This September, we’re proud to spotlight Arnie Dawson as our Move With Us ‘Move Maker’, a true role model whose journey from Jaywick Sands to Youth Commonwealth champion is nothing short of inspiring.
Growing up in Jaywick Sands, a community that has faced significant challenges with deprivation and youth crime, Arnie could have easily been pulled down the wrong path. But thanks to the unwavering support of his parents and a deep-rooted passion for boxing, he stayed focused and determined. With the guidance of Gareth Bayford and the team at Seconds Out Gym, Arnie carved out an impressive amateur boxing career. Today, he stands undefeated at 7-0 in the professional ranks and proudly holds the Commonwealth Youth Lightweight Title.
But Arnie’s impact goes far beyond the ring.
He’s committed to giving back to the very community that shaped him. Whether it’s delivering sessions through the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme or leading two weekly classes on the Boxsmart programme, Arnie is using his platform to inspire and uplift the next generation.
His story is a powerful reminder that with the right support, passion, and purpose, young people can rise above their circumstances and become champions—in sport and in life.
