Community Development Action Hertfordshire
Active Villages

Energising Rural Herts
Boxing Exercise Coming to 3 Villages this Autumn
What we do
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Bring beginner-friendly activities to rural spaces β from walking groups along country lanes to chair yoga in village halls, low-impact boxing drills, and family sports tasters on the green.
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Work with parish councils, village halls, and local instructors to design activities that fit each communityβs pace and place.
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Provide light-touch coordination, local promotion, and easy booking so villagers can focus on joining in and having fun.
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Support local volunteers and venues with ready-made templates, safety checks, and simple funding routes to keep activities going.
βοΈ How it works
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1οΈβ£
Tell us your idea β yoga, walking, table-tennis, dance, litter picking, gardening or a mix.
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2οΈβ£
We scope your village β space, times, instructor options, access needs.
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3οΈβ£
We pilot for 6β8 weeks with simple sign-ups and local promotion.
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4οΈβ£
Cement a regular activity into your village.
π₯ Who itβs for
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Older adults seeking gentle activity and social connection.
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Families looking for low-cost, local activities.
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People returning to movement after time away β sessions are beginner friendly.
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Village groups, halls, and parish councils wanting to energise their communities.
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