Celebrate girl power in sport this International Women’s Day

In Richmond upon Thames, there are many great ways for women and girls to get involved in sport from grants and bursaries to coaching and volunteering opportunities.

This International Women’s Day, explore pathways and opportunities to help you take your first steps into coaching or volunteering in Richmond.

Coaching and volunteering

Our local partners, Made in Fulham, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust, and The Harlequins Foundation, offer coaching courses and volunteering roles to help female athletes develop their skills, gain experience, and grow in confidence.

A number of governing bodies offer grants and bursaries to help women gain coaching qualifications in sports like tennis, football and cricket, supporting greater inclusion and confidence across the sector.

Find out more and coaching and volunteering opportunities for women and girls.

Richmond Women and Girls Working Group

Established in October 2024, Richmond’s Women and Girls Working Group brings together our services, local charities, sports clubs, and community leaders to champion female participation in sport and physical activity. Find out more and get involved in the Richmond Women and Girls Working Group.