Get to know Forest Fighting Fit - we’ve come a long way !!!! Forest fighting fit was set up in 2014/ 2015 I think by the Crime Commissioners Friday night project. It was taken over by a small group of individuals who didn’t want to see it close in 2016. There were very few students and very little funds. We were originally at the Miners hall in Cinderford. A small committee slowly build up the group but we were forced into a venue change in 2021 ?? Around Covid time. We did think fff would be no more but managed to find a venue in Parkend. It’s been an uphill battle with funding but we now have an amazing team with lots of experience to help drive it forward towards charity status eventually.Meet the team Scott - promotion, marketing, meetings etc - Scott has a huge amount of experience in martial arts and ring sports Tracey - organisation and management James - all things official - ceo of Virgo Emma and Donna - all things practical - parents of some amazing fighting kids Debbie - our new treasurer - Debbie’s financial background and get it done attitude are really making a difference Mike - our awesome fundraiser and was a trustee of forest sensory services and a finalist in bbc radio gloucester make a difference award Mike is an inspiration- he has MS but always pushes us forward !! Ernie - safeguarding ( social worker ) Michelle - head coach with over 25 years experience in fighting and coaching in a number of styles as well as having teaching and SEN qualifications We have lots of other long standing members supporting the gym.

We were just a boxing gym but not any more !We have kickboxing classes with White Lotus Martial Arts Muay Thai with the legend that is Grand master Sken Boxing classesDance fitness for adults with disabilities Tai chi. We have a focus on family’s with soup nights in the winter ( and ice pops in the summer ), mental health and referrals from alternative provision and other groups in the county. We provide recognised coaching ( and kickboxing and boxing qualifications) for young people and adults giving them a skill set for employment and future learning.We do have a fantastic fight team but our philosophy is focused on looking after individuals to create a team - we all have our own strengths and weaknesses !! Please come along and visit our ‘old school’ gymIf you have any questions or would like to get involved or support contact Michelle on 07790025743