The Movement helps children and young people in Derby lead happy, healthy and active lifestyles.
Started in 2008 by Derby City Council and Derby County Football Club, The Movement has grown to be a successful healthy lifestyle for children aged 7-17. It offers the following programmes:
Live IT
A child weight management programme for children aged 5-17 on the 95th Centile or over and registered to a Derby city GP practice. A parent/carer must support their child through the programme, which offers fun activities, healthy eating workshops and advice, one to one and group support. Health professionals and parents can apply to join here
Move IT
An affordable gym and swim programme at Derby City Council leisure centres for young people aged 11-16. By joining The Movement for free, young people from Derby can use the gym (from age 12) or swim for just £1. Find out more about Move IT
Eat IT
The Movement offers young people ways to boost their 5 a day and eat more healthily through it’s dedicated Eat IT web page. It also partners with Change4Life to provide practical resources for families on the Live IT programme.
If you are a health professional that would like to find out more about The Movement, please complete the enquiry form below: