About Us
2012 was a remarkable year for Wiltshire with huge numbers witnessing the passing of the Olympic torch through the county, many Wiltshire residents competing in and winning medals at the Olympic and Paralympic games, and widespread enthusiasm for volunteering to support the events. PHEW! has been created to capture some of this energy, build upon the legacy, and develop a local programme to encourage people to take advantage of the wide range of clubs and activities in our area and get involved as participants, supporters or volunteers.
Oaksey already had a group looking at a similar project. With their permission we are using the same concept name - PHEW! (Participation, Health, Exercise and Well-being) and we will use it as a "brand" to group together a load of separate initiatives and events and promote the whole as a package.
PHEW! will support a diverse range of initiatives which encourage new participation, health, exercise, well-being and volunteering within our community. This might be promoting our local sporting clubs, encouraging leisure activities such as walking and swimming, giving people the chance to get involved as supporters or volunteers, or bringing new activities to the area – particularly those suited for all levels of ability.
PHEW! do not aim to run these events. The groups and clubs are the experts at what they do. Our role is to publicise them to the widest audience possible and to help and encourage people to take up new activities.
With funding from Wiltshire Council's Malmesbury Area Board we can:
PHEW! is a themed sub-group of MVCAP - a local community development charity. MVCAP are working with Wiltshire Council's Malmesbury Area Board to deliver this initiative across the Malmesbury Community Area. For more about MVCAP please visit the main website at: www.mvcap.org.uk or call 01666 390110
Oaksey already had a group looking at a similar project. With their permission we are using the same concept name - PHEW! (Participation, Health, Exercise and Well-being) and we will use it as a "brand" to group together a load of separate initiatives and events and promote the whole as a package.
PHEW! will support a diverse range of initiatives which encourage new participation, health, exercise, well-being and volunteering within our community. This might be promoting our local sporting clubs, encouraging leisure activities such as walking and swimming, giving people the chance to get involved as supporters or volunteers, or bringing new activities to the area – particularly those suited for all levels of ability.
PHEW! do not aim to run these events. The groups and clubs are the experts at what they do. Our role is to publicise them to the widest audience possible and to help and encourage people to take up new activities.
With funding from Wiltshire Council's Malmesbury Area Board we can:
- Include your event in all the PHEW! promotional literature, website. programme material and publicity, to ensure that your event reaches the widest audience, all at no cost to you
- Give advice on who to contact for support or information on new sports, activities, or funding
- Provide free help with setting up a website for your organisation or activity to enable your work to be promoted in the longer term
- Offer help on how to make your idea possible
PHEW! is a themed sub-group of MVCAP - a local community development charity. MVCAP are working with Wiltshire Council's Malmesbury Area Board to deliver this initiative across the Malmesbury Community Area. For more about MVCAP please visit the main website at: www.mvcap.org.uk or call 01666 390110
Please note! Health and Safety
If you start doing a new sport or activity, get advice and training from a qualified healthcare professional or sports coach. For more advice about how to exercise safely and effectively see the NHS Choices website.
While we cannot guarantee the weather we hope that the events we are promoting will take place on nice sunny days. That being the case, you should take care to be Sun Smart:
It is also important that you stay well hydrated when taking part in sports and activities. Particular care is need on hot and sunny days. Please always take water with you to drink.
While we cannot guarantee the weather we hope that the events we are promoting will take place on nice sunny days. That being the case, you should take care to be Sun Smart:
- Spend time in the shade between 11:00am and 3:00pm.
- Make sure you never burn.
- Aim to cover up with a T-shirt, hat and sunglasses.
- Remember to take extra care with children.
- Then use factor 15+ sunscreen.
It is also important that you stay well hydrated when taking part in sports and activities. Particular care is need on hot and sunny days. Please always take water with you to drink.
Event organisers
If you are organising event you should refer to the Health and Safety advice provided by the Health and Safety Executive.