As part of our skills development work, we are meeting some of the people who are working in the the sport and physical activity sector across Lincolnshire. Including those people in East Lindsey and Boston who have taken advantage of our Skills Fund to help them get started in this rewarding area of work, or develop their professional skills further.

Meet Karen, an aqua aerobics enthusiast on her way to becoming an instructor

Karen Hills fell in love with aqua aerobics after she started attending classes at her local leisure centre. With support from the Active Lincolnshire Skills Fund, she’s now planning to return to work and pursuing her dream of becoming an aqua aerobics instructor. She’s excited to share her passion for this fun and effective workout with others.

Karen shares her motivation for becoming an instructor:

I have got a path planned of where I want to go and what I want to do which I am incredibly excited about. I really enjoy exercise but aqua aerobics is particularly special, and I'm excited to share that experience with others. Having an arthritic right knee and a larger body build, I understand the challenges of feeling restricted in exercise. My goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive space where people can exercise, have fun, and improve their overall well-being.

If you've got a passion for sport or physical activity and want get started on a new career path or develop your existing professional skills in this sector, the Active Lincolnshire Skills fund may be able to help you. Visit our Skills Fund page to find out more and apply.