Matt Fiddes Martial Arts Gympie

Yesterday we got to celebrate another proud student and the shiny trophy they worked hard to earn! 🏆

Moments like these represent years of commitment, perseverance, and learning to set goals and stick with them.

We are incredibly proud of him, and even more proud of the values he is building along the way.

When children learn that effort leads to achievement, they discover the fruit their goals can bear.

Well done, little legend 💪 keep shining.

This week we’re adding a little extra colour to our classes for an important reason!

We’re inviting all of our students to wear something ORANGE 🧡 or PURPLE 💜 to class as we help raise awareness against bullying.

When we think about martial arts and bullying, it’s easy to think the answer is simply teaching children how to defend themselves.

But true self-defence starts long before a punch or kick is ever thrown.

At MF Martial Arts, we want our students to develop the confidence to stand tall, use their voice, make good choices and ask for help when they need it.

Bullying can take many forms. It can be physical, but it can also be repeated name-calling, exclusion, intimidation, spreading rumours or behaviour online designed to hurt or embarrass someone.

That’s why some of the most important skills we teach aren’t physical techniques at all. We teach students to recognise when something isn’t right. To confidently say “Stop.” To remove themselves from an unsafe situation. To speak to a trusted adult. And, importantly, to keep speaking until somebody listens.

✅ CONFIDENCE WITHOUT AGGRESSION
Martial arts should never teach a child that being strong means being the toughest person in the room.

Real strength is having the confidence to stand up without needing to put somebody else down.

✅ BEING A BLACK BELT IN CHARACTER
We often talk to our students about becoming a Black Belt — but Black Belt behaviour isn’t only about what happens on the mats.

We want our students to become young people who demonstrate respect, courage, kindness, discipline and self-control wherever they go.

At school. At home. Online. With their friends.
And especially when nobody is watching.

Because martial arts isn’t about teaching children how to fight.
It’s about developing young people who are confident enough to stand up for themselves, strong enough to stand up for others, and disciplined enough to know the difference between defending themselves and hurting someone.

This Anti-Bullying Week, that’s a conversation worth having with every child.

Be confident. Be kind. Speak up. Stand tall.

🥋 MORE THAN MARTIAL ARTS — WE’RE A COMMUNITY! ❤️

At Matt Fiddes Martial Arts, we don’t just teach kicks, punches and self-defence. We help children build confidence, develop resilience, make friendships and believe in themselves.

Whether your child is bursting with confidence or needs a little help coming out of their shell, our classes provide a supportive environment where every child is encouraged to BELONG, GROW & ACHIEVE. ⭐

✨ Build confidence & self-esteem
🥋 Learn practical martial arts skills
💪 Develop discipline & resilience
🤝 Make new friends
❤️ Become part of an incredible community

NEW STUDENTS WELCOME!

Come along and experience the difference with a FREE TRIAL CLASS.

📍 Classes available across the Sunshine Coast & Gympie
👧🧒 Programs form 2 years of age through to adults 🙌

📩 Message us today to book your child’s FREE trial!

BELONG. ❤️ GROW. ⭐ ACHIEVE.

Little Kids Day Out Gympie thank you for having us 🤩 another fantastic year at the Gympie little kids day out 🌟

Just 1 more sleep to go!

There is still time to book in any last minute ninjas for school holiday fun 😁

Join us for 5 hours of fun, fitness, confidence building, team + leadership skills that last a lifetime 💪🏿 💪🏿

Just contact the number below OR message us through Facebook.

Dear Families,
Unfortunately, we have been advised that the venue has been double booked for this Thursday, 2nd July, and we are unable to run classes as scheduled.
As a result, Thursday classes will be cancelled for this week only.
To make up for the missed lesson, we would love for students to join us at our Gympie Tuesday classes held at 40 Mellor Street, Gympie:
4:00pm – Mighty Matt Class
4:45pm – Junior Class
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to seeing everyone at the make-up classes on Tuesday.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Kind Regards
Miss Green and Miss Emily

School holidays are here, but the training doesn't stop! Join us on the mats, stay active, build confidence, and keep progressing. See you in class!

Today we are at the Gympie Markets at the Lake Alfred duck ponds.

We have board breaking, ninja head bands to create and even some nun-chucks for anyone who wants a swing - come on down for some fun & something a little different on your Sunday morning 😄

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