Free Fitness Classes Launched for Women in Acton
Movement on The Mount will take place weekly at St. Mary's Church Hall
The programme is coordinated by Action West London in partnership with Ealing Fit Club
October 22, 2025
A new community-led fitness programme has launched in Acton to support women facing barriers to physical activity. The initiative, titled Movement on The Mount, offers free weekly wellbeing and exercise classes at St Mary’s Church Hall on The Mount, W3, and is funded by Sport England for a 12-month period.
The programme is coordinated by Action West London in partnership with Ealing Fit Club, and aims to create a welcoming environment for women who may feel excluded from traditional fitness spaces. Organisers say the sessions are tailored to meet the needs of women from diverse backgrounds, including those with limited income, caring responsibilities, or language barriers.
Groups targeted by the programme include:
- Women who feel uncomfortable in conventional gym settings
- Those living in social housing or experiencing unemployment
- Unpaid carers and women with demanding family roles
- Pregnant and postnatal women
- Women aged 15 and over, including those aged 65+
The initiative also seeks to build community connections and improve mental wellbeing through inclusive, accessible activities. Classes are held weekly and are open to all eligible participants at no cost.
Interested individuals can sign up via Action West London’s mailing list or register directly through the application form.
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