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Sports and Physical Activity News - April 2019


Bedford Harriers

Bedford Harriers Coached2run Beginners Group

Starting - 6:30 pm Wednesday 17th April 2019 6:30pm

Bedford International Athletic Stadium

Are you interested in finding out more about running, jogging, or generally getting fitter?

If you have ever wanted to tackle a Park Run, or run a 10k, then this 25 week Coached2Run beginners programme will get you there!

Come and join Bedford Harriers on Wednesday 17th April at the Athletic Stadium on Barkers Lane for an introduction into the Coached2Run beginners programme where you will learn a bit about our club, our approach to running and meet the coaches, followed by a optional taster session.The session starts at 6.30pm upstairs at the Stadium and will last approximately one hour.

Everyone welcome, no experience necessary, and we look forward to seeing you!

 

Bring suitable clothing for going outside, make sure it is comfortable and that you also have appropriate footwear e.g. trainers for having a go at what hopefully is the start of a 'new beginning' for you. For more information CLICK HERE


Local giving Launches Magic Little Grants for 2019

The Magic Little Grants Fund provides local charities and community groups the opportunity to access funding to deliver engaging physical activities, which help to overcome barriers to participation.

The aim of the fund is to support the work of organisations that are engaging hard to reach individuals, encouraging them to take part in physical activity to help improve their physical health.

There is a total funding pot of £550,000 for 2019 (the largest yet) with grants of up to £500 for groups with an income of less than £250,000. The funding can be used to support the general running costs of new and existing sports and physical activities.

For example, this could include facilities hire, kit and equipment, coaching qualifications, other volunteer expenses etc.

Although applications can be made at any time and are reviewed on a monthly basis, groups could wait up to two months to receive an update on the status of their application.

The deadline for applications is midnight on 30 November 2019.


Dance

The Bedford Street Arts Festival Dance auditions are nearly here. Dancers take your place and be part of this monumental event. 
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