Community Impact

This dashboard depicts 12 months of cumulative impact.

YMCA Bournemouth
YMCA Bournemouth reached at least[ 9,096 people], providing vital support, opportunities and services that strengthen lives and communities across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
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Our vision is of a loving, supportive community in which everyone can develop their full potential in mind, body and spirit.
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— YMCA Bournemouth
Supported Housing Figures are for the period 25/08/2025 to 25/08/2026
170 individual clients housed and supported
across 114 beds in 4 locations
652 one-to-one support sessions delivered
37 clients moved on positively to greater independence
YMCA Bournemouth housed and supported [ 170 individual clients] across [ 114 beds in four locations], delivering [ 652 one-to-one support sessions] and helping [ 37 clients move on positively towards greater independence].
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We believe that everyone should have a safe place to stay
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— YMCA Bournemouth
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I feel safe when I go to sleep at night. The staff are really nice, and my Keyworker goes way beyond. I have met new residents I had never met before, which has helped with my confidence and mental health
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— Resident
Contact Centre Figures are for the period 25/08/2025 to 25/08/2026
1,689 hours of contact facilitated
896 family time sessions delivered
98 children and 96 adults from 72 families had contact with their parents
60 referrals received
YMCA Bournemouth facilitated [ 1,689 hours of contact] through [ 896 family time sessions], enabling [ 98 children] and [ 96 adults] from [ 72 families] to spend time together, supported by [ 60 referrals]
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We believe every family should have the support they need to develop and lead more fulfilling lives
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— YMCA Bournemouth
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I just wanted to write to you both to thank you for providing a wonderful service and safe space
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— Parent
Youth Figures are for the period 25/08/2025 to 25/08/2026
198 young people attended sessions
529 hours of sessions delivered across 279 sessions
150 young disabled people were engaged in our award-winning Chatterboxes project
YMCA Bournemouth engaged [ 198 young people] through [ 279 ] youth club sessions, delivering [ 529 hours of support], including [ 150 young disabled people] who took part in our award-winning Chatterboxes Project
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We believe every young person should have someone they can trust
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— YMCA Bournemouth
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Chatterboxes is a community where everyone can relax and be their true self. It’s a place full of kind and supportive people giving a safe place to meet, smile, and laugh
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— Young Person
Chaplaincy Figures are for the period 25/08/2025 to 25/08/2026
143 individuals supported through chaplaincy
518 chaplaincy sessions delivered
YMCA Bournemouth supported [ 143 individuals] through chaplaincy, delivering [ 518 chaplaincy sessions] that provided pastoral care, encouragement and guidance
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We believe in nurturing whole communities, for the whole of life
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— YMCA Bournemouth
Health and Wellbeing Figures are for the period 01/04/2026 to 30/06/2026
7,067 active adult members across two fitness sites
1,209 active junior members at The Junction
104 badminton, pickleball and short tennis courts booked
3,314 Fusion fitness sessions booked for 11-15 yr olds
18 individuals referred to out Exercise Referral Scheme
933 children attended the Junction's Swim Academy
16 adults attended the Junction's Swim Academy
19,020 fitness class participants
182 children's parties booked
215 hot and cold children's party meals booked
20 adult functions/celebrations booked
623 children participated in holiday clubs
1,600 tennis courts booked
260 adults attended pilates courses
8,096 total individuals engaged
Sandyholme Figures are for the period 01/04/2026 to 30/06/2026
288 individuals enjoyed and benefitted from this beautiful retreat location
10 groups supported
17 charities and clubs enjoyed this unique location
3 YMCA Bournemouth Chaplaincy retreat workshops supporting YMCA residents
YMCA Bournemouth welcomed [ 288 individuals] to enjoy and benefit from its beautiful retreat location in Studland
We supported [ 10 groups], including [ 17 charities and clubs], and hosting [ 3 chaplaincy retreat workshops] for YMCA residents
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The revenue generated from the hire of our facilities contributes to our charitable aims and our ability to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable people locally
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— YMCA Bournemouth
Teddy's Preschool
26,527 hours of quality early years education delivered, with 24,710 government funded hours
75 children attended Teddy's Preschool
43 children living in recognised deprivation areas
21 children with SEN were supported
5 children supported with targeted intervention
11 children have an Eduction, Health and Care Plan
19 children have English as an additional language
48 sessions were delivered by a therapist at Teddy's
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We believe every child and their family should have the support they need to develop and lead active, enjoyable, and fulfilling lives
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— YMCA Bournemouth
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I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the remarkable improvement I have seen in my daughter's learning journey. Although she is still very young and in an important stage of learning and development, enrolling her at Teddy's Pre-School has been one of the best decisions I have made as a parent. I am truly happy and impressed with how much she has improved in such a short time. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff and everyone involved in the growth and development of the children at Teddy's Pre-School. You have an amazing team that is genuinely dedicated to helping our children learn, grow, and thrive. My family and I are also expecting a new baby soon, and I can confidently say that our baby is already a future Teddy's Pre-School pupil. Thank you for caring for every parent's child as though they were your own. Your love, patience, and dedication do not go unnoticed, and we truly appreciate all that you do.
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— Parent
Training and Education Figures are for the period 01/04/2026 to 30/06/2026
54 individuals passed our Emergency First Aid at Work one-day course
12 attended our Fire Marshal courses
6 individuals passed our Emergency First Aid at Work three-day course
6 individuals passed our Paediatric First Aid course
10 individuals qualified as lifeguards after attending our NPLQ courses
37 children became Mini Medics one our First Aid training course for 7 to 12 yr olds
126 individuals attended training sessions
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We run professional and affordable training courses for individuals and organisations, the revenue from which contributes to our ability to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable people locally
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— YMCA Bournemouth