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.
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.
Academy News
NEWHAM YOUTH PARTNERSHIP RELAUNCH BY RACHEL HENRY
Rachel Henry is the Head of Community Partnerships at Fight for Peace, and plays an important role in mobilising our community to increase the...
BLOG: FINDING FELLOWSHIP IN THE RING BY DOUGLAS ASAMOAH
Douglas Asamoah has been volunteering at Fight for Peace for the past year as our Volunteer Lead. Here he tells us how he got involved with our...
FIGHT FOR PEACE JUNIOR SPORTS SESSIONS IN FULL SWING!
Long-time friend of Fight for Peace and former volunteer, Tom Biggart recently returned to our London Academy in North Woolwich to catch up with the...