Equipping children with the skills to become bully-proof
Liam Richards founded Excel after experiencing years of bullying in school from 7 years old. After the bullying made Liam feel nervous to be himself, miss out on making new friends and feel alone, he wanted to make sure no child experienced this again. Now a huge part of what we do at Excel is equip children with the skills of CONFIDENCE, SELF-DEFENCE & KINDNESS to put an end to bullying.
Life Skills
At Excel, we believe that confidence is key to being bully-proof.
Our unique and proven method helps children build confidence through our 3 secrets: VOICE, BODY, and MIND
We teach students to project their voice assertively, carry themselves with strong body language, and develop a positive, resilient mindset.
By building these skills, your child will not only learn to stand tall in the face of challenges but will also gain the self-assurance needed to navigate life with confidence and strength


Life Skills
At Excel, we empower children to become bully-proof by building both their confidence and self-defence skills.
Through our unique blend of martial arts training, your child will learn to protect themselves with practical self-defence techniques while developing the confidence to stand up tall and use their voice.
Our proven approach combines physical strength, mental resilience, and assertive body language, ensuring that your child can face any situation with courage and self-belief.
Life Skills
At Excel, kindness and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
We teach students to value teamwork, showing support and encouragement to their peers in every class.
In sparring, students learn control, practising techniques safely while respecting their training partners. Bowing to coaches and the academy is a tradition that fosters discipline and respect, reminding students to honour the space where they train and the people who guide them.
By instilling these values, we create a positive and respectful environment that helps students grow both on and off the mats.

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Excel in the community
At Excel, we are committed to making a positive impact on anti-bullying efforts in our local community.
For over 17 years, we have been working with schools across Sheffield, delivering engaging anti-bullying assemblies and workshops that empower children with the confidence and skills to stand up against bullying.
Our team also runs PE lessons offering a fun and positive outlet for students to channel their energy while learning the importance of respect and kindness.
Through these initiatives, we’re helping to create safer, more supportive environments for children both inside and outside the classroom.
Excel in the community
At Excel, we are dedicated to promoting anti-bullying awareness and safety throughout our community.
We actively collaborate with children’s groups, such as Scouts and Cubs, to deliver tailored workshops that teach self-defence, confidence-building, and the importance of respect.
Additionally, we offer ladies’ self-defence workshops, equipping women with practical skills to protect themselves while fostering empowerment and self-assurance.
By engaging with diverse community groups, we strive to create a safer, more confident society where everyone can stand up against bullying.
