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What we do

Programmes that open doors

Combat sports, mentoring and education for children, young people and aspiring amateur athletes across Seaham and County Durham, whatever their background or financial circumstances.
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Free & subsidised training

Cost should never be the reason a child misses out on sport. We offer free or subsidised places in age-appropriate combat sports sessions for children and young people from age 4 upwards whose families face financial or social barriers.

Sessions focus on fitness, coordination, discipline and fun, in a safe and supervised setting where everyone is welcome.

  • From age 4+
  • Age-appropriate sessions
  • Free or reduced-cost places
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Bullying support scholarships

Our bullying support scholarships give children affected by bullying a place to train, a mentor to talk to and a group where they belong.

We teach respect, assertiveness and conflict avoidance, and we always encourage children to seek help from a trusted adult. Training is about confidence and wellbeing, never about retaliation.

  • Respect
  • Assertiveness
  • Conflict avoidance
  • Seeking help
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Young leader development

Young leaders help out in sessions under supervision, learning how to support younger children, communicate clearly and work as part of a team.

Each young leader is mentored, given real responsibility at the right pace, and encouraged to grow in confidence as a role model.

  • Mentoring
  • Supervised experience
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Responsibility
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Pathways into paid coaching

For aspiring coaches, we help with the steps needed to work towards paid coaching roles: relevant coaching qualifications, safeguarding training, first aid and supervised, hands-on coaching experience.

Our aim is to help participants become ready to access paid opportunities in sport.

  • Coaching qualifications
  • Safeguarding training
  • First aid
  • Practical experience

We cannot guarantee employment. Paid roles depend on each person’s progress, qualifications and the opportunities available.

Young people practise kicks and punches in pairs across the blue mats of a large training hall, many wearing shin guards and gloves.

Amateur athlete support

Talented amateur athletes can be held back by costs: coaching fees, kit and equipment, competition entry and travel.

Where funding allows, we help aspiring athletes overcome these barriers so they can keep progressing in their sport.

  • Coaching
  • Equipment
  • Competition entry
  • Travel
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In development

Inclusive holiday camps

We are developing inclusive summer and school holiday camps combining sport, teamwork and fun, open to children and young people of all backgrounds.

Register your interest and we will be in touch as plans are confirmed.

  • Summer holidays
  • School holidays
  • Inclusive for all
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In development

Adapted activities & alternative learning

We are developing adapted activities and alternative learning opportunities for neurodivergent children, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and young people with different learning, behavioural, emotional or social support needs.

The aim is to offer a structured, encouraging environment where every young person can take part in a way that works for them.

  • Neurodivergent children
  • SEND
  • Different support needs

We are not a registered school, an accredited education provider or a specialist clinical service. These activities are sport-based and designed to complement other support.

Children and teenagers in shin guards gather in a circle on the mats to listen to instructions.

School tasters & community workshops

We welcome conversations with schools, youth groups and community organisations about taster sessions and workshops that introduce young people to combat sports and its values.

If you would like to work together, please get in touch through our contact page.

  • School tasters
  • Community workshops
  • Partnerships

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.