Bendigo Fight Centre

Across 7 fighters and 8 bouts, our athletes competed in Boxing, Muay Thai, K-1 and Kickboxing, finishing the weekend with 5 wins and 2 valuable lessons and one draw.

Results are super important, but what makes us most proud is the growth, the raw character development, the professionalism displayed by every member of our team.
Each fighter represented both Bendigo Fight Centre and our community with pride, respect and determination.

A special thank you to Sean and Bett Hackett.
Your support of our fighters extends far beyond this weekend, and the time, effort and encouragement you consistently provide help and it does not go unnoticed.

Thank you also to Hamish Catto, Ryan Polglaise, Sean Hackett and Robert Hopley for stepping up and assisting with cornering duties on the Hammers match ups.

Thank you to George and Stan from
Iron Lion and Mark from Hammers for hosting fantastic events and providing opportunities for our athletes to continue developing their skills and gaining valuable experience.

Congratulations to all involved.
Back to the grind tomorrow. 👊

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Never thought I’d make a GoFundMe… but here we are.
This is about pushing limits, representing our fighters, and proving what discipline, heart, and community can achieve together.

For everyone backing us (or even doubting us) you can be part of the journey.
Donate to motivate, donate to support the cause, or donate just to see if we can really get this done… but please, if you can, contribute something.
There’s been plenty of mixed reactions and comments around this challenge, but honestly, it only fuels the fire even more.

Now it’s not just me.
My brother and fellow BFC coach, Kaleb Heffernan has decided to step up and take this challenge on alongside me.
We’re doing this for the fighters, not one part of (and I speak for Kaleb confidently here) us wants to do this, but we truly believe in our fighters and their capabilities to become world class professionals some day.
So everyone who believes in hard work and resilience, let’s make this happen! ✊

Our athletes sacrifice endlessly to chase opportunities in combat sports.
Travel, registrations, medicals, accommodation, training equipment, it all adds up.
Over the last few years our fighters have literally fought not just across Australia but across the globe- Indonesia, Thailand, Scotland and England.
In Australia, amateur fighters don’t get paid, and 99% of them get $0 in funding
still our fighters train like professionals every single day.

So we’re putting our body and mind on the line to help support the next generation coming out of Bendigo.
Every lap will hurt.
Every kilometre will test.
But quitting isn’t an option.
If you can support the cause, even $5 goes far.
We have fights across the country coming up soon.

Support Bendigo fighters & let’s take over. 👊

https://gofund.me/01524028d

4 fights and 4 wins including 2 stoppages in Boxing & Kickboxing format today. ✊

Congratulations to all of the BFC fighters for having dominating performances. 🥇🥇🥇🥇
Enjoy the weekend, back to business Monday.

Thank you to the team for making it down, there is nothing better than seeing you all support each other time and time again! 🫡

A massive thank you to our gym sponsors. 🙏
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Old Green Bean
Say Cheese Pizza
Forensic Cleaning

Thank you to K1ngdom for having BFC on their show today. 💜

Thank you to Sean Hackett for cornering duties! Massive help. 🤜

Official 2026 timetable. 👊

Bendigofightcentre.com.au to sign up and for more information.

CONFIDENCE STARTS HERE. 🌟💪
A new class has been added to our timetable!

In today’s screen driven world, helping children develop focus, discipline, and confidence has never been more important. 💯

Here BFC we believe discipline is about creating routine, structure, building resilience, and giving kids the tools they need to thrive both inside and outside the gym.

Our Juniors Boxing & Kickboxing program provides a positive and supportive environment where children can grow, learn, build friendships and challenge themselves in a healthy way.

Through training the Martial arts, your child can improve their-

✅ Strong focus and improved concentration
✅ Discipline through routine and consistency
✅ Confidence as they progress, achieve new skills
✅ Physical fitness, coordination, and a positive outlet for energy

More than just learning how to box or kickbox, our goal is to help shape confident, respectful, and resilient young individuals.

If you’re looking for an activity that builds both character and capability, this is it.

Go to Bendigofightcentre.com.au for more information or contact us on our social media platforms Facebook or Instagram. 🤜

Best feeling in the world.
These two boys have been training the house down, doing eveything thats asked, always.
Today it really showed, congratulations boys.

Big love to our amazing sponsors, and for the community for making it down to the Melbourne Pavilion.
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Thank you to the VABL, VAMAA, Michael Vuka, Geoff Chadwick, Nick Lundh and to everybody else that works so hard behind the scenes to give Victoria’s finest the best opportunities to do what we love.

Till next time. ✊

Join the fight for awareness. ✊

Bendigo Fight Centre invites members and supporters to join us on Sunday, 15 March 2026 at 10:30 AM for the SPAN Su***de Awareness Walk at Dai Gum San, Bridge St, Bendigo.
We’re honoured to partner with the Su***de Prevention and Awareness Network (SPAN) to raise awareness and honour loved ones. 💙

BFC will be presenting a non combative demonstration on the day, covering fundamental body mechanics and body weight exercises.
These accessible movements support physical and mental health
resistance and other forms of exercise are shown to help prevent and treat depression and boost mood. 🧠 💪

A 2023 University of South Australia review that analysed more than 1000 trials found that even some of the most simple activities such as walking or basic resistance training improved depression and anxiety symptoms more than being sedentary. 🚶‍♀️ 🚶

Our aim is to share these science‑backed techniques so you can incorporate them into your life to support your mental health. We look forward to walking together for healing and hope. 🙏

We look forward to walking together for healing and hope.
We hope to see you all there. ✊ 🦋