Welcome to our National What's On 4 Me 2011 Awards - The Winners have been announced!!
"I'm delighted to be part of the 1st Annual What's On 4 Me awards. Activities for adults are so important for our community’s health and well-being, especially for younger generations to see great role-models in their community. I had great role models and I joined a community activity group and that has shaped my life immensely!
Local activity groups are more important than ever these days as more people are moving around. Moving into a new area can be daunting and isolating. Local activity groups help people make friends, make people feel part of their community, build strong support networks and give people a sense of belonging. Joining these local groups builds your confidence and makes life more enjoyable and it certainly did for me!
So it's brilliant how the What's On 4 Me Awards reward the dedicated people and clubs that provide amazing activities to get communities together, learning and active every day of the week. Well done and good luck to all nominees." James DeGale
Award Winners have been announced....!!
Our 1st Annual Awards reward and recognise the people and companies providing the best activities for adults across the UK and they opened on 1st July 2011.
Our awards are voted for 100% by the people that attend these activities every week. The nominations show an appreciation for the valuable, hard work that Activity Leaders and Groups put into the activities they provide.
We have many fantastic new sponsors and we thank them all sincerely for getting involved and quite literally making these Awards possible. And all our community award winners will win a selection of fabulous prizes too. We ask if you can support them too, just take a look in the 2011 Award Sponsors and Partners information below.
This year there are 6 award categories and your activity leaders and community groups have been counting on your support to bring this award home to your region!
What's On 4 Me 2011 - Our National Award Winners & Finalists...!!
There are 6 award categories for the What's On 4 Me 2011 Awards and these are the Winners & Finalists in their categories as voted for by the UK public!!
Most Outstanding Activity Instructor sponsored by Mumpreneur UK open to any individual running a group, class or activity for adults
WINNER - Louise Freezer
Louise says "I live in a small village just outside Thetford, Norfolk. I have worked in the Fitness Industry for 20 years and been teaching Zumba since Jan. 2011. I set up my own business in Feb 2011 " Zumba Lou Lou " and currently run 7 classes a week but will be adding to my timetable in the new year teaching speciality groups in Zumba Gold and Zumbatomic.
Being nominated for Most Outstanding Activity Instructor in the Whats On 4 Me Awards was a great honour, and then to get through to the finals was amazing. It has given my business and my confidence a real boost."
Most Outstanding Learning Tutor open to teachers of courses for adults
WINNER - Amanda Dixon - I Am You Ltd
Amanda says: "I am based in Low Fell Gateshead and have been teaching Social Media under my new Company, I Am You Limited for just over a year now. I am currently holding weekly Social Media Workshops at MPH Training and Conference Centre in Gateshead, together with weekly sessions at Cramlington Learning Village and am in the process of launching my new online Social Media Training platform – her are the links!
I am absolutely chuffed to bits for being short listed as a finalist in this award, I love the fact that both the winner and runner up of this National Award for Most Outstanding Learning Tutor are based in the North East of England."
FINALIST - Emma Campbell-Critchley - Arriba Community Weightloss
Best Activity Provider open to any club or group providing classes or activities for adults
WINNER - No Lippy Bootcamp
No Lippy Boot Camp started 2 years ago and is based in the North East with 15 venues for women and 5 venues for men. All sessions are specifically designed for the male or female body and delivered by experienced Personal Trainers.
The female sessions are designed for inch loss, weight loss, toning and improve fitness levels.
The male camps are designed for muscle definition, fat loss and improve fitness levels. Weigh and measure, nutrition and home workouts are included.
It's not just about people getting into shape though, we are a social group and a place for people to make new friends - come see us here! www.nolippybootcamp.com
FINALISTS: Funky Voices Choir, KL Dancesteps Ltd
Best Local Sports, Health or Fitness Group sponsored by Hilton Bracknell Hotel open to clubs, groups or individuals running sports, health or fitness classes for adults
WINNER - North East Tang Soo Do Academy
Charlie Featherstone says: "I am so overwhelmed that our Academy are at the Finalists stage in the What’s On 4 Me 2011 Awards. We are a family oriented Martial Arts School that cater for all ages and abilities. We have classes at Owton Manor Primary School Eskdale Road Hartlepool on Tuesdays and Thursday and the Stranton Centre Southburn Terrace Hartlepool on Wednesdays, which includes a fun packed fitness class too !.
The Academy has been running for three years and we are very proud of the Academy ethos and its fine students. Please visit our website www.netsda.co.uk for more information.
The Academy owes its continued success to the marvellous contribution from its Students and Parents. As the Chief Instructor of the Academy I wish to thank them all for their support."
FINALISTS - No Lippy Bootcamp, Zumba Fitness (H L Dance)
Best Entertainment Activity, Day Out or Attraction sponsored by REDdot Music open to clubs, groups or individuals who run regular entertainment events for adults
WINNER - KLR Psychic Agency
Karen says: "We are based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, I have had KLR Psychic Agency for 18 months now and we have already featured in a local magazine. I run 2 psychic events each week and a lot often include raising funds for local charities. To find out more on KLR find us on Facebook or visit our website www.klrpsychicagency.co.uk
I am delighted to be a finalist in these awards, great news for my company and can't believe I have reached the top three in the UK! Thanks to everyone who has voted for us!"
FINALISTS - High Road Balloons , The Acorn Theatre
Best Volunteering Group or Individual sponsored by Mumslove.co.uk open to groups & organisations who run volunteering activities for adults - several prizes including a Studio Experience, Artist Merchandise, a weekend package of a Hiton Hotel stay and tickets to Legoland!
WINNER - Amy Livesey - Tynedale Rugby Club
Amy says: “I have been part of the local rugby club for over 12 years and I have been part of the coaching team for 2 seasons.
The joy I get out of seeing each player develop and grow is the best thing in the world.
We train two times a week and have a coaching squad of around eight. The three teams have had great successes and we have eight under 18 Northumberland player and nine under 15 Northumberland players
Being nominated and getting to the finalist stages has been a huge surprise. I am very thankful to all our coaches and players.”
FINALISTS - Kelly Barlow - Hyndburn Stray Dogs In Need, Karen Seafield
MumpreneurUK - Sponsor of Most Outstanding Activity Instructor
Mumpreneur UK is a support network for mums in business, offering advice, resources, articles and events to parents who run their own business. Flexible working can be fantastic for families with young children, and starting and running your own business is the perfect way to achieve flexible working hours.
As well as supporting and celebrating "mumpreneurs", a mum who juggles running a business with family life, Mumpreneur UK are also keen to provide information and support for mums considering starting a business, and reach out to the public and let them know that starting a business is achievable.
Mumpreneneur UK are sponsoring the What's On 4 Me 2011 Most Outstanding Activity Instructor Award and What's On 4 Me are delighted to join forces with UK Mumpreneurs to promote their businesses both regionally and nationally.
Mumslove.co.uk - Sponsor of Best Volunteering Group or Individual
Mumslove.co.uk – the sisterhood of motherhood – it’s every mum-to-be and mum’s new best friend. A site created by mums, for mums and packed full of pearls of wisdom from mums! Brimming with fab product recommendations, top tips from like-minded yummy mummies and a relaxed chat room to swap stories about the ever undulating experience of bringing up baby, this site is definitely worth a peek.
Mumslove seeks to simplify life for busy, stylish and cool mums by offering short and snappy lists of the best products on the market from both high street brands and smaller independent boutiques. Including categories such as ‘Best Products to help sleep’, ‘Best Products to attack weaning’ and ‘General cool stuff’ to name but a few, Mumslove have scoured the net and found the hottest bits of kit that Mums LOVE!
Mumslove.co.uk are sponsoring the What's On 4 Me 2011 Best Local Socialising Group Award and What's On 4 Me are delighted to join forces with Mumslove.co.uk to promote their indispensible advice for Parents across the UK.
REDdot Music - Sponsor of Best Entertainment Activity, Day Out or Attraction
REDdot Studio is a part of REDdot Music Ltd. a Music production and management company with over 40 years combined experience in the music industry.
REDdot Studio is based in the leafy Market Town of Leighton Buzzard, which boasts easy travel access from the M1 and Rail services. The studio is a 10 minutes walk from the Train Station.
The Studio is run by music producer Steve Askew, who has been responsible for launching the music careers of many talented musicians, and is aided by his business partner Glenn Kelly, who has over 15 years experience in the music industry.
REDdot Music are sponsoring the What's On 4 Me 2011 Best Entertainment Activity Award and also providing several prizes including a Studio Experience and Artist Merchandise for our Best Volunteering Group Award.
Hilton Bracknell Hotel - Sponsor of Best Local Sports, Health or Fitness Group
Five minutes from the M3, the Hilton Bracknell hotel is just a 30 minute drive from Heathrow Airport. Revive yourself in the LivingWell Health Club with gym, pool or beauty treatment rooms. Relax in the bubble pool and sauna or do business in one of 12 meeting rooms for up to 250, with wireless internet access in the lounge and bar.
Relax in the modern lounge and bar area at the Hilton Bracknell hotel while enjoying a coffee or a drink or dine in the Larder Restaurant and savour traditional English cuisine. Test your skills in Planet H, our interactive games rooms, great for both children and the young at heart. Wi-Fi is available in the lounge and bar, while all bedrooms have wired high speed internet access.
Visit Bracknell attractions such as Coral Reef Water World or go further afield to Windsor Castle, Ascot Racecourse, Legoland and the rides at Thorpe Park.
Hilton Bracknell Hotel are sponsoring the What's On 4 Me 2011 Best Day Out / Attraction Award and are also providing a prize of a weekend package at the hotel for one night for 2 adults and 2 children, to include English Breakfast and tickets to LEGOLAND for the Best Volunteering Group Award.
Our What's On 4 Junior Awards
This year's 5th Annual Junior Awards received a massive 3,300 nominations, giving recognition to thousands of Junior Activity Leaders and Activity Providers all across the UK.
This was followed by over 30,000 votes for the UK's most inspiring leaders of our children's activities!
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"I'm delighted to be part of the 1st Annual What's On 4 Me awards. Activities for adults are so important for our community’s health and well-being, especially for younger generations to see great role-models in their community. I had great role models and I joined a community activity group and that has shaped my life immensely!
WINNER - Louise Freezer
Louise says "I live in a small village just outside Thetford, Norfolk. I have worked in the Fitness Industry for 20 years and been teaching Zumba since Jan. 2011. I set up my own business in Feb 2011 " Zumba Lou Lou " and currently run 7 classes a week but will be adding to my timetable in the new year teaching speciality groups in Zumba Gold and Zumbatomic. 
WINNER - Amanda Dixon - I Am You Ltd 
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WINNER - Amy Livesey - Tynedale Rugby Club
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REDdot Studio is based in the leafy Market Town of Leighton Buzzard, which boasts easy travel access from the M1 and Rail services. The studio is a 10 minutes walk from the Train Station. 
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