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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
🥊 LEAD FROM THE FRONT 🥊
Our senior belts showing the team exactly how it’s done! 👊🔥
With grading just around the corner, it’s all about sharp technique, strong combinations and attention to detail.
Our more experienced students don't just train for themselves — they set the standard and help bring everyone else up with them.
Watch. Learn. Practise. Repeat.
Grading... we're coming for you! 🔥
🥊 SNAP’S JOURNEY CONTINUES… 🥊
Snap is a long-term student of mine, and what a journey she’s been on!
She started with one 1:2:1 session a week… then added Fun Fitness on a Thursday… and now she’s joined the Monday Academy class because she wants to grade and earn her belts — which will be SO well deserved! 🥋🔥
I honestly cannot express the determination and transformation of this formidable lady! 💪
Recently, Snap booked me for a semi-private session with two of her close friends.
Her request?
“Beast us… but make it fun!” 😂🔥
Well… I can certainly do that!!
WHAT. AN. HOUR. 🥊
These ladies gave it their ALL — and then some! There was some real natural ability shining through too, and with the right demonstrations, technical training and a little encouragement, they picked things up incredibly quickly.
There was sweat.
There was laughter.
There may have been a few regrets halfway through… 😂
But we all walked away tired but buzzing, sore but smiling and, most importantly… EMPOWERED! ❤️🥊
That’s what Empower Academy is all about.
Train hard. Have fun. Learn something new. Surprise yourself. Feel EMPOWERED.
And Snap… those belts are coming! 🥋🔥
07/08/2026
GRADING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER!
Sunday 30th August will be here before you know it!
Now is the time to start putting in the extra work. Every class, every practice session, and every repetition counts.
Remember... grading isn't about being perfect. It's about demonstrating that you've consistently worked hard to earn your next belt.
If there's a combination you're struggling with, a kick that needs refining, or you simply want to walk into grading feeling confident, why not book a 1:2:1 session with me?
These sessions are tailored specifically to you and are a great opportunity to:
🥊 Perfect your combinations
🥊 Fine-tune your technique
🥊 Build confidence
🥊 Prepare mentally for grading
🥊 Get individual feedback to help you perform at your best
The students who make the biggest improvements are often the ones who put in that little bit extra between classes.
**Don't wait until the week before grading!** Book your 1:2:1 now while spaces are available.
Send me a message to secure your session.
Practice doesn't make perfect... practice makes progress. And progress earns belts!👊🔥
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