A MENTAL health charity has announced it will be holding workshops across Somerset to help people understand how physical activity can have a positive impact on mental and physical health. 

Mind, the mental health charity running the sessions said the three hour workshop, mental health awareness for sport and physical activity is designed for coaches, sport administrators and volunteers. 

A spokesman for Mind said: "We have listened to people living with mental health problems and people working in the sport and physical activity sectors to create a practical workshop that will help you.

"Understand common misconceptions about mental health and the impact of stigma and discrimination. 

"Indentify the positive impact that being active has on physical and mental health.

"Appreciate the barriers that stop people getting active. 

"Talk about mental health confidentially."

Workshops cost £510 for 20 participants. 

For more information visit http://www.MindTWS.org.uk/MHASPA