All about PMActive
At PMActive, we are committed to providing children with additional needs and other underrepresented groups with access to a range of sporting, educational and enrichment activities. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to participate in engaging activities regardless of their background or health status. That's why we offer inclusive programs designed to ensure everyone feels comfortable, engaged and confident.
Our expert team is dedicated to helping participants develop their skills in a fun and supportive environment. We offer services that are as flexible and varied as our users, ranging from sports coaching and activities, through to functional skills tutoring and 1:1 mentoring. We really do offer something for everyone.
Meet the Team
Martin King
Director & Head of Sports Coaching and Development
Martin is our Sports Coaching and Development Lead. As well as delivering sports coaching, Martin can be found at our group sessions and undertakes LSA and mentoring activities, providing additional support and guidance to participants.
He specialises in multi-skills development for children (often referred to as Multi Sports) and coaching football for all ages and ability levels. Martin’s role is to develop and deliver sporting sessions that are fun, engaging, and support the physical and developmental needs of the individuals attending.
Martin’s coaching philosophy is focused on increasing learning and participation through engaging, participant-focused activities — no boring drills and lots of games!
Rachel King
Director & Head of Education
and Welfare
Rachel is our Education and Welfare Lead. She ensures that all the activities we run for children are both fun and supportive of their development, while also meeting the highest standards of safety. Parents and carers can feel confident that their young people are having an enjoyable and secure experience while in our care.
As well as her lead role, Rachel can also be found at of our group sessions and undertakes tutoring and mentoring activities, offering additional support and guidance to young people.
Rachel believes play-based learning underpins all aspects of a child’s development, from creativity through to communication and problem-solving skills. With a little help, play can unlock a world of potential in all children!
Zoe Barnes
Youth Activities Team Leader
(Part Time)
Zoe works part-time for PMActive as a Youth Activities Team Leader. Zoe is also the Woodhatch Community Centre Manager where some of our activities take place.
She has experience of running and hosting community events, including birthday parties and has coached children's athletics for 8 years. Zoe's work with PMActive centres around our group sessions, including our youth club provisions.
Zoe’s role is all about creating a positive, welcoming environment where young people can get active, build confidence, and enjoy being part of a group.
Zoe's approach is simple: activities should be fun. Zoe focuses on making sessions enjoyable, inclusive, and engaging so everyone leaves with a smile and a great experience.
Luke Taylor
Community Activator Apprentice Coach
Luke has recently begun his Level 2 Community Activator Coach apprenticeship, developing the skills to inspire and engage young people through sport and physical activity. He’s passionate about promoting health, wellbeing, and participation, and is already proving to be a great fit, helping to deliver safe, inclusive, and engaging sessions for everyone.
Luke's work at PMActive centres around our group sessions and holiday clubs, supporting young people to get involved, build confidence, and enjoy being active.
He has lived experience of neurodivergence, which helps him identify how best to create inclusive, supportive spaces where all children feel understood, valued, and able to thrive.