The Armed Forces Family Programme

What is it?  

Harnessing the power of sport and physical activity, this programme supports children and young people from armed forces families across Somerset to build confidence, boost wellbeing, develop resilience, and help young people regulate their emotions through regular, engaging sessions. All sessions are free to attend and offer at least one hour of positive engagement each week. 

The programme includes two core elements: 

  • 1:1 activity sessions - For ages 8-18, these are tailored to each young person's interests and delivered within their local community. 
  • Weekly group sessions - For ages 6-16, held every Wednesday from 4:30-5:30pm at Norton Manor Camp, Taunton (term time only). These club-style sessions offer fun, structured activities in a safe and supportive environment. 

Get involved:

Whether you're interested in our one-to-one support or weekly clubs, use the form to make a nomination. Once submitted, we'll be in touch to arrange an initial meeting, this would be a great opportunity to ask any questions and learn more about what we offer. 

Who's it for?

 Children and young people.

Where?

Somerset wide. 

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Agility
Fitness
High Intensity
Low Impact
Low Intensity
Walking
Multi-Activity

Happier, Healthier, More Ac ...

Tue 26th May at 12.45pm
Victoria Park Health and Wellbeing Hub.
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgewa ...
Free
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Multi-Activity

Happier, Healthier, More Ac ...

Wed 27th May at 11am
Wellington Medical Centre
Mantle Street, Wellington, TA ...
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Multi-Activity

Heartsmart Bridgwater - May ...

Thu 28th May at 1pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
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Living Well with Type 2 Dia ...

Thu 28th May at 2pm
The Green at Wembdon
Homberg Way, Wembdon, Bridgew ...
Free
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Outdoor Activities

Inclusive Outdoor Activity ...

Thu 28th May at 2pm
YMCA Bridgwater
The George Williams Centre, F ...
£10
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10 Footsteps approach for L ...

Fri 29th May at 10am
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
Free
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Physical Activity

Community Weight Management

Fri 29th May at 6.45pm
Crewkerne Aqua Centre
Henhayes Lane, Crewkerne, TA1 ...
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Physical Activity

Seated Exercise

Sat 30th May at 10am
St Dunstan's House Community Health & Wellbeing Centre
Magdalene Street, Glastonbury ...
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Physical Activity

Better Movement

Sat 30th May at 11.30am
St Dunstan's House Community Health & Wellbeing Centre
Magdalene Street, Glastonbury ...
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Physical Activity

Doable Diabetes Fitness

Sat 30th May at 1.30pm
Lifestyle Fitness Langport
Wincanton Road, Huish Episcop ...
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Physical Activity

Seated Exercise

Sat 30th May at 3pm
Lifestyle Fitness Langport
Wincanton Road, Huish Episcop ...
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Movement

ONLINE Endometriosis Holist ...

Tue 2nd June at 6.30pm
Online
ONLINE SASP, 1st Floor Office ...
£5
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Multi-Sports

Fit for Work- Taunton

Fri 5th June at 10.30am
West Monkton Village Hall
Monkton Heathfield Road, Taun ...
Free
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Physical Activity

No Strings Badminton

Sat 6th June at 10.45am
Everyone Active Wellington
Corams Lane, Wellington, TA21 ...
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Funded Places
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Physical Activity

Better Movement

Sat 6th June at 11.45am
Everyone Active Wellington
Corams Lane, Wellington, TA21 ...
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Funded Places
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Walking

Good Grief Cafe - Bridgwater

Mon 8th June at 1.30pm
The Green at Wembdon
Homberg Way, Wembdon, Bridgew ...
Funded
Funded Places
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Multi-Activity

Happier, Healthier, More Ac ...

Sat 13th June at 9.15am
Victoria Park Health and Wellbeing Hub.
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgewa ...
Free
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Physical Activity

Seated Exercise

Sat 13th June at 10am
Edgar Hall
Edgar Hall, 8 Cary Court, Som ...
Funded
Funded Places
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Multi-Activity

10 Footsteps approach for L ...

Fri 19th June at 10am
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
Free
Funded Places
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Multi-Activity

Women's Wellness - June Bri ...

Wed 24th June at 2.30pm
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
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Funded Places
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Multi-Activity

10 Footsteps approach for L ...

Fri 21st August at 10am
Victoria Park Community Centre
Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwat ...
Free
Funded Places
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For more information or enquires, contact:

Aaron McGough
Community Resilience Young People Mentor
T 07305101630
E AMcgough@sasp.co.uk

Aaron is a lead mentor on our Jump Start programme, supporting vulnerable young people aged 8 - 18.  Through physical activity and sport, this programme gives individuals life skills, aspirations and experiences they need to nurture stronger self esteem. Aaron has a focus around Taunton, Sedgemoor and Mendip and manages members of the team.