The London Youth Games (LYG) Foundation delivers the largest annual youth sports event in Europe, offering competitive and participation opportunities to over 160,000 young Londoners aged 7 to 17 across 35 sports, in 33 boroughs.
Purpose Statement
Vision
Creating the largest and most inclusive city focused youth games.
MIssion
To create life-changing opportunities for all young Londoners using the power of sport and physical activity
LYG STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES…
- 1. Enhance Participation and Accessibility
- 2. Promote Health and Well-being
- 3. Foster Skill Development and Sportsmanship
- 4. Strengthen Community Engagement
- 5. Increase Visibility and Support
- 6. Sustain Financial Viability
- 7. Evaluate and Improve Programs
- 8. Champion Diversity and Inclusion
London youth games programmes
Open Games
Young people represent their Boroughs through sport. All 32 Boroughs and the City of London come together to compete and play via 32+ sports
Open Games
Young people represent their Schools. School Games uses sport to achieve positive outcomes for young people, delivered across London in partnership with School Games Orgranisers.
Open Games
A youth engagement and leadership programme that empowers young Londoners to influence the future of London Youth Games and youth sport in London.
Open Games
Providing opportunities to upskill individuals, coaching, leadership and sport development training and mentoring.
Open Games
Championing volunteering, including corporate volunteering, to connect people and communities to improve life opportunities for young Londoners.
Lyg Impact Since 1977
2,081,799
Young people supported by London Youth Games, since 1977
27,077
Young disabled Londoners have attended LYG events, since 1977
20,500
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Inclusion
Sport is a fundamental right for all.
Collaboration
Through sport, we can improve youth and community social integration.
Integrity
Sports participation improves physical, emotional and mental wellbeing.
From participation to excellence
The London Youth Games Hall of Fame comprises of individuals who, following their Games experience, excel in both sport and life, while also amplifying the London Youth Games’ experience through appearances like Christine Ohuruogu's at Finals Festival 2023. These individuals represent just a fraction of the many people who have participated in the London Youth Games, showcasing the enduring legacy of our Games community.
Alex
Yee
Lewisham
Mo
Farah
Hounslow
Dina
Asher-Smith
Bromley
Christine
Ohuruogu
Newham
Noah
Williams
Hackney
