Every Young Person Is Welcome
London Youth Games is a charity that uses the power of sport and physical activity to provide life-changing opportunities to over 160,000 young people in London per year.
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 37 sports, in 33 boroughs.
The charity is dedicated to empowering young people through sports by providing a platform for participation, competition, and personal development. We offer sports ranging from mainstream to less mainstream with sports ranging from diving, kayak and judo to athletics and basketball. We also offer a range of inclusive events aimed at young disabled people, including boccia, para swimming, para athletics and adapted multi-sport events.
We strive to foster a spirit of inclusivity, teamwork, and excellence, encouraging youth from diverse backgrounds to engage in healthy lifestyles, build lasting friendships and develop essential life skills. We aim to inspire the next generation of athletes and leaders, creating a legacy of passion for sports and community engagement across London.
participants reached in London since 1977
200000
of London Youth Games participants are inspired to continue with their sport(s).
40
%
young disabled Londoners reached since 1977
20000
WHAT LONDON YOUTH GAMES DOES
The London Youth Games Foundation creates opportunities through our five strategic programme pillars.
These are the Open Games (Community Sport), School Games (School Sport), LYG33 (Youth Voice Engagement), GamesForce (Volunteering) and Inclusive Coaches (Coach Development).
Open
Games
Community Sport
Young people represent their Boroughs through sport. All 32 Boroughs and the City of London come together to compete and play in 27 sports!
School Games
School Sport
Young people represent their Schools. School Games uses sport to achieve positive outcomes for young people, delivered across London in partnership with School Games Organisers.
LYG33
Youth Voice Engagement
A youth engagement and leadership programme that empowers young Londoners to influence the future of London Youth Games and youth sport in London.
Inclusive Coaches
Coach Development
A growing community of diverse coaches developing, connecting and championing inclusive sports delivery within London Youth Games and beyond.
GamesForce
Volunteering
Championing volunteering, including corporate volunteering, to connect people and communities to improve life opportunities for young Londoners.
LYG Community Sport Festival
Come and try a mix of team sports, fitness challenges and fun activities.
East Cross Square, Copper Box Arena
Sunday 6th July 10am-4pm
LYG School Sport Festival
Come along to discover and try new sports!
Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre
Friday 4th July 10am-3pm
WHO WE'VE SUPPORTED
London Youth Games uses the power of sport and physical activity to create life-changing opportunities for all young Londoners.
ILIAS
Para Athlete
“London Youth Games helped me discover wheelchair racing so it holds a sentimental place in my heart. I love coming back here every year and seeing how it’s improving.”
Since taking part in London Youth Games, Ilias discovered a community he feels a part of and feels happier and more confident.
SHANI
BMX rider
“You’re not just racing for yourself, you’re racing for your borough.”
Being a girl in a male dominated sport, Shani has had to overcome gender stereotypes. But that’s never stopped her from aspiring to compete in national and international tournaments after starting her BMX journey at London Youth Games.
jheanell
LYG33 Youth Voice Participant
“I’ve been helping other people grow, and that helps me grow.”
Being part of LYG’s youth voice programme, LYG33, helped Jheanell in growing as a person and developing leadership skills to help her in the future.
WHO WE'VE HELPED
London Youth Games uses the power of sport and physical activity to create life-changing opportunities for all young Londoners.
ILIAS
Para Athlete
“London Youth Games helped me discover wheelchair racing so it holds a sentimental place in my heart. I love coming back here every year and seeing how it’s improving.”
Since taking part in London Youth Games, Ilias discovered a community he feels a part of and feels happier and more confident.
SHANI
BMX rider
“You’re not just racing for yourself, you’re racing for your borough.”
Being a girl in a male dominated sport, Shani has had to overcome gender stereotypes. But that’s never stopped her from aspiring to compete in national and international tournaments after starting her BMX journey at London Youth Games.
jheanell
LYG33 Youth Voice Participant
“I’ve been helping other people grow, and that helps me grow.”
Being part of LYG’s youth voice programme, LYG33, helped Jheanell in growing as a person and developing leadership skills to help her in the future.
You can help make a difference to young Londoners' lives.
Whether you run for charity, fundraise or volunteer, together we can help young people’s life chances.
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Every pound and penny makes a difference to children’s lives
Take on a challenge
Whether you want to run a 10k, a half marathon or do a cycling event, take on a charity challenge and help change children’s lives.
