In 1998 the concept was agreed on for the purpose of providing a Commonwealth multi-sport event for young people born in 1986 or later.
These included: Athletics, Fencing, Gymnastics, Hockey, Lawn Tennis, Squash, Swimming and Weightlifting.
[2] The second edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games was held in Bendigo, Australia from 30 November to 4 December 2004, 22 countries participated and contested in 10 sports events spread over a period of 3 days, which included Athletics, Badminton, Boxing, Lawn Bowls, Rugby 7’s, Tenpin Bowling, Swimming, Cycling, Gymnastics and Weightlifting.980 athletes and team officials were involved in the Games in Bendigo.
[4] The fourth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games was held in Isle of Man from 7 to 13 September 2011.
[7] The seventh edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games was scheduled to be held in Trinidad and Tobago between 1 and 7 August 2021.
The eighth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games is scheduled to take place some time in 2025, which will coincide the tournament's 25th anniversary.