Finalists revealed for ukactive Awards 2025

The finalists of the ukactive Awards 2025 have been revealed, following a record number of entries.

This year’s awards will recognise winners in 19 categories, following the introduction of two new categories – the Independent Club/Centre of the Year and Private Club/Centre of the Year. The winners will be revealed at a gala event at the ICC in Birmingham on Thursday 30 October.

Huw Edwards, CEO of ukactive, said: “The ukactive Awards celebrate the very best of the UK’s physical activity sector, and it is the perfect opportunity to recognise the organisations, programmes and individuals that are behind this success.

“We were delighted to see a record number of entries this year, following the improvements we have made which show our commitment to make the Awards as representationaltransparent and competitive as possible. We’re looking forward to recognising the incredible work of our sector on the night and beyond, and we welcome all ukactive members and their teams to come and celebrate our progress together.”

The judging process for the awards has been led by Proinsight and the headline sponsor of the awards is the Swimming Teachers’ Association (STA).

Ali Beckman, President of STA, said: “All of this year’s ukactive Award finalists have shown creativity, dedication, and vision, and we congratulate them – along with everyone who entered – on their outstanding achievements.

“With a record-breaking number of entries of exceptional quality, this year truly showcases the talent and passion within our industry.”

• For the full list of this year’s awards finalists, visit: [shorturl.at/fU3Bm](https://shorturl.at/fU3Bm)