Free family event set to get more kids giving sport a go
Children have the chance to try their hand at a whole range of sports at a free summer event being held by Canterbury City Council and Kent Police alongside a range of other organisations.
Taking place at Canterbury Rugby Club on Saturday 12 July, families will get to have a go at rugby, football, judo, taekwondo, boxing, wrestling, cricket, wheelchair rugby, combat archery and more.
The Give it a Go! event aims to encourage active lifestyles and greater wellbeing through sport and is open to all abilities and ages between four and 18 years old.
There will be organisations from the emergency services, food and drink options, as well as health and wellbeing and community safety stalls to take any questions.
A dedicated quiet zone will also be available for children with special educational needs and disabilities on the ground floor of the Kent MS Centre.
No pre-booking is required – simply come along to the rugby club between 10am and 4pm.
You also don’t need to be a Canterbury district resident to attend the event.
A free bus service will run every 30 minutes starting at 9.30am from Canterbury bus station to the rugby club, and the last bus leaving the rugby club will be 4.30pm.
Cllr Connie Nolan, Cabinet Member for Community Engagement, said: “Giving young people the opportunity to try new things, stay active and gain skills is so important.
“I’m really pleased we’ve been able to get together with other local organisations to do just that.
“If your kids have ever been curious to try a new sport or you’re simply looking for a fun day out for the whole family this summer, please do come along and give it a go!”
The event is being organised by The Purple Partnership which is a partnership of local sports providers and businesses, led by the council and Kent Police, with the aim of:
- providing life skills to young people
- introducing young people to sports they may not have had the opportunity to try
- introducing young people to professional work environments
- delivering events and activities that are friendly and accessible to all young people
You can find out more about the Give it a Go! event here.
Published: 13 June 2025