Engage in Active Living Opportunities
Explore Swansea's Sports and Activities for Youth Aged 8-16
Keeping Swansea’s Youth Active
Discover and get involved in local sports, activities, and events for children and teens, supported by Swansea Council. You can find free or low-cost opportunities, with a strong focus on inclusion and diversification, welcoming every child and teen, including girls-only groups, SEND-friendly activities, and young people with disabilities, to be active and have fun.
About Active Future Swansea
Our Mission
Pathway Developement Resources & Guides
Pathway Developement Resources & Guides
"Inspiring lifelong activity and sport for everyone in Swansea, supporting health, growth, and community connection."
Pathway Developement Resources & Guides
Pathway Developement Resources & Guides
Pathway Developement Resources & Guides
Clear pathways for all ages and abilities, guiding participants from beginner to advanced in sport and physical activity;
Expert advice, toolkits, and guides to help you stay active, improve skills, and enjoy sport safely.
Sports
Pathway Developement Resources & Guides
Activities
Take part in organised sports such as football, tennis, swimming and rugby where young people can learn new skills, stay active and progress to more advanced levels of training and competition.
Activities
Pathway Developement Resources & Guides
Activities
Fun and flexible ways to stay active, focusing on enjoyment, wellbeing and trying new experiences such as indoor rock climbing, surfing or outdoor activities.
Events
Sports Camps
Sports Camps
Local competitions, family-friendly events, and community initiatives to get everyone moving and involved.
Sports Camps
Sports Camps
Sports Camps
Join fun and active sports camps across Swansea where young people can try different sports, improve their skills and stay active during school holidays.
Sport opportunities across Swansea - Start Your Journey!
Active Future Swansea brings together a wide range of sports opportunities from schools, sports clubs, community organisations and Swansea Council, helping young people easily find and take part in sports across Swansea.
Football Clubs in Swansea
Basketball Clubs Swansea
Swansea Tennis Centre
Badminton Clubs Swansea
Rugby Clubs Swansea
Swansea Athletics & Hokey Centre
Swansea Gymnastics Centre
Swansea Swimming
Activities in Swansea
Horse Riding Lessons and Pony Experiences
Horse Riding Lessons and Pony Experiences
Horse Riding Lessons and Pony Experiences
Horse riding and pony experiences for ages 4+
LC Swansea Indoor Activities
Horse Riding Lessons and Pony Experiences
Horse Riding Lessons and Pony Experiences
LC Swansea: waterpark, soft play, climbing, swimming lessons, and kids’ activities.
Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP)
Horse Riding Lessons and Pony Experiences
Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP)
Swansea Adventures offers paddleboarding at Lower Lliw Reservoir for ages 5+.
Young Climbers Club
Horse Riding Lessons and Pony Experiences
Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP)
Young Climbers at Dynamic Rock: indoor climbing for ages 7–18.
Archery
Sit-on-top Sea Kayaking
Bushcraft
Archery with Swansea Adventures: guided sessions for ages 8+.
Bushcraft
Sit-on-top Sea Kayaking
Bushcraft
Dryad Bushcraft: bushcraft sessions with family options for ages 8+.
Sit-on-top Sea Kayaking
Sit-on-top Sea Kayaking
Sit-on-top Sea Kayaking
Gower Adventures: sit-on-top kayaking for ages 6+.
Caving
Sit-on-top Sea Kayaking
Sit-on-top Sea Kayaking
Gower Adventures: guided caving for ages 6+.
Outdoor Rock Climbing
Free & Budget-Friendly Activities
Outdoor Rock Climbing
Gower Adventures offers guided rock climbing on the Gower coast for beginners and kids 6+.
Surfing
Free & Budget-Friendly Activities
Outdoor Rock Climbing
Fun, safe surfing lessons for kids, youth, and families on Gower’s beaches.
SEND friendly activities
Free & Budget-Friendly Activities
Free & Budget-Friendly Activities
Discover inclusive, welcoming activities for children and young people with SEND.
Free & Budget-Friendly Activities
Free & Budget-Friendly Activities
Free & Budget-Friendly Activities
Find free or low-cost sports and physical activities for children, teenagers and adults at Freedom Leisure across Swansea.
2026 Events Swansea
Swansea Aquatics SPRING Meet 2026
📅28-29 March 2026
Competitive swim meet at Wales National Pool for kids and teens to gain race experience and challenge themselves.
Swansea 10 Miler Event 2026
📅29 March 2026
Swansea 10 Miler 2026: 10- and 5-mile coastal races open to teens 16+ and adults.
Colour Run Swansea Event 2026
📅26 April 2026
Colour Run Swansea: Family-friendly 5K fun run with music, colours, and festive vibes for all abilities.
Swansea Pretty Muddy Kids Event 2026
📅16 May 2026
Swansea Pretty Muddy Kids: Fun obstacle course for kids, adventure, and fundraising for Cancer Research UK.
Swansea Swim Event 2026
📅23 May 2026
Swansea Swim 2026: Open water swimming event at Prince of Wales Dock for teens and adults.
Swansea Triathlon Event 2026
📅24 May 2026
Swansea Triathlon: Sprint triathlon for teens 14+ and adults, featuring swim, bike, and run.
Swansea 5K Run Event 2026
📅24 May 2026
Swansea 5K: Family-friendly road run for children 11+ and all ages along the bay.
Swansea 10K Run Event 2026
📅20 September 2026
Swansea Running Festival: Fun races for all ages, from 1K juniors to 10K teens and adults.”
Mumbles Swim Event 2026
Mumbles Triathlon Event 2026
📅26 September 2026
Mumbles Swim: Open-water 750 m & 1500 m races for teens 14+ and adults at the Mumbles Multi‑Sport Festival.
Mumbles Triathlon Event 2026
Mumbles Triathlon Event 2026
Mumbles Triathlon Event 2026
📅26 September 2026
Mumbles Triathlon: Sprint & Olympic distances for teens 14+ at Mumbles Multi‑Sport Festival.
Mumbles Duathlon Event 2026
Mumbles Triathlon Event 2026
Mumbles Duathlon Event 2026
📅26 September 2026
Mumbles Duathlon: Running and cycling race for teens 14+ and adults in a scenic setting.
Mumbles Aquabike Event 2026
Mumbles Triathlon Event 2026
Mumbles Duathlon Event 2026
📅26 September 2026
Mumbles Aquabike: Swim and cycle challenge for teens 14+ and adults along the coast.
Gower Trail Half Marathon & 10K Event 2026
Gower Trail Half Marathon & 10K Event 2026
📅 11 April 2026
Gower Trail Half Marathon & 10K 2026: Scenic trail runs from 5K to half marathon for teens 16+ and adults.
Llanelli 10 Miler Event 2026
Gower Trail Half Marathon & 10K Event 2026
📅 2 August 2026
Llanelli 10 Miler 2026: 10- and 5-mile coastal races for teens 16+ and adults.
The Great Christmas Fun Run Event 2026
The Great Christmas Fun Run Event 2026
📅 6 December 2026
Great Christmas Fun Run, Mumbles: 1K–10K festive races for kids, teens, and adults.