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Empowering Youth. Strengthening Communities. Inspiring Change.
Community (Youth) on Solid Ground - YSG is a dynamic youth, sport, and community organisation based in the heart of Manchester. We are dedicated to empowering individuals—especially young people—through positive engagement, physical activity, education, mentoring, and support.
We work across Whalley Range and Manchester to create safe spaces, deliver life-changing programmes, and strengthen the fabric of our communities. Whether it’s through our youth clubs, sports sessions, gym and fitness programmes, or community outreach, our mission is simple: to build healthier, happier, and more connected lives.
YSG is more than just a charity—we’re a movement for growth, inclusion, and opportunity. With deep roots in the community, we combine youth work, sports, fitness, education, mentoring, and outreach to create impactful change for people of all backgrounds and ages.
Our work is guided by values of compassion, collaboration, and empowerment. We believe every young person deserves the chance to thrive—and we’re here to walk that journey with them.
Our programmes use the power of sport, learning, and mentorship to build confidence, resilience, and brighter futures. We focus on boosting life skills, motivation, and employability—while providing a strong sense of belonging and community.
We tackle real-life challenges head-on, offering:
Youth Clubs and Holiday Programmes
Alternative Education Provision (KS3 & KS4)
Fitness and Self-Defence Training
Mentoring, CV Support & Qualifications
Residentials, Sports Events & Creative Activities
Mental Health Support and Healthy Living Workshops
From structured interventions to open-access activities, our holistic approach ensures every individual gets the support they need to grow and succeed.
Our commitment to health and wellbeing is at the core of everything we do. We address issues like adolescent depression, inactivity, and obesity through inclusive, engaging programmes that build both physical and mental resilience.
From football, boxing, and circuit training to healthy eating workshops and lifestyle discussions, we help young people take charge of their health, make informed choices, and build lifelong habits that promote wellbeing and self-esteem.
We believe in prevention through empowerment—because healthier individuals create stronger communities.
Whether you're a young person, parent, school, funder, or local partner—there’s a place for you at YSG. Together, we’re creating a future where young people are inspired to dream, equipped to succeed, and supported every step of the way.
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Inspirational Visits
CSG offers inspirational visits from individuals who are of real personal interest to our service users. Visitors have included American rapper and founder of Stop The Violence, KRS-One; and British boxer and philanthropist Amir Khan. We believe meeting successful and principled individuals provides our service users with positive role models, educates them and gives them more confidence to achieve their own goals.
Football Skills Training/Awards
CSG, in partnership with FC United of Manchester, is currently running an Introduction to Football accredited course, covering ball skills, team tactics, nutrition and health. The project is aimed at improving the young people’s technical skill and knowledge of the game, nurturing young people’s ability to work as a team and increasing their participation in sporting activities and events.
