Foundation of Light

Our mission is simple: to use the power of football to invest in the communities we serve and to improve the education, health, wellbeing and happiness of people, no matter who they are.

We are based at the Beacon of Light in Sunderland and have outreach centres across the city, South Tyneside and County Durham.

A programme of weekly activities run in partnership with the EFL, designed to increase social interaction and reconnect those aged over-55. The hubs aim to use the power of Sunderland Football Club in the local communities to bring people together. Activities include coffee mornings, bingo, quizzes, table tennis, Sit and Be Fit exercise sessions, Pilates and much more!

Boldon Community Association

Ha'way and Weigh is our healthy lifestyle programme which focuses on long-term improvements in physical and mental wellbeing, weight loss and diet. The programme is aimed at those who want to make positive lifestyle changes with like-minded people. The sessions are tailored to help beginners to gradually build up confidence, activity levels and overall wellbeing with the help of our qualified instructors. Sessions cost £3 on a pay as you go basis, or £24 for a 12-week block. There are two sessions a week:<ul><li>Monday: 6pm-7.30pm</li><li>Wednesday: 6pm-7.30pm</li></ul> Participants will receive a healthy lifestyle booklet for them to work through as part of the programme. Session Structure&nbsp;<ul><li>45-minute physical activity</li><li>15-minute weigh-in and chat</li><li>30-minute drop-in to discuss any questions or get more information on the topics in the booklet (Optional)</li></ul> VenueBeacon of Light (Monday) and Stadium of Light (Wednesday) Open to South Tyneside residents.

Beacon of Light

Ha'Way and Weigh (Weight Management Programme)

Cleadon Park Primary Care Centre

Temple Park

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badmitton and ping-pong. A funded session designed to encourage the community to be more active and try new sports in a fun and informal environment.

Line dancing followed by coffee and chat

Boldon Village Hall

Ha'Way and Weigh (Weight management programme)

Foundation of Light

Foundation of Light

Walking Football

Wear Together

Wear Together

Ha'Way & Weigh

Pickleball

Ha'Way and Weigh (Weight Management Programme)

Ha'Way and Weigh (Weight management programme)

Line dancing (with coffee and chat)