Clayton Amateur Boxing Club is a not-for-profit organisation run entirely by volunteers and has a long history of serving the local neighbourhoods and residents.
The club, with its open-door policy, is a safe haven for everyone in the local community. Volunteers welcome not just kids, but also adults from all walks of life, believing that the best way to assist its users is by promoting fitness, mental health, challenges, and discipline.
Since relocating, Clayton Amateur Boxing Club has provided more significant benefits to people in the local community while expanding to include and encourage more females to participate in its programs. The club now has a ladies-only group, and more girls than ever have become members. The club has invested in high-quality equipment, providing opportunities for both young people and adults with disabilities and additional needs. Additionally, the club offers a free drop-in for people over 40 once a week.
Clayton Amateur Boxing Club is deeply rooted in the community. It regularly collaborates with the local police, social services, schools, the NHS mental health services, youth workers, social workers, parents, and, more recently, the veteran community. This support network ensures that the club's impact is far-reaching and comprehensive.
One of the programmes, Empire Fighting Chance, gives young people the skills, knowledge, and inspiration they need to change how they think and behave to improve their lives. The model is intended to operate in a safe, caring, and empathetic environment where young people can receive support in a natural and enjoyable manner. This approach encourages them to attend, relax, participate in the activities, and ultimately make positive life changes. Although young people’s challenging life circumstances cannot be changed, this model equips them to cope with the difficulties and crises they will face during childhood and their transition into adulthood.
Although boxing is central to the club's activities, volunteers motivate all members through camaraderie and training.
