Beginnings
The story of Creuse En Forme began in 2015, when a group of community-minded individuals recognised a shared problem: too many residents wanted to be active but had limited options for friendly, non-intimidating physical activities.
The founders believed that the solution was to create a local association dedicated entirely to promoting physical well-being in an inclusive way. With determination, they set up the association, found a venue, and started offering their first activities.
Early Challenges
Like any new initiative, we faced challenges in our early years:
- Limited Awareness: Many residents did not initially know we existed.
- Small Resources: We had to work with minimal equipment and funding.
- Scheduling: Finding times that suited different age groups required careful planning.
Despite these obstacles, our small group of members kept coming back — and they brought their friends and family. Word began to spread.
Growth and Development
Over time, we:
- Increased our number of activities to include various exercise formats.
- Welcomed people from all age ranges, from young adults to seniors.
- Partnered with local health professionals for workshops.
- Built a reputation for being friendly, adaptable, and genuinely community-focused.
By consistently listening to members’ needs, we adapted our programs to be more varied, accessible, and engaging.
Milestones
Some key moments in our history include:
- 2015: Official founding of Creuse En Forme.
- 2016: First expansion of activity options.
- 2018: Launch of health and nutrition workshops.
- 2020: Continued activity despite public health restrictions, with adapted programs to maintain community connection.
- 2023: Reached a significant increase in membership, showing the lasting demand for our approach.
Lessons Learned
Our journey has taught us:
- Small beginnings can grow into lasting impact.
- Listening to participants is essential for long-term success.
- Health initiatives must adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
The Road Ahead
Our history is just the foundation. We are looking forward to:
- Introducing new programs based on community feedback.
- Strengthening partnerships to offer specialised services.
- Maintaining our friendly, inclusive spirit no matter how much we grow.