About Barnability
Barnability is a charitable organisation supporting people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, or ill health through inclusive fitness, community connection and personal development.
Who we are
Barnability has a truly unique home in The Barn, a physical fitness facility in a barn just outside Ponteland. We run dedicated activities for people with physical or learning disabilities, of all ages.
Our driving passion is bringing communities together through sport - not only through fitness classes, but also running and walking groups and trips.
What we do
It's easy to feel lonely and isolated in today's fast-paced society, especially when you're also juggling additional health demands. Barnability aims to offer hope, inclusion and a safe space - an opportunity to reconnect with one another and help each other succeed.
Our Barnmobility programme
Our vision for Barnmobility is to see young adults with additional needs help coach the older generation. The young adults gain work experience and social interaction in a supportive, positive environment, while our older clients enjoy a healthier, more active lifestyle - and the knowledge that they're helping a younger generation develop their skills.
Our Code of Conduct
Our athletes helped write the promises we all keep to each other. They make every session safe, friendly and fun for everyone.
- We will try our best
- We will listen to the coach
- We will be friendly and kind and always say please and thank you
- We will be calm
- We will ask for help if we need it
- We will stay safe and wear the correct clothing
Thanks to our supporters
We're grateful to the sponsors, funders and supporters who make our work possible.
Get in touch
Want to know more or get involved? Contact us.