Active Stirling partners with Forth Valley Recovery Community (FVRC) to provide sport and physical activity opportunities for those affected by substance misuse—helping individuals lead healthier, more active lives.
About Our Partnership
Forth Valley Recovery Community (FVRC) supports adults living with mental health challenges and addiction, predominantly related to alcohol and drug misuse.
Through this partnership, Active Stirling’s Community Activation Team delivers a wide range of activities designed to improve wellbeing and build social connections:
- Weekly sessions: badminton, swimming, curling, multi-sport activities
- Outdoor experiences: hillwalking, gorge walking, canoeing/kayaking
- Flagship event: Forth Valley Recovery Olympics – a vibrant celebration of recovery, community, and sport
Benefits of Working Together
- Promotes physical and mental wellbeing.
- Builds confidence and social connections.
- Creates a supportive recovery community.
- Encourages long-term healthy lifestyle changes.
- Reducing the stigma of recovery in sport.
Forth Valley Recovery Olympics Celebrates 10th Anniversary
In July 2026, the Forth Valley Recovery Olympics celebrated its 10th anniversary, bringing together 150 participants and 188 spectators from 18 recovery communities and support organisations across Scotland for a day of activity, connection and celebration at Forthbank Stadium.
The event marked a decade of promoting recovery, resilience and wellbeing through physical activity, friendship and community support.
Forth Valley Recovery Olympics
This annual sports day-style event brings recovery communities from across Scotland together for friendly competition and celebration.
Get Involved or Learn More
For more information, contact Tom Gebbie at gebbiet@activestirling.org.uk or visit Forth Valley Recovery Community.
