Venlo's Goed Bezig project boosts senior activity with 1,200 guides and 40 weekly participants
Venlo’s Goed Bezig initiative marks its first year by empowering seniors through physical activity and social engagement. With 1,200 activity books distributed and 40 seniors now exercising weekly, the project is expanding its reach to keep older residents active and connected in their neighborhoods.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Goed Bezig |
| Municipality | Venlo |
| Duration | 1 year (launched April 1, 2025) |
| Activity Books Distributed | 1,200 |
| Weekly Participants | 40 seniors |
| New Partners Added | 8 |
| Upcoming Events | Senior Day (April 22), Walking Four-Day Event, Summer Activity |
| Contact | www.fit.venlo.nl |
The Municipality of Venlo, through its Fit Venlo initiative, plays a key role in promoting public health and social cohesion by supporting local projects like Goed Bezig. These efforts align with broader municipal goals to enhance the well-being of seniors through accessible physical activity and community engagement.
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Goed Bezig Celebrates 1 Year: Moving Together in Venlo
On April 1, the Goed Bezig project will celebrate its first anniversary. In this first year, we have worked together with partners to promote physical activity among seniors in the municipality of Venlo.
In practice, this meant organizing activities such as the Senior Day and participating in the senior matinee around the Venloop. These were moments where movement and social interaction came together. Additionally, 1,200 activity books were distributed, providing seniors with an overview of available activities in their own neighborhoods.
In collaboration with partners, various interventions were developed through the Train the Trainer program. Currently, 40 seniors are exercising weekly using this approach. The network has also expanded with eight new partners. Activities such as the bocce tournament contributed to both physical activity and social interaction.
In the coming year, we will build on this foundation. For example, a pilot with the activity box will launch, and five new interventions will be developed. Furthermore, several activities are planned, including the Senior Day on April 22 in Velden, a partner meeting in May, the Senior Walking Four-Day Event, and a summer activity.
With Goed Bezig, we continue to focus on making physical activity accessible for seniors in Venlo.
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This news item was posted on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 11:13 AM on Venlo Fit