For more than 15 years, Sturfit has kept the Sturminster Newton community leisure centre open, maintained and evolving – not as a business, but as a not-for-profit charity run by local people. It’s a place used every day by families, clubs and individuals – and is much-needed by the local high school. Several thousand people a week walk through the doors, and for many, it’s not a luxury. It’s something they rely on.
And now, we need a few more people to help make sure it stays that way.
A role that genuinely matters
Being a trustee isn’t about helping out at the edges: you’ll help shape decisions that affect thousands of local people every year. Being a trustee is about helping to guide how this centre is run, how it’s sustained and how it continues to serve the community well.
It’s a few hours a month, but the responsibility – and the impact – is real. Decisions made by the trustees affect how the whole town uses this place.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a small number of thoughtful people who care about the community and are willing to play a part in keeping this facility strong and sustainable.
We would particularly welcome:
– Someone with experience of leadership or management – perhaps you’ve led a team, department or organisation
– Someone with a good understanding of finance or business planning
Alongside this, we are always open to people who can bring a fresh perspective, sound judgement and a willingness to contribute.
You don’t need to be sporty. Many of us aren’t. What matters is that you can think clearly, ask sensible questions and commit a few hours each month.
Why it matters
Keeping a facility like this open, accessible and financially sustainable doesn’t happen by accident. It depends on local people being willing to step forward and take a share of responsibility for it. Most assume someone else will do that.
This time, it could be you
If you’ve ever thought you might like to contribute to something local – not just support it, but help protect and shape it – this is a straightforward way to do it. It’s a small commitment in time, but it helps ensure something important remains here for everyone.
Interested?
In the first instance, email [email protected] and tell us a little about yourself.
Sturfit is a registered charity that has operated Sturminster Newton’s leisure centre for over 15 years, providing accessible sport, fitness and wellbeing facilities for the local community.
