B:activ at Youth 1st

19/10/2026

This October break Youth 1st are proud to be supporting the environment, making pirate waves and giving our Pirate some ECO-POWER 💚 with our groups, at COSMOS, East Neuk Centre Trust, MCCI and Collydean.

Together we are showing that even small actions can make a big difference when it comes to protecting the planet.

Let's keep making waves, spreading the eco message and building a greener future together

Go Pirates!

05/10/2026

October holidays are almost upon us, with the team looking forward to catching up with some of our Member groups once again.
It is not too late - if your group are interested in a session, contact [email protected] - hurry! spaces are limited, and allocated on a first come first served basis.
Here we have our statistics from the summer holiday delivery - we had fun, and are looking forward to more of the same this coming holiday.

24/07/2026

24/07/2026

As we reach the end of another fun week of delivery with the B:activ team from Youth 1st we would like to extend our thanks to the organisations we have had the chance to work alongside.

We have spent time doing sports taster sessions, beach games scavenger hunts, rock identification, beach art and arts and crafts in the park with Families First.

Joined the team from Cupar Youth Cafe, Cupar YMCA and North East Fife youthwork at the summer Roadshow, where there was great conversations had, links made and a unique doodle T-shirt created.

And, worked with Fife Coast and Countryside Trust, the Green Health Networks at the first of a series of Butterfly Picnics held in the Levenmouth area, A shout out to those who came along to the Kennoway Den, and Memorial Park Methil events, supporting he butterfly count, enjoying a picnic together, making seed bombs and butterfly feeders and helping with the litter pick.

These events help improve mental wellbeing, build environmental responsibility and help young people gain physical health benefits while learning new skills and growing confidence and social intereaction.

Tomorrow, the team will be out again at the Learning Garden in Methilhill - why not come along and say hi. and join the fun Then keep your eyes peeled for more Butterfly Picnic events coming up soon.

06/04/2026

Day 1 of our Easter Programme - the team visited the Strollers Football Club, to give the young people a taste of a different sport - Lacrosse - this works on hand eye coordination, teamwork and building on fitness levels. Well done to the young people who took part - you are all champions!
If your group is interested in booking a session, please contact [email protected]

31/03/2026

A fun week spent out and about in North East Fife delivering activities and attending events.

Marianne joined Families First - St Andrews to complete a mini Climate Know How Training Session, where the young people worked alongside their mentors from St. Andrews University to complete awards. Well done to all the young people who took part.

She then attended Cupar Youthcafe, to support the 16+ Programme where we shared a climate buffet, and did some upcycling - learning all about our Carbon Footprint.

Tayport Community Trust invited us to their event at the Larick Centre where over 60 young people joined Marly and Marianne for a fun filled day full of active games and climate crafts. (We may have enjoyed a well earned ice cream too 🍦😀}

and, last night, Marianne and Seraphina joined the North East Fife Youthwork team, for the Blast@Madras. The P7 Transitions programme which works towards giving young people the opportunity to meet others who will be starting senior school after the summer. We did a Lacrosse Taster Session, which is not only fun, but, also works on building communication, leadership and the ability to work with others.

31/12/2025

Have you ever thought about what it means to gift at New Year. Traditionally in Scotland when we First Foot, we take along a small token, and what we gift has different meanings - below are just a few - which will you choose?

Coal - warmth and comfort
Salt - health and preservation
Shortbread - Sustenance
Black bun - Prosperity and abundance
Heather sprig - Luck, protection and new beginnings
Wh**ky - good cheer
Oatcakes - strength, endurance and wellbeing
Silver coin - financial prosperity
Candles - Light, hope & spiritual guidance

26/12/2025

We hope you had an amazing Christmas Day, with lots of special memories made, and tasty treats enjoyed.

Why not continue the celebrations by taking some time out, and spending time outside, enjoying some active activities with family and friends. Time outdoors is recognised as being beneficial to mental health and wellbeing, boosting young peoples cognitive function and reducing stress and anxiety.

Why not take along a rubbish bag and gather while out, supporting the environment is key to our future pleasure through creating an environmental responsibility young people can understand how small actions can make a difference.

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from the b:activ team and all at Youth 1st.

22/12/2025

When gifting this year remember to reduce waste and recycle effectively by reusing materials, choosing eco-friendly options, and recycling common holiday items like wrapping paper and cards.