Striking Clinic

Time to let you all in on my secret.

If you have been down to the SC recently you’ll already have some idea that something big is going on.

I have struggled with hip pain since I was a child. It’s the reason I stopped competing when I was 24, and stepped away from the sport completely when I was in my late 20’s.

I knew my days were numbered when I was told at 27 years old that the only option was to replace the hip joint and they would do it as soon I gave the nod.

My goal was to do what I could to preserve the joint, adapt my training and lifestyle to prevent any more damage and just suffer on as long as possible.

But when I was given the opportunity to work along side and to re-open the striking clinic I couldn’t say no, even though I knew this would rapidly speed up the degenerative process.

Around 10 weeks ago something happened whilst I was demonstrating a kicking technique that left the joint so damaged it is barely usable.

I managed to drag this old joint out 11 years on from when they told me I could have a new one.

Fortunately I have a great team around me, there is a whole squad of experienced fighters and coaches who are ready to run the whole show whilst I’m away.

Here’s hoping for a speedy recovery.

See you guys back on the mats real soon.

Like a well oiled machine.

But instead of oil we use anti fungal, anti viral & anti bacterial spray solution.

A through clean down even after the most exhausting of sessions

Vinyl wrap to the rescue.

If you know me you’ll know I’m always looking for ways to improve things.

I’ve got an eye for details that most people will never see.

It’s a blessing and a curse. A blessing because I’m always looking for things to improve, but a curse because I’m always looking for the next thing I don’t like.

It makes me a great coach but damn is it a pain to live with,
every time I’ve walked in the gym for 6 months I’ve looked at this pillar and thought “I’ve got to do something about that”

Finally here it is, I have some stick on vinyl left over from my cupboard project and although I hate using the stuff and there was definitely a few bad words thrown around during the process, the end result is pucker and my magnet still work.

Note to all gym owners, if you keep losing things stick magnets to them and stick them up!

Everything important in my gym is stuck on top of this post.
I can grab it all at a moments notice and stick it straight back with ease, nothing gets lost or misplaced. Even my gumshield case has a magnet on it 🤣

More gym improvements to come!

Getting the hang of things looking pretty proficient with the jumping back kick at the end of his PT yesterday. 🔥🔥🔥

Got to crack a few eggs to make an omelette 😬

When the newbies don’t look so newbie anymore.

This is what the beginners classes is all about, getting new members up to speed quick.

I remember when .georgeb couldn’t kick, now the pads aren’t enough to take the impact. 🤣

Better than the adults.

Skipoing is a great skill for any martial artist no matter the age.

It’s great for fitness and coordination.

It also helps to strengthen the feet and ankles that helps with kicks.