Comunidade
Engage Communities
Engage Communities is a nonprofit registered as a Community Interest Company, committed to empowering socially excluded individuals through a wide range of activities. While our main focus is on multi-sports, we also use dance, music, fashion, and food to engage youth in positive, personal development. Our goal is to build resilience and ambition among young people, helping them lead successful lives. Our specialized Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) services in Stoke tackle discrimination, using sports to unite youth from diverse backgrounds under shared values and community commitments.
Zimbo Warriors - Morro
Zimbo Warriors is a gym based in the underprivileged community of Morro de São Paulo, Bahia. The gym provides children and teens with a chance to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in a safe and supportive space. We promote goal-setting and a healthy lifestyle among young athletes. Led by local athletes Bleidson Barbosa and Umberto Cruz, both affiliated with Checkmat, the gym has strong community ties. YŪKI Kimonos supports this initiative by donating mats, kimonos, and rashguards, helping to improve training facilities for the children and teens involved.
Projeto Social Formando Campeões (PSFC)
Projeto Social Formando Campeões (PSFC) is a transformative project based in an underprivileged neighborhood of Salvador, Bahia. This initiative seeks to better the lives of urban youth through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, instilling focus, dedication, and healthy habits. Led by Dr. Delio Lima, a local black belt and mayoral candidate, the project helps over 600 at-risk youth across Brazil. PSFC exemplifies commitment to social change in Salvador, creating opportunities for personal growth. YŪKI Kimonos proudly supports this vital initiative, helping young people gain valuable life skills through the art of jiu-jitsu.