12 hour charity circuit event a 'huge' success

Our fantastic 12 hour charity circuit event at SWC Fitness, had an incredible team of 10 complete 12 hours of non stop circuits, all coached by business owner Shane Wilson-Coates. We started at 7am and continued the circuit non stop until 7pm. Each hour we were joined by our fantastic fitness family and the incredible people of Stone who kept our spirits high and motivation going. 

We did this in aid of two fantastic charities, DEBRA, a charity supporting those with a rare life limiting condition epidermolysis bullosa, often referred to as ‘the worst condition you’ve never heard of’. We chose this charity in support of Poppy, a 13 year old member of our gym. EB caused painful debilitating blisters and fragile skin. There are varying sub types of EB and those that are most severely affected often end up permanently in a wheelchair. Their fingers and toes fuse together as the skin comes away and their digits heal together. They need dressings head to toe and these need to be changed regularly taking hours. For them their internal organs are affected and it is life limiting as they often pass away in their 20-30’s from skin cancer. 

This condition is genetic and there is currently no cure. 

We also chose to support MIND, a mental health charity supporting those struggling. We all know someone or are someone who struggles with mental health and we are trying to do our bit to remove the stigma around mental health. 

The day was a huge success raising just over £7,000 with donations still coming in. 

We truly believe in giving back, supporting those who need it and doing our bit to support our community.

SWC Fitness was created by Shane in 2014, building up his business around his work, Shane has created something incredible. Through highs and lows the gym has been a rock to so many people and we continue to grow year on year.

Please donate if you can to continue to help these amazing charities: donate.giveasyoulive.com/fundraising/12-hour-circuit-event