5 /5 Paul Harrison: At the tender age of 46, I decided to join Rise MMA and learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Without a shadow of a doubt, it was the best new venture I have undertaken in the last 7 years! Learning a practical martial art is awesome but what else Rise has given me is:
- Access to a GREAT new community of friends of great character (as an immigrant to Aus, I didnt know a lot of people)
- A hobby that keeps me fit but also allows me to train at my own rate
- An ability to think clearly, even when under pressure - massive life skill.
- A foundation for making more healthy choices in life, like eating healthy food and staying out of the pub on a Friday night
- Helped me lose 30kgs!
...and a whole lot more.
My only regret is that I didnt start with Rise sooner because I was letting all of the normal excuses get in the way ( like: "I need to get fit first", "I am too old" or "I am too busy"... etc etc)
The people who train there are incredible, the connection you form with people from all different backgrounds and walks of life is brilliant and we all have the common goals of progressing and supporting each other.
The coaches are extremely knowledgeable, supportive, have a great way of training the techniques, have great senses of humour and are very very patient ( which "Slow learners" like myself are deeply appreciative of!)
If youre looking for a martial art, increased self-confidence, motivational fitness environment, new group of friends and community, I absolutely recommend Rise MMA. Its more than just a Martial Arts club, its a community and its the best decision I have made in a long long time.
See you on the mats! :-)
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