kickboxing

hello, we are the essex blades kickboxing club


Kickboxing is a dynamic combat sport that combines the finesse of Western boxing with the intricacies of Asian martial arts. In addition to powerful punches, it incorporates a diverse range of kicking techniques and the use of knee strikes. Club training includes learning the foundations of kickboxing, more intermidate techniques, physical conditioning and the opportunity for sparring (optional yet encouraged). Our style of training blends different aspects of martial arts such as K1 kickboxing, dutch style kickboxing, Muay Thai, Karate and Taekwondo to provide you with effective, powerful (and sometimes flashy) fighting moves.

We strongly encourage anyone interested in learning kickboxing or who is looking to pick up a new sport to join since we offer training that allows newcomers to gain fighting experience quickly. No matter your experience, whether a first-timer, seasoned competitor, or just looking for a fun and unique way to stay in shape, the Essex University Kickboxing Club has a place just for you!

 

How many teams do we have?

Kickboxing is an individual sport but members have the opportunity to compete throughout the year in various competitions.

 

Recent honours?

Tahmid Chowdhury - Semi Finalist (Advanced Heavyweight) - University Kickboxing Championships 2019

Adam Wright - Semi Finalist (Intermediate Middleweight) - University Kickboxing Championships 2019

Adam Wright - Semi Finalist (Advanced Lightweight) - University Kickboxing Championships 2023

Essex Blades Gold Standard Club - 2019/20, 2021/22 

Shortlisted Social Club of the year 2022/23

 

Do I need anything else before I get involved?

The club provides boxing gloves as well as shin pads, but members are encouraged to bring their own. The club’s equipment also includes Kick shields, Thai pads, Focus pads, Skipping ropes, Free and standing bags. Members are only required to bring water and a mouthguard. Handwraps are also advised but not essential. 

Join us*


To be a part of the club, you need to join up as a member. All of the different club membership options are listed below with a description of what each membership covers.

* Please note that your membership information will be used in conjunction with Essex Sport (University), purely for the purpose of providing access to required facilities and data analysis. Your data will not be shared with anyone else or used for marketing purposes.

By purchasing a membership you are agreeing to the clubs code of conduct.

Please note, as memberships have to be uploaded to the Essex Sport system manually, it may take 3-5 working days before you are able to book onto your session via the Essex Sport app and attend training sessions. Should you have any problems, please email scadmin@essex.ac.uk    

Training times


CLUB TRAINING SESSIONS TO RESUME THE WEEK COMMENCING 2nd October 2023*
 

*Training sessions are currently provisional and could be subject to change.

club training

Tuesday | 5-6:30PM
essex sport arena

All club members welcome

 

club training

Tuesday | 6:30-8PM
essex sport arena

All club members welcome

 

club training

thursday | 5-6:30PM
essex sport arena

All club members welcome

 

club training

Thursday | 6:30-8PM
essex sport arena

All club members welcome

 

club training

saturday | 11-1PM
studio 2 (essex sport gym)

All club members welcome

 
Please note, club training times listed above are during University term-time oNLY.

 

 

Club committee


...

maya torres


PRESIDENT
...

Jamie-lee alexander 


vice-president 
...

kavi shah


Treasurer
...

Marcus Buchanan


welfare officer
...

WAYNE NGUNJIRI


SECRETARY
...

DHYANA STORY 


social media
...

TERRI-LEIGH WALLACE


SOCIAL EVENTS OFFICER 
...

CHARLES HUGHES


FUNDRAISING OFFICER
...

NICK PINTO


KIT OFFICER
...

BRANDON MONGKOHL


ALUMNI OFFICER
 

 

            

 

 

 

 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS


Key documents


risk assessment