Moving Communities

The Moving Communities Impact Report is now live! We are very proud to present the Moving Communities Impact Report. Discover key insights and data that reports on the previous years, from April 2022-March 2024, which will help shape the future of the leisure industry. To access the report please use the following link: https://lnkd.in/gk8UnAKR We will be following up with key stats and highlighting vital information contained within the report over the coming weeks, so stay tuned. #LeisureIndustry #FitnessIndustry #LeisureCentres #MovingCommunities #ImpactReport Rich Millard Adam Blaze Matthew Wade Debbie Johns Samantha Ramanah Jason Stanton Tara Dillon FCIMSPA (Ch) Penny Greenwood-Pearsons Nigel Harrison Emma Bernstein Jack Shakespeare Mike Hill Caroline Constantine David Monkhouse FCIMSPA Utku Toprakseven Sally Cheeseman Active Insight Sport England Right Directions (Management) Ltd CIMSPA 4GLOBAL PLC Steve Mann Lisa Dodd-Mayne Andrew Pearson

🏅 The Sports Industry Research Group at Sheffield Hallam University is a leading partner of Moving Communities, bringing a wealth of knowledge on the economic and social impact of physical activity. Their research plays a central role in understanding how sport and exercise contribute to local communities and economies. Their work focuses on calculating the economic value of sport, measuring the social impact of major sports events, and providing evidence-based insights to support policy decisions. This helps Moving Communities deliver data-driven strategies that drive real-world benefits in local communities. #MovingCommunities #LeisureIndustry #Leisure #Fitness #FitnessIndustry #LeisureCentres #SheffieldHallamUniversitySportsResearchGroup #SheffieldHallamUniversity

🔍 Active Insight is at the core of Moving Communities, offering users the ability to explore real-time, actionable data on physical activity in their local areas. Through our platform, stakeholders can easily filter and compare participation rates and social outcomes, helping communities understand the full value of getting active. With Active Insight, local authorities and delivery partners can quickly access data to inspire decisions that promote healthier, more engaged communities. Let us help you unlock the power of data to create lasting impact. #MovingCommunities #LeisureIndustry #Leisure #Fitness #FitnessIndustry #LeisureCentres #ActiveInsight

💼 Right Directions (Management) Ltd is a trusted partner of Moving Communities, offering expert support in quality management and health & safety for leisure centres. With extensive experience and a hands-on approach, they ensure that local facilities are well-managed, safe, and continually improving. Right Directions provides tailored support that includes health & safety advice, immediate incident assistance, and continuous improvement for leisure management. Their expertise also extends to representing partners with key governing bodies and local authorities. Their commitment helps Moving Communities’ partners create safe and effective environments for community engagement and wellbeing. #MovingCommunities #LeisureIndustry #Leisure #Fitness #FitnessIndustry #LeisureCentres #RightDirections

📊 The consortium is led by 4GLOBAL PLC, bringing unmatched expertise in using big data to drive positive outcomes from physical activity. They specialise in supporting major sports events and turning complex data into actionable insights, helping local authorities measure the social impact of physical activity and sports participation. Expertise in: - KPI actualisation and sports participation - Data-driven insights to boost local health and social benefits 4Global helps Moving Communities deliver powerful, data-driven decisions that inspire action across communities. #MovingCommunities #LeisureIndustry #Leisure #Fitness #FitnessIndustry #LeisureCentres #4Global

🌟 Moving Communities is here to empower local authorities, delivery partners, and stakeholders with real-time, data-driven insights to inspire community engagement in physical activity. Our platform consolidates data into actionable dashboards, helping decision-makers analyse participation and social value to drive strategic goals. Moving Communities is delivered by a Sport England-led consortium, bringing together the expertise of: 4GLOBAL PLC: Innovators in big data insights and major sports event support Right Directions (Management) Ltd: Specialists in Quality Management and Health & Safety for the leisure sector Active Insight: Experts in customer insight, benchmarking, and community engagement Sheffield Hallam University Sports Industry Research Group: Leaders in research on the economic and social impacts of sport #MovingCommunities #LeisureIndustry #Leisure #Fitness #FitnessIndustry #LeisureCentres Andrew Pearson Mike Hill Caroline Constantine Sally Cheeseman Emma Bernstein Jack Shakespeare Tara Dillon FCIMSPA (Ch) David Monkhouse FCIMSPA Utku Toprakseven Julie Allen

Sport England and the government acknowledge the essential role that local programs and community spaces play in encouraging physical activity. To gain a comprehensive understanding of this impact, Moving Communities offers a real-time overview of program delivery across various facilities and locations. With benchmarking and filtering capabilities, as well as mapping tools, users can analyse participation levels and assess the broader effects on local communities.

Moving Communities plays a crucial role in enabling leisure centres to thoroughly assess the effectiveness of their services and their impact on diverse demographics. By delivering accurate insights about the local area, the platform shapes the strategies and initiatives of councils and centres, ensuring they achieve meaningful outcomes. These insights allow centres to pinpoint key focus areas, particularly among the most disadvantaged communities, enabling them to tailor their efforts to address specific challenges. Furthermore, the platform provides a comprehensive understanding of changing demographics, shifts in consumer behaviour, and emerging community trends. To learn more, contact us at [email protected]. #LeisureIndustry #LeisureCentres #FitnessIndustry

Understanding the Process Behind Moving Communities Data Collection Data enters the Moving Communities platform in two ways: automatically from operators through Datahub integration or via manual uploads using our data templates. Data comes from thousands of leisure centres, giving meaningful responses from across the country. After the initial data collection, the next phase involves analysis and aggregation, leading to valuable insights such as: Social value insights Evidence of your impact Future program planning Enhanced funding applications Data integration and standardisation If you’re interested in discovering how Moving Communities can benefit you, please reach out to us at [email protected]. #MovingCommunities #FitnessIndustry #DataCollection #LeisureIndustry

Moving Communities is delighted to announce a new partnership with parkrun🏃♀️🏃♂️ parkrun’s accessibility has seen it carve out a unique position in communities across the UK, and this partnership provides Moving Communities with an exciting opportunity to use its data to gain valuable insights that can make a real difference in activity levels. Check out the piece in HCM below to find out more about the partnership👇