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Activ8tion Activ8tion is a specialised health, fitness and wellbeing service. Supporting children & families in education and community based setting.

Welcome to Activ8 Fitness Camp, a fitness company which provides a service to all members of your family. My name is Ben Green, I have been working with young people for over 10 years. As a qualified Personal Trainer with 10 years in the field, holding a JNC in Youth & Community work and BSc (Hons) Child & Youth Studies, I have fused all my knowledge and experience together and created a unique approach to engaging young people in Health & fitness. Over the past 7 years I have been working with a nationally recognised charity using health and fitness to improve young peoples confidence, self esteem, social issues, behaviour knowledge and life chances. I am a firm believer in fitness being used as a tool to help personal and social barriers, especially in the correct environment. At Activ8 Kids we create a fun environment for your children to engage and learn. Activ8 Adults is a great fitness programme to get yourself into shape! We encourage all abilities to attend. If you are looking to get yourself into the best shape possible, reduce body fat, improve physical fitness, training for a specific sport, off season training or just looking for a social activity, this is the place to be!! Activ8 Families is firstly a very unique programme and the first of its kind in Essex. Activ8 Families is the perfect programme for all family members (ages 5+). At Activ8 Families both the kids and adults get a great workout! The session is divided into two groups (kids/adults) and both are put through their paces by different trainers, the groups are then brought back together at the end for fitness games. Personal Training is also available. The sessions are bespoke to all individuals. Weekly workout plans and nutrition plans can be provided on request. If you are looking to achieve your dream body this year or reach fitness levels you never thought you would achieve, look no further!! Indoor and outdoor venues are available

On Monday, the pupil feels settled at school and rates most areas of The Power of 8 as Thriving.On Tuesday, a fallout wi...
01/10/2026

On Monday, the pupil feels settled at school and rates most areas of The Power of 8 as Thriving.

On Tuesday, a fallout with friends changes how school feels. At the next check-in, the pupil chooses Emerging in three areas:

• Emotions. Feeling upset about the fallout.
• Confidence. Feeling less comfortable speaking or joining in.
• Connection. Feeling unsure about the friendships.

EDT stands for Emerging, Developing and Thriving. These ratings help the pupil describe where a core area feels at that point in time.

The Power of 8 is our personal development and wellbeing framework. Alongside the 8 Steps to Activ8tion , it gives the pupil and professional time to identify what has changed and reflect when the pupil feels ready.

Words don’t have to come first. The pupil can simply point to a core area to show where support may be needed.

The professional can then:

• Give the pupil time to communicate without pressure.
• Explore what happened when it feels right.
• Share observations and listen to the pupil’s perspective.
• Agree a practical next step together.

Tuesday’s rating doesn’t erase Monday’s progress. It helps us understand what the pupil needs now, even when explaining it feels difficult.

When a child is upset, “What’s wrong?” can be a hard question to answer.I’d start smaller. Put out a few feelings cards ...
24/09/2026

When a child is upset, “What’s wrong?” can be a hard question to answer.

I’d start smaller. Put out a few feelings cards and ask, “Which one is closest?” If none fit, let them draw one. Then ask, “Would you like to talk, move around, or have some space?”

That can tell you more than asking for the whole story at once.

Here’s how this could link to the Power of 8 ©:

• Emotions: The child identifies a feeling, even if they can’t explain it yet.
• Connection: “Worried” might lead to a conversation about a friendship.
• Body: Moving around might help them feel ready to talk.
• Confidence: They have a say in what happens next.

Then follow their lead. If they ask for space, give them space. If they choose to talk, listen. You can find out more together when they’re ready.

Some of the most meaningful progress in school can be easy to overlook. A pupil feeling comfortable enough to take part,...
23/09/2026

Some of the most meaningful progress in school can be easy to overlook. A pupil feeling comfortable enough to take part, build trust or reach a personal milestone can be a big step.

That’s why Katrina’s words mean so much to us. She’s seen Activ8tion’s work with pupils over many years, and I’m grateful she shared her experience.

“I’ve worked with Ben, the founder of Activ8tion, for many years and there’s only one reason for this: impact. All the pupils he has supported over the years have met some very personal milestones, which can often be overlooked. He has a way with children and young people that enables them to drop their guards and immerse themselves in the intervention, and this is the key to progress. It’s meaningful to them and their circumstance. I would recommend Activ8tion to any provision that takes the wellbeing and personal development of their children and young people seriously. We must all do better at equipping children and young people with the skills they need to be successful in life, not just in school. Reach out to Ben to find out more!”

Katrina Medley, Executive Headteacher

Thank you, Katrina. It means a lot to hear that the small, personal steps pupils make are being recognised.

Confidence Through CookingToday’s session focused on cooking, nutrition, confidence and trying something new.For this pu...
21/09/2026

Confidence Through Cooking

Today’s session focused on cooking, nutrition, confidence and trying something new.

For this pupil, trying new foods and eating freshly prepared meals can be difficult due to his autism-related food preferences. Keeping the process simple and predictable was important.

We worked through each stage together:

• Preparing the ingredients
• Seasoning the chicken
• Cooking it safely
• Boiling the rice
• Plating the meal
• Trying the finished dish

Cooking created a relaxed space for conversation. We spoke about how chicken and rice can fuel his body, support his sports performance and help with recovery after football or basketball.

He stayed engaged, tried the new flavours and ate the whole meal.

For me, this session showed the Power of 8 working in practice. One cooking activity created opportunities to develop confidence, independence, nutrition knowledge, communication and a more positive relationship with food.

The framework fitted naturally around what mattered to him. We linked the meal to the sports he enjoys, kept the steps manageable and gave him space to make choices without placing pressure on him.

After the session, I spoke with his support staff about what we had completed, how well he responded and how we can continue using the same simple approach.

The programme is beginning to change how he thinks about food. He is moving from seeing freshly prepared meals as something unfamiliar to seeing cooking as something he can take part in, understand and enjoy.

Power of 8 links:

• Health. Developing cooking, nutrition and food-safety skills.

• Body. Understanding how protein and carbohydrates support energy, sport and recovery.

• Confidence. Trying unfamiliar flavours and successfully preparing a full meal.

• Goals. Choosing a hot honey chicken sandwich to prepare during his next session.

• Connection. Creating space for conversation and sharing progress with trusted adults and support staff.

Next week, we will build on this progress through a meal he selected himself.

It’s been a while since we’ve posted on here, but that certainly doesn’t mean we’ve been standing still.Behind the scene...
18/09/2026

It’s been a while since we’ve posted on here, but that certainly doesn’t mean we’ve been standing still.

Behind the scenes, we’ve been busy developing new programmes, creating practical resources and continuing to grow the Power of 8 framework.

A lot of time, thought and real-life experience has gone into making sure our work remains flexible, inclusive and able to meet the different needs of children and young people across schools, care, specialist and community settings.

We’ve also been thinking carefully about how we can better support the families and professionals around each young person, because meaningful progress happens when everyone feels informed, included and supported.

For anyone new to the page, I’m Ben Green, Founder and Director of Activ8tion.

The Power of 8 sits at the centre of everything we do, helping children and young people explore their Emotions, Confidence, Connection, Creativity, Health, Goals, Body and Belonging.

We’re really excited to start sharing more of what we’ve been developing, what our work looks like in practice and where Activ8tion is heading next.

This feels like the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

Did you know there is no one right way to support PE anxiety or low engagement with movement.The approach has to match t...
18/02/2026

Did you know there is no one right way to support PE anxiety or low engagement with movement.
The approach has to match the young person.
For some pupils, PE can feel overwhelming because of how they feel about their body.

This includes pupils living with obesity.
This includes pupils experiencing disordered eating, including anorexia.
It can also be difficult for pupils with gross motor difficulties.
If movement feels hard, PE can feel exposing.
It can be hard for pupils with speech disorders too.
If they cannot communicate as effectively, it can feel unsafe to ask for help, explain needs, or respond under pressure.

Sometimes we start with play.
Games.
Simple challenges.
Role play using cartoon characters.
That is not just for early years and primary.
It can work really well for older children who have a lower cognitive and intellectual age, because it reduces pressure and makes learning feel safe.

Sometimes we start with the basics.
Walking.
Short routines.
A predictable warm up.
A calm pace.
That can be the first win that builds confidence and trust.

Sometimes we go the other way.
Weight based gym training.
Structured strength sessions.
Clear progression.
That can be the hook for young people who need routine and tangible progress.

For some pupils, it is not even the activity that is the trigger.
It is the pressure and expectations.
Having to join in.
Being watched.
Being compared.
Fear of getting it wrong.
Fear of negative comments.
Fear of standing out.

We have also seen the power of this work with young people involved in criminal activities.
A positive outlet can shift identity.
It can build self worth.
It can give space to make different choices.
The end goal is always the same.
If they are in school, reintegrate them back into PE feeling more confident, more able, and ready.

If they are in a children’s home or supported living, build fitness and movement into their routine in a way that feels safe, realistic, and sustainable.

We use the same approach across settings.
Schools.
Children’s homes.
Residential settings.
Semi independent living.

We adapt the entry point.
We keep the language consistent.
We build skills that carry into real life.
Every age, every stage. Wellbeing for life.

I am sharing this because it shows what happens when a young person gets choice, consistency, and the right support.I wo...
17/02/2026

I am sharing this because it shows what happens when a young person gets choice, consistency, and the right support.

I work 1 to 1 with a 15 year old who has experienced school based avoidance for years.
He has a diagnosis of ASD.
He can withdraw at any moment if he feels overwhelmed, so trust, pacing, and predictability matter.

Before we met in person, we had 3 video calls to help him settle and feel safe with the idea of working together.
His needs were not met early in education.
His attendance has been very poor in the past. He missed around two years of school.

Mondays are his hardest day.
Unstructured weekends can build his anxiety up.
By Monday morning it can feel crippling for him.

Here is the key point.
The intervention is the engagement tool.
We start with what the young person chooses.
Not what adults think they should do.
He chose cooking and nutrition because it felt safe and it matched his interest.
That choice creates ownership.
Ownership creates buy in.
Buy in creates consistency.
Consistency creates trust.

Once we have that, our coaches do the real work.
We use the chosen activity as the doorway, then we intentionally strengthen other areas of the Power of 8 around it.

Cooking is never just cooking.
It becomes a safe space to build confidence through small wins.
It becomes a chance to practise regulation when anxiety rises.
It becomes connection through steady conversation and shared focus.
It becomes goals through simple steps and accountability.
It becomes belonging through predictability and feeling accepted.

We track this using weekly scoring across the Power of 8 areas.
He can see where he is each week.
He can see what is improving.
He can see what still feels hard.
He helps choose the next step, so it stays his journey.
The best part is this.
The Power of 8 is not tied to one setting.
This framework and our programmes can go anywhere children and young people are.

After 5 weeks, the change is real.
He is cooking and baking foods outside his comfort zone.
He is trying foods. Not every time. Not always liking them. That is still progress.
One of my favourite parts is the family element.
He now makes bigger batches so he can take food home.
He wants his family to try what he has made.
It creates moments of pride and connection at home, not just progress in the session.

It gives his family a positive talking point that is not about attendance or anxiety.
I have been told he has woken up early on two occasions, excited to come to the session.
That is not small.
That is a young person choosing to show up, after years of struggling.

So I proposed a personal goal with him.
Move his session to the morning after half term.
The aim is simple. Build momentum early and support a full day of engagement.
He accepted.
He is starting morning sessions after half term.
This is the work.

This is what happens when you meet needs properly, build trust, and stay consistent.
Every age, every stage. Wellbeing for life.

11/08/2025

✨ Free Power of 8 Wellbeing Downloads for Parents & Carers ✨

We have created a set of simple wellbeing resources you can use at home to help you:

🌟 Turn everyday moments into opportunities for connection
🌟 Boost your family’s mood and motivation with quick, feel-good activities
🌟 Create a calmer, more positive home environment without adding extra pressure

They’re free, easy to use, and designed so you can start straight away.

Want them?
📩 Comment “YES” below or send me a DM with your email address, and I’ll send them out at the end of this week.

Sometimes it’s the smallest changes that make the biggest difference. 💛

Introducing the Power of 8 VisualHere it is – the Power of 8 framework.Can you visualise this in your family home, or in...
10/08/2025

Introducing the Power of 8 Visual

Here it is – the Power of 8 framework.

Can you visualise this in your family home, or in your professional setting?
Think about how these 8 outcomes could help shape your wellbeing provision at work — or strengthen wellbeing in your own home.

The Power of 8 is designed to work anywhere:
• In schools to build confidence, voice, and emotional resilience
• In care settings to create trust, routine, and a sense of belonging
• In homes to strengthen connection and create positive habits
• In youth services to inspire creativity, purpose, and life skills

Looking at these 8 outcomes, I’d love to know:
• Which feels easiest for you to support right now?
• Which do you find most challenging?
• Where would you like more ideas and support?

We have some fantastic free resources launching soon, along with paid handbooks and toolkits at a very reasonable rate — all designed to make the Power of 8 easy to use in real life.

Your feedback will help shape what’s coming, so it’s genuinely useful — not just on paper.

Drop your thoughts in the comments or send me a quick DM. I read every one.

Here it is – the Power of 8 framework.Can you visualise this in your family home, or in your professional setting?Think ...
10/08/2025

Here it is – the Power of 8 framework.

Can you visualise this in your family home, or in your professional setting?

Think about how these 8 outcomes could help shape your wellbeing provision at work — or strengthen wellbeing in your own home.

The Power of 8 is designed to work anywhere:
• In schools to build confidence, voice, and emotional resilience
• In care settings to create trust, routine, and a sense of belonging
• In homes to strengthen connection and positive habits
• In youth services to inspire creativity, purpose, and life skills

Looking at these 8 outcomes, I’d love to know:
• Which feels easiest for you to support right now?
• Which do you find most challenging?
• Where would you like more ideas and support?

We have some fantastic free resources launching soon, along with paid handbooks and toolkits at a very reasonable rate — all designed to make the Power of 8 easy to use in real life.

Your feedback will help shape what’s coming, so it’s genuinely useful — not just on paper.

Drop your thoughts in the comments or send me a quick DM. I read every one.

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