Key Points
- New community fitness programme “Movement on the Mount” launching in Acton, November 2025.
- Programme run by charity Action West London and Ealing Fit Club, funded by Sport England for 12 months.
- Weekly, no-cost exercise classes at St Mary’s Church Hall on The Mount, Acton (W3).
- Targeted at women who find it difficult to take part in regular exercise, including those on low incomes, unpaid carers, women from diverse cultural backgrounds, pregnant and postnatal women.
- Open to women and girls aged 15 and above.
- Aims to remove barriers such as cost, language, and time pressures.
- Gary Buckley, CEO of Action West London, emphasises empowerment for prioritising health.
- Ealing Fit Club highlights fitness inclusivity irrespective of financial capability.
- Sessions expected to improve physical and mental wellbeing while fostering community among local women.
What is the new fitness programme launching in Acton?
A new community fitness initiative, called Movement on the Mount, is set to launch next month in Acton to encourage women who may find it challenging to engage in regular exercise to become more active. The programme will be operated by the charity Action West London in partnership with Ealing Fit Club, with funding support from Sport England for a duration of 12 months. According to an announcement by Action West London, weekly exercise classes will be provided free of charge at St Mary’s Church Hall on The Mount, Acton (W3) starting November 2025.
- Key Points
- What is the new fitness programme launching in Acton?
- Who is the target audience for Movement on the Mount?
- What obstacles does the programme aim to overcome?
- How does Ealing Fit Club contribute to this initiative?
- What are the expected benefits of the Movement on the Mount classes?
- When and where will the classes take place?
Who is the target audience for Movement on the Mount?
As reported by Gary Buckley, chief executive of Action West London, the initiative specifically targets women who often face difficulties attending conventional gyms or fitness environments. This includes women on low incomes, unpaid carers, pregnant and postnatal women, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. The sessions are inclusive for women and girls aged 15 and older, from teenagers through to older adults.
What obstacles does the programme aim to overcome?
Gary Buckley told this reporter of Action West London that the project was designed with the goal to eliminate common barriers that prevent women from being physically active. These barriers include financial cost, language challenges, and pressures on time. Buckley stated,
“We want every woman to feel empowered to prioritise her health.”
This demonstrates the charity’s commitment to accessibility and empowerment through health and exercise.
How does Ealing Fit Club contribute to this initiative?
Ealing Fit Club, known for running Ealing’s only free women’s running group, contributes by partnering on this programme to promote the idea that fitness should be accessible to all women, regardless of their financial means. Representatives from Ealing Fit Club said the collaboration with Action West London aimed to show that
“fitness is for everyone – not just those who can afford it.”
This emphasises the inclusion and community-building goals of the programme.
What are the expected benefits of the Movement on the Mount classes?
Organisers hope that the weekly sessions will positively impact participants’ physical and mental wellbeing. Beyond just fitness, they aim to build a stronger sense of community among local women in Acton. This holistic approach is intended to foster social connections while promoting healthy lifestyles, addressing not only physical health but also emotional and social wellbeing.
When and where will the classes take place?
The free exercise classes will be held weekly at St Mary’s Church Hall on The Mount in Acton, with the programme launching in November 2025. This central location in Acton offers an accessible venue for women across the community to attend without financial or logistical barriers.
Movement on the Mount represents a carefully designed, inclusive fitness initiative led by Action West London and Ealing Fit Club, targeting women facing multiple barriers to exercise. Backed by Sport England, the programme offers no-cost weekly classes aimed at empowering women aged 15 and above to prioritise their health and wellbeing while fostering community spirit in Acton.
