Belfast Child CIC

Belfast Child CIC Belfast Child C.I.C. aims to empower our local communities, to shape an improved lifestyle for our future generations.

Community Training Academy, CTA, (CHILD) is our sports training academy which has become a centrally shared youth and community hub
in Belfast CIty Centre, helping young people to improve and develop their health, fitness, social and mental well-being is a Social Enterprise (non for profit business) which has derived from the innovation of a local entrepreneur who saw the need for a motivating ‘of the streets’ programme for young people in Belfast. Through the introduction of accessible sports initiatives across Belfast, we aim to unlock the potential of our youth, whist promoting and sustaining healthier, fitter and unified communities.

12/09/2026

FEED programme update! For any groups still to confirm dates and times. We have no space left on Tuesdays or Wednesdays until 2027. We have Friday start dates pending, therefore please get in touch asap to secure your space in 2026!

08/09/2026

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Youth Work, hospitality, administration, sales, fundraising, events planning!

08/09/2026

Community Training Academy (CTA)
Volunteer Facilitator/Placement Opportunities

Community Training Academy (CTA) is a vibrant youth and community sports hub located close to Belfast City Centre.

We support young people to build healthier, more confident, and more connected lives through sport, physical activity, personal development, cooking and wellbeing programmes.
We are expanding our volunteer team and are looking for positive, committed individuals who want to make a real difference.
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What You Will Do

• Support young people through sports sessions, group activities, and wellbeing programmes.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment where every young person feels valued and included.
• Encourage confidence, teamwork, resilience, and positive social connections.
• Work alongside an energetic, community-focused team dedicated to empowering young people.
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Who We’re Looking For

We welcome volunteers who are:
• Friendly, patient, and confident working with young people.
• Passionate about community development, wellbeing, and positive change.
• Reliable and able to commit a few hours each week.
• Open to learning, developing new skills, and growing with our team.
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Why Volunteer With CTA?

• Make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives.
• Gain experience in youth work, facilitation, and community engagement.
• Join a supportive, fun, and purpose-driven team.
• Help shape a healthier, more connected Belfast.
• Travel expenses paid
• Free lunch provided
• Free gym membership at our facility during placement, with access to boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, cooking and health & well-being classes
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Interested in Getting Involved?

If you feel you could contribute and would like more information, please contact us at:

Please note, this is not a funded project. This is just us doing what we do!

[email protected]

We’d love to hear from you.

Massive thank you to Orchardville for the artwork. Completed work for CTA RINGSIDE CAFE to follow in coming days!!
04/09/2026

Massive thank you to Orchardville for the artwork. Completed work for CTA RINGSIDE CAFE to follow in coming days!!

Starting Saturday 26 September. Brazilian Jui Jitsu for kids! 1000 to 1100. First class (Free) ages 5 to 16. Get in touc...
03/09/2026

Starting Saturday 26 September. Brazilian Jui Jitsu for kids! 1000 to 1100. First class (Free) ages 5 to 16. Get in touch for more information. Don't panic parents, there is an onsite cafe for coffee at 10 if required!! ,

31/08/2026

Community Training Academy FEED Programme available to all groups with young people aged 12 to 25. Please get in touch if you wish to get involved. Free 6 week x 4 hour programme in collaboration with Inspire Wellbeing Peace of Mind. FEED... Fitness, Education & Emotional Development! Get In touch for more info.

28/08/2026

Due to postponement we now have availability for another group to join our FEED programme WC 7th September. Please see info on the programme on the previous post and get in touch asap if you are interested.

20/08/2026

NOTIFICATION TO ALL GROUPS, ORGANISATIONS/BUSINESSES

FREE YOUTH PROGRAMME - PLEASE READ INFO!

20/08/2026

NOTIFICATION TO ALL GROUPS, ORGANISATIONS/BUSINESSES

Over the past number of years, we have developed our FEED Programme, with support from the Public Health Agency (PHA), ASDA, and RTÉ TOY SHOW Appeal, during its development. The programme, which stands for Fitness, Education, Empowerment and Development, has been successfully delivered to hundreds of young people over the last two years.

We have recently established a new collaboration with Inspire Wellbeing Peace of Mind, and have refreshed the programme to place a greater emphasis on emotional wellbeing. FEED now stands for Fitness, Education and Emotional Development.

This free six-week programme consists of one four-hour session per week and provides young people aged 12 to 25 with learning opportunities in:

Peace of Mind and emotional well-being

Physical education and fitness

Cooking skills

Nutrition

Essential life skills

We are currently fully booked; however, new programme places will become available from mid to late September onwards. Please book early to secure your place on this awesome programme.

Programme Details

Minimum group size: 10 participants (If you have 20, then we can make this 2 separate groups of 10)

Location: 220-224 York Street, Belfast, BT15 1GZ

Cost: Free of charge

The programme is available not only to youth and community groups but also to a wider range of organisations working with young people.

Please feel free to share with your network and get in touch if you would like any further information or wish to discuss a referral.

We're delighted to announce that we're finally back up and running!If you'd like more information about our classes and ...
06/06/2026

We're delighted to announce that we're finally back up and running!

If you'd like more information about our classes and programmes, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Everything we do moving forward will be built around our FEED Programme — a proven approach developed and refined over the past few years.

FEED stands for Fitness, Education, Empowerment, and Development. It provides a comprehensive, wraparound service for both young people and adults, focusing not only on physical and mental wellbeing but also on developing essential life skills and improving employability opportunities.

We have made it our mission to support individuals in building confidence, resilience, and the skills they need to thrive both personally and professionally.

How much of the FEED programmes you or your organisations wish to get involved in is up to you.

For more information please get in touch.

Community Training Academy
Providing Support Through Sport.

Address

220/224 York Street, Floor 2
Belfast
BT151GZ

Telephone

+447449456784

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