Box Champions
Box Champions is an intervention designed to empower young people aged 8 to 25 with the skills and inspiration needed to make positive changes in their lives. The programme combines non-contact boxing training with psychology-informed mentoring to create purposeful sessions designed to meet the individual needs of the young person.
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Box Champions is delivered on a one-to one basic (or small group where appropriate) by coach/mentors with background in boxing, mental health services and education. They have participated in extensive training in Trauma, ADHD awareness , Autism , Mental Health and cognitive behaviour therapy. However their greatest asset is their extensive experience of with young people
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Throughout Box Champions, young people learn evidence-based personal development principles including how the brain works to allow them to understand feelings they may be experiencing. This equips them with the skills to manage emotions, behaviours, and situations.
Our Reach
In 2023, we supported 679 pupils through delivery of Box Champions across:
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9 primary schools,
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6 secondary schools,
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2 pupil referral units,
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2 independent schools
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Fully DBS checked
coaches
Sanctus coaches are fully DBS checked, ensuring that all students are in safe hands. This is a standard procedure as the safety and welfare of students are their upmost priority.
First Aid Trained
Sanctus coaches are fully trained in first aid, meaning that they are equipped to respond to any potential medical emergencies that may arise during their coaching sessions. This is an important part of the company's commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of their students.
Experienced coaches
Sanctus coaches have years of experience in teaching and coaching boxing to students of all ages and abilities. As a result, Sanctus coaches are highly skilled professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality coaching services to schools and their students.
