The goal of Z's Defence Academy is to make a difference in the community, so we work with a variety of charities, organizations and projects
Tauheedul Islam Girls High School
Chai Centre NHS
Location: Burnley
Participants: 12
Timeframe: 4 weeks
Date: 17th October
Tauheedul Islam Girls High School
Location: Blackburn
Participants: 25
Timeframe: Workshop
Date: 12th October 22
Carers service
Inspira for Life
Aspire 2 Inspire
Youth Action
Humraaz support services & Lancashire Police
Blackburn College
Location: Blackburn
Participants: 05
Timeframe: 3 Sessions
PT Ressa Gym
Location: Nelson
Participants: 21
Timeframe: 6 weeks
Date: 22nd March 22
Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service
Location: Blackburn
Participants: 08
Timeframe: 4 weeks
Bolton Muslim Girls School
Location: Bolton
Participants: 22
Timeframe: 3 months
Date: 11th March 22
Islamiyah Girls School
Location: Blackburn
Participants: 80
Time frame: Taster Session
Date: 2nd March 2022
Light of Islam Academy
Location: Bolton
Participants: 13
Timeframe: 2 day workshop
Date: 18th February 2022
Humraaz Support Services
Location: Blackburn
Participants: 5
Timeframe: 4 weeks
Date: 15th February 2022
PWR Box & Women’s Voice
Location: Blackburn
Participants: 9
Timeframe: 6 Weeks
Date: 4th February 2022
Bolton Muslim Girls School
Location: Bolton (group 2)
Participants: 6
Timeframe: 6 weeks
Date: 26th January 2022
Bolton Muslim Girls School
Location: Bolton
Participants: 22
Timeframe: 6 week
Date: 21st January 2022
Fishwick Rangers Club & UCLAN University
Location:Preston
Participants: 10
Timeframe: 8 Week
Date: 17th January 2022
BAME Project
Location: Bury
Participants: 13
Timeframe: 6-week
Date: 21st December 2022
Imrana contacted us through facebook to deliver a 6 week self defence
course. She wanted to help women who have been involved in domestic abuse and the most
vulnerable. We had great success which resulted to secure more funding and we are booked
to deliver 3 more courses throughout 2022. their physical wellbeing.
Oldham Group 2021
Outta School have requested to deliver a 4 hour workshop for the ladies in
Oldham. The ladies don’t participate in much physical martial arts because of religious
beliefs. However, they were delighted as we have a female instructor. They were very
pleased with the outcome and supported two deaf ladies.
Private Group April 2021
A group of young home school mothers approached us to deliver
a 4 week self defence course for their daughters. They wanted the girls to learn a life-time
skill and participate in a physical activity to improve their physical wellbeing.
Community Cv’s March 2021
We delivered a 4 hour workshop to the staff who work and
volunteer at the center. They wanted the staff to gain confidence when walking alone at
night and boost their confidence.
St Stephens School – January 2020
We conducted a self defence workshop at St Stephens School for the ladies which went very well. We teamed up with an organisation called Face who offer different services to the public.
Bangor Street Community Centre– January 2020
We have conducted of first 2020 project at Bangor Street Community Centre with One Voice. They aspire to create an inclusive, cohesive and vibrant community in Blackburn with Darwen
Witton Park Arena – 8th Dec 2019
We completed a 4-hour Self-Defence Workshop which was very successful. The girls had gained a lot of confidence and learn life skills
Blackburn Leisure Centre – 1st Dec 2019
We completed a 4-hour Self-Defence Workshop which was very successful. The girls had gained a lot of confidence and learn life skills.
Olive School Blackburn – 11th Nov 2019
A great 2-hour Self-Defence session at Olive school teaching the younger scouts how to defend. They were very excited to get involved in a full-on fitness session and were sure they would have burnt some calories
Blackburn & Darwen Council – 3rd October 2019
We offered a free taster session at the local council for their inclusion week. They had different fun and creative activities for their staff to get involved in. This was a great opportunity to teach women form various different backgrounds
Humraaz – 7th Oct 2019
We successfully completed a second 4-week self-defence course with an organisation called Humraaz. They help women who have been affected by domestic abuse. They support women to move from crisis to safety and independence
Jinnah Centre – 17th Sept 19
We successfully completed a 8-week Self-Defence with the teenagers within Burnley area. All girls really enjoyed learning how to defend themselves and built their confidence
Pendle Community High School & college – 16th Sept 2019
We had the opportunity to network with many other organisations, talking about different charities and how we can help each other grow. Many students got involved in talking about their carer progression and what they need to do to complete their aims
Darwen Vale High School – 9th Sept 2019
We presented as session at Darwen vale high school as they are looking for different business/organisations to get involved. They want students to get creative with business ideas and receive support from different businesses. We delivered a presentation on how Z’s Defence Academy was developed and advised on business planning
Taheedul Islam Girls High School– 3rd Sept 2019
A great session at TIGHS school given a presentation on confidence building and importance of Self-Defence. The students and staff were very impressed on Zee’s level of experience/qualification in Mixed Martial Arts.
Blackburn CVS – 12th July 2019
We completed a 1-day workshop with community CVS who offer support and resource to different community projects
Little Harwood Community Centre – 20th June 2019
We conducted a taster session at Blackburn Hospital (NHS) in their inclusion week. They had all different activities to promote health and wellbeing for the staff. This was a great success as being part of such a large organisation and showing how inclusive we are
Accrington Road Community Centre – 5th July 2019
We conducted a 4-week self-defence course at Accrington road community centre. We had a mixture of ages within the group and ladies were very keen to learn
NHS – Blackburn Hospital – 1st May 2019
We conducted a taster session at Blackburn Hospital (NHS) in their inclusion week. They had all different activities to promote health and wellbeing for the staff. This was a great success as being part of such a large organisation and showing how inclusive we are
Humraaz – 1st April 2019
We have conducted a 4-week self-defence course with an organisation called Humraaz. They help women who have been affected by domestic abuse. They support women to move from crisis to safety and independence.
Darus-Salam Education Centre – 28th April 2019
We conducted a 6 weeks Teens self-defence course at Darussalam Education centre. The centre is not only a Mosque but also a Community centre to bring the community together.
DEC aims to be “a service to the community in accordance to the teachings and strict adherence to the Quran and authentic Sunnah”
