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Directors' report period ended
The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 August 2024
Directors
The director shown below has held office during the period of
1 May 2024
to
31 August 2024
The director shown below has held office during the period of
20 February 2024
to
31 August 2024
The director shown below has held office during the whole of the period from
9 August 2023
to
31 August 2024
The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006
This report was approved by the board of directors on
And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name:
Status: Director
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The notes form part of these financial statements
The directors have chosen not to file a copy of the company's profit and loss account.
This report was approved by the board of directors on
and signed on behalf of the board by:
Name:
Status: Director
The notes form part of these financial statements
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In the financial year ending August 2024, StartStrong Fitness CIC significantly expanded its reach and impact across Suffolk and Essex through the delivery of accessible, inclusive fit-ness programmes for pre- and postnatal parents. During this reporting period, we successfully set up and delivered five weekly classes in three key areas: Colchester: We continued to run our existing parent and baby fitness class and, through additional funding, launched a second class to meet growing demand in the area. Ipswich: We established a brand-new class in response to community need, ensuring that parents in this region also had access to free, specialist support. Braintree: A fully grant-funded programme was introduced here, providing weekly ses-sions to local parents. Across all five classes, we supported over 400 parents throughout the year. These sessions were delivered by pre- and postnatal exercise specialists and designed to support both physi-cal and mental well-being. Sessions were open to all fitness levels and allowed babies to at-tend alongside their parents, creating an inclusive, bonding environment. Our impact extended well beyond fitness, addressing a wide range of health and social chal-lenges. We: Helped parents manage and recover from postnatal depression and anxiety, as well as pregnancy-related health conditions such as gestational diabetes, high BMI, preeclampsia, Diastasis Recti, and weakened pelvic floor. Supported mental health by creating a safe, non-judgmental space where parents could connect, share experiences, and feel seen. Reduced isolation and improved community cohesion by fostering a supportive network of like-minded individuals navigating similar life stages. Encouraged the active involvement of fathers, challenging traditional norms and pro-moting shared parenting roles. All our classes were offered completely free of charge, made possible through a combination of local grant funding, community support, and careful financial planning. By removing finan-cial barriers, we ensured that families from all backgrounds could access the support they needed without cost being a limiting factor. In summary, StartStrong Fitness CIC made a meaningful and measurable difference to the lives of hundreds of parents over the past year. We delivered health-focused, community-driven programmes that continue to grow in demand, demonstrating a clear need for ongoing and expanded support across our region.
No consultation with stakeholders
No remuneration was received
No transfer of assets other than for full consideration
This report was approved by the board of directors on
10 April 2025
And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Emma Carpenter
Status: Director