Romford Community Boxing Club - empowering young people

The below is taken from a press release by Romford Community Boxing Club, issued to the press on October 20th

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Romford Community Boxing Club (RCBC) celebrated the end of its term with a special event, welcoming The Mayor of Havering, Councillor Sue Ospreay, and Councillor David Taylor from St. Edward’s Ward. Parents, volunteers, and local business supporters also attended to recognise the achievements of young members.

Guests enjoyed demonstrations of non contact boxing drills and presentations from children, many of whom spoke publicly for the first time, showcasing the confidence and life skills developed through the club’s supportive environment.

A Club for Local Young People

RCBC is a grassroots, parent-led community organisation created by local parents for local children, offering a safe, inclusive space for both boys and girls to build confidence, discipline, and respect. The club combines physical fitness with mental wellbeing, helping children aged 7 to 12 develop resilience, focus, and positive life habits.

Mission, Vision, and Values

The club’s mission is to help young people stay active, build confidence, and make positive choices. Its vision is to be a safe, welcoming, and friendly environment where children grow in both boxing and character. RCBC’s values — Respect, Inclusion, Confidence, Health & Safety, and Community — are summed up in the club’s motto:

“Don’t think you can – know you can!”

Promoting Equality and Tackling VAWG

RCBC is committed to promoting equality, respect, and positive relationships among young people. The club actively supports efforts to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG) by fostering a culture of empathy, respect, and understanding. Through its sessions, RCBC encourages girls to build confidence and leadership skills while helping boys develop empathy, respect, and emotional awareness.

Continuing the Legacy of Women in Boxing

RCBC celebrates the legacy of Jane Couch, the first licensed female professional boxer in the UK, who broke barriers and paved the way for women to participate in the sport. We aim to continue this legacy by inspiring the girls who attend our club, helping them develop confidence, resilience, and ambition both in boxing and in life.

Investing in Young People

Lead coach Sid, GB Boxing-trained and a BA (Hons) qualified youth worker, said:

“RCBC is about investing in young people. They don’t grow in isolation; they grow in communities. When we invest in them, we help create a generation of confident, compassionate young people who give back to their community. Boxing is the tool, but what we really build is focus, respect, and self-belief.”

New Female-Only BhangraBox Sessions Starting November

RCBC is launching BhangraBox, a female-only class for adult women, starting November (term time only). The session takes place Wednesdays from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm and combines Bhangra moves with boxing, delivered by a female boxercise tutor, providing a supportive, fun, and empowering environment.

Support from Local Leaders

During the event, Councillor David Taylor spoke about why sport matters for young people, highlighting its role in keeping them active, engaged, and connected. The Mayor of Havering, Councillor Sue Ospreay, emphasised how sport can empower young people — especially girls — to build confidence, resilience, and self-belief.

Follow RCBC

For updates on sessions and future opportunities, follow @RomfordCommunityBoxingClub on Instagram.