NEWS
Next Meeting
Wednesday 9th September 7.30pm
The Zoom link will be sent to members prior to the meeting.
Many thanks to all who attended, and contributed to, another successful AGM and networking event.
2026 AGM Presentations
Margaret Somerville; the winner of this year's ClubSport West Lothian Service to Sport Award
presented at our AGM and Network Night by Liza Linton, National Development Officer, Scottish ClubSport.
Network Night Presentations, Resources and Links
- Scottish Clubsport Presentation, Liza Linton (powerpoint)
- WLC Active Schools and Community Sport Team, Kathryn Graham Dalgliesh (powerpoint)
- Call to action for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games (powerpoint)
- Volunteer Scotland Disclosure Services, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or https://www.volunteerscotland.net/
- Guidance and Resources: https://disclosureservices.cmail20.com/t/d-l-wmiydd-dydkhtlhjh-d
- Online PVG Disclosure Application Request: https://disclosureservices.cmail20.com/t/d-l-wmiydd-dydkhtlhjh-h
- Disclosure Scotland Duty to Refer Guidance: https://disclosureservices.cmail20.com/t/d-l-wmiydd-dydkhtlhjh-k
- Request a PVG for someone aged just under the age of 16: email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Learning Bytes Currently Available:
Duty to Refer Process https://disclosureservices.cmail20.com/t/d-l-wmiydd-dydkhtlhjh-u
Sharing Disclosure Information https://disclosureservices.cmail20.com/t/d-l-wmiydd-dydkhtlhjh-o
Award
Congratulations to Elevate Acro Gymnastics Club - Scottish ClubSport Club of the Year 2025
Elevate Acro Gymnastics Club was founded in January 2025 after a local club’s closure left 750 gymnasts without a home. Elevate launched with four volunteer coaches and charity trustees, opening its doors just eight weeks later. In six months, the club has delivered over 12,000 session places to children across West Lothian, including those with additional needs. Highlights include a 300-person launch event, a summer programme with 350 places, school outreach in four schools, and national competition success.
The club has raised nearly £20,000 through gymnast-led fundraising and secured over £13,000 in grants for equipment and a sprung floor. Strong governance, a growing team of 10 freelance coaches, and a Young Leader Academy with 14 participants reflect Elevate’s commitment to sustainability and inclusion.
Nicole Higginson, Head Coach received a special ClubSport award for her dedication to the sport, and the club continues to thrive through community, resilience, and innovation.
You can find previous news items HERE.
ClubSport West Lothian's membership year runs from 1st April.
To ensure the information on our database is up to date It would be appreciated if all members would complete a copy of the current membership form, which can be downloaded from our web site.
The membership fee is still £15. Thanks to all who have already renewed their membership.
ClubSport West Lothian is now taking Grant Applications.