The Vital Role of Redesigning Leisure Facilities in Achieving Government Ambitions by 2030.
Alliance Leisure Webinar
Enabling Change through Health and Well-being Facilities
13th of March 2024
14:00 hrs
In the realm of community well-being, the Alliance Leisure webinar stands as a beacon of change, inviting esteemed individuals from diverse backgrounds to connect virtually with a shared vision. This vision revolves around the transformative power of investing in leisure infrastructure within our communities and the Enabling Change through Health and Well-being webinar is the gateway to a constructive dialogue that challenges the essence of local authority leisure provision.
This virtual meeting aims to unite local authority officers, council leaders, architects, planners, consultants and leisure managers – the architects of public spaces that define our communities. The webinar serves as a platform to share insights, experiences and ideas, fostering collaboration among individuals who play pivotal roles in shaping the spaces we cherish.
Speakers:
​(CHAIR) James Foley, Commercial Director, Alliance Leisure
​Andy King, CEO, MCR Active & Director, MiovaÂ
​Mark Tweedie, MD, Brimhams Active
​Kenny Butler, Strategic Lead - Health & Wellbeing, ukactive
At the heart of this webinar is a positive message about the benefits of investing in leisure. It offers an opportunity to present a compelling case for the transformative effects that thoughtful leisure infrastructure can have on community health and well-being. The webinar seeks to immerse participants in a constructive dialogue that challenges existing norms and redefines the purpose and impact of local authority leisure provision.
Drawing inspiration from real-world examples in North Yorkshire, Durham, Greater Manchester and beyond, the conversation delves deep into the essence of why local authority leisure exists. The webinar aims to challenge preconceived notions and pose critical questions about what our communities would look like without the vital contribution of the public sector in providing leisure facilities.
This conversation extends beyond the mere provision of leisure facilities. It delves into the core question of why local authority leisure exists and contemplates what our communities would look like without this vital contribution from the public sector.
By challenging assumptions and exploring alternatives, the webinar aims to provoke insightful discussions that can reshape the future of leisure provision.
The Alliance Leisure webinar promises to share valuable lessons gleaned from extensive experience in delivering leisure infrastructure projects. From the initial scoping phase, navigating the intricacies of construction, to the triumphant opening of these spaces, the journey encompasses the highs and lows, the challenges and the victories. Participants can expect to gain practical insights into successful leisure infrastructure development, making this webinar an invaluable resource for those shaping the future of public spaces.
As we embark on this virtual journey of change, the Enabling Change through Health and Well-being webinar invites you to join the conversation, challenge assumptions and contribute to the transformative power of investing in leisure infrastructure. Let's together redefine the purpose and impact of local authority leisure provision for healthier, more vibrant communities.
