ROTTERDAM, 11 April 2024 – A new sports club is unveiled in central Rotterdam by The Kickboxing Society and Rico Verhoeven. Rico Verhoeven, the multiple-time world kickboxing champion, alongside The Kickboxing Society, launches the latest facility aimed at promoting both physical and mental wellness.
New kickboxing club opens in Rotterdam
A new branch of The Kickboxing Society was inaugurated today at Wijde Kerkstraat in central Rotterdam, introduced by kickboxing world champion and shareholder Rico Verhoeven. The opening ceremony was attended by notable personalities including Sunnery James, Chatilla van Grinsven, Timor Steffens, Thomas Beelen, and London Loy.
During the event, Verhoeven delivered a speech emphasizing the evolution of kickboxing from a niche sport to mainstream acceptance over the last decade. He highlighted the club's focus not just on physical training but also on enhancing mental resilience and overall well-being. Rico Verhoeven shared his plans to spend part of his training at the new facility, underscoring its importance for personal fitness and stress relief.
The Kickboxing Society
Alex Pool, founder of The Kickboxing Society, commented on the significance of the new location, describing it as a key milestone in the organization's expansion. The club represents the ninth of its kind and showcases a commitment to making high-quality kickboxing training accessible.
The Kickboxing Society's mission is to use kickboxing as a foundation for group workouts that foster physical and mental growth among participants of all skill levels. Led by experienced coaches, the sessions combine kickboxing techniques with high-intensity training and motivating music to provide a comprehensive full-body workout. Verhoeven also plans to leverage his network to support the national and international growth of the club.
Following the ribbon-cutting, the evening continued with music, healthy snacks, and a tour of the cardio and yoga facilities led by expert coaches. The Kickboxing Society extends an invitation to all to experience the new facility and embrace it as a primary or secondary form of exercise.
Photo credit: Burak Goraler. Discover the new Kickboxing Society club in Rotterdam, founded by Rico Verhoeven. Join for top-notch kickboxing and fitness training.
Photo credit: Burak Goraler. Discover the new Kickboxing Society club in Rotterdam, founded by Rico Verhoeven. Join for top-notch kickboxing and fitness training.
Visit the new club at Wijde Kerkstraat
Located in the heart of Rotterdam's bustling city centre, the new kickboxing club is easily accessible by public transport and offers a vibrant atmosphere typical of the urban surroundings.
