Londoners are being encouraged to get fit for free in the lead-up to the London 2012 Games.
The Playsport London: FreeSport initiative will give people in the capital the chance to try a variety of activities, from rugby, swimming, football and tennis to less sport-based methods such as dance and martial arts.
Around £340,000 will be invested in 120 projects that will run through July, August and September 2010 and 2011.
London Mayor Boris Johnson got involved with the free sports programme encouraging people to take part “whatever your age, ability or proclivity”.
Launching the scheme in Bermondsey, south-east London, he said: “With the drama of the World Cup unfolding on our TV screens and the excitement of another fabulous Wimbledon tournament, we are seeing some of the greatest sports people in the world in action at the moment.
“As we build up to the 2012 Games, we want to inspire and encourage more Londoners to get active and have a go for themselves – particularly the youngsters who could be this country’s sporting stars of the future.
“Whatever your age, ability or proclivity, there’s a sport or activity to suit, so give it a go.”
FreeSport is part of the Mayor’s £30 million commitment to create a sporting legacy from the London 2012 Games by supporting grassroots sport, improving sporting infrastructure and building capacity and skills.
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