Darnall Education & Sports Academy (DESA) Reviews 46

I Have worked for DESA for over 2 years , in this time we have managed to get kids in the community to take part in various sports such as : Cricket, Football , Basketball , Boxing just to name a few. We've managed to take kids from taking part in said sports to competing in them and I've also been responsible for taking them to national sporting events in conjunction with partners. All of which are experiences that most wouldn't normally get the chance to do within the community. The business has also extended to offering tutoring services , to also rewarding members with trips and experiences they're likely to remember for the future. As part of my time I've seen shy kids develop and mature into young adults through socialising at our sessions in which they have found confidence but also made new friends. Through working with local partnerships most of the sports and other services are either offered at a low cost or are free. From my experience I believe it's made a real impact in the community.

DESA provide something like no other organisation - fun activities along with expert coaching. All activities are led by really good coaches and it’s amazing to see how they connect with the participants of all ages. Recently it’s been really nice to see that the young adults that used to take part in the activities have been given training and certification to lead sessions! Amazing to have them in the community! Thanks!

We are so grateful to DESA for their incredible support in helping our childrens settle into a new environment and pursue their love for sports. Having recently moved to UK, we were unsure how to get our child involved in local activities. DESA made the process so much easier by guiding us through registration, connecting us with other families, and even provided equipment and advice on the best programs for our child’s age and skill level.Their dedication to helping newcomers is truly commendable. Thanks to their efforts, our child is now part of a football team , has made wonderful new friends, and feels much more confident .It’s been a wonderful experience for the whole family. We highly recommend DESA to other families navigating similar challenges.

Also we would like to express special thanks to one particular member Kamran brother from DESA organisation for extra effort and kindness you have been showing us since we joined DESA. Kamran has been providing help and support actively and going extra mile.

Thanks to your help, Taha is now doing good in the football team and has already made new friends. Your encouragement and advice also gave us the confidence to get more involved in the community ourselves.

Thank you once again for your kindness and support. it has made all the difference for our family. We feel so fortunate to have met someone as thoughtful and dedicated as you.

Warm regards,
Zahir Bakrawala

Fantastic experience, the staff are really enthusiastic and passionate coaches. The kids really look forward to Saturday futsal sessions. Can’t praise DESA enough.

Great service staff is friendly and supporting.I definitely recommend DESA to every1.

Events are always controlled and DESA maintain a safe environment for everyone.

Our family has been involved with this group for years and it has been great for all ages. The younger kids have loved the activities which are well organised, and it is rare because older teens have their own activities and enjoy those too. The only thing missing now is more stuff comfortable for older teen girls and it is a shame the women only activities have stopped. Highly recommended for families with kids of any age to join and make use of whatever activities and trips suit you, there is such a variety!

You guys have smashed it. Love all the sessions at EIS, you’re giving back to the community and it is definitely appreciated 🫶

Very useful activities for kids and adults alike. Hard work and huge effort in organising events. A huge thanks

They always include as many people no matter the background. DESA is an association where those who work and those who join in their whether it is one time or a couple of sessions, every one has fun and feels welcome.

DESA is a fantastic platform for the young an adults. I did go to the session they used to do at EIS for ladies only which was amazing , but all of a sudden stopped doing the ladies session very disappointing. I would request if those sessions can start again would really appreciate. Otherwise they are amazing keep it up.

Large groups of children attending activities which is great but with very few volunteers/staff, sometimes only 1. Really could do with more adults per groups there, especially with the charity money the academy gets. This allowing children to get equal attention rather than the same ones. Great for community and kids, mostly for older boys or sporting events in frequent free mixing environment which is slightly worrying for our boys.

Great service from staff friendly supporting.
I definitely recommended DESA to any parent as provides the facilities & encourage for children the thrive.
More importantly its has the staff that nature children with self belief, confidence! Keep up the great work DESA

Absolutely had a great time participating in boxing as well as participating in other sports and activities with the young youth and many more fun memories to come. Thank you DESA for your inspiring determination and hard work to eradicate the bad reputation of Darnall and spread love around the community.

Keep up the excellent work

Very helpful and work good in community

Great experience from this organisation all so friendly and helpful my son loves the sessions

DESA are a fantastic platform for our kids, my child attends the football on Saturday, boxing and the holiday activities they also do Sats and GCSE classes at a very affordable price. Kamran and the rest of the staff are soo good with the children very understanding and helpful. They welcome all communities children from different cultures, race and ethnicity. My child looks forward to the classes that he attends and has made a lot of new friends. They are doing a fantastic job putting in soo much effort and work.

I'd like to start by thanking DESA for existing, we truly were in need of such community organisation.
Thank you DESA please keep going!!!

Fantastic group helping the young kids stay busy and involved in many activities but also looking after the community, taking pride in the area. They’ve gone from strength to strength, long may it continue!