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Grassroots sports clubs and community physical activity groups have a new home as we launched Buddle.

The National Lottery funded programme – which replaces our Club Matters offering – will provide free learning and support resources to inspire and strengthen clubs and organisations offering sport and physical activity, as well the professionals that work with them. 

Buddle, which as an amalgamation of ‘buddy’ (the role we will play with these groups) and ‘huddle’ (that symbolises the coming together and collaboration required to help an organisation to be successful) has been developed based on feedback from partners and in conjunction with the existing users.

A screenshot from the new Buddle website

"We know community groups, whether they’re large sports clubs or more informal gatherings that encourage people to be physically active, play an enormous role in helping people to live active lives."

Phil Smith

Executive director of partnerships

Buddle will share the latest information, training and tools to help clubs and organisations overcome challenges and make the most of the opportunities available to them.

The launch includes a brand-new website that's more intuitive to use and fully accessible.

The resources available on Buddle include:  

  • current, trusted, information, advice and guidance to help with all aspects of developing, running, and growing a club or organisation
  • equip users with the tools and guidance you need to help your club or organisation become more inclusive and resilient
  • answers to volunteers’ questions and help for them respond to any issues they may face
  • access to training and development opportunities to improve and develop skills, knowledge, and confidence
  • relevant news and developments from across the sector
  • signposting to further support from other trusted sector experts. 
     

Visit Buddle