Combat Athletics Academy is committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and well-being of all participants, particularly children, young people, and adults at risk.

 

We believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and that all members, staff, volunteers, and parents have a role to play in creating a safe and inclusive environment.

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Our Commitment to Safeguarding

 

We adhere to national safeguarding guidelines and follow the best practices set out by recognised governing bodies. This includes:

*Maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all students.

*Ensuring all instructors and volunteers working with children or vulnerable adults have an enhanced DBS check.

*Providing safeguarding training to all relevant staff and volunteers.

*Implementing clear policies for child protection, anti-bullying, and appropriate behaviour.

*Encouraging a culture where concerns can be raised and addressed promptly.

 

Reporting Concerns

 

If you have any safeguarding concerns about the well-being of a student, you should report them immediately.

Our designated safeguarding lead (DSL) is:

Designated Safeguarding Lead: Sam Gilbert

Contact Email: Combat-athletics@hotmail.com

 

If your concern is urgent and involves immediate danger, please contact emergency services on 999.

 

Escalation of Concerns

 

If you believe a safeguarding issue has not been properly addressed within the club or feel that your concern is not being taken seriously, you may escalate it to BMABA's Safeguarding Team:

BMABA Safeguarding Team

Phone: 01798 306546

Email: safeguarding@bmaba.org.uk

 

Our Full Safeguarding Policy

 

This safeguarding statement provides a summary of our commitment, but full details on our safeguarding policies and procedures can be found in our Club Safeguarding Policy.

Please request a copy from Combat-athletics@hotmail.com if you require further information.

 

Last Updated: 17/01/2026

 

 

BMABA STATEMENT

 

We are a registered member of BMABA CIC, who act as our Safeguarding Governing Body. BMABA can be contacted independently for any safeguarding concerns at safeguarding@bmaba.org.uk or via 01798 306546.