Walk and run your way to 5K with the Couch to 5K app which is designed to take total beginners from walking to running for 30 minutes in just 9 weeks. Millions of people have already started running with the aid of the simple Couch to 5K plan. ...

Response seeks to find ways of engaging with those experiencing the negative effects of mental illness and disorder through sport and challenging outdoor activities to develop confidence, self-esteem and positive relationships, and to provide a lasting basis for recovery. ...

To promote the mental and emotional well-being of persons who are affected by a range of health problems including mental health problems and physical disabilities. If you are experiencing mental health problems, they may be able to help you. ...

Active Oxfordshire represents and supports key partners in providing sport and active recreation opportunities in Oxfordshire so that everyone can participate in sport and active recreation and reach their full potential. There are a range of volunteering opportunities, from helping at events, organising sporting activities or providing administration, IT fundraising or management skills. ...

Thrive offers activity clubs and mentoring for young people in two of Oxford’s most deprived areas – Blackbird Leys and Barton. Their clubs and activities are countering the effects of social exclusion. Mentoring workshops are funded by Oxfordshire Community Foundation. ...

Oxford Hub offers a range of social action opportunities, which help people connect with the community and one another. Volunteering has been shown to support mental health, wellbeing, life satisfaction and self-esteem. Their vision is one of a cohesive community in which everyone is empowered to give and receive support from the people around them. ...

Bicester Community Support Service provides information and directions of how to find and get to the Bicester centre. They offer tailored support activities for adults who have a learning disability, ageing health needs, physical disability, dementia or mental health needs. The services and facilities include: Art Craft work Bowling Community activities Cookery Gardening Gym Golf ...

Restore is an Oxfordshire-based mental health charity that provides Recovery projects together with Root and Branch and Bridewell Organic Gardens which helps people take control of their recovery, develop skills and lead meaningful lives. Restore supports people with mental ill health through Therapeutic Activity and Employment Coaching. It also offers Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) ...

Bridewell Organic Gardens is a mental health recovery service. They provide social and therapeutic horticulture in a working garden to adults living in Oxfordshire. Their goal is to help people into jobs or voluntary roles out in the wider community. ...

Active Oxfordshire is a charitable incorporated organisation our vision is for everyone in Oxfordshire to be physically active. They are one of 43 Active Partnerships in the country and help people in the most need by working with partners to increase physical activity. Using their local understanding Active Oxfordshire supports and responds to local needs. ...

Adventure Plus is the Adventure Youth work and Outdoor Education charity that provides Adventure Holidays, Gap Year Training programmes and Internships, all in a positive Christian Environment. ...

Berinsfield Amateur Boxing Club Ltd is a well-established and highly respected boxing club which gives the youth of South Oxfordshire the chance to learn self-discipline, whilst building their self-confidence under the strict guidance of qualified coaching staff and within the rules of the Amateur Boxing Association of England. ...

Blackbird Leys Adventure Playground provides an after-school club and holiday scheme for children aged 8–13. BLAP is wheelchair accessible and on one level with accessible toilet facilities. Some pieces of equipment may be more of a problem without adult assistance. ...

Blackbird Leys Amateur Boxing Club was founded in 1960 by Len Lee and it is the longest running boxing club in oxford open to everyone. All of the coaches are fully qualified by the Amateur Boxing Association of England and all hold first aid certificates. At the Club they want to promote discipline and fitness ...

Founded in 2012, Body Politic is a not-for-profit hip hop theatre company who are committed to addressing the growing prevalence of mental health issues in young people. Body Politic works with young people of all ages and from all backgrounds. It provides a nurturing, enriching and supportive environment to enable young people to improve self-confidence ...

The Family Arena has the following aims. Connect – Meet and network with a community-hub of children, young people and adults around events, activities and projects of mutual interest. Learn – At your pace, in your own space or with others. There is always something new to stimulate and engage your interest. Grow – Dream ...

JSC Fun Clubs enhance lives and promote talent of children and young people. They deliver sports, art, crafts, cookery and Key Stage 1 and 2 activities and events. ...

An award-winning, youth-led organisation focused on creating a more inclusive society for people with additional needs. KEEN create and run amazing sessions projects, in addition to supporting other organisations including sports clubs. They also promote inclusion more widely through campaigns and collaboration. Around 300 young people contribute to our work each year, through a wide ...

The Oxford University Amateur Boxing Club (OUABC) is the boxing club for the University of Oxford. Founded in 1881, OUABC is the second oldest active amateur boxing club in the United Kingdom. ...

RAW Workshop produce high-quality products, offer superb services and work with many corporate, education, local government and private customers: RAW employ, train and support people from their local communities who face prejudice and barriers to work. Over 85% of their team will be striving to succeed in the face of issues such as physical or ...

The South Oxford Adventure Playground (SOAP) is a charity run by volunteers and play workers. It is free and open to everyone. SOAP is a place where children can play freely, meet new friends and have fun in a natural and physically challenging environment. It offers an indoor and outdoor space where children can express ...

Wantage and Vale Karate Club has a comprehensive timetable of classes running throughout the week with all classes taken by Rob Copeland and Leah Copeland. ...

VIP+ engages with 5-18 year olds in Oxfordshire. VIP+ provides opportunities to develop supportive skills and further enhance and enrich their lives through play, education, leisure and cultural activities, empowering children and young people to use their voice in decisions affecting themselves.   ...

Wolvercote Young People’s Club (WYPC) promotes the mental, physical and emotional wellbeing of young people in Wolvercote and Cutteslowe by providing a safe place where they can grow, learn and flourish under the guidance of qualified youth workers and trained volunteers, such that they make a positive contribution to the local community and wider society. ...

Well-qualified yoga and mindfulness teachers experienced with age groups from nursery to sixth form in mainstream and special schools across the United Kingdom. Yoga in Schools offers: •Yoga and mindfulness for themed activities days •Yoga and mindfulness for personal, social and health education •Intervention teaching for vulnerable learners •Yoga and mindfulness to engage students in ...