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FIRST 2 STRIKE

Family Friendly & Beginner Friendly, Fun & Engaging Martial Arts Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults!

build confidence and cultivate discipline in a warm, friendly, and respectful environment.

 At First 2 Strike, our mission is to help you:

Build confidence

Strengthen focus

Improve fitness & overall well being

Train both mind and body​

Learn practical Self Defence

Reach your potential.

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We offer family-friendly programs where children can build confidence, parents can stay active, and everyone can share in the martial arts journey.

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THE COMPETITION IS WITH YOURSELF.

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Founder and Instructor 
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Vince Serra

 Head Instructor & founder of First 2 Strike Freestyle Martial Arts

Welcome to First 2 Strike Freestyle Martial Arts

Led by our founder & head instructor, Mr. Vince Serra, a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Maiolo Freestyle Martial Arts (a mixed martial art style built for effective, realistic, and powerful self-defence) and currently trains and holds a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi/NoGi, Wrestling, Judo & Ground Fighting).  Vince brings brings over 20 years of martial arts experience to the mats and has dedicated his life to developing a holistic self-defence system, guided by the philosophy of being "the eternal student" — always learning, adapting, and evolving.

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At First 2 Strike, our mission is to help you:

Build confidence

Strengthen focus

Improve fitness

Train both mind and body​

Learn practical Self Defence

Reach your potential​

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Vince is integrating its principles into First 2 Strike Freestyle Martial Arts, blending striking, grappling, and real-world self-defence into a complete and adaptable martial arts system.

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Pil Sung – Certain Victory.

About our Classes

First 2 Strike Freestyle Martial Arts is based in Figtree and Woonona, Wollongong NSW.
 

Welcome to our Mixed Martial Arts program, where we focus on self-defence without the pressure of tournaments & competitions.

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So, What Is Freestyle Martial Arts?

Freestyle Martial Arts at First 2 Strike Wollongong is:

  • A modern approach to martial arts

  • A blend of styles that creates practical, adaptable self-defence

  • A student-focused system that meets individual needs

  • A way to build confidence, strength, focus, and resilience

  • A training style that evolves with the world around us

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Our freestyle martial art evolves with its practitioners, drawing inspiration from traditional martial arts like, Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Krav Maga, Choi Kwon Do, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Judo, Wrestling, Judo and more. The result is a unique and effective form of self-defence that adapts to your needs and abilities.

 

Not Locked Into One Style

Traditional martial arts schools usually focus on one specific discipline—Freestyle Martial Arts takes a broader, more practical approach.

At First 2 Strike, we combine techniques from a variety of martial arts styles to create a well-rounded and effective self-defence system. Our training includes:

  • Striking and Kicking – from Boxing, Karate, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, and Taekwondo

  • Blocking, Evasion, and Footwork – to build strong defensive reflexes

  • Takedowns and Self-Defence Techniques – against grabs and attacks

  • Grappling and Ground Fighting – inspired by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, and Judo

  • Pad Drills, Controlled Sparring & Contact Training

  • Fitness, Agility, and Body Conditioning

  • Weapons Defence - bat/stick/club, knives, guns and improvised weapons.

This variety keeps classes exciting and builds real-world confidence for both kids and adults.

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At our studio, we believe in developing not just physical strength, but also confidence, power, focus, flexibility, coordination, balance, and overall fitness. We strive to create a safe, friendly, and supportive environment for our students to learn valuable self-defence skills while gaining important life skills.

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A Family-Friendly Martial Arts School in Wollongong

While our training is dynamic and modern, our values remain traditional. We’re proud to foster a positive, inclusive, and family-friendly environment grounded in:

  • Courtesy

  • Integrity

  • Respect

  • Perseverance

  • Self-control

  • Humility

  • Spirit

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You don’t need any previous experience to start. Just bring a willingness to learn! Our experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way.

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Join us in our quest for KNOWLEDGE, PREPAREDNESS & CONFIDENCE.

Our mixed martial arts program is suitable for all ages, so come and train with us today!

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THE COMPETITION IS WITH YOURSELF.

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Pil Sung - Certain Victory

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