Projects
Athlete Development Programme
We are delighted to announce the Athlete Development Programme (ADP), that we began in 2025 running again this year BIGGER and BETTER.
Geez A Gi's main operational objective is to make martial arts accessible, by removing the financial constraints that many face in accessing training. In June of 2025, through the growth of the charity in previous years, we were able to move from only supplying uniforms to also providing grants in the form of our ADP.
The Board agreed to allocate £300 to the first year of this programme; which was split equally between two athletes, Lola Beynon and Anabelle Scott. Over the course of the year, the athletes attended World Championships, taking titles, and also became the youngest individual to present a Katana form at a Kobudo competition.
The goal of ADP is to develop the athlete, this may be through attendance at a competition or seminar, or through experiences such as attending events.
This year we have received generous donations and support, a notable one that has directly effected this years ADP was that from Gallagher for £1000. Because of this the Board have decided to increase the number of Athletes we will sponsor this year to three, and to award each other them £250.
If you would like to be considered for this grant, or would like to nominate someone please see below.
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
The Board is currently accepting application for the ADP, with the closing date being the 28th June 2026. Any applications submitted after this date will not be considered by the Board. The winning Athletes will be announced on the 30th June 2026, via email and thereafter on our Social Media platforms.
If you would like to nominate someone please use our online Nominations Form, our 'Contact Us' section below, or email us at [email protected]
ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE WINNERS
Winners of the 2026 Athlete Development Programme will be announced on the 30th June 2026.
PREVIOUS ADP WINNERS
2025 Winners
- Lola Beynon of P.M.A.A Llangennech in Wales
- Anabelle Scott of Kizuna Karate in Scotland
Brief T&Cs
The Athlete must be; currently training in a martial art/combat sport; a resident in the UK; and above 5 years of age. If the Athlete is under 16 years old a parent or guardian will have to agree to their involvement in the programme.
The money awarded is not to be used to purchase a Gi or equipment, as the Charity has other avenues to provide these. Geez A Gi will retain full control and oversight of the funds and how they are spent. Geez A Gi will actively promote the Athlete over the course of the year, via Board Member interaction, Social Media publication, and in-person support.
Athletes
2025 Winners
Lola Beynon - ICO World Champion
An athlete from P.M.A.A Llangennech in South Wales, headed by our own Welsh Ambassador Sam Hunt was one of two original ADP Athletes. Promo video can be viewed here.
During the year Lola attended and won;
Diabetes UK Competition Cardiff - 4x Gold Medals and 1x Bronze, along with gaining a Welsh Title at the Diabetes UK Competition in Cardiff.
The Points Fighter Challenge 2025 - 1x Bronze F-35kg Points and 3x Silver in F35-40kg Points, F-40kg Hands Only, and F-35kg Light Continuous
Bronze Sports Ambassador - selected for her leadership potential and interest in promoting sport and physical activity within her school and community. This is a programme sponsored by Sports Wales and Youth Sport Trust.
The Welsh Open 2025 (Kickboxing) - Joint 3rd overall competitor, winning 2x Gold and 1x Silver Medals.
The ICO World Championships 2025 - Gold Medal (World Champion Title) Female (10-12yrs) 30.1-35kg Points Fighting, Gold Medal (World Champion Title) Female (10-12yrs) Team Point Fighting, Silver medal Female (10-12yrs) -35kg Just Blitz (hands only).
(Other Members in the team were Kaitlin Gourlay and Madison Thomas)
WUMA National Championships 2025 - Gold Medal (National Champion Title) Female (0-15yrs) -145.0cm Continuous Fighting, Gold Medal (National Champion Title) Female (0-15yrs) -145.0cm Points Advanced, Gold Medal (National Champion Title) Female (0-15yrs) -145.0cm Continous Advanced, Bronze Medal Female (0-15yrs) -155.0cm Points Advanced.
WUMA World Championships 2026 - Gold Medal (World Champion Title) Female (0-14yrs) -15.0cm Points Advanced, Silver Medal Female (0-14yrs) -150.0cm Continuous Advanced.
Anabelle Scott
Our second of the original Athletes in the first ADP, is from Kizuna Scotland; where she is coached by Nicola Nixon. Promo video can be viewed here .
During the year Anabelle attended and won;
11th Kanzen Cup International - 1x Silver and 1x Bronze Medal for Kumite, and a Silver Medal for Kobudo after picking up a Katana for the first time nine weeks prior to the competition. It is also of note that Anabelle is the only Junior to have entered with Katana as her weapon, which surprised and impressed the judges.
TKA Scottish Championships - Silver Medal for Team Kumite, Bronze Medal for Individual Kumite
Kizuna Karate Scotland - Recognised as Sempi within the Organisation, becoming one of the youngest in Scotland.
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