Healthy Lifestylez – Be Active For Life Launch 2026
Healthy Lifestylez Secures Major Contract to Continue Delivery of “Be Active For Life” Programme Across Newry, Mourne and Down
Healthy Lifestylez is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the contract by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council to continue delivering the Be Active For Life programme, building on a successful partnership developed over the past three years.
The programme will commence on the 1st June 2026 with the potential to run until 2031.
The Be Active For Life programme is a key initiative led by the Council to increase participation in physical activity and improve health outcomes across the district. It provides a wide range of sports, fitness, and health-enhancing activities across leisure centres and community locations, engaging people of all ages, from children and young people to older adults and underrepresented groups.
Healthy Lifestylez will continue to deliver a comprehensive programme of indoor leisure classes, outdoor activities, seasonal sports camps, and community-based initiatives, working in close partnership with the Council’s Sports Development and Health Development team to ensure programmes remain inclusive, accessible, and responsive to local needs.
As part of the contract, Healthy Lifestylez will be responsible for recruiting, training, and managing a team of qualified coaches, ensuring all sessions are delivered safely and to the highest standards of quality, safeguarding, and inclusivity. The programme will operate year-round across multiple sites, supporting sustained engagement and long-term behaviour change.
Speaking about the contract award, Richie Smith, Healthy Lifestylez, said:
“We are thrilled to be continuing our partnership with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council following three successful years of working together. This next phase of the Be Active For Life programme is an exciting opportunity to build on the strong foundations already in place and expand our impact across communities.
We remain committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive programmes that support people of all ages and abilities to become more active, improve their health, and develop positive habits for life.”
Conor Haughey, Assistant Director of Healthy Living, added:
“We are pleased to continue our partnership with Healthy Lifestylez for the delivery of the Be Active For Life programme. Their proven track record and collaborative approach have contributed significantly to the success of the programme to date.
As we move into this next phase, we are confident that this partnership will continue to support our ambition of creating healthier, more active communities across the district.”
The Council will continue to provide facilities, programme planning, and strategic oversight, while Healthy Lifestylez will lead on programme delivery and staffing, ensuring consistent, high quality provision across all locations.
Residents are encouraged to get involved and take advantage of the wide range of opportunities available through the Be Active For Life programme in their local area.
For more information, please visit www.healthy-lifestylez.com or contact the team directly.
Media Contact:
Richie Smith
Head of Engagement
Healthy Lifestylez
07899756179
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