Children, Young People and Families
Physical activity is a fun and important part of growing up as it supports overall health and well-being. There are many exciting activities available in Barnet that will inspire children, young people and families to lead active and healthy lives. Whether you are looking for sports, games, dance or outdoor opportunities such as walking there is something on offer for everyone.
Check out the Health and Wellbeing page for guidance on how physically active you should aim to be to benefit your health, and explore the range of health and wellbeing interventions available in Barnet.
Summer Holidays | School's Out
Many sports clubs and activity providers across the borough are kindly opening their doors to women and girls this summer to try a new activity or get back to an old past time. Click here for a full timetable
To find out what going on this Summer across Barnet see here: Activities for children and young people | Barnet Council
To find out more about Barnets holiday activities and Food programme see here: Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme | Barnet Council
Young Barnet foundation membership movement set up to help grow local activities and opportunities for children and young people across the London Borough of Barnet. Find out more here: Young Barnet Foundation | About Us
Find an activity page: Stuck on what to do this summer, use the Get Active activity finder to locate activities for all ages and abilities that are offered within local sports clubs, leisure centres and community-based settings in Barnet (and beyond) Home - Get Active
Free and Discounted Swimming
Did you know that with a FAB Card (which is free for all residents to register) children aged 8 and under can swim for FREE and 8 – 15-year-olds swim for £1* across any of the Better operated pools. *Available Monday – Saturday during public holidays.
Young carers and those who are care experienced also benefit from free swimming with a FAB Card at any time.
Sign up for your FAB Card here to unlock this great opportunity.
Junior Activities at your local Better leisure centre
There are five leisure centres across Barnet that are operated by Better and offer a range of activities and facilities to support juniors on their physical activity journey. There's dedicated Junior Gym sessions, fitness classes and swims.
Sign up for a FAB Card
A FAB card entitles Barnet residents to a series of sport and physical activity related benefits and discounts. Discover more and sign up.
London Youth Games
London Youth Games provides opportunities for children and young people to participate in sporting competitions and compete against other London boroughs.