Welcome to Sports Development
At Derry City & Strabane District Council, our Sports Development team is committed to making sport and physical activity a positive, accessible experience for everyone — regardless of age, ability, background, or experience.Our mission is simple: More People, More Active, More Often.
Through the Be Active: Physical Activity, Wellbeing & Sport Strategy, we are working to break down barriers and provide meaningful opportunities for individuals and communities to get involved in sport and physical activity— whether that’s through grassroots participation, community-based programmes, club development, or talent pathways.
We focus on:
- Inclusive sport – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to take part, including underrepresented groups and those facing barriers.
- Active wellbeing – promoting sport not just for competition, but for physical and mental health, social connection, and lifelong enjoyment.
- Support for clubs and coaches – helping our local sports network grow stronger and more sustainable.
- Lifelong participation – creating opportunities for people to stay active through all stages of life.
Be Active: A Physical Activity, Wellbeing & Sport Strategy
Get Involved
Explore our current programmes, inclusive activities, funding and training opportunities – and discover how you can Be Active in Derry & Strabane.