Summer Shut-Down 2024

Posted on: August 1st, 2024 by David Finch

As usual, the summer is the time where we take a little break from classes. Please make a note of the following dates – there will be no classes running throughout this week:

19th August – 25th August 2024

All other classes will be running as normal through the summer holidays so do come to as many as you can to keep that consistency (and to hopefully tire out the little ones!).

Get to know your Instructors

Posted on: January 7th, 2021 by MFKent

Every Friday one of the Instructing team will be taking over the MF Kent Instagram account to answer any questions you may have.

You may wish to ask them about their own training, what got them started, any high / low points or just what is their favourite food? It is up to you!

We are starting this Friday (8th Jan) with Mr Levermore!

If you are not on Instagram do follow: @matt_fiddes_kent

South East Regional Championships – 25th May 2025

Posted on: March 17th, 2025 by David Finch

Registration is now open for the SOUTH EAST REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Date: 25th May 2025

Location: Triangle Leisure Centre, Burgess Hill

For the family discount please e-mail kent@mattfiddes.com or speak to your instructor.

Team Training

As well as being able to practice in class we will be running our usual team training sessions.

Easter Classes and Camps

Posted on: March 11th, 2025 by David Finch

Easter Martial Arts Camp

Dates: 14th – 16th April (incl.)

Deadline for registration: 11th April 2025

For students aged 5-12yrs.  The perfect way to burn off any excess holiday energy – for students, family and friends.

Come and join us for a fun-filled morning of Martial Arts  and lots of other fun games and activities all led by Miss Emily Calder (3rd Dan) & team.  This camp is open to all children aged from 5yrs to 12yrs and families can pick 1, 2 or 3 days.

More information and details will be provided via e-mail once you have booked your space(s).

Location: The Canterbury Primary School, Canterbury

Times:

9:00am: registration

9:30:00 – 1:00pm; Martial Arts Camp

The days will consist of lots of:

  • Fun drills which will improve your overall knowledge of martial arts
  • Self Defence
  • Sparring
  • Lots of fun activities
  • & much more!

Sparring Camp

Dates: 14th / 15th & 16th April (students can chose any number of days)

Location: Canterbury Primary School, Canterbury

Times: 1:00 – 3:00pm

These sessions are open to all students aged 7yrs & above.  Whether training for a tournament, your next belt or you just wish to learn more about sparring (an important skill to become a black belt and beyond), then these are the sessions for you.

PLEASE NOTE:

Students must have a minimum of the official MF sparring gloves.

Students who are deputy black belt & above must have the full MF sparring kit.

Easter Classes

There will be no classes on the following dates over Easter:

  • Friday, 18th April
  • Saturday, 19th April

All other classes will run as normal during the Easter holidays.​

2025 INTERCLUB TOURNAMENT

Posted on: January 20th, 2025 by David Finch

Sunday, 2nd March April 2025

Ditton Community Centre, Aylesford

We are so excited to be running our Interclub Tournament for the second year, aimed at giving every student an opportunity to compete in a smaller scale, more relaxed tournament as well being a fantastic practice tool for your progression in martial arts.

The day is open to all ages and levels and is the perfect opportunity for anyone to try a tournament for the first time, or just to sharpen those skills and drills in a fun setting.

£25.00 £20.00 (early bird special) – single competitor

£40.00 £30.00 (early bird special) – 2+ family competitors

Spectators – FREE

** early bird special ends 1st Feb ’25 **

MIGHTY MATT students can compete in:

  • Hand-drills
  • Kick-boxing drill
  • Kicking combo
  • “Beat the Instructor” sparring
  • Flying Sidekick

JUNIORS & ADULTS can compete in:

  • Hand-drills
  • Kick-boxing drill
  • Kicking combo
  • Sparring

This is very much a family day so do bring along family and friends to watch and take-part.

There will also be a MERCHANDISE STALL and TEA & COFFEE to purchase.

If you have any questions please speak to your Instructor and be sure to book your space(s).

2025 Diary

Posted on: December 3rd, 2024 by David Finch

The 2025 diary is now available to view and this includes dates for:

  • Grading dates
  • Championship dates
  • Team training dates
  • Holidays
  • etc

Summer Martial Arts Camp

Posted on: May 31st, 2024 by David Finch

29th – 31st July 2024

The Canterbury Academy

9:30am – 1:00pm

Come and join us for 1, 2 or 3 x fun-filled mornings of activities and martial arts fun – open to students and non-students.

Come and join us for a fun-filled morning of Martial Arts  and lots of other fun games and activities all led by Miss Emily Calder (3rd Dan) & team.  This camp is open to all children aged from 5yrs to 12yrs and families can pick 1, 2 or 3 days.  If you would like to bring along a family member or friend, you can also book them in too!

More information and details will be provided via e-mail once you have booked your space(s).

Deadline to register: 20th July 2024

First Aid Course for students and families

Posted on: May 8th, 2024 by David Finch

Sunday, 9th June 2024

Canterbury Primary School

We are delighted to be able to host a first aid course for all of our students, parents and families – this is open to everyone.

The course will run as follows:

  • Children aged 7-11yrs: 10:00 – 1:00pm
  • Anyone aged 12yrs+: 10:00 – 4:00pm

Spaces will be limited to so book please use the following link and we look forward to seeing you there.

Further details can be found online and will be sent out to those booked on nearer the time.

A Night at the Races – 16th March

Posted on: February 12th, 2024 by David Finch

Fundraising Race Night

The Canterbury Academy

7:00 – 10:30pm

Come and join us for a adrenaline fuelled evening of laughter and light-hearted gambling, all to help raise funds to send a team to the International Championships in Australia this year.

If you have not attended a race night before, they are lots of fun for everyone.  With some light-hearted betting for each race (£0.50p per bet), all the races are pre-recorded and selection is made on the night, so nobody knows the result – not even us!  50% of the takings go to help raise money for the trip and the remainder is split between winning ticket holders and sponsors.  There will also be a raffle and light refreshment available to purchase. 

£20.00 per table

£0.50p per bet

There are also opportunities to get involved a little more and win bigger on the night;

  • Sponsor a race (8 x races in total) – £50.00
  • Sponsor a horse (10 x horses per race) – £10.00

For all sponsors, we will show your logo and any details you wish on programmes and throughout the evening.  To find out more details or to get involved please e-mail: kent@mattfiddes.com .

Other details…..

  • There will be tea, coffee & snacksto purchase on the night.
  • Bring your own booze
  • Kids activities
  • Raffle prizes to be won

NEW Interclub Tournament – 7th April 2024

Posted on: February 7th, 2024 by David Finch

Saturday, 7th April 2024

Ditton Community Centre, Aylesford

We are so excited to announce a NEW Interclub Tournament aimed at giving every student an opportunity to compete in a smaller scale, more relaxed tournament as well as helping to raise funds to send the team to Australia in October for the International Championships.

The day is open to all ages and levels and is the perfect opportunity for anyone to try a tournament for the first time, or just to sharpen those skills and drills in a fun setting.

£25.00 – single competitor

£40.00 – 2+ family competitors

Spectators – FREE

MIGHTY MATT students can compete in:

  • Hand-drills
  • Kick-boxing drill
  • Kicking combo
  • Special “Power Ranger” category

JUNIORS & ADULTS can compete in:

  • Hand-drills
  • Kick-boxing drill
  • Kicking combo
  • Forms

This is very much a family day so do bring along family and friends to watch and take-part.

There will also be a RAFFLE and TEA & COFFEE to purchase and help much needed funds for the UK team.

If you have any questions please speak to your Instructor and be sure to book your space(s).

2024 South-East Championships – register now

Posted on: January 12th, 2024 by David Finch

MF South-East Championships – Burgess Hill

Sunday, 21st April 2024

After the huge success of the 2023 championships we are very excited to announce the date and venue for the South-East Championships in Burgess Hill.  This regional tournament is open to all ages and levels and there are categories and events for everyone.

Please keep an eye out for extra training days too!

10% OFF with “Earlybird24” (up to 31st Jan)

Family discounts available

All details and categories are available when you click to register.  If you have any questions please speak to your instructor and they will be able to advise.

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