TFT Youth · Seaham, County Durham
Every young person deserves a chance.
We help young people and aspiring amateur athletes overcome financial and social barriers through combat sports, mentoring and education.
Our mission
Confidence, wellbeing and opportunity for all
We help young people and aspiring amateur athletes overcome financial and social barriers through combat sports, mentoring and education. We create opportunities to build confidence, improve wellbeing, develop life skills and progress in sport, regardless of background or financial circumstances.
We also develop young leaders and aspiring coaches, helping them gain the experience, training and qualifications needed to progress towards paid coaching roles.
Our programmes
Ways we can help
- Free & subsidised trainingAge-appropriate combat sports training from age 4+, for children and young people who would otherwise miss out.Learn more
- Bullying support scholarshipsTraining and mentoring to help children affected by bullying rebuild confidence, make friends and feel they belong.Learn more
- Young leader developmentMentoring, supervised practical experience and the chance to build communication, teamwork and responsibility.Learn more
- Pathways into paid coachingSupport with relevant qualifications, safeguarding training, first aid and practical coaching experience.Learn more
- Amateur athlete supportHelp overcoming the financial barriers to coaching, equipment, competition and travel.Learn more
- In developmentInclusive holiday campsInclusive summer and school holiday camps that keep young people active, connected and having fun.Learn more
- In developmentAdapted activities & alternative learningAdapted sessions and alternative learning opportunities for young people with different support needs.Learn more
- School tasters & community workshopsTaster sessions for schools, community workshops and partnerships across Seaham and County Durham.Learn more
Our values
What we stand for
Growth
Every session is a chance to learn something new, in sport and in life. We notice effort and celebrate progress at every level.
Resilience
Training teaches young people to keep going when things feel hard, and to bring that steadiness into school, home and friendships.
Integrity
Respect, honesty and fairness guide how we train, how we coach and how we run our organisation.
Our delivery partner
Working with TFT MMA
TFT MMA is our delivery partner and can provide premises, equipment and coaching for our programmes.
TFT Youth is a separate organisation with its own finances, records and governance. Services from TFT MMA are covered by written agreements at fair value, and any surplus supports our community objectives.
About us
TFT Youth & Athlete Development CIC
TFT Youth is the public name of TFT Youth & Athlete Development CIC. A community interest company (CIC) currently being established, rooted in Seaham, County Durham and surrounding communities.
We believe that sport can change the direction of a young person’s life. Combat sports build discipline, fitness and self-belief, and a good coach or mentor can open doors that might otherwise stay closed.
Our job is to make sure money and circumstances are not the reason a young person misses out.
Ready to take the first step?
Tell us a little about who the support is for and we will be in touch. Parents, carers, adult applicants and referring professionals are all welcome to enquire.