Fife Sports and Leisure Trust is celebrating a year of growth, progress, and partnership following the publication of its Performance Review 2024–25, which highlights the organisation’s continued success in delivering inclusive, high-quality leisure opportunities across Fife.

The organisation has recorded significant achievements over the past year, from record attendances and membership growth to national recognition and vital community partnerships that are improving health and wellbeing across the region.

Key highlights from the review include:

• 2.64 million visits across venues, including 1.05 million swims, 501,000 gym sessions, and 224,000 group fitness attendances.
• Membership growth reaching 19,858 members by year-end, with an impressive 45% increase within the first three months of launching the new Club and Lite membership tiers.
• Junior activities thriving, with 1,512 Junior Fitness members, 1,197 Rise Gymnastics members, 312 Junior Football participants, and over 8,300 children enrolled in Learn to Swim.
• Over 55,000 class attendances, 2,500+ referrals, and 850 new participants supported through the Active Options Health & Wellbeing programme.
• £14.99 million in social value created in 2024, including £5 million from swimming alone and an estimated £82,000 in reduced GP visits.

Jeph Hamilton, Chair of Fife Sports and Leisure Trust, said:

“Fife Sports and Leisure Trust continues to deliver on its charitable objectives within Fife, contributing to the health and wellbeing of our constituents. Our performance has been strong, as demonstrated through our key indicators. I wish to recognise the support provided by Fife Council, particularly over recent times, and through investment in our facilities such as Cowdenbeath, East Sands, and the upcoming work at Glenrothes. These projects support hugely valuable social outcomes, enabling people across Fife to enjoy the benefits of physical activity through accessible opportunities.”

Over the past year, the organisation has focused on modernising venues, advancing digital systems, and enhancing the customer experience to ensure its facilities remain welcoming, accessible, and fit for the future. These developments form part of a long-term commitment to reinvesting in Fife’s communities by creating modern, inspiring spaces where people can move more, feel better, and enjoy being active together.

Fife Sports and Leisure Trust’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. The organisation was honoured at the Fife Business Awards 2025 as Charity Partner of the Year and winner of the Community & Partnership Award, recognition that highlights its lasting community impact and the shared commitment of staff, partners, and supporters across all 14 venues.

Looking ahead, the organisation is focused on building on this success. Its Business Plan 2025-2028 sets out a clear roadmap for the future, with priorities centred on sustainability, digital transformation, and continued growth.

Customers and members are encouraged to share their thoughts and suggestions via the Trust’s Talk to Us platform, helping shape future services and improvements that continue to meet the needs of local communities.

For more information about Fife Sports and Leisure Trust, and to read the full Performance Review 2024-25, visit: Fife Sports and Leisure Trust Performance Review 2024/25