* We are currently running a slightly reduced schedule in smaller groups.

Please click this link to email our COVID Officer for more details.

 

getting women active

 

bringing life-changing improvements to

physical and mental health

 

all-female, non-competitive and inclusive

sporting opportunities

 

What we offer

girls ALIVE has over 230 members and currently hosts 13 activity groups across a variety of disciplines based around the Dorking area of Surrey. Click here for our current weekly schedule.

A supportive atmosphere

All our groups are welcoming and non-competitive. They are led by an inspiring bunch of volunteers who are passionate about the benefits of being active and challenging yourself. Each and every one of our Group Leaders is dedicated and encouraging, helping our Champions to build confidence slowly and ensuring everyone is supported. Each group has an entry-level or beginner session so you'll be in good company whatever your level.

Cost

There is no compulsory membership fee. One of our founding principles is 'affordability for all women', so instead, we run a voluntary membership donation scheme which enables you to donate an amount that is affordable for you and can be paid monthly or annually (see more detail below).

The vast majority of our activities are free. There is a small charge for sessions where a coach, venue, or equipment is required, however, it is kept to the absolute minimum and those from low-income households or those experiencing financial hardship can apply for a reduction.

Voluntary membership donation scheme

Once you’ve had a chance to experience the benefits of girls ALIVE first hand, we’ll email you with details of how to set up a voluntary membership donation. The suggested annual voluntary membership donation is £85, or £7.50 per month. This is a suggested donation only and you are able to select an affordable amount for you and your preferred frequency.

How to join

To join, just click this link to fill in the online membership form.

For further general information about joining girls ALIVE click this link.

For more detail about our groups click the links below or email eleanor@girlsalive.org.uk

Run Group - Running, jogging & Couch to 5K

Baby Steps Group - Run/ Walk for New Mums

Ride Group - Road Cycling

Off-Road Group - Mountain Biking

Hike Group - Walking

Swim Group - Pool Swimming

Open Water Group - Open Water Swimming

Beginners Triathlon Group - Triathlon Training

SUP - coming soon

During the time when, good friends, Philippa Curphey and Eleanor Lestrange had young children, their focus had been almost solely on family and work. Like many women at this stage of life, they had not engaged in any regular exercise or taken time to focus on themselves for years. As a result, Eleanor was suffering with repeated episodes of anxiety and Philippa wanted to regain her sense of independence after having children.

In the Autumn of 2016, they come to the conclusion that it was time to take responsibility and to improve their health and well-being, so they decided to adjust their priorities and do something about it. The pair, who are known for not doing things by half, both chose to take on huge personal challenges. Philippa, who in a previous life had enjoyed recreational running, trained for and completed The London Marathon in April 2017. Eleanor took up cycling, and similarly, within 6 weeks had signed up to The Prudential Ride London’s 100-mile cycling challenge which she completed in the summer of the same year.

Having been overwhelmed by the positive impact that exercise, encouragement and support from their local community had on both their mental health and physical well being, they felt compelled to share what they have learned so that other women could benefit too and September 2017 Philippa and Eleanor put their newfound enthusiasm and passion for community sports to good use and created the 'girls ALIVE' initiative.