Get involved in Gateshead’s journey to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games!
Going for Gold is Gateshead Council's campaign to inspire, encourage and enthuse local people, whatever their age or activity level, to participate in sport and physical activity with the aim of leading a healthier lifestyle, as the borough builds up to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
From archery| to rowing|, synchronised swimming| to judo| and more, there’s lots of Olympic and Paralympic activities you can take part in right here in Gateshead! Plus if you find one you really like there’s support networks in place to help you develop your talents further.
Simply visit our activities pages| and choose anything from our A-Z list to get involved today!
Sport of the Month
We'll be featuring a different Olympic or Paralympic sport each month, be sure to check them out on our Sport of the Month| page as each one comes with a special offer!
Our Going for Gold project has also received the London 2012 Inspire Mark which is awarded to those projects and events that are genuinely inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
There’s lots of Olympic and Paralympic sports to try in Gateshead – look out for this logo to show you what the activities are!
Track of Inspiration
We are looking for two thousand and twelve people to come forward with their own personal inspirations as we head towards the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Visit our Track of Inspiration| and tell us how the games will inspire you and you’ll receive discounts on activities across the borough each month.
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay comes to Gateshead
Areas of Gateshead including Blaydon, Low Fell, Chowdene and the iconic Angel of the North are some of the 1,000 plus villages, towns and cities announced by the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) through which the Olympic Flame will be carried by Torchbearers during the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay, presented by Coca-Cola, Lloyds TSB and Samsung.
For more information on the route in Gateshead click here|.
Sport Club Crawl
Join in Gateshead’s journey to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and try out new sports as you do it!
Each week from Sunday 29 April - Sunday 1 July sports clubs in Gateshead will open their doors for you to try out their sport for free!
Find out more and register here|.