Blaydon Youth Club in the Borough of Gateshead is a busy and well used community facility.

The philosophy that it is more important to take part than to win is one, which is embraced by the club, although many skilled individuals and teams have reached national finals in a variety of sports.

There are also opportunities for adults to use the facilities. Age Concern provide an Active into Age exercise class for over 55s, Community Link use our centre alternate Friday afternoons,and we have free Internet access available through Uk Online.

Two essential services that we offer to our community are Blaydon Afterschool Club which has operated since 1996 and is Ofsted registered for 50 whom we collect from 3 local schools; Blaydon West, St Josephs, and St Mary's at Stella

Blaydon Youth Club has always operated a full and varied programme, trying out new initiatives alongside more traditional youth club activities. We have responded with enthusiasm and vigour to a changing world, the club is no longer exclusively for young people. We have grown to play a full part in the life of our local community.