Climbing Everest to Build Bath's First Outdoor Community Gym

On Friday, June 20th, I’m strapping on a head-torch at 4 a.m. and taking on a challenge as big as the CaliUnity vision: climbing an 800m mountain (roughly the height of Pen Y Fan from sea level!!), not once, but eleven times in a single day.

That’s 8,800m of vertical gain – the height of Everest – between 4 a.m. and 10 p.m. I’ll be pushing for 18 hours straight, doing as many reps as possible, to prove how far a united community can move when the goal is bigger than any one of us.

But this isn’t just about the mountain – it’s about what we’re climbing for.

We believe movement is a right, not a luxury. Everyone deserves access to fitness, community, and the chance to feel strong – no matter their age, background, or income.

That’s why we’re building CaliYard – Bath’s first free, community outdoor gym, right next door to CaliUnity. A space built for the people, by the people.

Over the years, we’ve raised tens of thousands of pounds for other causes – from mental health to homelessness. But now, for the first time ever, we’re fundraising for our own mission: to make health and fitness truly accessible to all through the CaliFoundation.

This money will go directly to fund the creation of CaliYard – from the equipment to the groundwork, and the ongoing coaching that will keep it open, inclusive, and free.

Our mission has always been to make the UK healthier. But that doesn’t just mean running workouts. It means transforming environments so that healthy choices are easier, more enjoyable, and available to everyone.

CaliUnity is near capacity, with over 92% of members showing up every week – because we’ve built it on coaching, care, and community. But we know not everyone can join a gym. CaliYard will be different.

We believe knowledge and access should be free – and that accountability and implementation should be earned, not bought.

That’s why we already give away:

But we’re ready to do more.

We’re in the final stages of making CaliYard a reality. The land is secured, the owner’s given the green light, and we’ve even started groundwork. With the help of our team and community, we’re already planning:

✅ Free teen fitness classes to build confidence and connection

✅ Free over-60s mobility sessions to reduce pain and isolation

✅ Free pre- and post-natal classes to support strong, healthy motherhood

Now, we need your help to finish it.

If you believe in this mission…

If you want to see a space where anyone can move, connect, and grow without fear or financial barriers…

Then help us build CaliYard.

Donate what you can. Share the vision.

Let’s make history in Bath.

With love and gratitude,

Kiera & Ollie

Founders of CaliUnity + CaliFoundation