At School of Hard Knocks we work hard to teach our young people about the impact of words and actions on other people. part of National Anti-Bullying Week, this week in Scotland we are delivering sessions designed to encourage young people to reflect on the impact of the words and actions they direct towards others. Read more
School of Hard Knocks is running a five-week course using rugby, boxing and mentoring to help unemployed adults to improve their confidence and wellbeing, and ultimately help them gain a career within the hospitality industry. Read more
Last week we welcomed 15 women and 26 men to the School of Hard Knocks family in Wales. Read more
SOHK exists to give people back their power by delivering impactful mentoring sessions and harnessing the values of high impact sport. We often work with people in areas of high deprivation who face significant barriers to leading healthy lives and gaining employment. We address the external issues participants face that perpetuate social exclusion and provide a holistic programme with substantial support on nutrition, financial capability, help with substance abuse and mental wellbeing. Read more
On Sunday 13 October SOHK held a fantastic fundraiser for the Scotland vs Japan game at the Caledonian Brewery. Read more
We are thrilled to have won the award for Best Innovative Use of Sport in the Not a Red Card Awards. The Not A Red Card Awards celebrate organisations and individuals that have developed and implemented best practices around addressing mental health in the workplace. At School of Hard Knocks we firmly believe that creating a positive workplace culture that engenders a sense of community is absolutely vital. Read more
We are delighted to announce that the Cardiff Central Funding partners will be financing the delivery of School of Hard Knocks’ adult courses across the Capital. Through our eight-week course, the funds will help change the lives of up to 50 people, enabling them to realise their unlimited potential. Read more
SOHK broke the Guinness World Record for the longest ever match of full-contact rugby, totalling 30.5 hours and raising almost £50,000 for charity! Read more
School of Hard Knocks and Lions Academy have launched summer coaching camps for August 2019! Read more
Our upcoming adults course will be held in Blaenau Gwent and begin on 2nd July! Read more
One of our most dedicated Club Ambassadors, supporter and friend, Ross Hopcroft, has been recognised for his excellent work building a special partnership between Tabard RFC and SOHK. 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
School of Hard Knocks' 'End of Dry January' Lunch has now earned its place as a permanent fixture on the charity's calendar after an overwhelming success of the event last week, marking it as the most successful fundraiser to date. Read more
SOHK for Schools pupils at Hertswood Academy paid a visit to Harrow School on Thursday 15th November to play some rugby! Read more
With coverage from Sky News, BBC 5 live and the Daily Mail it's been a week for recognition of the great work of our women's rugby courses. Read more
From across the country, the cream of SOHK participants gathered to be recognised for their hard work and inspiring achievements. Read more
£25k up for grabs - your FREE vote can be all the difference! Vote now and help SOHK reach more unemployed adults. Read more
Amazing success story credits SOHK mentor with helping him to make it as a professional athlete. Read more
Greg and Nathan ran 3 marathons between them for SOHK this weekend. Read more
School of Hard Knocks was delighted to host coaches from the Lesotho Rugby Academy at our SOHK for Schools programmes in London this week. Read more
SOHK ambassador Andy Grant's autobiography 'You'll Never Walk' is available now for pre-order Read more
Jonny Graham raises £7K for the SOHK whilst braving the record temperatures of the London marathon. Read more
England women's rugby start Danielle 'Nolli" Waterman leads a girls session at Bacon's College Read more