Australian Freestyle Combat - Official

06/10/2026

ONE MOVE. TWO DIRECTIONS. CAN YOU KEEP YOUR BALANCE?

In a real confrontation, things don’t always happen in a straight line.

At Urban Defensive Concepts (UDC), split punch drills help you develop the ability to move, strike and adjust while dealing with changing positions and pressure.

Rather than simply repeating punches, the training focuses on connecting movement, timing, positioning and striking within realistic self-defence scenarios.

🔥 Work on split punch drills
👣 Improve movement & positioning
🥊 Develop punching coordination
🎯 Build timing under pressure
🧠 Learn to recognise changing situations

UDC combines street boxing, combatives and defensive concepts to help students better understand how to respond when situations become unpredictable.
Don’t just train the punch. Train what happens before, during and after it.

📍 Wollert, VIC
📞 0401 034 081
🌐 https://freestylemicknicholls.com.au/learn-urban-defensive-concepts/

04/10/2026

Freestyle Combat Black Belt Grading done and dusted. Congratulations to those who tested this year. 👊

02/10/2026

FILIPINO MARTIAL ARTS - THE BLADE ISN’T THE SKILL — THE CONTROL IS.
In Filipino Martial Arts, understanding the knife involves far more than simply knowing how to hold one.
At Freestyle Filipino Concepts, knife training drills explores the concepts of movement, edge awareness, angle, distance and control in a structured martial arts environment.
It’s about developing an understanding of how a blade moves and how different movements connect together — while building coordination and awareness along the way.

🥋 Explore knife-handling concepts
🎯 Develop precision & coordination
👣 Work on movement & positioning
🧠 Understand angles & distance
⚡ Learn controlled training drills

Filipino Martial Arts draws from the traditions of Kali, Arnis and Escrima, with weapons training forming an important part of the system.
A knife may be small. Understanding the concepts behind it is anything but.

📍 Epping, VIC
📞 0401 034 081
🌐 https://freestylemicknicholls.com.au/freestyle-filipino-martial-arts/

30/09/2026

URBAN DEFENSIVE CONCEPTS

A punch is coming straight at you — what happens next?

At Urban Defensive Concepts (UDC), you’ll explore the duck and punch concept through street boxing training. It’s about learning to move with purpose, maintain your balance and understand how to throw a punch correctly while moving.

This isn’t just standing in front of a bag and throwing punches. You’ll work on the connection between defensive movement and effective punching.

🔥 Learn how to duck under punches
🥊 Develop correct punching technique
👣 Improve footwork and positioning
🎯 Work on timing and coordination
💪 Build confidence in your movement

Street boxing training helps you understand how movement, defence and striking can work together.

Move your head. Move your feet. Then make your punch count.

📍 Wollert, VIC
📞 0401 034 081
🌐 https://freestylemicknicholls.com.au/learn-urban-defensive-concepts/

11/09/2026

ONE SMALL STICK. A WHOLE NEW WAY TO TRAIN.

Don’t underestimate the palm stick.

In Filipino Martial Arts, a palm stick isn’t simply something you hold in your hand. It becomes a tool for learning distance, positioning, timing, movement and control.

At Freestyle Filipino Concepts, palm-stick drill training explores the concepts behind using a compact weapon while developing skills that can also connect with the wider Filipino Martial Arts system.

⚡ Grip & control
🎯 Distance & positioning
🥋 Timing & coordination
💥 Striking concepts
🔄 Movement & transitions
🧠 Understanding the weapon and its purpose

The goal is to understand the concept, not just memorise movements.

Train with the palm stick. Understand how it works. Then discover how those principles fit into the bigger picture of Kali.

📍 Freestyle Filipino Concepts – Epping, VIC
📞 0401 034 081
🌐 https://freestylemicknicholls.com.au/freestyle-filipino-martial-arts/

08/09/2026

01/09/2026

FILIPINO MARTIAL ARTS IS MORE THAN JUST STICK FIGHTING.

Think Filipino Martial Arts is all about swinging a stick? Think again.

At Freestyle Filipino Concepts, you’ll discover a dynamic martial art that develops far more than your ability to handle a weapon. Training can challenge your footwork, timing, coordination, reflexes, distance management and decision-making, while introducing you to the rich traditions of Filipino martial arts.

From weapon-based drills and empty-hand movements to partner training and practical self-defence concepts, there’s always another skill to learn and another level to reach.

It's not just about the weapon in your hand. It's about developing the skills behind the movement.

Ready to discover what Filipino Martial Arts is really about?

📍 Epping, VIC
📞 0401 034 081
🌐 https://freestylemicknicholls.com.au/freestyle-filipino-martial-arts/

Train differently. Move with purpose. Discover Filipino Martial Arts.

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25/08/2026

DO YOU THINK YOU KNOW HOW TO THROW A PUNCH? THINK AGAIN.

Throwing a punch isn't simply about swinging your arm. Technique, balance, footwork, timing and control all play a role—and getting the basics right can make a huge difference to your training.

At Urban Defensive Concepts (UDC), you'll learn the fundamentals of street boxing, including how to throw punches correctly and move with greater control and confidence.

UDC is about developing skills that make sense beyond the gym. Train in a controlled environment, challenge yourself and learn how to respond more effectively when situations become unpredictable.

📍 Wollert, VIC
📞 0401 034 081
🌐 https://freestylemicknicholls.com.au/learn-urban-defensive-concepts/

14/08/2026

ONE BLADE IS A CHALLENGE. TWO DEMAND CONTROL.

Step into the world of Espada y Daga — one of the most dynamic training methods within Filipino Martial Arts.

With a weapon in each hand, your timing, coordination, footwork and concentration are put to the test. Every movement connects to the next, requiring you to stay focused, maintain distance and adapt as the drill develops.

At Freestyle Filipino Concepts, you’ll learn structured Espada y Daga drills that challenge both your body and mind while introducing you to the fascinating traditions of Filipino Martial Arts.

Come and experience it for yourself.

📍 Epping, VIC
📞 0401 034 081
🌐 Freestyle Filipino Martial Arts⁠

🥋 Two weapons. One mind. Endless possibilities.

29/07/2026

Would you know what to do if someone threatened you with a knife?

The reality is that knife attacks happen fast, are unpredictable, and are incredibly dangerous. While there is no guaranteed way to stay safe in every situation, learning to recognise threats, move effectively, and respond under pressure can help you make better decisions.

At Freestyle Filipino Concepts, you’ll train in the principles of Filipino Martial Arts, a system renowned for its weapon-based training. Through carefully structured drills, you’ll develop awareness, footwork, timing, defensive movements, and knife defence concepts in a controlled and supportive environment. Training is designed to improve your skills, confidence, and understanding—not to encourage unnecessary risk.

Whether you’re new to martial arts or looking to expand your knowledge, every class will challenge you to think, move, and react more effectively.

📍 Epping, VIC
📞 0401 034 081
🌐 https://freestylemicknicholls.com.au/freestyle-filipino-martial-arts/

Don’t just train harder—train smarter. Discover why Filipino Martial Arts is trusted around the world for its practical approach to weapon awareness and self-defence.