Blog. Fit for Hospitality

We are thrilled to be one of three charities nominated to receive the funds raised from the brand new ‘Fit for Hospitality’ initiative.

Inspired by his own personal industry experiences, Fit for Hospitality founder Simon Maguire is on a mission to support fitness and wellbeing within hospitality; with exercise and challenges providing not only a goal to work towards, but a sense of achievement.  

To kick start the initiative, Fit for Hospitality will be staging its first UK challenge this year, with a 5k or 10k fundraising run on Thursday 21st September. The race will take place along Bournemouth beach promenade and is open to anyone who works in hospitality.

There are 600 free places on a first-come basis, with participants encouraged to sign-up and raise funds towards three great causes; Hospitality Action, The Springboard Charity and Room to Reward. 

Simon says: “This initiative is about encouraging and supporting people to get the best out of themselves. With a squeeze on people and companies’ budgets, Fit for Hospitality couldn’t come at a better time. I’m incredibly excited about the prospect of 600 people crossing the line in September and believe this is only the start of the Fit for Hospitality journey. Each of our three nominated charities are crucial in supporting not only those working within hospitality, but also the unsung heroes within our communities.” 

Mark Lewis, Chief Executive of Hospitality Action says: “At Hospitality Action, we strongly believe that a healthy and happy workforce is a key ingredient in a successful hospitality business, and we’re excited to be involved in the Fit for Hospitality Challenge. Not only will the event promote workplace wellbeing, but the money raised will help hospitality families in crisis during these difficult times.”

Providing the fundamental sponsorship for the event to take place, Fit for Hospitality is delighted to announce Umbrella Training Limited, Harri, Thissaway and WPA WPA Health Insurance as partners for its first event – which is being powered by West Peak.

Simon continues: “We are hugely indebted to our sponsors, as we would have not been able to run this event without their generosity. I’d also like to thank Steve Lewis (Lainston House), Lindsay Southward (Village Hotels) an Simon Farrow (TAO Hospitality) who have kindly offered their support in the planning of this event.”

To learn more and to enter a team of your own click here.