Manchester. Established 2003. Founded by Mike McKenzie alongside young people.
Still creating opportunities for the next generation.
SPORT IS THE VEHICLE. PROGRESSION IS THE PURPOSE.
Tuf*C creates opportunities for young people through sport, leisure and youth culture — helping them participate, develop skills and take their next step.
From taking part in a first session to volunteering, training, mentoring, paid work and leadership, we create routes that allow young people to develop at their own pace and progress into new opportunities.
WHO WE ARE
YOUNG PEOPLE-LED.
COMMUNITY ROOTED.
MANCHESTER BORN.
The Urban Fitness Collective CIC is a community sport and leisure organisation creating opportunities for young people across Manchester.
We design activities around the people and communities we work with, using sport, movement, music, creativity and youth culture to make participation relevant and accessible.
IMPACT
What investment makes possible
20+
1000+
YEARS OF
COMMUNITY DELIVERY
YOUNG PEOPLE
SUPPORTED
250+
3000+
92+
VOLUNTEERS & EMPLOYMENT OUTCOMES
QUALIFICATIONS ACHIEVED
YOUNG PEOPLE TRAINED & DEVELOPED
For young people
MORE THAN JUST A SESSION.
A CHANCE TO PROGRESS.
Sport can be the starting point. It doesn’t have to be the destination.
At Tuf*C, young people can develop their skills and experience through a pathway that can grow with them.
progression journey
03
trainING
04
mentorTINg
05
paid employment
06
leadership
02
VOLUNTEERING
01
PARTICIPATION
OPPORTUNITIES & DEVELOPMENT AT EVERY STAGE
Engage. Participate. BelonG.
Opportunities to get active, try something new, build confidence and develop positive relationships through sport and activity.
Lead. Learn. Develop.
Volunteering, leadership opportunities, qualifications, mentoring and practical experience that help young people develop skills for their next step.
Coach. Work. Progress.
Coaching, employment, leadership, enterprise and progression opportunities that support young people to turn their skills into future opportunities.
Your journey can start with a session. Where it goes next is up to you.
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SPORT IS THE STARTING POINT. OPPORTUNITY IS THE GOAL.
What We Do
We use sport and leisure as a starting point for young people to get involved, build skills and discover what they can achieve.
SPORT
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DEVELOPMENT
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OPPORTUNITY
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SPORT . DEVELOPMENT . OPPORTUNITY .
COMMUNITY SPORT
Relevant and accessible opportunities designed around young people.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Building confidence, skills and positive futures.
EMPLOYMENT & PROGRESSION
Creating routes into work, qualifications and future opportunities.
LEADERSHIP & TRAINING
Supporting young people to become volunteers, coaches and leaders.
Latest News & events
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Old Trafford Sports Barn
Weekly Sessions
Join us every week for free, fun, and structured sports sessions designed for young people of all abilities. We provide safe, inclusive, and energising activities that build fitness, confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills.
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Urban Leisure
Urban Leisure
Weekly sessions all-inclusive multi-sport and fitness sessions to boost skills, confidence and wellbeing.
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Women's Only Football
Women’s-only football: Tuesdays 6–7 PM for ages 16–18. All abilities welcome. Coached, fun-focused sessions for fitness and teamwork. Bring suitable footwear, water, and a positive attitude.
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Basketball
Weekly Basketball Sessions for Ages 11–24
Weekly basketball sessions for ages 11–24: skill drills, pickup games, and coach-led training to build confidence, teamwork, and fitness for all levels.
FOUNDED WITH A BELIEF THAT SPORT CAN OPEN DOORS.
THE GAFFA
Tuf*C was founded by Mike McKenzie in 2003. His belief in the power of sport, community and young people continues to shape the organisation today.
OUR PARTNERS
WORK WITH US
Proud to work alongside organisations that share our commitment to creating better opportunities for young people.
