🏆 Competition

Train to Compete

K1 is a striking-based combat sport that allows punches, kicks, and knee strikes. It is one of the most exciting and technically demanding martial arts disciplines in the world, demanding not just physical toughness, but tactical intelligence, timing, and exceptional conditioning.

At Strabane Martial Arts Academy, our K1 programme is designed for people who are serious about competing. Whether you've just completed our kickboxing programme and are ready for the next level, or you're an experienced competitor looking for a high-quality training environment, our K1 classes will push you further than you've ever been pushed.

Our coaches have personal experience competing in K1 at regional and national level. They bring that first-hand knowledge to every session — not just teaching techniques, but teaching you how to think, move, and train like a competitor.

What the Programme Covers

• K1 rule-set — understanding what's permitted and how to exploit it
• Advanced punching combinations and set-ups
• High kicks, body kicks, and leg kicks — timing and power development
• Knee strikes in the clinch — legal under K1 rules
• Defensive movement — distance management, angles, counter-striking
• Controlled sparring sessions with structured feedback
• Competition-specific conditioning — rounds, circuits, and sport-specific endurance
• Game planning and competition strategy for different opponent types
• Corner preparation and competition-day mindset

Who Is This Class For?

Our Competition classes are open to students who have a solid foundation from our Basics and Advanced classes — or equivalent experience from previous training elsewhere. You don't need to have competed before, but you should be comfortable with the fundamentals and ready to train with intensity and purpose.

If you're unsure whether you're ready for Competition, come in for a free trial class and one of our coaches will give you an honest assessment.