Programmes

Bristol Bears Community Foundation is the club’s award-winning charity, delivering programmes that are proven to change the lives of people across the region.

The registered charity works with over 8,000 people from the local community each year and is regularly recognised for its work on a national scale, winning numerous Parliamentary Awards since 2008.

The Foundation delivers a broad range of programmes across the South West, serving the community across four key areas: education, participation, health, and inclusion.

To find out more about our programmes please click the links below:

CAMPS

Bristol Bears Premiership Rugby Academy camps are designed with the modern player in mind, focusing on all-round player development.

BEAR IN MIND

Bear in Mind is a health and wellbeing programme aimed at equipping girls with the tools to build self-confidence and resilience. 

HITZ

HITZ is Premiership Rugby’s award-winning education and employability programme which works with over 2,000 14-18-year-olds across England every year.

RISE

RISE aims to support the development of children & young people’s mental health & wellbeing. It aims to improve mental health through participation in sports.

SPECTRUM SPORTS

Spectrum Sports is a tailored programme of PE & Sport delivery, resourcing, and staff development specifically for the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) sector.

PROJECT RUGBY

Project Rugby is a joint initiative between Premiership Rugby and England Rugby designed to increase participation in the game by people from traditionally underrepresented groups.