BIRMINGHAM
Our Birmingham Community Athletics Hubs
Helping children and young people across Birmingham get active, build confidence and enjoy athletics in fun, welcoming community spaces.
Funded by Personal Best Foundation, the Birmingham Community Athletics Hubs provide free weekly athletics sessions for children and young people across the city. Delivered in partnership with trusted local organisations, the hubs create safe and inclusive opportunities for children to be active, make friends and develop new skills close to home.
Sessions are based around funetics, England Athletics’ exciting programme designed to help children aged 4-11yrs develop running, jumping and throwing skills through games and activities that focus on enjoyment, movement and confidence.
Whether children are trying sport for the first time or already love being active, the Community Athletics Hubs are open to all abilities.
WHAT CHILDREN CAN EXPECT
Each Community Athletics Hub offers:
- Free weekly sessions
- Fun games and activities based around running, jumping and throwing
- Friendly and supportive coaches and leaders – DBS checked
- A welcoming environment for children of all abilities
- Opportunities to build confidence, friendships and teamwork skills
- Safe local spaces where children can enjoy being active
Sessions are designed to help children enjoy movement, feel part of their community and develop positive relationships with other young people and trusted adults.
Learn more about our hubs
Find out more about our Community Athletics Hubs andthe delivery partners we are working with.
The programme is delivered alongside local community organisations that understand the needs of their neighbourhoods and are passionate about creating positive opportunities for local children and families.
MORE ABOUT OUR HUBS
Lozells - Community Athletics Hub
Aspire and Succeed supports children and families across inner-city Birmingham through education, wellbeing and skills programmes, helping build confidence and aspirations in disadvantaged communities. For more information please contact: shale@aspireandsucceed.org
Nechells - Community Athletics Hub
free@last is a Birmingham charity supporting children and young people facing disadvantage through mentoring, positive activities and trusted adult support, helping build confidence, resilience and aspirations. For more information please contact: info@freeatlast.co.uk or call 0121 327 5959
Castle Vale - Community Athletics Hub
The Pioneer Group is a community‑led organisation in Castle Vale supporting residents through housing, employment, health, youth and neighbourhood initiatives. With deep roots in the area, they play a key role in local regeneration and community development. For more information please contact: Jane Barrett 0121 748 8111
Sparkbrook - Community Athletics Hub
Street Futures is a Birmingham charity supporting children and young people through mentoring, education and community‑led programmes, helping build confidence, resilience and life skills for those facing barriers. For more information please contact: 07443039458 / 07870576745
Washwood Heath - Community Athletics Hub
Street Futures is a Birmingham charity supporting children and young people through mentoring, education and community‑led programmes, helping build confidence, resilience and life skills for those facing barriers. The Unity Hubb is a key community anchor in Ward End, offering free, accessible activities that support children, young people and families, helping reduce isolation and strengthen wellbeing. For more information please contact: 07443039458 / 07490256138
Inclusive and Accessible for All
We believe every child should have the opportunity to enjoy sport and physical activity in a way that works for them.
All Community Athletics Hubs are inclusive and welcoming to all children and young people. Additional SEND-focused provision is also being developed through selected hubs to help ensure children with additional needs can access sessions with the right support.
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About funetics
funetics is England Athletics’ fun and inclusive athletics programme for children aged 4–11.
Through imaginative games and activities, children develop fundamental movement skills including running, jumping and throwing, while building confidence, coordination and enjoyment of being active.
The programme focuses on participation, enjoyment and personal development, helping children discover the fun side of athletics in a supportive environment.
Building a Lasting Community Legacy
The Birmingham Community Athletics Hubs form part of a long-term commitment to creating more opportunities for children and young people to access athletics within their local communities.
By working alongside trusted local partners, Personal Best Foundation aims to help build sustainable community programmes that continue supporting children and families for years to come.
The initiative also supports the wider community legacy connected to the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.
Get Involved
To find out more about sessions in your area, upcoming activities or how to get involved, please contact your local delivery partner