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Boxing Classes for Weight Loss

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If you’re looking to get in great shape, burn body fat, build lean muscle mass then why not try our boxing classes? They’re physically tough, burn a lot of calories and build a great level of fitness that ticks all the boxes.

And if you like the idea but need a little push or are a little daunted, read on because there’s plenty of myths holding people back from starting boxing.

So You’ve Never Trained Before?!

Neither have most of our members, our classes are suitable for all levels from beginners through to fighters.  During each and every class you’ll work on learning new techniques, improving your skills and mastering the fundamentals.

From their you’ll either hit pads with a partner or spend time on the punch bags honing your skills. And if you’re worried about sparring, don’t worry!  We strongly believe in stepping stones, learn the basics, build your confidence and (if you want) we’ll introduce you to sparring further down the line.

The “I’m not fit enough” Myth

One of the biggest mistakes anyone can make is putting off getting started until they are fitter.  The harsh reality is most people don’t get fitter and the fitness they build isn’t specific to boxing.

Sure running and other cardio will help and build a base but the intensity of hitting pads and working on punch bags is very, very different.  Come down, jump in the deep end and work at your own pace.  We’ll look after you, help you out and you will get a lot fitter, faster!

The “You Gotta Fight “Myth

Most fighters don’t start out thinking they’re going to fight.  They start boxing for fun, for fitness or because they got dragged down by a friend.  So if you want to train just for the enjoyment that’s fine with us, it’s the reason most of our members got started.

But as you get better and realize “Maybe I could fight” and decide to up your training, we have a dedicated team of trainers and fighters who are here to help.

 Just Do It

Now’s the time to take action.  If you’re reading this article, you’re interested already the only think holding you back is the next step. So go on, pick up the phone and give us a call on Crawley 01293 552 511 (or enter your name and telephone number in the box on this page) and get ready to get a sweat on.

All you need to get started is a t-shirt, shorts and a drink.

Out gym is fully equipped with boxing rings, pads and bags, kettlebells, bulgarians bags, dumbbells, barbells, medicine balls and more.  Everything you need to get in the best fighting shape of your life.

See you in the gym in Manor Royal, Crawley and open 7 days a week.

Golds and Silvers for Crawley’s BJJ Team

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Gold medalist George (centre) and Silver Medalist Josh (left) win Crawley's BJJ Team their first medals of the day

Gold medalist George (centre) and Silver Medalist Josh (left)

Crawley Martial Arts Academy’s Jiu Jitsu team were out in full force competing in London last weekend.

The team of eight grapplers, fighting for the first time this year, were travelling with high-hopes after weeks of intensive training under head-coach Keith McKenzie.

For several weeks the team had been training specifically for the competition, working on their technique while working on their strength and conditioning at the Manor Royal based gym.

With the preparation done they travelled up quietly confident and brought back 3 Gold and 3 Silver Medals to the clubs growing trophy cabinet where only last week local fighter Ruth Ashdown placed her new WBC International Muay Thai Title.

15 year olds George Kolarov and Josh Stapleton fighting in the same weight division were first on the mat and both winning with chokes.  The two later met face to face in the Teenage Final with George winning by submission and Crawley taking home their first Gold and Silver medal of the day.

Next up were the lightweights with Konrad and Ollie West taking center stage.

The biggest of the weight categories both won their first fights convincingly before losing out in the second round to tough opponents.

Johnny Blyth in the 76kg division found well losing out in the later rounds.  Entering the Absolute Division he found his second wind winning three fights back to back by submission.  Coming up against a tough, heavier opponent in the semi-finals Johnny lost by submission, taking home the Bronze Medal.  In the same Absolute Division, Crawley’s BJJ Team fighter Vasco Santos winning the Silver medal.

Heavyweight Lee taking home the Gold Medal for the Crawley Martial Arts Academy

Heavyweight Lee taking home the Gold Medal for the Crawley Martial Arts Academy

In the 88kg competition Alan Sawyer and Chris Singers met each other in the final.  Both had won their previous fights by submission.   All was tied in the up until the last few seconds before Chris made a last gasp effort to take the Gold on points.

Star of the day had to be Lee Wilderspin who in the build up to the fight had been master a new fight strategy.

The biggest fighter on the team Lee executed his fight plan to perfection.  Taking his opponents down and controlling them on the ground before submitting both his opponents with arm locks.

With the team on the up and up, and the level increasing the Crawley Martial Arts Academy has growing team of experience White Belts, Blue Belts and Purple Belts.  Led by Black Belt and 2x European Champion, Keith McKenzie, there has never been a better time to get started.

If you’d like to find out more about learning with Crawley’s BJJ Team — for fun, for fitness or for self-defence and competition — give us a call on 01293 552 511 or enter your name and email address on the box on this page.

Recently we’ve also added Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) to our weekly kids martial arts classes starting from age 11+.