Park active volunteer description
Do you have an interest in fitness and love the outdoors?
You don’t need to be super fit or have previous experience. If you are enthusiastic, a good communicator and are willing to lead sessions, we would love to hear from you in becoming a Park Active volunteer!
Join our volunteers
We have 20 amazing volunteers across our 5 parks with some of these volunteers having been with us for the whole six years we have been running Park Active. They have created a great supportive community and we celebrate their achievements with annual get togethers for Volunteers Week. We are grateful for the time our volunteers offer and we are always on the look out for more local champions to join our valued team.
Park Active volunteer role
You will lead on delivering Park Active – free outdoor fitness sessions in parks. Sessions are suitable for different ages and fitness levels. Training required is a two day fitness course and a one day first aid course. New volunteers are supported by an experienced volunteer to help develop your skills and confidence.
Park Active gives volunteers the opportunity to:
- Meet new people and make new friends
- Give something back to the community
- Gain experience, confidence and new skills
- Find a pathway into employment opportunities
As a volunteer you will receive:
- Free training including first aid, safeguarding & fitness qualifications
- Free badged kit including high vis vest and t-shirt
- Support from other volunteers and staff
- A reference after 35 hours completed
Please note:
- Attendance at one Park Active session minimum is required before being accepted for the training course
- Volunteers should be able to commit to deliver or support at least one session per month
- Applications to become a Park Active volunteer can only be accepted for residents of Dudley borough
Interested and want to know more? Email healthy.places@dudley.gov.uk for an application form and further details.
