A.I.M. High film project
In 2016 we worked with a group of six young adults to plan, film and produce a documentary
It tells the stories of people who have overcome barriers and become successful - some local stars; and some bigger names, including Ms Banks , Ghetts and Wretch 32
The project was a collaboration between A.I.M. High and Link Up TV
Each of the six developed skills in planning, presenting, filming, sound and editing
They also completed a personal development programme
The film premiered at the A.I.M. High community event in August 2016
Fit4Work Project
Fit4Work equips young adults with skills, qualifications and employment in the fitness industry
Partnering with DP Health & Fitness Academy, the Fit4Work project delivers high impact, intensive training programmes that include accredited fitness qualifications and personal development.
80% of programme graduates enter employment
The fitness industry has steadily grown over the last 10 years – despite the recession; there are huge opportunities for employment. Demand for personal trainers is high.
Fit4Work programmes are FREE and employment outcomes are excellent.
Case study - NIcholas
Nicholas is in his 20s. He had a passion for fitness but faced a number of barriers to getting a career the industry, including dyslexia. Having attended the first session and been confronted with the reality of the theory work involved, he tried to leave. He was persuaded to stay and did not look back. He completed both the Level 2 and 3 programmes. He was our most dedicated learner, putting extra work in and asking for help when he needed it.
Nick moved straight into employment at Pure Gym, having been spotted by a manager there during a practical session on the programme.
Nick continues to work hard, achieving top three trainer status in his gym, despite having only qualified in January 2017.
Case study - Marcus
Marcus is in his 20s. In October of 2014 he had a serious motorcycle accident, leaving him with a severed spinal cord and paralysis from the chest
down.
He attended boxing sessions at Carney’s Community, and found that it aided his rehabilitation. He then joined the first Level 2 programme.
Marcus was a committed member of the group, despite his disability, achieving the highest grade in his practical assessment.
He went on to successfully complete the Level 3 programme in December 2016. His ambition is to specialise in training people with disabilities.
Subsequent to that he spearheaded a Crowd Funding project through which he raised £414,186 for The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital to build a brand new spinal cord injury centre.
If YOU want a career in the fitness industry - contact us to find out more!
2017-2018 Projects
A.I.M. High Food Project
A.I.M. High Social Media Marketing Project
A.I.M. High Music Project
Delivered at Caius House youth club; and led by Big J. Participants developed skills and knowledge in how to get into the food game. They also prepared the food for the 2018 A.I.M. High community event in February 2018.
A.I.M. High Music Project
A.I.M. High Social Media Marketing Project
A.I.M. High Music Project
Delivered at Carney's Community Centre; and led by Malachi Fagan and Andrew Hinge. Participants learnt to make beats, write, perform and market their music. They performed at the A.IM. High event in February 2018.
A.I.M. High Social Media Marketing Project
A.I.M. High Social Media Marketing Project
A.I.M. High Social Media Marketing Project
Delivered at Carney's Community Centre; and led by Lemuel Foster. Participants developed knowledge and skills and marketing using social media They promoted and publicised A.I.M. High Projects and the community event in February 2018
'Positivitees' - t-shirt project
The T-Shirt Project was a six week project that started in June 2016.
Young people were trained to design and print t-shirts, and given basic business skills.
They printed and sold their own shirts; the shirts for the subsequent A.I.M. High events and for other community organisations.
The twins - case study
The twins - case study
Two of the participants still attend every week. The project was so successful and the twins so committed that it has developed into a social enterprise called ‘Positivitees’.
The twins - case study
The twins - case study
The twins - case study
Dante and Divante were getting into trouble and not achieving their potential. They were interested in fashion (Dante) and business (Divante). They attended the six week A.I.M. High t-shirt project.
The twins have since printed t-shirts for Carney’s Community charity as well as their own designs.
They finished school, having sat their GCSEs. The school said the T-shirt project was “their salvation”. As well as doing ‘Positivitees’, they are now in college and not in the criminal justice system.
Through Positivitees they and other young adults can earn a wage.