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Nottingham Forest Community Trust is proud to announce the launch of Resilient Reds, an expansive new health and wellbeing programme designed to help city residents live well, feel great, and stay active.

Delivered in partnership with Thriving Nottingham, this free initiative combines the deep local reach of the Trust with clinical and lifestyle expertise to offer a holistic approach to community health. Supported by funding from Thriving Nottingham and the Premier League Foundation, the programme is specifically designed to tackle inequality, respond to local challenges, and support people and their communities to become more inclusive.

Whether it’s helping families establish better habits or supporting adults in improving their physical and mental wellbeing, the collaboration ensures that professional health resources are accessible to everyone, right in the heart of their own communities.

What is Resilient Reds?

Resilient Reds hubs are relaxed, local spaces designed to help you recharge, connect, and grow. The programme offers a safe environment to develop physical and mental wellbeing, strong community connections, and personal resilience.

Every aspect of the initiative is designed to ensure participants leave feeling refreshed, re-energised, and fully supported.

Colin Eley, Health and Wellbeing Manager at Nottingham Forest Community Trust, said:

“With Resilient Reds, we really wanted to create a space that feels completely different to a traditional health service. Life brings plenty of challenges, and these local hubs are all about giving people a relaxed, pressure-free environment to look after both their body and mind.

It’s fantastic to see our Men’s Health sessions already underway in Bulwell, and as we expand into new venues over the coming weeks, our doors are wide open. Whether you want to get a bit more active, learn some great tools for managing stress, or just grab a cuppa and chat with people who understand, you’ll find a warm welcome here.”

What’s on Offer?

The programme features a variety of tailored support services and activities, including:

• 12-Week Physical & Wellbeing Activity Programme: From group exercises to mindfulness sessions, our activities are designed to be simple, sustainable, and suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
• Resilience Building: Learn practical strategies and tools from our experts on how to successfully cope with everyday stressors and challenges.
• Lifestyle & Community Support: At the heart of our mission is a commitment to developing a strong network with community partners, offering assistance with a wide range of lifestyle needs.
• Mental Health Hub (Open Door Sessions): Welcoming spaces where you can talk to others who may be experiencing difficulties with their mental health. These sessions provide an opportunity to open up in an informal, supportive environment to share and discuss thoughts and feelings.

Venue Details & Schedule

We are kicking off our Resilient Reds sessions with a specific focus on men’s health:

Available Now

Location: Crabtree Community Centre, Bulwell (Steadfold Close, NG6 8AX)
When: Every Thursday at 10:00am – 12:00pm
Ages: 18+
Focus: Men’s Health Focused 12-week programme, in partnership with Thriving Nottingham.

Coming Soon

Location: The Core Centre, Calverton
When: Every Tuesday at 10am – 12pm (Starting 9th June 2026)

Location: Cotgrave Miners Welfare
When: Every Tuesday at 2pm – 3:30pm (Starting 23rd June 2026)

Location: Eastwood Community Football Club
When: Every Wednesday at 1:30pm – 3:30pm (Starting 3rd June 2026)

Location: Sherwood Community Centre
When: Every Thursday at 10am – 12pm

How to Get Involved

Resilient Reds is entirely free to attend and open to all abilities. Whether you are looking to take your first steps back into physical activity, want to learn new ways to manage life’s pressures, or simply want to meet new people in your local area, we would love to welcome you.

To book your place or to find out more about the programme, click here.