ABOUT US

ABOUT AMAYDA

Why Choose AMAYDA?

We provide the highest quality of mentoring to the youth of today, to help empower and guide them to have the confidence to be the very best they can be.

We hold the belief that instead of punishing those engaging in bullying behaviour, we choose to put our focus in to empowering all kids through building confidence. Bullying can happen to anyone at any stage of life and unfortunately you will find it in all areas of life. The key to dealing with a problem is where you put your focus.

The AMAYDA Bullying Prevention Programs focus on teaching all children Self-Discipline, Respect and Integrity and those children experiencing bullying Confidence, Resilience and Courage – with amazing results.

AMAYDA Code of Conduct

Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every human being. Within the context of the activity, treat everyone equally regardless of sex, ethnic origin or religion.
Ensure the students time spent with you is a positive experience. All students are deserving of equal attention and opportunities.
Treat each student as an individual. Respect the talent, developmental stage and goals of each individual student. Help students reach their full potential.
Be fair, considerate and honest with students.
Be professional in and accept responsibility for your actions. Language, manner, punctuality, preparation and presentation should display high standards. Display control, respect, dignity and professionalism to all involved with the community, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators. Encourage your students to demonstrate the same qualities.

OUR TEAM

Glenn Rushton

Program Director and Co Owner

Frank Mechler

Founder and CEO

Brett Welland

National Sales Manager

Sam Banney

Training & Mentor Manager

OUR AMBASSADORS

ALL HAVE A STRONG AND FOCUSED PASSION FOR MAKING A CULTURE CHANGE SURROUNDING THE ISSUE OF BULLYING

National Ambassador Against Bullying in Schools

Jeff “The Hornet” Horn

Jeff is the former WBO World Welterweight Boxing Champion, who defeated 11 times World Champion Manny Pacquiao at Suncorp Stadium in front of more than 51,000 spectators on July 2nd 2017 in the biggest fight in Australian boxing history. Jeff has won numerous awards, including the Don Award, Qld Sports Star of the Year Award, and the GQ Sportsman of the Year Award. Jeff was also a quarter finalist at the 2012 London Olympics and is the author (with Grantlee Kieza) of The Hornet, a biography of his life. Jeff also holds a Bachelor of Education degree from Griffith University.

WATCH JEFF'S STORY

WBC World Champion Anti Bullying Ambassador

Charlie Hall

WBC World Champion Anti Bullying Ambassador Charlie “CTH” Hall here… Everyone knows I am leading the fight against bullying… the reality is to change the world I need to partner with powerful people.
In Australia AMAYDA Bullying Prevention Programs is leading the way by pairing highly trained Boxing and Martial Arts Mentors with school students to teach them how to handle bullying situations.

I am proudly now back in Australia and will be helping the AMAYDA team as an Ambassador and spokesperson helping to spread the message that if you ‘Empower Them All… The Bully Will Fall’.

WATCH CHARLIE'S STORY

Our Mentors

OUR TEAM OF MENTORS ARE EXPERIENCED AND MOTIVATED TO MAKE GENUINE AND LASTING CHANGE TO THE CULTURE OF BULLYING IN OUR COMMUNITIES

All of our mentors have first hand experiences with the devastating effects that bullying can have on a child’s life. Our mentors were lucky enough to be part of a culture to empower them to become wonderful all rounded individuals.

The most qualified instructors trained, vetted and accredited by the AMAYDA selection committee will unite under one banner to work together. Sharing the core values and skills of martial arts to empower kids from all over Australia to overcome bullying.

They assist the school network and raise the profile of the anti bullying message, as a most valuable tool to help with this enormous problem.

Now they are all giving back and helping AMAYDA to bully-proof the nation!

Companies Working With Us

AMAYDA is always looking for partners to help us raise money for schools to help children participate in our programs. The opportunity has extensive marketing opportunities for local businesses looking to give back to the community.