Live Your Best Life Magazine - January 2024

ISSUE 11 KERSEY KICKBOX FITNESS CLUB

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JANUARY 2024

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BRANDON KERSEY .......................... Publisher SAMANTHA MORNEAU ...................... Editor

CONTRIBUTORS

SARAH JANE PHOTOGRAPHY ... Photographer SAMANTHA MORNEAU ....................... Writer FRAN BRACCIO ...................................... Writer BRANDON KERSEY ........................... Writer KRISTA KERSEY ................................... Writer

On the cover: Present and Past Kersey Kickbox Instructors

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Instructor’s Editorial 6 How to: Stationary Side Kick Written by Samantha Morneau

CONTENTS

Instructor’s Editorial 8 Our Coaches’ New Years Resolutions Photos by Sarah Jane Photography Instructor’s Editorial 12 20 Years & Counting Written by Brandon & Krista Kersey Testimonials 14 Kersey Kickbox Reviews

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How to: Stationary Side Kick

Upcoming Event 16 Unlock Your Potential Written by Michael Crawley Team Building 18 Special Team Events December’s Events 22 Spirit Week, Parties & More!

Written by Samantha Morneau 2023 Memories 32 Our Fave 2023 Moments Member Birthdays 36 Wishing Our Members the Happiest of Birthdays

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20 Years and Counting

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Upcoming Events 38 Mark Your Calendar!

Club Schedule 40 January 2024

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Instructor’s Editorial

Coach Samantha

will assist you in developing The reason for bringing your side kick: your kick back into the chamber is to maintain balStep One (Fig. 1 & 2): ance and control over your As with our other techtechnique. niques, begin in your guarding stance - hands up Step Four (Fig. 6): protecting your face (fig.

To complete the technique, 1). The side kick is going to you want to place your foot come off of our lead leg, so back into its original posiHow to: we need to pivot out rear tion in your guarding stance foot - toes pointing away (fig. 6).

Stationary Side from our target (fig. 2).

Kick The most important thing Step Two (Fig. 3): to remember, with any Time for us to stop oppoNext, we are shifting our technique, is that form is nents in their tracks with weight to our rear leg, while the most important aspect our side kicks! raising our lead leg into more important than speed a chamber. The chamber and power.

As always, a quick review: itself consists of a bent leg Why does technique matwith the bottom of your Once you have the techter? Clean technique enfoot facing the target and nique, then we will add the sures safety; improper posi- your knee is near your power. tioning can be damaging as chest. (fig. 3). it can led to hurt joints or Practice the side kick at pulled muscles. Technique Step Three (Fig. 4): home or even on the bag is also the foundation for From your chamber, extend before your next class. If speed and power. In order your foot toward the bag, you ever want to go over to have a strong and quick like a sideways stomp. The the side kick or any other kick, you must also have bottom of your foot will technique, ask any coach in great technique. make contact with the side the club. of the bag (fig. 4).

For every kick, there are four basic steps: chamber, Step Three (Fig. 5): extend, chamber, down.

Next, retract your kick back The following breakdown into the chamber (fig. 5).

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Click below for a video demonstration

Fig. 1: Guarding Stance Start in guarding stance.

Fig. 2: Pivot

Fig. 3: Chamber

Pivot the rear leg, so your toes Chamber your leg - knee bent point away from the bag. & foot flat facing the target, and knee close to your chest.

Fig. 4: Extend

Fig. 5: Re-Chamber

Fig. 6: Place Foot

Extend your leg, so that the bottom of your foot makes contact with the side of the bag.

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Retract your kick back into the chamber.

Place your foot back into its original position of your guarding stance.

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our rockstar coaches

NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS

Brandon and Krista Drink less coffee and have more fun & Stop binge watching Hallmark movies and spend more time with the family

Fran Go outside more and not numb out on my phone as much

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Samantha Finish my French course and read 12 new books

Darren

Listen to my body & adjust accordingly. Also to not eat my weight in salty & sweet things.

Mallori

Lauren Incorporate more stretching into my daily routine

Brandon B. Try not to let bad drivers get to me

Angie

Justina Be more organized this year with all the Continue my health & fitness events my kids are in & stretch more journey & keep challenging myself

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Amy Try out different & new hobbies, like pottery!

Michelle

Challenge myself with new workout routines & a fitness plan to get stronger

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Coach Brandon & Krista

20 Years and Counting Over the past two decades of Kersey Kickbox Fitness Club, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for each and every one of you who has been a part of our journey. Your unwavering support has been the heartbeat of our community, and we couldn’t be more thankful.

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beginning, your dediship. cation to health, fitness, May the coming year and camaraderie has bring you joy, success, made Kersey Kickbox and all the fulfillment a home for all. The you deserve. Here’s energy you bring to our to another year of classes, the friendships sweating, smiling, and made in our studio, and achieving new milethe shared commitment stones together. to a healthier, happier life are what make our Happy New Year, and community truly spethank you for being cial. the amazing community that makes Kersey As we step into a new Kickbox Fitness Club year, we want to exthrive! press our heartfelt appreciation for the trust With gratitude, you’ve placed in us and for being an inteBrandon & Krista gral part of the Kersey Kersey Kickbox family. Your enthusiasm, perseverance, and positive spirit have fueled our passion for the last 20 years, and we look forward to many more years of fitness, fun, and friend-

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Upcoming Workshop

Michael Crawley “Unlock Your Potential: Transforming Dreams into Reality, Goal Seminar 2024!”

Embark on a transformative journey, led by fellow kickboxer and Proctor Gallagher Consultant, Michael Crawley, along with your teenage kids at our ‘Goals 2024’ Seminar! Join us for an inspiring day of vision-building, practical goal-setting, and empowering strategies to shape a future of success and fulfillment.

Equip your family with the tools to navigate aspirations, overcome challenges, and foster resilience. Don’t just dream about 2024 — make it a year of achievement! Ideal for any parents and teenagers ready to turn ambitions into reality. Seize the opportunity to connect, learn, and set the course for a brighter tomorrow, together. #Goals2024 #FamilySuccess

Saturday, January 13th at 11:45am-12:45pm

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Sign up at the front desk or on the Kersey Kickbox MyStudio App Saturday, January 13th at 11:45am-12:45pm Seminar for parents and teens

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Special Events

Team Building Are you looking for a way to help your team level up?

Are you looking for a way to help your team level up? Bring them together to boost camarderie? Have fun learning a new skill? Improve strength, endurance, agility, coordination?

Bring them in for team training at Kersey Kickbox Fitness Club!

You’ll get a one hour private session with a trainer who will tailor the workout to your team’s needs, to help them become stronger physically and mentally to crush it when game time comes.

We’ve had soccer, volleyball, hockey and broom ball teams!

Are you a part of a team that has nothing to do with sports? A killer accounting team, a fantastic nursing crew? We are also booking special team building events as well that double as a workout and a team builder - with no awkward ice breakers!

For more information, contact us at 519-979-4001 or infocardiokickbox@gmail.com.

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December’s Events

20 th Anniversary Open House On December 16th, Kersey Kickbox celebrated their 20th Anniversary! We had current and past members - as well as instructors! - pop in to say “Hello,” workout and celebrate.

If you missed the party, or just want to remember the good times, check out the photos to bask in the fun!

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December’s Events

Holiday Spirit Week Every December, Kersey Kickbox celebrates the holidays with a kickin’ Holiday Spirit Week, and this year, we added in some games for a little extra fun!

Our members displayed their holiday spirit by breaking out their Grinchiest get-ups, sweetiest candy cane sweaters, and ugliest ugly sweaters!

To get into the holiday spirit check out our spirit week memories!

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2023’s Events

Our Favourite 2023 Memories “One of my favourite things that happened this year was hearing from a ton of the members about how great their experiences were in different classes. It was amazing to hear them compliment the coaches and their unique qualities in teaching and coaching. :)” - Coach Darren

“My favourite thing this year was getting to really connect with members that come regularly to the classes I teach. I enjoy getting more insight into their personal lives and I end up learning a thing or two from them that I then take with me moving forward!”

- Coach Lauren “My first favourite thing that happened this year was getting teach my first class, and witnessing what it was like to have sucha positive impact on someone’s workout. My second favourite was the 20th Anniversary Party! It had amazing energy and was so much fun!”

- Coach Michelle “My favourite thing this year is a two parter; 1, teaching circuit classes and seeing people come back each week having a different win. Lasting longer in the class, doing moves they couldn’t do before, lifting heavier. And 2, the 20th Anniversary Party!

Such good energy and super fun!”

-Coach Fran “My first favourite moment this year would have to be the entire summer. The classes are filled with so much more energy and so many more members. It makes me wanna work harder for them and myself.”

- Coach Angie

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Anniversary Party

Coach Michelle after teaching a class

Barbie Night

Our Trainer Crew

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2023’s Events

Our Favourite 2023 Memories

“My favourite memories from 2023 are all centered around our theme nights. From Barbie Night to the Disney Channel Games, St. Patty’s to Halloween, I loved seeing everyone come into the club dressed up, laughing & having a great time. We would still have a great workout, but the ‘fun’ is what I remember most.”

- Coach Samantha

“My favourite moment this year at Kersey’s was when I convinced my entire class to do the Floss Dance. It was epic. I also just love when I am able to make people laugh during the hardest part of my workouts.”

- Coach Brandon

“My first favourite thing at the gym was seeing our trainer flourish into strong confident, motivating trainers.”

- Coach Brandon

“My favourite thing at Kersey’s this year has definitely been transitioning to a trainer. My second favourite thing has been watching my “7:45 Crew” develop their skills and really show big time improvements!”

-Coach Justina

“Teaching my first Saturday Circuit Class! The energy was 10/10!”

- Coach Jill

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Happy Birthday!

January Birthdays Geoff Gosselin Geoffery Lodu Chantelle Gouin Max Naccarato Kristi Koutros Kelly Andruko Yhzavel Metrillo Anna Stojkovski Sara Santarossa Allison Benson Maddi Chemello Riley Fisher Kaleod Drouillard

Jan. 1st Jan. 1st Jan. 5th Jan. 5th Jan. 7th Jan. 7th Jan. 9th Jan. 9th Jan. 12th Jan. 15th Jan. 19th Jan. 19th Jan. 21st

Amanda Higgins Mona Nassereddine Janine Weber Marina Tsagaris Rita Zoura Brandon Besant Colleen MacDoanld

Jan. 22nd Jan. 23rd Jan. 24th Jan. 25th Jan. 26th Jan. 30th Jan. 30th

Tracy Merkley Kyla Kjargaard Jayme Le Breton Candice Miceli Cassandra Labute Demi Karpouzos Kelley Dobranski Jennifer Spafford Alana Rusan Bindi Patel Emily Li Causi Elisabeth John Brianna Foreman

Feb. 1st Feb. 5th Feb. 6th Feb. 6th Feb. 8th Feb. 9th Feb. 9th Feb. 12th Feb. 13th Feb. 14th Feb. 14th Feb. 14th Feb. 15th

Brianna Foreman Meila Tomko Gigi LaPointe Kassy Baggio Brittany Iszak Michelle Bonadonna Ruby Yousif Breanna Jones Olivia Tremblay Samer Jasser Carly Wilson Terri Swergon Marie Bondy

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February Birthdays

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January 2024 Upcoming Events...

Closed

Monday, January 1st

The club will be closer for New Years Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 2nd.

Transforming Dreams Into Reality - Goal Seminar Saturday, January 13th at 11:45 am

Embark on a transformative journey, led by fellow kickboxer and Proctor Gallagher Consultant, Michael Crawley. Join us for an inspiring day of vision building, practical goal-setting, and empowering strategies to shape a future of success fulfillment. Register at the front desk or on the MyStudio app.

DJ Night

Monday, January 22nd - All Evening Classes!

DJ Strugzz will be providing Kersey Kickbox Fitness Club with live music starting with our 4 pm Kickbox 8X class and the party will continue until the final bell of the 7:45 pm Kickbox 7X & Weights class. See you there!

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Kersey Kickbox Fitness Club Monday, January 22nd 4 pm • 5:15 pm • 6:30 pm • 7:45 pm

Class Schedule

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