Women and girls

There are lots of ways for women and girls to get involved in sport and physical activity in Richmond.

International Women’s Day 2026

Join us in Richmond as we celebrate International Women’s Day this March. Come along and enjoy a variety of physical activity events and activities taking place across the borough.

Free fitness assessments

• Location: Hampton Sports and Fitness Centre, Hanworth Road, Hampton, TW12 3HB
• Date: Sunday 8 March
• Time: 10am to 1pm
• To book: To request your time slot, email HSFC@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk

Women’s boxing class

• Location: Shene Sports and Fitness Centre, Richmond Park Academy, Park Avenue, East Sheen, SW14 8AT
• Date: Sunday 8 March
• Time: 11am to 12 noon
• To book: Shene Sports & Fitness Centre timetable

Open tennis morning

• Location: Teddington Sports Centre, Teddington School, Broom Road, Teddington, TW11 9PJ
• Date: Sunday 8 March
• Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm 
• To book: Teddington Sports Centre timetable

Various activities at Teddington Pools and Fitness Centre

• Location: Vicarage Road, Teddington, TW11 8EZ
• Date: Sunday 8 March
• Activity:
  • Aqua-fit class at 12.30pm standard rate - £8.80 
  • Les Mills Body Balance class at 1.30pm - Free of charge 
  • Women’s focused spinning class at 11am - Free of charge 
• To book: Teddington Pools and Fitness Centre

Community walk and pelvic floor talk

• Location: Stable & Strong Women’s Fitness Studio, 64 Mortlake High Street, SW14 8HR
• Date: Sunday 8 March
• Time: 9.30am

Free to attend and open to all women with optional donations to help raise funds for a local women’s charity Voices of Hope (Richmond Women's Hub).

The event includes:

• A gentle approximate 45 minute walk - meet new people, chat and hopefully enjoy some nice weather
• Tea, coffee and cakes back at Stable & Strong's Women's Fitness Studio
• An easy-to-understand talk on pelvic floor exercise tips for everyday life. Run by head fitness trainer who is passionate about all things pelvic floor

To book: Community walk and pelvic floor talk

You can find out more information about other local events celebrating International Women’s Day on Visit Richmond.

Other female focused events taking place in March

These local events are also running in March.

Strive 25 Celebration

• Location: Craneford Way, Twickenham, TW2 7SQ
• Date: Saturday 7 March 2026
• Time: 9.30 to 11.30am
• Details: 
  • Complimentary match tickets for all attendees
  • A welcoming, safe space to try something new – no experience needed
  • Inclusive, beginner friendly T1 rugby taster sessions
  • Activities suitable for all fitness levels and abilities
  • Supportive coaches and positive role models
• Match tickets to Harlequins vs Saracens will be distributed once you complete the Register your interest form. Each booking includes up to two digital tickets

England Rugby Female Health & Wellbeing Conference

• Location: Allianz Stadium
• Date: Saturday 21 March at the Allianz Stadium
• Time: From 9.30am

This event is designed to bring together coaches, match officials, players, and rugby enthusiasts to explore key topics around female health and wellbeing in sport.

• To book: England Rugby Female Health & Wellbeing Conference

Coaching and volunteering opportunities

There are a range of opportunities available to support women and girls in starting their coaching or volunteering journey.

Find out more about coaching and volunteering opportunities for women and girls.

Richmond Women and Girls Working Group

The Richmond Women and Girls Working Group is committed to championing female participation in sport and physical activity across the borough.

Find out more about the Richmond Women and Girls Working Group.

Sports and fitness activities

There are a variety of classes and programmes across Richmond that give women and girls the chance to stay active, build confidence, and connect with others.

Find out more about sports and fitness activities for women and girls.