MindFuel – Powering Mental Health Through Movement

Bringing The Community Together Through Free, Friendly Sporting Activities

At Head In The Game, we understand that movement is medicine, not only for the body, but also for the mind. That’s why we’re excited to partner with the London Borough of Bexley to deliver a mental wellbeing programme of activities across Bexley.

Our mission is to deliver free, accessible, and inclusive sports and wellbeing interventions across all Bexley towns and parishes, including Bexleyheath, Sidcup, Erith, Crayford, Welling, Foots Cray, Thamesmead, and more —ensuring every local resident benefits.

Mental wellbeing activities such as group exercise, community sports, and wellbeing sessions are delivered directly into these communities, aiming to uplift both mental and physical health across the borough. Stay tuned for your town’s tailored programme!

Who’s It For?

This project is for anyone in Bexley who wants to:

✔ Improve their mental wellbeing
✔ Feel less isolated
✔ Build confidence through sport
✔ Develop healthier habits
✔ Simply have fun and meet new people

No pressure, no expectations—just a chance to move, connect, and feel better at your own pace.

What’s On Offer?

Over the next 12 months, we’ll be delivering a wide range of free sessions across the London Borough of Bexley as part of our MindFuel project.

For young people aged 14 to 18:

We’re running weekly multi-sport sessions designed to support physical and mental wellbeing in a fun, inclusive environment. Activities will include:

• Badminton
• Short Tennis
• Basketball
• Football
• Indoor Cricket
• Dodgeball
• Netball
• Indoor Curling
• Foot Golf

No experience is needed and all abilities are welcome.

For women across the borough:

We’re launching a year-long women’s netball programme offering friendly, supportive sessions that focus on fitness, connection and enjoyment.

• Netball

Alongside this, we’ll also be delivering 12-week men and women’s programmes on a rotating basis, covering:

• Football
• Badminton
• Tennis

All sessions are completely free to attend and aim to improve both physical and mental health through sport, connection and community. The sessions are non-judgmental, non-competitive, and family-friendly—meaning they’re perfect whether you’re a complete beginner, just getting back into activity, or want something the whole family can enjoy.

What This Means For Our Community

Life in Bexley brings a wide range of experiences and challenges, and we know that mental health does not look the same for everyone. At Head In The Game, we understand the unique pressures facing people across the borough. From young people feeling overwhelmed by school or social media, to adults managing work stress or family responsibilities, to older residents facing loneliness or health concerns, we are here to support them all.

We believe that movement is a powerful tool for improving mental wellbeing. Exercise helps reduce stress, ease anxiety, improve mood and boost sleep. But this project is about much more than getting active. It is about building connection, trust and confidence. It is about creating welcoming spaces where people feel safe, supported and free to be themselves.

Our sessions will take place across all parts of Bexley, including Bexleyheath, Sidcup, Erith, Crayford, Welling, Belvedere and Albany Park. Each programme is designed with the community in mind. Whether it is walking football, social tennis, group fitness, netball or simply a chance to connect over a shared activity, we want everyone to feel part of something positive.

At Head In The Game, we are proud to bring together trained coaches and mental health mentors who create a supportive environment from the very first session. This is not a quick fix or a tick-box exercise. It is a long-term commitment to improving mental wellbeing and building stronger communities in Bexley.

With the support of Bexley Council, we are delivering a borough-wide project that reaches people who need it most. Because everyone deserves to feel mentally strong, physically well and part of a caring community.

The Impact We Want To Make

We believe this project can make a real difference in reducing mental health stigma and creating a stronger, more connected community. By the end of the year, we hope to see:

• More people engaging in regular physical activity
• An increase in social connections and friendships
• Greater awareness of mental health support available locally
• People feeling more confident, less stressed, and more in control of their wellbeing

How to Get Involved

We’d love for you to join us—whether it’s for one session or the whole year. There’s no pressure, no competition—just a chance to move, connect, and feel better.

➡ Choose a sport and session local to you from the options above there are lots to choose from!

➡ Follow us on social media @HITGCIO for updates

➡ Know someone who could benefit? Spread the word!

Together, let’s make mental wellbeing a priority in Bexley. One step, one session, one game at a time.