Programme Details
Youth Impact is a five-day programme (Monday to Friday, 10am–4pm) designed for young people aged 15–17 (Year 11 or Year 12). For just £99, participants will spend a week taking part in fun, interactive activities that help them build confidence, develop new skills, and make lasting friendships, all while giving back to their local community. The programme is run by experienced, DBS-checked youth leaders who provide a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment throughout the week.
The £99 fee covers all activities, workshops, and materials, as well as full supervision and safeguarding, with each young person receiving a certificate of achievement at the end of the week. Young people simply need to bring their own packed lunch each day.
Youth Impact takes place across Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire, West Sussex, Berkshire, Bath, and Bristol, with multiple dates available during Summer 2026. For details of when and where the programme is running, please see our Programme Dates page.
THE FUNDAMENTALS
SOCIAL MIXING
Youth Impact brings together young people from different schools and communities, creating a fun and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. It’s a chance to make new friends, share experiences, and build connections that last long after the programme ends.
BOOST CONFIDENCE
Through team challenges, debates, and leadership activities, participants step outside their comfort zones and discover what they’re capable of. Youth Impact helps teens grow in self-belief, resilience, and independence — skills that will support them wherever life takes them.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
From first aid to public speaking, our workshops give young people practical, real-world skills they can use in school, college, work, and everyday life. Each activity is designed to be hands-on, engaging, and rewarding — boosting confidence while building future-ready abilities.
SOCIAL ACTION
At the heart of Youth Impact is giving back. Every participant gets the chance to plan and deliver a community project, making a real difference locally while learning the value of teamwork, responsibility, and civic pride.
HOW DO WE BRING THIS TO LIFE?
SOCIAL MIXING
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Icebreaker games that get everyone talking and working together from day one
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Team challenges like the Community Monopoly game to explore the local area in groups
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Group activities that mix students from different schools, so nobody feels left out
BOOST CONFIDENCE
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Outdoor team-building games that encourage stepping outside comfort zones.
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Opportunities to lead group discussions and present ideas
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Structured reflection sessions where participants celebrate achievements and recognise personal growth
LEARN NEW SKILLS
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First Aid workshops giving young people life-saving knowledge
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Public speaking and debate sessions to develop communication skills
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Hands-on problem-solving and leadership activities designed to prepare them for future education and work
SOCIAL ACTION
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Planning and delivering a community project chosen by the group (e.g. park clean-up, awareness campaign, fundraising event)
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Partnering with local organisations to make a positive impact
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Showcasing their project at the end of the week, highlighting teamwork and the difference they’ve made
THE BENEFITS
✅ Develop life skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving
✅ Gain confidence through new experiences and stepping outside their comfort zone
✅ Boost their CV & college applications with valuable skills and volunteering experience
✅ Make new friends from different schools and communities
✅ Give back locally through a community action project that makes a real difference
✅ Enjoy a fun, rewarding summer they’ll remember for years to come