March 2023 Kickboxing Highlights in Coventry
Wondering what happened in the Coventry kickboxing scene last month? You’re in the right place. We wrapped up March with new class schedules, a couple of local tournaments, and a few handy training tips. Below is a quick run‑through of everything you might have missed.
New class slots and schedule tweaks
Most clubs added extra evening slots to fit people’s busy lives. The City Kickboxing Academy opened a 7 pm class for beginners, while the Coventry Fight Club moved its advanced sparring session to 6 pm on Tuesdays. Both changes aim to let more folks train after work without crowding the gym.
If you’re juggling a job or school, these later classes are worth a try. You’ll get the same quality coaching, just at a time that fits your routine.
Local events that brought the community together
March saw two key events. First, the “Spring Showdown” on the 12th at Warwick University brought together clubs from across the Midlands. It featured lightweight, middleweight, and heavyweight bouts, plus a demo of basic self‑defence moves. Winners earned a free month of membership at their home gym.
Second, the “Kick & Learn” workshop on the 24th focused on technique drills for jab‑cross combos and footwork fundamentals. Local instructors ran the session, and participants left with a printable drill sheet to use at home.
Both events were open to the public, so newbies got a taste of real competition and seasoned fighters sharpened their skills.
Want to stay in the loop for future events? Keep an eye on our monthly calendar – we update it as soon as new dates are set.
Aside from classes and events, we also shared a few training tips that many readers found useful. One tip highlighted the importance of breathing: exhale sharply on every strike to keep power flowing. Another emphasized consistent stretching after each session to avoid tightness in the hips and lower back.
These small tweaks can make a big difference, especially if you train several times a week.
If you attended any of the March activities, let us know what you thought. Your feedback helps us pick the best topics for the next archive and keeps the Coventry kickboxing community strong.
That’s the March 2023 roundup in a nutshell. Browse the archive for deeper dives into each event or class update, and get ready for what April brings.
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