Active Adults is a sports programme aimed at over 35 year olds. It is ideal for those who wish to try a particular activity or have a go at something new. It is also aimed at those who have previously tried a sport and want to return to it in a relaxed, informal environment with other like-minded people.Download the Active Adults booklet 

All sessions are held at local venues situated within the Borough. The sessions are run for adults, by experienced and qualified coaches. All required equipment will be provided.

If you like the sport and want to continue with it after the course has finished you will be provided with the information to enable you to do so.

The new programme starts week commencing Monday 29th April 2019:

• All courses run for 8 weeks
• All courses start week commencing 29th April 2019, unless stated differently in the confirmation details participants will be sent
• All courses are aimed at over 35 year olds
• All courses are aimed at beginners unless specified

Active Bedford (formerly Sport Bedford) aims to be the representative group and an effective local community network that represents sport and physical activity across the Borough.

For further information on Active Bedford, details on the grant aid schemes, and how to sign up for the Sport and Physical Activity E-Bulletin, please contact: The Sports Development Team at Bedford Borough Council, telephone 01234 718821 or email. Sign up for the E –Bulletin here and click on the “Stay Connected” option

In addition Active Bedford provides grant aid to support:-

Talented Sports People

Coaches and Officials

Disadvantaged Sports People

To be eligible you must live within the Borough of Bedford or represent a club based within the Borough; and your sport must be recognised by Sport England.

Before completing an application form, which you can download here grant application form please ensure you have read the information for all grant applicants