Meeting Three World-Class Athletes

Never a dull moment here at Vinspired. Last week, I had the pleasure of meeting not one but three world-class athletes: World In-line Skating Champion, Jenna Downing; former European and Commonwealth swimming champion, Adam Whitehead, who represented Great Britain for 10 years; and two-time Olympic gold medalist, Dame Kelly Holmes.

Why Were They Here?

Aside from my usual celebrity encounters, these athletes joined us to create a video promoting the upcoming NCS Summer Of A Lifetime programme. We are teaming up with the Dame Kelly Holmes Legacy Trust and local agencies to offer an exciting new programme this summer, with 1,000 free places for young people.

What to Expect?

The programme includes residentials filled with problem-solving, team-building, and outdoor activities supported by world-class athletes. Participants will plan and deliver projects to improve their local communities, culminating in a large celebration to recognize their achievements.

Stay updated with more details, and check out a sneak peek of our filming day. Yes, the Olympic Gold medal Lorna is holding is real!

For more information, read about recognising the inspiring contribution of young volunteers and how Vinspired is connecting with other volunteers on our platform.