New Men’s Groups Launch in Burmantofts and Richmond Hill

Support and skill-building opportunities for young men aged 18 to 30

Three new men’s groups are set to launch soon within the Burmantofts, Harehills, and Richmond Hill (BHR) Primary Care Network (PCN). These groups aim to provide young men aged 18 to 30 with opportunities to develop new skills, improve their wellbeing, and connect with others in their community.

Details of the upcoming men’s groups

• Men’s Wellbeing Coaching Group
  Start date: November (second week)
  When: Thursday afternoons, running until the third week of December
  Where: Shine, Harehills
  Description: A supportive coaching group focused on mental fitness and personal wellbeing.
• Coaching & Life Skills Program
  Start date: November (second week)
  When: Wednesdays for 5 to 6 weeks
  Where: Delivered in partnership with Lawrence at Space 2
  Description: A practical group covering cooking, sports, fitness, and emotional regulation skills.
• Men’s Film-Making Skills Program
  Start date: January 2027 (dates being finalised)
  When: Tuesday evenings
  Description: A creative, hands-on programme to learn film-making and media skills.

Eligibility and how to join

To take part in these groups, men must be registered with a GP surgery that is part of the BHR PCN. Those interested can self-refer by contacting the Patient Pathway Navigators on 0113 240 5080.

Practitioners referring clients or patients should obtain explicit consent to share the individual’s full name, date of birth, and GP practice details.

These initiatives are designed to support young men’s mental and physical wellbeing while fostering community connections through skill development and creative activities.

Source: Doing Good Leeds