To advance education and provide facilities for social, recreational and creative leisure time opportunities for the people of Portsmouth, particularly in the area known as Portsea. To this end the charity runs the John Pounds Centre, providing sports and leisure facilities, an IT suite, revitalisation suite, art studio, cafe and creche and organising activities for local residents.
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Seeking to provide ‘A Gateway for a ‘Happier and Healthier Life for All’ through inclusive activities and services at the John Pounds Centre. The Centre has established a reputation for its quality of service as it encourages healthy lifestyle choices, through an inclusive range of core activities and services providing opportunities for all to improve their lives, informed by local social need, with a focus on:
COMMUNITY
Providing opportunities to feel valued and be part of a welcoming community
WELLBEING
Offering 'whole person health' solutions to encourage healthier and happier lifestyles
LEARNING
Accessible learning and signposting for personal and group development
EMPLOYABILITY
Opportunities for developing real skills for real people for today’s marketplace