Gloves on. Pads up. Learners from our Theodore Road provision spent time training at Bulldogs Boxing Community Activities in Port Talbot.

Bulldogs is a community charity. The team works with young people aged 7 to 18 to build self-esteem, support healthy life choices, develop positive relationships and give them a sense of belonging. 

The coaches led our learners through cardiovascular training and boxing conditioning. Learners worked on stamina, coordination and core strength and then stepped up to spar with a coach, under close supervision.

The visit links to the Health and Well-being Area of Learning and Experience in the Curriculum for Wales. Learners practised listening to instructions, taking turns and managing their energy in a new setting. Bulldogs works with local schools on life skills, fitness, communication, team building and motivation.

Diolch yn fawr to the coaches at Bulldogs for a warm welcome and a brilliant session.