Proudly created in partnership with mental health charity Mind, in collaboration with Bright Star and co-designed with young people, the programme offers boxing and mentoring as a way to improve a young person’s participation in physical activity, self-confidence, self-belief, and mental wellbeing.

The 12-week programme supports 10 to 16-year-olds with mild to moderate mental health and mixes practical boxing drills with workbook activities.

"We can use boxing and mentoring to improve their mental health" 🧠

The Box to Beat It programme, in partnership with Mind, will provide a safe and effective environment for 10 to 16-year-olds who are having problems with their mental health 🙌#EnglandBoxing | @MindCharity pic.twitter.com/r1qMfWDQwP

— England Boxing (@England_Boxing) January 24, 2024

What is Box to Beat It?

Box to Beat It is a 12-week programme that uses non-contact boxing and mentoring to improve young people’s well-being. The programme has been designed together with young people and in partnership with mental health charity Mind.

Throughout the programme, young people will work through a series of activities that give them the tools to support their mental health.

Who is Box to Beat It for?

Box to Beat It is aimed at young people aged 10 – 16 years old who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems. It is also suitable as a preventative measure to educate young people on their wellbeing. Young people must be able to work in small groups.

Who are the coaches?

All coaches are England Boxing qualified coaches with DBS, safeguarding and First Aid qualifications. Additionally, coaches are Mental Health First Aid trained and experienced in supporting young people who are experiencing mental health problems.

How can I refer a young person?

Young people can be referred by a Health Practitioner, Link Worker, or Community Organisation or they can self-refer.