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We’re all Active Calderdale - and our case studies and helpful resources will help you find out more about what that means across our community. Meet our Active Champions and find tips to help you get started. When we move, we’re stronger.
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Calderdale Cancer Aware Team
The Active Communities & Places team has been working in Park Ward to understand which assets they can influence to embed the promotion of physical activity as part of what they do. One opportunity came through teaming up with the Calderdale Cancer Awareness Project (CAP), where they looked at how to build on the great work already happening. The Calderdale Cancer Awareness project is a powerful collaboration between Halifax Opportunities Trust and Macmillan Cancer Support
Active Calderdale
3 days ago3 min read
Celebrating Health and Wellbeing in Calderdale Schools
The Healthy Schools Award is a co-designed initiative led by Calderdale’s Public Health Children and Young People (CYP) team. It’s a free, fully supported awards process that helps schools showcase and strengthen their commitment to pupil and staff wellbeing. Schools complete an application process with supporting evidence in one of three key areas: Physical Activity Mental Health and Wellbeing Food and Nutrition Schools are encouraged to take meaningful steps to improve hea
Active Calderdale
4 days ago2 min read
Finding Me Again Through Movement: Anas' Story
" My name is Anas and I live in the Park Ward area with my mum and brother. Growing up, I’ve always had an interest in being active, but it wasn’t something I prioritised consistently until the last few years. Recently, I’ve taken more deliberate steps to incorporate physical activity into my daily routine. One of the biggest barriers I’ve faced has been back pain, which sometimes made even basic movement challenging and affected my overall motivation. This physical discomfor
Active Calderdale
Oct 142 min read
Campaigns
'Try It' with Halifax Panthers Wheelchair RLC
Originally developed by Frenchmen Wally Salvan and Robert Fassolette as a form of rehabilitation, Wheelchair Rugby League is unique amongst
Active Calderdale
May 3, 20243 min read
Positive Impact Sports in Mixenden
Positive Impact Sports (PIS) led by CEO Leah Greig, aims to make physical activity accessible to everyone, regardless of age, gender, or cul
Active Calderdale
Apr 26, 20244 min read
Community Keep Fit with IMT
Inspire. Motivate. Transform (IMT) is a feel-good lifestyle brand focused primarily on older adults, promoting the improvement of physical a
Active Calderdale
Apr 16, 20243 min read
People like me
Finding Hope at 52: John's Story
I’m 52 years old and I’ve lived in the Park Ward community my whole life. For many years, I led a fairly inactive lifestyle, especially after developing some long-term health conditions due to an accident. After struggling to find motivation to work out, I found myself lazy, spending most of my time at home with very little routine or motivation to do more. The staff and volunteers at Unique Community Hub were very welcoming and helpful from the first day I joined. The Hub w
Active Calderdale
4 days ago2 min read
Finding Fun and Confidence at Unique Community Hub: Afraa’s Story
" My name is Afraa and I live in Halifax with my family. I don't go to any clubs because my dad can be too busy and says I can just play in the street, and my mum doesn't drive. Before joining Unique Community Hub , I wasn't very active, and I only walked to and from school. I struggle with paying attention, and I don't really enjoy learning at school, but I always have lots of energy, and I get frustrated because I'm always so bored. This is the first girls' club in our are
Active Calderdale
Oct 142 min read
Finding Me Again Through Movement: Anas' Story
" My name is Anas and I live in the Park Ward area with my mum and brother. Growing up, I’ve always had an interest in being active, but it wasn’t something I prioritised consistently until the last few years. Recently, I’ve taken more deliberate steps to incorporate physical activity into my daily routine. One of the biggest barriers I’ve faced has been back pain, which sometimes made even basic movement challenging and affected my overall motivation. This physical discomfor
Active Calderdale
Oct 142 min read
Schools & education
Celebrating Health and Wellbeing in Calderdale Schools
The Healthy Schools Award is a co-designed initiative led by Calderdale’s Public Health Children and Young People (CYP) team. It’s a free, fully supported awards process that helps schools showcase and strengthen their commitment to pupil and staff wellbeing. Schools complete an application process with supporting evidence in one of three key areas: Physical Activity Mental Health and Wellbeing Food and Nutrition Schools are encouraged to take meaningful steps to improve hea
Active Calderdale
4 days ago2 min read
Calderdale Schools Cross Country
Pupils across Calderdale take part in autumn’s active tradition.
Active Calderdale
Feb 72 min read
Calderdale Healthy Schools Award
Schools celebrate success in supporting health and wellbeing.
Active Calderdale
Aug 2, 20244 min read
Health & Social Care
Calderdale Cancer Aware Team
The Active Communities & Places team has been working in Park Ward to understand which assets they can influence to embed the promotion of physical activity as part of what they do. One opportunity came through teaming up with the Calderdale Cancer Awareness Project (CAP), where they looked at how to build on the great work already happening. The Calderdale Cancer Awareness project is a powerful collaboration between Halifax Opportunities Trust and Macmillan Cancer Support
Active Calderdale
3 days ago3 min read
Creating inclusive outdoor spaces
A Walk Leader’s Story with Wayfinder Calderdale At Active Calderdale, we’re always inspired by community members who take the initiative...
Active Calderdale
Oct 73 min read
Active Teams - Every move counts
Since March 2024, Active Teams , funded through Active Calderdale, have collaborated with the Personalised Long Term Support Team within Calderdale Council to offer physical activity and wellbeing challenges to staff. This month, we are expanding the offer across all CMBC Adult Services directorate as well as within Pennine GP Alliance (PGPA). The first Primary Care Network to take part will be Calder & Ryburn. Actions Taken and Changes Delivered September has been a busy mon
Active Calderdale
Sep 303 min read
Workplaces
Active Teams - Every move counts
Since March 2024, Active Teams , funded through Active Calderdale, have collaborated with the Personalised Long Term Support Team within Calderdale Council to offer physical activity and wellbeing challenges to staff. This month, we are expanding the offer across all CMBC Adult Services directorate as well as within Pennine GP Alliance (PGPA). The first Primary Care Network to take part will be Calder & Ryburn. Actions Taken and Changes Delivered September has been a busy mon
Active Calderdale
Sep 303 min read
Active Competition Inspires Family Support Services
Staff and families go head-to-head for the most active visits.
Active Calderdale
Nov 14, 20241 min read
Adult Social Care - Active Workplaces
Staff find new ways to stay active while supporting others.
Active Calderdale
Mar 27, 20242 min read
Voluntary & community
Calderdale Cancer Aware Team
The Active Communities & Places team has been working in Park Ward to understand which assets they can influence to embed the promotion of physical activity as part of what they do. One opportunity came through teaming up with the Calderdale Cancer Awareness Project (CAP), where they looked at how to build on the great work already happening. The Calderdale Cancer Awareness project is a powerful collaboration between Halifax Opportunities Trust and Macmillan Cancer Support
Active Calderdale
3 days ago3 min read
Finding Fun and Confidence at Unique Community Hub: Afraa’s Story
" My name is Afraa and I live in Halifax with my family. I don't go to any clubs because my dad can be too busy and says I can just play in the street, and my mum doesn't drive. Before joining Unique Community Hub , I wasn't very active, and I only walked to and from school. I struggle with paying attention, and I don't really enjoy learning at school, but I always have lots of energy, and I get frustrated because I'm always so bored. This is the first girls' club in our are
Active Calderdale
Oct 142 min read
Finding Me Again Through Movement: Anas' Story
" My name is Anas and I live in the Park Ward area with my mum and brother. Growing up, I’ve always had an interest in being active, but it wasn’t something I prioritised consistently until the last few years. Recently, I’ve taken more deliberate steps to incorporate physical activity into my daily routine. One of the biggest barriers I’ve faced has been back pain, which sometimes made even basic movement challenging and affected my overall motivation. This physical discomfor
Active Calderdale
Oct 142 min read
Active Inspiration
Exploring the past and present along Mixenden's interactive trails
In August 2024 the Wild Walk and History Hike were installed following various steps of co-design and co-production.
Active Calderdale
Nov 19, 20243 min read
Rastrick Around the World Challenge
It is amazing to see how many steps were taken in this challenge with over 35 million steps!
Active Calderdale
Jun 7, 20224 min read
Let’s make meetings more active!
Breaking up long periods of sitting still is hugely beneficial for our physical and mental health.
Active Calderdale
Apr 22, 20211 min read
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