Become a Friend of SOHK and help change lives for the better. We empower vulnerable adults and children so they can create a positive future, but we need your support. Please donate just £3 per month and help us change the game. Read more
School of Hard Knocks (SOHK) uses sport to tackle the tough issues surrounding unemployment, crime and health. We work with individuals to help them take responsibility and take positive steps to change their lives. Read more
A video of SOHK's founder, Ken Cowen, talking about what we deliver and how you could become a part of the SOHK family. Read more
SOHK delivers life-changing programmes across the UK. We change the lives of children and adults using rugby, boxing and strongman courses, supported by a curriculum of powerful life lessons. We work with unemployed adults to find and sustain employment; and with school children at risk of exclusion to help them reengage with education. Please help us to reach more people in need of our services by donating today. We spend at least 87% of every donation directly on frontline work.
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When we first met Ali, he was very hyperactive and badly behaved in lessons, often shouting out and being verbally aggressive towards other pupils. One day he told us his story... Read more
Read about out latest SOHK graduates from our Women's Adult Employability course, in Croydon. Hosted at Allianz, the women took to the stage to talk about what led each of them to SOHK. Read more
The changes in Connor have been astounding and show the very best that SOHK can do. Connor himself has seen how he has grown and changed... Read more
Registration is now open for Kiltwalk 2019. Join the SOHK team for Scotland's favourite fundraising event! Read more
The SOHK Jazz Night will be an evening of great food and wonderful entertainment, as well as an opportunity to hear more about the work of SOHK. Your ticket includes a 2 course meal, and a cash bar will be available for the duration of the evening. We will also be auctioning off some amazing items. Read more