Who we are, and why.
LMA Academy exists to give the young people of Leicester a safe place to grow — a positive alternative to the streets, and a community that supports their mental and physical well-being.
Who's actually running this.
Qualified coaches and youth workers, not volunteers winging it.
Dr. Faizal Patel
Research scientist with a doctoral degree in medical sciences. Over 10 years working with youth in the community, with international experience in interfaith work.
Yaseen Seedat
Diploma in Health & Social Care. Long-standing commitment to community development and humanitarian aid work.
Arafath Ahmed
Criminology graduate with qualifications in kickboxing and boxing. Also a personal exercise, health and nutrition advisor, and a drug and alcohol worker.
Aamir Ibrahim
Level 3 qualified youth worker with a track record in the local community and humanitarian aid work.
Sohel
Full-time data analyst with a passion for MMA. Experienced in boxing, wrestling and grappling; blue belt in BJJ Gi.
Shabbir
Teaches at a local secondary school and coaches grappling outside the classroom. Brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.