Mental Health

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

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 something you can do with the family, there are plenty of ways to stay active at home. 

Looking after your own Mental Health Resources

If you're looking for further signposting and resources nationally and locally to support your own mental health, take a look at our page of resources.

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

Children and Young People's Mental Wellbeing Resources

If you are working with children and young people, take a look at the resources collated to support their mental wellbeing.

The Power of Movement in Promoting Young People's Mental Resilience

In June 2025, Herts Sport & Physical Activity collaborated on the first learn, share, collaborate event between the East of England’s network of Active Partnerships which took a dive into how community-based activities can nurture emotional strength and support primary-aged children in developing the resilience needed to thrive in today’s complex world. We were joined by key stakeholders from the children and young people (CYP), mental health and physical activity sector who had the opportunity to gain enhanced understanding of how physical activity supports children's mental health and resilience.

The event began with an overview of the national perspective of how movement supports mental resilience from the likes of Sport England and the Active Partnership National Organisation. We then heard real-world examples of successful programmes and local initiatives already making a difference across the East of England. Case studies included Stormbreak (on equipping young children with sustainable, transferable skills and coping strateges to thrive during the complex demands of growth into adult life) and Mind Me Mindfulness (on strategies for supporting anxious young people). 

The event enabled collaborative discussions designed to solve practical challenges and align future efforts with local needs. We then held discussions to shape the next steps in countywide strategies for supporting young people's mental resilience. 

You can find a recording here to catch up on.