Mental Health

Each year, approximately 1 in 4 people experience a mental health condition.

Are you looking to support your own mental wellbeing via physical activity?

Use our Interactive Map to find local activities

We recognise the difficulties in finding physical activities to support one’s mental health. Whether you yourself are looking to join an activity, or if you are a professional needing guidance to know where to signpost someone, our interactive map and locally mapped activities will be a first point of call for you. You'll find a host of activities specific to certain mental health conditions as well as classes which are specifically welcoming to those struggling with their mental health.

The Moving More Activity Finder

If you're looking to improve your physical and mental health activity, why not visit our Moving More Activity Finder where you'll find thousands of opportunities available in Hertfordshire?

Moving More allows you to filter for your needs - so if it's activities to support your mental health that you are after, please see the 'Accessibility' tab and select 'Mental Health Needs'. If joining a local activity session doesn't suit you, there are all sorts of ways you can be active without leaving your home. Whether you are looking for a home workout, everyday activities, or soemthing you ca do with the family, there are plenty of ways to stay active at home


Are you looking to support someone else with their mental health through the use of physical activities?

Mental Health x Physical Activity Champions Programme

Mental Health Champions are volunteers who promote the benefits of sport and physical activity to maintain and improve mental health. Our group of Champions take action and raise awareness of mental health and help to challenge stigma. Anyone can become a Champion and no lived experience is required. If you're interested, please sign up here.

Mental Health Monthly Newsletter

If you're unsure where to start and want to learn more about mental health offers, support, and training, you can sign up to our Herts Sport & Physical Activity Mental Health monthly newsletter.

Recieve the latest updates straight to your inbox. We regularly highlight upcoming webinars, trianing offers, conference/events, and showcase some key case studies from across Hertfordshire and the East region. 

East of England Mind Sport & Physical Activity Network

Regional network supporting inclusive practice for mental health within sport and physical activity.

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Courses

Get the training you need to support mental health in sport.

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mind Resources

Resources from mind to support community-led work.

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Get in touch…

If you have an enquiry about our mental health work, please get in touch: z.mckeating@herts.ac.uk