MPs recognise physical activity as important as medication for keeping older people healthy
CIMSPA has contributed to a report by the Health and Social Care Committee, which highlights the importance of older people keeping physically active. The Healthy Ageing Inquiry states that physical activity should be at the heart of the NHS’s support for older people and is as important as providing medication. The inquiry gathered evidence from […]
Adding personal value: celebrating Learning at Work Week
This Learning at Work Week, CIMSPA Workforce Development Manager Dani Halsall discusses her qualification and what it was like balancing it alongside her full-time role. I don’t remember a time when I haven’t wanted to do a course or learn something new, including learning outside of my current role, because I’ve always wanted to develop. […]
New principles set to transform training for the sport and physical activity workforce
A powerful shift in how learning is designed and delivered across sport and physical activity is underway, as Activity Alliance and leading sector partners unveil a new set of Inclusive Learning Principles. They have been created to remove barriers to learning opportunities and unlock potential for everyone, particularly disabled people. Activity Alliance created the Inclusive […]
Your latest CIMSPA endorsed CPD and qualifications
Through endorsement, we support the sport and physical activity sector to deliver high-quality, relevant learning and development that reflects the needs of today’s workforce. With that in mind, below you’ll find a selection of the latest CPD and qualifications to have been given the CIMSPA quality assurance stamp of approval, and therefore learning opportunities you […]
Five CPD courses to…support individuals with behaviour change
Learn to support individuals with behaviour change in sport and physical activity.
Partner Webinar – Protecting Your People: Business Insurance Essentials for 2026
Protecting your organisation against unexpected disruption is essential, particularly when the loss, incapacity or absence of a key individual can place the entire business and its people at risk. This webinar explores the critical role that business protection and insurance play in safeguarding continuity, stabilising operations and supporting both workforce and leadership resilience. 20 May […]
May elections are coming
The local and national elections are fast approaching, with the polls opening on Thursday 7 May. Here is your guide to the upcoming elections and what they could mean for the sport and physical activity sector. What are local elections? Voters choose local councillors to represent them on their local council, who are responsible for […]
Member Webinar – Mental health in sport and physical activity: How to ensure your sessions are safe & effective
We’re in the middle of a mental health crisis, with 1.6 million people currently stuck on waiting lists for NHS mental health services. We know that sport, physical activity, and movement can play a powerful role in helping people with mental health problems, alongside talking therapies, medication and other forms of support. 22 May – […]
Active Lives: More adults are becoming active, but inequalities are not shrinking
CIMSPA responds to the latest Active Lives adults survey from Sport England. Updated Active Lives data reveals that more than 30 million adults in England are now meeting the recommended levels of physical activity, an increase of 859,000 adults compared to the previous 12 months. Overall activity levels have improved, with the range of activities […]
New members appointed to the CIMSPA Youth Panel
Recruitment for the panel was met with an overwhelming response The CIMSPA Youth Panel is CIMSPA’s core advisory group of young people. To ensure that young voices are empowered to influence sector decision-making, it represents students, graduates and career starters from across the UK and the whole sector. Aged 16–25, the members meet regularly to […]