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Inspirational athlete visits to primary schools across the UK 🏃🎖
🔗https://linktr.ee/greatathletesuk

The scheme was set up in 2005 by former Great Britain gymnast, Ben Brown. Ben featured heavily in the Back the Bid Campaign which eventually saw London win host nation of the 2012 Olympic Games. Ben was forced to quit his passion and dream of competing at an Olympic Games due to the lack of much needed funding in his sport. He was motivated to ensure that this did not happen to other sporting hopefuls and wanted to inspire children across the UK to take up sport and lead healthy lifestyles.

27/09/2026

Ever wondered what a day in the life of a Great Athletes athlete looks like?🎥

From arriving at school and meeting hundreds of excited pupils, to getting everyone moving and sharing their story – come along for a day of inspiring, motivating and having plenty of fun!

24/09/2026

🎤 Don’t just take our word for it…

We asked teachers what they thought after experiencing a Great Athletes event at their school - and here’s what they had to say...

We love hearing the impact our athletes and events have - want to bring a Great Athletes event to your primary school? Get in touch on 01223 792200 🌟

21/09/2026

Celebrating 20 years of Great Athletes!

As we kick off the new academic year, we’re taking a moment to look back at just how far we’ve come💜

For 20 years, we’ve been bringing some of the UK’s top athletes into primary schools to inspire children to get active, dream big and believe in themselves.

🏫 14,000+ events held at schools
🌟 4 MILLION children inspired
💰 £10 MILLION raised for schools

Here’s to another year of inspiring the next generation to be active, resilient and healthy.

18/09/2026

A reminder of what happens when some of the UK’s top athletes step into your school👀

Inspiration, energy, movement and plenty of smiles!

Our athletes bring their stories and experiences into primary schools, getting children active, building confidence and showing them what determination and resilience can achieve🌟

23/07/2026

The Commonwealth Games have begun! 🏅

Before the action started, the official mascot Finnie joined us at one of our events to cheer on the children as they completed their fitness circuits! 💜

Best of luck to everyone competing (including some of our own!) 🌟

06/07/2026

It's National School Sports Week! 🏃

Getting 60 minutes of physical activity each day supports children's physical health, mental wellbeing, confidence and learning.

Swipe for simple ideas to help children stay active every day👉

22/06/2026

This year our incredible boxer, Hannah Beharry, is supporting Youth Sport Trust for National School Sports Week (6-12 July), which highlights the importance of keeping young people active, confident and engaged through sport.

Good news for schools - Hannah is also available for events across this summer and autumn terms, get in touch with us on 01223 792200 to keep the spirit of the 'Summer of Sport' alive🏆️🌞

26/05/2026

🌟Why athlete role models matter...

Following a recent event with Scottish para footballer Jonny Paterson, a parent contacted the school to say their child came home inspired to talk openly about also having cerebral palsy after being encouraged by Jonny’s story.

A reminder that sport is about so much more than physical activity - it’s about confidence and showing children what’s possible🌟

18/05/2026

🌟 It's Walk to School Week 🌟

How many pupils in your school can walk, wheel, scoot or cycle to school this week? 🚶🛴🚲🧑‍🦽‍➡️

Small steps build healthy habits - incorporating movement into journeys to school is such a simple, fuss-free way for children to stay active, get fresh air and start the day positively!

13/05/2026

The language we use around children’s sport matters 💬

It’s important to separate a child’s worth from their performance.

⚽ Swap “How did you do?” for “Did you enjoy it?”
The first question we ask shows children what we value most.

🎾 Let them try things without worrying about perfection.
Resist the urge to correct them as fun and enjoyment matter more than flawless technique.

Positive sporting experiences build confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of movement!

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4 The Mill Copley Hill Farm Business Park
Cambridge
CB223GN

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

01223 792200

Website

http://www.greatathletes.org/

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