Working with focus groups

Our focus groups are small, informal groups of up to 15 people who meet to discuss the chosen topic, and offer their opinions on how we can improve access to sport and physical activity for certain groups. The groups will be small and relaxed, and offer the opportunity to offer opinions in a no-pressure environment, whilst hearing about the work that we’re doing.

At present, our disability and inclusivity focus group meets in person every couple of months for a few hours to review our recent work. The group is hosted in venues around Norfolk, and the tea, coffee and snacks are on us!

However, we appreciate that for many people, this type of arrangement will not fit their busy schedule. With this in mind, our sign-up form will ask what sort of time, location and frequency would suit you, whether it’s in person or online. When setting up the group, we will take into account what arrangements suit the majority of respondents.

Just yourself, your ideas and your experiences! We want to hear about all types of experiences with physical activity from people across Norfolk, to get the best idea of the bigger picture.

These Focus Groups operate on a volunteer basis, in order to enable us to direct limited funds towards highlighted areas of concern or need. If transport is an issue, you may be able to join us online to save costs.

When setting up a meeting, we will try and arrange a date that best suits everyone.

However, we understand that life is busy and you might not be able to make every session! We simply ask that you let us know if you are unable to attend, so that we can plan ahead in terms of numbers.

To register your interest in one of our focus groups, please see the open groups and fill in the form at the bottom of this page. By doing so, you are not committing to anything just yet, and we will send you more details as and when we have them.

If the group you’re interested in is not listed below, it is because we are not currently inviting people to join this Focus Group. When we open up new groups, we will announce this across our platforms.

Please note, whilst we want as many attendees as possible, we may have to limit the number of people we invite to take part in a session in order to ensure it is productive and everyone has a chance to have their say. Please do not be offended if this is the case; you may be invited to a future group.

If you have any questions about the focus groups, please use our Contact Form and select ‘Focus Groups’. This will ensure your query is sent to the correct team members.