Paul Archer founded Newham Ability Camp because of his son’s disability. Eleven years on, the pan disability multi-sports club is boosting children’s confidence through rowing sessions funded by Active Thames.
Volunteer-led Herne Bay Sailing Club are on a mission to help people from all different backgrounds experience the world of sailing. Now with Active Thames funding, they’re breaking down the barriers to sailing for the deaf and hearing-impaired, and partially sighted communities.
Chelmsford Canoe Club are seeing an influx in kayak beginners thanks to an investment in easy-to-use kayaks, funded by Active Thames.
London Sports Trust continues to provide a safe space and opportunities for disadvantaged young people to stay active in West London and build key life skills, thanks to funding from Active Thames.
Thousands of water enthusiasts have walked through the doors of Danson Park Adventures and now thanks to funding from Active Thames, more young people are being trained up as coaches.
Gravesend Rowing Club are championing female body confidence, inclusivity and allowing greater opportunities for juniors and adults alike to achieve in rowing, thanks to an investment in a safety boat engine from Active Thames.
School pupils, adults and children with disabilities and more are experiencing the vast benefits of being surrounded by nature and playing watersports within north London’s hidden Brent Reservoir, thanks to grant investment in Phoenix Canoe Club from Active Thames
Fulham Reach Boat Club are offering every state school in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham access to rowing, thanks to funding from Active Thames
Black Girls Hike are a walking group empowering black women all over the country to reconnect with the world around them. Now thanks to funding from Active Thames, the group has been able to experience London’s waterways through paddleboarding for the first time.
Globe Rowing Club coaching development funded by Active Thames has helped more young people gain access to rowing.
