Knowledge hub.

Set up a Community Interest Company so you can apply for funding only available to social enterprises. Run sessions for under-served groups and bill the grant, not the participants.

Apply through Sport England's Movement Fund for community projects that get inactive people moving. CIC or constituted group required — sole traders are not eligible.

Get on your local Primary Care Network's directory of services. Link workers refer patients to you for movement-based interventions and the PCN pays per attendance or block.

Local councils commission HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) providers each school holiday. Register as a provider with your council's HAF coordinator and bid for sessions.

Approach HMPPS commissioning teams or partner with a Community Rehabilitation Company. Enhanced DBS, safeguarding training and an MoU are required before delivery.

Sell quarterly packages to HR teams covering on-site classes, 1:1 assessments and a wellbeing dashboard. LTD structure makes you look credible on procurement portals.

Productise a 12-week programme delivered through an app like TrueCoach or PT Distinction. Recurring monthly fees compound — 40 clients at £100/month = £4,000 with no extra hours.

Once you have 3+ years experience, mentor newly qualified PTs on business, sales and programming. Charge per session or sell a 6-month programme.

Build a niche audience on YouTube, TikTok or a paid newsletter. Income comes from ads, brand deals and your own digital products — LTD helps with brand contracts and tax efficiency.

Councils tender out exercise referral, GP referral and falls prevention programmes. Register on Contracts Finder and your local procurement portal, then bid.

Violence Reduction Units commission diversionary activity for at-risk young people. Partner with a youth charity or apply directly through your regional VRU.

Big Issue Invest provides patient capital to social enterprises tackling poverty and inequality. You'll need a CIC, 12+ months trading and a clear social impact model.