12th October 2008
PRESS RELEASE

5 Elements Martial Arts

Michael Brooks (19) from 5 Elements Martial Arts in Basildon won again on Friday night (10th of October) after winning the Amateur British Title in February. Michael fought Callum Fretwell from Featherstone Kickboxing in Yorkshire and won a unanimous decision to cement a great start to his kickboxing career.

Chris Lovell and Colin Heard’s opponents failed to turn up for the weigh in so both fighters fought an exhibition match to the delight of the audience instead.

Tony Willis, Chief Instructor of 5 Elements Martial Arts who trained all three fighters and worked in their corner for the fights said “5 Elements kickboxing competition squad goes from strength to strength and I’m really proud of all 3 fighters and Michael winning again is great news for him and the club.  Getting in the ring fighting full contact is not an easy sport and it takes a massive amount of training and courage.”

5 Elements is currently looking for sponsors to assist with the travel expenses so we can get our squad around the country. We compete all over the UK and are aiming to get at least one of the fighters in the WAKO British squad at the next trials. This is a great opportunity for the young people in and around Basildon and a chance for a sponsor to get some exposure while supporting the local community for a modest outlay.

Kickboxing is one of the martial arts taught at 5 Elements with the classes aimed at both the recreational student looking for simple fitness training and those students looking to compete at National and International level. New applicants receive 2 FREE trial lessons and a free Uniform when they join. 5 Elements teach Kickboxing, Southern Mantis Kung Fu, Eskrima and Ladies Only Kickercise in Basildon. The school has full time premises in Cranes Farm Road teaching the local community.
Tony Willis, Chief Instructor, can be contacted on admin@5-elements.co.uk or visit our website at www.5-elements.co.uk