COVID-19: Support for Clubs & the Workforce
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Updated 21st October 2020
Knowing that clubs are facing challenging times as a result of COVID-19, we want to provide support for Berkshire clubs and its workforce. GBA has created this support page to give you ideas and access to tools and resources which will help you to work through the current situation.
This page will evolve as we post new opportunities and resources, but please get in contact with any questions or feedback by contacting our Workforce Officer - matt.davies@getberkshireactive.org
LATEST: Government introduces "three-tier system of restrictions".
Sport England guidance
20th October 2020 - 'Three-tier system of restrictions'
Sport England have updated their coronavirus advice to reflect the fact the government has introduced a three-tier system of restrictions.
https://www.sportengland.org/how-we-can-help/coronavirus
23rd September 2020 - 'Rule of six' to be applied to adult indoor team sports
With new coronavirus-related restrictions for sport announced by the UK Government, Sport England have compiled answers on what is and isn't allowed.
https://www.sportengland.org/news/rule-six-be-applied-adult-indoor-team-sports
CIMSPA guidance
24th September 2020
The Government yesterday announced new restrictions in England. From 24 September, organised indoor sports can only take place in groups of six or less. CIMSPA have has summarised the guidance for group exercise:
https://www.cimspa.co.uk/cimspa-news/news-home/updated-guidance-for-england
Sport England Coronavirus Support
Sport England have put together extensive support pages to help the sport and physical activity sector through the Coronavirus pandemic.
It includes:
- The latest government guidance
- Funding news
- Support for projects and organisations
- Research and insight, and much more
Advice for clubs & Coaches
- Stay in touch with your members and keep them updated on the position of the club.
- Be upfront with your members about the financial position the club is in and don't be afraid to go to those you pay to request a freeze, deferment or suspension on charges and fees.
- Consider setting challenges and asking people to post their videos online.
- Members will want a club to go back to when all this is over so encourage them to stay active and be creative from home.
- Keep an eye on guidance given by your national governing body (NGB).
- Can you use this non-playing time to focus on the things that you might not get a chance to do during the season?
- Don't forget to praise effort and good work from people that are working behind the scenes to keep the club alive.
Funding Opportunities
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Berkshire Community Foundation (BCF)
Active Together | Crowdfunder & Sport England
Get up to £10,000 to keep your community physically active.
Crowdfunder and Sport England have teamed up to make £1 million of match funding available to help the sport and physical activity sector through the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
Activate your Space | Crowdfunder & Sport England
Get up to £10,000 to activate and enhance community spaces.
Crowdfunder has teamed up with Sport England to offer up to £10,000 in match funding to projects dedicated to enhancing the spaces in their local community that give people the opportunity to be active.
Mind: Handy guides for supporting people and organisations "returning to play"
Advice for First Aiders
We recognise that first aid remains a crucial skill even as the country deals with the COVID-19 pandemic. St John Ambulance have put together some key advice for first aiders so that you can continue to keep those you care for and yourself safe.
Communicating and Engaging Virtually
Do you need support in Communicating and Engaging as a Virtual Club? Sport England and Club Matters have outlined some key guidance.
Key Guidance from External Organisations
Government Guidance
GOV.UK is being regularly updated with key information to support the sector
- Guidance for providers of grassroots sport and gym/leisure facilities
- Guidance for providers of outdoor facilities on the phased return of sport and recreation
- Guidance for personal trainers and coaches
- Guidance for accessing green space safely
- Guidance for spending time outdoors
- Guidance for out-of-school child care provision (holiday clubs, community activities etc.)
Reopening Guidance
Return to Coaching
Safeguarding Guidance
This is a challenging time for many people due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Sports clubs and activities have had to be cancelled and postponed and staying connected with your workforce, teams and members is as crucial as ever.
Webinars
- Club Matters
Club Matters workshops are short training sessions, funded by Sport England and will seek to develop your skills, improve your knowledge and ultimately help you develop your club. All workshops last for 2 hours. We are offering Club Matters workshops online during Covid-19.
- Curious Coaches' Club: Open Webinar
Join experts from UK Coaching every Monday for an engaging and insightful online coaching discussion.
- Time 2 Learn: Webinars for Coaches
Presented by leading experts in the field of coaching, Time2Learn sessions are jam-packed with practical tools, helpful tips and inspiration to develop your PEOPLE skills.
These highly interactive FREE webinars provoke new thinking, encourage connectivity and provide takeaways for you to try in your coaching.
NGB - Return to Play Guidance
Return to Sport & Physical Activity
This support page details up-to-date information and guidance to making the transition from lockdown to returning to sport and physical activity.
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Here we have collated some fantastic ONLINE training opportunities for your club and workforce to get involved with.
Support for 3rd Sector Organisations
This support page has collated ideas, tools, resources and funding opportunities which will help you to work through these strange and challenging times
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For guidance on delivering sessions and coaching online, click here.
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Stay connected with other clubs to share and learn with the Berkshire club community.
Matt Davies
Workforce Officer
- Telephone
- 01628 472851 / 07912 178655
- matt.davies@getberkshireactive.org
