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Our Mission
Be Active is Bedfordshire's Active Partnership, established in 2005, with a mission to address inequalities in access to physical activity across Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, and Luton. We are dedicated to inspiring the community and encouraging Bedfordshire to move more.
As one of 43 Active Partnerships across England, we collaborate with community organisations, governing bodies, coaches, clubs, and volunteers to support, develop, and promote physical activity. Our goal is to make a positive impact on lives and build community resilience throughout Bedfordshire.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
At Be Active, we are steadfast in our commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults. We believe that everyone deserves a safe and enjoyable experience while being active.
Support for your Organisation or Club
Our 'Universal Offer' provides you with the tools to improve and develop your organisation or club's structure, infrastructure and funding and workforce development opportunities.
Training and Development for you and your Team
Check out training opportunities local to you to ensure your volunteers and staff have recognised qualifications to support the needs of your organisation and community.
Our Work
Helping to create and protect the places and spaces that make it easier for people to be physically active
Supporting every child and young person in Bedfordshire to be physically active inside and outside of school
Ensuring everyone has the opportunity to be active to help stay mentally and physically healthy
Supporting the personal and professional development and training of our local community and workforce
Our place-based approach to tackling inequalities and reducing inactivity across Bedfordshire
Latest News
Government Proposes to Remove Sport England as Statutory Consultee for Planning
Join us, Be Active, in supporting Sport England in efforts to retain its status
Bedford Sports & Physical Activity Awards celebrates achievement, contribution, diversity and inclusion
Ceremony showcased the incredible depth and breadth of sport and physical activity in Bedford's borough
Bedford schools embark on Stormbreak Shine training
The digital referral tool supporting children's mental and physical health by delivering targeted interventions
