MACK Kickboxing

MACK Kickboxing MACK Kickboxing offers Kickboxing tuition for all ages (4+), genders and abilities across Birmingham All with qualified CRB/DBS checked instructors.

MACK Kickboxing (Modern Association of Combat and Kickboxing) offers tuition for Kickboxing in the Birmingham area. Established in 1996 by Chief Instructor and ICO Chairman, Andrew Hennessy, our well established clubs offer a series of freestyle mixed martial arts syllabuses, for cadets to adults, of all ages and abilities. The Mini Ninjas and Junior Warriors syllabuses are a unique way for children to learn practical combat sports combined with activities to gain confidence, fitness and hand/eye co-ordination. We currently run classes in Digbeth, Shirley, Kings Heath, Kings Norton, Moseley and Sutton Coldfield. If you have any queries you can contact us by sending us a message, via email at [email protected] or via telephone on 07305042274. www.mackkickboxing.co.uk

🥇🥇🥇 A FULL HOUSE OF GOLD FOR MACK! 🥇🥇🥇The MACK Kickboxing team together at the ICO Oxford Open, captured at the fantasti...
15/09/2026

🥇🥇🥇 A FULL HOUSE OF GOLD FOR MACK! 🥇🥇🥇

The MACK Kickboxing team together at the ICO Oxford Open, captured at the fantastic Geoff Angel Photography booth! 📸🥊

Three fighters. Three Gold medals. 100% Gold! 🏆🔥

A fantastic tournament debut for Henry, Isabelle and Toby, who all stepped into a new level of competition, represented MACK brilliantly and came away top of their respective categories.

Pictured alongside their coach Brad Hennessy, this was a very proud moment and a great reward for all the hard work these three have been putting into their training. 💚🖤

And the best part?

They’ve already asked when the next tournament is! 😂🥊

Safe to say… they’ve caught the competition bug! 👀🔥

The journey is only just beginning. 💚

🥇 GOLD FOR HENRY! 🥇Here is Henry, who was first up representing MACK at the ICO Oxford Open, proudly showing off his Gol...
14/09/2026

🥇 GOLD FOR HENRY! 🥇

Here is Henry, who was first up representing MACK at the ICO Oxford Open, proudly showing off his Gold medal! 🏆🥊

📸 A brilliant shot courtesy of the Geoff Angel Photography booth, who were there capturing the action and celebrations throughout the day.

This was Henry’s first taste of the kickboxing tournament circuit, and what a way to start! 🔥

Henry has shown fantastic progress, determination and commitment in his training, and all that hard work paid off with a brilliant performance on Saturday and a Gold medal to bring home! 🥇

Judging by Saturday’s performance, we think it’s safe to say this won’t be the last time we see Henry stepping onto the tournament mats! 👀💚

A massive congratulations, Henry — the first of many! 👏🥊

🥇🥇🥇 3 GOLD MEDALS AT THE ICO OXFORD CHAMPIONS OPEN! 🥊💚A massive congratulations to Henry, Isabelle and Toby for their fa...
13/09/2026

🥇🥇🥇 3 GOLD MEDALS AT THE ICO OXFORD CHAMPIONS OPEN! 🥊💚

A massive congratulations to Henry, Isabelle and Toby for their fantastic performances at the ICO Oxford Champions Open yesterday!

This was their first tournament, and they certainly stepped up to the challenge — with all three returning home with GOLD medals! 🥇🥇🥇

This competition was another step up from their previous competitive experience, putting them into a new tournament environment against new opposition.

All the hours of training, hard work and dedication paid off with three fantastic, gold-medal-worthy performances! 👏🔥

We couldn’t be prouder of the way all three represented MACK Kickboxing — not just with their performances, but with their attitude, confidence and sportsmanship throughout the day.

This is only the first step into the tournament scene for these members of our Sutton Coldfield classes… and we’re very excited to see what comes next.

Watch this space! 👀🥊

Congratulations Henry, Isabelle & Toby! 🏆💚

MACK KICKBOXING TEAM

🚨 IMPORTANT CLASS CANCELLATIONS 🚨Unfortunately, due to school events, we will not be running classes on the following da...
11/09/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT CLASS CANCELLATIONS 🚨

Unfortunately, due to school events, we will not be running classes on the following dates:

❌ Saturday 12th September
📍 Town Junior School – Sutton Coldfield

❌ Thursday 17th September
📍 St Thomas Aquinas School – Kings Norton

We apologise for the short notice regarding the Sutton Coldfield cancellation. Unfortunately, we were only informed by the school today and wanted to let everyone know as quickly as possible.

🥊 MAKE UP YOUR SESSION

Students affected by either cancellation are welcome to make up their missed session at any of our other MACK Kickboxing classes.

You can view all of our locations and class times here:

https://www.mackkickboxing.co.uk/our-martial-arts-locations

Thank you for your understanding and apologies again for any inconvenience caused.

MACK KICKBOXING TEAM 🥊💚

02/09/2026

🥊 SHADOW BOXING ➡️ BAG WORK — PUTTING TECHNIQUE INTO PRACTICE 🥊

Here’s MACK Kickboxing instructor Brad Hennessy combining two important parts of kickboxing training — shadow boxing and free-standing bag work. 👊🔥

🥊 SHADOW BOXING allows you to work on your technique without relying on a target.

It helps develop:

⚡ Speed and fluidity
🦶 Footwork, movement and angles
🧠 Fight IQ and visualisation
🛡️ Defence and reactions
🥊 Combination building
⚖️ Balance and control

The key is to imagine an opponent in front of you. Attack, defend, counter, move off at angles and constantly think about your positioning.

Then we take those movements onto the free-standing bag. 💥

Bag work adds something shadow boxing can't — a physical target and resistance.
Now you can start working on:

💥 Power – putting your bodyweight through your techniques.
🎯 Accuracy – making sure those punches and kicks land exactly where you intend.
📏 Distance – learning the correct range for different techniques.
🔥 Combinations – putting punches and kicks together while maintaining speed, balance and control.
🥵 Conditioning – maintaining your technique even as fatigue starts to set in.
Shadow boxing helps you build the movement.

Bag work allows you to apply it to a target.

Put the two together and you've got a simple but extremely effective way of becoming a more complete kickboxer. 🥊🔥

Don’t just throw techniques — train with purpose.

🔥 THE COMEBACK? 🔥After time away from competition, Kashem Ali is back! 🥊💚Kashem will return to competitive action this m...
01/09/2026

🔥 THE COMEBACK? 🔥

After time away from competition, Kashem Ali is back! 🥊💚

Kashem will return to competitive action this month at the ICO Oxford Champions Open, representing MACK Kickboxing once again as he steps back onto the tournament mats. 👊

But he won't be going alone...

We have a fantastic group of MACK students heading to Oxford, with many of them preparing to make their competitive tournament debuts! 🔥

For some, this will be their first opportunity to experience the nerves, excitement and challenge of competition. For Kashem, it's a chance to pull the gloves back on and see if the comeback is officially on! 👀

📅 Saturday 12th September
🏆 ICO Oxford Champions Open
📍 White Horse Leisure & Tennis Centre
📍 OX14 1JQ

We're incredibly proud of everyone stepping forward to represent the club. Whether you're returning to competition or competing for the very first time, the whole MACK team will be behind you. 💚🖤

One club. One team. One family.

Let's go, ! 🥊🔥

🚨 NO CLASSES THIS EVENING – BANK HOLIDAY 🚨Just a reminder that there will be no MACK Kickboxing classes running this eve...
31/08/2026

🚨 NO CLASSES THIS EVENING – BANK HOLIDAY 🚨

Just a reminder that there will be no MACK Kickboxing classes running this evening in Kings Norton or Sutton Coldfield due to the Bank Holiday.

🥊 Kings Norton – NO CLASSES
🥊 Sutton Coldfield – NO CLASSES

Don't worry about missing your training! 👊 Students are welcome to make up the missed session at any of our other classes.

📅 View our full timetable and find an alternative session here:

https://www.mackkickboxing.co.uk/our-martial-arts-locations

Enjoy the Bank Holiday, and we'll see you back in class soon! 🥋🔥

MACK KICKBOXING TEAM

🥊 NERVOUS ABOUT SPARRING? YOU'RE NOT ALONE. 🥊If the thought of sparring makes you feel nervous, don't worry—almost every...
28/08/2026

🥊 NERVOUS ABOUT SPARRING? YOU'RE NOT ALONE. 🥊

If the thought of sparring makes you feel nervous, don't worry—almost everyone feels that way when they first start.

In fact, for many students, sparring begins as the most nerve-wracking part of training... and ends up becoming their favourite. 👊

Here are a few tips to help overcome those nerves:

✅ Take it at your own pace. There's no pressure to rush. Build your confidence gradually.
✅ Remember, you're learning—not fighting. Sparring is about improving your skills, not trying to "win" every round.
✅ Trust your training partners. Everyone remembers what it's like to be new, and our students are there to help each other improve in a safe and controlled environment.
✅ Listen to your coach. We'll guide you every step of the way and match you with suitable partners based on your experience and ability.

The benefits of sparring go far beyond learning how to defend yourself...

🥊 Builds confidence under pressure
🥊 Improves timing, distance and reactions
🥊 Develops composure and decision-making
🥊 Helps you apply techniques you've learned in class
🥊 Teaches control, discipline and respect

The biggest step is often simply getting started.

You'll probably be nervous before your first round... but don't be surprised if, a few months later, you're asking your coach, "Can we do another round?" 😄

Everyone starts somewhere. Be patient, trust the process, and you'll be amazed how quickly your confidence grows.

🥊 TEXTBOOK JAB! 🥊Tight guard. ✅Chin tucked. ✅Lead arm locked out. ✅Knuckles turned over. ✅A fantastic demonstration of t...
27/08/2026

🥊 TEXTBOOK JAB! 🥊

Tight guard. ✅
Chin tucked. ✅
Lead arm locked out. ✅
Knuckles turned over. ✅

A fantastic demonstration of the jab from our very own Rio... straight down the camera lens! 👊📸

The jab is one of the most important techniques in kickboxing. When performed correctly, it helps to:

🥊 Control distance
🥊 Set up combinations
🥊 Keep opponents on the back foot
🥊 Score points and create openings

It's often said that the simplest techniques are the hardest to master, and Rio is doing a great job of refining the fundamentals.

Remember... great kickboxers aren't built by flashy techniques alone—they're built on mastering the basics.

Great work, Rio! 👏🔥

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Hathaway Road
Solihull
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Opening Hours

Monday 6pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 6pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 6:15pm - 9pm
Thursday 6pm - 9:30pm
Friday 6pm - 7:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 12:30pm

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