Yr 9 -10 This Girl CAN

When

October 13, 2026    
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Where

Long Stratton Leisure Centre
Swan Lane, Norwich, NR15 2UY

This Girl CAN

This an exciting and inspiring event designed to encourage girls to be active, try new activities and discover ways to enjoy physical activity for life. The festival provides a fun, supportive and non-competitive environment where participants can build confidence, make new friends and experience a variety of activities.

Throughout the day, pupils will take part in a carousel of engaging sessions led by qualified instructors and coaches, which may include:

  • Zumba
  • Fitness
  • Karate
  • Yoga
  • Football

The festival aims to celebrate movement in all its forms and demonstrate that there are many different ways to be active, regardless of ability or previous experience. Pupils will be encouraged to challenge themselves, have fun and develop positive attitudes towards physical activity and wellbeing.

Event Theme

This is an ENGAGE event, designed to inspire young people to take part in physical activity through positive, enjoyable and inclusive experiences. The event focuses on participation, enjoyment and building confidence, helping pupils to develop a lifelong connection with being active.

Intent

The aim of the event is to engage and inspire girls by providing opportunities to experience a range of physical activities in a supportive environment, helping to build confidence, improve wellbeing and encourage sustained participation in sport and physical activity.

For more information about our SSP Event Themes and Intents, CLICK HERE

Which schools is the event open to?  

The event is open to pupils from all high schools in the Norwich School Sport Partnership network.  All Schools 

If your school is not part of our Partnership but would like to attend the event please contact Lisa using the details below. 

Clothing & Footwear 

As the event will take place indoors, pupils should wear appropriate indoor PE kit and suitable sports footwear. 

Please ensure all pupils bring a water bottle and lunch.

Spectators 

Unfortunately we can not accommodate spectators at this event.

Transport  

Schools are responsible for arranging their own transport to and from the event.  

Photo & Video Consent  

We would like to capture photographs and videos of the event to celebrate the achievements of the pupils and schools taking part.  

  • Photos and videos may be taken by City Academy Norwich (NSSP) staff or an official photographer for use in promotional materials, including websites, social media, newspapers and newsletters.  
  • It is the responsibility of each school to ensure that appropriate parental or guardian consent has been obtained for all participating pupils.  
  • Pupils without consent for photography or filming must wear a yellow snap band so they can be easily identified.  

Safeguarding & Risk Assessment  

  • A risk assessment will be emailed to all schools prior to the event.   
  • Schools are reminded to familarise themselves with their safeguarding responsibilities when attending SSP events. safeguarding responsibilities  

How to Enter  

  • If you are logged in, please complete the booking form below.  
  • If you are not logged in, please log in to your account before completing the booking form.  
  • Entry deadline: Thursday 1st October

Support  

For any questions about the event or support with preparing pupils, please contact:  

📧 l.hunter@canorwich.org 

Bookings

Tickets

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