Refuse to Lose

Inspire a Generation

What do you think when you hear the words 'Olympic Games'?
So often they seem to be focused on comments about - how Britain will benefit in the eyes of the world, how the Games will revitalise the East of London, how they will help tourism, how magnificent the ceremonies will be and how they will stun the rest of the world. Or perhaps - the huge expense, the massive security provision and how the Games will add to our culture. All of these miss the point of the Olympic Games completely. The whole ethos of the Games is to bring together the best athletic representatives for each particular discipline from all the countries in the world to compete. The Games only happen once every four years so most athletes only get one chance in life to achieve their dream of winning Gold. Each one therefore must be totally prepared.

The athlete's qualities
To have any chance of achieving his/her Gold Medal goal the athlete must be totally dedicated, have a plan, a belief and a vision of what path to take and be disciplined. He/she must train and try to compete with the other best athletes in their chosen field, they must take advice and learn from previously successful medal holders and be able to recover from setbacks. Also be able to negotiate and sell their potential to get sponsorship and financial support during their quest for gold so they are free from money worries and can focus and enjoy the experience.

It's not only sport that these qualities apply to - they are for life in general. -The 'Refuse to Lose Event'
The song 'Refuse to Lose' inspired by this spirit of the Olympic Athlete can be sung by any number of people. The lyric is made up with words and phrases emphasising the importance of planning and having a goal and a clear vision of where and what the person wants to be and to have discipline to realise that dream. Once learned the words and the infectious melody will stay in the mind for ever and, with luck, will help each one who participates achieve their ambition.

The whole project is totally free and non-profit making.

Schools have started to register to take part in a synchronized rendition of the song Refuse to Lose - details of which are outlined on the R2L Event Page.

Stadia is the name chosen by the 2 boys and 2 girls who sing Refuse to Lose. See them and read about them on the profile page.

		Refuse to Lose I don't want to be like a TV Something that you just look at. I really want to get somewhere And be appearing on it. I know life can be hard sometimes I've found that out already But I'll just keep pushing pushing Till I get right where I'm heading. First you have to know just what you want And where you want to be. Make it clear to everyone There's no second chance you see. So work each day follow that dream It may seem hard sometimes But don't let up - keep your sights on it And that dream I'll find. Just refuse to lose Make each step(just) one goal and a moment of success. It'll feed you well and keep you strong Aim for the very best.	The path is long with many turns And sometimes I may falter. But that's OK if you know the way Rest your head on someone's shoulder. Then turn up the heat never turn it down Focus your eyes ahead Persue that dream it's what you want This is what I've learned. Just refuse to lose Make each step(just) one goal and a moment of success. It'll feed you well and keep you strong Aim for the very best. Don't make mistakes of not believing That which is in your heart Just fix your eyes on the road ahead And simply make a start Just refuse to lose Make each step(just) one goal and a moment of success. It'll feed you well and keep you strong Aim for the very best. Refuse to lose I advise myself And that keeps me going forward I won't give it up - I know what I want...... I know I'll win - I refuse to lose


		The song was recorded on the 12th of April and mixed and mastered on the 14th of April. The result is an excellent single with huge potential. This picture is a still from the official Video which was shot at The Brighton Media Centre, Brighton on Tuesday 2nd August and the choeography was arranged by Hannah Camilleri and Bethan Rhys Wiliam. The video has now been released and can be viewed from the Soundbites page.

For enquiries or more information;

email	info@refuse-to-lose.co.uk
tel	07970 639 414

This website is under ongoing construction as the project comes together so please check this site for regular updates or use the above details to contact Robin directly.

Last update 10th May 2012.