Our Impact
Our Impact in Numbers
A snapshot of our reach across North Kensington and Kensington & Chelsea.
2019
Founded, now a Registered CIO Charity (1209882).
1,000+
Young people engaged annually across Kensington & Chelsea.
10–24
Paid staff supporting delivery and mentoring.
11–20
Volunteers helping strengthen community support.
Thousands
Community visits welcomed at FFLY HQ since opening.
£6,000+
Raised through community fundraising events.
At Fit For Life Youth, impact isn’t just about participation, it’s about measurable change in confidence, behaviour and wellbeing.
Through structured programmes and consistent mentorship, we help young people build the skills and resilience they need to thrive.
How Our Impact Happens
Our programmes follow a clear, structured pathway that helps young people build confidence, resilience and belonging.
Young People Show Up
Whether through the gym, youth club or partner referrals, young people enter a safe and welcoming environment designed for growth.
Structured Support Begins
Sessions combine physical activity, mentorship and life skills development, delivered by DBS-checked staff who understand the community.
Confidence & Resilience Build
Through consistency and encouragement, young people develop self-belief, emotional regulation and stronger peer connections.
Long-Term Positive Change
Increased confidence, improved wellbeing and a stronger sense of belonging carry beyond our sessions into school, home and community life.
Working Together For Young People
We collaborate with trusted funders, schools and community organisations who help make our programmes possible
Impact Report Snapshot
Fit For Life Youth supports over 1,000 young people each year across Kensington & Chelsea. In one recent funded programme alone, we engaged 440 individual young people, showing both the scale of local need and the impact of accessible, consistent youth provision.
Youth Empowerment
Young people developed confidence, communication skills and stronger peer relationships through safe, welcoming environments and consistent weekly engagement.
Access to Sport
Boxing and physical activity sessions created structured pathways for young people to build fitness, motivation, self-discipline and positive routines.
Stronger Partnerships
Collaboration with schools, community organisations and local partners expanded referral pathways and created more joined-up opportunities for young people.
Case Studies
Lancaster Youth Club
One young person, who is autistic and initially found social interaction and building friendships challenging, began attending sessions after being encouraged by a youth worker.
Within just two weeks, he was participating in boxing and dancing, building confidence and developing friendships in a safe and inclusive space.
Boxing Pathway
One young participant first joined boxing sessions for fun and to learn basic self-defence. Over time, coaches saw major changes in his commitment, attitude and confidence.
He now tracks his weekly running, monitors his fitness and has grown both physically and mentally through regular training.
Youth Leadership
At Lancaster, young people began taking on leadership roles, from joining the youth board to starting a girls’ football group and supporting social media ideas for the club.
This reflects growing confidence, ownership and belief in their ability to shape the space around them.
Before and After
Before
Many young people first arrive feeling shy, unsure of themselves, socially isolated or disconnected from structured opportunities. Some struggle with motivation, confidence, peer relationships or engagement in school and community life.
After
Through safe spaces, trusted adults and consistent weekly activities, young people build confidence, improve communication, develop healthier routines and form stronger friendships. Many go on to access sport pathways, leadership opportunities and wider support.