Sports and Keep Fit Programmes

At AYP, we believe that sport and physical activity are powerful tools for improving health, building confidence, and strengthening community bonds. Our Sports and Keep Fit Programmes, delivered from the new building and across local facilities in partnership with XXX and other community organisations, offer inclusive and engaging opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to stay active, learn, and connect.

These programmes go beyond exercise — they promote teamwork, discipline, wellbeing, and a positive lifestyle.


Key Services We Provide

Youth Sports Sessions

  • Regular sessions in football, basketball, cricket, tennis, volleyball, dodgeball, and multi-sports for young people aged 8–17.

  • Youth-led tournaments, leagues, and competitions designed to encourage teamwork, participation, and leadership.

Community Fitness and Wellbeing Activities

  • Inclusive fitness sessions for adults, parents, and seniors, such as yoga, walking groups, dance classes, and circuit training.

  • Family fitness days that promote intergenerational participation and healthy living.

Coaching and Skill Development

  • Accredited training and qualifications in sports leadership, coaching, and first aid.

  • Young people and community members can progress into assistant coaching or volunteer roles.

  • Workshops on topics such as nutrition, injury prevention, and mental wellbeing in sport.

Outdoor and Seasonal Activities

  • Sports days, tournaments, and open-air fitness events held in local parks and estates to engage wider community members.

  • Partnerships with schools and local clubs to expand access to sports facilities and coaching opportunities.

Inclusive Access

  • All programmes are open to participants of every ability and background, with specific sessions designed for young people with disabilities and those with limited access to traditional sports opportunities.


Our Mission

Through our Sports and Keep Fit Programmes, AYP aims to:

  • Encourage healthy, active lifestyles across all age groups.

  • Use sport as a tool for social inclusion, teamwork, and confidence building.

  • Provide pathways into leadership, coaching, and employment in sport.

  • Strengthen community cohesion through shared, positive experiences.

By combining fun, fitness, and friendship, AYP helps people become stronger — physically, mentally, and socially.


Outputs

  • 400+ young people and adults engaged annually in sports and fitness activities.

  • 52 weekly sessions delivered throughout the year.

  • 3 community sports events or tournaments delivered annually.

  • 20 participants trained in coaching or sports leadership each year.

  • 8 accredited sports or fitness qualifications achieved annually.

  • 6 inclusive sports sessions per month for participants with additional needs.


Outcomes

  • Improved physical and mental wellbeing among participants.

  • Increased participation in regular physical activity across all demographics.

  • Development of transferable life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and resilience.

  • Reduction in isolation and inactivity, particularly among vulnerable or disengaged residents.

  • Creation of positive community networks built through shared sport and recreation.

  • Pathways into volunteering, coaching, and employment, empowering participants to sustain active lifestyles.