Each of the Place Navigators are the eyes and the ears on the ground and are aware of the many opportunities available within our local communities, but they’re also here to facilitate where physical activity doesn’t exist and help find a solution.

The place navigators have joined the Find Your Active team to help ensure physical activity is a top priority for everyone and support residents who need it the most. We know for many, achieving 150 minutes of physical activity a week just isn’t possible, however any small increase in movement will go a long way and have huge benefits. Therefore, our navigators are here to direct you into opportunities in your local area, as well as the small changes you can make to your lifestyle to benefit your physical and mental health and wellbeing.

In each local community, you’ll find a Navigator who is always willing to help. Read about your local place navigator below and see how you can get in touch!

How can the Find Your Active Place Navigators help support you:
  • Support, advice and guidance about starting to Find Your Active, in the way you need it and will enjoy.
  • They can be a kind voice on the phone or a friendly face on the doorstep to provide advice and information about Find Your Active, with local volunteers to support if needed.
  • Lots of ideas about ways to help you improve how you feel and become more confident about going out.
  • Whether you want to find out more about local community activities, walking groups or how to move more within the comfort of your own home, they are here to help.
  • They can help you access home activity packs, online classes and much more.
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Meet Ronni Harrison  “Hey there! I’m Ronni, a 22-year-old passionate footballer currently playing for AFC Sudbury Women in the National League. Alongside my love...
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Find Your Active with Callum Riordan
Hi, My Name is Callum from Braintree. I am a sporty, enthusiastic young man. I love to explore new places like vacation spots or...
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Find Your Active with Justine Page
Hello, I’m Justine and I cover the Maldon District area. I love walking, gardening and cycling as a way to keep active and am...
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Find Your Active with Mirka Marri
  Hi, my name is Mirka Marri, and I am the Find Your Active Place Navigator for West Essex (Epping Forest, Harlow and Uttlesford)...
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Find Your Active with Mira Teodorescu
Hi, my name is Mira and I am the Place Navigator for Active Essex. I cover Basildon and surrounding area. I strongly believe that...
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