Inclusive Coaching Scholarship Fund

Why it matters

Creating a more inclusive fitness industry starts with understanding the challenge.

Disabled people continue to face inequalities in accessing physical activity. From confidence and representation, as well as the availability of inclusive coaching and supportive environments.

• 25% of the UK population have a disability, representing millions of people who should have equal opportunities to experience the benefits of movement.
• 3% of disabled people are physically inactive, compared with 19.7% of non-disabled people.
• Disabled people are less likely to feel they belong in sport and activity (35% vs 57% of non-disabled people).
• Nearly seven in ten disabled people who experience loneliness said being active could help them feel less lonely.

Sources: House of Commons Library and Activity Alliance.

What the scholarship provides

Education creates the foundation for inclusive change.

We’re offering three fully funded places on HFE’s Disability Coaching course, supporting passionate fitness professionals who want to build the knowledge, skills and confidence to create more inclusive experiences for the people they serve.

Successful scholars will receive:

• A fully funded place on the L3 Exercise for Disability & Impairments course.
• Specialist education in disability awareness and inclusive coaching practices.
• The knowledge and confidence to better support disabled people through movement.
• Connection to a growing community committed to making fitness more accessible.