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Creating Opportunities. Transforming Futures

Empowering young people aged 7 to 25 across Greater Manchester to realise their full potential through sport, education, and mentoring.

Young people at a Stride UK session watching a football being headed in the air

Our Impact At A Glance

274

Sessions delivered

2,573

Attendances

100%

Engaged in positive physical activity

65%

Reintegrated into education

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What We Do

A group of children and Stride UK staff outdoors at a community sports hub

Community Sport Hubs

Open every evening in Manchester, Tameside, and Rochdale. Offering free, safe, and supportive environments to build self-esteem and reduce isolation.

A Stride UK coach encouraging a young person during a school sports session

Sport & Education Interventions

School-based programmes combining classroom learning with practical tasks and physical activities. Targeted at small groups (up to 10) to improve confidence and school engagement.

A Stride UK mentor in a branded hoodie talking one to one with a young person

Specialist 1:1 Mentoring

Tailored support for individuals affected by trauma, ACEs, or at risk of criminal exploitation. Focuses on Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and goal-setting.

Students and staff around a table during a Stride UK classroom session

Alternative Provision

A nurturing environment for young people who thrive outside mainstream settings. Features a therapeutic curriculum focused on personal development and academic progress.

Young people holding up their AQA certificates after an awards session

Accredited Qualifications

Delivering AQA Unit Awards and qualifications in life skills, employability, First Aid, and sports leadership to enhance future prospects.

Our Impact Stories

Expertise & Governance

Our organisation is guided by a dedicated Board of Trustees and a multidisciplinary Senior Leadership Team who share a commitment to reducing inequality and empowering young people.

Our delivery team brings together qualified teachers, youth workers, mentors, and sports coaches, all with extensive experience and specialist training in areas such as safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and violence reduction. This diverse expertise ensures we can build trusted relationships and provide safe, inclusive environments where young people can thrive.

Meet The Team

Stride UK staff and young people together at a community session