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Leisure Charities That specialise in Exercise and fitness

Discover 1,958 Leisure charities that specialise in exercise and fitness. Use the search below to filter within these results.

1,958
Charities
£8,616,316,045
Total Income
£339,613
Avg Income
85.4%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Life Eternal Trust (uk)

Arts, Health, Leisure

Disseminating the knowledge which promotes and actualises physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health, balance and well-being; in particular the techniques of Sahaja Yoga meditation and the teachings of Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi. Fostering music, arts and crafts from different cultures. Promoting the idea and practice of tolerant and spiritually-centred living.

Latest Income: £339,265
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Bolton Young Men's Christian Association

Associations, Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfare

Our main activities :youth and community work, play and children's work, health sports and fitness, Youth Cafe, detached youth work. personal and social development for people who are disadvantaged by poverty, disability, health issues, young offenders, members of minority community groups enabling them to develop and make a positive contribution to the community in which they live.,

Latest Income: £336,471
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Wheatley Hill Community Association

Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfare

WE EXIST FOR THE COMMUNITY AGED 0 TO 90 PLUS.BENEFITS INCLUDE: GYM, FITNESS SESSIONS, CAFE & CATERING, MEALS ON WHEELS SERVICE, LUNCHEON CLUB, MEN'S & WOMEN'S SOCIAL SUPORT GROUPS, SEQUENCE DANCE, ART GROUP, CHILDREN'S AFTERSCHOOL ACTIVITIES, BABY & TODDLER GROUP, SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITY PROGRAMMES, CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDING TOURING THEATRE, WHOLE FAMILY SOCIAL EVENTS & CELEBRATION

Latest Income: £336,291
Areas of Operation: Durham
Status: Registered
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Gladstone District Community Association

Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure

We offer confidential advice in the following areas:Welfare benefits, Immigration & Asylum, Education, Consumer and General, Nationality, Indefinite leave to remain and appeals.We also offer English classes from Pre-entry Level to Level 2.Enrichment activities like yoga classes, coach trips, sewing classes and flower arranging courses are also offered.

Latest Income: £335,795
Areas of Operation: Peterborough City
Status: Registered
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Support To Recovery

Arts, Health, Leisure

Support to Recovery activities relieves the needs of persons within the county of West Yorkshire having mental healthproblems and those who care for people with mental health difficulties, by preventative means, through support, advice, visual arts, creativity, therapeutic interventions and physical activities and by any other charitable means that the trustees may from time to time think fit;

Latest Income: £331,307
Areas of Operation: Kirklees
Status: Registered
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United Benefice Of Bro Lliedi

Arts, Beneficiary group, Leisure, Religion

Our Ministry team provide pastoral support for the whole population residing within the boundaries of The United Benefice of Bro Lliedi including conducting Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals. Our 6 churches are open for public worship using services written and authorised by the Church in Wales. Our halls are used for social functions, youth groups, music and exercise classes that all can attend.

Latest Income: £331,073
Areas of Operation: Carmarthenshire
Status: Registered
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The Furzedown Project

Arts, Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social care, Social welfare

The Furzedown Project is an activities day centre for older people living in South West London. The Project is a community of warm, friendly over sixties who want to meet new people, keep active and learn new skills. We offer a range of activities including art classes, Asian Friendship Group, bingo, computer support, Keep Fit, singing,, summer outings, a drop-in facility and much more.

Latest Income: £330,901
Areas of Operation: Wandsworth
Status: Registered
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Fight For Change Foundation LTD

Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Leisure

We provide Positive sporting activities within the most hard to reach communities to engage with young people in their own environments including:- Quality coaching in both boxing and fitness activitiesEducational support and personal development opportunities, Accredited training and coaching qualifications, Opportunities to volunteering and undertake work placements, pathways to competition.

Latest Income: £330,457
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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Heaton Community Centre CIO

Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Leisure

We are a Voluntary Community Organisation providing space for a range of Community Groups and have lettings to raise funds to run the Centre.Activities include: Childcare for 0-10year olds, Marshal Arts, Dance, Games/Role Play, Yoga etc. See our Web site for the current programme.We have an OFSTED registered Childcare Setting (550093)

Latest Income: £330,017
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Fusion Health And Well Being

Beneficiary group, Leisure

To promote and encourage physical, mental, and social wellbeing by providing inclusive sports, fitness, and wellbeing activities. With a focus on youth development, Fusion Health & Wellbeing fosters confidence, resilience, and community spirit through structured programs, workshops, and events, promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing barriers to participation for all.

Latest Income: £329,933
Areas of Operation: North East Lincolnshire
Status: Registered
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Tara Yoga Centre

Charitable activities, Leisure

The Centre's objectives are to advance public education in the classical teachings of Yoga based on the highest standards of personal conduct and service to others, and to promote and advance the study and practice of and research into the therapeutic effects of Yoga as a means of preserving, protecting and improving the mental, physical and spiritual health of the community.

Latest Income: £329,707
Areas of Operation: City Of London
Status: Registered
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Mohanji Foundation UK

Health, Leisure, Religion

Mohanji Foundation UK conducts sessions for Meditation, Yoga, prayer, healing, group discussion, retreats/one day programmes for the general public at various locations in the UK. The charity will acquire or support the acquisition of property for the above activities. It disseminates/publishes material on Mohanji's teachings and also arranges pilgrimages to places of worship worldwide.

Latest Income: £328,360
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Edgbarrow Trampoline Club

Leisure

The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation, in particular by the provision of facilities for trampolining. The focus of our classes is the development of a programme of trampolining activities to encourage health and fitness of benefit to all sections of the community regardless of personal background or circumstances, gender or faith.

Latest Income: £327,970
Areas of Operation: Bracknell Forest
Status: Registered
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The Mason Foundation

Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure

Our mission is to support/connect and empower communities most at need, supporting them to come together by providing simple solutions to tackle inequality. The Community Mile is a programme that engages those least active, into community led physical activities. Propel is a programme to support young people who are neurodivergent and/or with additional learning needs into meaningful employment.

Latest Income: £327,626
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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Burmantofts Senior Action CIO

Beneficiary group, Housing, Leisure, Social welfare

Burmantofts Senior Action mission is to enhance the lives of older people aged 60 plus in and around LS9 East Leeds. BSA has a focus on improving the quality of peoples' lives by helping them to live independently in their own homes, reduce social isolation, loneliness and assist with individual support with weekly activities such as lunch clubs and fitness groups.

Latest Income: £326,236
Areas of Operation: Leeds City
Status: Registered
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Royal Air Force High Wycombe Officers' Mess

Armed forces, Associations, Leisure, Social welfare

The fund provides public benefit by assisting Service personnel to more effectively perform their duties and face the dangers associated with being Members of the Armed Forces of the Crown. It does this by providing Mess/Social activities, allowing personnel to develop and maintain teamwork; fitness; confidence, character, spirit and morale, thus promoting efficiency within the Royal Air Force.

Latest Income: £323,207
Areas of Operation: Buckinghamshire
Status: Registered
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Swalecliffe And Chestfield Community Association

Animals, Arts, Associations, Health, Leisure

we have 2 childrens dance classes keep fit & step Whitstable active retirement meet here 2/3 a month weddings christenings dog training blind club 2 bridge clubs 2 yoga bingo 2 badminton teams short mat bowls, art class, dance class, local council meetings and we are used for a voting station.

Latest Income: £322,507
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Walpole St Peter Parish Hall

Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure

We provide a venue for the local rural community and surrounding areas to come together for recreation, leisure, education, fitness and many more activities. Walpole St Peter Parish Hall is a non profit making charity which is available for hire.

Latest Income: £319,204
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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The Betteshanger Social Welfare Scheme

Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure

A social welfare centre, recreation ground and, if the management committee think fit, a youth club, for the use of the beneficiaries without distinction of sex, race or of political, religious or other opinions, and in particular for use of meetings, lectures and classes and for the purpose of physical exercise and training and such other forms of education, recreation and leisure-time occupation

Latest Income: £318,785
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Ringwood And District Community Association

Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Health, Heritage, Leisure

Adult education classes including languages, art, craft, yoga, exercise, judo, dancing, lip reading, 20 clubs covering interests such as garden, antiques, travel, bridge, art, philately, disabled, blind, also youth and pre-school. Day schools in music, archaeology, history, astronomy. 100 affiliated organisations many of which meet at Greyfriars, social functions including quizzes, cinema, suppers

Latest Income: £318,398
Areas of Operation: Dorset
Status: Registered
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Young Men's Christian Association, Port Talbot Branch

Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Housing, Leisure

YMCA has a homeless hostel for young men aged 16-35 with ongoing support. We also provide a centre based community centre which offers a range of facilities which includes a computer suite, climbing wall, gym facilities and training rooms. YMCA Port Talbot offers a range of services which includes education/training, sporting, health/fitness and cultural activities.

Latest Income: £315,968
Areas of Operation: Neath Port Talbot
Status: Registered
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Chester City Baths Limited

Beneficiary group, Leisure

The management and operation of the Chester City Baths to provide affordable facilities for the benefit of the residents of Chester and District for all aspects of health, fitness and competitive swimming and related activities, with particular emphasis on teaching children and adults to swim for their safety, well-being and enjoyment.

Latest Income: £312,998
Areas of Operation: Cheshire West & Chester
Status: Registered
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Florence Colliery Social Welfare Centre

Arts, Health, Leisure

THIS RECREATIONAL CHARITY IS CONCERNED WITH THE HEALTH AND WELFARE OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. WE OFFER ACTIVITIES GEARED TOWARDS HEALTHY LIVING THROUGH VARIOUS SPORTING AND OTHER ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG AND OLD. THESE INCLUDE KEEP FIT. DANCE CLASSES, BOWLS, FOOTBALL, ETC

Latest Income: £310,503
Areas of Operation: Staffordshire
Status: Registered
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Herts Disability Sports Foundation

Charity and VCS support, Leisure

Providing opportunities through involvement in sport and physical activity for all ages, whether it be through participation, volunteering, coaching or education opportunities.

Latest Income: £308,371
Areas of Operation: Hertfordshire
Status: Registered
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Phoenix Gymnastics

Leisure

Fitness Centre and education facilities

Latest Income: £306,927
Areas of Operation: Cornwall
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many exercise-and-fitness leisure charities are there in the UK?

There are 1,958 registered exercise-and-fitness leisure charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the exercise-and-fitness leisure charities by income?

Royal Mencap Society is the largest by latest reported annual income (£244.4m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of exercise-and-fitness leisure charities?

Exercise-and-fitness leisure charities reported a combined annual income of £8.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for exercise-and-fitness leisure charities?

Across all exercise-and-fitness leisure charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 85.4%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of exercise-and-fitness leisure charities?

Exercise-and-fitness leisure charities have an average annual income of £340k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.