MARCH 2026
We did not ease into 2026. February set the standard, and March is turning up the heat❤️🔥
This month we recap the action so far, gear up for Kick Start, launch a couple of new classes our new Sparring 101 class, and roll out a brand new Friday night session 👀 We have guest speakers on the horizon and a simple
protein guide to help you fuel like you train.
That is only a splash of what is inside. Continue scrolling to get the full pour.
WHAT'S BEEN HAPPENING?
MUAYTHAI VIC
Feb 15
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Tiffany
Jonah
Tiffany returned for her second fight after more than a year away and showcased the hard work she put in. Facing a taller, heavier opponent at catch weight, she applied constant pressure, shutting down the longer range and delivering a strong mix of punches and kicks. While clinching was minimal, Tiffany’s volume and control of the exchanges secured her a unanimous win. It was a great performance, and we’re excited to see her back in there again soon!
Jonah returned for his fifth fight in a rematch against a familiar opponent. Jonah unfortunately felt ill on the day! He soldiered on and opened with a standout first round, showcasing precise range control and a powerful, diverse kicking game that swept all three judges' cards. In the second round, his opponent turned the tide, closing the distance and using clinch work to sap Jonah’s energy, leading to a standing count. Round three followed a similar pattern, and while Jonah pushed through to the final bell, he lost on points. It was a tough outing after some time away, but he’s eager to step back in next month and aim for a stronger showing.
ROOTS 31 ROCK STONE
Feb 28
Coach Quang
Jesse
Quang delivered another thrilling performance in a fast-paced, explosive bout between two highly skilled fighters.
He suffered a significant cut in the opening round but showed incredible toughness, firing back and even rocking his opponent before the bell.
In round two, Quang answered with a sharp elbow that opened up his opponent, with the doctor allowing the fight to continue. The action never slowed across all three rounds, before Quang was ultimately stopped late in the final round following a heavy knee. Twelve stitches later, he’s recovering well, and we’re incredibly proud of the grit and heart he showed throughout the fight.
Jesse stepped into his first fight under Strike, marking the 10th bout of his career. The contest was explosive from the opening bell, with both fighters landing heavy shots in the middle range and visibly shaking one another. In the scramble for the finish, the fight was unfortunately stopped early in the first round following some big hands.
Jesse is recovering well, and while it ended sooner than we hoped, we’re proud to have him represent Strike and look forward to seeing him back in action soon.
WHAT'S COMING UP?
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SPARRING 101
Starting Mar 4
Introducing Sparring Class 101!
Every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m, we’re putting ego aside and focusing on building your
sparring foundation safely and skillfully.
This is for all adult members looking to sharpen technical sparring offense, defence, confidence, and controlled conditioning. If you want in on freestyle sparring (Saturdays), this is your pathway!
We’ll cover structured drills and refine your sparring IQ so you’re safe and sharp.
Mandatory gear:
.16 oz gloves
.Shin guards
.Mouthguard
Ready to level up your sparring?
Book in for Wednesdays and let’s build from the ground up!
MIXED LEVELS
Starting Mar 6
Introducing our new 90 minute Mixed Level class every Friday: 6:00-7:30pm designed to bridge the gap
between our General and Advanced sessions.
This class is open to all levels and is perfect for members who are curious about stepping up their training. It gives you a feel for what a longer, more demanding session looks like, while still keeping things accessible and supportive.
Compared to our 60 minute General classes, Mixed Level allows more time to refine technique, explore combat specific scenarios, and introduce controlled sparring drills that we do not always have time for during regular sessions. Pad work may include a blend of structured combinations and more freestyle or drill based formats to help build adaptability and fight IQ.
One of the biggest benefits is the mix of experience levels. It is a great opportunity for developing members to train alongside more advanced members, learn from the pace and intensity, and gradually build confidence in a higher performance environment.
If you have been thinking about levelling up your training, this is your stepping stone.
KICK START
Mar 7
Kick Start's mission is to build fighters round by round. We are a community-driven event series right here at Strike Studio. We blend exciting development bouts with fundraising and local support. Kick Start is designed to give developing Muay Thai athletes a supportive, well-matched ring experience while bringing our wider community together for a meaningful cause.
This Kick Start, we are donating to Wor Watthana Muay Thai gym and Rescue Paws
Registrations are now closed for competitors; however, we are still in need for volunteers!
Click the button below to learn more
STRIKING CONVERSATIONS
NUTRITION CAPITAL
Mar 14
8:00
We are excited to kick off our first ever Striking Conversations, a series where experts come in to share real-world knowledge that helps you train smarter, feel better and live stronger.
For this session we have Jose from Nutrition Capital joining us to talk about
how to implement supplementation effectively into your everyday nutrition.
Jose brings passion, personal experience and real expertise to the table. His journey started young in the gym, learning what works and what doesn’t, and he now leads a team focused on helping people make informed decisions about their health and performance through high-quality supplements and education.
In this session Jose will cover:
• What supplements can actually do for training, recovery and everyday energy
• How to choose the right products for your goals
• How to fit supplementation into your diet without overcomplicating things
• Practical tips to avoid wasted money and wasted effort
This conversation is perfect for anyone who has ever wondered “Do supplements actually help?”
or “What should I actually take, and when?”
Come with questions, bring curiosity and leave with clarity.
Let’s learn how to use tools like nutrition and supplementation to support the hard work you already put in at the gym.
Mar 15
Jonah
Mar 15
MUAYTHAI VIC
THIS MONTH'S TOPICS
2nd - 8th
WEEK 1
PUNCH-KICK TRANSITIONS
9th - 15th
WEEK 2
CATCHING KICKS
+ COUNTERING
16th - 22nd
WEEK 3
SLIPPING + ROLLING
23rd - 29th
WEEK 4
CLINCH
ENTRIES
30th-5th
WEEK 5
EXIT
STRATEGIES
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ALL ABOUT
OUR MEMBERS
Long
More about Long...
Long first discovered Muay Thai through his love of watching MMA, although he admits he was too scared to walk into a gym at first. That all changed when his friend Sang invited him to train and he has been hooked ever since.
When asked about his favourite part of Muay Thai, Long laughed and said, “I like getting hit, and hitting back,” but he was quick to add that the amazing community is what truly makes it special. What keeps him coming back is his desire to become the best version of himself and to keep getting better every day. Outside of the gym, Long loves touching grass, going on hikes and long walks, and he is big on family, always valuing time spent with his loved ones.
Long's best advice ever recieved...
"Life is what you make it"
-Long
Adelynn
Long
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MEMBER MILESTONES
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Andy
Gabe
James
Ross
Tolga
Long
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Alex
Luke
MARCH BABIES
Alanah
Andy
Andy
Angelica
Anthony
Asad
Ashley
Ben
Billy
Darren
Diesel
Dora
Eli
Eloise
Elysa
Emiliano
Hamish
Hao
Hrithik
Isabella
James
Jaxson
Jayden
Jesse
Joanna
John
Jonathan
Jorkleisio
Lenny
Lina
Lukas
Makram
Mary
Melanie
Michael
Nathan
Nhat Anh
Oli
Paul
Peter
Rean
Roman
Savannah
Shaun
Tammy
Zach
Be sure to come to training to fulfill your birthday kicks
PLEASE WELCOME
OUR NEW STRIKERS
Please make our new Strikers Feel Welcome in our community
Aaron L
Aaron Q
Ahmed
Arohn
Bao
Carlos Carolina Christian
Dora
Emilie
Gal
Harry
Hayley
Henry
Isaak
Jake
Jonathan
Jorkleisio
Lenny
Leo
Maddison
Martin
Marvin
Mihajlo
Nathan
Nathan
Olex
Peter
Rhys
Riley
Samin
Skye
Tan
Tas
Vincent
Vincent
Yeela
Zak
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GYM UPDATES + HOUSE KEEPING
Gym Etiquette
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TOWELS
Towels are mandatory during every session. They must be used for floor work, and managing any bleeding incidents. Using a towel on the floor also prevents sweat from creating slippery surfaces, helping reduce the risk of injury and keeping everyone safe.
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BAG USE:
Although our team sanitises the bags daily, we kindly ask that you please wipe down your boxing bag after use. This small habit helps us maintain a clean and hygienic training environment for everyone and reduces the spread of bacteria throughout the gym.
Admin Updates
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COMMITMENT MEMBERS
In 30 days we will be updating the terms of our commitment membership: Read more about it in our terms and conditions (change is in BOLD)
Class Updates
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HAND WRAP TIME
For advanced classes there will be only 3 minutes to wrap your hands during class to allow more time in more valuable aspects of the class. If this is too short of a window for yourself, we suggest coming to class already wrapped up.
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KIDS & TEENS GEAR
All Kids and Teens are required to bring their own gloves and shin guards to every class. This can be through purchasing gear from the Strike Store, buying externally, or using our gear hire service.
If gear needs to be provided by us on the day, a $10 hire fee will apply. If a parent is not present at the time, the $10 hire fee will be charged directly to the member’s account.
Thank you for helping us encourage responsibility and preparation in our young athletes.
MUAY THAI
EDUCATION
COACHES CORNER
"If you're going to overthink, think of the best case scenario"
-Coach Quang
NUTRITION TIPS
ALL ABOUT
PROTEIN
Training Hard, but still Sore?
THIS MIGHT BE WHY
It’s a good idea to start paying attention to your protein intake, especially if you
train Muay Thai regularly and push yourself in every session.
Every round of pads, sparring, clinch work and conditioning breaks muscle tissue down.
If you don’t rebuild it properly, performance suffers.
WHAT IS THE FUNCTION OF PROTEIN AND WHY IS NECESSARY
Protein isn’t just “muscle food.”
It is responsible for:
• Repairing and rebuilding muscle fibers
• Producing enzymes and hormones
• Supporting immune function
• Maintaining healthy skin, hair and connective tissue
• Supporting recovery of tendons and ligaments
• Helping preserve lean muscle during fat loss
Protein is necessary for:
• Repairing muscle after hard sessions
• Supporting strength and power output
• Reducing soreness between training days
• Preserving lean muscle during weight cuts
• Supporting immune function during fight camp
For Muay Thai athletes, this matters because your sport is high impact and high output.
You’re not just burning calories you’re stressing muscle and connective tissue every session.
Protein is what helps your body adapt instead of break down
TRAINING BREAKS MUSCLE DOWN.
PROTEIN BUILDS IT BACK UP.
SIGNS YOU MAY BE LOW IN PROTEIN:
• Constant muscle soreness
• Feeling flat or weak in training
• Slow recovery between sessions
• Strength or performance plateaus
• Fatigue despite consistent training
WHEN TO EAT PROTEIN
• Within 30–90 minutes after training
• Spread evenly across 3–4 meals daily
• On rest days (recovery still happens)
• During fight camp or high volume weeks
Before training, a light protein source 1–2 hours prior can also help reduce muscle breakdown.
Skipping protein after hard sessions slows recovery more than most athletes realize.
IF YOU'RE WORKING HARD BUT NOT PROGRESSING,
RECOVERY - NOT EFFORT - MIGHT BE THE ISSUE.
WHERE TO GET PROTEIN
MEAT & POULTRY
FISH & SEAFOOD
EGGS & DAIRY
PLANT-BASED SOURCES
SUPPLIMENTS
• Chicken
• Lean beef
• Turkey
• Lamb
• Salmon
• Tuna
• Sardines
• Prawns
• Greek yogurt
• Cottage cheese
• Milk
• Cheese
• Whole Eggs
• Egg Whites
• Tofu
• Tempeh
• Legumes
• Whey protein
• Plant-based protein powders
• Protein bars (check sugar content)
HOW MUCH DO YOU NEED?
A simple guideline for Muay Thai athletes:
• Aim for 1.6 – 2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight daily
Example:
• 60kg athlete → 96–132g per day
• 75kg athlete → 120–165g per day
If you train 4–6 times per week, spar regularly, or are in fight camp, you likely need to be toward the higher end.
If you are constantly sore or not recovering between sessions, your intake may be too low.
Protein isn’t about getting bulky.
It’s about staying strong, sharp, and ready for the next round.
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HOW TO CALCULATE YOUR PROTEIN NEEDS
Use this simple formula:
Your bodyweight (kg) × 1.6–2.2 = Daily protein target (grams)
If you want it broken down further:
• Lower end (lighter training / general fitness):
Bodyweight × 1.6
• Higher end (sparring, fight camp, cutting weight, high volume weeks):
Bodyweight × 2.0–2.2
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DID YOU KNOW?
The Legend Behind Muay Thai Day
March 17 is National Muay Thai Day in Thailand.
It honours the legendary fighter Nai Khanom Tom, who reportedly defeated 10 Burmese fighters in a row in 1774 after being captured during war.
Before each fight, he performed the Wai Kru Ram Muay the traditional dance showing respect to teachers, family and country. His skill and composure impressed even the Burmese king.
That moment helped cement Muay Thai as Thailand’s national sport.
Every time you step on the mats, you’re training in a system built on centuries of resilience and respect.
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This is more than just a front desk job, you’ll be part of something meaningful.
Grow personally and professionally while helping build the Strike Studio community through sales, marketing, events and member support.
Whether you’re already passionate about Muay Thai or simply love creating great experiences for others, we’d love to hear from you.
