This is a very inspirational post demonstrating all-round strength, agility and fitness by 17 year old, Norweigian Wonderkid, Valerie Calhoun.
In fact it’s not just impressive and motivational for women, guys will be inspired (and even envious) too!
If your interested in getting fitter, stronger and building a functional body then you’re welcome to come along and check out our fitness and personal training sessions in Crawley.
Visit our home page to find out.
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The gym isn’t for everyone.
A friend of mine recently joined a local gym in Crawley, West Sussex and said they only reminded him how unfriendly they were gyms are.
His exact words.
So what else is there? How and where else can you get fit and — at the same time — enjoy and look forward to your training?
Well — of course we’re biased — but in our humble opinion you have to find something you enjoy, something that takes the feeling that working out is a chore and somewhere friendly.
It’s probably why dance classes like Zumba have had the success they’ve had.
They’re fun and they’re social.
Our fitness classes are very different. For a start they’re martial based.
We teach Muay Thai, Western Boxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Plus with our range of Kombat Fitness classes and circuit train there is something for everyone.
Punching and kicking, pushing and pulling, squating, lunging and jumping — all of our classes offer a total bodyworkout and are perfect regardless of whether you’re looking to master a martial art, learn self-defence or simply burn a whole lotta calories and have a great time along the way.
Our classes are fun, they’re friendly and they’re social.
You’ll be pushed, encouraged and motivated and always walk away feeling a million times better than when you walked in at the beginning.
And — for the naughty ones among you — leave you guilt free for when you fancy a desert at the weekend.
If you’re looking to break free from the big, commercial gyms and after something a lot different that definitely works (we’ve helped people lose anything from several pounds to several stone), burn fat and tone up your entire body… then get in touch.
Easy to do, you can pick up the phone and call us on 01293 544 511 or enter your name and contact details in the form on this page.
See you in class!
The Crawley Fitness Team
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If you’re looking for Martial Arts Clubs in Crawley you might be surprised to know there’s a very diverse array of clubs around the area.
More than you see advertised and many more than you’ll find on a simple “Google” search.
From the Chinese Arts (Kung Fu Schools and Styles) like Wing Chun, Preying Mantis, Japanese Arts like Judo, Karate, Ju Jitsu and Ninjitsu through to the more modern combat sports and self-defence systems.
Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Western Boxing and Submission Wrestling. Arts made popular by events like the UFC and through the Mixed Martial Art (MMA arena). And there are plenty of others styles tucked away in Crawley’s school halls, at the K2 Leisure Centre and at Tilgate Huts where we were once based.
There are loads to choose from… so where do you start?
First is it for you? Or is it for your kids?
If it’s for you the biggest and most important question is why do you want to start training? Is it for fitness, to learn self-defence or master a martial art? Are you looking to complete, earn your Black Belt or — maybe — it’s just something you always wanted to do but never got ’round to?
If fitness is your primary concern then a sports based martial art should be a priority. Ideally an art with a competitive element (even if you don’t intend to compete) simply because they will push members to train hard, work up a sweat and get in great shape. Even if you don’t want to compete you’ll be training as hard as those who do and reap all the rewards without any of the pressure!
For self-defence, perhaps a traditional or simple style. Wing Chun is a practical style of Kung Fu taught in Crawley or perhaps look into one of the styles tried and tested in the ring and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) arena. Muay Thai for the punches, kicks, knees and elbows, Boxing for the hand-speed and physcial condition and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) for the grappling and ground side to things. Many self-defence experts say 90% of fights go to the ground… so the ground game should be part of your arsenal.
And if you just want an interesting hobby with a philosophical edge then a more traditional route is likely to be your best bet. Don’t necessarily count on the art for self-defence or expect extreme physical fitness but the roots of many more traditional arts are deeply embedded in Eastern religious philosophies. One of the exceptions being Muay Thai which has strong roots Buddhism with each and every fighter performing a ritual showing thanks and respect to their parents and teachers before fighting.
The first question is and always will be your child’s safety. The environment they’re in, the techniques they will be learning and — of course — the instructors teaching them.
So choosing a professionally run martial arts school with friendly gym or club that encourages parents to watch classes is paramount.
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