The driving force behind the Pedro Youth Club is none other than former European Super-Middleweight Champion, James Cook MBE.  It is due to his absolute determination to reach out to the youth of the Hackney area and instil a sense of respect in the young people on the streets.

The boxing club was always going to be inevitable at the Pedro and, now that it is here, James is the man to make it a success. 

Secretary, Pat Sands says "We've refurbished the gym at a cost of £10,000, all of which was raised by voluntary contributions and, in James Cook, we've got someone at the help who knows what it takes to be a Champion."

Founder James Cook [left] with Myself [right]

A future champion works the pads

"I Think people have just got a natural talent to do things" (James Cook MBE)

James is backed by a strong team at the Pedro ABC, including Ian Napa, Derek Williams, Julius Francis and Sylvester Mittee.

James Cook [center] with Derek Williams [left] and Julius Francis [right]

Donations to help the club keep going are always welcome - Cheques to be made payable to 'The Pedro Club' and send to: Sweet Touch Publishing Company, Studio 221, 61 Victoria Road, Surbiton, Surrey  KT6 4JX.  If you wish to make enquiries about the club training nights/times etc., please contact me through this website.  Thank you.