Empowering the new generation for a brighter future.
Welcome to Leopard Boxing Academy
Leopard Boxing Academy is more than just a gym — it’s a movement of hope, discipline, and opportunity for the youth of Lagos, Nigeria.
Founded by Coach Makelele, our academy is a safe space where young boys and girls — including orphans and street children — discover their strength, purpose, and potential through the power of boxing. We use sport not only to build champions in the ring, but also to shape character, teach discipline, and inspire a better future.
Every punch thrown is a step toward a dream. Every drop of sweat is a reminder that greatness lives within. At Leopard Boxing Academy, we don’t just train fighters — we uplift lives.
Join us in empowering the next generation!
Materials for Learning in Sport and Life
At Leopard Boxing Academy, sport is just the beginning. We believe that true empowerment comes from both physical training and mental growth. That’s why we plan to integrate educational support into our programs, providing learning materials and resources that help our youth develop essential life skills beyond the boxing ring.
From books and writing supplies to workshops on discipline, teamwork, leadership, and health education, we aim to equip our students with the tools they need to succeed in all areas of life. For many of our members — especially orphans and underserved youth — these materials offer access to learning opportunities they might not otherwise have.
By combining sport with education, we create can create a balanced foundation that prepares young people not just to fight in the ring, but to face life with confidence, purpose, and knowledge. Every donation and partnership helps us expand access to these vital resources, ensuring that the next generation grows stronger in both body and mind.
Continued Efforts for Support
At Leopard Boxing Academy, our mission doesn’t end in the ring — it continues through every effort to uplift, educate, and empower our youth and community. Ongoing support allows us to grow beyond training sessions, expanding our reach with new programs, better facilities, and deeper community engagement. With continued investment, we can provide consistent mentorship, create job opportunities, and build a sustainable environment where young people not only learn to box, but also to lead, dream, and thrive. Through boxing, we’re building a movement — one that drives real change, fuels local development, and strengthens the future of Lagos, one young life at a time.
Support for Communities
Lasting change often begins with small acts of support — and when directed toward the right cause, that support can ripple outward to transform entire communities. At Leopard Boxing Academy, we go beyond physical training by offering mentorship, emotional guidance, and essential life skills that empower young people to build confidence, resilience, and a clear sense of purpose.
Through community-driven fundraising efforts, we’re able to extend the reach of our program to more youth facing hardship, including orphans and children living on the streets. By investing in their growth and stability, we’re not just changing individual lives — we’re strengthening families, inspiring neighborhoods, and helping to build a safer, more connected, and empowered Lagos. Every contribution helps grow a network of support that fuels long-term development and real community transformation.
“I started Leopard Boxing Academy because I’m passionate about discovering raw talent and using that gift to give back to my community. For me, it’s not just about building fighters — it’s about shaping futures and creating a space where young people feel seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.”
— Coach Makelele, Lagos, Nigeria
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
leopardboxing@gmail.com
Phone
+234 8061918630