Sturfit is the not-for-profit Charity which is responsible for the running of Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre (Charity No. 1147051)
Sturfit was originally set up when the (North Dorset District, as it was then) Council funding was withdrawn and the Leisure Centre closed. Its aim being the provision of sport and leisure opportunities for Sturminster Newton and surrounding areas. It has grown and evolved over the years and still relies heavily on volunteers from the Community to keep it running.
We are creating a Sturfit Community Fund which is being set up to support local clubs, organisations and individuals with sport and leisure related activities at the Leisure Centre.
Some examples of the kinds of things that it would support are:
A group of locals wishing to set up a new sports club but could do with some kit to get started and assistance with rental costs.
Guides/Scout Group wish to work towards a sports/fitness badge but have no suitable facilities or instructor
Putting on free to attend events such as our popular ‘Bounce and Play Sessions’
Bringing in a specialist to do a session on ‘different’ activities such as archery, Nerf wars, mobile climbing wall. Things that are not normally locally accessible.
Applications for funding can be submitted to Sturfit in writing or by email.
Towards the end of last year we had an Open Day at the Centre and a small raffle where we raised over £250 that has gone into the fund already.
To get this Fund kickstarted in 2025 we have a few fundraising events planned :
February 22nd – A Games Night with food, drink and disco
March 29th – Raffle Drawn, Tea and cake morning and Zumba activity
April 27th – Gym Instructor Hayley is taking on the TCS London Marathon
For more information on these, look out for information on our website and facebook page.
There will be more to follow later in the year, and we are always able to take (and very grateful for) donations at any point. As a registered charity we can also claim Gift Aid on your donations, should you sign the declaration at time of donation.