Health and Fitness, Martial Arts, Personal Training, Self Defense

Students and enthusiasts of martial arts have many reasons for their interest in the martial arts. Some are drawn to the physical fitness and weight-loss aspects of training. Others seek to add discipline and self control to their lives. While still others are concerned about safety and self-defense.

Whether you are interested in our programs for mental or physical well being, Malvern Health and Fitness, offers a number of programs that will fit your developmental needs and your busy schedule as well.

Our Programs & Classes

Fitness Boxing & Fitness Kickboxing
Fitness Kickboxing is a fitness based martial arts class designed to instill the fundamentals of Thai Boxing and pad holding technique without Sparring. If you are interested in getting fit and learning authentic Thai Boxing techniques without the bruises, this could be the class for you. It is catered for both men and women and is one of the one of the major attractions of Malvern Health & Fitness.

Female Fitness
Female Fitness Kickboxing is an exciting non-contact style of kickboxing designed for women. This class is designed to burn calories, give you the Fundamentals of Kickboxing, as well as improved fitness, confidence, balance and flexibility. Suitable for complete beginners, female Fitness Kickboxing also incorporates the latest in body sculpting and fat burning workouts. Unwind from your busy day and let off steam on focus pads, kick shields and boxing bags in this fun and fitness session.

Muay Thai Kickboxing

Muay Thai Kickboxing is an awesome workout in its own right; our Muay Thai classes include semi-contact sparring and extensive combat related drills. We Have Classes to cater from beginners to advance as well as professional fighters (including privates).Malvern Health & Fitness resident Thai Trainer and expert pad-holder. Ting, instructs in traditional Thai boxing elements such as the Wai Kru, a traditional ceremony performed prior to competition. Ting is a former stadium champion of Thailand with over 100 fights to his name. He coaches professional fighters who have fought both locally and internationally. If you are interested in learning real Thai Boxing from world champions and world class trainers contact us at today.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi and no Gi)
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the largest growing programs at Malvern Health and Fitness. The school is part of the John Will/Machado Academy (http://www.bjj.com.au) and the Classes are conducted By Jeremy Ta'kody (Former Editor of Blitz Magazine) and Daniel Keane (Mix Martial Arts Professional Fighter). There are plenty of classes to attend too so there is no excuse not to train!

Mixed Martial Arts

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is the fastest growing sport in the world.

Malvern Health and Fitness is the Headquarters of the Tactical Mixed Martial Arts Association, an international training and certification body for MMA students and instructors. As such we cater for the complete beginner,and provide training and certification right through to professional MMA trainers.

Essentially MMA is a style which combines submission grappling and Stand Up Fighting, and is commonly seen in sports such as the UFC, WEC and Strikeforce. Many of the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu students and Muay Thai students practice MMA to further increase their skills. At Malvern Health and Fitness we also offer a special discounted youth membership for both Kids and our Teenage MMA classes.

Kids Karate & Kids Kung Fu
Karate for kids is a fantastic introduction to self discipline for children aged 5-10. Including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, the curriculum is designed to instill fundamental self defence techniques as well as the ABC's of success, Attitude, Behaviour and Character and Enjoyment. Children also benefit from increased self confidence, coordination, balance and control. Our after school martial arts program focuses on self-defence and how to improve relationships with teachers and classmates. When children practice the martial arts they come away with a lifetime's worth of success skills.

Teen Mixed Martial Arts
Mixed Martial Arts for Teenagers is one of many programs offered at Malvern Health and Fitness. This exciting class covers reality based self defence, sport mixed martial arts as well as character building discipline, fitness and self confidence. Call us at 03 9822 7951 to get more information about this and other programs we offer. Call us at 03 9822 7951 to get more information about this and other programs we offer.

Kung Fu
Kung Fu is a traditional martial art which focuses on practical self-defence and a holistic approach to health and fitness. The specific style of Kung Fu taught is Po Kek stemming it's origins from Chu Lai Fut. Thai Chi and Ba Goi. Dr Peter Lewis is the senior instructor (Sifu) with training in martial arts for over 30 Years. While tradition has its priceless root values, Dr Peter Lewis and his assistant instructors take a holistic approach towards martial arts which means self defence techniques from other martial art styles have also been incorporated. As a result the style has become even more effective, practical and diverse.

Executive Boxing
Sifu Peter Lewis introduces Executive Boxing: a brand new fitness, self defence and strength building program for people of all ages. Conducted every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening, Executive Boxing is aimed at providing a fun, inclusive avenue for mature age men, women and their friends and families to build and maintain their fitness while learning essential martial arts principles. Classes start January 2010. Check our timetable for class times or call us for more information.

Fitness Self Defense (New Class)

Fitness Self Defense involves learning to defend oneself and well-being from physical harm. This training involves unarmed combat with a focus on fitness and is catered specifically for beginners. Fitness Self Defense helps you immensely in handling confrontations while being able to take charge of a situation in a calm manner. Your intuition, combined with your training will assist you in getting control of a difficult situation.

This class builds a strong foundation of the basics required for any style of martial arts. The style of training is derived from Kung-Fu, Kickboxng and Mixed Martial Arts. This class is the ABC of martial arts and is an easy transition to further training in any style of Self Defense. Fitness Self Defense has been designed for people who are just beginning martial arts or are unsure which style would suit their needs. This gives you a broader idea of what each style entails and gives you an opportunity to then select the style that suits you.

Classes run Mon-Fri and private training is also available upon request.

Personal Training
Personal Training is one of many programs offered at Malvern Health and Fitness. Call us today to get more information about our specialized trainers and other programs we offer.

FREE Class!

For a Limited time only- Marital Arts enthusiasts can undertake their first class for free. So you have everything to gain and nothing to lose. CONTACT US to arrange your session.