Nicky Parfitt, Activities Programme Manager

Since graduating in 2000 with a sport and exercise science degree Nicky has worked as a life guard, fitness instructor and most recently as a duty manager responsible for sports development and managing the fitness suite for Avalon Leisure. Her next career move was to the YMCA….

Nicky has worked for Bridgwater YMCA for 3.5 years as activities programme manager and has the responsibility for developing and monitoring all activities held within the centre. She is a qualified level one paddle sports coach, indoor climbing wall supervisor and trampoline instructor. Although her role involves managerial duties she still finds the time to step in and coach outdoor activities and youth work sessions on a regular basis.

Nicky’s passion for working with children and young people started in secondary school where she volunteered every holiday as a GAP (Glastonbury Activity Programme) worker delivering sports activities to young people aged 5 – 14yrs. It was this experience which steered her towards a career in coaching and later sports development. Nicky is a keen promoter of leading an active, healthy lifestyle which is always at the forefront of her programmes.

Nicky’s out of work interests are outdoor activities, netball, running and dining out.