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~ Instructor Tara Ruff: 1st Dan Blackbelt in the Martial Art kickboxing
~ Kickboxing and self safety training/coaching
~ Group training sessions
~ One-on-one tutoring
~ All levels of fitness + experience welcome

Well, that was a busy long weekend! πŸ˜… Not quite sure where it's gone, but here we are, Tuesday morning and ready to get ...
26/10/2026

Well, that was a busy long weekend! πŸ˜… Not quite sure where it's gone, but here we are, Tuesday morning and ready to get stuck into another day! πŸ’ͺπŸ₯Š

I've got 4 one-to-one sessions today, all helping people with different things. Whether that's getting fitter, building confidence, improving coordination or just having someone there to keep them on track.

And that's what I love about what I do. Everyone's different, everyone's got their own goals, and we just work at their pace.

And the best bit? I'm right here in Gulf Harbour, so if you're local and have been thinking about doing something for yourself, you don't have to travel far!

Whether you're wanting to get a bit fitter, feel more confident or just need that little push to get started, drop me a message and let's see what we can do! 😊

LOCAL LADIES – THIS ONE'S FOR YOU!Following the recent incidents in our community, I'm putting my community safety exper...
24/10/2026

LOCAL LADIES – THIS ONE'S FOR YOU!

Following the recent incidents in our community, I'm putting my community safety expertise and self-defence skills to good use!

I'm holding a small, affordable Women's Personal Safety & Self-Defence Workshop right here in Gulf Harbour.

In just two hours, we'll explore how to:

- Spot warning signs and avoid potentially dangerous situations
- Carry yourself with confidence
- Set boundaries and use your voice assertively
- Practise straightforward self-defence and escape techniques

Prevention is always better than confrontation!

Saturday 31 October | 10am–12pm
Gulf Harbour | Ages 16+
Only $25 per person

JUST 6 PLACES AVAILABLE!

You don't need any previous experience. Come along, pick up some useful skills, boost your confidence and enjoy yourself along the way!

READY TO BOOK?

Simply send me a private message with your name and the number of places you'd like. I'll check availability and send through the payment information.

BOOKINGS CLOSE THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER AT 6PM – UNLESS ALL 6 PLACES FILL BEFORE THEN!

STRONGER. SAFER. MORE CONFIDENT. πŸ’ͺ

22/10/2026

πŸ₯Š LABOUR DAY REMINDER! πŸ‘Š

Hey team! Just a quick reminder that ALL classes are running as normal this Monday, even though it's Labour Day!

Hope you're all enjoy the long weekend! β˜€οΈ

Grading is getting closer, so let's keep the training going! πŸ’ͺ

See you all Monday! 😊

20/10/2026

ONE STEP AT A TIME! πŸ‘£πŸ’ͺ

Some hills are steeper than others... and some are just bloody hard! πŸ˜‚

But you keep going. One step at a time.

To my Empower Academy studentsπŸ₯ŠπŸ–€

It's not about being the best. It's about showing up, putting in the work and not giving up when it gets tough.

Consistency is KEY. Progress is EARNED. Black Belts ARE EARNED!

Keep climbing. You've got this! πŸ‘ŠπŸ”₯

πŸ”₯ AFTER THE SCHOOL RUN… GET IT DUN! πŸ”₯New daytime semi-private fitness sessions starting Monday 12th October at Empower A...
05/10/2026

πŸ”₯ AFTER THE SCHOOL RUN… GET IT DUN! πŸ”₯

New daytime semi-private fitness sessions starting Monday 12th October at Empower Academy.

Nice and local in Gulf Harbour β€” no commute, no big gym, no wasting half your day getting there and back.

Drop the kids off, get yourself in, get a cracking 45-minute workout DUN, then get on with your day feeling pretty damn good. πŸ’ͺ

πŸ’ͺ Fitness, strength & conditioning
πŸ₯Š Maybe a bit of pad work too πŸ˜‰
πŸ‘Š Maximum 4 people
⏱️ 45 minutes
πŸ’° $30 per person
πŸ“ Gulf Harbour

Perfect for WFH parents, homestay mums, or anyone with a bit of daytime flexibility.

Small group. Proper workout. Loads of individual attention.

Spaces are VERY limited β€” because that’s the whole point!

πŸ“© Message me to grab a spot.

Get in. Get it DUN. Get on with your day. πŸ”₯

01/10/2026
πŸ‘Š Leading by example!Coach Jonny Sir smashing out the Deadly Dozen and putting in the extra work as he builds towards hi...
28/09/2026

πŸ‘Š Leading by example!

Coach Jonny Sir smashing out the Deadly Dozen and putting in the extra work as he builds towards his Black Belt. πŸ₯‹πŸ”₯

I bloody love seeing this. I've watched how hard he's worked, how much he's grown and how committed he is to getting there.

Couldn't be prouder of you, Sir. β€οΈπŸ–€

Keep pushing β€” that Black Belt is getting closer! πŸ‘Š

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