Equal Edge CIC delivers inclusive cricket, physical activity, and community programmes across East London and Essex — welcoming and built for everyone, with free places for those who need them most.
Every programme Equal Edge delivers is designed to remove barriers, build belonging, and create lasting positive change for individuals and communities across East London and Essex.
Weekly coaching sessions for young people aged 8–18. Qualified ECB coaches, soft-ball beginners through to development squads. Equipment provided.
Ages 8–18 · SubsidisedPartnering with state schools across East London and Essex to reintroduce cricket as a core sport. We bring coaches, lesson plans, and equipment directly into schools at heavily discounted rates.
Schools · Discounted programmeDedicated outreach to Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities across our boroughs — culturally sensitive programmes, multilingual support, and coaches who reflect our communities.
BAME focus · InclusiveStructured, purposeful activity is one of the most proven tools for reducing youth crime and antisocial behaviour. We provide safe spaces, mentors, and programmes that give young people better choices.
Youth safety · MentorshipPhysical activity improves mental health, reduces anxiety and depression, and builds resilience. Our programmes are designed to improve the long-term health outcomes of participants and their families.
Health · WellbeingUnder our CIC model, training equipment is provided free to participants who need it most, and at a heavily discounted rate for partner schools and organisations. Helmets, bats, pads, balls — everything needed to play.
Equipment providedDedicated women-only and girls-only sessions in cricket and fitness. Delivered by female coaches in culturally sensitive, private environments across all our boroughs.
Women only · SubsidisedSix-week workshop programmes covering teamwork, leadership, goal-setting, and healthy lifestyles. Delivered in schools, youth clubs, and community centres.
Ages 12–18 · SchoolsAdapted cricket and fitness sessions for participants with disabilities or special needs. Equipment, rules, and coaching adapted to ensure full, meaningful participation.
All abilities · Subsidised"Every young person in East London and Essex deserves an equal edge — access to sport, community, and the chance to thrive, regardless of background, income, or ability."
We serve communities across East London boroughs and the wider Essex region — with ambitions to expand further as we grow. Click a region to explore the areas we cover.
A primary delivery borough — cricket coaching, youth workshops and community events.
Core delivery area with large BAME communities. Women-only sessions, schools programme and more.
Cricket coaching and community match days for one of London's most diverse boroughs.
Expanding delivery — high demand community with significant sporting potential.
Strong BAME community links and schools engagement in development.
Community events and BAME-focused outreach in one of London's most deprived boroughs.
Youth development workshops and disability-inclusive sessions in partnership with local venues.
Community cricket matches and outreach to under-represented families.
Schools programme and community coaching — expanding in 2026/27.
Cricket coaching partnership with Essex Cricket — community pathway development.
Youth and family programmes — strong need for low-cost community sport provision.
Community events and coastal outreach — cricket for coastal communities.
Bordering Havering — extending existing programmes into Essex.
Rural outreach and inclusive sports for communities with limited local provision.
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