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Manchester Youth Zone is the bright, warm, friendly space you can come to after school to meet great people, eat great food, hang out with your mates, and make cool stuff and lasting memories…

What to expect
Membership form
Two young women sitting at a yellow table with nail care tools, one woman holding a nail polish bottle while the other watches.Five young dancers in a studio practicing floor poses with arms extended.
Child wearing leopard-print pants and a white sweatshirt mid-flip on a trampoline inside a gym.Indoor climbing gym with colorful climbing walls and children preparing or climbing while adults observe.
Child with braided hair writing colorful words on a glass window in sunlight.Young basketball player in a red shirt jumping to make a shot in an indoor gym with other players watching.
Group of young people playing soccer on an outdoor field wearing pink and orange bibs.Large yellow bee sculpture with red eyes and colorful letters on wings, sitting on a base painted with smiling diverse children’s faces.
Group of diverse young people indoors dancing and singing near lockers and windows.Colorful graffiti on a gray wall featuring the word 'MYZ' in large white letters with city skyline and multiple national flags on colorful ribbons around it, and the phrase 'we are family'.
Group of young people practicing basketball shooting and dribbling in an indoor gymnasium.Children playing soccer on a grass field, with one child in a white shirt kicking a red and gray ball while others watch and run.

A chance to be yourself!

If you are aged 8-19, or up to 25 with additional needs (SEND), you can become a member of MYZ.

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Make friends

There is always someone around for a kickabout, to perfect your dance moves with, or just to talk to.

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Have fun

A fun, safe space to enjoy yourself, relax and have a good time with other members.

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Learn skills

Explore a variety of activities and develop new skills that align with your interests.

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Get support

Make plans for your future and have people to help you make those dreams a reality.

A sneak peek at what to expect at Manchester Youth Zone

At MYZ, no two days are the same. Whether you’re into sports, music, art, cooking, gaming, or just chilling with your mates, there’s always something happening. You’ll find spaces where you can relax, places to get creative, and loads of opportunities to try something new.

It’s more than just activities though – it’s a community. You’ll meet people your age from across Manchester, make new friends, and discover new talents. And if you ever need a bit of support, there’s always someone here to listen, guide, and cheer you on.

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MYZ members

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Activity types

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Activity spaces

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