Our Vision
To provide safe and inclusive spaces that create opportunities for young people to thrive and achieve their full potential. Through sports, mentoring, and personal development programs, we foster confidence, resilience, well-being, and the growth of stronger, more connected communities.
Our Mission
The Richard Riakporhe Foundation aims to break down barriers and address the inequalities that hinder the development of young people. Founded on lived experience, we leverage sport, mentoring, and personal growth as essential tools for early intervention, prevention, and empowerment.
Our approach
Our approach prioritises safeguarding, is trauma-informed, and fully inclusive. We welcome care-experienced young people, those at risk of exclusion, young people from minoritised communities, and those who are neurodivergent. Every participant is supported, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential and thrive.
12th December , 2025 12 / 12 / 2025 Friday, 12th December
In life and in boxing, there’s a moment where it’s just you. No coach. No noise. No excuses. Just your preparation vs. your pressure. That’s why boxing builds a different kind of confidence. When you’re in deep waters, tired, stressed, or unsure, that’s when you realise the only person you can depend on is yourself. And when you learn to trust your own work, you stop fearing the moment. Self dependence is a skill: • You build it in training • You test it in sparring • You prove it on fight night • You carry it into life When you learn to stay calm, stay disciplined, and stay focused under pressure, you stop drowning and start swimming. #FridayFactsIn4K #DisciplineIsLuxury #trainsmart #boxing #FightIQ #BlackPrinceTrust #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
10th December , 2025 10 / 12 / 2025 Wednesday, 10th December
Different levels, same focus🥊 #trainsmart #padwork #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #DisciplineIsLuxury #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
8th December , 2025 08 / 12 / 2025 Monday, 8th December
When you know your why, the work makes sense🎯 #trainsmart #padwork #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
5th December , 2025 05 / 12 / 2025 Friday, 5th December
Most fighters think emotions control them… but science says the opposite. They spike your heart rate, narrow your focus, and activate “fight or flight.” This chemical burst lasts about 90 seconds before it fades. If you’re still angry or scared after that? It’s no longer your body, it’s the story your mind keeps replaying. To stay sharp while your opponent unravels, use: 1️⃣ Breathing Reset Inhale 4 sec → exhale 6 sec. Lowers heart rate + cortisol. 2️⃣ Cue Word A short phrase like “Sharp” or “Calm.” Snaps your brain out of spiraling. 3️⃣ Focus Shift Look at a neutral point (corner, glove) to reset your thoughts. 4️⃣ Sparring Practice Get hit clean → don’t rush back angry. Practice the reset. Make composure automatic. 📌Sources: - TheFightDoctors - Jill Bolte Taylor, PhD: Harvard-trained neuroanatomist, “90-Second Emotional Cycle” concept - Journal of Neuroscience: Research on stress-response duration + emotional processing - American Psychological Association: Studies on emotion regulation and cognitive re-triggering #FridayFactsIn4K #trainsmart #padwork #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
3rd December , 2025 03 / 12 / 2025 Wednesday, 3rd December
Patience in practice, power in execution👣 #trainsmart #MuayThai #padwork #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
1st December , 2025 01 / 12 / 2025 Monday, 1st December
“Discipline is doing what you hate to do, but doing it like you love it”. #trainsmart #padwork #boxing #DisciplineIsLuxury #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
28th November , 2025 28 / 11 / 2025 Friday, 28th November
Breathing is one of the most underrated tools in boxing and it can literally change how you fight. Here’s why it matters: 1. More Oxygen = More Output When you breathe correctly, your muscles get the fuel they need. You last longer, fade slower, and keep your power into later rounds. 2. Sharper Reactions Calm breathing lowers your heart rate. A calmer fighter sees punches earlier and makes better decisions under pressure. 3. Cleaner, Faster Combos Sharp exhales activate your core and keep your punches snappy without wasting energy. 4. Mental Control = Ring Control Good breathing keeps your mind clear and stops panic when you’re tired, pressured, or taking shots. Quick Drills to Try: 🔥 Box breathing for 1 minute before training 🔥 Short “tsst” exhales on every punch during shadowboxing 🔥 Relax your shoulders -> tight muscles burn oxygen fast Master your breathing. Master your fight🥊💨 📌Sources: - Journal of Sports Sciences: Breathing & endurance - Frontiers in Psychology: Breathwork & focus - NSCA: Exhalation timing improves power - ACE: Breathing efficiency & core activation #FridayFactsIn4K #trainsmart #padwork #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
26th November , 2025 26 / 11 / 2025 Wednesday, 26th November
Hands, feet, elbows, knees.. the toolbox just got bigger🔥💯 #trainsmart #padwork #MuayThai #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
24th November , 2025 24 / 11 / 2025 Monday, 24th November
Small steps, real momentum🌱 #trainsmart #padwork #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
21st November , 2025 21 / 11 / 2025 Friday, 21st November
Want to punch faster, recover quicker, and stay strong? 🥊💪 Eating the right superfoods is just as important as training hard. Boxer Fuel Guide: Salmon: Omega 3s reduce inflammation, aid recovery, and support the heart Leafy greens: Iron, vitamins, and antioxidants boost energy and immunity Oats: Slow release carbs for lasting energy and steady blood sugar Berries: Antioxidants improve focus, brain function, and reaction time Quinoa & Sweet Potatoes: Clean carbs for stamina, fiber for digestion, potassium for muscles Eggs: Protein for muscle growth, repair, and hormone support Nuts: Healthy fats for energy, brain function, and satiety Eat smart. Recover faster. Perform better⚡ 📌Sources: - Mozaffarian, D. (2019). Omega-3 Fatty Acids & Cardiometabolic Health. - NHS (2023). Iron, Vitamins & Minerals for Energy and Immunity. - Slavin, J. (2013). Whole Grains and Human Health. Advances in Nutrition. - Joseph, J. et al. (2014). Berry Antioxidants and Brain Function. - ACSM (2022). Sports Nutrition for Performance. American College of Sports Medicine. #FridayFactsIn4K #trainsmart #eatsmart #padwork #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
19th November , 2025 19 / 11 / 2025 Wednesday, 19th November
Muay Thai rounds in the rotation now🦵💥 #trainsmart #muaythai #padwork #boxing #BlackPrinceTrust #SouthLondon #RiakporheFoundation #RiakporheImpact
