Netball, bowls, beach volleyball: Join In and get sporty!

I found out today about an organisation called Join In which was set up after the London Olympics and Paralympics. They wanted to channel the enthusiasm shown over the course of the Games into longer-term fitness and volunteering opportunities.

Their site hosts a searchable database of activities and open days run by local sports clubs.

Currently near Earlsfield you can:

• Get back to netball
• Give bowls a go
• Try beach volleyball
• Take part in a family discovery day
• Find out what korfball is all about
• Take on the Wimbledon Common parkrun

There are loads of activities all over London and you can search for them by post code to find one that's near your home or work. You can also find out what clubs are looking for volunteers if you'd like to get involved.

Many of the listings are free or low cost and great if you're looking to try out something new without the commitment. Local sports clubs can also list open days and activities and register interest in attracting new volunteers.

Now the summer's here, it's the perfect time to get out and enjoy the sun.