INSTRUCTORS
Elbow Strike
Palm Strike
Elbow Strike
Mark Poleon - Chief Instructor
Personal Statement:
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Your health directly impacts every aspect of your life, so why not invest in yourself and maximize your potential to look and feel great!
I believe that exercise should not only be effective, but enjoyable! It has a positive effect on your physical and mental well-being. So whether you want to lose weight, gain muscle and strength, increase flexibility, improve cardio fitness or stress relief, I can help!
We all set ourselves goals, but more often than not; certain things prevent us from getting where we deserve to be. But whatever your goals, I’ll be there to give expert advice, understand your needs and provide you with the necessary information, motivation and support you need to succeed.
The only risks you regret in life are the ones you never take!
Qualifications:
Chief Instructor of Martial Arts & Fitness
Sifu South Birmingham Wing Chun Kuen
Lead Instructor Defence Lab Birmingham
Kick Boxercise Instructor
Advanced Boxercise Instructor
Level 4 Personal Trainer
BCCMA Martial Arts Instructor (Wing Chun)
NuYu Fitness Master Trainer
Sports Coach UK Member
Chief Instructor T.R.U® (Tactical Responsive Unarmed) Self-Defence
British Council of Chinese Martial Arts (BCCMA) - Coach Level 2
Registered Instructor of Midlands Wing Chun Kuen
Member of Ving Tsun Athletic Association in Hong Kong
PDR - Personal Defense Readiness Instructor
First Aid and Defibrillation Certificates
Reps (Register of Exercise Professionals) Level 2, 3 & 4
Chi Gung Diploma
Tai Chi Diploma
Acupressure Diploma
Yoga Diploma
British Sign Language Diploma
Mindfulness Diploma
Introduction to Physiotherapy Diploma
Alexander Technique Diploma
Traditional Chinese Medicine Diploma
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Diploma
Full Public Liability Insurance
Professional Indemnity
DBS Checked & Approved
Specialties:
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Weight loss, body conditioning, muscle gain and martial arts/self-defence related health and fitness. Circuit and boxing training including medicine ball drills and focus pad work.
Experience:
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I’ve been involved in exercise and conditioning for over 18 years. Whether personal training or martial arts, my life has revolved around physical and mental fitness.
Likes:
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Positive people, who encourage, motivate and inspire others!
Dislikes:
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People who believe you are less capable than you are!
Sign off statement:
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He or she, who fails to plan, plans to fail!
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Laura Crouch - Instructor
Personal Statement:
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With our current lifestyle, we've got packed schedules and never seem to have time to prioritise our health and fitness.
It's time to reprioritise, put yourself first for a couple of hours a week and you'll notice the difference.
Those who exercise regularly have more energy, sleep better, feel fitter and stronger which contributes to improved mental and physical health.
I'll be here to help you ease into the change, set realistic goals and have fun in the process.
This is a judgement free space so come along and see what we can do for you. One step at a time.
Qualifications:
Instructor Defence Lab Birmingham
Defence Lab Black Belt
Instructor Fitness to Music
Diploma in Sports and Exercise Nutrition
Full Public Liability Insurance
Professional Indemnity
DBS Checked & Approved
Specialties:
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Self defence and martial arts related fitness. Exercise routines set to music. Body weight exercises (no need for weights)
Experience:
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I've been doing some fitness or sports my entire life. I have 15 years experience in ballroom dancing and conditioning including competing at Blackpool.
After a break while attending university I undertook training to join the army (knee injury prevented me from joining) and have over 7 years experience learning self defence and 3 years teaching it.
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Likes:
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People willing to try something new or different!
Dislikes:
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People who are too hard on themselves!
Sign off statement:
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You don't need to be good at something to keep doing it. You just need to enjoy doing it! !
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