Sports clubs and community groups across Cardiff are being invited to apply for the Cardiff Capital Grant 2026, a funding opportunity designed to support the development and improvement of facilities, equipment and spaces that help local communities take part in sport and physical activity with grants of up to £20,000 available. For further information, eligibility guidance and application details, please contact: metcommunity@cardiffmet.ac.uk Funded by Cardiff Council and ad

I coached a range of physical education classes during my Open Campus placement, including general PE, rugby, badminton, and athletics. I got the opportunity to interact with students of all ages because I worked with students in Reception to Year 6. I also contributed to an ALN session on Mondays, which brought special difficulties but eventually deepened my comprehension of inclusive coaching. Five Things I Learned 1. It’s Scary at the Start, but It Does Get Better At first

We are delighted to announce Morgan Griffiths as our ALP (Archer Leadership Programme) Young Ambassador of the Month for April, recognising his outstanding contribution to the Archers Leadership Programme and his continued impact on young people through leadership, inspiration and delivery. Morgan is a student at Cardiff Metropolitan University and part of our Archers Leadership Programme. He was nominated following his exceptional contribution at our second Young Ambassador

We speak to Jaiden Manders on what he has learned through his time with Open Campus at Cardiff Metropolitan University. (Video interview below) A huge thank you to Jaidens lecturer for the industry placement Lowri Edwards and tutor George Jennings. 1. The importance of communication in coaching During my placement, I learned that effective communication is at the heart of good coaching. It’s not just about giving instructions, but about how those instructions are delivered. I

On April 23rd, Cardiff Met Football Academy and the Physical Activity & Inclusion team collaborated to deliver a primary school football tournament for 50 children in local schools. The event, held at Cardiff University’s Field Facility, was wonderfully coordinated by Lilia Blood (Physical Activity and Inclusion Coordinator for Llanrumney and surrounding areas) and two of Cardiff Met Football Academy’s coaches, Jack and Elliot. The tournament forms a wider part of Cardiff Met

Off the back of our Cardiff Qualifier held earlier this month, we were proud to host the NFL UK & Ireland team for the NFL Flag Welsh Championships. Teams from across Wales travelled to our iconic Cyncoed Campus to compete for a place in the NFL Flag British Championships, taking place in Manchester on 17 June. The Championships welcomed 11 schools and 11 young people, highlighting the continued growth of NFL Flag across Wales and the appetite for competitive, inclusive schoo

This week pupils from two local primary schools laced up their trainers to take part in a vibrant Mini London Marathon in Schools event at Cyncoed Campus, held just one day after the iconic London Marathon itself. The event formed part of a national initiative led by the London Marathon Foundation, designed to encourage children to be physically active by completing a two mile “Mini Marathon” within their school setting or local community. To bring the experience to life, sch

Cardiff Metropolitan University recently welcomed over 170 secondary school girls to campus for the 3rd annual ArcHERS - Girls in Sport @ Cardiff Met Open Campus, an inspiring, student led event designed to boost confidence, increase participation and raise aspirations among young women in sport and physical activity. Delivered through Cardiff Met’s Open Campus model, the event brought together pupils from seven local secondary schools to experience university sport, engage

Cardiff played host to an exciting and highly successful NFL Flag Football Qualifier Event today, welcoming 12 teams and around 140 young people for a day packed with energy, teamwork and high-quality competition. Photo by Carl Roberston The event showcased the rapid growth of flag football across the region, with participants demonstrating excellent skill, sportsmanship and enthusiasm throughout the day. Teams competed across multiple age groups, culminating in the crowning

In 2024, Cardiff Met Sport began an exciting collaboration with the NFL to support the rapid growth of NFL Flag Football across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. What started as a single teacher CPD session quickly became a full pathway – so popular that the very first training needed a waiting list. The goal was simple: give school staff the confidence and knowledge to deliver NFL Flag Football back in their own settings, introducing an inclusive, fast-paced, and engaging s

We are delighted to announce Mia Davies as our first ever Young Ambassador of the Month, recognising her outstanding contribution to the Archers Leadership Programme and her inspiring impact on young people across our School Sport network. Mia is a Year 3 student studying BSc Sport Management at Cardiff Met University and is part of our Archers Leadership Programme. Notably, Mia was the very first young person to join our leadership pathway, helping to set the standard for wh

Cardiff Met hosted its fourth METROX event earlier in March, welcoming more than 200 participants and over 100 spectators for a day of high-energy competition at Met Active. METROX is a fitness race made up of seven 600m runs, with a functional fitness station between each run, testing endurance, strength and resilience throughout the course. The event continues to grow in popularity, attracting students, staff and members of the wider community, with competitors travelling f

There are now just six weeks to go until the 2026 School Sport Survey opens and begins collecting the views of children and young people from across Wales. With every school in Wales invited to take part, we’re aiming to create the most comprehensive picture yet of how young people feel about sport and physical activity. Below you’ll find everything you need to ensure your pupils can take part and have their say. Why your school should take part Taking part in the School Spor

Earlier this week, our team attended the Youth Sport Trust (YST) Conference 2026, joining colleagues from across the UK to explore the future of youth sport, physical activity, and wellbeing. Representing our organisation were Dan Hilltout (Active Young People Pathway Manager) and Sam Friend (School Sport Officer). The conference offered a powerful blend of inspiration, sector insight and practical learning that we are excited to bring back into our work with schools and comm

What are Young Ambassadors? The Young Ambassadors programme is all about empowering young people across Cardiff to be the voice for PE, school sport, physical activity and movement in their schools and communities! A youth leadership movement, YA develops future leaders through sport, physical activity, and play. It inspires young people to lead, mentor, and advocate for a healthier, more active Wales by creating opportunities that build confidence, skills, and a sense of b

Cardiff Met’s Learn to Swim swimmers turned February into a month of big lengths, big smiles, and even bigger impact. Across three lively evenings on 24th, 26th and 28th February, the annual Cardiff Met Swimathon powered its way to a record-breaking total of £2,100 for Project Zambia : the highest amount raised since the event began three years ago. And yes, it absolutely smashed last year’s £1,800 milestone. A Pool Full of Community Spirit If you were anywhere near the Cynco

Cardiff Metropolitan University has been shortlisted for two prestigious honours at the 25th Sport Industry Group Awards, one of the premier events in the UK sporting calendar. The University has been recognised in the following categories: Education Award – Cardiff Met Sport TV Tessa Jowell Community Award – Cardiff School Swimming Charter To be shortlisted for the second consecutive year, alongside organisations such as the The Football Association, Lawn Tennis Associatio

During 2024-2026 Cardiff Met Football Academy have worked alongside the PA & I team on the Move More strategy to run primary school football fixtures in Llanrumney at Cardiff University Fields Facility. The project aims to create more opportunity for young people to play football, as well as to break down barriers preventing access. The project started following conversations with school staff in Llanrumney. We discovered that many schools and pupils in the local area didn't

20 weeks of BMX Coaching for pupils of 3 schools in Llanrumney

National Charity Award Recognises Welsh Student’s Sporting Advocacy Loughborough, 20th November - Ethan, from Cardiff Met Archers, has been named the Young Activist Award Winner at the 2025 Youth Sport Trust Young Changemaker Awards for his outstanding leadership skills, enthusiasm and support for encouraging other young people to get active. The awards celebrate young people who, working alongside Youth Sport Trust and Youth Sport Trust International, have made a real and im