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Two tournaments, several gradings, a challenge that made everyone walk like John Wayne and a new apprentice...

It is important that the kata fits the music, as well as the music fitting the kata, with suitable high and low points to give you triggers in your movement....

The 11 Rules of EKA - Our code of conduct and why respect, leading by example, grading and mindfulness are really important to our ethos as a club. ...

The beautiful setting of the Peak District was the home of the Revolution High Peak Championships on 08 September in the Chapel Leisure Centre. ...

​After a very eventful August and the summer holidays now behind us it may seem like things are going to start winding down...

Summer holidays, baking heat, beer gardens and barbeques.  Training and leading a healthy lifestyle around this time can be difficult however...

Read about Jude's journey into K1 fighting from his parent's perspective - and what's next ...

The George H Carnell sports centre in Manchester was the venue for the World Karate and Kickboxing Council (WKC) Open European Championships - 14 July 2019....

Feeling wobbly in your martial arts journey? Have a read of this blog, written by resident blue belt Paul on how he overcame his worry and injury....

​Officially summertime now meaning hot sweaty sessions at Elemental Fitness and the Elemental Kickboxing Academy...

NB The movies on this list are going to be a mixture of certifications with all sorts of lovely content and juices in them....

​It is not often we have many Black Belt Gradings at EKA. However...

Of all of the techniques you will learn over your journey within martial arts, some will be complicated, some will look flashy......

​It’s lovely and warm now, which means the gym is going to be very toasty indeed...

To continue along a theme is always good to grow a further understanding. I am continuing from a previous blog ‘Kumite1’. This time talking about tips & tricks....

As we leave the cold behind us and enter a new season, ‘spring’ into action with Elemental Fitness and the EKA (see what we did there?) ...

The books I have given below, are ones that I have read an consider useful in some aspect. ...

Nearly there now. March is the time of year we see the little glimpse of spring and hope of a lovely summer to come...

For all fighters due to go to an upcoming tournament - read on! This blog is for you. Not sure what to eat before a fight? Read this....

Its easy to forget how old martial arts are, as a form of self-defence and sport. Some, such as Karate or Muay Thai, are over a thousand years old! ...

How many have stuck to their New Year's resolution?...

A huge well done to all fighters involved - you brought home a smashing amount of medals 💪💪💪...

2019 is here. Which means a new year and a new you, yeah?...

Sparring, the word the strikes fear into many a heart, but I am here to sell to you the benefits, so hear me out....

The newest children's sessions of the EKA under 3rd Black belt instructor, Sam Millne-Ellison & 1st Dan Black belt, Ryan Butler...

IT’S CHRIIIISTMAAAS!! Now that’s out of the way lets get to what really matters around this time of year ...

Hello and thanks for the warm welcome from everyone at the EKA, I’m Sam! The newest member of the instructing team!...

November, the time of year people wind down before the Xmas frenzy...

A good kata should be defensive as much as it is offensive. It should be about balance, eb and flow, black and white. ...

Freestyle Karate/Kickboxing Instructor - Position available - Elemental Fitness Ltd - Part Time...

Summertime – for some it’s about going on long holidays in a far way place where the sand is white, and the ocean's are clear...

The study of martial arts affects us emotionally, functionally & logically. It gives us a healthy output for aggression. It can teach to stay poised and calm. ...

Notice anything different? Yes this is the new format of the Elemental Fitness and Elemental Kickboxing Newsletter...

As martial artists we learn that aggression is a clumsy tool of thug and the caveman, and that a confident persona can just be masking a weakness in the bully....

The black belt is a badge of honour which you should wear with pride, keep safe on a shelf, but not allow to gather dust......

the doors of Elemental Kickboxing/Karate Academy (EKA) are always open to those who wish to chase one of these goals or to experience a new venture......

The moment has finally arrived! Can you believe it's been over 4 years for our 1st dans, and 8 years for our 2nd dan since you all started...

Elemental Fitness Ltd is changing membership and training prices. See enclosed a detailed explanation of why and when it's happening...

I don’t belong here, I’m not good enough, I’ve got nothing to offer, I don’t want to fail. Sound familiar?...

I have recently become a part of the Elemental Fitness and Kickboxing Team as a martial arts instructor and personal trainer. ...

Nathan started kickboxing when he was 15 as he wanted to be able to protect himself and feel confident. Read on to find out how it's benefited him!...

If my memory serves me correct, my first taste of Elemental Kickboxing was a rainy Tuesday night ...

Throwback to when James got his first-degree black belt, read his story below to see how far he has come...

Did you know that skipping is one of the best calorie burning exercises ever?...

In this blog, I’ve been asked to write about a kickboxer’s diet. Of course! I said. It will definitely be of interest to you guys. But it got me thinking...

As a personal trainer, I have encountered many people who want to have that quick easy step towards fat loss....

Introducing Kerry’s Chocolate Orange Super Smoothie. Your new favourite fast food fix just got better....

Congratulations to Nathan, Dale, Kris, Keith & Tobiasz...

Everybody manages to get to the gym or their fitness classes most weeks but what people find hard to do is preparing their food to refuel their body...

So you’ve heard about my Tropical smoothie, but have your heard about my Peach Punch smoothie? If you like a little more punch to your flavours...

 Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1645) once wrote:  “The true science of martial arts means practicing them in such a way that they will be...

What makes them super? Straight answer, I made them! The real answer, they are a meal in a glass. Well, pouch to be precise....

I really enjoyed doing the taster session for you all last Tuesday eve. I was in competition with The Stone Roses who were playing at the arena so thanks for...

What are you eating after a workout? If you find you're just snacking on anything you can get your hands on why not try our grenade bars which begin the...

Before and after pictures of our client Keith! Amazing what you can achieve. Keith has been training with us for over 4 years and with our kickboxing club...

Walking into the gym this morning to see a massive 50 minute plank on the Leaderboard was impressive!! How far can we get with this Plank Challenge...