Ash first joined North Staffordshire Kickboxing in 2023 while recovering from an injury and completing their Duke of Edinburgh Award. What started as a way to rebuild fitness quickly became a real passion — one that has taken them from complete beginner to Brown Belt and multiple-time world champion in an incredibly short space of time. Ash became the 2025 ICO World Champion and 2025 WMAC World Champion in Inclusive Kata, before returning to the world stage in 2026 to secure further World Championship gold medals.
Ash has represented both WMAC Team England and ICO Team England on the international stage, competing at the 2025 WMAC and ICO World Championships before returning with ICO Team England to the 2026 ICO World Championships in France. In 2026, Ash achieved an outstanding three-medal haul, winning Gold in Inclusive Kata, Gold in Inclusive Pad Blast and Silver in Low Kick. This success builds on an already impressive competitive record across a wide range of disciplines, including Points, Light Contact, Ring Continuous, Martial Box, Inclusive Kata and Inclusive Pad Blast.
Beyond competing, Ash plays a vital role as the gym’s Safeguarding Lead. They’re committed to making sure every member of the gym feels safe, supported and valued. Whether managing safeguarding responsibilities, helping keep the gym organised behind the scenes or supporting the competition team at events, Ash brings structure, encouragement and calm to the team around them.
In August 2026, Ash became a junior coach at North Staffordshire Kickboxing, marking another important milestone in their journey with the gym. You’ll also spot Ash in Cobra classes, encouraging the gym’s youngest students to enjoy their training and grow in confidence. With lived experience of autism and additional needs, Ash understands how important it is for people to feel included, supported and given the opportunity to succeed. They’re passionate about ensuring every student at NSK has the chance to develop their skills, build confidence and reach their potential, regardless of their individual circumstances.
Vision: To make kickboxing accessible to everyone while maintaining a safe, inclusive and welcoming gym where every student can grow, feel valued and be given the opportunities they deserve.
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