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Sport & physical activity
We use movement to build confidence, improve wellbeing, strengthen relationships and develop life skills that travel far beyond the session.
Explore this programmeYork · North Yorkshire · The coast
Creating
opportunity
by the coast.
We use sport, employability and social action to help young people build confidence, develop skills and create brighter futures.
Built with young people
01 — OUR PURPOSE
Positive change starts by making space for potential.
Yorkshire Coast CIC works alongside young people, communities and partners to create opportunities that lead to lasting change. Our programmes are active, practical and shaped by the people who take part.
Meet Yorkshire Coast CICWhat we do
Three currents. One tide of change.
Every programme starts with the young people in front of us — building confidence, capability and community from the coastline outward.
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Employability & skills
Practical workshops, mentoring and real-world experiences help young people prepare for education, training and sustainable careers.
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Social action
Young people lead projects, improve the places they live and make their voices count — from local campaigns to hands-on community action.
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Youth & community engagement
Trusted, inclusive spaces where young people can connect, take part and influence what happens in their communities.
See how we workWhy the Yorkshire coast
Opportunity should live close to home.
Coastal communities are full of talent, ideas and determination. But distance, transport, changing employment and limited places to take part can make the next step harder to reach.
We build from local strengths — creating practical opportunities with young people, in the places and relationships they already know.
Our local focus
Impact, clearly told
No inflated claims. Just evidence that matters.
The previous website did not publish verified outcome figures. Until an approved impact baseline is available, we are showing confirmed organisational facts only.
Young people’s stories
People, not case numbers.
“We exist where the sea meets potential — turning coastal energy into lasting opportunity.”
Yorkshire Coast CIC mission statement
Participant stories and photographs will only be published with clear, informed consent. Approved first-person stories can be added here without exposing private information.
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What’s next on the shoreline?
Every confirmed session is free, fully supervised and open to eligible young people across York and North Yorkshire. Dates, locations, age ranges and available places will be published once approved.
- Status
- Expressions of interest open
- Programme details
- Being confirmed
Partners & commissioners
Lasting impact is a team effort.
We work with organisations that share our ambition for young people. Together, we can shape responsive programmes, reach more communities and create opportunities that last.
SchoolsLocal authoritiesFundersBusinessesSports organisationsCommunity partners
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Get in touch
Whether you want to join, refer a young person or build something with us, start a conversation with the team.