Get set for a spooktacular half-term with Yo! Active

Children and young people can enjoy a spooktacular half-term, thanks to Wolverhampton's popular physical activity programme Yo! Active.

Delivered by the City of Wolverhampton Council, WV Active and Wolves Foundation, Yo! Active is open to children and young people aged up to 18, or 25 for care leavers or those with a disability, and offers a wide range of free activities all year round.

Young residents can take their pick from a range of free physical activity sessions every week, including free swimming, gym and court hire, multi sport sessions, basketball and bespoke activities for under fives.

There are also tailored sessions for school holidays, including the upcoming October half-term, with highlights including Multisport Mayhem, Nerf Nightmare and a Spooktacular Party. To see the full timetable, please visit https://wvactive.com/activities/october-half-term-2026.html.

Councillor Obaida Ahmed, Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing and Community, said: "Yo! Active is a brilliant way to engage our children and young people in regular physical activity, with a fantastic range of free opportunities available, not only during this October half-term, but all year round.

"Becoming more physically active can help improve heart health, build strong bones and muscles, control weight and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and it's also a great way to make new friends. 

"Over 23,000 children and young people have already signed up to Yo! Active, and I'd encourage other youngsters, parents and guardians to check out what is on offer and sign up so that their children can enjoy free access to these high-quality physical activities this half-term.”

Tom Warren, General Manager of Wolves Foundation, added: "We're delighted to continue working with City of Wolverhampton Council to help provide young people across Wolverhampton with access to fun, engaging and positive activities throughout the year.

“School holidays can be a challenging time for some families, so opportunities like this play an important role in keeping children active, developing confidence and supporting their overall wellbeing.

“We encourage families to take advantage of the fantastic range of sessions available across the city."