Santa took time out of his busy schedule to pay a quick visit to the boys and girls in the gym and to hand out some presents to the all the hard working kids.
Santa had one of his helpers with him - she was called Jordon Ferguson.
Young Jordon is also a keen kickboxer who helped to give out some presents to all the kickboxing mad kids who have worked hard this year.
Before Santa said goodbye he asked all the children to be in bed early for their parents on Christmas Eve.
The twenty-third instalment of ‘PROKICK SAYS’ children’s competition day was another resounding success. Over 60 underage talents took part in the event aimed at improving fitness, discipline and co-ordination.
The fun day also gives young kickboxers an opportunity to experience competition using their martial art skills.
Prokick coach Billy Murray said: “Underage members are not allowed to compete in full-contact kickboxing until they are 15 years of age. So, from the age of six they are learning the art of kickboxing but not the application.
“I want to give the young members an opportunity to put their skills into practice, mixing competition with fun. The idea stems from a game we have played for many, many years at the gym, Prokick Says, our version of Simple Simon Says and who would believe that we’re on our twenty-third kids competition!.
“We have rolled a number of games into one big occasion and the kids love it. Everyone was a winner and everyone went home with a medal. It’s important to us at Prokick Gym that children learn about self-discipline, self-defence and grow up in a respected and disciplined environment.”
"I can’t believe we managed to secure Santa as Special guest of honour especially at this time of year when he is at his busiest, thanks again Santa from all at the ProKick Kickboxing school of excellence in Northern Ireland."
As Santa reminded everyone at the Prokick club that next month is the second yearly final of ‘Prokick Says’ and there will be special guests and lots of medals and trophies to win. Murray may even invite Mr Claus next year in 2008 to take part in the 24th ‘Prokick Says’ competition. And who knows Santa may even win a medal.
Results from the Fun Day
Multiple Kicks: Whoever can kick the longest without setting their foot back on the ground wins.
GIRLS: Abie Macartney & Louise Davidson – it was a draw BOYS: - Dylan Lennox
Prokick says: Kickboxing version of Simon says. Kickboxing moves are called out for the children to do; only they can’t do them unless a number is called after the move. If they do the move without the number being called then they are out. Last one standing wins
Beginners to yellow belt – Kurtis McMaster, Orange – Alana Catherwood Green and above – Aaron Mooney
Freeze: Freeze is a game were the children have to sit still without moving or talking – this help the children concentrate Boys: Dylan Lennox - Girls: Laura Macartney
Special thanks to - Jordan Ferguson, Santa, Coach Mr Eddie Salmon, Ryan Dougal, Alan Titmus and not forgetting Fran Spence who helps organise everything. For further details on ProKick classes - contact the Prokick Gym on 028 9065 1074
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