Kettlebells gained popularity in the West in the 1990s and 2000s after Pavel Tsatsouline and the Russian Kettlebell Challenge (RKC) taught workshop and certification courses throughout the world. The Metal ball with a handle orginally from Russia (where it’s a recognised sport) has been used for decades, and provides the Read more…
Several new classes are starting at Moi Fa including this one for ladies only. A mix of martial arts and fitness for all levels of ability. Get fit, have fun and learn new skills. We have already started but new members are welcome at any time.
I have to say working my way through my fifth decade on the planet, my wants and needs have definitely changed. I do much more mobility work now and dare I say, even enjoy it. Wriggling and moving the body into what should be easy positions is challenging and hopefully Read more…
Well International Women’s Day has snuck up on me again so I have been reflecting on our progress in the last 12 months. I am pleased that we now have women training regularly in our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mantis Kung Fu classes as well as our Tai Chi, Kettlebells and Read more…
No super după new style classes or accelerated training programs. We do what we do daily and 2023 is no different. The systems we teach are tried and tested over centuries and are practical as well as challenging for the mind and body. We teach rare and unusual programs such Read more…
Results come from thousands of hours of hard work, people close to you will see and suffer the time, stress and cost. 12 years ago I found a new home for the moi fa academy and I could not have continued it without the efforts of students, parents, friends and Read more…
I see loads of Instagram posts using kettlebells, the good, the bad and the ugly. The good ones make me think & be creative, the bad ones also inspire me but the ugly ones scare me. There are lots of things you can do with kettlebells but just because you Read more…
The Kettlebell is a versatile and effective training tool. Martial Artists have been using these since they gained popularity at the turn of the century but they are now common place in most gyms and amongst fitness enthusiasts. At Moi Fa we treat Kettlebells like we do martial arts. The Read more…
We seem to live in a age where people expect instant results but there are rarely any shortcuts to getting what you want. Many people will say look at him, he is super flexible or look at her, she does not need to diet but the truth is often different. Read more…