The importance of sport and physical activity as a foundational sector in supporting economic growth
 At the start of last autumn, the government released its industrial strategy green paper, Invest 2035: The UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy. A broad consultation exercise on the principles set out in the strategy concluded at the end of November. Here, Clare Dunn, Associate Director of Business Engagement at CIMSPA shares her thoughts on how our […]
The impact of physical activity professionals in 2024
Tara Dillon reflects on what 2024 has brought for our sector professionals As we edge towards the end of 2024, I’ve been reflecting on what this year has brought for our sector professionals and the tremendous amount that our workforce has contributed to our nation. It’s both a privilege and a responsibility to reflect on […]
Workforce Governance & Registration Scheme Project – Update December 2024
The Workforce Governance and Registration Scheme Project is a sector-wide piece of work commissioned by Sport England and UK Sport following the recommendations of the Whyte Review, with the objective of supporting, safeguarding and regulating the workforce to allow everyone taking part in sport and physical activity to enjoy safe and high-quality experiences, and to […]
English Devolution White Paper – employment, skills and the role of our sector
Yesterday the government released the English Devolution White Paper which sets out its intention to further distribute political, social and economic powers to England’s regions. The White Paper introduces a plan to establish universal coverage of Strategic Authorities in England which it describes as “a number of councils working together, covering areas that people recognise […]
CIMSPA signs the Armed Forces Covenant
The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) has officially signed the Armed Forces Covenant and have joined the Employer Recognition Scheme. The Armed Forces Covenant is a commitment to acknowledging and understanding that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, including their families, should be treated with […]
Take ten with Gavin Stewart – committee spotlight
We are sharing a series of features that shed light on what the boards, committees and panels that govern CIMSPA do by talking directly to the valued members that steer them. In each article of the series, we will talk to a member of one of the boards, committees and panels, asking them ten questions […]
User-focused fitness training makes physical activity accessible
The Pretty Deadly Self Defense trainer certification teaches how to support clients with specific needs and make physical activity more inclusive The Paralympics is an incredible global event that highlights the achievements of high-performance athletes with a broad range of abilities. One of the most important components of it, though, is using the Games as […]
Celebrating Midlands Tai Chi Rehab – a balanced approach to rehab
Midlands Tai Chi Rehab demonstrates excellence in health and wellbeing, achieving Enhancing status through the CIMSPA quality assurance process At CIMSPA, we are delighted to spotlight Midlands Tai Chi Rehab, an outstanding organisation led by Mark Peters, a key contributor to the development of the Tai Chi for Health and Wellbeing and Qigong for Health […]
The transformative impact of inclusive sport and physical activity on disabled people’s lives
The Activity Alliance Social Value Report uncovers the significant economic and social potential of increasing participation in sport and physical activity by disabled people. Using the governments WELLBY (Wellbeing Adjusted Life Year) framework, the report highlights how prioritising inclusion in sport and physical activity can address health inequalities, improve wellbeing and deliver significant social and […]
Webinar: Weight management medication – insight for active wellbeing and fitness
With significant recent media and public attention on the role of GLP-1 agonist medications in weight management, health and wellbeing, we’re keen to equip members who may be receiving questions about these medications from their customers with information. We also want to help you to understand what developments in this area mean for professionals in […]