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Men's Health Week 2020

Mon 15 Jun 2020

Derby Active is supporting the Men's Health Campaign, our Health and Wellbeing Advisors have some tips, workouts and information to inform the importance of men's health. More

Make Father’s Day special for your Dad

Thu 11 Jun 2020

We know that this Father’s Day is going to be a bit different this year compared to previous ones, but we have been thinking up some great ways that you can treat your dad come Sunday 21 June. Whether you’re celebrating on the weekend itself, or organising something for you all to look forward to, we have just what you need to show your Dad how special he is in your life. More

Derby Active at Home goes from strength to strength

Thu 11 Jun 2020

When the Covid-19 pandemic forced the closure of Derby City Council’s sports facilities, Derby City Council’s Derby Active team quickly adapted, transforming their service into Derby Active at Home. Now the online fitness programme is going from strength to strength, attracting thousands of views since its launch less than three months ago. Originally set up for Derby Active members at no cost, the service is also welcoming many non-members. More

RLSS Drowning Prevention Week 12-19 June 2020

Thu 11 Jun 2020

We're supporting the Royal Life Saving Society UK Drowning Prevention Week 12-19 June 2020. There is lots of information, advice and downloads, to ensure you and your family are safe near water. More

Mental Wellbeing - Take time for you

Mon 8 Jun 2020

Sometimes everyone needs that little bit of support and to be kind to themselves. Here are a few suggestions to support your mental wellbeing. More

Thursday Workout Programme

Thu 4 Jun 2020

Join us every Thursday for a new fitness programme to follow at Home. More

Myzone Intra Club Challenge

Tue 19 May 2020

Join in the Myzone Challenge! Anyone can join - starts Monday 24th May until the end of June. More

New guidelines for enjoying parks

Tue 12 May 2020

Following the Government’s change in guidance, visitors will be able to make more use of Derby’s parks and open spaces from tomorrow, Wednesday 13 May. The Derby Parks team are asking all park users to be considerate and continue to use social distancing to keep themselves and each other safe. More

Have Your Say - Help us plan for your return

Mon 4 May 2020

We would like to hear about your activity at home and how it can help shape the programme for your return. More

Derby Active staff raise £1,925 for NHS and charities

Tue 28 Apr 2020

Two of Derby Active’s Health and Wellbeing Advisors have smashed their fundraising target to raise £1,925 in a 12-hour static bike challenge to raise money for NHS Charities Together, Treetops Hospice and the Macmillan Unit at Royal Derby Hospital. More

6 Week Fitness Programme

Tue 28 Apr 2020

Derby Active at Home have a new 6 week fitness programme for everyone to enjoy written by our Health and Wellbeing Advisor Sam at Derby Arena. More

The NHS 12 Shift Hour Charity Static Ride

Wed 22 Apr 2020

On Sun 19 Apr from 7am - 7pm, Helen Treece and Steve Summers will be taking part in the NHS 12 Shift Charity Static Ride. More

Want to learn a new skill in lockdown? Train to be a Swim Teacher

Thu 16 Apr 2020

Swim Teacher reduced course. More

Have an egg-cellent Easter at home with In Derby

Fri 3 Apr 2020

We may all be stuck at home, but In Derby have some egg-cellent activities for families to while away the time. We will be posting on social media each day from Sat 4 Apr to Sun 19 Apr with the activity of the day, so if you want to play along, follow In Derby on Facebook or Twitter. If you want to get a head start and plan your holidays in advance, here is a full list of things to do this Easter! More

A poem for our valued Derby Active customers

Fri 3 Apr 2020

A poem written by a staff member at Springwood Leisure Centre More