ACADEMIES

At our Academies we deliver programmes to directly support young people, we test and develop our approach, and we train our Alliance partners.

 RIO ACADEMY

This is where Fight for Peace, or Luta pela Paz in Portuguese, was born. The Rio Academy has been active in the Complexo da Maré favelas since 2000

LONDON ACADEMY

The London Academy has been serving young people from its North Woolwich base since 2007. For our sports and activities timetable click here

OUR FIVE PILLARS

The direct support we offer to young people is delivered via our Academy programmes. Each programme features combinations of our Five Pillars – Boxing & Martial Arts, Education, Employability, Youth Leadership and Support Services.

Boxing & Martial Arts

Through combat sports young people build strength and discipline, a feeling of belonging and an understanding that success comes through hard work and dedication.

Education

We offer education programmes for young people who are not at school to re-engage with learning and support for those who need extra help with their school work.

Employability

We provide support and training for young people to access the job market and progress in their professional lives.

Support Services

Our specialist teams of staff support young people to overcome issues they may be facing in their lives.

Youth Leadership

Our young leaders contribute to the design and delivery of our work, represent Fight for Peace externally, and influence decision making at every level of our organisation.

OUR PROGRAMMES

Informed by a public health approach, our programmes are designed to meet the needs of all young people in the community, as well as focusing on those that need specific and tailored support.

COMBAT SPORTS


Training in boxing and martial arts to build strength, confidence and skills for life.

TWILIGHT


A special programme for 7-14 year olds combining combat sports, fitness and lots of fun!

PATHWAYS

Alternative education programmes for young people aged 16 and over to re-engage with learning.

EMPLOYABILITY


Support to get prepared for work and get on in the job market.

LUTADORAS


A group of young women fighting stereotypes and working together in support of personal growth.

MAN TALK


A safe space for young men to listen, learn and be heard.

MENTORING


Guidance and support for young people to build the tools to overcome issues they are dealing with.

SPECIAL PROJECT

A project for young people looking to change their paths and build positive futures for themselves.

YOUTH COUNCIL


A group of young leaders who represent Fight for Peace and help guide our strategic direction.

A CHAMPION’S STORY

Meet Eniola, Fight for Peace member, boxer and Champion of London. This feature was filmed in collaboration with the BT Supporters Club and aired on the BT Sport channel.

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