

Martock Level 3 & 4 Health ...

Fri 2nd October at 9.30am
+ 2 more dates
Moorland Shopping Centre
Moorland Shopping Centre, Mar ...
Free
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Walking

Creech St Michael Level 3 H ...

Wed 7th October at 10.30am
+ 2 more dates
Creech St.Michael Canal side Car Park
Car Park, Creech St.Michael, ...
Free
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Movement

Eat yourself Healthier - Br ...

Thu 8th October at 1pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
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Physical Activity

Weight, Wellbeing & Medication

Sat 10th October at 1.15pm
+ 11 more dates
The Beach Wellness
The Avenue, Minehead, TA24 5AP
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Movement

Sleep better, feel better - ...

Thu 15th October at 1pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
Funded
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Multi-Activity

Living well with pain - 23 Oct

Fri 23rd October at 10am
+ 5 more dates
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
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Movement

Stress, taking the pressure ...

Thu 29th October at 1pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
Funded
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Multi-Activity

Women's Wellness - November

Wed 4th November at 10am
+ 5 more dates
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
Funded
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Movement

Improve your mood- Bridgwater

Thu 26th November at 1pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
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Movement

Making Healthy Habits Stick ...

Thu 3rd December at 2pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
Funded
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Multi-Activity

Living well with pain - Jan ...

Fri 8th January at 10am
+ 5 more dates
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
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Are you a young person?

Is something worrying you? Do not keep it to yourself. Tell an adult you trust as soon as possible.

You can contact us about anything. Whatever your concern, it is always better to talk about it. We are here to support you in any way we can.
Call our office on 01823 653990 and ask to speak to either Laura Carter or Jane Clark.

We are not available 24/7, but you can always contact Childline on 0800 1111. Calls are free from landlines and mobiles in the UK and will not appear on your phone bill. You can call even if you do not have credit on your mobile phone.

Click Here to visit Childline's Sport and Exercise information for advice on issues relating to sport.

Remember do not let anyone spoil the fun. Sport and physical activity should be enjoyable. They give you the chance to make new friends, try new activities, and surprise yourself with what you can achieve.

Further Support & Resources

10 Minute Shake Up games
10 Minute Shake Up games
10 Minute Shake Up games
Get the kids moving with these fun games inspired by some of their favourite Disney characters.
Challenges Website
Challenges Website
Challenges Website
The SASP Challenges platform helps schools and young people take part in fun, inclusive activity challenges. Whether tracking steps, minutes or miles, it encourages pupils to stay active, build healthy habits and work together while seeing how they compare with others on the leaderboard.
Work Experience
Work Experience
Work Experience
SASP offers a limited number of work experience placements each year, depending on staff capacity and our ability to provide a meaningful experience. Open to students in Secondary, Further and Higher Education, placements are a great way to build skills, gain insight into the workplace and support future career choices.
Healthy Somerset
Healthy Somerset
Healthy Somerset
Good health supports a child or young person’s ability to thrive, develop, stay safe and achieve as they grow up. This page includes information and resources to support and promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families from 5 to 18 years.