(Jake gets his black singlet, December 2023 at TFC end of year Muay Thai grading)   When Jake went looking for an alternative to the boozy footy lifestyle, he chose Muay Thai, and found himself back in Logan where he grew up. Jake is a certified O.G of The Fight Centre, and is always a friendly, familiar face on the mats, where he assists with the Muay Thai class on a Tuesday night. He’s also a fantastic story teller, so we asked him to write the TFC Monthly Newsletter. In this first edition for 2024, he shares his ‘Beginner to Black Singlet’ story on – Why he got started with Muay Tha ..read more

By Lorin X. At the start of 2023 we were sitting around the dining table at Jarvie’s house attempting to plan out the year, or at least the next quarter.  In all honesty it felt like we were just going through the motions. Having come off the back of a huge year of growth, including the purchase and fit out of the new facility, there was a little blur that coloured the space between the TFC we had come from in 2021 – 22, and the TFC that arrived in 2023.  Like every good relationship, we had reached a new level and there needed to be some getting to know each other again. The first ..read more

5 months ago he almost had him, but was defeated in a spectacular 5th round TKO at UFC 281.  This weekend, Adesanya looks to wipe the zero from his 0-3 record against Alex Pereira. Tomorrow the UFC returns to Miami for the first time in almost 20 years.  It’s gonna be a fiery rematch between one of MMA’s greatest athletes and his rival. Adesanya wore a dog collar for the journo’s at yesterday’s press conference.  He stated it was symbolic of being “unleashed” for the main event on the UFC 287 card.  We love to see it! This time around we’re even more invested in Adesanya ..read more

If you (a) practice martial arts, (b) have balls, and (c) are not Rodtang “Balls of Steel” Jitmuangnon, you’re in the right place. Few men enjoy their nuts being crushed, and those who don’t tend to wear a gi for that sort of activity. Kidding aside, you’ve probably got your family jewels in less-than-desirable situations (so to speak) more than once during BJJ practice. Let us teach you a bit about how to protect your balls. In this article, we’ll help you lower the chances of your precious gems getting in precarious situations in the future. (You can thank us later.) Generally speaking, the ..read more

The first month of 2023 is almost done! How are things going with your fitness goals? Did you know that 43% of new years’ resolutioners end up abandoning their goals within the first month? It’s usually because of multiple factors, but being part of a good group of people with similar goals and interests can help avoid the drop-off. The Fight Centre is an MMA gym Logan where people from all walks of life can come together and work on their goals. MMA is getting increasingly popular as a fitness option. Sure, it has incredible fat-burning capabilities, but more importantly, martial arts is a ve ..read more

As we welcome in the new year of 2023, many of us are thinking about our resolutions and goals for the coming months. For many, staying fit and healthy is at the top of the list. It can be challenging to stay motivated and on track whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned fitness enthusiast, but maybe you just need a breath of fresh air. With the new year comes a fresh start and new opportunities to focus on your fitness goals. Why not try out new activities this 2023? Starting martial arts may be something you’d like to consider. A typical misguided notion about martial arts is that there are ..read more

The benefits that physical activity offers are more than just in physical health. There are also benefits in mental health, social networks and creating good habits. However, kids’ martial arts benefits include more than those. They also build values and teach young people to become respectable members of society. It’s not surprising that more parents are looking into martial arts classes for kids. The challenge comes in picking the best system to enrol them in. You’ve got to consider all kinds of things and ask yourself a lot of questions, including: What are the best martial arts against bu ..read more

So you’ve done it. You went on to the free trial page, signed up, and now you’re all set for your first BJJ class… or are you? It’s normal to have a whole load of thoughts going through your head before coming to your first session. We’ve been there, and we get it. In this article, we aim to cover the main steps and things you’re likely to encounter in your first session. The post BJJ First Day Tips: What to Expect In Your First BJJ Class appeared first on The Fight Centre ..read more

We’re about to enter the final year of the month. And you know what that means, the holidays are right around the corner. After that? New years. And that’s usually when you start looking for new ways to achieve your fitness goals. If trying MMA for fitness is in your plans, you should already be looking into how to find a good MMA gym if you haven’t already.  Of course, the holidays bring fun, family, and the inescapable—food.  While hustling for your goals is well and good, don’t forget to enjoy your well-deserved break. Just don’t go overboard on the alcohol and holiday feasting.&n ..read more

Martial arts for kids is a great way to introduce your young ones to an activity they can do for the rest of their lives. There are a lot of options out there, but we always think BJJ is the best martial art for kids. If you’re looking for more information before starting kids in BJJ with us, you’re in the right place. The benefits of BJJ are just about endless. It fosters discipline, respect, and self-confidence in kids, helps them improve their physical fitness, and sharpen their focus. BJJ is one of the best ways to develop a healthy lifestyle and build good habits that will help your child ..read more